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The Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District Board of Supervisors on Monday approved a $200,000 revolving line of credit with Floridian Community Bank to cover the immediate cost of emergencies until it can get refunds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Page 3

Mall At Wellington Green Presents Indoor Summer Green Market

Summer Festival Honors Philippine Independence Day At The Fairgrounds

The 18th annual Philippine Summer Festival took place on Saturday, June 10 at the South Florida Fairgrounds. The event, hosted by the PhilippineAmerican Society of West Palm Beach, celebrated Philippine Independence Day with food, music and dance of the islands. Page 13

OPINION

Conversion Therapy Ban Should Be Enacted By County And State

A year ago, the Palm Beach County Human Rights Council pushed for the Palm Beach County Commission to take up the issue of banning “conversion therapy” for minors, the practice in which therapists attempt to change a person’s sexual orientation. For the past two legislative sessions, State Sen. Jeff Clemens has introduced legislation to prohibit conversion therapy statewide. We are glad to see Wellington enact a ban and urge both the county and the state to ban the practice. Page 4

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Women of the Western Communities held its end of season meeting, officer installation and scholarship presentation on Thursday, June 8 at the Wanderers Club. There was a buffet dinner and a program that featured guest speaker Kathy Stackhouse. Four students received scholarship awards, and the 2017-18 board was sworn in. Shown above are scholarship recipients Sydney Meve, Kianna Anderson, Adriana Serrano and Jocabed Martinez. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 19 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Consultant: RPB Should Form Group Like Wellington Cares

By Jack Lowenstein Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Senior Citizen Ad Hoc Advisory Board last week approved the Senior Needs Assessment Study completed by PMG Associates. On Thursday, June 8, economist Phil Gonot of PMG Associates gave his report on the company’s findings and research into senior needs in Royal Palm Beach. “One of the things in our role that we like is clarity. We didn’t have much problem whatsoever finding out what you thought,” Gonot said. “Sometimes you have to figure it out, translate it. You were incredibly clear, and that’s very important.” Gonot proposed a nonprofit organization dedicated to senior needs in Royal Palm Beach. He met with Wellington Cares Volunteer Coordinator Diane Gutman and recommended a similar nonprofit serving the Royal Palm

Beach area. “That’s what Wellington Cares is. They are separate from the Village of Wellington government,” Gonot said. “And, Wellington Cares said they would help in setting up the same kind of program.” He also recommended the hiring of a professional staff person to facilitate in the operations of a potential senior program. “Somebody who focuses on these things will probably add to the kind of services that you get and the amount of services that you get,” Gonot said. “That particular person can also work with some of the volunteers who can help in that particular program.” Before completing the study, PMG Associates met with the board and was told that transportation is a big focus for the improvements and addition of services to meet senior needs in Royal Palm Beach. Gonot discussed door-to-door

services, door-through-door services and a service called a STAR (senior transportation and rides) system, which are subsidized taxi rides that are supposed to bring people together, giving them reduced-price rides on a monthly basis. “The cost is not excessive, and it is basically volunteer-driven,” he said. Wellington Cares uses a STAR system, and it is financed in part by the Village of Wellington. “What you would need to do locally is establish the parameters,” Gonot said. That includes age, number of rides each month, destination and cost. Wellington Cares charges $5 for eight escorted rides each month. Volunteer services were discussed. Including transportation services, much of what was proposed to the board called for the See SENIOR STUDY, page 4

By Randa Griffin Town-Crier Staff Report Wellington’s annual Fourth of July celebration will return this year with even more fun activities and fireworks for the whole family. “We pride ourselves on these hometown events — safe and traditional events that residents can plan for every year. There’s something for every member of the family,” Community Programs Manager Michelle Garvey said. The celebration begins at noon on Tuesday, July 4 at the Wellington Aquatics Complex with a Patriotic Pool Party. Everyone is welcome to swim in the pool and participate in different aquatic games, contests and activities. “The pool closes at 5 p.m., which will give everyone time to get over to Village Park for the activities there,” said Garvey,

noting that regular pool admission rates apply. The rest of the day’s activities begin at 6 p.m. at Village Park on Pierson Road. A free shuttle service will provide transportation from the Mall at Wellington Green to the park from 5:15 p.m. until 10 p.m., after the fireworks show. The shuttle stop will be located at the bus stop outside of Nordstrom. The celebration at Village Park provides something fun for the whole family. Traditional games such as sack races, hula-hoop competitions, pie-eating contests and an egg toss will go on throughout the night, as well as free bingo games. There will also be numerous bounce houses, inflatable obstacle courses, games, a petting zoo, pony rides and face painting, spon-

sored by Promise Life Chapel. Many of last year’s family favorite games and activities are returning, with the addition of different bounce houses, which can be enjoyed by all age groups. “We have tiny bouncers for the littlest kids, all the way up to dual racing slides for the older ones,” Garvey said. The band Studio 54 will provide live music throughout the evening and more than 20 food trucks and local vendors will be selling food, drinks and ice cream. Vendor space is limited, so anyone interested in a vendor booth should call Garvey at (561) 791-4082 as soon as possible. At 9:15 p.m., the popular Zambelli fireworks show is set to begin. Rain has threatened the show in the past, but Garvey said that every See HOLIDAY, page 17

Wellington Gives Initial OK To Ban Conversion Therapy

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council approved the preliminary reading of an ordinance Tuesday that would ban conversion therapy on minors. Conversion therapy is a controversial treatment of gay people that aims to make them heterosexual. The two-hour discussion featured public input for and against the measure by several dozen people, and presentations by parties of both viewpoints on the practice. Wellington’s ban, once finalized, would ban licensed mental health professionals in Wellington from using conversion therapy on minors under age 18. It does not prohibit those over 18 from seeking out conversion therapy, nor stop religious leaders who are not licensed mental health professionals from engaging in the practice. Non-professional groups, which do not require state licenses, are also not covered by the ban. Several municipalities in Palm Beach County have approved

similar ordinances banning conversion therapy by mental health professionals. The matter is also under discussion by the Board of County Commissioners regarding a countywide ban. Dr. Rachel Needle, a licensed psychologist at the Center for Marital Health of South Florida, director of the Whole Health Psychological Center and CEO of the Advanced Mental Health Training Institute, represented the Palm Beach County Human Rights Council and spoke on behalf of a ban on conversion therapy and its dangers. “The practice of conversion therapy began when homosexuality was considered… a mental disorder,” Needle said. “Mental health professionals aimed to cure homosexuality with a number of barbaric techniques, including electroshock therapy and castration.” She pointed out that in 1973, the American Psychiatric Association removed homosexuality from the See BAN, page 7

ONCE UPON A CHILD

Once Upon a Child held its grand opening Thursday, June 8. Located in the Wellington Marketplace, the new store is part of a unique national recycling retail chain that specializes in merchandise for infants to pre-teens. The store buys and sells quality, gently used children’s apparel, shoes, books, baby equipment and furniture, and more. Shown above are owners Taina and Kalvin Williams with sons Isaiah and Isaac. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 9 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

LGWCD Supervisors Popular Wellington Festivities Ponder Assessment Set To Return On Fourth Of July Increase In Budget By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report It appears that a hike in assessments is likely for property owners in the Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District after the initial round of budget workshops. LGWCD supervisors discussed the possibility when they met Monday. The increase might be necessary due to failing equipment, particularly if the district continues to do its job of maintaining roads and canals. The supervisors said the revenue increase would be used to purchase or lease a new grader and water truck. The question is complicated by the unresolved transfer of the district’s remaining roads to the town. LGWCD Administrator Steve Yohe said that after budget workshops May 9 and May 25, the

board recognized that an assessment increase for the 2017-18 fiscal year is warranted, either to supplement the loss of gas tax money from the town if the district does not continue to maintain roads, or to obtain a new grader and water truck if the district continues road maintenance. After the transfer of South D Road and Collecting Canal Road to the town, which is in process, the district will still have 10.6 miles of unpaved roads to maintain. A new Caterpillar grader costs $193,418, with an annual payment of $41,500 for five years. A new Caterpillar water truck costs $136,500, with an annual payment of $29,300 for five years. “Due to the road maintenance uncertainty, staff conducted alternative budget analyses for fiscal See LGWCD, page 4

Chamber Lunch Focuses On Deadly Opioid Epidemic

State Attorney Dave Aronberg speaks at last week’s luncheon.

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By Jack Lowenstein Town-Crier Staff Report Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg was the keynote speaker at a Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce economic forum luncheon held at the Breakers West Country Club on Thursday, June 8. The focus of the luncheon was “the Economics of Addiction.” Aside from Aronberg, the luncheon featured the chamber’s Medical Board of Governors. “We spent a lot of time deciding on what the best activities [were] for the Central Palm Beach County Chamber to be involved in. We have heard from all of you that these economic luncheons are very valuable, so we’re very excited that all of you are here

today,” said Wellington Regional Medical Center CEO Robbin Lee, vice chair of the chamber and a member of the Medical Board of Governors. Aronberg brought to light how close to home and the workplace opioid abuse hits in the country, the state and, specifically, in Palm Beach County. “This is an issue that resonates no matter where you are. Yes, ‘ground zero’ is Palm Beach County. We have more rehab facilities in Palm Beach County than anywhere in the state, especially in Delray Beach, which has a long history of having a very robust recovery community. We also have more opiate deaths than anywhere else in the state. It’s really not even close.”

Aronberg said it is important for community leaders to come together to get a handle on this issue. “A lot of people think… this is just another drug issue, where users are always going to use, and you can’t do anything about it except for maybe get more money for rehabilitation,” Aronberg said. “But it’s more than that. You need a law enforcement response, which we’ve done. But you also need laws to help us out.” Aronberg said arrests can’t be the only solution to the problem of drug abuse in the state, but also the help and support of the state and federal governments. “If one person dies, it’s a tragedy; if 2,700 people die, it’s a statistic. People get dehumanized See CHAMBER, page 17

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Executive Chef Jeff and Owners Tetyana and Alex

Executive Chef Jeff with Diners

By Joe Nasuti

Join us in welcoming Wellington Trace Tavern, the newest restaurant in Wellington! Add to that a ver y special warm welcome to the tavern’s full-time owners, Tetyana and Alex. You can feel the excitement and enthusiasm of these two young entrepreneurs and their desire to make Wellington Trace Tavern one of the best destination restaurants and taverns, not only in Wellington, but all of the Palm Beaches. Ever y night it is a local gathering place for regulars, first-timers and tourists alike. Executive Chef Jeff has an impressive background with his experience from New England to California to New York, with stops along the way in Arizona and the Carolinas. Most recently, he had a stint at the amazing Tuscany at McCormick Ranch in Scottsdale, Arizona. Chef Jeff’s philosophy is “Food with Integrity.” Along with that driving passion, his tag line of “Great Food, Great Wine, Great Friends, Best of Times,” shows his passion, along with an unwavering high standard he insists upon in his kitchen. Ever ything I saw and tasted was of exceptional, fresh quality. The community is also for tunate to have Chef Jeff as a local resident. With Tetyana, Alex and Jeff, great things are surely coming to Wellington Trace

Tavern. To round out the team, Christina is at the helm of the management taking care of dining room and bar ser vice. Owners that are present ever y day, a decorated chef and a veteran manager are all ready to ser ve you. I highly recommend Chef Jeff’s Amazing Chicken Wings! These extra-crispy, ver y meaty wings are the best in the area. The abundant menu features many unique items and plenty of options for ever yone. Along with wings, you can indulge in pot stickers, calamari and grilled brie. For entrees, Chef Jeff scores again with his own creation of Dr. Pepper Filet Mignon. For a twist, pair it with citrus grilled shrimp! The menu also includes southern pecan and gorgonzola salad, pork chops, chicken parmesan, coconut fried shrimp and gourmet chicken salad stuffed avocado, just to name a few items. Call or stop by today and say hello to the team at the new Wellington Trace Tavern. Tell them Joe Nasuti, The Phantom, highly recommended Wellington Trace Tavern! Wellington Trace Tavern is located inside the original Wellington Mall at the southeast corner of Forest Hill Blvd. and Wellington Trace. For additional information, call (561) 469-1109 or visit www.wttavern.com.

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NEWS

LGWCD Board Approves Bank Line Of Credit For Emergencies

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District Board of Supervisors on Monday approved a $200,000 revolving line of credit with Floridian Community Bank to cover the immediate cost of emergencies until it can get refunds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). LGWCD Attorney Mary Viator said details were still being worked out with the bank, which had written the documents as if the district were a private, rather than a government entity, but recommended that board members approve the document before them in light of it being a month into the hurricane season. “We’re asking you to go ahead and approve it. We will be making the necessary revisions, but you don’t want to delay this particular item in case there are ever any issues dealing with emergency needs for a storm,” Viator said. Supervisors discussed whether the amount was too much or not enough, and whether the interest

rate, 1 percent above the prime interest rate, was reasonable. Yohe said he had negotiated the rate from 1.25 percent down to 1 percent. Supervisor Don Widing said his experience in emergency management told him that $200,000 would not go very far. “I don’t know if $200,000 is sufficient. Do we want to consider moving it up a little more?” Widing asked. Yohe said he brought the item to the board originally in March for $100,000, and the original agreement the district had with SunTrust bank was for $400,000 before the bank canceled the line of credit. He noted that the emergency cleanup as the result of Tropical Storm Isaac was about $150,000. “That was the [FEMA] cleanup, and subsequently, the USDA [United States Department of Agriculture] helped us for a period of 18 months, which far exceeded that, but that wasn’t necessarily an emergency situation,” Yohe said. Widing said the district also has money in reserves, but it could

take a long time getting money back from FEMA. “You’re talking a couple of years, most likely,” he said. Supervisor Anita Kane said the district has $147,000 in reserves, but $100,000 must be kept there to cover the gap at the end of the fiscal year until new assessments come in. Widing asked whether the district should increase its operating budget to supplement the reserves. “That $200,000 sounds a little light to me,” he said. Kane asked if a larger amount had been discussed, and Yohe said the $200,000 was his recommendation, but the bank was amenable to $300,000, adding that it has been difficult finding a line of credit. Kane added that board members would not sign anything until after the upcoming June 26 election, where at least one, possibly two new members will join the board. Yohe said that even if the board was ready, he would not recommend signing until after the election.

Widing agreed, but asked to move on it as quickly as possible since the hurricane season is underway. “I’ve got a lot of years in emergency management, and I’m glad I don’t have to do that anymore for a living. I’m not going to do it anymore except for my town,” he said. “I’ll help you with anything I can when it comes to managing disasters.” Yohe asked for a consensus of the board as to the amount, and Supervisor Simon Fernandez said he thought $200,000 was the right amount. “With the way FEMA and this new administration are coming around, they’re not going to be too generous,” he said. Yohe added that the town would also be contributing after any disaster that may happen. “We will work together with them,” he said. “From an emergency point of view, $200,000 seems to me to be a lot of money to spend in the three or four months’ time for what would be considered an emergency.” LGWCD President Frank Schiola said the most important thing

is to get the line of credit in place. “Get something going, so at least if there is something there,” he said. “If not, we’ll be scrambling to get something together at the last minute.” Viator recommended that the board let staff move forward with the documents with a tentative $200,000 and that they finalize an amount later. Widing made a motion to allow staff to move ahead with the line of credit, which carried 5-0. In other business, the board agreed to share the cost of surveying Collecting Canal Road and D Road with the town in order to give final approval of a quit claim deed turning over the roads to the town. Last month, the board agreed to convey the district’s interest in the two roads to the town, and the board directed staff to undertake the necessary field survey and office work necessary to provide legal descriptions to finalize the quit claim deeds. The board also directed staff to ask the town to share equally the $5,700 cost to provide the legal descriptions.

