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The Wellington Village Council thanked former Vice Mayor John Greene last week for his four years of service on the council. He was honored as an advocate for education, crime prevention, fiscal responsibility, job creation and greater transparency in government. Page 7

Grandmaster Gustavo Pope-Guerriero Receives Eighth-Degree Black Belt

Grandmaster Gustavo PopeGuerriero of Xtreme Tae Kwon Do was promoted to the rank of eighth-degree black belt on Saturday, May 14 at Ultima Fitness in Wellington. The presenter was Grandmaster Patrick Petitjean, a ninth-degree black belt. Pope-Guerriero achieved the rank after years of training and instruction in martial arts. Page 7

Honor Flight Veterans Return Home To A Patriotic Welcome

Southeast Florida Honor Flight brought 20 World War II veterans and 61 Korean War veterans to Washington, D.C., on Saturday, May 14. They returned to Palm Beach International Airport after a long day visiting memorials. This marked the first trip where there were more Korean War veterans than World War II Veterans. Page 17

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The second annual Bubbles & Bouquets, to benefit Petals With Purpose, was held Sunday, May 15 at the Binks Forest Golf Club. Five couples competed in a floral arranging contest with flowers from Wellington Florist after guests enjoyed a brunch by Aaron’s Catering of the Palm Beaches and desserts by Tami’s Tasti Treats. Shown here are Petals With Purpose board members Liz Mabry, Steve Halbrook, Brittany Agro, Ryan Smallwood and Kimberly Loux. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 19 PHOTO BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

ALA Handing Over Acreage Incorporation Effort To PAC

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Acreage Landowners’ Association has conducted a series of meetings for residents who might be interested in supporting an incorporation effort for the community. The final meeting will be a presentation by Florida League of Cities Director of Membership Development Lynn Tipton on Tuesday, June 14 at 7 p.m. at the Indian Trail Improvement District office. That will be the last presentation put together by the ALA, but a new political action committee to move an incorporation effort forward, Preserve the Lifestyle of the Acreage Now (PLAN), has formed. That group will meet for the first time on Wednesday, May 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Acreage library. ALA President Lillian Hall said

members have become concerned about the effectiveness of the current agreement with Palm Beach County called the Neighborhood Plan, and are taking advantage of a clause in the plan that refers to annexation or incorporation. “It talks about incorporation or annexation and letting [residents] decide if and when they want to do something about it,” Hall said. “And with all the development that’s occurring, we thought now would be a good time to bring it up and see if residents are interested in doing either of those things.” The ALA has hosted several speakers, including Loxahatchee Groves Councilman Ron Jarriel, a former opponent of incorporation who now serves in municipal government; a speaker from the county on annexation; a county code enforcement official; and County Engineer George Webb,

who spoke on anticipated traffic issues due to new development. “We invited Lynn Tipton down from Orlando, who will be giving us unbiased information about the pros, cons and process of incorporation,” Hall said. Since annexation was mentioned in the Neighborhood Plan as an option, the ALA had a person from the county talk about the process of voluntary and involuntary annexation. “We were a little concerned that perhaps we would be annexed by Minto,” she said. “It was quite a relief to learn that they can’t do it.” The ALA had Jarriel speak on incorporation at its February meeting. “He had opposed incorporation for Loxahatchee Groves, and now he’s a staunch advocate, so we thought that he could provide both See PLAN PAC, page 18

Wellington Foundation Aims To Help Residents In Need By Jason Stromberg Town-Crier Staff Report The newly revitalized Wellington Community Foundation will hold its first fundraising event on Thursday, June 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Wellington home of Dr. Edward and Maria Becker. It is an event that will open a new chapter in the history of the nonprofit organization, currently chaired by former Wellington Mayor Tom Wenham. Created in 2009, the Wellington Community Foundation was originally envisioned as a nonprofit community service arm of the Village of Wellington, led by the Wellington Village Council. However, new rules have since been put in place that forbid elected officials from raising money through such an entity. After years of discussion, the foundation was handed over to a community-run board last year. Since then, Wenham has been working with attorney Mickey Smith, secretary of the foundation, to expand the nonprofit’s board and develop its mission.

“From my perspective, the foundation would have died without Tom Wenham’s leadership,” Smith said. “His relentless desire to give back to the Village of Wellington inspired me to help him.” With a new board coming together, Wenham sees bright days on the horizon. “I’m very pleased with the

positive spirit of the board of directors,” Wenham said. “I’m so proud to be a part of this wonderful group.” Joining the board in recent months are treasurer Maria Becker, Wellington Regional Medical Center CEO Robbin Lee, TownCrier Publisher Barry Manning, See FOUNDATION, page 4

Wellington Community Foundation — Board members include: (front row) Mickey Smith, Karen Cavanagh, Robbin Lee and Barry Manning; and (back row) Tom Wenham, Maria Becker, Maggie Zeller and Jim Sackett. Not shown: Ken Adams. PHOTO BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

WHS Fire Academy Graduates First Class Of Cadets By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report Wellington High School’s Fire Science Academy held its first graduation ceremony on Friday, May 13, honoring seven pioneering students leading the way for many more to follow. “Welcome to the first of what we know will be many annual events of this nature,” WHS Principal Mario Crocetti said. “It seems like just three months ago, but it has really been three-and-a-half years, that Jim Marshall and I were discussing the idea of bringing a fire science academy to Wellington High School. Once we made that decision, it was Jim who ran with it.” Crocetti thanked Palm Beach State College and the School District of Palm Beach County for their support, partnership

and encouragement. “We’ve had amazing instructors for our students, and all the cadets will agree to that,” he said. PBSC instructors typically work with post-high school students, but shifted gears to work with those just entering high school, Crocetti said, extending his thanks to the entire fire-rescue community in Palm Beach County. “Thank you for taking a chance on us,” he said. “This was absolutely new three years ago — untested. It had never been done in Palm Beach County before, and you put your faith in us. And I hope we’ve delivered.” Marshall presented the first graduating class, which was led in by the Palm Beach County FireRescue Pipes & Drums before the Pledge of Allegiance. “I’m an educator who came into See FIRE GRADS, page 18

CHAMBER BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARDS

The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Business of the Year Awards on Saturday, May 14 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington. Shown here, master of ceremonies John Carter of Minto Communities and Chamber Chairman Thomas Bean of FPL honor Carol O’Neil of CEO Financial Services as Chamber MVP of the Year. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 9 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Local Observances On Memorial Day In Wellington, RPB By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report This year, Memorial Day will be observed on Monday, May 30. Observances honoring those who paid the ultimate sacrifice will be held in both Wellington and Royal Palm Beach. Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day began in the years following the Civil War, honoring those who died in that conflict, and later all the wars that followed. Sgt. Tomas Coles-Reyes, an Air Force Vietnam veteran, was discharged in 1972. He had been drafted in 1970 and took the exam necessary to be in the U.S. Air Force. “When I came home, there was nothing put in place for any of us,” recalled Coles-Reyes, a guest speaker at this year’s observance

in Royal Palm Beach. “I was an orphan when I went into the military… I left with nothing, and I came back with nothing.” Homeless for two years upon returning, Coles-Reyes went to college for a degree in social work, and he has spent more than 30 years working with veterans and their families. He became involved with veterans’ organizations, including with the Stand Down House, when he moved to Florida. In 2010, he started Vets Place Inc. (www.vetsplacewpbfl.org) in West Palm Beach. He also works with the Palm Beach County Veterans Coalition. “For the last five years, I’ve been on a committee to bury homeless veterans,” Coles-Reyes said. “Most of the time, I am by See MEMORIAL, page 4

Wellington Landings Program Puts Focus On Tech

Choice Coordinator Michael Samarel and Principal Blake Bennett in one of the technology classrooms.

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By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report When Wellington Landings Middle School Principal Blake Bennett noticed that many of her students were not as technologically savvy as others, and with technology skills becoming in ever-higher demand, she sought a way to help. The result? The school’s PreBusiness Information Technology choice program. Several years ago, after her first year on the job, Bennett noted that the school did not have any choice programs. She started looking into pre-business programs, realizing that all of her students must learn how to keyboard, since all of their assessments are computer-based. “I wanted to make sure that we

can measure what the children know, not how fast they can type,” she explained. Many of the literacy standards also encompass multimedia approaches, where students need to know how to present, speak, listen and do so in a multimedia approach for the Florida State Standards for literacy. “I need to make sure I’m on top of that. Not only can my kids type, they need to know how to use Word. They need to know how to use Excel. They need to know how to use Publisher and PowerPoint, because otherwise they’re going to be thwarted in being able to do all of these multimedia approaches to the speaking, listening and presenting parts of the literacy standards,” she said.

Bennett explored what would align with high school programs and noticed that many of her students participate in marketing programs in high school. To benefit them in the future, the Information Technology choice program was born. In sixth grade, students spend half the year learning keyboarding, then learn various Microsoft programs in the Keyboarding and Computer Applications class. In seventh grade, the students focus more on applications. New for the 2016-17 school year, seventh-graders will also have the opportunity to earn an industry certification. In eighth grade, a high school credit course is offered in which students take See IT ACADEMY, page 4

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Lacouture, Refowich To Lead P.B. Central’s Graduating Class

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report Palm Beach Central High School will hold its graduation ceremony at the South Florida Fairgrounds at 8 a.m. on Thursday, May 26. Leading the way for the Class of 2016 will be valedictorian Marie Chantal Lacouture and salutatorian Alexander Refowich. Lacouture dedicated a great deal of time and effort to procure her place at the top. When Principal Darren Edgecomb called both Lacouture and Refowich out of class to tell them the news, it was an important moment for them both. “It feels like the best reward that you can get for all the hard work you put in — the ultimate reward,” Lacouture said. “I was really happy and relieved, because I wasn’t sure if I was going to get it.” She was pulled from her calculus class to hear she was first among her peers, and quickly shared the news. “I texted my family, my parents and my two sisters,” Lacouture said. “They were sending so many messages, they were so happy and excited.” Part Colombian, French and

Japanese, Lacouture is drawn to different cultures and history. She speaks Spanish fluently and has taken French classes for four years. With a 3.9 GPA and 5.3 HPA, she will be attending the University of Notre Dame to study finance and history. “I’m excited for college,” she said. “I love history and always have. It’s fascinating to me. Finance: I like the simplicity and structure in math, so I wanted to do a combination of both.” Afterward, she is considering law school. Some of Lacouture’s fondest memories and top accomplishments in high school revolve around a Pine Jog Environmental Fellowship Program project. “With the help of my partner, we converted the school’s retention pond into an urban wetland,” she said, explaining that they organized a crew of 16 and had more than 2,000 plants donated. Lacouture’s graduation speech is written, and she is able to reflect on how she made it to the head of the class, and what advice she would give others. “I think it’s all about hard work and focus. It’s trying your best,”

she said. “If you’re always giving it 100 percent, then you can always be satisfied with the reward that you’re getting, because you know you put everything into it… If you don’t get it, you tried your best and put forward a good effort.” Refowich doesn’t see his class ranking as being as significant as others consider it to be. “I wouldn’t say that there’s any special prestige going along with it, especially since a lot of the classmates that I’m around are equally as motivated as I am and equally put in the work that I do,” he said. “I don’t see it as significant as some people play it out to be.” By his junior year, Refowich knew that his grades had him near the top of the class, so being second in the class wasn’t a complete surprise. However, he was excited. “It’s a great honor to be able to speak at graduation. It’s one of the perks, you could say, that goes along with it,” he said. Refowich’s parents have always been supportive, he said, motivating him toward betterment and meeting his goals. “They were very excited. More so than I was, in fact,” he said. He’s graduating with a 4.0 GPA

and 5.2 HPA, and is ready for graduation. Among his top high school accomplishments is starting the school’s Mu Alpha Theta math honor society. “We provide free tutoring for any of the lower-level math classes during lunch every day,” Refowich said. “Just the ability to give these students the opportunity to succeed, and really appreciate what we’re doing for them, is really amazing for me and something that we can leave as a legacy for the school.” Refowich has had a close group of friends through middle school, and has many fond memories from the group through different school assignments, including a dramatic reading of The Scarlet Letter. He will be attending the University of Florida, participating in an interdisciplinary studies program, focusing on neuroscience. AP biology was a class that showed Refowich about the real-world implications of science, along with participating in a national student leadership conference in medicine. “Just the experience of being around other people who are sharing the same ambitions that I am,

Valedictorian Marie Chantal Lacouture and seeing up close and personal the environment, influenced me to go not only into neuroscience, but, more specifically, to go into the medical side, neurosurgery, which is my current ambition,” he said. More recently, he participated in a research internship at Max Planck, where he was able to get hands-on experience. Refowich has also been a competitive swimmer and is looking forward to aquatic sports at UF. In 10 years, he looks forward to

Salutatorian Alexander Refowich a residency program in neurosurgery. For other students who would like to be at the top of their class, Refowich stressed the commitment involved. “You have to appreciate learning,” he said. “You have to appreciate expanding your own world views and perspectives. That’s what really motivates me to study. Go outside what was taught in the classroom to see how things that we are learning apply to the outside world.”

RPBHS Class Of 2016 Ready For May 23 Graduation Ceremony

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report Royal Palm Beach High School seniors will be crossing the South Florida Fairgrounds stage at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, May 23. The Class of 2016 will be led at the graduation ceremony by valedictorian Marissa Premsukh and salutatorian Rayven Glaubrecht. Premsukh and Glaubrecht were announced as the top two in the class during the RPBHS Senior Awards Night on Monday, May 16. A 3.96 GPA and a 5.07 HPA secured Premsukh the valedictorian position. “It’s really an honor. I wasn’t expecting to have it. I was thinking I was going to be salutatorian, actually,” she said. “This year, something happened and changed. I was really excited about it.” She found out in February and was ecstatic. As soon as she left the principal’s office, she texted her parents. “They were really happy. My dad said, ‘Congratulations,’ and my mom apparently went around her office telling everyone,” Prem-

sukh recalled. “I was really excited, but at the same time I was really nervous.” Her speech, she said, which has been written, is the part that makes Premsukh nervous, but she is ready. “I want to put on the cap and gown, walk across the stage and get my diploma,” she said. Participating in the Future Business Leaders of America has been one of her high school highlights. “I competed for states and actually got first place in the category business communications, so I was really excited for that,” she said. FBLA helped Premsukh get a feel for what she was good at. In French, she has become a good writer and was picked as the school’s Pathfinder nominee. Premsukh also studied Latin this year. After graduation, Premsukh will go on to study chemical engineering at the University of Florida. “I also took chemistry last year and just loved the subject in all of its entirety,” she said. In 10 years, Premsukh hopes

to be working in the chemical engineering industry and traveling through Europe. For other students who want to be at the top of their class, she stressed confidence. “Don’t doubt yourself,” she said. “Don’t look at it like an impossible task.” For Glaubrecht, the title of salutatorian is a big milestone. “It’s a huge accomplishment for me. I didn’t realize that I was going to be second in the class,” she said. “It just kind of happened.” Going into the guidance department office one day, Glaubrecht was told that she had jumped from third in the class to second, and would be presenting a speech at graduation. Her 5.0 HPA and 3.875 GPA secured her the spot. Her parents told everyone, sharing the information on social media, when they heard the news. “I was excited but nervous at the same time,” she said. Graduation is quickly approaching, but she’s ready. Some of Glaubrecht’s top accomplishments in high school include being nominated for the

Principal Jesus Armas congratulates valedictorian Marissa Premsukh (left) and salutatorian Rayven Glaubrecht (right). Pathfinder award in academic ex- event that’s been with me for so For others aspiring to be at the cellence, being the vice president long, it just means a lot.” head of the class, Glaubrecht emof the National Honor Society and Glaubrecht will be attending phasized working hard. secretary of the Spanish Honor So- the University of Central Florida “Work hard and stay on top ciety, and being involved in many and studying biology, starting of your school work,” she said. activities at the school. this summer. The field appealed “Have fun in high school, but Her fondest memories stem to Glaubrecht, who is passionate always get your work done. Make from the Relay for Life, which about science and animals. She that a top priority. Take the chalshe has participated in since the was a volunteer at the Loggerhead lenging classes. Take the AP seventh grade. Marinelife Center. courses and the dual-enrollment “It’s a thing that all of my friends In 10 years, she hopes to have classes, because that boosts your and I do every single year to raise earned a master’s degree and have GPA. If you have all that, you have money for the American Cancer a job in South Florida, close to her a better chance at being at the top Society,” Glaubrecht said. “It’s an family. of your class.”

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It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week: Are You Ready For A Storm?

With the start of hurricane season just days away, the week of May 15-21 is Hurricane Preparedness Week. There are a few guarantees which are part of life in South Florida as we approach the end of May: the summer months will be hot, the rain will happen daily like clockwork, and the threat of hurricanes will be front and center on the minds of those who live here. The Atlantic hurricane season officially lasts six months, and while our area has not been threatened by a major storm since Hurricane Wilma struck in 2005, this knowledge is tempered by the realization that past results are no guarantee of the future. With this in mind, we urge residents to stock up on supplies and prepare their homes for a storm. Some of the items to keep on hand seem pretty obvious at first glance: three to five days’ worth of nonperishable food items and plenty of bottled water, for a start. Also, be sure to have batteries and flashlights at the ready, because relying on candles and matches in times of power outages can be dangerous. Plasticware, paper plates and emergency cooking supplies (such as a propane camping stove and, of course, propane) are also things many families should consider obtaining, if you have not done so already. There are a few other items that don’t usually come to mind, but should be considered as well: a first aid kit; extra cash on hand; extra prescription medicine; a manual can opener; a backup supply of baby food and supplies if you have little ones; and a backup supply of pet supplies if you have pets. And if a storm appears headed our way, you’ll want to fill up the tank, but be mindful; there could be long lines at the pumps, and some gas stations might run out of fuel before you pull up to the pump.

To be better prepared, you should also contact your insurance agency to ensure that you have enough homeowners’, renters’ and/or flood insurance in case disaster strikes. According to the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Association, since 1963, storm surge has caused nearly half of the hurricane-related deaths in the United States. Water, not wind, has accounted for nearly 90 percent of all tropical cyclone deaths in the U.S. during that time. Should a storm be on track for landfall, you’ll want to make sure to bring items such as patio furniture into storage from outside. In high winds, these can become high-velocity missiles capable of destroying windows of cars and homes. Keep a list of emergency numbers with you, and mark important numbers in your cell phone with “ICE” (in case of emergency) designations. Also, it’s not a bad idea to download important hurricane-related applications to your cell phone, such as those of the Weather Channel (www.weather.com/apps) and the American Red Cross (www.redcross.org/mobile-apps/hurricane-app). If you need to evacuate, where will you go? Both Palm Beach Central and Seminole Ridge high schools are American Red Cross shelters in our area. If you have a pet, make sure the shelter you are considering is pet-friendly. For a complete list of recommended supplies, emergency numbers and more information on hurricane preparedness, visit the National Hurricane Center web site at www.nhc.noaa.gov/prepare. The storm experts are predicting an “average” number of named storms this season. While that might sound like good news to those who have not lived through a deadly hurricane season, remember: it only takes one well-aimed storm to deliver a powerful wallop of misery and destruction.

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continued from page 1 former Palm Beach County Commissioner Ken Adams, retired news anchor Jim Sackett, and local businesswomen Karen Cavanagh and Maggie Zeller. Zeller is thrilled to be a part of the growing organization. “I am honored to have been asked to serve as a member of the board of directors,” Zeller said. “The Wellington Commu-

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continued from page 1 an industry certification exam, the CIW Internet Business Associate exam, earning a CIW Internet Business Associate certification. “Children can put that on college applications and job applications,” Bennett said. “It shows that they’ve mastered something in the industry that would give them a leg up. These would be all of the prerequisites, too, for going into either a marketing program or a web design program in high school.” Choice Coordinator Michael Samarel teaches sixth-grade keyboarding and applications classes, where students learn not only how to type, but also the basics of web design and other computer applications and software that are essential to their education and future. “We allow students to learn how to incorporate typing into their daily routines, a skill that they might not necessarily have, and it will help them out in every subject: reading, writing, social studies and science,” Samarel said. “Nowadays, almost any job… is going to involve interacting with a computer.” The goal is to ensure that students have the opportunities necessary to prepare for high school,

Memorial

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continued from page 1 myself, standing, while something is being said by a minister about an individual who died by himself, had no family, and no one is there to stand up for him.” It is a calling, however, that Coles-Reyes feels duty-bound to continue. “Because of their sacrifice, giving the utmost of what one human can give, their life, they should get some honor and respect,” he said. “That’s what it means to me, on Memorial Day, to give them that honor, that respect.” This will be his second time attending Royal Palm Beach’s Memorial Day event but his first as a speaker.

nity Foundation will allow me to serve the children and seniors of Wellington to make a positive difference in their lives.” Lee will serve on the board as its vice chair. “Wellington is a wonderful community, and it is an honor to be a part of a foundation that focuses on improving the lives of some of the community’s residents,” Lee said. “There is a misconception regarding the needs of some of our residents, especially children and the elderly. As a member of the Wellington Community Foundation, I can help align some

resources for those in need.” The June 2 fundraiser at the Becker home will raise money to help supply backpacks for needy students in local schools. “We are working with James Poag, the director of community services for the Village of Wellington, in supplying backpacks to students who need assistance when they go back to school in August,” explained Wenham, who thanked the Beckers for their generosity in hosting the fundraiser. Poag and the village expect to raise enough money to buy the backpacks and hand them out to

students at a block party scheduled for Aug. 6, Wenham said. Giving back to the community is why Smith came on board. “I agreed to serve on the board because it epitomizes everything good about Wellington,” he said. “It’s about the community coming together to help our neighbors who need a hand. The board has very quickly grown to nine people, and I am thrilled to work with such a dedicated group.” The foundation has plans for a number of projects to support the most vulnerable people in the community.

college, trade schools and their future. “As they move forward into seventh and eighth grade, they start learning about web development and being more familiar with the computer and getting basic skills about how computers work in the business world,” Samarel said. “This is just the beginning of the program. As they move forward into seventh and eighth, they start learning about web development and how it relates to business.” On Monday, one of this semester’s five sections of sixth-grade students was working on improving typing accuracy while focusing on basic keyboarding and the Word application. Approximately 300 students are in the sixth-grade portion of the program, where most type between 25 and 45 words a minute. Some of the students type faster, Samarel said, but the focus is on individual improvement. “As long as they’re making individual improvement, that is something that we’re working for,” he said. Wellington Landings offers seven high school credit courses, more than any other middle school in Palm Beach County. With something for everyone, the school also is focusing on the fine arts, as well as programs for those who need advanced classes and students who need assistance. Students who are zoned for Wellington Landings can choose the Information Technology choice academy as a course request or can

apply to the academy. For students who are zoned for other schools and are considered out-of-boundary, they have to apply through the Palm Beach County School District’s choice and career office. For out-of-boundary students, there is a lottery system. Currently, there are 200 out-of-boundary spots filled for the 2016-17 school year. The majority of students are incoming sixth-graders, Bennett explained, though seventh-graders and eighth-graders are able to apply for the program. The school district holds its annual choice programs showcase in October at the South Florida Fairgrounds. Providing her students with all of the tools necessary to be the most well-rounded they can be prior to high school is important to Bennett, as is availability to advanced programs locally. “I want to make sure that our kids, in our community, have everything right at their home school. They shouldn’t have to travel to another community to do that,” Bennett said. “Our school, for many years, has outperformed all of the other middle schools, and there are two full-time magnet programs in Palm Beach County — Bak and Don Estridge. We outperform Don Estridge, and we are a regular, public home school.” To learn more about choice programs at Wellington Landings Middle School, call (561) 7928100.

“Judgment of Palm Beach” will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the famous 1976 wine tasting “Judgment of Paris” next week. On May 24, 1976, a strictly controlled blind tasting took place before nine of the world’s top wine judges in France. The top white and red wines chosen were from California. To celebrate the anniversary, on

May 24 at 7 p.m. at the Four Seasons Palm Beach, seven self-proclaimed “wine geeks” will taste three pairs of wine, with each pair consisting of one wine from California and the other from France. The event will be a double-blind competition, with only Kyle Trebilcock, food and beverage manager of Jove Kitchen at the Four Seasons Palm Beach, knowing

which wine will be served in what order. The judges include Steve and Eileen Feiertag of Royal Palm Beach, Ken and Sue Blair of Jupiter, Dr. David Weissberger of Lake Worth, and Chip and Jo Thomas of Port St. Lucie. For additional information, call Steve Feiertag at (561) 3330619.

“It gives people a chance to hear from a veteran, not only who has been there, but who has worked with veterans through the years… and continues to do so,” Coles-Reyes said. “It gives them a heads-up about what’s going on. There’s nothing like volunteering for veterans and being there even in a small way.” Memorial Day events help to inform the public about the realities of veterans’ lives, and to understand the hardships of reintegrating into the community, he explained. Royal Palm Beach will hold its Memorial Day observance at the Veterans Park Amphitheater on Royal Palm Beach Blvd. starting at 9 a.m. with a flag-raising ceremony and presentations. There will be a live musical performance by the Royal Palm Beach Community Band after the ceremony, along with free refreshments. Cultural Events Superintendent

Carlos Morales is looking forward to connecting with the community, honoring veterans and introducing newly elected Mayor Fred Pinto. Vietnam veterans and people involved with various charitable organizations are among the lineup of speakers. “Working with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, American Legion Post 367, Cub Scout Pack 120 and Boy Scout Troop 111, we’re going to have our honor and color guard presented, and do a flag-raising ceremony,” Morales said. “We’ll have a prayer by Pastor [Michael] Rose from Royal Palm Covenant Church. Our local Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue station will be involved also, and, of course, our Royal Palm Beach Community Band.” Morales expects the speakers to be engaging, bringing to the forefront of observers’ minds the true meaning of Memorial Day. Typically, 400 to 500 peo-

ple come to Royal Palm Beach’s event. “What I really enjoy the most is just reflecting on what the day means,” Morales said. “It really helps when the fire-rescue unit brings their large, large flag out at the event and it just waves out in the wind… It touches home on what the day really means.” For more information about the event, call (561) 790-5149. The Village of Wellington and the American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Wellington Post 390 will honor all veterans with a Memorial Day Parade starting at the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) at 8:15 a.m. and ending at the Wellington Veterans Memorial at the corner of Forest Hill and South Shore boulevards. All veterans are invited to walk in the parade. A ceremony at the memorial will follow at 8:30 a.m. This year marks the 50th year

of remembrance for Vietnam War veterans, and the village has partnered with the United States Vietnam War Commemoration to honor and thank Vietnam veterans for their service and sacrifice. Wellington received a copy of a proclamation signed by President Barack Obama approving the village as a Commemorative Program Partner. “They gave us a nice little certificate in recognition of our willingness to assist and support the nation in thanking and honoring our Vietnam War veterans,” Community Programs Manager Michelle Garvey said. “They also gave us a banner that we’ll display denoting the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War.” During the ceremony, active and retired veterans will be recognized, Wellington Idol Charlotte Ostrov will sing the national anthem, high school student Ashley Planco will translate the

ceremony into American Sign Language for the hearing-impaired, and Jerry Kline, a Silver Star recipient, U.S. Army veteran and American Legion member, will be a guest speaker. Pastor Peter Bartuska from Christ Community Church will lead the invocation. Members of the Wellington Village Council and the American Legion will lay wreaths. “It’s important to recognize our veterans and those who have sacrificed their lives, and the families who have sacrificed their sons and their daughters, husbands and wives, for our country,” Garvey said. “I think it’s an important day to thank a veteran [or] someone who is currently enlisted for everything they have given to us.” Garvey expects more than 300 people to attend the ceremony. To learn more, or to add a name to the recognition list, call Garvey at (561) 791-4082.

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he said. “I have seen it grow. I have seen it flourish. But I have also seen an increased need to extend a helping hand to those who need it. The Wellington Community Foundation is a perfect vehicle to do just that.” The Wellington Community Foundation offices are located in the original Wellington Mall at 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 19F. For more information about the June 2 fundraiser, or to make a donation, call the Wellington Community Foundation office at (561) 333-9843.

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“Many people only associate Wellington with affluence,” Smith said. “This image of Wellington means absolutely nothing, though, to the many children and elderly people living right here who need our help. If we are successful in communicating the disparity between perception and reality, the foundation will be wildly successful. I believe with every ounce of my being that the generosity of the folks here in Wellington is second to none.” Sackett agreed. “Having lived in Wellington since 1985, I have seen sweeping changes to our village,”

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FINE ARTS FESTIVAL AT WESTERN PINES CELEBRATES STUDENT PROJECTS

Western Pines Middle School hosted its fifth annual Fine Arts Festival on Friday, May 13. The event gave students the opportunity to showcase their fine arts, academies and language arts projects. Displays of student artwork, poetry and creative writing were alongside pre-med and pre-information technology academy projects. A silent auction was held with proceeds to benefit the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s media center and ROAR initiative, which give incentives to students for being good citizens. PHOTOS BY JASON STROMBERG/TOWN-CRIER

Christian Garland, Amarra Houraney, Tatiana Halleran, Elizabeth Houraney and Zack Forde.

Principal Bob Hatcher with Academy Counselor Laura Beighley and Academy Coordinator Liz Jimenez.

Alex Briscan, Hunter Free, Cole Kramer, Rafe Heelan, William Gulley and Maisha Atkinson.

Band Director Richard Powali with Amanda Heermance, Dimitri Theros, Chris Morrison, Vanessa Chery, Krissa Garroute and Drake Milhausen.

Shelby Bakkedahl stands next to her fish painting.

IT teacher Caroline Westervelt with Academy Coordinator Liz Jimenez.

Madison Johnson, Medical Instructor Katie Freshwater, Diana Garrido and Matthew Lim.

Assistant Principal Christy Nolli with teachers Traci Dooley-Pitts and Lisa Wilson.

ROYAL PALM RELAY FOR LIFE HOSTS WRAP-UP PARTY & AWARDS CEREMONY

Royal Palm Beach Relay for Life held a wrap-up party and awards ceremony on Thursday, May 12 at Royal Palm Beach High School. Awards were given out for top fundraisers, site decorations, team spirit and more. The relay met its $45,000 goal. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Cowboys and Angels was the top fundraising community team.

Felicia Matula and Kim Whalen thank Monique Paramore of RPBHS (center).

Kim Whalen thanks RPB Vice Mayor Jeff Hmara.

Royal Palm Beach Elementary School was the top fundraising school.

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Wellington Council Honors Former Vice Mayor John Greene

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council thanked former Vice Mayor John Greene last week for his four years of service on the council. He was honored as an advocate for education, crime prevention, fiscal responsibility, job creation and greater transparency in government. Greene was elected in 2012 but lost his re-election bid March 15 to Councilman Michael Drahos. Greene was presented with a proclamation that read, “He worked hard to ensure responsible growth and to preserve and protect the character of the village’s neighborhoods. John Greene made significant decisions while serving on council that helped shape the Village of Wellington, some of which included the Lake Wellington Professional Centre, the construction of the new tennis facility, as well as the construction of the new Wellington Community Center.”