In a subsequent intergovernmental meeting between district and town officials, it was agreed to split the cost for surveyor Erdman Anthony to do the work. After the board’s approval, the plan is for the town to approve the quit claim deeds and for the district to give final approval at its July 10 meeting. Yohe noted that they also discussed whether the town’s surveyor could do the survey while accomplishing other goals, and Town Manager Bill Underwood discussed the issue with the town engineer. Underwood then notified district staff on June 8 that the town engineer agreed that proceeding with the Erdman Anthony proposal would be the better option. While the Loxahatchee Groves Town Council did not get to discuss the cost sharing at its June 6 meeting, Underwood and Mayor Dave Browning said they would recommend splitting the cost at the council’s meeting July 18, Yohe said. Widing made a motion to approve the action, which carried 5-0.

Amphitheater Fav N2 Nation Visits Wellington To ‘Pay It Forward’

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report Wellington residents and Mall at Wellington Green patrons enjoyed a little surprise Tuesday, June 13 when members of the Motown tribute band N2 Nation treated them to random acts of kindness. Cedric Mays, Earnest Lovely, Abb Clark and Ken Layton went around Wellington bringing smiles, cheer and happiness as they “paid it forward.” “We’re a Motown tribute, and we love the gifts that God has blessed us with,” Mays said. “Today, we wanted to pay it forward and give back to some people who needed the help.” The group chose Wellington because of the response they receive when they perform for the residents. “It’s very simple. We’ve done Wellington Amphitheater performances for about four years straight now, and every single time we’ve done the event, we’ve had thousands turn out to support what we do,” Lovely said. “We’re just so appreciative of the support that we get in Wellington. We said, ‘God has been good to us.’ So, we decided that we have got to do something to give back.’”

N2 Nation travels across the country performing, he said, noting that Wellington is one of their favorite destinations. “The support we get in Wellington is just phenomenal. So, we decided we were going to come out today and get out into the community,” Lovely said. The group went to the Mall at Wellington Green and visited the food court, where they surprised people by buying food for them, helping out in some small way. Later in the day, they went to the Wellington Municipal Complex to help residents with bills. “We’re glad we did, because the reception we got here has been the same with us as always,” Lovely said. “They’ve been so supportive of what we do. We got a chance to pay a few bills for some of the residents of Wellington.” Along the way, they reflected on the goals of President Donald Trump. “He said, ‘Let’s make America great again,’ and we can all do that, because there was a time in this country, such as when the 9-11 incident happened in New York City, just look how everybody came together. Color, race, creed

— none of that made a difference. That’s a place that we need to get back to in our country, us all caring about each other,” Lovely said. Layton agreed. “Gratitude has no colors. We appreciate the opportunity, and we just want to give back,” he said. N2 Nation will be returning to Wellington early in 2018 to fill the amphitheater with music and joy. “We’re just grateful to be doing what we’re doing. It’s such a pleasure to see people having a good time whenever we do perform,” Clark said. “We just love the atmosphere, especially when we come out to Wellington.” For the past five years, they have been traveling extensively, and promise a big surprise for when they next visit Wellington. Assistant Village Manager Jim Barnes was impressed with what N2 Nation was doing Tuesday. “We’ve never had anything like this happen before that I know of,” Barnes said. Quickly becoming a staple group for the amphitheater, Barnes confirmed that N2 Nation will be returning in 2018. “They’re scheduled next for Feb. 15, 2018,” Barnes said.

Cedric Mays, Earnest Lovely, Abb Clark and Ken Layton of N2 Nation during their “pay it forward trip through Wellington. “They’re just grateful for the opportunity they have to play here in Wellington, and they decided to pay it forward and give back to the community.” Barnes thanked the group for their kindness.

“It makes us feel special because when you have people who are part of the community like this and want to give thanks to the community and pay it forward, that’s always a good thing,” Barnes said. “Everybody wins.”

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Conversion Therapy Ban Should Be Enacted By County, State

A year ago, the Palm Beach County Human Rights Council pushed for the Palm Beach County Commission to take up the issue of banning “conversion therapy” for minors, the controversial practice in which therapists attempt to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity. Palm Beach County had the opportunity to be the first county in Florida to ban conversion therapy for people under the age of 18. But thus far, the commissioners have dropped the ball on creating a county umbrella policy banning the measure outright, so HRC President Rand Hoch has decided to go door-to-door (or, rather, municipality-to-municipality) to get local leaders to do what the county has not accomplished over the past 12 months. This week, Wellington took a major step toward joining West Palm Beach, Lake Worth, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach and Riviera Beach in enacting such a ban when the Wellington Village Council voted 4-1, with Mayor Anne Gerwig dissenting, to pass the first reading of a conversion therapy ban for minors. The ban would stop the practice by licensed mental health professionals within village boundaries. According to the American Psychiatric Association, conversion therapy refers to psychotherapy aimed at eliminating homosexual desires and is used by people who do not think homosexuality is a variation within human sexual orientation, but rather still believe homosexuality is a mental disorder. The APA, along with other professional groups, has concluded that trying to change someone’s sexual orientation can cause depression, suicidal thoughts and substance abuse. When the APA published the first Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (the manual used by

mental health professionals to diagnose psychiatric disorders) in 1952, homosexuality was defined as a psychiatric disorder. Although there was no scientific evidence to support the diagnosis, it remained in the DSM until 1973. Since then, the APA has held that being gay or lesbian is not a psychiatric disorder, but rather a normal expression of human sexuality. California was the first state to outright ban conversion therapy in 2013. Many religious legal organizations, representing individual parents, children and therapists, argued that the law violated therapists’ free expression and parents’ rights to make medical decisions for their children. Since then, Illinois, New Jersey, Oregon, Vermont and Washington, D.C. have passed laws banning licensed mental health providers from offering the practice to children. As with Wellington’s ban, those over the age of 18 are still able to seek out conversion therapy. As part of a lengthy discussion Tuesday, Gerwig said she was bothered that the ordinance would prohibit licensed professionals from practicing conversion therapy to minors, but not unlicensed youth counselors. Under current Florida law, this is accurate. Although the Wellington ordinance would ban the practice by licensed professionals, by state regulation, it will not ban its use by religious leaders who are not also mental health professionals and other non-professional groups. For the past two legislative sessions, State Sen. Jeff Clemens has introduced legislation to prohibit conversion therapy statewide. However, the legislature has not taken action on the bills. Clemens intends to reintroduce the bill in the 2018 legislative session. We are glad to see Wellington enact this ban and urge both the county and the state to ban the practice.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Questions For County On Mosquito Spraying

On June 12, the Palm Beach Post published a Miami Herald article citing a University of Michigan study warning of the dangers of using Naled to spray for mosquitoes. The same day this article ran, I received an e-mail notice regarding the county’s intent to conduct aerial spraying for mosquitoes on June 13, beginning at sundown. The e-mail notice provides no mention of the chemicals that will be sprayed or any precautions to take to avoid the chemicals that are to be sprayed. The notice published in the paper is equally vague. I sent a request to the Palm Beach County Public Affairs Department and the Environmental Resource Management Mosquito Control Division to

request the names of the chemicals to be sprayed and have received no reply or acknowledgment of my request. Last year, the Palm Beach Post reported that the county has routinely sprayed the western communities with the insecticide Naled for many years. This is a highly populated area. Is the county continuing the practice of aerial spraying Naled for mosquito control in the western communities? Since I questioned this practice by letters to the editors of the Palm Beach Post and the Town-Crier in September 2016, the county’s web site has been scrubbed of all references to Naled. Does this mean that the county no longer uses Naled for aerial spraying for mosquitoes? Furthermore, there is no longer any mention of the type or names of chemicals or insecticides that are used by the county for aerial mosquito spraying on the county web site. This information should be easily accessible to the

public so we can protect ourselves from exposure or be able to file objections if necessary. While I understand that a high mosquito population can pose health concerns, the unintended consequences of aerial sprayed chemicals and pesticides such as Naled may pose a greater risk to the population living in the area. In the interest of public safety and transparency, I urge the county to put an immediate hold on all aerial spraying for mosquito control until the safety concerns of Naled or any other chemicals used for aerial spraying in Palm Beach County are fully disclosed to the public and addressed. Anne Kuhl The Acreage

The Truth About Climate Change

Kudos on your opinion piece “Withdrawing From The Paris

Agreement Is A Step Backward” in the June 9 edition of the Town-Crier. As your staff knows, I am a professor of environmental chemistry at Florida Atlantic University and, as such, I see and review the hard basic data being collected on climate change. That is, I don’t rely on the hyperbole either pro or con on the issue. What the naysayers do not know or, if they know, they deny is that not since the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum (PETM) has the rate of climatic temperature increase been as sharply positive as it has been since about 20 years following the industrial revolution. By the way, the PETM event was due to huge releases of methane (aka, natural gas) from methane hydrates in the continental slopes around the world and was most likely caused by tectonic activity. Thus, it is the rate on the change in the change (second derivative math) that proves that “we” did it. I am,

therefore, more than appalled by our so-called (his words) president taking it upon himself to tell the rest of the world that science is wrong and he is right. He knows nothing but how to make money in real estate, certainly nothing about presidential decorum and how to treat allies. I also note that you correctly pointed out that Florida is one of the states not taking proac-

tive measures to combat climate change. This, of course, is due to Gov. Rick Scott, who not only adores President Trump, but forbade state agencies from using the term “climate change.” I hope that your readers remember this when Scott runs against U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson. A vote for Nelson will help keep Florida “Scott-free.” Dr. Bill Louda Loxahatchee Groves

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NEWS

Wellington Zoning Board Approves New Drive-Through Rules

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report Wellington’s Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board recommended approval Wednesday of new design concepts for drive-through windows. Associate Planner Kelly Ferraiolo said the staff-initiated zoning text amendment would allow alternative designs for drivethrough windows and lanes facing a right-of-way. The amendment changes part of the village’s so-called “big-box ordinance” enacted in 2004 that provides additional design standards and guidelines for commercial and industrial properties 15,000 square feet or greater. “The goal is to create a positive ambiance and strong community image and identity by providing for architectural and site design treatments that will enhance the visual appearance of developments in Wellington, while still

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Assessment Increase Suggested

continued from page 1 years 2017 and 2018,” Yohe said. “Since the alternatives have an impact on fiscal years beyond 2017 and 2018, a five-year maintenance capital improvement plan was prepared showing the alternatives.” The budget alternative where the district does not continue to maintain roads is affected by the

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continued from page 1 need to have a staff of volunteers, which would coincide with the foundation of a nonprofit. “If we are putting a program together that is very heavy related on volunteers, can we do it?” Gonot asked. “I talked to a number of people on the board here, and they

providing for design flexibility,” Ferraiolo said. The change is being proposed because modern drive-through concepts are becoming more creative and technologically savvy. “New concepts focus on maintaining speed and service while managing multiple orders simultaneously,” Ferraiolo said. “Businesses are incorporating multiple lanes and unique designs and are straying away from the traditional single-service lanes. Drive-throughs are not just for restaurants and banks anymore. Business such as dry cleaners, pharmacies and even funeral homes are taking advantage of this amenity.” Ferraiolo said drive-throughs are often submitted late in the design process or retrofitted after completion, and are difficult to fit in because they interrupt circulation and parking for existing tenants.

“Allowing alternative designs to mitigate potential impacts for windows and lanes facing the right-of-way provides flexibility to support a business amenity that is in high demand, while reducing the impact to the existing tenants and patrons,” she said. “All other standards, such as queuing requirements and circulation, will still apply.” Ferraiolo said the ordinance currently prohibits drive-through windows facing a right-of-way and allows only for the traditional single-lane design, except for financial institutions. The revised language would allow the planning and zoning department to allow design standards if something more than a single drive-through lane is proposed without making modifications to the code. Mitigation efforts may include additional landscaping, berms, fencing and any other alternative design elements that limit the view

of the drive-through window, lanes and menu boards from passing traffic. “It removes the restriction for a single-lane drive-through for any type of business,” Ferraiolo said, adding that staff has successfully applied alternative designs, including at the Starbucks store in Wellington Plaza at the southwest corner of Wellington Trace and Forest Hill Blvd., which installed a single-lane drive-through facing a right-of-way. “The drive-through was recently constructed, and because the center was built prior to the big-box ordinance, the regulation did not apply,” she said. “Staff still mitigated the potential impact by requiring additional landscaping and a buffer that was lacking.” Other commercial projects built before the 2004 ordinance have had drive-throughs installed facing the right-of-way, including the Wells Fargo bank in the Courtyard

Shops at the southeast corner of Wellington Trace and Greenview Shores Blvd. “The drive-through window and lane are facing the right-of-way, but a solid wall screens the teller window and vehicles,” she said. Board Member Alan Shullman made a motion to recommend approval, which carried 5-0 with Stephen Levin and Tomas Bueno absent. In other business, Board Member Carol Coleman asked about the status of Equestrian Sport Productions’ pending petitions, and Growth Management Director Bob Basehart said some proposed amendments have been submitted regarding the comp plan traffic analysis for changes at the International Polo Club Palm Beach, but the county traffic plan has not yet been resubmitted. “Nothing has moved an inch since the last meeting,” Basehart said.

Board Chair Elizabeth Mariaca asked when it might come back to the zoning board, which granted a postponement at its last meeting. Basehart said it’s up to the applicant. “They are responsible for responding to the staff comments on their master plan and their site plan, which they haven’t done, and they are responsible for resolving their traffic issues with the county, which they haven’t done,” he said. “Until those things happen, the project is not going to move forward.” Basehart said it is unlikely to be on the board’s July agenda, and possibly not in August, since it has to return to the Development Review Committee first. Basehart added that there is a provision in the code that if an application is inactive and no efforts are made to move it forward for six months, it can be administratively withdrawn.

permanent loss of the town’s gas tax allocation. The budget alternative where the district does continue to maintain roads would have it spending more to buy a grader and water truck for the five-year amortized loan period. Yohe said the comparative costs of the two alternatives are similar. The assessment estimate without road maintenance is the lower at $157 per acre for 2017-18 and falling to $147.60 for 2021-22. “This provides you with an envelope to at least recognize that there needs to be an increase, and as you recall, an increase can be

lowered after the initial assessment is given to the county in July,” he said. “In September, we can lower it at that time.” Yohe recommended taking the cautious route of assuming the higher cost initially. Supervisor Don Widing, who is leaving the board this month, recalled that years ago, the board discussed how the mission of the district’s services are changing, and since then, it has turned over many miles of paved roads to the town, which could reduce the need to fill staff openings. “Obviously, we’re not grading

as much as we used to, so the concept was if that demand for our labor force is diminished, it’s replaced by something else,” Widing said. “The cost of the project shouldn’t go up that much more, because we should have that time that we were spending on grading all those roads that we’re not now.” On the other hand, Widing said, not having as many roads to grade might give the district a chance to catch up on canal maintenance, pointing out that the district has fallen behind on its seven-year canal maintenance plan. Yohe said the breakdown of

the district’s equipment has had a huge impact on the productivity of district staff. “That is reflected in the things that haven’t gotten done as quickly as they used to,” he said. Supervisor Anita Kane said she would like a breakdown of staff costs before the board’s next meeting when it votes on the budget. At that meeting, the board will have at least one, and possibly two new members. LGWCD President Frank Schiola’s seat is one of two supervisor positions up at the June 26 proxy vote election. Schiola is run-

ning for another three-year term. Candidates Karen Piesley and Connie Bell are also seeking the seats. Widing chose not to run for re-election. Schiola agreed that the board should approve the higher rate initially. “You don’t want to start off low and, all of a sudden, something else pops up and you’re stuck,” he said. LGWCD Attorney Mary Viator said the district needs to adopt its Truth in Millage (TRIM) rate by mid-July, with the final certification in September.

feel that the number of volunteers can be generated.” He said that given the size of the village, it would need to have a staff of 25 to 30 volunteers to fulfill the services that it hopes to provide for its senior population. Gonot said that Gutman has trained two Royal Palm Beach residents who want to help form an organization like Wellington Cares. That’s two out of at least 25 volunteers ready to help local seniors, he said. “But, with any volunteers, you can’t let it lapse,” he said. “You

have to keep on these groups regularly.” In terms of a nonprofit that would help tie in the need for transportation services and other forms of assistance to senior needs, he proposed $40,000 for operational costs on an annual basis. Gonot also recommended pursuing grants. Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) has a grant program that he listed in his report. It serves foundations that provide volunteer services, such as the ones being proposed. “They give out money to agen-

cies because they have volunteer programs,” Gonot said. “They’re not huge amounts, but we’re not talking about a huge amount of money here. If you can get, $25,000 to $30,000, it offsets a tremendous amount of your costs.” He also recommended the purchase of insurance through the proposed foundation. “Everyone wants to be safe. You don’t want to be the good neighbor and then end up in a financial situation,” Gonot said. “We would suggest that additional purchase

of insurance is a very smart thing to do.” Gonot recommended a partnership with Wellington and other surrounding communities in order to lobby for services. “I don’t shy away from the word of lobbying,” Gonot said. “Two voices are not just double one voice; they’re more than that.” He said with the already-established nonprofit in Wellington, it can help Royal Palm Beach get in front of organizations that provide desired services. “Then you have a concentrated

market area, because everybody from this part of the county is working together,” Gonot said. “You can’t have enough friends in this world. Whether it’s a government or a person, you have to work together.” He asked that his report be approved by the committee so that it could be brought before the Royal Palm Beach Village Council, which was slated to hear the report Thursday, July 15. Board Member Sandy Rubin made the motion to approve the report, which carried unanimously.

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MALL AT WELLINGTON GREEN PRESENTS INDOOR SUMMER GREEN MARKET

The Mall at Wellington Green hosted its first monthly indoor farmers’ market on Saturday, June 10 and Sunday, June 11 in the City Furniture court. Vendors featured cheese, orchids, fresh juices and cookies, breads and candy for sale. There was honey, specialty oils, jams and jellies, and more. The event will be held monthly the second Saturday and Sunday each month through October. For more info., call (561) 227-6900 or visit www.shopwellingtongreen.com. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

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Niji Silva from “La Montagne Des Saveurs” (A Mountain of Flavors) talks about cheese with Marty Bullock.

WELLINGTON CHAMBER HOSTS NETWORKING NIGHT AT MACARONI GRILL

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LGLA Candidates Forum June 22

The Loxahatchee Groves Landowners’ Association will host a candidates forum on Thursday, June 22 at 7 p.m. at Palms West Presbyterian Church (13689 Okeechobee Blvd.). Before the forum there will be a hurricane preparations discussion by the American Red Cross. The LGLA is asking residents to send in questions for the moderator to ask the three candidates seeking seats on the Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District Board of Supervisors. Send the questions to Marge Herzog at marge@herzog. ms. The questions will be given to the moderator the night of the forum. There will be no open questions taken from the floor. Residents are encouraged to come out and hear the answers given by candidates Frank Schiola, Connie Bell and Karen Piesley, the three candidates seeking two available seats. The election will be held Monday, June 26 at 7 p.m. at the LGWCD office (101 West D Road). District property owners can vote at that time in person or

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Fall season registration for AYSO 1521 youth soccer in Loxahatchee is now open for boys and girls ages 4 to 18. Registration will continue through July 31. The cost is $100 per player and $90 for each additional sibling. The fee includes a jersey, shorts, socks, AYSO membership and supplemental accident insurance. After July 31, registration will be $125 per player. Players must be 4 years old by July 31. For more information, or to register, visit www.ayso1521.net.

Expedition Dinosaur Now Open At Mall

Expedition Dinosaur, created by the Palm Beach Museum of Natural History, is on display at the Mall at Wellington Green on the lower level near Nordstrom through Sunday, Sept. 10.

“We’re thrilled to continue creating new attractions at the mall that our visitors will enjoy,” said Marc Philippe Strich, the mall’s general manager. “Along with seeing real dinosaur skeletons, visitors can meet actual paleontologists and even touch an authentic dinosaur bone.” Featuring real dinosaur skeletons from Nanotyrannus, a smaller cousin of Tyrannosaurus Rex, to a Triceratops excavated in the U.S., Expedition Dinosaur allows visitors to explore prehistoric life not only as it existed on land, but also learn about the rise of birds and the origins of flight, the evolution of flying reptiles and view 65-million-year-old insects preserved in fossilized amber. Throughout the summer, the museum will host private events, lectures from renowned paleontologists, camps and more. The exhibit is open Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children and can be purchased at the exhibit entrance. The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History is a nonprofit

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Back To School Supply Drive In Wellington

The Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension will host “Smart Couples/Elevate: Taking Your Relationship to the Next Level” this summer. Couples who are married, dating, cohabiting or engaged are encouraged to attend this fun, free and powerful relationship enhancement workshop. Classes will be held on five consecutive Thursdays: July 6, 13, 20 and 27, and Aug. 3 at 6 p.m. at the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Office (559 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach). To register, visit www.smartcouples.org or call (561) 233-1742.

Wellington’s Community Services Department is hosting a Back-to-School Supply Drive to help Wellington students reach their full educational potential. Supplies can be dropped off at the Wellington Municipal Complex, the Community Services Office, the Lake Wellington Professional Centre and Village Park between the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. now through July 28. The goal is to send students back to school with pencils, paper, glue,

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Wellington Prepares For Major Study Of Village Utility System

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council approved consulting services Tuesday for a wastewater lift station condition assessment at a cost of $189,066 in preparation for a rate study and 10-year capital plan. Village Manager Paul Schofield said the village has 106 lift stations with a value of $21 million. The assessment is in preparation for a rate study that will include capital plan recommendations for the next 10 years. Vice Mayor John McGovern said the council has approved a number of task orders lately to look at utility conditions in various neighborhoods. He asked Utilities Director Shannon

LaRocque to explain how they fit together. “Are we having an outside assessment of almost the entire system?” he asked. “That’s correct,” LaRocque said. “As Mr. Schofield said, we’re getting ready to do a rate study. In order to insure that the rate study is complete and accurate, we have to provide a very realistic capital plan over the next 10 years. This is just one component of the assessment. They will all come together in the capital improvement plan.” Schofield noted that the village’s water utility is an enterprise fund with an operating budget of about $20 million a year. “Over 10 years, we’re looking at the things that establish the

$200 million that the utility will be spending over the next decade, so it’s important that we get them right,” he said. Councilman Michael Napoleone made a motion to approve the task order, which carried 4-0 with Mayor Anne Gerwig recusing herself due to business relationships with some of the contractors involved. In related business, the council authorized the negotiation of additional annual contracts for civil engineering; wastewater reclaimed water treatment engineering; electrical, instrumental and control engineering; and related consulting services for staff to add to its roster in anticipation of a higher degree of utility activity.

Staff recommended that three of the responding engineering firms be retained: Engenuity Group, Simmons & White and Chen Moore & Associates. Two firms were recommended for traffic engineering: Pinder Troutman Consulting and Simmons & White. Hazen & Sawyer was recommended for wastewater process and reclaimed water engineering, while Hillers Electrical Engineering was recommended for electrical, instrumentation and control engineering. Purchasing Director Ed De La Vega said that all the selections were qualifications based, pursuant to the Consultant’s Competitive Negotiations Act. The selections were made by a committee

including LaRocque, Director of Administrative & Financial Services Tanya Quickel, Growth Management Director Bob Basehart and Village Engineer Tom Lundeen. McGovern asked how the new contracts fit with contracts the village already has, and Assistant Village Manager Jim Barnes said the village has contracts with civil engineering firms that cover paving and grading, drainage and general utilities, as well as planttype utility work. “These firms are in addition to these to specifically address additional aspects of civil engineering so that we have greater opportunities and options for our firms in order to accomplish the

work that we have to do,” Barnes explained. Barnes said that the additional level of work the village is performing requires more contracting options so projects are not held up due to a limited number of providers. Also, some tasks require very specific expertise. “If you only have a limited number of firms, in some cases there’s only so many staff members they can allocate to a particular client,” he said. “At that point, we have to stagger or prioritize certain projects beyond what we’re comfortable doing.” Councilman Michael Napoleone made a motion to approve the contracts, which carried 4-0 with Gerwig recusing herself.

Mickey Simmel Ends Long Career, Retiring From New Horizons

Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report It’s the end of an era at New Horizons Elementary School in Wellington now that Mickey Simmel, the school’s longtime assistant principal, retired this month after 18 years as the school’s second in command. “I came over from Crystal Lakes Elementary in 1999,” she said. From 1984 to 1999, Simmel was a fifth-grade teacher. Prior to that, she worked filling in during the 1970s to cover when teachers were on leave at Plumosa Elementary School, her childhood elementary school. In 1984, she started working consistently in the school system at Forest Park Elementary School, following the principal when Crystal Lakes opened. “I was lucky enough to get to go and open up a new school, which is a great experience,” Simmel said.

After 16 years, Simmel transitioned to the role of assistant principal at New Horizons. “I liked it. It’s something different all the time,” she said. “My motivation for going into administration was I had a vision of what I felt education could be like for the 21st century. So, I was very balance-driven and literacydriven, very hands-on group sort of lessons. It was exciting. You were coming with all of the things you had learned as a teacher and going to a school that was well-established and had a great reputation.” When she started at New Horizons, just about everyone was new, with different jobs than what they have now, she recalled. “We were all beginners at what we were doing,” Simmel said. The first year Simmel was at New Horizons, the school had a gifted center that would eventually move to Binks Forest Elementary

School, then under construction. Some of Simmel’s favorite things about being the assistant principal included the kids she met and the people she worked with. “The kids, the teachers, the very nice staff — a very caring staff and a very hardworking staff,” she said. “I think kids are always wonderful to work with. It’s a challenge, and it’s enjoyable. They have good energy and they push that off on you.” Simmel embraces change and enjoyed being exposed to different students and different philosophies. “I believe in change. I think change is good,” she said. “It was just enjoyable. It’s a nice, caring, pleasant place to work.” New Horizons is family-driven, with parents and the PTA involved, she added, noting that the school is like a family. There was a surprise retirement party. Simmel was caught off

guard but pleased. She enjoyed working with Principal Betsy Cardozo and enjoys the friendships she created at the school. Simmel lives in Hobe Sound, which is a testament to how much she cares for New Horizons. When she started teaching, she lived in Delray Beach. She later moved to Hobe Sound and built a house. “That probably says a lot for the school and people in it that I would commute and do that drive,” Simmel said. “That kind of says it all on the caliber of the people and the energy that you’re around.” In her retirement, Simmel plans on spending time at the beach, volunteering with children and setting up a trip to Ireland, which has been a longtime dream of hers. “I’m just adjusting. It is a bit of an adjustment when you go from 10-hour or 12-hour days to, it’s a Tuesday,” she said.

Mickey Simmel (second from left) at the retirement party. Some of Simmel’s fondest “Change is your friend,” “almemories are with the kids whom ways put kids first” and “love what she was able to make a difference you do” are some of the words of with, the office staff she worked wisdom Simmel, who has turned with over the years and the friend- 70 years old, shared. “You need to ships she has made. love your job,” she said.

Along With Frustrations, Powell Sees Points Of Pride In Session

Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report After two terms in the Florida House of Representatives, Bobby Powell was elected to represent central and northern Palm Beach County in the Florida Senate in November 2016. He just completed his first session as a state senator. “It was a good session,” he said. “In the Senate, with less members, there’s more conversations that we have the opportunity to be involved in. There’s more information to carry. There’s more bills to read, and a lot more involvement within the process.” Powell was assigned to multiple committees, where he aimed to

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continued from page 1 Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. “These treatments in the names of curing homosexuality are now widely understood to be a tragic episode in our history, yet the practice of conversion therapy is in use today,” Needle said, adding that conversion therapy is based on two false premises: that homosexuality is a mental illness that needs to be cured, and an assumption that being LGBTQ can be changed through therapy. She said research has shown that efforts to change a person’s gender identity or sexual orientation can lead to a number of mental health issues in a minor, including shame, guilt, depression, problems with sexual and emotional intimacy,

work for the residents he represents. Those committees include the Agriculture, Appropriations, Health Policy and Judiciary committees. He is also vice chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Tourism and Economic Development and served on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Health and Human Services. He is alternating chair of the Joint Select Committee on Collective Bargaining and serves on the Joint Legislative Budget Commission. Though the session didn’t end with results exactly as Powell would have liked, there were victories. “I would recap the session in that manner. I would say, overall,

we had the opportunity to do some good things, and there are some things that we could have changed,” he said. “As a Democrat, we continued our tradition of stopping what we would consider bad legislation in 2017, and we also had an opportunity to advance the intent of Floridians who are fighting, and we did that through our social responsibility, economic well-being and environmental protection.” In his role as a state senator, Powell, along with the other Democratic senators, was able to work to improve major bills and minimize others. “Many of us, as senators, were able to prevent major bills from expanding. Di-

minishing the rights of women and also imposing severe conditions or restrictions on families who need assistance and families who need healthcare — we opposed some of those things and we stopped more restrictions from passing,” he said. Securing funding for District 30, which includes Loxahatchee Groves, Royal Palm Beach and parts of The Acreage, was a priority. “Going into this session, I wanted to make sure that we appropriated funding for our district,” Powell said. He is particularly proud of his work with Lake Okeechobee. “I feel like we were able to save the Glades area and come to a menial point, or stopping point, or work-

ing point, with regards to Senate Bill 10 and the Lake Okeechobee Reservoir to hold some of the water that would be coming from Lake Okeechobee,” he said. Powell approached the legislature with a philosophy that he described as “selfless as opposed to selfish.” “I think, personally, for me being able to work with a lot of members of the leadership team, both the minority and majority leadership team… and to work on legislation that is helpful to the State of Florida… was a personal achievement.” Working as a liaison between residents of the Glades and Senate President Joe Negron is something

Powell is proud of. But he wasn’t happy with everything that transpired during the session. “I was disappointed to see that we expanded Stand Your Ground so the burden of proof would be on the prosecution. In terms of highlights, I would [point to] being able to get funds appropriated for FAU for tech runway and funds appropriated for some of the programs that we have inside of our district,” he said. To learn more about Powell’s work in Tallahassee, visit www. flsenate.gov/senators/s30. His office is located at 2715 N. Australian Ave., Suite 105, in West Palm Beach and can be reached by calling (561) 650-6880.

loss of friends, social withdrawal, feelings of anger and betrayal, hostility and blame toward parents, high-risk behaviors, confusion, self-harm, substance abuse and suicidal thoughts. Needle noted that several highly respected organizations have issued statements against conversion or reparative therapy, including the American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychological Association, the American Psychoanalytic Association, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Julie Hamilton, a licensed marriage and family therapist and former president of the Alliance for Therapeutic Choice and Scientific Integrity, spoke against the ban. She said that there has been a lot of misinformation put out about conversion and reparative therapy. She invited Dr. David Pickup to

share his story about conversion therapy. Once a patient, he is now a licensed family therapist himself. Pickup said the horror stories about the practice are anecdotal, have nothing to do with conversion or reparative therapy and are not documentable. “The important issue is we are dealing with the lives of children,” he said, adding that he has offices in California and Texas, where almost all his clients receive “authentic” reparative therapy. “A ban on therapy for unwanted homosexual feelings or gender disorientation would be, in fact, child abuse,” he said. “This naïve and destructive ban makes it illegal for children to receive therapy for unwanted same-sex attraction caused by, among other things, sexual abuse, older teens or, in fact, pedophiles.” Pickup asked listeners to imagine a heterosexual boy walking into a therapist’s office in Wel-

lington to be told that it is illegal to give him therapy that resolves his experience of sexual attraction from an older man. “Do you know what it’s like to be heterosexual and to be sexually abused by a budding young pedophile?” he said. “I do. I underwent authentic reparative therapy for homosexual attraction because of emotional abuse and sexual abuse that I experienced as a child.” Pickup said authentic reparative therapy helped save his life. “I experienced changes in my feelings, not just behavioral change,” he said. Hamilton pointed out that a state bill to ban conversion therapy did not make it out of committee, although the state, not municipalities, has jurisdiction over family therapy. Members of the public who spoke were divided for and against the ban. Mayor Anne Gerwig asked

about a judicial appellate decision upholding Human Rights Council lawsuits that nothing prohibits medical professionals from discussing and recommending any treatment with any patient of any age, including conversion therapy. “So, they could recommend it, they just couldn’t provide it,” Gerwig said, adding that the ban does not prohibit conversion therapy for adults. Gerwig said she was troubled that the ordinance would prohibit licensed professionals from practicing conversion therapy on minors, but not unlicensed youth counselors. “You could go to your next-door neighbor, or a witch doctor, but not a licensed professional,” she said. Village Attorney Laurie Cohen agreed that Gerwig’s statement was true under current Florida Statutes. Councilman Michael Drahos said one of his primary issues was

how the ban would be enforced if it were ultimately approved. Cohen said the only way that the village would know that conversion therapy is being practiced would be if the minor child reported it or if it were advertised. “If that did occur, we could bring a code violation, or if it was being advertised, bring a code violation either against the property owner, because we can enforce our codes against property owners, or [using the] general penalty section in our code that would enable us to cite the actual provider of the service,” she said. Drahos said he planned to vote for the ordinance, but had concerns about some of the language that he hoped would be fixed by the final reading. Councilman Michael Napoleone made a motion to approve the preliminary reading of the ordinance, which carried 4-1 with Gerwig opposed.