Greene said that he was honored by the proclamation. “I’m very proud of this service, of the work I did here,” he said. “I had great colleagues. I want to thank Matt Willhite, the councilman I served with over the past four years, and I’m proud to be back in this building. I wear my Wellington pin proudly. I’ll continue to call Wellington my home.” Current Vice Mayor John McGovern said serving with Greene had been a pleasure. “You were an inspiration to me in the way that you always made your point and you made it clearly, and you stuck to it,” McGovern said. “But most of all, I think you were a person who was a consistent voice for preservation and a consistent voice for keeping green space in the village.” He also lauded Greene as an advocate for public safety. “The residents should not forget that you were always a champion for safety, whether it was the PBSO or fire-rescue, and it was

always to maintain this community feel,” McGovern said. He also credited Greene for his work on the village’s solid waste contract, which resulted in significant savings for residents, and his support for schools. “Thank you most of all for your children, who allowed you to serve for the time that you did, because this is clearly a family effort, and it does take a village,” McGovern said. Drahos, who defeated Greene, said he respected Greene for his gentlemanly conduct during the election, even through hard-fought debates. “We sat side-by-side under very difficult circumstances, and it was awkward at times, but I shook your hand before every debate, and I thought we both conducted ourselves with each other like gentlemen,” Drahos said. “Although we had some differences from time to time on policy, certainly we are very similar in the sense that we love our town and we believe

in the importance of community service.” Councilman Michael Napoleone, who replaced the term-limited Willhite on the dais, noted that he had observed Greene at work. “I got to observe you on the council, and whether you were agreeing or disagreeing with other people, you always had the best interest of everyone at heart,” Napoleone said. “You did this for the right reasons, which is admirable. Not everyone who runs for office, these people excluded, run for the right reasons, and I think you really did this because your heart is in Wellington, and you served well for four years.” Mayor Anne Gerwig, who was often at odds with Greene while they were on the dais together, thanked him for his service. “We didn’t agree very much, and there were some sparks in the process, but I do appreciate the time that you spent here and the work that you put in,” Gerwig said. “If there’s anything you think that

Current members of the Wellington Village Council thank former Vice Mayor John Greene for his service.

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we need to hear, especially from your professional service now, please, my door is open.” Greene, who now works in real estate, also recognized Village Manager Paul Schofield and his staff for their work. “People who watched us over the last four years recognized that from time to time we had our differences, but you always treated

me with respect, and I think that we always had that respect between us,” Greene said. “The one thing that you miss when you are no longer in office is the amazing people who make this village happen. It’s not just the people on this dais, it’s the men and women who are out there making this the best place in Palm Beach County to live and raise our families.”

Eight Wellington Student-Athletes Sign To Play College Sports

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report Eight Wellington High School student-athletes signed papers Wednesday, May 11 committing them to play for the colleges of their choice in a ceremony led by Athletic Director Pattie Fitzhugh. “We’re so very proud of everyone sitting at this table. I think they all need a round of applause,” she said. “We are so very proud of each and every one of you for representing Wellington and your families and your friends. We can’t say much more about you because you’ve shown it on the field, you’ve shown it off the field, and we appreciate everything that you’ve brought to Wellington High School.” Volleyball coach Chris Kushay introduced student Rebecca Mar-

tinez. “She is probably the most competitive person I’ve coached in all my years of coaching,” he said. “She is going to the University of South Carolina at Aiken with a full scholarship. There’s a big, big void to be filled in her shoes.” Soccer coach Jorge Perdomo introduced student Nicholas Gomez, who will be attending Keiser University. “He is the best I’ve seen around,” Perdomo said. “Every one of his team members knew he was the MVP.” Football coach Thomas Abel introduced student Guerry Everett, who will be attending Webber International University. “He’s a three-year varsity football player who was a two-year starter for us,” Abel said. “He’s going to make an immediate impact at Webber International...

We’re very happy for him. We love him dearly. He’s going to be truly missed.” Boys basketball coach Matthew Colin introduced students Lester Gates, who will be attending Lewis & Clark College in Oregon, and Alex Dieudonne, who will be attending Clayton State University in Georgia. “Lester has done an unbelievable job for this program. He was awarded the MVP of the year, he was first team all-conference, he’s done tremendous things with the way he played,” Colin said. “Alex is a three-time first team all-area player, three-time first team all-conference player, was our team MVP twice and is responsible for many, many wins.” The two players, Colin said, are See SIGNING, page 18

Rebecca Martinez (volleyball), Nicholas Gomez (soccer), Guerry Everett (football), Lester Gates and Alex Dieudonne (basketball), Aurelia Lebron and Latoya Ashman (basketball), and Jake Silver PHOTO BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER (baseball) celebrate with their coaches.

GRANDMASTER POPE-GUERRIERO RECEIVES HIS EIGHTH-DEGREE BLACK BELT

Grandmaster Gustavo Pope-Guerriero of Xtreme Tae Kwon Do was promoted to the rank of eighth-degree black belt on Saturday, May 14 at Ultima Fitness in Wellington. The presenter was Grandmaster Patrick Petitjean, a ninth-degree black belt. Pope-Guerriero achieved the rank after years of training and instruction in martial arts. His black belt students paid their respects during the ceremonies. Pope-Guerriero strives to teach his students confidence, determination, respect and strength. For more info., call (561) 795-2823 or visit www.ultimafitness.com. PHOTOS BY JASON STROMBERG/TOWN-CRIER

Grandmaster Gustavo Pope-Guerriero, joined by his wife Theresa and son Christian, with Grandmaster Patrick Petitjean.

Grandmaster Gustavo Pope-Guerriero with some of his students.

Grandmaster Gustavo Pope-Guerriero receives his eighthdegree dan certificate from Grandmaster Patrick Petitjean.

Black belt students warming up with Grandmaster Gustavo Pope-Guerriero.

Instructor Barry Rivera, Grandmaster Patrick Petitjean and Grandmaster Gustavo Pope-Guerriero.

A congratulatory cake was shared during the celebration ceremonies at Xtreme Tae Kwon Do.

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Wellington Art Society Showcase

The Wellington Art Society will host an artist reception on Tuesday, May 24 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the second floor art gallery at the Wellington Municipal Complex. The public is invited to attend and enjoy the local art on display. Artists selected to participate in the rotating gallery exhibit will be recognized at the reception. The Wellington Art Society will be displaying the original works of art, as well as books and prints for sale. There will be refreshments and door prizes. For more info., visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org.

Barky Pines Seeks Donations

Barky Pines Animal Rescue & Sanctuary is growing, but it needs the community’s help. Since it began in March 2015, the nonprofit has rescued 143 animals. Almost all of them came from the Palm Beach County animal shelter and would have otherwise been euthanized due

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Free Water Safety Event In Wellington

Summer time is pool time, but before jumping in, know how to stay safe. The Wellington Aquatics Complex (12072 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host “Make a SPLASH” (Safety and Prevention Leaves All Swimmers Happy) on Saturday, June 4 from 9 a.m. to noon. This event is free to the public.

Pediatric residents from Palms West Hospital and first responders from Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue will be on-hand to discuss water safety. Wellington lifeguards, along with PBCFR personnel, will demonstrate a near-drowning scenario. Vendors will be on site to discuss the importance of safety in and around the water. For more info., visit www. wellingtonfl.gov/aquatics.

LGLA Meetings Set For May 26 And June 9

The Loxahatchee Groves Landowners’ Association will meet Thursday, May 26 at 7 p.m. at the Palms West Presbyterian Church (13689 Okeechobee Blvd.). The speaker for the evening will be from the Palm Beach County Historical Society on “Paradise in Peril: World War II in Palm Beach County.” “Paradise in Peril” will examine the military’s presence in Palm Beach County during World War II and civilian activities toward the war effort. The discussion will cover the importance of the

county’s contribution to the war effort, including two army air bases, a secret listen station, civilian organizations, U-boat hunters, the Coast Guard, military hospitals and a POW camp. This is an open meeting where residents will get a chance to discuss issues of concern that they may have related to things that are going on in the town. Mark your calendar for 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 9, when the LGLA will host a Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District candidates forum, also at the Palms West Presbyterian Church. Send candidate questions to moderator Ken Johnson at krj0188@aol.com. For more info., contact Marge Herzog at (561) 818-9114 or marge@herzog.ms.

Celebrate Guyana June 4 In Royal Palm

The Guyana Consulate of Florida and Guyana Day USA Inc. will host an Independence Gala cultural show, dinner and dance on Saturday, June 4 at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center (151 Civic

Center Way, Royal Palm Beach) at 6 p.m. It will celebrate the golden jubilee of Guyana’s independence in 1966. For more information, call (561) 328-9672.

Travel Soccer Tryouts In RPB

The Royal Palm Beach Strikers will be conducting competitive travel soccer tryouts from Tuesday, May 31 through Saturday, June 4. Children born in 2008 or earlier are invited to participate. The tryout location is Katz Field at 100 Sweet Bay Lane in Royal Palm Beach. Visit www.royalpalmbeachstrikers.com for specific dates and times based on age and gender, and to register for the free tryouts.

Florida Trail Association Meeting June 6

The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will host a Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission talk on Monday, June 6 at 7 p.m. at the Okeeheelee Nature Center. The speaker will be Allison Jones, a

biologist and trails specialist with the FWC. For more info., call Margaret Brabham at (561) 324-3543.

Free FarmYour-Backyard Program June 11

Learn the secrets of small-acreage vegetable cultivation in South Florida with Arthur Kirstein, Palm Beach County’s coordinator of agricultural economic development, on Saturday, June 11 at 9 a.m. at the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Service in West Palm Beach. The focus of the workshop is on applying established agricultural techniques for successful small vegetable garden projects. Tips and techniques on site preparation, seedling establishment, plantings, crop maintenance and harvesting will be covered. A tour of the Mounts Botanical Garden vegetable garden will complete the program. The program is free of charge but limited to the first 100 people to sign up. To register, contact Melissa Allman at (561) 233-1792 or mallman@pbcgov.org.

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CENTRAL PBC CHAMBER HOSTS ITS BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARDS AT IPC

The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Business of the Year Awards on Saturday, May 14 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington. The evening, sponsored by Westlake, featured a spectacular night of entertainment, including cocktails, dinner, dancing and live music. The honorees were: IT Solutions of South Florida for Small Business of the Year, Independent Imaging for Large Business of Year, John Carter of Minto Communities for Outstanding Leader of the Year and Carol O’Neil of CEO Financial Services for Chamber MVP of the Year. For more info., visit www.cpbchamber.com. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Dr. Carmine and Marie Priore, Wellington Mayor Anne and Alan Gerwig, Sherry and Darell Bowen, and Julie and Aaron Menitoff.

John and Julie Kime with Lizz and Mickey Smith.

John Carter of Minto is honored as Outstanding Leader of the Year by Chamber CEO Mary Lou Bedford and Chairman Thomas Bean.

Dr. Humberto and Alejandra Caldera and Dr. Georgis Patsias.

Independent Imaging was honored as Large Business of Year.

Jeff Robles of Michell Consulting, FPL’s Thomas Bean, Wellington Regional Medical Center CEO Robbin Lee and Jess Santamaria.

Ellen Cole, Ellen Malasky and Carina Bayer. IT Solutions was honored as Small Business of the Year.

Ivania and Dr. David Soria with Roxanne Stein and Steve Moss.

Chamber MVP Carol O’Neil, Rikki and Stuart Bagatell, and Chamber CEO Mary Lou Bedford.

Debbie Horan, Steve Ashby, John and Tonia Abrahamsson, Scott Meyer, Steve and Ashley Svopa, John Carter and Janet Cole.

Good Students + Good Deeds = 21 Scholarships

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Honesty, Kindness, Generosity And Community Involvement Pay Off For 21 Area Students

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My Brothers’/Sisters’ Keeper Scholarships, 21st Year “Good grades and athletic activities are important for students in school, but even more important in our world today are honesty, kindness, generosity, community involvement and a sincere desire to help others.” That was the message Jess Santamaria gave 21 student honorees at the 2016 My Brothers’/Sisters’ Keeper Scholarship Awards held recently at the original Wellington Mall. This worthy project was started in 1996 to recognize students from area elementary, middle and high schools who are simply “good kids who do good deeds” and make life a little better for others they come in contact with in school, at home and in their community. “We must motivate our children early in life and show them it pays to be a good, caring person,” said Santamaria, founder of the organization, which is completely funded by sponsors from area businesses, professionals and civic organizations.

Hailey Guzik

Binks Forest Elementary

Sponsor: Original Wellington Mall Represented by: Jess Santamaria

Each honoree receives $500 to $1,000 scholarships, deposited in an interest-bearing bank savings account in the student’s name until the recipient graduates from high school and is accepted into a college or vocational school. At that time, the funds are released to the student. A student may receive multiple annual scholarship awards during their school years. Joining Santamaria as master of ceremonies at the May 13 event was his son, attorney Chris Santamaria. In conclusion, Santamaria congratulated the parents, grandparents and teachers of the awardees for a “truly great job” in raising the awardees and providing a good education. “Tonight we should also give an award to your parents and teachers,” he said. Jess Santamaria, gave the awardees a lifetime homework assignment: “Continue your good deeds and help make our world a better place to live.”

Angelina Guthrie Cypress Trails Elementary

Maritza Sanchez Glade View Elementary

2016 scholarship honorees gather with MBSK Founder Jess Santamaria.

Founder Jess Santamaria congratulated honorees, saying, “The more you give to others, the more you will have in your life!”

Attorney Chris Santamaria was master of ceremonies for the 2016 scholarship awards.

Madison Puzder Golden Grove Elementary

Guliano Possobon Loxahatchee Groves Elementary

Sponsor: NRI Institute of Health Represented by: Dan Splain

Sponsor: Royal Plaza Represented by: Victoria Santamaria

Sponsor: Royal Commerce Park Represented by: Attorney Chris Santamaria

Sponsor: Law Office of Chris Santamaria Represented by: Attorney Chris Santamaria

Holly Grundleger Royal Palm Beach Elementary

Sponsor: Vivian Ferrin Memorial Scholarship Represented by: Rhonda Ferrin-Davis

Selena Slaughter Western Academy Charter School

Alberto Medina Crestwood Middle School

Sean Jassenoff Ideal School of Advance Learning

Dustyn Jordan Western Pines Middle School

Amelia Flanagan #1 Education Place

Brantley Coulthrust Crossroads Academy

Danny Hodges Glades Central High School

Samantha Douglas Royal Palm Beach High School

McKayla Martin

Pierce Hammock Elementary

Sponsor: Royal Plaza Represented by: John Cornea

Sponsor: The “Original” Wellington Mall Represented by: Attorney Chris Santamaria

Sponsor: Royal Plaza Represented by: Jess Santamaria

Sponsor: Royal Inn Hotel Represented by: Rhonda Ferrin-Davis

Sponsor: India Grill Restaurant Represented by: Mahendra Patel

Sponsor: The “Original” Wellington Mall Represented by: Jess Santamaria

Sponsor: Royal Inn Hotel Represented by: Rhonda Ferrin-Davis

Sponsor: Testifying Made Simple Represented by: Victoria Santamaria

Sponsor: Village of Royal Palm Beach Represented by: Mayor Fred Pinto

Herman Castro, a former MBSK Scholarship Recipient from Seminole Ridge High School, addresses the 2016 Scholarship Winners.