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ONCE UPON A CHILD RESALE STORE OPENS NEW LOCATION IN WELLINGTON

Once Upon a Child held its grand opening Thursday, June 8. Located at 13889 Wellington Trace, Suite A9, in the Wellington Marketplace, the new store is part of a unique national recycling retail chain that specializes in merchandise for infants to pre-teens. The store buys and sells quality, gently used children’s apparel, shoes, books, baby equipment and furniture, and more. For more info., call (561) 619-5820 or visit www.onceuponachild.com/wellington. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

A line streams into the store at the 10 a.m. opening.

Cara and Aveleen Clark look for clothes.

Staff members with owners Taina and Kalvin Williams (center) and their sons Isaiah and Isaac.

Spider-Man with Wyatt Southard.

Joshua Reynolds tries out a toy car.

Madeline Hall tries out a tricycle.

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International Polo Club Named Florida’s Sports Venue Of The Year

An aerial view of the International Polo Club Palm Beach.

The Florida Sports Foundation presented awards last month to recognize Florida communities and sports commissions for their efforts to cultivate sports tourism in Florida. The awards were presented at the annual Florida Sports Summit held May 24-26, co-hosted by the Palm Beach County Sports Commission at the Jupiter Beach Resort. The International Polo Club Palm Beach, located in Wellington, was selected as the Large Market Sports Venue of the Year. “The Palm Beach County Sports Commission is honored that the Florida Sports Foundation and our peers would select one of our premier sports facilities in the Palm Beaches, the International Polo Club, as Large Market Venue

of the Year,” said George Linley, executive director of Palm Beach County Sports Commission. “The International Polo Club is one of the dynamic sports facilities in Florida and is home to worldclass polo and a selection of the nation’s largest amateur sports tournaments.” IPC offers a collection of nine polo fields on 248 acres, as well a main grandstand, croquet facility, meeting and breakout rooms, 7,000-square-feet of indoor usable floor space, a private health club, a pool, tennis courts and sufficient parking options. IPC is the premier polo destination in the world, hosting the most prestigious polo tournaments in the United States. The facility has proven to be an

ideal site for soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, rugby, and a variety of other sports. Apart from polo, IPC is one of the most versatile and flexible sports venues in the United States. The PBC Sports Commission has utilized the venue to host some of the largest sports events in the nation, including the American Youth Soccer Organization National Games, the National Hockey Festival (USA Field Hockey), Florida United Lacrosse Cup Series Palm Beach Blast and the Florida Draw Lacrosse Classic. These four events, along with the 2016 polo season, generated almost $38 million in visitor spending and 34,926 room nights for Palm Beach County’s hospitality industry last year.

“We are honored to accept the Venue of the Year Award presented at the Florida Sports Foundation’s Sports Summit on behalf of the International Polo Club Palm Beach. Our partnership feels that IPC is a versatile venue that boasts the ability to not only showcase the highest levels of international and national polo competition, but also provide a platform of large mixeduse space to facilitate other popular field sports,” IPC CEO Mark Bellissimo said. “This past year, we utilized various resources to help re-develop and re-energize the facility and firmly believe that we will only continue to expand the impact of IPC, from a broad sports tourism perspective, on many different levels in the future.”

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#1 Education Place 753-6563

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Town-Crier Newspaper & Wellington The Magazine

ENGINEERING SERVICES

ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY

MENTAL HEALTH SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELING

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

BICYCLE SALES & REPAIR

Alan Gerwig & Associates, Inc. 792-9000

Dr. Michael Harris 204-3242

Elevations Health 795-1518

Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce 790-6200

Wheels of Wellington 795-3038

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Barron & Kogan, CPA 795-4448

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GENERAL INSURANCE

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Children’s House of Wellington 790-3748

Allstate Insurance 798-0230

Edward Jones & Co. 798-6184

Advanced Therapy & Wellness Center 779-2050

Villari’s Studio’s of Self Defense 792-1100

Animal Medical Clinic 798-2900

Castleberry Financial Services 877-640-9393

State Farm Insurance 790-0303

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HAIR SALON

GENERAL INSURANCE

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SPORT MEMORABILIA & COLLECTIBLES

Advanced Imaging Specialists 800-354-6868

Pizzazz Hair Design 798-1100

Polo Insurance Agency 798-5443

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Physicians Billing Services Inc. 855-513-3933

JDC Development 790-4471

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READING & SPEECH THERAPY

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EQUINE INSURANCE

TITLE INSURANCE

GENERAL INSURANCE

NAIL SALON

ELECTRIC COMPONENTS

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Walsh Reading Group 422-6191

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Aegis Components 537-5680

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MEN & LADIES ALTERATIONS

CUSTOM BOOTS & SHOES

FOOD SERVICE EXPORTER

WELLINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

PC Pros of Wellington 420-0554

Wellington Jewelry 798-6110

Aroma Café 422-9020

Nutinfits 795-3278

La Mundial 459-1629

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SUMMER FEST HONORS PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE DAY AT FAIRGROUNDS

The 18th annual Philippine Summer Festival took place on Saturday, June 10 at the South Florida Fairgrounds. The event, hosted by the Philippine-American Society of West Palm Beach, celebrated Philippine Independence Day with food, music and dance of the islands. For more info., visit www.paswpb.org. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Vietnamese Fan Dancers (front row) Lianne Wong, and Christine Espanto; and (back row) Monica Tam, Samantha Wong and Emily Nguyen.

(Front row) Jonathan Paul and Rodendy Joachin; and (back row) Michael Page, Zachary Tish, Coby Tish and Sebastian Ibarrola of Super Tae Kwon Do.

Don Bronto and Lorna Hannes.

Philippine-American Society Executive Director Marlyn Sepanik with Joe Bendico and Merci Abellana.

Scholarship committee member Cristina Regino, scholarship recipients Le-Ann Tanza, Jamiegrace Vergara, Ariana Villanueva and Christine Espanto, and scholarship committee member Mellany Killian.

Matthew Ponce at the keyboard.

2016 Mrs. Fiesta Mo South Florida Liza Laurente and 2016 Teen Fiesta Mo South Florida Serahline Orona.

Philippine tribal dancers Hamza Razuman, Joshua Ecarma, Alec Ecarma and John Anlos.

Minto Donates Land For Permanent Fire Station At Westlake

The future location for PBCFR Station 22.

Minto Communities Inc. is making it possible for Palm Beach County to construct a new Fire Station 22 in Westlake to serve the people living in and around the area. Minto has completed the conveyance of nearly 4.5 acres of land to Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue for the new facility, which will dually serve as a district headquarters for central Palm Beach County. The land is located at the intersection of Seminole Pratt Whitney Road and Town Center Parkway South in the City of Westlake. “This is something we promised Palm Beach County we would do as part of our development order,

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5K Planned In Memory Of Kevin Enterlein

Kevin Enterlein, 51, a 26-year resident of Wellington, lost his battle with colon cancer last November. During almost three years of dealing with the disease, Enterlein established Beacon of Hope to raise funds and provide support for underprivileged families dealing with cancer. The nonprofit is now run by his wife, Andrea, along with their two grown children, Kevin and Melissa. “My husband was always a healthy person,” Andrea said. “He was very strict with his diet and exercise. That’s why my children and I felt what better way to honor his memory than with something he was so enthusiastic about.” The Beacon of Hope 5K run/ walk in memory of Kevin Enterlein will be held Sunday, Nov. 12 to mark the first anniversary of his passing. The event will begin at Tiger Shark Cove Park in Wellington at 7:30 a.m. and head to the Wellington Dog Park and back. These are the same streets where Kevin would run himself.

Kevin Enterlein All proceeds from Beacon of Hope’s 5K will benefit the Cancer Alliance of Help & Hope, a Palm Beach County not-for-profit organization which eases the burden of qualified local cancer patients by paying their non-medical bills and providing information resources. For more information, call Andrea Enterlein at (561) 603-0835.

Wantlin Accepted For West Point Program

Nicole Jean Wantlin, a junior at Wellington High School, has been selected to be among 1,000 attendees at West Point’s prestigious Summer Leaders Experience (SLE) June 10-16. More than 5,000 juniors nationwide applied to SLE, which offers outstanding high school juniors the opportunity to experience life at West Point. SLE attendees live in the cadet barracks (dormitories), eat in the cadet mess hall, and participate in academic, leadership, athletic and military workshops. The one-week seminars are designed to help juniors with their college-selection process, while giving them an idea of the importance of leadership and sound decision-making in their education, careers and lives in general. All SLE attendees participate in virtual-reality war simulation, and military and physical fitness training. In addition, each student

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Hanley Foundation Salutes Winner Of Alcohol Prevention Bus Poster Contest

The Hanley Foundation, a community leader in substance abuse prevention programming, awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Kervin Noel, a senior at South Tech Academy charter school in Boynton Beach, for winning one of two first-place awards in the county’s seventh annual Alcohol Prevention Poster Contest. The theme for this year’s contest, held by the Palm Beach County Substance Awareness Coalition, in partnership with the School District of Palm Beach County, Florida Students Against Drunk Driving (SADD), Florida Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and sponsored by the Hanley Foundation, the Judith Carreras Scholarship, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, the Rotary Club of Wellington and the South Florida Fairgrounds, was “Your Future is Bright with Alcohol Out of Sight.” Noel created a colorful green and orange poster titled “The Truth About Alcohol,” which featured an important statistic about alcohol use among teens and asked a question: “80 percent of Palm Beach County teens are alcohol

free. Are you?” His poster will be displayed inside all 900 of the school district’s buses and will also be displayed in schools. “Kervin’s poster used clear, concise data to show his fellow students that despite what they might perceive, most of their friends aren’t using alcohol, and they can feel good about not engaging in underage alcohol use, as well,” said Ryan Wertepny, director of prevention for Hanley Foundation. “We felt Kervin’s poster would grab bus-riders’ attention with its bold graphics and colors, but then really drive home the truth about alcohol use.” Wertepny noted that one of Hanley Foundation’s key prevention programs, the Alcohol Literacy Challenge, reflects Noel’s poster message and is offered free to schools, churches and youth groups. “Prevention programming reaching school-age children is a successful strategy to keep kids away from drugs and alcohol,” he said. “Children and teens who begin drinking before age 15 are four times more likely to become alcohol addicted than those who do not drink before age 21. But the

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Local Combat Instructor Is Sole Female Author In New British Combat Book

Three-time International Women’s Jousting champion and martial artist Cynthia Morrison is the sole female contributor inside a new book released out of the United Kingdom. A Professionals’ Guide to 24 Urban Self-Defence and Close Quarter Combat Systems, published by Robin Barratt, includes 21 professional male combat instructors alongside Morrison. Morrison was the first woman to compete in the Highland Games heavy athletics in Scotland in 1994-95. The Oscar Heidenstam Foundation of London England bestowed the Ambassador Award for sport to her in 2000 for her overseas efforts. She has also been recognized locally by Palm Beach County Commission and former West Palm Beach Mayor Nancy Graham. In 2001, Morrison founded Palm Beach Jousting to share her

skill and knowledge in teaching the medieval equestrian sport. She acted as official advisor for the 2005 U.S. Open Polo Championships, training players for an intermission display on medieval mounted techniques. She has also published a novelette, Adelia of the Coliseum, a story about a woman gladiator in ancient Rome. The book won its category from the Great Southeast Book Festival, as well as the Pinnacle Book Achievement Award during 2017. Morrison, trained in Karado Karate, is also a graduate of the Burt Reynolds Institute in Jupiter. She shares stage combat methods with actors and has worked as fight director on local independent film projects. A Professionals’ Guide to 24 Urban Self-Defence and Close Quarter Combat Systems, compiled by Robin Barratt, can be found on Amazon.

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SCHOOL NEWS

Frontier El Student Gets Legislative Excellence Award

Jaci Dulany, a fifth-grade student at Frontier Elementary School, was awarded the Legislative Excellence Award for the 2016-17 school year on Friday, June 2 from State Rep. Rick Roth (R-District 85). “It is with a great deal of pleasure that I take this opportunity to honor you with the Legislative Excellence Award,” Roth said. “This award is presented to you

for portraying excellence in leadership, service and citizenship. I commend you on your many achievements at Frontier Elementary School and within your community. Your hard work and dedication does not go unnoticed. You can be certain that the entire community is proud of your accomplishments and shares in the joy in this appropriate recognition.”

Principal Susan Groth agreed with those sentiments and thanked Dulany for her service to Frontier Elementary and to the community at Frontier’s Moving On Ceremony. Dulany plans to continue serving her community by participating in service projects helping others, and also plans on taking Roth up on his offer to allow her to shadow him for a day in Tallahassee.

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State Rep. Rick Roth with Jaci Dulany.