Andrew Mack New Horizons Elementary

Sponsor: Wellington Chamber of Commerce Represented by: Michela Perillo-Green

Michely Julno Lake Shore Middle School

Sponsor: Royal Commerce Park Represented by: Attorney Chris Santamaria

Jessica Terkovich Seminole Ridge High School Sponsor: Victoria Santamaria Represented by: Victoria Santamaria

John Swiderski Panther Run Elementary

Sponsor: Victoria Santamaria Represented by: Victoria Santamaria

Jean Saint-Hilaire Wellington Landings Middle School

Sponsor: American Muslim Alliance of Florida Represented by: Mohamed Osman Chowdhury

Daniel Clein Wellington High School

Sponsor: Village of Wellington Represented by: Councilman Michael Drahos

Good Students + Good Deeds = 21 Scholarships

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My Brothers’/Sisters’ Keeper Scholarships, 21st Year

“Good grades and athletic activities are important for students in school, but even more important in our world today are honesty, kindness, generosity, community involvement and a sincere desire to help others.” That was the message Jess Santamaria gave 21 student honorees at the 2016 My Brothers’/Sisters’ Keeper Scholarship Awards held recently at the original Wellington Mall. This worthy project was started in 1996 to recognize students from area elementary, middle and high schools who are simply “good kids who do good deeds” and make life a little better for others they come in contact with in school, at home and in their community. “We must motivate our children early in life and show them it pays to be a good, caring person,” said Santamaria, founder of the organization, which is completely funded by sponsors from area businesses, professionals and civic organizations.

Hailey Guzik

Binks Forest Elementary

Sponsor: Original Wellington Mall Represented by: Jess Santamaria

Angelina Guthrie Cypress Trails Elementary

Maritza Sanchez Glade View Elementary

2016 scholarship honorees gather with MBSK Founder Jess Santamaria.

Founder Jess Santamaria congratulated honorees, saying, “The more you give to others, the more you will have in your life!”

Attorney Chris Santamaria was master of ceremonies for the 2016 scholarship awards.

Madison Puzder Golden Grove Elementary

Guliano Possobon Loxahatchee Groves Elementary

Sponsor: NRI Institute of Health Represented by: Dan Splain

Sponsor: Royal Plaza Represented by: Victoria Santamaria

Sponsor: Royal Commerce Park Represented by: Attorney Chris Santamaria

Sponsor: Law Office of Chris Santamaria Represented by: Attorney Chris Santamaria

Holly Grundleger Royal Palm Beach Elementary

Sponsor: Vivian Ferrin Memorial Scholarship Represented by: Rhonda Ferrin-Davis

Selena Slaughter Western Academy Charter School

Alberto Medina Crestwood Middle School

Sean Jassenoff Ideal School of Advance Learning

Dustyn Jordan Western Pines Middle School

Amelia Flanagan #1 Education Place

Brantley Coulthrust Crossroads Academy

Danny Hodges Glades Central High School

Samantha Douglas Royal Palm Beach High School

McKayla Martin

Pierce Hammock Elementary

Sponsor: Royal Plaza Represented by: John Cornea

Sponsor: The “Original” Wellington Mall Represented by: Attorney Chris Santamaria

Sponsor: Royal Plaza Represented by: Jess Santamaria

Sponsor: Royal Inn Hotel Represented by: Rhonda Ferrin-Davis

Sponsor: India Grill Restaurant Represented by: Mahendra Patel

Sponsor: The “Original” Wellington Mall Represented by: Jess Santamaria

Sponsor: Royal Inn Hotel Represented by: Rhonda Ferrin-Davis

Sponsor: Testifying Made Simple Represented by: Victoria Santamaria

Sponsor: Village of Royal Palm Beach Represented by: Mayor Fred Pinto

Herman Castro, a former MBSK Scholarship Recipient from Seminole Ridge High School, addresses the 2016 Scholarship Winners.

Andrew Mack New Horizons Elementary

Sponsor: Wellington Chamber of Commerce Represented by: Michela Perillo-Green

Michely Julno Lake Shore Middle School

Sponsor: Royal Commerce Park Represented by: Attorney Chris Santamaria

Jessica Terkovich Seminole Ridge High School Sponsor: Victoria Santamaria Represented by: Victoria Santamaria

John Swiderski Panther Run Elementary

Sponsor: Victoria Santamaria Represented by: Victoria Santamaria

Jean Saint-Hilaire Wellington Landings Middle School

Sponsor: American Muslim Alliance of Florida Represented by: Mohamed Osman Chowdhury

Daniel Clein Wellington High School

Sponsor: Village of Wellington Represented by: Councilman Michael Drahos

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For the past 25 years, Kim Bass has been a dedicated, compassionate employee at Palms West Hospital, embodying the highest standards in Nursing and Patient Care. As an expert clinician, mentor, patient advocate and leader, Kim’s positive attitude is contagious, both personally and professionally. She has laid the groundwork for many successful initiatives surrounding patient safety and quality of care in the OB Department and at Palms West Hospital. Kim is also an avid volunteer in her community, where she teaches bible study at her community church, provides day care services for parents who cannot afford it and along with her husband, takes foster children into their home providing a safe, loving environment.

Frist Humanitarian Award Recipients

Established in 1971, the Frist Humanitarian Awards honor outstanding individuals for their humanitarian and volunteer activities. The awards are given annually in recognition of the caring spirit and philanthropic work of the late Dr. Thomas Frist Sr., a founder of HCA. Employees, volunteers and medical staff members who demonstrate commitment and dedication to providing outstanding care and humanitarianism are selected from around the country, and honorees are recognized at the local level. The national recipients were selected from more than 200 hospital-level honorees.

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Craig Pollard Named Top Barn Manager Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals, an all-natural equine health supplement company, once again held its Omega Alpha Best Barn Manager of the Season contests at both the 2016 Winter Equestrian Festival and the 2016 Adequan Global Dressage Festival. Craig Pollard, barn manager of Double H Farm, best embodied characteristics of an outstanding barn manager out of all of the Winter Equestrian Festival nominees, naming him this year’s Winter Equestrian Festival Omega Alpha Best Barn Manager of the Season. Double H Farm, which is based in Wellington and Ridgefield, Conn., is world renowned for its high-level competition horses and riders. Double H founders the Harrison family have been avid supporters of competitive equestrian sport for more than 20 years. Today, Double H Farm is operated by the husband-and-wife team of Quentin Judge and Cayce Harrison. It is home to at least 20 horses at a time, and requires an experienced professional to manage the day-to-day operations, travel arrangements and individual care of each horse. Pollard is a veteran show jumper. His résumé includes having worked for top show jumping professionals in both Europe and America. “I have only been working at Double H since December, but I have known Cayce and Quentin for a long time,” Pollard said. “It’s hard not to love coming to work at Double H every day because the farm and horses are so beautiful.” Having a complete knowledge of everything that goes on in the barn really does matter, he ex-

Craig Pollard with Omega Alpha’s Patti Hanco. plained. “I think in order to be an effective barn manager you have to know how to do every task in a barn,” Pollard said. “I have done everything from cleaning stalls, to driving the truck and trailer, to making a daily showing schedule, and I still have to do some of those things every day.” Patti Hanco, director of business development for Omega Alpha, traveled to Double H’s Wellington facility to present Pollard with a custom Omega Alpha bit box full of his choice of Omega Alpha’s most popular products, and a dinner for two. Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals, recognizes barn managers as the backstage superstars of the show ring. “We want to reward barn managers for their dedication to their jobs, horses, and riders,” CEO Dr. Gordon Chang explained.

This is a pageant designed around community service and empowering young women. Ng’s motto is, “If everyone was blind, how would you impress people.” When asked why she selected that motto, Ng explained, “Everyone thinks pageants are about beauty, but the pageants I participate in is about inner beauty — how you can help others.” (Right) Amanda Ng and Natalie Santana visit the MorseLife nursing home.

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Garden Club Awards Four Scholarships

The Wellington Garden Club awarded academic scholarships to four outstanding students at its spring luncheon on May 2 at the Wycliffe Golf & Country Club. Scholarship recipients were: Sandy Smith, an environmental science major at Palm Beach State College; Amy Polen, a Palm Beach Central High School senior entering the University of South Florida as an environmental science and policy major; Julie Morell, a Palm Beach Central High School senior entering the University of Central Florida as an environmental science and education major; and David Fisher, a Wellington High School senior entering the University of Florida as a botany major. These students were selected for their outstanding academic and civic records, vetted by the club’s scholarship committee, and recommended by their professors and educators.

Wellington Garden Club President Kathy Siena presided over the luncheon, recognizing Barbara Hadsell and Twig Morris, co-chairs of the club’s recent “Glorious Gardens” Garden Tour event, which provided funds for the scholarships and for youth garden clubs, as well as for environmental summer camp sponsorships, landscaping of Habitat for Humanity homes, and numerous community beautification projects, native plant installations and other programs. This array of projects garnered the club numerous state and regional garden club awards, which also were announced. Wellington Garden Club-sponsored youth garden clubs claimed eight wins at the National Garden Club level. During the past year, the local club sponsored youth garden clubs at Binks Forest Elementary School, Girl Scout Troop 22222, Olympia Jr. Garden Club,

Karen Clawson, John Siena, Sandy Smith, Amy Polen, Julie Morell, David Fisher, Mary Kastner and Toni Riebe. Palm Beach Central High School, through August. The luncheon Pine Jog Elementary School, Wel- co-chairs were Bobbi Ziegler, Barlington High School, Wellington bara Zenker and Judy Schweitzer. Landings Middle School and Guests also enjoyed a fashion Wynnebrook Elementary School. show of “Hats Through the Ages” The luncheon was the final organized by member Dee Rolfe, event of the 2015-16 season. showcasing many hats from her The club takes a break from June personal collection.

S.F. Fair Inducts Two Into Hall Of Fame

The South Florida Fair recently inducted two volunteers into its Hall of Fame. Jack Frost, the fair’s 2015-16 chair, announced that Judy Goodman of Palm Beach and Harold Murphy of Loxahatchee are the 2016 inductees. “In our 104-year history, we have attracted volunteers from all walks of life that have one common denominator,” Frost said, “which is having a love for our fair to make it a true showcase for our community and South Florida.” Goodman joined the fair’s board of directors 36 years ago. Her background includes broadcasting, community service, fundraising and the legal profession. In 1997, she became the first woman to become chair of the fair. She was

instrumental in increasing the financial accountability, its stability and an improvement in financial results. While serving as chair, Goodman obtained the largest grant for Yesteryear Village from the Bureau of Historic Preservation in the amount of $450,000. Murphy joined the board of directors in 1995 after serving as a volunteer. A former Marine, law enforcement officer and a small businessman, he has used his talents and assets for three decades in helping Yesteryear Village become what it is today. He provided the transportation for many of the structures in Yesteryear Village, and the necessary equipment to move and relocate the buildings. Without his help,

Crestwood Students Visit MorseLife Nursing Home While Mother’s Day is about celebrating with your mother, Crestwood Middle School seventh graders Amanda Ng and Natalie Santana took to visiting mothers who do not have their kids nearby. Armed with fans and their smiles, they visited the MorseLife nursing home and brightened the day of many elderly residents. Amanda Ng, reigning Atlantic Coast Preteen, will be competing for a national title at the Royal International Miss Pageant in July.

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Jack Frost, Harold Murphy, Judy Goodman and Rick Vymlatil. Yesteryear Village would be only have greatly contributed to the one third of the size it is today. South Florida Fair & Palm Beach In 2004, the fair’s board initiated County Expositions Inc. They are a means of honoring those who honored in a Hall of Fame area.

Women’s Group To Meet June 2 Women of the Western Communities will meet Thursday, June 2 at the Wanderers Club in Wellington, starting with a happy hour/meet-and-mingle at 6 p.m. Attendees are asked to arrive by 6:30 p.m. The June meeting will feature scholarship presentations, essay readings and the installation of the 2016-17 board of directors. Hope Barron of Barron & Kogan CPAs will be the guest speaker. She will be speaking about her and her partner’s life experiences as women starting their own

company, and the struggles and triumphs they have encountered along the way. The monthly donation for Harmony House will be summer activities for the children, such as coloring books and crayons, school activity books, reading books, puzzles, board games, crafts or playing cards. RSVPs are requested by May 25. The guest fee to attend is $30. For more information, contact Mair Armand at (561) 635-0011 or mair@wwc-fl.com.

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Wellington El Volunteers Honored At Kravis Center The School District of Palm Beach County recently held its annual Volunteer and Business Partners Awards Breakfast at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Wellington Elementary School volunteers were honored at the breakfast. The school also earned the Five Star School Award and the Golden School Award. The Five Star School Award was created by the Commissioner’s Community Involvement Council and is presented annually to those schools that have shown evidence of exemplary community involvement. To earn Five Star School recognition, a school must show

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documentation that it has achieved established criteria in the following categories: business partnerships, family involvement, volunteerism, student community service and school advisory councils. The Florida Department of Education presents the Golden and Silver School Awards to recognize exemplary programs, which promote parent and community involvement in education. Wellington Elementary is proud to have received these honors from the Florida Department of Education, the Palm Beach County School District and the Commissioner’s Community Involvement Council.

Jade Faircloth, Brynn Tiscione, Palm Beach County School Board Chair Chuck Shaw, Cindi Taylor, WES Principal Dr. Maria Vaughan, Amy Bermudez, Jacynda Riaboukha, Julie Dimaiwat and School Superintendent Dr. Robert Avossa.

TKA PREFECT COUNCIL

The King’s Academy recently announced the selection of its 201617 Prefect Council. The council is made up of senior leaders who possess an uncompromising commitment to the school’s values and ideals. To be considered, students must submit a nomination form, go through an interview, and be selected by a team of administrators and teachers. The Prefect Council helps to oversee all areas of student life with emphasis on service not privilege. Prefect Council members include: Academic Prefects Alexis Graves and Carissa Martin; Athletic Prefects Jacob Brodnick, James (Alex) Brown and Olivia Mattessich; Service Prefects Christian Guida and Catherine Hannan; Spiritual Life Prefects Mason Boudreaux, Grace Brintnall, Victoria Kalloo and Jennifer Spell; Student Life Prefects Stephanie Barrett and Thomas Lukas; Unity Prefects Brianne Dunn and Kristina Martin; and Fine Arts Prefects Rhys Lowe and Summer McCarty.

SCHOOL NEWS

Palm Beach Central Tops In Recycling

The School District of Palm Beach County recently completed a study on the amount of paper that is being recycled at schools in the district. Palm Beach Central High School recycled the highest tonnage of all participating schools for a total of 19.5 tons of paper. The Broncos ranked first out of more than 140 participating schools. According to the Recycling Revolution Paper Recycling Facts web site, each ton (2,000 pounds) of recycled paper can save 17 trees, 380 gallons of oil, three cubic yards of landfill space, 4,000 kilowatts of energy and 7,000 gallons

of water, representing a 64 percent energy savings, a 58 percent water savings and 60 pounds less of air pollution. Also, 17 trees saved can absorb a total of 250 pounds of carbon dioxide from the air each year, and burning that same ton of paper would create 1,500 pounds of carbon dioxide. This means that last year, PBCHS saved 331 trees, saved 7,410 gallons of oil, saved 58.5 cubic yards of landfill space, saved 78,000 kilowatt hours of energy, saved 136,500 gallons of water and allowed 4,875 pounds of carbon dioxide to be absorbed from the air.

Palm Beach Central High School recyclers.

WLMS Adds 130 To National Junior Honor Society

New WLMS National Junior Honor Society members.

The National Junior Honor Society at Wellington Landings Middle School inducted 130 new members on Wednesday, May 11. Families and friends attended the ceremony, in which 25 eighth-graders and 105 seventh-graders were admitted to the NJHS. The students have demonstrated a commitment to academic achievement by maintaining a 3.5 GPA. The ceremony included a

celebration of the many service activities that the current National Junior Honor Society members have participated in throughout the year, and a candle-lighting ceremony that emphasized the five qualities that the NJHS seeks in its members: service, scholarship, leadership, character and citizenship. New members were recognized individually. The Wellington Landings Jazz Band also performed during the ceremony.