Eagle Arts Academy Assessment Scores Improve

New student diagnostic testing scores show that Eagle Arts Academy students improved at every grade level in both math and reading this academic year. The scores are part of the iReady Diagnostic & Instruction for Reading and Mathematics program used by Palm Beach County School District. Eagle Arts Academy was one of the first charter schools to use iReady and has been doing so

since its first year. Since then, the district has adopted the program, assessment and curriculum. New numbers show that Eagle Arts students improved an average of 26 points in reading and 17 points in math. According to the district scores, Eagle Arts students tested above the targeted reading level in kindergarten, and grades 3, 4, 5, 7 and 8. First grade tested at 97

SRHS Band Director A Grammy Quarterfinalist

Seminole Ridge band director Dan Harvey has been listed among the nationwide quarterfinalists for the 2017 Music Educator Award presented by the Grammy Foundation’s Recording Academy and the Grammy Museum. The award recognizes teachers who have

made a significant and lasting contribution to the field of music education and who demonstrate a commitment to the broader cause of maintaining music education. The award’s winner will attend the annual Grammy Awards and a range of Grammy Week events.

percent of the target level. Second grade was at 71 percent, and sixth grade tested at 86 percent of the target level. The new numbers also show improvements at every grade level in math. The most dramatic math improvement was among Eagle Arts Academy’s eighth graders, who exceeded target test levels by 155 percent. While the school missed its overall target for average growth in math, it did achieve 83 percent of the goal. The iReady scores are used to view student growth relative to end-of-year growth targets and see if students are performing on or above grade level. “What these new numbers show is that we are heading in the right direction. Our scores are up, and our kids are learning. We have made several major changes for next year, including the hiring of a dean of curriculum and academics

who will make next year’s scores even more impressive,” said Greg Blount, founder of the Eagle Arts Academy. Believing that all children do not learn in the same way, the Eagle Arts Academy uses a “whole child” approach to education, infusing core curriculum with arts education and technology skills in a collaborative culture that drives academic excellence. The Wellington school uses teaching methodologies that create a fun and engaging learning environment such as Center Based Learning, Project Based Learning and Kinesthetic Learning. Children who don’t like school or struggle with standard teaching methods are transformed into engaged learners, Blount said. The school’s goal is to create as many options as possible to help students be successful in their learning.

WLMS Students Honored For Reading Excellence

Eight students in Lisa Shields’ seventh-grade language arts classes celebrated at the Sunshine State Reader Excellence Award luncheon on Thursday, June 1. Students in Shields’ class are required to read one SSR novel per month. Those who exceeded 11 novels were given the Sunshine State Reader Excellence Award and treated to a luncheon sponsored by the Wellington Landings PTO. PTO members Joanne Kapsos and Veronica Zavaleta served lunch for the group. (Right) Alex Bartley, Matthew Madro, Nicole Jakimowicz, Jordyn Velez, Hafsa Ahmed, teacher Lisa Shields, Naomi Burton, Jakob Lester and Carlos Gonzalez.

A total of 197 music teachers from 187 cities across 45 states have been announced as quarterfinalists for the Music Educator Award, presented by the Recording Academy and the Grammy Museum. In total, more than 2,300 initial nominations were submitted from all 50 states. Palm Beach Central High School Band Director James Yaques was one of two quarterfinalists in Palm Beach County Schools. Shown above is Yaques with Principal Darren Edgecomb.

EQUESTRIAN TRAILS CHORUS PERFORMS

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The Humor Inherent In Childhood Always Keeps Me Laughing

It’s summertime, and school is out! What could be more exciting? Even though my adult schedule keeps me from enjoying two or three months of total freedom, I do try to carve out more time for myself in the summer. I even sit and read sometimes. I am currently rereading one of Erma Bombeck’s humor books and, even though the humor is dated, the writer inspires me nonetheless. No one looked at motherhood with a sense of humor until she came along — at least not publicly. There are other little paperbacks focusing on humor that amuse me with their anecdotes about real life. My favorites are the ones with stories that quote children.

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The Sonic BOOMER No one tells the truth like a child, and the truth they tell is so unmarred by societal convention — or facts. I love to learn how these little people think as they try to interpret the world around them. It’s a world where, for them, every single thing is new and curious.

I read one story of a mother who drove through a cemetery quite often, since it was a shortcut between her home and her four-year-old’s school. One day, the kid told her he knows what happens to dead people. The mother, no doubt worried she has harmed him for life with this shortcut, cautiously asked, “What happens to them?” The kid replied, “They get buried and grow up to be statues.” You can’t make up that kind of thing. Credit “Dear Dr. Humor” for sharing. My daughter Jen also works to keep me in the kid humor loop. Even though she is working, she is doing everything she can to keep my grandkids entertained. Skippy,

4, is enrolled in summer camp. Tess, 2, continues at her day care — which is sort of a year-round summer camp anyway. Last week it was water play day at camp, and Skippy was told to wear his swimsuit. So, Tessie demanded to wear hers, too, even though it was not water play day at her school. Who knows what her teachers thought, but Jen sent me photos of each kid absolutely slathered in sunscreen. “You’re only supposed to use a little bit on your face, Tess!” Skippy instructed, even though he himself looked like a victim of that pie-in-the-face gag. After camp, Jen took both kids to a gymnastics class for a free trial. Skippy, who has always been small and skinny for

his age, was finally a champ at something, and Tess, whose energy is boundless, dominated the trampoline. Both kids were in heaven. Yet as they were preparing to leave, Tess kept peering wistfully into the room where the older kids were practicing cheerleading. She wanted to go in. “Let’s ask the coach,” Jen said. They did, and the coach said, “If it’s OK with you...” “It’s OK with me!” Tess yelled and ran on in. She started out watching from the sidelines, but was soon in the center of the room, flailing along with the best of them. Kids. Summertime or not, you gotta love ’em!

Disney’s Latest ‘Pirates’ Film Hardly Worth Trip To The Theater

Some movies should never be made, and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales is a perfect example. It is awful, but it will make money riding on the reputation of the earlier films. Just about everyone really enjoyed the first films in the series with Johnny Depp, wearing enough eyeliner to handle the needs of any chorus line in Las Vegas, swishing his way through a comic portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow, a true rogue. And there were some great comic scenes in the next couple of films to avoid the issue of really bad scripts. Unfortunately, in this fifth film, the plot is hackneyed, the dialogue repetitious and it is all done without a hint of subtlety. There is another sea curse, another artifact to be found and more nasty people who want Sparrow dead. In other words, instead of coming up with a way to invigorate the series with something new, the writers (and I am doing them a favor by

‘I’ On CULTURE By Leonard Wechsler not mentioning their names) seem to have played cut and paste with previous scripts. Henry Turner (Brenton Thwaites), the son of Will Turner (Orlando Bloom), comes to Sparrow asking for help in finding the Trident of Poseidon, one of those sea relics that seem to be in all of these films. It has the power to cancel sea curses, including the one that sent his parents to the bottom of the sea. Kaya Scodelario plays an astrologer and horologist (study of time), which leads to far too many jokes passed on the first syllable of that word.

There are the usual highly paid scene-chewing villains. Javier Bardem plays, well, his usual creepy Bardem. And Geoffrey Rush storms around either loudly muttering or screaming fancy curses. In the long run, who really cares? To keep a franchise alive, it has to constantly be reimagined. The Captain America series does that beautifully. The first was a World War II hero drama, the second was a 1970s-style political thriller, and the third was a debate over personal vs. group responsibility with a nice addition of extra superheroes and a dollop of humor. The Alien series, after the original became a bit redundant, switched gears and moved from pure horror to a mix involving philosophical androids dealing with issues of creation. This Pirates film seems based solely on the idea of “take the money and run.” There are no new ideas, and watching the set gags, many repeating from the earlier

films, becomes boring. In good movies, people seem glued to their seats. At the showing I attended, people left to hit the candy stand. Depp played the same part he’s done so many times before, and it was clear that he was working hard to not seem bored. He needed a hit movie badly, and this was a can’t-miss proposition. As before, he does a heavy amount of physical comedy, although watching him constantly getting tangled in the ropes on his sailing ship is getting a bit old. Surely someone who has been sailing for decades would stop. But every time you’re about ready to head for the bathroom, the movie’s theme starts booming and off goes another one of the far-too-stagey set pieces that generally have no point but to allow Depp to look properly ridiculous. Bardem and Rush are old-timers. They know how to act and how to be good guest stars. They over-act shamelessly, knowing

that this is simply a quick way to make a buck. Bardem looked remarkably like an aging Edward Scissorhands, although that might have been planned. Thwaites and Scodelario were OK but are hardly star material. Paul McCartney has a relatively small role where he sits in a cell and cracks jokes. He should definitely not quit his day job. Had he done a bit of singing, of course, the film would have been greatly improved. While the theater was fairly empty, receipts from other countries, perhaps one where this is not the fifth film, will make money for Disney. It is far more violent and grittier than previous films. Although it does have a PG-13 rating, the violence makes it problematic for kids. Spending the money on the film would be a waste, although compared with a day at Disney World, where you can go through the ride based on the film franchise, it is not bad. Wait for it on television.

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Live 360° Studio Grand Opening June 24 At Wellington Green

The Mall at Wellington Green recently announced the opening of its Live 360° Studio. Created with the mall’s community partners and the Mall at Wellington Green for area residents, Live 360° Studio will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, June 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Families are invited to participate in free exercise classes taught

by a variety of fitness experts from Fit Unfiltered, Title Boxing Club, and Ukrave, and activities including art classes and cooking demonstrations featuring produce grown from the mall’s Tower Gardens throughout the grand opening. Kids can release extra energy in a children’s play zone within the studio and help paint a Live 360° mural in the art garden with help

from Art Cellar. The art garden will also offer adult art classes from Flash Art. Attendees are welcome to enjoy food samplings from Cask + Shaker, Chick-fil-A, Terry’s Front Porch and Nordstrom Cafe, games and live performances by local musicians. “We’re excited to partner with so many outstanding local arts, fitness and community organizations

in the creation of Live 360° Studio as a resource for our community,” Mall at Wellington Green General Manager Marc Philippe Strich said. “The Live 360° Studio is just one more example of how the Mall at Wellington Green loves collaborating with local organizations to bring new resources and opportunities to our community.” After the grand opening, Live

360° Studio will be used as a gathering place for the community to learn, explore, create, play and even eat on occasion. The Mall at Wellington Green’s two levels feature more than 160 stores and restaurants. Stores include Macy’s, Nordstrom, Brighton Collectibles, Chico’s, Express, Forever 21, H&M, Loft, Pandora and Helzberg Diamonds. Din-

ing and entertainment options include Paragon Theaters, Cask + Shaker, California Pizza Kitchen, Subway and Chick-fil-A. The mall is located at 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Restaurants and department store hours may vary. For more info., visit www.shopwellingtongreen.com.

Jazz Pianist Copeland Davis To Perform Patriotic Show July 1

Nationally renowned jazz pianist Copeland Davis and his band will perform “An Evening of Patriotic Music” at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 1 at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church in Wellington. Davis, who has performed on The Tonight Show and Good Morning America, is a longtime member of St. Peter’s and music director of the Praise and Worship Service. Proceeds will support St. Peter’s missions and outreach. An Emmy-nominated musician, Davis performed in three episodes of the 1989 television show B.L. Stryker starring Burt Reynolds. Reynolds and Davis first met in

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the early 1970s, when a friend of the actor brought him to the Abbey Road restaurant in Palm Beach Gardens to hear Davis perform. Reynolds was so impressed that he booked Davis onto The Tonight Show when Reynolds was filling in as guest host for Johnny Carson. That led to a friendship between the actor and the musician that has remained through the decades. In his recent stage show at the Eissey Theater, Reynolds called out Davis, who was in the audience, and recounted the story of their meeting. “My appearance on The Tonight Show took me from being a lounge

act to putting me in the national spotlight in front of 30 million people,” Davis recalled. “It led to performances in Las Vegas and appearances on Good Morning America.” Born and raised in Florida, Davis started playing piano at age seven and by age nine was playing for his hometown church in Winter Park. Davis has opened for such famous names as Aretha Franklin, Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr., Smokey Robinson, Florence Henderson, Robert Klein, Alan King, Sandy Duncan, the Smothers Brothers and Ramsey Lewis.

brought inside the park buildings for residents to enjoy. Approximately 8,000 people are expected to turn out for the day, so Garvey emphasized the importance of getting to the park early and beating the traffic, since there’s only one entrance to the park — or better yet, use the free shuttle service. “Come early, bring your seat, bring your blanket, and just enjoy the evening so you’re not stressed trying to find a spot at the last minute,” she said. This year’s featured sponsor

for the event is the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. The Fourth of July celebration is one of Wellington’s signature events and requires the help of numerous people and organizations. “We’re proud of it, and we put a lot of work into it,” Garvey said. “It takes a village to make it all come together.” Guest are asked not to bring pets or personal fireworks. For more information, call Garvey at (561) 791-4082 or visit www. wellingtonfl.gov.

Royal Palm Ice Cream, located at 11328 Okeechobee Blvd., Suite 6, in Royal Palm Beach, will hold its grand opening on Thursday, June 22 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., get a free scoop of any flavor ice cream; from 2 to 4 p.m., get $1 off any sundae; and from 4 to 6 p.m., get $1 off any shake or malt during the celebration, which will include face painting and a balloon artist. “Serving premium ice cream without the premium price,” Royal

Palm Ice Cream is excited to offer the largest variety of hard-packed premium ice cream, no-sugaradded ice cream, hard-packed probiotic yogurt, sherbets, sorbets and ices. Along with 44 flavors of ice cream, the store also carries several flavors of soft serve, sundaes, shakes, floats, parfaits and more. With so many flavors, there is something for everyone. Guests are invited to come in and enjoy ice cream in a fun and

upbeat atmosphere while listening to music or watching your favorite sports team on the 55-inch TV. Kids will love eating their ice cream while enjoying their favorite cartoon or show. While there, guests can browse the unique gift section, candy and popcorn wall, and the variety of ice cream cakes and frozen treats to go. For more information, call (561) 268-2979 or visit www. royalpalmicecream.com.

Beach County will contribute to two of those 10 deaths every day, and at least 25 people will overdose due to opiate abuse each day. “Firefighters, paramedics and police officers will come to their aid. They will give them Narcan in their nose, or intravenous, and they will be brought back to life, oftentimes to overdose again that same day,” Aronberg said. “That’s how powerful addiction is.” He said there are laws that have enabled the prescription drug crisis. These laws allow sober homes to be established and to stay in communities. “You have the Americans with Disabilities Act, and you have the Fair Housing Act. They protect sober homes in the communities. They also protect the flophouses that are not really legitimate sober homes,” Aronberg said. “Sober homes are just group residences. Anyone here can open one up today. You don’t need any licensing. You don’t need any certification. You don’t need any registration.” Because these residences are protected under federal law, it basi-

cally creates a loophole that allows them to persist, and it can take a great financial toll on municipalities. “So, a sober home moves in and puts nine people in the home, and then the village says: ‘You can’t do that. Your limit is three.’ And then, the sober homes’ lawyer sends a letter to the village saying, ‘We request under the [ADA] a reasonable accommodation,” Aronberg said. “And then, you pretty much have to grant it because they are protected under the ADA.” In one instance, Aronberg said Boca Raton lost a case under a similar circumstance and had to pay $3 million when it lost the lawsuit filed against the municipality. “I feel for local government. When people complain to village council members, to city council members, and say, ‘Why aren’t you doing something about this? There is a flophouse living next to us. There are eight people loitering around. There are all these cars in the driveway,’” he said. “You say, ‘Hey, they’re protected under the ADA,’ and they don’t want to believe you.”