RPBES Recognized As A Green School Of Quality Royal Palm Beach Elementary School was been recognized as a “Green School of Quality.” This year was the school’s initial attempt to become a Green School through the FAU Pine Jog Environmental Program. The school will receive its recognition during a May 25 awards luncheon. RPBES Bobcats have been doing many green activities for years, but this year, the programs were extended and added to with new green initiatives. In addition to the school garden and major beautification project that began last September, RPBES had already been recycling plastic caps, buttons and paper for local organizations. The Bobcats participated in an expanded version of the recycling program and other additional projects. The school has continued collecting plastic caps for Caps of Love, but has added metal pull-tabs to the collection. There are now six stations at the school to collect water bottles and caps. School

staff, students and parent volunteers collect the water bottles on a rotating basis. Each teacher has posted colorful reminders in their classrooms to turn off electronic devices when not in use. There was also a school-wide bumper sticker contest to encourage saving water. The winning bumper sticker from each grade will be displayed by the water fountains in each classroom of that grade level. The Bobcats continue to be one of the area’s biggest donors to Relay for Life. The school shows its support to other organizations that help people in need through participating in Pennies for Patients, Race for the Cure, the Autism Walk and Hugs & Kisses. It recently held its first community clothing drive, which helped to fund the safety patrol trip to Washington, D.C. Teachers at RPBES include many healthy activities and use recycled materials in their curriculum. For example, there is a

Safety patrol members collect water bottles for recycling. large runners club, Jump Rope for “Going Green” this year has Heart Day, the SMILE Garden, been fun, educational and valued SECME and the Science Cats, as an important part of the school. which all emphasize helping the The Green Team, made up of environment. Many second grad- teachers, administrators, parent ers have been given GeoPalz step volunteers and a fifth-grade stutrackers through a grant award- dent, helped RPBES to receive ed to one of the second-grade the honor of being recognized as teachers. a “Green School of Quality.”

Robin O’Larte Robin O’Larte died peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2016, to be with her Lord and Savior, and reunited with her beloved husband, Al, and grandson, Eric, who preceded her. Gimmer, as she was affectionately known, was very active in her church, St. Peter’s United Methodist Church in Wellington. She loved serving the Lord. One of her greatest joys was riding a camel in The Promised Land. She leaves behind two daughters, Maggie and Linda; six grandchildren, Jade, Stephen, Adam, Gregg, Cayla, and Tessa; two great-grandchildren, Dylan and Stephen IV. We will celebrate her life on Saturday, May 21st, at Palms West Funeral Home between 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to St. Peter’s UMC at 12200 W. Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33414

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WLMS Kindness Ambassadors Earn The Presidential Volunteer Service Award The Kindness Ambassadors Club at Wellington Landings Middle School, sponsored by Karen Epstein, was created last year with a simple purpose in mind: to do something kind each week. These Wellington Landings students enjoy giving back to the school and the community by practicing random acts of kindness. The President’s Volunteer Service Award recognizes and celebrates Americans who make a positive impact as committed volunteers. Nine Kindness Ambassadors have reached the group level bronze award by accumulating 25 hours individually, while the

group has amassed more than 400 volunteer hours. The following students will receive a pin and a certificate from the President of the United States: Sasha Brodtman, Lautaro Desmedt, McKenna Epstein, Sasha Khurana, Amanda Nunez, Madyson Richards, Sofia Sanchez, Sasha Smith and Tatiana Takvorian. Three students have reached personal milestones of service. These students will also receive an individual personalized certificate from the president, as well as a service medal. Smith will receive a silver medal for 75 hours of service; Brodtman and Epstein will receive a bronze medal for 55 and 58 hours of service, respectively.

(Front row) Sasha Khurana, Sasha Brodtman and McKenna Epstein; and (back row) sponsor Karen Epstein, Lautaro Desmedt, Tatiana Takvorian, Sofia Sanchez, Sasha Smith and Madyson Richards. Not shown: Amanda Nunez.

WES Junior Journalists Club On The Write Track

There’s a new club at Wellington Elementary School. It is called the Journalism/Newspaper Club. First through fifth graders are invited to join. The club, which began in February, currently has 30 members and meets once or twice a week. Students learn how to write articles, edit, polish their writing skills, develop interviewing skills and learn how to create a school newspaper. They enjoy the lessons taught weekly by Cathy Eckstein, who started the club. “This club helps you become a newspaper journalist when you

Classes at all grade levels payed special homage to mothers for Mother’s Day at New Horizons Elementary School by inviting them to school for special events. Shown above, fourth grade dual language students and parents celebrated “Groovy Mamas” by dressing in 1970s outfits and performing period dances, including “Stayin’ Alive.” Third grade dual language students and parents, shown below, wore hats to the theme “Hats and Heels” and dramatized the book “Where the Wild Mums Are” to honor their mothers.

(Right) Club members with Viviana Coleman, Sylvia Hernandez and Cathy Eckstein.

Michele Blecher. Dance routines consisted of contemporary, jazz, tap, musical theater and hip-hop dance. Music for the dance routines came from the Broadway shows Chorus Line, Wicked, Burlesque, Chicago, Steppin’ Out, Shrek, Mayflower, Tarzan, Saturday Night Fever, Movin’ Out, Fame, Dirty Dancing, Annie,

and graduating seniors were given their honor chords.

Senior soloists (front row) Dallas Bailey, Chelsea Rodriguez, Rudi Reid, Ashley Telisme and Claudia Roebuck; and (back row) Jeneen Burrell, Stephanie Sanchez and Lazaro Palenzuela Jr.

The cast of “Broadway Babies.”

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Famous and Annie Get Your Gun. The night highlighted senior solos,

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get older,” second-grader Alexa Anderson said. The club has already written a few articles together for local newspapers. A school newspaper will be published at the end of May. “This club can help you become a better writer,” fourth-grader Santiago Mora added. The students are making great progress, Eckstein said. They look forward to publishing a monthly newspaper next school year.

RPBHS Dancers Perform ‘Broadway Babies’ The Wildcat Dancers Dance Team and the Royal Palm Beach Dancers performed their final spring performance, “Broadway Babies,” on April 28 in the RPBHS auditorium. The show included 27 dance routines based on various Broadway shows, all masterly choreographed by Dance Director

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LGES STUDENTS PERFORM AT KRAVIS

Loxahatchee Groves Elementary School is proud of students Megan Crompton and Nairi Martinez. They performed at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, May 12 at the 24th annual Spotlight on Young Musicians Concert. Shown to the right is music teacher Laurie Brisson with Megan Crompton and Nairi Martinez.

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Accused Of Being A Hypochondriac, I’m Worried Sick About It One of my favorite old jokes is about the hypochondriac whose gravestone reads, “I told you I was sick.” But the joke hit a bit too close to home when my daughter switched from her doctor to mine and, in a getting-to-knowyou conversation, the two of them agreed that I am a hypochondriac. I’m not! I just know when I’m sick. Truth be told, I am one of the healthiest people I know, knock on wood. (Knocking on wood is one of my most reliable forms of preventive medicine. That, and m&m’s.) But really. Aside from a vague, unidentifiable pain in my thigh which could

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The Sonic BOOMER be bursitis, but is more likely to have been caused by that table I walked into yesterday, I’m fine. And then there’s the fact that I’ve begun letting my sentences trail off It could be a sign of a debilitating

neurological disorder, but maybe it’s just a family thing. As my 87-year-old mother impatiently puts it, “We know how they end!” That’s what I love about my parents. Nothing is serious. Even as children, our fears were relieved by never being taken seriously. My sister Pam actually came up from the basement with a Pick-Up Stick poking out of her eyeball and my mother demanded, “Do you want to go to the emergency room? Is that what you want?” With that kind of threat hanging over her head, Pam hurriedly pulled it out. No kid wants to go to the emergency room.

My siblings and I cured a lot of our own maladies. Half the time, we didn’t even tell our parents anything was going on. My arm was broken for two days before I told them. I wouldn’t have mentioned it at all, but mom asked why it was just hanging there, limp. I knew then I should’ve done a better job of covering that up. I could’ve tied a string to one finger, threaded it through the back of my sweater and pulled the arm up and down with the other hand. I guess the pain kept me from thinking clearly. So I was taken to the doctor, and a big, heavy, itchy, white cast was put on it. That’s what I got for complaining.

So, fast forward back to the future, I resent that I am now being considered a hypochondriac. You see, I had started to read articles that said you need to speak up in the doctor’s office, to be an advocate for your own health. If, like I did, you take that advice one step further by trying to self-diagnose via WebMD, well, there you go. I thought I was being helpful. Evidently doctors hate that. So it’s back to “mum’s the word,” “knock on wood” and a big sack of peanut m&m’s, the prescription that has never steered me wrong. And it’s affordable.

Foster’s ‘Money Monster’ Is Quick-Moving And Well-Produced The new Jodie Foster film Money Monster is a rarity these days. It is taut, interesting, and moves quickly. Foster was smart enough to keep the movie relatively short (an hour and 40 minutes in an era of two-and-a-half-hour films) so that there are few down times. With a really good cast, this is a movie to see, particularly if you are an intelligent adult. Lee Gates (George Clooney) runs a wild investment advice show on the “Financial News Network” called, not surprisingly, “Money Monster.” The show is a great parody of several shows on CNBC. He comes on in costume, has dancers with him and then touts different stocks. Some folks call him the money monster. He is rich and has dozens of people begging to talk to him. But one night, a young man, Kyle (Jack O’Connell), intrudes onto the set with a gun and an explosive vest he puts on Gates with a “dead man’s trigger,” one

‘I’ On CULTURE By Leonard Wechsler that will go off if he takes his finger off it, in his hand, meaning that the bomb would trigger if the police shot him. Kyle has lost his life savings by investing in IBIS Global Capital, a firm that Gates had touted as a sure thing. The day before these events took place, a “computer glitch in the algorithm” had led to an $800 million loss and the stock price had collapsed. Kyle demanded an explanation. The director of the show, Patty Fenn (Julia Roberts), calls the police and keeps Kyle and Gates on the air.

And so the circus begins. Gates has no idea why the computer had the glitch but, trying to stay alive, he tries to get some answers. The public relations person from IBIS, Diane Lester (Caitriona Balfe), is less than helpful, and the head of the company, Walt Camby (Dominic West), is “somewhere in the air” in a private jet and not available. Things very quickly go wrong. No one quite understands what the glitch was, the police are planning ways to intervene that seem both reasonable and nuts, and Kyle’s pregnant girlfriend (Emily Meade) is, at best, counterproductive. Fenn does her best to find out what happened to create the glitch as Camby arrives in New York. And then things go even crazier as Kyle and Gates wind up walking through the Wall Street area followed by dozens of cops pointing rifles. At that point, New York City people join in the fun. It all

ends with a confrontation. There is a wonderful sense of controlled chaos throughout. Roberts plays Patty, the one steady rock that works through the process of getting information to save Gates’ life, even though she had plans to leave her job because of the way he treated her. It is her best performance in years. There are no cutesy bits for her; she is just a really smart, cool woman. Clooney gives a bravura performance. He is perfect as the smug sleaze in the beginning, but he masterfully manages to become far more sympathetic as events unfold, and his performance makes those changes seem natural. O’Connell is also excellent with his almost out-of-control rage that somehow, at times, seems sweet. The supporting cast is also excellent. Balfe manages to handle the ambiguous nature of her role quite well. Christopher Denham as the put-upon producer provides comic relief. Giancarlo Esposito

does his usual really good job as the head of the police, and Emily Meade in her one short scene is hilariously furious. Although the movie is an indictment of corruption in the business world, it provides a message about our dependence on computers. We hear about algorithms and glitches and assume that someone, somehow, will fix them. We have no idea who is actually watching for mistakes. Too often, those with a lot of power can use them to hurt us and, in many cases, we just never know. How many of us actually know what an algorithm does? Foster has directed a really good film. There were some plot holes and a few contradictions, yet the combination of interesting ideas, possible violence, mixed with occasional humor, all holds together really well. If you want a movie without superheroes, whether human, mutants or turtles, this is a good one to see.

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HONOR FLIGHT VETERANS RETURN HOME TO A PATRIOTIC WELCOME AT PBIA

Southeast Florida Honor Flight brought 22 World War II veterans and 61 Korean War veterans to Washington, D.C., on Saturday, May 14. They returned to Palm Beach International Airport after a long day visiting memorials. This marked the first trip where there were more Korean War veterans than World War II Veterans. The next trips take place on Sept. 10 and Oct. 8. For more information, visit www.honorflightsefl.org. PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

Veteran Gus Saconni with his family.

Stephanie and Ashlyn Tucker note the next Honor Flight.

WWII veteran Allan Levick greets well-wishers upon his return.

Dorothy and Korean War veteran Karl Rettig.

Knights of Columbus of Our Lady Queen of Peace Assembly 2709.

Bonnie Lewis, Ben Wright, Jeffrey Lewis, Toni and Michael Gruber with Korean War veteran Gilbert Lewis.

WWII veteran Gerard Halern with Sloan Mathis.

Isabella Canut with Korean War Veteran Hymen Capsuto.

ELBRIDGE GALE ELEMENTARY AFTERCARE STAGES DISNEY’S ‘LION KING JR.’

Elbridge Gale Elementary School’s aftercare program staged a production of Disney’s The Lion King Jr. on Friday, May 13 at the school cafeteria. The show was directed by Andrew Spinelli (musical director) and Ashlley Rodriguez (choreographer). PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

Paul Miller (Scar) with hyenas Dominique Jones (Shenzi), Lily Edmiston (Banzai) and Noah Kraft (Ed).

The cast of The Lion King Jr. with Andrew Spinelli (left) and Ashlley Rodriguez (right).

McKenna Wickers (older Nala) with Matthew Ruiz (older Simba).

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WELLINGTON RELAY FOR LIFE HOLDS WRAP-UP PARTY AT HURRICANE GRILL

The Wellington Relay for Life held a wrap-up celebration Thursday, May 12 at Hurricane Grill & Wings in the Marketplace at Wycliffe to recognize the approximately 30 teams and 165 participants that together raised $24,599.32 during last month’s benefit for the American Cancer Society at Palm Beach Central High School. PHOTOS BY JASON STROMBERG/TOWN-CRIER

Dancers Against Cancer was the top fundraising team. Shown are Diana Devine, Julianna Monroe, Nicolette Forkel, Sophia Chambers, Emma Jaffe, Kirrah Quirke and Patricia Monroe.

Chris Wood and Joanna Cunningham.

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continued from page 1 this business with an idea, and I thank Mr. Crocetti for the kind words, but the only thing I’ll take credit for is helping to have the idea for this,” Marshall said. “The grunt work of running this thing and putting it together has been the Palm Beach State instructors, specifically lead instructor Mark Davis, and all the professionals who have guided me along the way. It has been an incredible three years, and I just can’t wait for this academy to prosper and grow.” From the beginning, Marshall said, the academy had the motto: “First In, Last Out.” “When we say that at the start of every single class — and we call our classes divisions — we’re honoring the 343 from 9/11,” Marshall explained. “We’re honoring all of the first responders who have made the ultimate sacrifice.” The partnership between WHS and Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue has been instrumental, Marshall said. Class leader Cadet Brandon Yurick led the cadets in the Firefighter Pledge before offering words of wisdom. “Mr. Marshall has been like a father to all of us over these years. He has been pouring everything he has into this program,” Yurick said. “That first year, he really was very important to us. He is the embodiment of what a teacher and educator really should be. He really took interest in each and every one of his cadets and ensured that no matter how much he didn’t know, we would learn what he didn’t know and then some.”