Work is being done to try to get the ADA to differentiate between legitimate sober homes and those that are not, he said. For example, Aronberg said U.S. Rep. Lois Frankel (D-District 21) asked the federal government for clarifications toward the terms under the ADA that seem to allow flophouses to stay standing as sober homes. But so far, there has not been anything concrete to clear up the problem, except when there are enough clusters of sober homes in one area to where it is a hazard to the overall health of the community. Still, clarity on what number defines a cluster is unclear, Aronberg said. Dr. Deja Gilbert of Retreat, an addiction treatment center, discussed addiction and its effects on local economies. “For instance, accidents caused by alcohol account for nearly half of the [emergency room] visits per year,” Gilbert said. “This affects both health and car insurance. With the high number of accidents each year, the cost of healthcare and insurance goes up for everyone. Eventually, what once seemed like

someone else’s problem creeps into our own personal and professional budgets.” She said the biggest impact that substance abuse in the community has is on the financial aspects from the county level to nationwide. “The GDP for the United States last year was more than $18 trillion. The total cost attributed to excessive drinking, prescription opiate overdose, abuse and dependence was $302 billion. That’s more than 1.5 percent of our gross domestic product,” she said. “That’s hundreds of billions of dollars that we are paying if we choose to not help these people.” Gilbert said that if community members work together, the trends that are being seen at all different levels within the county, the state and the country can be changed. “We need long-term recovery if things are going to get better, specifically with heroin, where someone who recovers from it is at a high risk of dying if they relapse,” she said. “If we focus on getting people into recovery, whether that’s getting them into a

12-step program or a treatment facility, we can reverse every single one of the negative impacts.” In partnership with Retreat, the chamber will conduct a workshop on Thursday, June 29 to recognize symptoms that employees or anyone might show if they are experiencing substance abuse. Aronberg said that locally, the county needs more support from the federal government to continue to improve the measures necessary to bring consequences to flophouses that pose as legitimate sober homes. But the lack of support, he said, won’t prevent him and his Sober Homes Task Force from continuing to reach their goals. “We are going to continue to put handcuffs on people who are taking advantage of individuals at the lowest stages of their lives,” Aronberg said. The chamber’s next economic luncheon will focus on education, featuring Palm Beach County School Superintendent Dr. Robert Avossa, on Thursday, Aug. 17. Visit www.cpbchamber.com for more information.

Chief Assistant State Attorney Al Johnson, Wellington Vice Mayor John McGovern and Palm Beach County Vice Mayor Melissa McKinlay.

His television special, Copeland Davis at Crystal Tree, received an Emmy nomination. Davis was inducted into the Las Vegas Entertainers Hall of Fame in 2014 and is listed in the International Who’s Who in Music. Davis has performed in concert at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. and has been featured with the Indian River Pops Orchestra, the Florida Sunshine Pops Orchestra, the Space Coast Pops Orchestra and the Boca Pops Orchestra. Tickets to the July 1 concert are $20 in advance and $25 at the

door. There will be a meet-andgreet with photo opportunities and autographs following the event. To purchase tickets in advance, visit www.stpeters-umc.org. Click on the “Patriotic Concert” link on right side of page. Follow the link to pay online. Indicate “concert” and the number of tickets purchased in the description line. Your printed receipt will serve as the ticket. Tickets can also be purchased weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the St. Peter’s office, located at 12200 W. Forest Hill Blvd. in Wellington. For more information, call the church at (561) 793-5712, ext. 13.

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Wellington Regional Medical Center CEO Robbin Lee addresses the chamber of commerce members.

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WOMEN’S GROUP HOSTS INSTALLATION AND SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATION

Women of the Western Communities held its end of season meeting, officer installation and scholarship presentation on Thursday, June 8 at the Wanderers Club. There was a buffet dinner and a program that featured guest speaker Kathy Stackhouse. Four students received scholarship awards, the 2017-18 board was sworn in by Allyson Samiljan and there was a check presentation to the YWCA Harmony House. For more info., e-mail Mair Armand at mair@wwc-fl.com or call (561) 635-0011. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Greater West Palm Beach Womens Club members Mary Evelyn Mitchell, Phyllis Gauger, Jean D’Ambrosio, Kathy Stackhouse, Cathy Hopkins, Janet Carlson, Fran Green and JeffAnne Pike. Incoming board members Phylis Gauger, Lynda Chicano, Terri Wescott, Mair Armand, Donna Kuebler, Maria Pergola and Cheryl Dunn Bychek.

The scholarship committee with and scholarship recipients.

Maria Pergola, Mimi Barnhart and Robin Blom.

Phyllis Gauger gives guest speaker Kathy Stackhouse a thank you certificate.

Scholarship winner Jocabed Martinez reads her essay.

Tracey Piccone gives Sydney Meve her scholarship award.

Scholarship winner Kianna Anderson with her mother Pearl Anderson.

Mary Rowe and Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig.

Jocabed Martinez with her friend Emmanuel Arredondo.

Scholarship winner Adriana Serrano with her mother Celina Villaloboa.

Co-President Lynda Chicano, guest speaker Kathy Stackhouse and Co-President Donna Kuebler.

Scholarship winner Sydney Meve with her father Jeff Meve.

President Cheryl Dunn Bychek is sworn in by Allyson Samiljan.

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It sounds like something out of a sci-fi novel. Treating wounds and other ailments with… water? But Acreage resident Paul Seaver, owner of Palm Beach Springs Water Company, is a believer. He touts “functional electrolyzed water” for many uses, including for horses. Ellen Rosenberg’s Column, Page 23

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Women’s Chamber Awards 21 Scholarships

Five adult women and 16 high school girls had reason to celebrate their academic achievements recently. The Women’s Chamber Foundation awarded a record 21 scholarships at its annual Scholarship Luncheon and Silent Auction on June 1 at the Kravis Center. Page 24

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Brides Across America will kick off its annual Operation Wedding Gown giveaway events at bridal salons across the country, including Bacio Bacio Bridal Salon in Wellington. Brides Across America will also continue its efforts to include first responders by giving away more free wedding gowns to support these everyday heroes. Partner salons will be celebrating with Brides Across America in July. Page 24

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SRHS Grad Michael Fontecchio Headed To Ohio Northern

Seminole Ridge graduate Michael Fontecchio recently signed to play football at Ohio Northern University. The standout lineman played all four years with the Hawks during high school, with three of those years on the varsity squad. He selected Ohio Northern because of its civil engineering program. Page 31

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Horse Owners Giving ‘Functional Electrolyzed Water’ A Try It sounds like something out of a sci-fi novel. Treating wounds and other ailments with… water? But Acreage resident Paul Seaver, owner of Palm Beach Springs Water Company, is a believer. He incorporated in 2015 after meeting with an expert on the concept. “I became interested in water systems,” Paul recalled. “Back then it was mostly used in commercial situations. I wanted to make it available for anyone, anywhere.” So, what exactly is functional electrolyzed water (FEW)? Simply put, it’s water treated with electrolysis to change its properties to make it better able to hydrate and permeate cells. “These units, when installed on any water system, charge the water with a positive charge and change its permeability,” Paul explained. “It aids digestion, is easier to absorb, and flushes the system of toxins.” He listed many uses for the product. “It’s used a lot in the dairy industry as a cleaner, since it’s nontoxic. I started using it on dogs and horses when my friend’s dog had nasty open sores,” Paul recalled. “He had tried everything. We had the dog drink the water, and also bathed and misted him with it. In 2 to 3 months, he was completely cured... Think of water like produce. It can be fresh, or old. FEW keeps water fresh with active, dissolved hydrogen, which is the key to preventing and Get updates all week long... follow Ellen Rosenberg on Twitter at twitter.com/Horse TalkFL.

Tales From The Trails By Ellen Rosenberg repairing cellular damage. It’s anti-oxidizing. The PH level is neutralized and stabilized.” Paul offers three types of FEW. The ultralow PH is a super sanitizer for anything and everything. Although it smells like chlorine, it’s safe to use on all surfaces, as well as skin. This one helped cure the dog’s sores. The ultrahigh PH is a cleaner and degreaser, terrific on tile floors, windows and open wounds. The neutral PH is the one for drinking and general use. This is the one you can have at home through one of Paul’s machines. The thing about FEW is it doesn’t store well. (Remember the produce analogy?) So, you need a constant, fresh supply. “I can hook up the system to any water source,” he explained. “It’s like a reverse osmosis unit. The cost for a household unit runs between $3,500 to $4,000, which includes the unit, filtration and installation, and comes with a three-year warranty. But they last a lot longer than that.” According to a 2009 Los Angeles Times article, FEW is powerful enough to kill anthrax spores, salmonella on chicken carcasses,

Company founder Paul Seaver with some of the FEW water types. disinfect produce, treat chronic wounds and burns, sunburn and acne, yet is completely safe and nontoxic, without harming people or the environment. The USDA, the FDA and the EPA have approved electrolyzed water for a variety of uses. Drew Nagel is a big believer. She has seen firsthand how it helps horses. She and her horses recently moved from Deer Run to Davie. One of her horses, Rattlesnake Red,

a Thoroughbred, had a terrible chronic skin condition known as rain rot. He was also a non-sweater and had hoof problems. “This stuff is wonderful,” she said. “I’ve been using it for about a year. I had the unit hooked up to the hose in the barn, so the horses can drink it. It has totally remade this horse. His coat is beautiful.” Drew said the low PH water helped cure See ROSENBERG, page 33

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Bacio Bacio To Host Brides Across America Giveaway

Brides Across America is proud of the men and women in uniform. During the month of July, the nonprofit is honoring heroes for their bravery and sacrifice. Brides Across America will kick off its annual Operation Wedding Gown giveaway events at bridal salons across the country, including Bacio Bacio Bridal Salon in Wellington. Brides Across America will also continue its efforts to include first responders by giving away more free wedding gowns to support these everyday heroes. Partner salons will be celebrating with Brides Across America in July and gifting gowns valued up to $5,000 to participating brides. Bacio Bacio, located at 9610 Forest Hill Blvd. in Wellington, will once again be hosting its event from July 6 to 15, where military and first responder brides will be treated to a bridal-gown-choosing experience. Since 2006, Bacio Bacio has been a full-service couture bridal boutique that has assembled an amazing team of professionals to

assist with all aspects of a wedding. The store features a beautiful selection of gowns in an atmosphere that is relaxing and soothing. They strive to provide brides with a special experience from the moment they walk in the door. Brides Across America and its partner salons have donated more than 20,000 wedding gowns and gifted more than 20 weddings since its inception in 2008. The program is designed to transforms lives and reduce financial stress in planning a wedding, since the average wedding gown costs $2,000 with accessories. For more information on how to qualify, to locate a salon near you, or to register for an event, visit www. bridesacrossamerica.com. Military brides must bring proper identification along with deployment papers to be presented the day of the event. First responders must bring a valid work ID the day of the event. For more information, call Bacio Bacio at (561) 792-6111 or visit www.baciobacio.com.

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Women’s Chamber Foundation Awards Record Number Of College Scholarships

Five adult women and 16 high school girls had reason to celebrate their academic achievements recently. The Women’s Chamber Foundation awarded a record 21 scholarships at its 14th annual Scholarship Luncheon and Silent Auction on June 1 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. WPEC news anchor Liz Quirantes was the mistress of ceremonies. With sponsorships by Bus One LLC; First Bank of the Palm Beaches; the Gehring Group; the Gill Law Firm; Keiser University; Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath; the Merrill G. & Emita E. Hastings Foundation; RBC Wealth Management; and Toshiba Business Solutions, 20 $1,000 scholarships and one laptop computer scholarship were awarded to deserving women and girls who aspire to achieve economic success through higher education. Students will be attending both local colleges, including Palm Beach State College, Palm Beach Atlantic University and Florida Atlantic University, and out-of-state colleges,

This year’s scholarship recipients at the Women’s Chamber Foundation luncheon.

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including Georgia Tech, Harvard, and Wellesley. This year, the foundation launched its Big Red Apple Scholarship Campaign. “Our success in achieving our goal is because of women who believe that education is the key to

accessing opportunities,” Foundation Chair Denise Albritton said. To learn more about the Women’s Chamber Foundation, or to donate to the scholarship program, call (561) 659-0285 or visit www.womenschamber.biz.

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Village Of Wellington Earns Top Honors For Budget From GFOA

The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) recently announced that the Village of Wellington has received the GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its budget for the 22nd consecutive year.

This award represents a significant achievement by the village. It reflects the commitment of council and staff to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. In order to receive the budget award, Wellington had to satisfy

nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation. These guidelines are designed to assess how well Wellington’s budget serves as a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide and a communications device.

AT&T PIONEERS DONATE SUPPLIES TO PALM BEACH SCHOOL FOR AUTISM The Palm Beach County AT&T Pioneers, a group of retired and current AT&T employees who donate time and money to local causes, recently delivered $500 worth of art supplies, including paint, construction paper, glue, paint brushes and more, to the Palm Beach School for Autism in Lake Worth. The school is a nonprofit, tuition-free public charter school serving children from preschool through 12th grade on the autism spectrum. The school is also looking for donations of Lego bricks for a summer camp project. Shown right are (L to R) Denise Caruso of AT&T Pioneers, Adriene Fern and Abby Girton of the Palm Beach School for Autism and Louise Zehnder of AT&T Pioneers.

Budget documents must be rated “proficient” in all four categories, and in the 14 mandatory criteria within those categories, to receive the award. This year’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award is the village’s 22nd continuously earned award, and the Wellington officials give special recognition to Budget & Reporting Director Christine Wadleigh and Budget Analyst Rubi Cabret for their significant contributions to the body of work that earned the honor.

There are more than 1,600 participants in the Budget Awards Program. The most recent award recipients, along with their corresponding budget documents, are posted quarterly on the GFOA’s web site. Award recipients have pioneered efforts to improve the quality of budgeting and provide an excellent example for other governments throughout North America. For more info., visit www.gfoa. org.

Susan Eyring Joins Copeland & Co. Real Estate

Susan Eyring has joined Copeland & Co. Real Estate in West Palm Beach as a Realtor Associate. Eyring is a third-generation Floridian, born and raised in Palm Beach Gardens. At Copeland & Co., she will be focused on residential real estate transactions in Lake Worth and Wellington. The independent real estate brokerage now has eight Realtor and broker associates after only 18 months since its founding. For more info., visit www.copelandcompany. com.

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The Eagle Arts Academy Charter School for the Arts is a free public charter school in Wellington that offers 40 minutes in the arts every day. Are you happy with your child’s education? Is your child engaged at his or her current school, or do they find school boring and are disconnected? Then maybe you should look into Eagle Arts. Outside of a competitive curriculum, Eagle Arts offers normal day classes in acting/drama, music, art, filmmaking/animation, TV production and PE/dance. Eagle Arts is now accepting new students for kindergarten through eighth grade. For more information, call (561) 459-8083 or visit www.eagleartsacademy.com. Education Place is a small, private Montessori school for students in grades one through 12. The school features a 12-month academic year, flexible scheduling, individualized instruction and an accredited curriculum. Many of the school’s students are now professional athletes or performers. Education Place has been serving the western communities since 2001 and is conveniently located in the original Wellington Mall at 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 23. Education Place is currently welcoming a limited number of new students for the summer and fall terms. For more information, call (561) 753-6563. The Huntington Learning Center, first in the industry, has a long track record of helping students achieve academic success and boost their confidence. Huntington is celebrating its 40-year anniversary helping students. Its mission to give every student the best education possible has been Huntington’s mantra since the beginning, and teachers love to see students realize “I can” when it comes to school success. Huntington’s Wellington Center, located at 2655 State Road 7 near Whole Foods Market, has helped hundreds of local students with academic achievements and college exam success. For more information, call (561) 594-1900. Current education, even “gifted” education, typically focuses on IQ. Current research shows that IQ only accounts for 20 percent of success in education, careers and life. On the other hand, Emotional Intelligence (EQ) accounts for 80 percent of success. The IDEAL School of Leadership fully develops IQ and EQ in every student. At IDEAL, students are taught to have a growth mindset with ultimate resiliency and mindfulness. IQ + EQ = The IDEAL Advantage. Find out more at www.learnideal. com or call (561) 791-2881. The Learning Foundation of Florida’s Private School accepts enrollment yearround. The program educates students in third grade through 12th grade and works closely with students that have a variety of exceptionalities, ranging from those taking regular and/or advanced education to those with individual education plans or 504 plans. TLFF also focuses on individual academic remediation and advancement. Each student’s curriculum is tailored to his or her needs while following the state education standards. TLFF gives students state accredited high school course credits that are accepted at colleges and universities nationwide. TLFF is located at 507 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. in Royal Palm Beach. For more info., call (561) 795-6886 or visit www.tlffinc.com. Mathnasium of West Palm Beach makes math make sense. Is your child struggling in math or advanced in math? Try a one-week free trial for first grade through 12th grade math help, homework help, PSAT or ACT test prep. Invest in your child’s future at Mathnasium at the low cost of $16 to $20 per hour. Mathnasium is pre-enrolling for summer and next school year. Mathnasium is currently offering a free assessment (a $100 value) and $50 off registration for 3-month and 6-month memberships. Registration is waived for 12-month enrollment (a $100 value). Call (561) 210-5088 or visit www.mathnasium.com/westpalmbeach. Mathnasium is located at 8993 Okeechobee Blvd., Suite 110, in West Palm Beach. Promotions are valid only at the West Palm Beach location. Movement Arts Dance Academy in Royal Palm Beach will hold four weeks of funfilled, themed summer camps this summer. Themes will include Big Hair/Don’t Care, My Dolly and Me/American Girl and Me, Belle of the Ball, Genies Divine and more. Morning and evening “mini camps” will be held for ages 3 to 5; full day camps will be held for ages 5 to 11; and intensives for more serious dancers ages

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9 and up. In addition, summer classes will be held for ages 2 and up. Call (561) 792-9757 for more information. The Renaissance Charter School name has become synonymous with high-quality education. In Palm Beach County, parents have six high-performing, tuition-free public charter school options from which to choose: Renaissance Charter Schools at Palms West, Wellington, Cypress, Central Palm, West Palm and Summit. All are currently accepting applications for the 2017-18 school year. Renaissance schools do not settle for the status quo. At its schools, students are expected to reach higher and achieve excellence. Visit www.palmbeachcharterschools.org for more information about all six schools and to apply online. Temple Beth Torah Preschool offers a quality educational foundation as the basis for future academic success. Temple Beth Torah’s Leonie Arguetty Preschool serves children two years old through pre-kindergarten. At Temple Beth Torah, your child will enjoy a variety of activities that will make them smile, while promoting learning and social development. Activities include reading and writing skills, computation skills, gymnastics, computers, foreign language, and art and music appreciation. The school also features a state-of-the-art playground. All of this is available in a secure, loving and nurturing environment. The program is a Gold Seal, NAEYC-accredited program with full-time and part-time options and is now enrolling for preschool 2017-18. VPK is also available. For more information, call Sandy at (561) 793-2649 or e-mail psdirector@templebethtorah.net. Village Music Wellington is a full-service music store currently located in the Wellington Green Square between the Fresh Market and Joey’s Outback. Village Music offers a comprehensive lesson program, as well as a full line of musical merchandise, including instruments, accessories and repairs. In 2014, Village Music received the prestigious Best New Music Dealer in the U.S. award from Sound & Music Retailer Magazine. As Wellington residents, owners Steve and Donna Willey support the music programs in Wellington schools through the provision of band instrument rentals and lessons for band students. Further services include summer music camps, early musical education for preschoolers and audition training for music school candidates. With nearly 2,000 square feet of retail store space and lesson rooms, and an expansive inventory, Village Music offers an inviting, family-oriented musical experience for customers. This summer, Village Music will be expanding to a 4,000-square-foot unit at 10410 W. Forest Hill Blvd., between Barnes & Noble and the Mall at Wellington Green. For more information, call (561) 798-5334 or visit www.villagemusicwellington.com. The Wellington Collegiate Academy is an independent, college-preparatory day school in Wellington currently serving grades 5 through 8. WCA offers the ability to accelerate learning and academic advancement for dedicated students in a positive, nurturing environment. The educational philosophy embraces cross-curricular ability grouping and mastery-based learning. WCA offers a broad curriculum and utilizes accredited, internationally recognized materials and innovative teaching methods customized to meet the needs of each student. The class schedule includes character education, physical education and professional instruction in music and art. At WCA, your child will be part of a select group of students taught by a team of professional, creative and highly qualified teachers. For more information, visit www.gowca.org. The Wilson Academy has been educating students in the community since 2006. The Wilson Academy offers a challenging home-school-based curriculum designed to each individual’s uniqueness and strengths in a small and safe classroom environment. Classes are instructed through a variety of methods ranging from individual to group activities. The Wilson Academy stresses teaching its students the importance of character development, focusing on the “three keys to success” — perseverance, dignity and integrity. The goal at the Wilson Academy is to produce educated young adults who will join society and make a difference. The academy serves grades three through 12 and is located at 590 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. in Royal Palm Beach. For more information, call (561) 333-2756.

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SRHS Grad Michael Fontecchio Headed To Ohio Northern

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report Seminole Ridge High School graduate Michael Fontecchio recently signed to play football at Ohio Northern University. The standout lineman played all four years with the Hawks during his high school career, with three of those years on the varsity squad. Fontecchio selected Ohio Northern over several other schools because he was immediately taken by its civil engineering program. “My main decision was academics, but they actually have a pretty good football team as well,” Fontecchio explained. “It was a perfect fit for me.” The Polar Bears have had recent

success in the Ohio Athletic Conference NCAA Division III, being nationally ranked in 2015 and making the second round of the playoffs in the 2015 postseason. Seminole Ridge offers a construction program where students can study the various facets of the construction industry, and Fontecchio was heavily involved in the program. “I always liked building things,” he said. Fontecchio said his visit to the school confirmed his decision after talking with their coaches at a college fair. “I was always interested in playing in college,” he said. “It wasn’t until I had college coaches come talk to me that I realized I could play.”

Early in his career, Fontecchio played linebacker, but as the 5-foot-10, 245-pounder gained muscle and size through rigorous weight training, he then moved to the offensive and defensive line, where he thrived. The trenches are where games are won and lost, and the Hawks have demonstrated that each season. Fontecchio was a dual-sport athlete, also competing on the weightlifting team, where he was a part of the team’s three-year run as district champions, and qualified for the state tournament in his senior year. He will be the first to tell you that weight training at Seminole Ridge is taken seriously, and he attributes much of his success to it over the

SRHS Hawks lineman Michael Fontecchio blocks a Royal Palm Beach defensive pass rush.

years. “You have to work hard in the weight room and in academics,” he explained. In addition to his success in the weight room, Fontecchio was honored as a Town-Crier all-area selection. He was a big part of the Seminole Ridge success on offense, paving the way for the running game. His success on the field is equivalent to his success off the field. In the

classroom, he managed a 3.4 GPA and a 3.8 HPA and was a member of the National Honor Society. Countless hours of volunteering around the community for various functions were also a passion for Fontecchio. On top of that, he was involved in the Boy Scouts for nearly 10 years, where he recently received his Eagle Scout award. When Fontecchio reflects on See FONTECCHIO, page 33

Seminole Ridge High School football standout Michael Fontecchio is headed to Ohio Northern University. PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

Wellington Golf Writer Headed To England For Links Tour

If you write about it, they will come. That’s the attitude that Wellington-based golf writer Mike May is taking as he prepares to travel to England this month to play golf on the Atlantic Links, a group of six championship links courses at five golf clubs located in the southwest of England. The six championship links are Trevose and St. Enodoc in Cornwall; Royal North Devon, Saunton East and Saunton West in Devon; and Burnham & Berrow in Somerset. These six courses, clustered along the northern coast of the southwest

of England, overlook the North Atlantic Ocean. May’s trip through the Atlantic Links begins on Friday, June 16, where he has a tee time at Burnham & Berrow. May will conclude his first day by spending the night on the premises of Burnham & Berrow in the Dormy House. This structure, a one-minute walk from Burnham & Berrow’s first tee, can house eight people in four twin-bedded rooms. “It is a simple and convenient place to stay when playing this championship links course,” said Karen Drake, managing secretary

at Burnham & Berrow. “Those who stay in the Dormy House have the chance to get fully immersed in the Burnham & Berrow experience.” May’s next round of golf will be over the championship links designed by the great Harry Colt at the Trevose Golf & Country Club near Padstow, Cornwall on Monday, June 19. That evening, he will stay at Trevose in one of the top-rated self-catering apartments or lodges that are located on-site. The following day, June 20, May will drive north into Devon, where he will play a round at Royal North

Devon. That evening, he will spend the night at the Saunton Sands Hotel, which is adjacent to the club and overlooks a sandy beach that stretches for miles. On Wednesday, June 21, May will remain in Devon and play 36 holes at Saunton East and Saunton West. After that day, he will enjoy fish and chips for dinner at Squire’s Fish Restaurant in nearby Braunton. This restaurant is considered by many to be the top fish and chips restaurant in North Devon. He will conclude his journey along the Atlantic Links by playing 18 holes at St. Enodoc,

a James Braid layout, located in Rock in north Cornwall, on Monday, June 26. “We are pleased to host Mike on this editorial tour through the Atlantic Links,” Atlantic Links’ Helen Heady said. “Mike’s proven qualities as a writer and his passion for golf are why we are delighted to have him as a guest at our courses this June.” Another benefit to playing the Atlantic Links is that there are many non-golf sightseeing venues in the area, such as Stonehenge; the See GOLF TOUR, page 33

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Wellington Wrestlers Win Going For The Gold Event At Forest Hill High

The Wellington Wrestling club brought home the team championship banner from the Going for the Gold event held this month at Forest Hill High School. It was the second-straight year that Wellington won the tournament, which included 25 club teams from around the state. The club had 15 wrestlers in place positions. Among them were ninth-grader Tony Widrig, who knocked off a state qualifier en route to his first-place finish, and first-grader Samuel Honzik, who finished 4-0 in his first individual tournament. First-place winners: Anthony Gray (6U, 45 pounds),

Samuel Honzik (8U, 55 pounds), Nikolas Gray (8U, 70 pounds), Mason Powell (14U, 220 pounds), Tony Widrig (Varsity, 120 pounds), Hunter Llano (Varsity, 152 pounds), Eric Saber (Varsity, 182 pounds) and Kyven Higgins (Varsity, 285 pounds). Second-place winners: Sam Marvel (12U, 80 pounds), James Marvel (14U, 105 pounds), Nico Strada (Junior Varsity, 136 pounds), Robert Saldarriaga (Varsity, 132 pounds) and Anthony Strada (Varsity, 170 pounds). Third-place winners: Tucker Gray (6U, 55 pounds), Alex Zepeda (Varsity, 195 pounds) and Jake Pilat, (Varsity 170 pounds).

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continued from page 31 remains of the Roman baths in Bath; one-of-a-kind seaside villages such as Clovelly in Devon; and countless coastal communities in Cornwall. “For years, golfers from around the world have been flying to Great Britain, where they have made a beeline for Scotland to play courses like St. Andrews, Turnberry, Royal Dornoch, Carnoustie, Gleneagles and others,” May said. “Now, with my stories about the Atlantic Links, I’m focused on educating golfers about the great golfing opportunities in the southwest of England.

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In Cornwall, Devon and Somerset, the weather is better, the cost of golf is affordable, the quality of the championship links golf courses is as good, tee times are more accessible throughout the year and it’s a shorter commute to the courses from London.” In many respects, this golf expedition to the southwest of England is a homecoming of sorts for May, who lived for four years in the late 1970s/ early 1980s with his family in St. Ives, which is in western Cornwall. While in England, May graduated from high school at the Truro School in Truro, Cornwall in 1981. He then returned to the United States to attend the University of Florida, which he graduated from in 1985. At the end of his journey along the

Atlantic Links, May plans to return to his former hometown of St. Ives, where he will play once again at the West Cornwall Golf Club, which is the oldest golf club in the county of Cornwall and arguably one of the most scenic golf courses in the United Kingdom, with views of the beautiful St. Ives Bay from 16 of its 18 fairways. He also plans to play the Perranporth Golf Club in Cornwall, a links course designed by James Braid, as well as the nine-hole Isles of Scilly Golf Club on the island of St. Mary’s in the Isles of Scilly, which is roughly 30 miles off the southwest coast of Cornwall. To learn more about the Atlantic Links, visit www.atlantic-links. co.uk.

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continued from page 31 his high school football career, he recalls two rival game memories. “I would have to say defeating Wellington on their own field was a big deal, and winning back the cup over Royal Palm Beach, because it was on TV,” Fontecchio said. “Playing at the Disney stadium against Sulphur Springs, Texas, was also a big deal, because we were playing in Orlando and in a different stadium.” Fontecchio attributes many of his opportunities to head coach James Parson. “He is one of my

favorite coaches,” he said. “He is close with the players and was fair to everyone.” Assistant coach Jalani Lord was also high on Fontecchio’s list. “His coaching helped me and it was effective, and I appreciate that,” he said. Without question, Fontecchio is a well-rounded student-athlete who has found a balance between athletics and academics in efforts to pursue his dream of playing football in the cold climate of Ohio. “Watching the NFL games in the snow is something I always wanted to do growing up in Florida,” he said. “Now I can do that.” To follow Fontecchio in the fall with the Polar Bears, visit www. onusports.com.

thing. It’s just water, but because it’s infused with extra hydrogen, the molecular structure is changed,” she said. “A lot of people are skeptical until they try it. I tell them to look at the before and after photos of my horse. You wouldn’t recognize him.” Drew noted that many sport horses and top show horses get FEW because it helps hydrate them better, so tired muscles recover faster, improving stamina. She said it can also help boost the immune system and aid in treating hoof conditions like lamini-

tis. “I use it for everything,” she said. “I drink it, clean tack with it, you name it. I feel and look better, it has even lessened my arthritis. And, it’s just water. Nothing toxic. Nothing harmful. What’s not to like?” Brad Gaver of Pure Thoughts Horse Rescue used FEW as drinking water for his horses and dogs for a while. “It was super-filtered, and they liked it,” he said. “I liked the idea of it, but I didn’t notice any changes.” Lelsie Butzer, owner of Ponies and Palms, had a unit installed. “I

love it,” she said. “I use it with my special show ponies to keep them extra hydrated. It’s really amazing. I’ve seen a huge difference. They can definitely do their jobs better. I’d recommend it to anyone.” Hearing all these claims, I had to try it, and the perfect opportunity arose. One of my mares has chronic lameness issues, frequently developing abscesses. Sure enough, a week or two after I spoke with Paul, she came hobbling up to the stall. Paul kindly gave me some FEW. I soaked her in it twice. And

that was it. Two days later, she was sound again. Now I’m using it on a chronic wound on one of my dog’s ears. That one is taking longer, but she likes getting sprayed a few times each day, and the wound is slowly improving. “You won’t believe it until you try it,” Paul said. “You have to use it and drink it, and then the benefits become clear. People, animals — it’s great for everyone and all sorts of ailments.” For more information, call Paul Seaver at (561) 693-9015.