Jeffrey Alexander, Bill Jupp and Peggy Jupp. Yurick thanked the school district for taking a chance and allowing the program, along with Crocetti, who helped the program purchase supplies, investing it without any guarantees. Yurick thanked the program’s supporters at Palm Beach State College and his fellow cadets, who he said have become family. Davis was given the task of recognizing the program’s instructional staff. Instructors have come from as far away as Brevard County to teach the students, Davis said. “You can call me ‘lead instructor’ if you want, but we’re a team,” he said. “These guys, I couldn’t do anything without them.” PBCFR, the Town of Palm Beach, the City of Boca Raton and Martin County, Davis said, deserve special thanks. Between them, almost 150 sets of gear were donated to the program. “Gear and equipment are very important. I’d like to thank these guys,” Davis said. Retired Boynton Beach Fire Chief Ray Carter, with 43 years of service, was the keynote speaker. He offered the cadets advice on “the greatest profession in the world,” with seven points that he has learned and they should remember: 1. Get over yourself: “The profession of being a firefighter is about teamwork, it is not about individuals doing spectacular things... At some point in your career, your life, and the life of somebody else in the public, will count and depend on that teamwork. It will not be an individual effort that will save a life out there.” 2. Education never ends: “Every single encounter that you have in your profession as a firefighter will teach you something. Take that to heart.”

Mandi London, Marisa Pence, Holly Cosentino, Lisa Noel and Shelley Siegel.

Joe Cosentino, Holly Cosentino, Marisa Pence and Lisa Hafer. 3. Be prepared to laugh: “The human race does some of the funniest stuff you will ever see in your entire life.” 4. Be prepared to cry: “As funny as the human race is and can be… they have a way of making you cry. They have a way of doing things that are unthinkable to one another, and whenever that happens, you — you — will be the professionals who are called to take care of what goes wrong.” 5. 343: “Remember the number 343. That’s the number of firefighters from FDNY who gave their lives on Sept. 11, 2001, in an effort to save thousands of civilians, thousands of people, from an almost certain death… Remember that number always. Every day you go to work, every time you do good work in the fire service, you will be paying tribute to the lives that they gave to save those thousands of people. Make them proud.” 6. Stay in excellent physical shape: “The word stamina takes on a whole new meaning whenever your lieutenant tells you to take out the ceiling and the temperature in that room is about 1,100 degrees and you’re wearing 60 pounds of gear and you have to perform because somebody’s life depends on it.” 7. Know your support system: “Make sure that every day you go to work, you look at your loved ones and you tell them how much you care about them, that their lives are just as important as being a firefighter, because they’re your support mechanism.” Marshall thanked sponsors, supporters and teachers for their service to the Wellington High School Fire Academy. Finally, Cadet Miqueas Paredes presented Marshall with the class project — a personalized

lectern for him, handmade by the students. “I’m a big fan of closing the circle of life, and this circle will be closed when one of them is stand-

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continued from page 7 responsible for 54 wins and eight losses during the team’s most recent seasons. Coach Stephanie Weiss filled in for girls basketball coach Randy Soto to introduce students Aurelia Lebron and Latoya Ashman. “Aurelia LeBron is very passionate about basketball, is very committed and very coachable,” Weiss said. “She will be attending Johnson & Wales [University] in Miami,” Weiss said. Ashman will be attending Florida SouthWestern State College. FSW’s coach Kristy Ward at-

tended the ceremony to welcome Ashman. “We are super-excited about Latoya joining our program,” Ward said. “We want to build strong character in our student-athletes, and she completely fits the bill on the academic standards, on the athletic, of course, and all the things that she’s going to contribute to our institution and our community.” Baseball coach Scott Riddle introduced student Jake Silver, who will be attending Vassar College. “When we bring kids into the baseball program at Wellington, we ask for a couple of things,” Riddle said. “Most importantly, we ask for our efforts, character and hard work in the classroom. We don’t necessarily ask that they be best on the field, most athletic.

We just want them to do these three things. Not that he’s not. That’s not the point. What we ask for is effort, coachability and character. Jake has been in the top 10 in his class for four years running. His leadership on the field has led the baseball team to 37 wins in the last two years.” Silver is always putting more work in, Riddle said, and is someone who will be missed on and off the field. Before the students left, Fitzhugh asked them to thank their coaches and their parents. She reminded the students that they have athletics, classes and college life to deal with in their future. “Mom and dad, they belong to somebody else now,” she said as the students signed their papers.

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ing here in the fire academy room coming in off shift and teaching our cadets, and I believe that will happen,” Marshall said. Aside from Paredes and Yurick,

the other graduation cadets from the inaugural class are: Avery Binnix, Justin Shahin, Christian Freeland, Brandon Guyn and Chris Tollinger.

Retired Boynton Beach Fire Chief Ray Carter.

PBCFR District Chief Chris Yurick presents Cadet Brandon Yurick with his certificate.

Lead Instructor Mark Davis.

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Ryan Pence with his certificate.

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Graduating cadets Avery Binnix, Miqueas Paredes, Justin Shahin, Christian Freeland, Brandon Yurick, Brandon Guyn and Chris Tollinger.

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continued from page 1 sides of it — what his fears were and what the advantages are,” Hall said. “We wanted a local resident who has just gone through it to come speak.” In April, they had county code enforcement talk about transitions to incorporation. Hall stressed that the ALA is not taking a stand, but trying to present the pros and cons of incorporation. “After the June meeting, the ALA will no longer be involved with the issue of incorporation,” she said, explaining that Tipton advised them that a PAC would be an appropriate organization to pursue incorporation. “They would be known as the spearhead for incorporation, so wearing another hat as ALA president, I have been involved in starting a grassroots organization called PLAN, Preserve the Lifestyle of the Acreage Now,” Hall said. The organization is setting up a web site and has an active Facebook page. “Our mission is several things,” she said. “One is to protect our agricultural codes. We want to preserve the fact that people can have

chickens in their back yards, and pigs and goats and whatever they want, and it would not change as developments come along. People who don’t want to hear roosters in the morning can move someplace else. We want to have a municipality that would protect the rights of people here in The Acreage to continue their agriculture.” Another goal is to allow people to operate businesses out of their homes, which is strictly regulated by the county. “We have a lot of people who are self-employed, and the county can come and shut them down because their codes don’t allow it,” Hall said. Self-government may be the only way to get those protections, she said. “The way we want to do it is to create our own government, which is elected by the residents of The Acreage and responsible to the residents of The Acreage,” Hall said. The area’s current governing board, the Palm Beach County Commission, has only one out of seven commissioners elected to represent them. “They don’t listen to us because we don’t elect them,” Hall said. “We need a representative government where we elect all of them.” She pointed out that the county commission meets downtown on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m., which is

difficult for Acreage residents to attend. “If you’re not there for something, they say, ‘Well the residents don’t care about this, or they would find a way to show up,’ which is just nonsense, because people are not going to burn up their vacation days to go down there,” Hall said. “If we had our government here, they could meet in the evenings right here, and people would have more of a say in the decisions.” Hall invited the entire community to attend PLAN’s first meeting on May 25. “We’re hoping that people who have heard about the incorporation and are interested in it would show up for that,” she said. “It will be before the June 14 meeting, where they’ll actually get into details about how to proceed.” Hall said that the prevailing reason for incorporation is to protect The Acreage from encroaching development, and to get a better voice than just one out of seven county commissioners. “We’re trying to protect what we have and not let it disappear, so a vote for incorporation is to keep it the way it is,” she said. More information about the past ALA meetings is available at www.acreagelandowners.com. Learn more about PLAN at www. facebook.com/preservethelifestyleoftheacreagenow.

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BUBBLES & BOUQUETS AT BINKS RAISES MONEY FOR PETALS WITH PURPOSE

The second annual Bubbles & Bouquets, to benefit Petals With Purpose, was held Sunday, May 15 at the Binks Forest Golf Club. Five couples competed in a floral arranging contest with flowers from Wellington Florist after guests enjoyed a brunch by Aaron’s Catering of the Palm Beaches and desserts by Tami’s Tasti Treats, a raffle and a silent auction. For more information, visit www.bubblespwp.com. PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

John and Shay Discepolo with their creation.

Jackie Hickman, Nicki Brower, Julie and Aaron Menitoff, and Christina Lambert.

Karyn and Evan Turk with their bouquet.

Camryn Del Rio Linton and Omari Linton with their design.

Brittany Miller and Ryan Beckett show off their bouquet.

The winning team of Christie and Bettina Gannon with friends. (L-R) Ella Rose Anthony, Liora Kozakoff, Bettina Gannon, Lilla Wareham, Darina Seims and Christie Gannon.

J.P. and Melissa Varvarigos from Wellington Florist.

Karyn and Meila Turk with Ceara Moran.

YOUNG PLAYERS COMPETE AT PALM BEACH CHESS ACADEMY TOURNAMENT

Chabad of Wellington hosted the 29th annual Palm Beach County Unrated Chess Tournament on Sunday, May 15 in Royal Palm Beach. The chess tournament was organized by the Palm Beach Chess Academy. About 30 students from kindergarten through high school played in three divisions. Trophies were given for the top three players in each division and top female in each division. For PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER more info., contact chessacademypb@gmail.com or call (561) 413-8768.

Palm Beach Chess Academy President Michelle Nelson, Vice President William McCue and Scholastic Director Antonios Loudaros with Rabbi Mendy Muskal.

Henry She and Alejandro Cordero at the chess board.

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Joe Mangravito Planning Another Horse Training Clinic

I had watched Joe Mangravito, a certified John Lyons instructor, work with horses, and each time I found myself saying the same thing: “I want to learn how to do that.” So when he offered me the chance to sit in on a two-week training clinic, I was ecstatic. We met from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday last fall at Joe’s A Perfect Horse Ranch in Loxahatchee. The other three participants were Linda Sabol, Valerie Shields and Tom Panico. I’ve known Linda for more than 30 years. She rides for pleasure and would like to do local shows. Her goal was to learn how to train her horses to be safe and enjoyable, and to be able to trailer-load them quickly and quietly. Valerie wanted to have stronger communication with her two jumpers, which she shows at the Winter Equestrian Festival. “I heard great things about Joe,” she said. “I want my horses to go forward willingly, and to have better ground manners. I like Joe’s method, because he can modify unwelcome behaviors without whips or spurs.” Tom was perhaps the most interesting student because he doesn’t ride. His two teenage daughters ride and jump his Thoroughbred mare. “She has tremendous potential, but she’s out of control a lot, especially at shows. What I want is a perfect horse.” Which is the name of Joe’s ranch and busi-

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Tales From The Trails By Ellen Rosenberg ness. “A perfect horse is one that never says ‘no,’” he explained. “You get that by never asking the horse to do something unreasonable or something he doesn’t understand or can’t achieve.” We spent a bunch of time sitting in a large, comfortable screened-in pavilion overlooking the pastures. Joe’s two young zebras frequently strolled by. Joe had his John Lyons manual in front of him and referred to it, but mostly he talked. This was the only part of the clinic that I found a bit frustrating. I’m not much for small talk, but Joe is a serious talker. His stories filled hours. But still we learned, starting with concepts and theories. “There are no rules, except for the big three: Don’t do something that might hurt you, don’t do something that might hurt the horse, and the horse should be calmer when you finish than he was when you started,” he said. “If the horse makes a mistake, it’s always your fault. The horse always does what he thinks is right. They’re conditioned-response animals, so they learn what we teach them. Their

Tom Panico watching Joe Mangravito work with a horse. reward is releasing pressure. Whatever the horse is doing, when the pressure is released, that’s what he thinks is right. This clinic will give you the tools to connect with your horse physically, mentally and emotionally. How you use them is up to you.” Joe stressed that his training isn’t magic but common sense. And, he warned us, it would change not just how we related to our horses, but how we dealt with all sorts of other aspects of our lives. “You’ll learn how to focus,” he said. “You’ll understand yourself better. You’ll view personal relationships differently.”

The basis of the training is something called the WESN lesson, so-called because you’re asking the horse to move in all four directions (west, east, south and north). “If you ask a horse to do something and don’t get an immediate response, have patience, wait, keep asking, and reward even the smallest try,” Joe said. We practiced the WESN lesson with Joe’s horses, mostly in-hand, and later, mounted. Basically, you get the horse’s feet moving, then moving consistently, then moving in the See ROSENBERG, page 31

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Okeeheelee Golf Course Now Offers Free Sunscreen On Thursday, May 5, County Commissioner Paulette Burdick, the Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation Department and the Richard David Kann Melanoma Foundation gathered at the county’s Okeeheelee Golf Course for an unveiling ceremony launching the first location of a public sunscreen dispenser in a county park. According to the foundation, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. With the summer months approaching, it is important to take action to stay safe in the sun. Visitors to the Okeeheelee Golf Course will now have access to sun

protection by way of a sunscreen dispenser, free of charge. “While we push hard for people to get outdoors and be active, we want them to be sun-safe as well,” said Eric Call, director of the Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation Department. This partnership between the county and the Richard David Kann Melanoma Foundation helps promote sun safety and provide protection against the potentially deadly effects of overexposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays. Okeeheelee Golf Course is located at 7715 Forest Hill Blvd. The Palm Beach County Parks & Rec-

reation Department operates more than 80 regional, district, community, beach and neighborhood parks, spanning several thousand acres. The department’s mission is to make the quality of life for Palm Beach County residents and visitors better by providing diverse, safe and affordable recreation services, welcoming parks, and enriching social and cultural experiences. This is achieved by promoting wellness, fostering environmental stewardship, contributing economic value, and by improving the community every day for this and future generations. Visit www.pbcparks.com for more information.

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Perfect 10 Archery Hosting Event On June 4 To Celebrate Olympic Day The spirit of the Olympic movement will roll into West Palm Beach as Perfect 10 Archery hosts a “Summer Olympics Family Fun Day” in celebration of Olympic Day. Around the world, more than 160 countries take part in the annual celebration. Olympic Day, created in 1948 to commemorate the birth of the modern Olympic Games, focuses on the Olympic values and ideals such as fair play, perseverance,

respect and sportsmanship. Perfect 10 Archery is celebrating its special Summer Olympics Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 4 at its location in West Palm Beach from noon to 6 p.m. The company will be hosting archery, air rifle, soccer and Olympic art, along with Allegiances Athletes in dancing, gymnastics, tumbling and more. Headlining the event will be Jennifer Samsel, an athlete and a USA Archery Level III coach who

is a state and national champion in Olympic archery. There will also be a special guest visit by Palm Beach Fire-Rescue personnel from 1 to 2 p.m. “We are excited to take part in Olympic Day and inspire kids in the community,” said Samsel, who is the CEO of Perfect 10. “Perfect 10 Archery is proud to support the Olympic movement and encourage children to lead healthy, active lives.”

The Perfect 10 Archery activity is one of more than 2,000 events taking place nationwide during June. The events, designed to engage youth and promote the ideals of the Olympic movement, feature athlete appearances, family-friendly activities and interactive learning experiences. In the United States, Olympic Day events range from small gatherings to large, citywide events. Perfect 10 Archery offers youth

and adult group classes in archery; programs such as archery competitions, special events, camps and certification courses; and services such as bow tuning. The facility is located just off Southern Blvd. at 342 Pike Road, Suite 27, in suburban West Palm Beach. For more information about Summer Olympics Family Fun Day, e-mail Jennifer Samsel at info@ perfect10archery.com or call (561) 203-6633.

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North Palm Beach Mother Designs Unique Clothing Line

The American Heart Association reports that about one in three American children and teens are overweight or obese, and that the prevalence of obesity in children more than tripled from 1971 to 2011. With good reason, childhood obesity is now the No. 1 health concern among parents in the United States. For one local mother, the issue was much closer to home. Her daughter, suffering from childhood obesity due to insulin resistance, was also dealing with self-esteem issues because mass-marketed clothing did not flatter her young body’s dimensions. The combination of managing a

health issue while searching for age-appropriate clothing inspired Elena Hartmanis Sher of North Palm Beach to develop the Sunflower Girlz clothing line. “Sunflower Girlz is a clothing line for moms, like myself, trying to navigate their way through life with an overweight child, or just a larger child,” Hartmanis Sher said. “My daughter, now 5, became overweight when she was 2. All of a sudden, her height and her weight were off the charts. I wanted to create clothes that grow with girls, and that are lightweight, flexible and breathable. I wanted the line to make these girls feel beautiful.”