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Saturday, June 17 • The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in Okeeheelee Park (7500 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, June 17 at 7:30 a.m. Call Margaret at (561) 324-3543 for more info. • The Palm Beach County Thrift Store (2455 Vista Parkway) will hold its monthly sale on Saturday, June 17 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more info., visit www.pbcgov.com. • There will be a free Python Patrol workshop at the Okeeheelee Nature Center on Saturday, June 17 at 10 a.m. for adults. Python Patrol will teach adults how to identify Burmese pythons, report sightings, and possibly capture and remove the snakes. RSVP for the workshop at www. myfwc.com. Call (561) 233-1400 for more info. • The GFWC Greater West Palm Beach Women’s Club will host its “Flags, Fathers & Fashions” annual brunch and fashion show on Saturday, June 17 at 10 a.m. at the Atlantis Country Club (190 Atlantis Blvd.). Tickets can be obtained from club members, or by calling Phyllis Gauger at (561) 386-9494. For more info., visit www.gfwc-wpbwomensclub.org. • The Palm Beach County 4H group Heavenly Horses will host two Goat Yoga sessions at Eden’s Edge Show Stables (3548 162nd Drive N., Loxahatchee) on Saturday, June 17 and Saturday, June 24 at 10 a.m. to help raise funds for the group. For more info., visit www.eventbrite. com and search “Goat Yoga Fundraiser for 4H.” • CAFCI will hold a Fun Family Day on Saturday, June 17 from 11 a.m. to sundown at the Okeeheelee Park Micanopy Pavilion. Family and friends are all invited for a day filled with dominoes, Scrabble, Ludo, a bake sale, music, kids games and bounce houses. Bring chairs and tables. No personal food baskets are allowed. For more info., contact Millie Hampton at (561) 307-2612, Lawrence Logan at (561) 791-0162, Percival Woods at (561) 596-7768 or Alvin Nembhard at (561) 670-8113. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Ocean Commotion for ages 2 to 6 on Saturday, June 17 at 11 a.m. Swim on over for stories, songs and a craft featuring ocean friends. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • A special Father’s Day Storytime will take place at the Barnes & Noble store in Wellington on Saturday, June 17 at 11 a.m. featuring When Dads Don’t Grow Up. For more info., call (561) 792-1292. • A celebrity golf charity event for Forgotten Mom will be held on Saturday, June 17 at 11 a.m. at Wellington National Golf Club to establish a funding resource for scholarship work with families while building a platform for the expanding treatment of underserved population of mothers struggling with addiction and mental illness. For more info., visit www.golfclassic. forgottenmom.com. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, June 17 at 2 p.m. Experi-

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ence a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Bedazzle Me Beading & Crafting for ages 7 to 11 on Saturday, June 17 at 2:30 p.m. Get creative and design unique sets of jewelry, crafts and works of art using a variety of multi-colored beads. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Crafternoon: Painted Bottle Vases for ages 14 and up on Saturday, June 17 at 3 p.m. Upcycle empty wine and spirit bottles into pretty painted vases. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. Sunday, June 18 • The Mounts Botanical Garden will host its annual Tropical Fruit Festival on Sunday, June 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with tropical fruit tastings, live music, food and cooking demonstrations, ice cream and smoothies, tropic-themed Corvettes, a fun zone for kids, and a beer and wine garden featuring tropical fruit infused teas, lemonades and wine. Visit at www.mounts.org for more info. Monday, June 19 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Getting Started With Ancestry Library Edition for adults on Monday, June 19 at 2 p.m. Learn how to access and navigate one of the most popular online resources for researching your family tree. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Flower Power for ages 7 to 12 on Monday, June 19 at 3 p.m. Show your creative side by designing a colorful summer bouquet. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Meet the Author: Mary V. Dearborn on Monday, June 19 at 6:30 p.m. Acclaimed biographer Mary V. Dearborn will discuss Ernest Hemingway: A Biography, her richly detailed account of the legendary author. Call (561) 7906070 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Pizza Book/Movie Chat: Everything, Everything for ages 14 and up on Monday, June 19 at 6:30 p.m. Grab a copy of Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon. Read it, or watch the movie, and be ready to share your thoughts. Enjoy pizza during the discussion. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. Tuesday, June 20 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Art for Adults: Watercolor Basics for ages 16 and up on Tuesday, June 20 at 2 p.m. Whether you want to explore bold colors like Van Gogh, or capture the beauty and fluidity of nature like Georgia O’Keeffe, every artist has to start somewhere. Learn the basics of one of the most beautiful and versatile mediums in art. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Paper Airplane Contest for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, June 20 at 2:30 p.m. Create your own paper airplane and compete to see how far your airplane can go. Call (561) 790-6070 For more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Minecraft: Where Are the Mobs?” for ages 7 and up on Tuesday, June 20 at 2:30 p.m. Meet up with your friends and play Minecraft Pocket Edition on the library’s iPads. Participants can bring in their own device. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Creative Crafts Day for all ages on Tuesday, June 20 at 1:30 or 2:45 p.m. Make a mosaic, draw a doodle, try some splatter art, create a beaded bracelet or try one of other arts and crafts activities. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host DIY Spa Stuff for ages 12 and up on Tuesday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m. Create bath bombs, soap and lotion customized with a smell and look just for you. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. Wednesday, June 21 • The Palm Beach County Health Care District luncheon will be held Wednesday, June 21 at 11 a.m. at the Atlantis Country Club (190 Atlantis Blvd.). The guest speaker will be Rick Roche, chief administrative officer at Lakeside Medical Center. To register, visit www.lwvpbc.org or call Estelle Friedman at (561) 968-4123. • The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will host Mayor Anne Gerwig’s State of the Village Address on Wednesday, June 21 at 11:30 a.m. at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. Visit www.wellingtonchamber.com for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Lego Bricks for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, June 21 at 2 p.m. Build, imagine and create using Lego bricks. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Move and Groove With Mr. Alex for ages 4 to 6 on Wednesday, June 21 at 2:30 p.m. Reach, stretch, bounce, dance and learn a fun gymnastics skill. Children are required to wear sneakers or closed-toed shoes. Parents/ caregivers must be present. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Musical Toddlers & Tykes for children under 4 on Wednesday, June 21 at 3 p.m. Join in a jam session with favorites and lots of musical instruments. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Western Business Alliance will hold a Business After Hours Event at the MarBar Grille at the Madison Green Country Club on Wednesday, June 21 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.thewesternbusinessalliance.com. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Weird Trivia for ages 12 and up on Wednesday, June 21 at 6 p.m. Does your knowledge of trivia leave your family and friends in awe? Join a team and see who wins. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Disney & Cartoon Trivia for all ages on Wednesday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a snack and a few rounds of trivia to test your knowledge with questions designed for kids, teens and adults. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Writers Reading Open Mic for ages 18 and up on Wednesday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m. Writers are invited to share their work in this open mic event, or come just to listen. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • Shulamit Hadassah will play Bingo on Wednesday, June 21 at 7 p.m. at PBCFR Station 30 (9910 Stribling Way, Wellington). Proceeds will go toward a new visual arts center at Camp Judea. Call Helene at (561) 512-3172 or e-mail coolmama18@hotmail.com for more info. Thursday, June 22 • The Palm Beach County Planning Congress will host “Planning Challenges 2017: Climate

The Town-Crier Change, Sea Level Rise & Practical Resiliency” on Thursday, June 22 from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). For more info., visit www. pbcplanningcongress.org. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Coloring for Adults for ages 16 and up on Thursday, June 22 at 2 p.m. Spring is here and vacation is calling. Give color to the most sought after vacation destinations. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host its RPB Kids Coloring Club for ages 2 and up on Thursday, June 22 at 2:30 p.m. Children are invited to enjoy a relaxing hour of coloring. Drop in and color your favorite characters, designs and more. Worksheets and coloring sheets will be provided. Call (561) 7906030 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Origami for Beginners for ages 8 to 12 on Thursday, June 22 at 2:30 p.m. Learn to master the art of origami in this introductory class. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host its Cookie Book Club for ages 8 to 12 on Thursday, June 22 at 4 p.m. Grab a copy of the book Fortunately, The Milk by Neil Gaiman. Come ready to eat cookies and share your thoughts about the book. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • Wellington will host a Food Truck Invasion at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Thursday, June 22 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. with a free concert by the Flyers at 6:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov. Friday, June 23 • The West Palm Beach Boat Show will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds from Friday, June 23 through Sunday, June 25. For more info., visit www.southflaboatshow.com. • Emory Entertainment will present Men are From Mars, Women Are From Venus from Friday, June 23 through Sunday, June 25 in the Marshall E. Rinker Sr. Playhouse at the Kravis Center. For more information, visit www.kravis.org. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host a Lego Challenge for ages 7 to 12 on Friday, June 23 at 2:30 p.m. Work by yourself or as a team to bring Lego building challenges to life. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Let’s Play: Gaming for ages 12 to 17 on Friday, June 23 at 3 p.m. Enjoy snacks, PS4 multiplayer games, and unusual new card and board games with friends. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free screening of the movie The Wild Life on Friday, June 23 at 8:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info. Saturday, June 24 • A free nature walk will take place Saturday, June 24 at 10:30 a.m. at the Okeeheelee Nature Center. Learn about the pine flatwoods forest and the plants and animals that live there. For more information, call (561) 233-1400. • The Barnes & Noble store in Wellington will host a special storytime featuring The Rainbow Fish on Saturday, June 24 at 11 a.m. For more info., call (561) 792-1292. • The Palms West Amateur Radio Club will host its annual ARRL Field Day at the Micanopy Pavilion in Okeeheelee Park from 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 24 until 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 25. This is a major amateur radio communications test by 35,000 operators in the United States and Canada. For more info., call John Samuels at (561) 799-3065. • The Kravis Center will feature Diana Ross: In the Name of Love Tour, with special guest Rhonda Ross, in the Alexander W. Dreyfoos Jr. Concert Hall on Saturday, June 24 at 8 p.m. For more info., visit www.kravis.org. Send calendar items to: The Town-Crier, 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 33, Wellington, FL 33414 or e-mail news@gotowncrier.com.

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EMPLOYMENT WANTED HOME HEALTH AIDE AVAILABLE — Experienced Home Health Aide seeks new position. Flexible hours, full time or part time, day or night. I am a Licensed CNA who has worked as a home health aide and also as a nanny. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly at home. Price negotiable, references provided upon request. Call Pat at (561) 294-1423. SEEKING POSITION: Companion to elderly person, non-medical position, college educated. Please call 561-324-5807 I CARE! — Dedicated French American lady available as companion, personal assistant, homemaker, gourmet cook & nutritionist. CNA/HHA. Level II background check on file with AHCA. Decade of experience. Excellent references Juliette 310-666-3220

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SPACIOUS LIVING IN SPANISH STYLE COURTYARD HOUSE ON CUL-DE-SAC — in prestigious Wycliffe Golf & Country Club. Split bedroom floor plan, 4 bd. 4 ba. overlooking courtyard/pool with view of lake/ golf course. $425,000.00 Sold as is. Seller motivated. Wendy G. Perlman 561-818-3398 wgperlman@gmail.com

JOHN C. HUNTON AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION, INC.—Service & new installation FPL independent participating contractor. Lic. CAC 057272 Ins. “We are proud supporters of the Seminole Ridge Hawks” 561-798-3225. Family Owned & Operated since 1996. Credit Cards Accepted

NEIL O’NEAL JR. ROOFING — Roofing & Reroofing. Family owned and operated. Residential/Commercial. Wood Replacement, Roof Coatings, Solar Vents, Skylights & Roof Ventilation. 561-656-4945 Lic. & Insured CCC1330208.Free Estimates

AQUATIC SPRINKLER, LLC — Complete repair of all types of systems. Owner Operated. Michael 561-964-6004Lic.#U17871 Bonded & Ins. Serving the Western Communities Since 1990

HOUSE FOR SALE — Centrally located Lake Wellington waterfront pool home on a lot and a half in gated community. Features 3 bed split plan, 3.5 baths, and 3 car garage with additional workshop space. Great room with 20ft cathedral ceiling and large open loft. 2 zone a/c, oversized outdoor screened area with dual level decks, covered lanai room for outdoor entertaining plus your own dock w/electric. This light and bright home has a private courtyard as well as a large backyard . Call for easy showing Steven Gordon of Bowen Realty. 561-251-5291. Priced to sell at $489,995.

LOT FOR SALE - ACREAGE/LOXAHATCHEE ACREAGE/LOXAHATCHEE LOT — Conveniently located. Third lot from a paved road. $74,444. Halina Sledz, Broker Ameron Realty. Call 561-383-6194

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT FOR RENT - WELLINGTON NEWLY RENOVATED BEDROOM & BATH — for rent includes all utilities, $650 per month, 1st & security. Washer/Dryer & use of kitchen. Preferred female, Non-Smoker. 561-951-2182

AUTO BODY REPAIR JOHNNY V'S MOBILE SCRATCH & DENT REPAIR — 561-252-8295 Residential & Commercial Fixmypaint.com

SCREENING JOHN’S SCREEN REPAIR SERVICE — Pool & patio re-screening. Stay tight,wrinkle-free,guaranteed! CRC1329708 call us 798-3132. www.poolscreenrepair.com

TREE SERVICE TREES TRIMMED AND REMOVED — 561-798-0412 D.M. YOUNG TREE SERVICE. Family Owned & Operated Lic. & Insured 1992-12121 Visit our website at dmyoungtreeservice.com

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WE CLEAN OFFICES & PRIVATE HOMES — Licensed & Insured. Call for an estimate and to schedule your apartment. Discount for Central Palm Beach County Chamber members and to all new clients for first cleaning. 561-385-8243 Lic. #2012-25277

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DANNY'S SEPTIC — Commercial/Residential. Drainfields, Lift Stations, Grease Trap Pumping, Drain Cleaning. Licensed/Insured. SA0031137 SR0111696. 561-689-1555

PAPERHANGING BY DEBI — Professional Installation,Removal. Repair of Paper. Neat, Clean & Reliable. Quality work with a woman’s touch. 30 years experience. No Job too big or too small. Lic. & Ins. References available. 561-795-5263

CLEANING LADY — I can help get your house cleaner than ever! Try me once and you will not be disappointed! 561-657-0420 Patrycja

SECURITY — American owned local security company in business 30 plus years. Protection by officers drug tested. 40 hour course. Licensed & Insured. 561-848-2600

IDEAL CLEANING — House and Office cleaning services call Chris at (561) 598-4113

DRIVEWAY REPAIR D R I V E W AY S — F r e e e s t i m a t e s A & M ASPHALT SEAL COATING commercial and residential. Patching potholes, striping, repair existing asphalt & save money all work guaranteed. Li c.& Ins. 100045062 561-667-7716

HOME IMPROVEMENTS ANMAR CO.— James’ All Around Handyman Service. Excellent craftsman Old time values. Once you’ve had me! You’ll have me back! Lic. Ins. Certified Residential Contractor CRC1327426 561-248-8528

LIGHTING THOMAS McDEVITT ELECTRIC INC.— Commercial /Residential. We install our own products. Light bulbs • Lighting Fixtures • Speciality Bulbs • Recessed Lighting • Ballast Replacement • Landscape Lights. 561-503-7290 Lic. #EC13007161

LOCKSHOP & SECURITY CENTER CK'S LOCKSHOP & SECURITY CENTER.— Since 1960. Keys - Locks-Safes-Decorative/ Commercial Hardware-Access Control Systems-Card & Key Fobs -Medco. High Security Locks-Alarms/Monitoring/Surveillance Camera Systems 561-732-9418

PAINTING J&B PRESSURE CLEANING & PAINTING, INC. — Established 1984. All types of pressure cleaning, roofs, houses, driveways, patios etc. Commercial & Residential. Interior & Exterior painting. Certified -pressure cleaning & painting contractor. Lic. #U21552 Call Butch 309-6975 or visit our website at www.jbpressurecleaningandpainting.com JOHN PERGOLIZZI PAINTING INC. — Interior/Exterior - Repaint specialist, pressure cleaning, popcorn ceiling, drywall repair & roof painting. Family owned/owner operator. Free Est. 798-4964 Lic. #U18473 COLORS BY CORO, INC. — Int./Ext. Residential painting, over 20 yrs exp. Small Jobs welcome. Free est. Ins. 561-578-2873. Owner/Operated. Lic.# U20627 Ins. Wellington Resident

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CAESAR SALAD, HOUSE SALAD, PASTA FAGIOLI, OR MINESTRONE ENTRÉES (SELECT ONE) Eggplant Parmigiana with pasta Pork Chop Milanese with pasta Eggplant Rollatini with pasta Shrimp Parmigiana over pasta Chicken Parmigiana with pasta Shrimp Marinara over pasta Chicken Francese with pasta Zuppa di Mussels over pasta Chicken Marsala with pasta Sole with broccoli or potatoes Veal Parmigiana with pasta Tilapia with Broccoli or Potatoes

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