Hartmanis found that larger children’s sizes, such as 6x and 8x, did not properly fit her daughter, often being too long and requiring hemming. Sunflower Girlz ensembles are designed to accommodate larger waistlines and midsections without adding more length. The line is also designed to be pretty and help girls feel attractive and confident in their clothing. Combating the negative comments and assumptions people made about the origins of her daughter’s weight gain was of significance to Hartmanis Sher. After much research, her family discovered that her daughter was

insulin-resistant, which led her body to retain weight and process sugars differently than other children. “I have encountered a lot of judgment and opinion from friends, family and strangers. I wanted to develop a clothing line that encompasses the well-being of mind and body,” she said. “I am not a doctor, nutritionist or psychologist. I just plan to offer the tools and techniques I am using that are helpful to me and my family, and I hope they can be helpful to others as well.” To learn more about Sunflower Girlz, visit www.sunflowergirlz. com.

Sunflower Girlz ensembles are designed to accommodate larger waistlines and midsections.

Wellington Family-Owned Décor Company Celebrates 10th Anniversary

ed the business in 2006 after her daughters, Amanda and Megan, graduated from Wellington High School and left the nest to attend college. After they graduated from Florida State University, the two joined their mother to help run the rapidly expanding family business. “This truly is a dream job,” said Amanda, the older sister and D2D marketing director. “Being able to do what we love, with the people we love the most… it doesn’t get much better than that!”

From its humble origins as a one-person niche business operating out of the family’s garage, D2D managed to survive the economic downturn and subsequently thrive due to a simple philosophy: provide custom-designed rooms that any neighbor would envy. This philosophy continues to pay off, as evidenced by D2D’s feature on Good Morning America and its large social media following. “This is the American dream: Stay-at-home mom takes an idea to

fruition and now allows other stayat-home moms the ability to earn income from their homes without sacrificing the value of family,” Robin said. “It has been an unexpected joy to have my daughters partner with me on this adventure.” Despite their success, the mother-daughters trio is far from complacent. In addition to the regular products they sell, such as custom pillows, designer bedding and monogrammed everything, Robin and her team are constantly

brainstorming new ideas to stay competitive. “It’s challenging,” said younger daughter Megan, D2D’s creative director, “but we’re passionate about what we do. Our favorite hobby and our livelihood happen to be the same thing, and I think that’s what keeps our products bold and fresh — we have fun with it, and it shows.” Offering designer-created bedin-a-bag sets, as well as an entire design-your-own platform, Décor 2 Ur Door can transform any room.

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Breakers West Summer Camp 2016 is calling all campers for a summer of fun. Sports-minded, adventure-seeking, nature-loving kids, ages 4-14, will find something for everyone at Breakers West Country Club this summer. Enjoy golf, tennis, basketball, swimming, wildlife demonstrations, magic shows, arts & crafts, science projects, themed weeks, Family Activity Center fun and much more. Camp runs Monday through Friday, from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m., June 6 to Aug. 19. Lunch is included, and all campers receive a special camp backpack, T-shirt and water bottle. After-care is also available. For more information, or to register for camp, call (561) 422-4915. Dance Unlimited in Lake Worth will be offering three different summer camps this season: a ballet/contemporary intensive the weeks of June 13, 20 and 27; a princess camp for ages 4 to 7 the weeks of July 11, 18, 25 and Aug. 1; and a musical theater/dance camp for ages 7 and up the weeks of July 11, 18, 25 and Aug. 1. The summer intensive is for dancers ages 7 and up with a strong desire to improve. Ballet, pointe and contemporary classes will be joined by classes in jazz, hip-hop, acrobatics, pilates, and strength and conditioning. Princess camp will be Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a performance each Thursday at noon. Musical theater camp will run Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with a performance each Friday at 3 p.m. The summer intensive camp will run 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more info., call (561) 641-2063 or visit www.dance-unlimited.com. The Junior Golf Camp at the Okeeheelee Golf Course, the Park Ridge Golf Course and the John Prince Golf Learning Center through the Junior Golf Foundation of America is now accepting summer camp registrations. New or seasoned golfers will develop skills while having a blast doing so. The JGFA provides junior golfers with the tools to enjoy the game for a lifetime. Professional PGA/ LPGA golf instructors, trained coaches and staff are carefully picked for their love of junior golf, teaching abilities and inspirational approach. The program emphasizes safety, fun, sportsmanship and personal attention. Camps run June 6 through Aug. 12, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (option available at Okeeheelee). Written evaluation reports, prizes/ trophies, official JGFA items, a certificate of completion and a pizza party on the last day are included. Also available are camps for 3 to 5 year olds, camps for advanced/tournament golfers, junior golf tournaments, weekly programs, leagues, walk-up clinics and more. For more info., visit www. jgfa.org or call (561) 964-GOLF. Palm Beach Super Tae Kwon Do is offering a summer special for its classes, which are taught by a World Tae Kwon Do Federation 8th degree grandmaster. The summer special is running for nine weeks at $149, plus a free uniform. Palm Beach Super Tae Kwon Do’s summer martial arts program teaches men, women, teens, children and families to have fun, build confidence, learn self-defense, and also achieve a positive mind, strong body and healthy spirit. The program also teaches weapons trainings. For more info., stop by 13860 Wellington Trace, Suite 24/25, in the Wellington Courtyard Shops next to Publix, visit www.supertaekwondo.net or call (561) 795-1199. Primary Code is an elite coding boot camp. Students will learn everything they need to know to develop web sites for clients at a professional level. Camp runs Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Students will learn to produce world-class web sites optimized for mobile, tablet and desktop devices using Ruby on Rails, CSS, HTML and JavaScript, and have fun along the way through group collaboration projects and organized field trips to the beach and river kayaking. This is an intensive program. A laptop and basic HTML and CSS knowledge are required. An interview can be scheduled via an e-mail to inquiries@primarycode.com. St. Peter’s Summer Camp in Wellington will offer campers arts and crafts, academic enrichment, water play, outdoor play and lots of hands-on fun. The themes for this year’s camps include: the Mighty Jungle; Cave Quest; Let’s Go Camping; Arctic Adventure; the Desert; Down on the Farm; Oceans, Lakes & Rivers; and Space, the Last Frontier. St. Peter’s Enrichment Center offers a fun, educational camp for children ages 3 through first grade. Camp start dates are June 13, June 20, June 27, July 5, July 11, July 18, July 25 and Aug. 1. Visit www.stpeterscec.com for enrollment. Call (561) 798-3286 for more info.

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SRHS Baseball Falls To Hagerty 4-0 In Regional Final

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report On Tuesday, May 10, the Seminole Ridge High School varsity baseball team hosted Hagerty High School in the Class 8A regional finals, but fell short 4-0 before what was believed to be the largest crowd in Hawks baseball history. What the Hawks did do this season is make history. They won the district crown for the first time, made a regional finals appearance and finished the season with an

impressive 21-6-1 record. “Right now, we’re hurting real bad, but in a couple of weeks we’ll grow to appreciate what a great season we had,” head coach Trent Pendergast said. “We had a great group of kids.” The game was close early, despite the Huskies taking a 1-0 lead entering the second inning. By the top of the fourth inning, the score remained 1-0 with both teams struggling to make any headway on offense, due mostly in part to strong defensive

C.J. Bottiglieri slides in to second base after a line drive hit.

play by both teams in the field. The top of the fourth inning looked as if the Hawks would turn over another run, but stellar outfield play by Joey Schergen and pitcher Kyle Farjad diffused the situation. The Hagerty batter snapped a line drive down left field that hit the fence. Schergen quickly recovered the ball, holding the runner at third. With two outs, Farjad retired the next batter from the mound to avoid a two-run deficit. The top of the fifth inning proved

Seminole Ridge pitcher Kyle Farjad throws to the plate.

difficult for the Hawks after struggling at the plate to get the equalizing run. Confusion in the infield resulted in the Huskies adding to their tally, making it 2-0. The bottom of the fifth inning looked as if the Hawks would work their magic, connecting with the ball at the plate. The Huskies outfield would not have it, though, and put together an impressive display of defense. The Hawks clawed back, getting runners on second and third with hopes of equalizing, but

they were sitting on two outs, and eventually were denied the chance to send runs in by a closed-fisted Hagerty defense. Farjad came up big for the Hawks again on the mound in the sixth inning to get his team back into the game, but the top of the seventh kicked the Hawks into a deeper hole. Hagerty, again, with two outs and runners on second and third, slapped a two-run triple down the left-field line. The play pushed the Huskies See BASEBALL, page 30

First baseman Keaton Baird tries to get the Hagerty runner out after he took a long lead off the base. PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

Huge Turnout For Wellington Spring Football Training

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The floodgates opened at Wellington High School’s football program this spring, and the Wolverines look to continue their winning ways as they work through the spring and plan for the fall season. Wellington started with more than 100 student-athletes reporting for the first day of spring practice.

Wellington receiver Sage ChenYoung leaps up for the catch.

Wellington was once the opponent other teams looked forward to playing for a guaranteed win. Head coach Tom Abel has changed that, entering his fifth season as the helm. In his third year, the Wolverines made school history and finished with an 11-2 record, a district title and a regional finals appearance. Last season, Wellington finished 7-4, earned district runner-up and

made a regional quarterfinals appearance. “We set the goal, the expectations are high and we believe we can reach it,” Abel said. “We talk about being the leaders, and we talk about being champions every single day.” Last season, Wellington claimed local bragging rights, with wins over all three area teams, Royal Palm Beach, Palm Beach Central and Seminole Ridge.

Wellington head coach Tom Abel addresses the team after a practice.

The Wolverines will have several holes to fill due to graduation, starting at slot receiver. Wellington loses All-American and two-time player of the year Ahmmon Richards, who will suit up as a Hurricane in the fall. Also gone is quarterback Blake Dever to Savannah State, and all-county first team offensive tackle Harry Paul to the University of Chicago.

“We’re very blessed to have many returning players to fill those positions,” Abel said. Returning junior Kevin Wright will battle junior Ben Schmickle and sophomore lefty Nick Atkins at quarterback. “All three will have the opportunity to show us what they can do,” Abel said. Freshman Mark Anthony RichSee FOOTBALL, page 31

Quarterback Kevin Wright tries to avoid the tackle during practice. PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

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Wellington Wrestling Club Shines At Two Tournaments The Wellington Wrestling Club recently had two great weekends of wrestling, capturing back-to-back tournament championships. The Warriors captured the K-8 championship at the Wellington 3style Open on April 23 with eight champions leading the way: Gian Ortiz (Midget, 60 pounds), Ethan

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Howard (Novice, 85 pounds), Chris Difiore (Schoolboy, 113 pounds, all three styles), Mason Powell (Schoolboy, 175 pounds) and Anthony Nicolosi (Novice 90, pounds). The Warriors then traveled to the Orlando Convention Center for the Megatron World Championships

on April 29-30 for a K-12 competition. Wellington captured the overall team championship with six champions, including: Joseph Hensley-Cooper (6 and under, 50 pounds), Aaron Sandlofer (12 and under, 115 pounds), Jesse Weinberg (15 and under, 95 pounds), Tony Widrig (15 and under, 105 pounds), Justin Henry (15 and under, 117 pounds) and Tyler Difiore (varsity, 136 pounds). The Wellington Wrestling Club practices every Tuesday and Thursday. The club offers wrestling programs for beginners as well as a travel team. For more information, contact coach Travis Gray at travis.gray@ palmbeachschools.org or (561) 827-8595.

Baseball Wellington Wrestlers — (Front row) Ryan Finkelstein, Zachary Santiago, Spencer Santiago, Dawson Schwetz, Tyler Gray, Gian Ortiz, Joseph Hensley-Cooper, Aiden Sandlofer, Ivan Townsend and Ethan Howard; (middle row) Tony Widrig, Joseph Nicolosi, Aaron Sandlofer, Jesse Weinberg and Anthony Nicolosi; and (back row) Steele Holman, Donovan Ortiz, Brandon McDowell, Jake Pilat, Justin Henry, Hosanna Kropp and Mason Powell.

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Wellington Programs Offer The Cure For Summer Boredom

Summer will be here before you know it. But before you pack your bags for vacation, take a moment to check out the fun programming offered by the Village of Wellington. Village Park (11700 Pierson Road) — Children ages 5 to 15 will have a summer to remember at Wellington’s summer camp, which includes sporting and entertainment activities, animal exhibits, swimming, field trips and more. Other summer activities include the aerial trapeze circus camp, basketball academy, speed and agility camp, fishing academy, volleyball camp, tumblekid camp, cheer, hip-hop, gymnastics and soccer. Visit www. wellingtonfl.gov/camps for info. Wellington Aquatics Complex (12072 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) — Dive into summer fun at an Olympic-sized pool with diving boards,

water slides, an aquatic spray ground and kiddie water play area. American Red Cross swim lessons for all ages begin June 6 and continue through Sept. 1. Junior lifeguard classes begin June 6, with five sessions this summer. Swim and dive, diving lessons, and water aerobics will also be offered. Visit www. wellingtonfl.gov/aquatics for info. Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) — Entertainment lives at the amphitheater, which will host free movies every Friday night this summer, beginning in June. Between June and August, enjoy the summer concert series, featuring tributes to famous artists. The Food Truck Invasion will continue every Thursday, featuring local artists and musicians each week at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/amphitheater for info.

big plays at the plate from its last at-bat, but fell short 4-0 to a solid Hagerty defense. “We had chances all night,” Pendergast said. “We had guys on pretty much every inning. We just couldn’t get the clutch hit when we needed it.” The Hawks will revel in making

school history despite the loss. They put together a team with chemistry that earned them the District 12-8A championship, and a regional finals appearance. “These kids were a great group, not just player-wise, but kid-wise, and they had great chemistry,” Pendergast said.

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continued from page 23 direction you want. We learned the head-down cue, which teaches horses to tuck their heads every time you pick up a contact on the reins, and to disengage their hindquarters. I went home each night and practiced the WESN lesson with one of my mares. We lounged and round-penned Joe’s horses, paying attention to the four Cs: yours and the horse’s concentration and consistency. We round-penned the zebras, for a change of pace, and learned how

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continued from page 29 ards returns for the Wolverines at running back and slot receiver. At 6-foot-3 and 190 pounds, Richards is sure to be a force on the Wolverines offense. Junior Elroy Taylor and freshman Jaden Durant will also occupy the backfield for Wellington’s spread style of offense. Look for junior Sage Chen-Young to return on both sides of the ball for

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to trailer-load horses. Joe gave us copies of John Lyons’ book, Lyons on Horses, for future reference. One day we met at Ponies & Palms Show Stables, where Tom and Valerie board their horses. Joe’s partner Brittany Beaupied rode Valerie’s horses while we watched Tom round-pen his mare. Later, we took turns doing the WESN lesson with her. “She has completely changed,” he said. “Look how calm and responsive she is; a totally different horse.” We also rode a little, applying the WESN lesson under saddle, moving the hips over, applying the headdown cue, then trying it ourselves. “You have to go at the horse’s speed, not yours,” Joe coached.

“You can’t ask more of him than he knows. Be the active partner; don’t wait for him to do something and then react. The horse has to move. The lesson’s always the same, apply and release pressure; reward the behavior you want. I hope everyone learned a better way to communicate.” The participants enjoyed the clinic. “I felt like a kid at summer camp,” Linda said. “I learned more than I know right now. I feel confident that I’ll be able to apply it to all kinds of problems. I’d recommend this to anyone, whether they have horses or not. It helps you with many things in life.” “I feel like I can handle any situa-

tion, on the ground or under saddle,” Valerie said. “I don’t have to use the calming medication on the horses anymore. I’ll keep working with Joe. It’s the most beneficial horse training method I’ve ever seen.” Tom had come the furthest of all, even overcoming his fear of riding. “The best thing I learned was life doesn’t have to be a battle of wills between you and the horse,” he said. “I feel confident with horses, on the ground and even in the saddle. I don’t know where this will take me. This has been a fantastic clinic. I learned much more than I ever thought I would.” And as for me, after working with my mare each evening for a short time on the ground, I finally

Wellington, as receiver and safety. Lake Worth transfer Jemetri Hester, Chris Simmons and D.J. Dobkins will also line up at slot receiver for the Wolverines. Most of the line returns for Wellington. This spring, the line averages 6-foot-4 and 280 pounds across for the Wolverines, with Santiago Posada and Chris Namacher anchoring the corps. “They’re three year-starters for us, and we’re very happy to have them with us,” Abel said. For the Wellington defense, Anfernee Rosario and Tyler Jolly will

play opposite ends on the line. The biggest void on the defense to fill will be the two inside linebacker positions. Alex Brosseau and Alec Malynn both graduated. Anthony Pata and Nebraska transfer Isaac Adonis will step in there. The kicking game will continue with the return of Logan Robinson, a Lou Groza finalist last year. Robinson tied the school record of nine onside kicks last year. Wellington will suit up for its spring football game at Lake Worth High School on Friday, May 27 at 7 p.m.

Running back Elroy Taylor (left) and quarterback Ben Schmickle PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER (right) during practice sessions.

rode her. And I found myself on a completely different horse. In that short time, I went from owning a Ford to piloting a Ferrari. There was nothing I couldn’t ask of her, including perfect side passes in both directions at all three gaits. The best news is that Joe is offering another one of these clinics from May 30 to June 10. If you sign up, be prepared to learn more about his life than you ever wanted to know, but also be prepared to throw out all your old training methods. His clinic will change your life. No, better than that — it’ll change your horse’s life. For more information, call Joe at (954) 599-7272 or visit www. aperfecthorse.com.

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Saturday, May 21 • The Polo Gear Challenge Cup will continue Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 22 at the Grand Champions Polo Club. Visit www.gcpolo. com for more info. • The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will stroll Okeeheelee Park on Saturday, May 21 at 7:30 a.m. Meet at Okeeheelee Park Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.). Call Paul Cummings at (561) 963-9906 for more info. • The Armory Art Center (1700 Parker Ave., West Palm Beach) will host a full-day workshop on Presentation Methods for Sculpture on Saturday, May 21 starting at 10 a.m. Explore ways to present ceramic forms in order to enhance your artwork. Call (561) 832-1776 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “A Royal Singalong” for ages 2 to 6 on Saturday, May 21 at 10:30 a.m. Create your own crown or tiara, then sing and dance to Disney singalong songs. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host its Under Construction Lego Crew for ages 7 to 12 on Saturday, May 21 at 10:30 a.m. Use Lego bricks to make fantastic creations. Work by yourself or as a team to bring building challenges to life. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Historical Society of Palm Beach County will honor U.S. troops during Armed Forces Day on Saturday, May 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Richard & Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum in the historic 1916 Court House (300 North Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach). For more info., call (561) 832-4164, ext. 103, or visit www.historicalsocietypbc.org. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, May 21 at 2 p.m. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info. Sunday, May 22 • The Western Communities Tennis Association will present a program for adults, with shorter racquets, lower compression balls and shorter courts on the fourth Sunday of every month beginning Sunday, May 22 at 9 a.m. at the Wellington Tennis Center (3100 Lyons Road). The program is free, but participants must call (561) 791-4775 to register. • Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will host Beautify Your Yard with South Florida Native Plants on Sunday, May 22 at 10 a.m. Learn about the selection and placement of Florida native plants to maximize their beauty. Use the principles of texture, color and hardscape, and also minimize the use of water and pesticides. In addition, review best practices for maintaining native plants. For info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org. • Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will host Introduction to Jewelry Making 3D Pen on Sunday, May 22 at

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10 a.m. Back by popular demand, this fun and creative jewelry making class utilizes the latest modern technology. Participants will learn the basics of creating jewelry using the 3D Scribbles pen that they get to keep, along with two pieces of artwork, which will be cast in sterling silver, finished and polished. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org. Monday, May 23 • Royal Palm Beach High School host a graduation ceremony honoring the Class of 2016 on Monday, May 23 at 7:30 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. For more info., call (561) 753-4000. Tuesday, May 24 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Art for Adults Open Studio: Still Life for ages 16 and up on Tuesday, May 24 at 2 p.m. Practice and develop drawing skills by exploring the elements of drawing objects and develop the fundamentals of perspective, shadowing, proportions and balance. Graphite, charcoal, paper and various other media will be provided, as well as guidance from an instructor. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Tween Gaming for ages 8 to 12 on Tuesday, May 24 at 2:30 p.m. Bring a friend for Wii gaming and board game fun. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington Art Society will host an artist reception on Tuesday, May 24 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the second floor art gallery at the Wellington Municipal Complex. The public is invited to attend and enjoy the local art on display. For more info., visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Teen Takeover for ages 12 to 17 on Tuesday, May 24 at 6 p.m. Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington Village Council will meet Tuesday, May 24 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info. Wednesday, May 25 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Look What You Missed in Story Time for ages 2 and up on Wednesday, May 25 at 10:15 a.m. Drop in and make any or all of the crafts from past Story Time sessions. All materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Not Your Grandma’s Bingo for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, May 25 at 3:30 p.m. Create your own card and see if luck is on your side. Join the fun and win a prize. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • Wellington High School host a graduation ceremony honoring the Class of 2016 on Wednesday, May 25 at 4 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. For more info., call (561) 795-4900. • Stuart Mears, candidate for state represen-

tative in District 86, will host a meet-and-greet on Wednesday, May 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bonefish Mac’s Sports Grille (10880 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington). All are welcome to attend. For more info., e-mail stuart@stuartwmears.com or call (561) 386-3022. • The Chabad Jewish Center of Royal Palm Beach will hold a screening of Undercover in Damascus on Wednesday, May 25 at 7 p.m., about the life and times of Israel’s greatest spy, Eli Cohen, followed by commentary and insights by Abraham Cohen, Eli’s only surviving brother. The secrets Eli obtained were crucial to Israel’s victory in the Six Day War. For more info., visit www.jewishroyalpalm.com. • The Wellington Elementary School chorus and drama club will present Annie Kids on Wednesday, May 25 and Thursday, May 26 at 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria (13000 Paddock Drive). Call (561) 651-0630 for more info. Thursday, May 26 • The Memorial Polo Tournament will take place Thursday, May 26 through Sunday, May 29 at the Grand Champions Polo Club (13444 Southfields Road, Wellington). Visit www.gcpolo. com for more info. • Palm Beach Central High School host a graduation ceremony honoring the Class of 2016 on Thursday, May 26 at 8 a.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. For more info., call (561) 304-1000. • The YWCA of Palm Beach County’s last Brown Bag Lunch of the season is scheduled for noon on Thursday, May 26 at the YWCA office at 1016 N. Dixie Highway in West Palm Beach. The speaker will be David Holland of Ameriprise Financial Services, who will present “Strong Women, Powerful Financial Strategies.” Attendees can bring their lunch. The YWCA will provide beverages and dessert. There is no fee to attend, but space is limited. RSVP to Carol Henry at (561) 640-0050, ext. 134, or e-mail chenry@ywcapbc.org.

The Town-Crier • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Coloring for Adults: Botanicals for ages 16 and up on Thursday, May 26 at 2 p.m. Supplies will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “I Love Art!” for ages 6 to 12 on Thursday, May 26 at 3 p.m. Dress to get messy. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will present Strategies for Success and Longevity in the Wellington Market on Thursday, May 26 at 6 p.m. at Hurricane Grill & Wings (4075 State Road 7), showcasing speakers who have been a success in the Wellington community for more than 20 years. For more info., contact the Wellington Chamber at (561) 792-6525 or info@ wellingtonchamber.com. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Mental Health Month Movie: Dark Side of the Full Moon on Thursday, May 26 at 6:30 p.m. The movie delves into the unseen world of maternal mental health in the U.S. Meet film producer and Wellington resident Jennifer Silliman to discuss the actions being taken to better care for mothers and families here in Palm Beach County. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. Friday, May 27 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Crayon Art Extravaganza for ages 7 to 11 on Friday, May 27 at 3:30 p.m. Create one-of-a-kind masterpieces using melted crayons. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Concert in the Park Series and Food Truck Invasion at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park will continue on Friday, May 27 from 7 to 9 p.m. with the 1970s disco tribute band Party Express. For more info., call (561) 790-5149 or visit www.royalpalmbeach.com. 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

PART-TIME ACCOUNTANT ASSISTANT — Part time, flexible, assistant to accountant. Must be organized self-starter, computer literate (Excel, MS Word), to answer phones, do filing, do scheduling. Must be willing to learn new tasks. Royal Palm Beach.REFERENCES WILL BE CHECKED.Respond to arnoldsachs1@att.net No phone calls.

SUPERIOR WATERWAY SERVICES —is now hiring lake management applicators. The position requires an individual who enjoys working outside around lakes and wetlands. Job duties include application of aquatic herbicides for existing customers and the ability to professionally interact with customers. Excellent pay, benefits and company vehicle. Training is available for motivated individuals. Please email resumes to Lrallo@ superiorwaterway.com or call 561-844-0248.

PART TIME, FLEXIBLE LEGAL SECRETARY/ASSISTANT. — Computer Literate (WordPerfect). Answer phones, schedule hearings, filing, assist with document preparation, etc. ONLY APPLICANTS WITH SOME EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED. REFERENCES WILL BE CHECKED. Respond to j.a.abrams@att.net No phone calls.

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PRESCHOOL TEACHER AND PRESCHOOL AIDE — Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Experience required. Call 561-790-0808

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES WELLINGTON RENTALS FOR SALE 8 Units, one location, pool. Walk to Publix & McDonalds. One story; 4 units 4/2, 1400 sq. ft. 3 units 3/2/1, 1200 sq. ft. 1 unit 1/1/1 670 sq. ft. Fenced patios. Owner/builder. 561.329.0240 $1,435,00 (Proof of funds)

PLACE YOUR EMPLOYMENT AD HERE CALL 793-7606

Part-Time Graphic Designer Busy local publishing company is looking for a part-time graphic designer. The qualified candidate must be proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. PC platform. Web design and social media experience a plus, pay will commensurate with experience and ability.

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Affordable Wellington Office Space To Share • Large office with window • Centrally located in Wellington off Forest Hill Blvd. • Large conference room with Apple TV and White Board • Kitchen and Storage • Private side entrance • Plenty of safe parking • $800 per month includes high speed Comcast Internet • Sublet, no lease signing

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

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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

JEREMY JAMES PLUMBING — Licensed plumber, legitimate estimate. Water heaters, new construction. CFC1426242. Bonded Insured. CFC1426242. 561-601-6458

CLEANING - HOME/OFFICE 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

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. 1 0 0 0 4 5 0 6 2 5 6 1 -6 6 7 - 7 7 1 6

FLOORING FLOORING SALES, INSTALLATIONS AND SERVICES — With over 30 years of experience, I can promise prompt professional and courteous service. Some of my expertise are in Carpet, Tile and Linoleum. Each of my customers are very important no matter the size of the project. For information call Rob: 585-747-0023 or see my webpage on Facebook VannCottFlooring.

PRESSURE CLEANING/HANDYMAN ALL PRESSURE CLEANING & SERVICES — Residential/Commercial/ Equestrian. Handyman, Fencing, Painting. We do it ALL! Dustin 561-951-8769

ROOFING ROBERT G. HARTMANN ROOFING — Specializing in repairs. Free estimates, Bonded,insured. Lic. #CCC 058317 Ph: 561-790-0763. ROOFING REPAIRS RE-ROOFING ALL TYPES — Pinewood Construction, Inc. Honest and reliable. Serving Palm Beach County for over 20 years. Call Mike 561-309-0134 Lic. Ins. Bonded. CGC-023773 RC-0067207 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

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

Call or text Gregg at (561) 309-4346

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

SECURITY

REAL ESTATE

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

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

APARTMENT FOR RENT - ROYAL PALM

LAND CLEARING/LAND DEVELOPMENT

ROYAL PALM BEACH RENTAL — First floor condo in Green Way Village South. 55+. 1 bed, 1 1/2 bath. F/S. $800/month. Call 561-313-5582.

RKC LAND DEVELOPMENT—Land clearing, tree/vegetation removal, grinding, house pads, grading, fill, ponds. Mention ad for free estimate 561-791-7866

Email resume and sample to: dawnrivera@wellingtonthemagazine.com

BOOKKEEPER

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

ROOM FOR RENT - ROYAL PALM ROOM FOR RENT LA MANCHA — No Pets/No Kids. Furnished with pool $700 monthly. Call 561-667-3475

APARTMENT FOR RENT - WELLINGTON WELLINGTON RENTAL — Year round 1 bedroom apartment with reduced rate for horse care, plus a dry stall. Call 561-3850263 or e-mail TBUMP1841@aol.com

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MOVING SERVICES

TREE SERVICE

ICON MOVING SERVICES — Provides full service moving, packing & storage. Rated “A” plus by BBB. Lic. & Ins. FREE ESTIMATES. Call 561-338-3157.

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

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

PET DOCTOR - MOBILE/HOME CARE TIRED OF HOLDING YOUR CAT IN THE WAITING ROOM? — Call Critter Home Care and Stay Home Dr. Don Denoff. 561-517-8705

PET SITTING SERVICES

BOOKKEEPER WANTED WELLINGTON AREA

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

EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL PET SITTER — Available for daily walks - potty breaks - companionship - scheduled visits for general/specialized care when you are away. In business since 2001. Excellent references available. Serving the Wellington area. Please call Karen at Faithful Companion Pet Sitters. 401-539-5010.

Town-Crier Classifieds 793-7606

WALLPAPERING

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

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Manure Removal • Environmentally Friendly

JH Hauling Services Serving the Western Communities for Over 22 Years!

• Working Hand In Hand with Sugar Cane Farmers to Help Solve all of Wellington’s needs

Call Justin Hickey 561.248.3344

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If you liked Campagnolo’s...

You’ll love Arrabiatas!

must be seated by 5:30 p.m.

APPETIZERS (SELECT ONE) Caesar Salad, Mixed Greens, Pasta Fagioli, or Minestrone ENTRÉES (SELECT ONE) Chicken Marsala/Chicken Francese Eggplant Parmigiana/Eggplant Rollatini Chicken Parmigiana/Sausage & Peppers Pork Chop/Veal Parmigiana Zuppa Di Mussels/Sole/Tilapia

Chef Jimmy & Chef Brian (formerly from Campagnolo) still bringing you the authentic flavor of Italy You’ll recognize the great taste... like back in the old neighborhood.

~ Fish may be prepared either Oreganata, Luciano, Francese, or Grilled ~

Cannoli or Chocolate Cake Hot Coffee or Hot Tea with Dessert LUNCH SPECIALS 11 am - 4 pm Daily $5.50 and Up

PLEASE NO SUBSTITUTIONS/NO COUPONS

Happy Hour Daily Everyday Until 7 pm

Aberdeen Plaza

8260 Jog Road, Boynton Beach, FL (on Jog Road South of LeChalet on the east side of the road)

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Tel: 561.336.3862 Fax: 561.336.3865

/Arrabiatas Restaurant Of Boynton Beach

HOURS

Sunday - Thursday: 11 am - 10 pm Friday & Saturday: 11 am - 11 pm

Ask about our Homemade & Specialty Desserts

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