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Volume 39, Number 1 January 5 - January 11, 2018

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OPENING DAY AT THE POLO CLUB

The Wellington Art Society will present its 12th annual Art Fest on the Green at the Wellington Amphitheater on Saturday, Jan. 27 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Art Fest is a celebration of art, life, and bringing art and community together, explained co-chairs Leslie Pfeiffer and Toni Willey. The juried fine art and fine craft show will feature artists from around the country showing original artwork across multiple mediums. Page 3

LGLA Celebrates Holidays With Potluck

The Loxahatchee Groves Landowners’ Association held a holiday potluck dinner on Thursday, Dec. 28 at Palms West Presbyterian Church. LGLA provided appetizers and beverages, while guests brought food to share. There was a gift exchange for those who participated. It was a good chance to meet and mingle with neighbors old and new. Page 5

Wellington’s Suri West Hosts New Year’s Eve Party To Welcome 2018

John and Bunny Pata, owners of Suri West in Wellington, hosted restaurant patrons, family members, friends and other guests for a huge New Year’s Eve gala last Sunday that lasted well into the morning hours after 2018 arrived. Page 7

OPINION Be Part Of The Action As The Equestrian Season Gets Underway

Opening day at the International Polo Club Palm Beach featured the 20-goal Herbie Pennell Cup Final on Sunday, Dec. 31. Tackeria lifted the cup to end the year and start the new season with a 12-11 victory over Coca-Cola. Shown above are Domingos and Ingrid Carlos with Jessica and Jason Williams enjoying the tailgate area. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 9 PHOTO BY JACK LOWENSTEIN/TOWN-CRIER

Wellington High School Mourns Three Teachers

By Jack Lowenstein Town-Crier Staff Report When students and faculty return to Wellington High School on Monday, the mood is likely to be somber given the recent deaths of one current teacher and two former teachers. Geoffrey Shank, Patrick Keenan and Bruce Kelly are being remembered by the school community as the new year begins. They were key components of the English and social studies departments during their respective times as teachers at the local high school. Shank, 59, a social studies teacher, died Saturday, Dec. 23, surrounded by loved ones at Palms West Hospital. Born in Columbus, Ohio, Shank was a graduate of Ohio State University. He began

teaching at WHS in the English department in 2001. Assistant Principal John Rejc remembered Shank as a good friend. “We were probably about a generation apart in terms of when we were coming up, but we hit it off right away,” Rejc recalled. “If he had grown up the same time I had grown up, we would have definitely been the same close friends through high school and college, as we were in the professional setting.” Rejc said there was almost no difference between Shank’s behavior in public and in the classroom. “It was seamless. It was the same guy in and out of the classroom,” Rejc said. “And his commitment to his students was not something that wavered at all. It

was unshakable. He always had that as the most important thing in regard to his days when he was at the school.” Principal Mario Crocetti remembered Shank as a well-liked and well-respected teacher among his students. “He kept it interesting in the classroom, good, thought-provoking discussions. He was a longtime sponsor of the Key Club, involved in community service projects. He truly enjoyed what he was doing,” Crocetti said. “He truly enjoyed working with students. The only thing I ever heard him talk about were his daughter and his students.” English Department Chair Flora Rigolo remembered Shank as a See TEACHERS, page 4

Acreage-Area Business Expo Planned For Park On Jan. 27

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report A community event is being organized by the Acreage Landowners’Association for local businesses and vendors to showcase their products and services. “It’s a business-to-business, business-to-consumer event that we’re having,” ALA President Tim Sayre told the Town-Crier on Tuesday. The event is set for Saturday, Jan. 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Acreage Community Park (6701 140th Avenue North). “We have more than 25 businesses signed up so far,” Sayre said. “Some of them will be selling stuff. One of them has produce, some have clothing, some have jewelry. Others are businesses like glass replacement, insurance and different stuff like that.” Any kind of business that’s local to The Acreage community is welcome to sign up, although exceptions will be made for outside vendors offering something

that no local business does. “I do have one that’s coming from outside… that offers something that nobody else offers,” Sayre said. “If it’s a business that offers something these people need, and no one else shows up, then let them provide it.” The event will be free to those attending, and there is no charge to vendors. “There is no charge to anybody for anything, other than if you buy something from a vendor,” he said. “We’ll have a food truck there, hopefully two.” A local DJ will be on hand to play music. “We’re hoping to have a really good turnout,” Sayre said. “We’re going to have a kids’ zone. So far, we have a bounce house. We’re going to try to have a train ride, and we’re asking permission to have a petting zoo and pony rides, but I haven’t got permission on that yet.” A sign-up form is available at www.acreagelandowners.com. Vendors who had signed up as of Tuesday include: Homestead

Essentials, Amber - Realtor & Just Finishin’ Painting, Restoration 1 Water Damage Experts, Sonja Ahrens - Mary Kay Independent Consultant, Lucy’s Crafts & Treasures, Home Loan Experts, BnBFarmsFL, Paradise Exteriors, Stay Gorgeous Boutique, Perfectly Posh, Clever Container, Roberts Tree Works, Barky Pines Animal Rescue Sanctuary, My Sci Fly Educational Services, Sunflower Dreams Photography, Joys Bounce N Party Bounce House, Lizard Lick Pressure Cleaning, My Amelia James Women’s Clothing, Harmon Events, S&L Rustic Signs & Home Décor, Herbalife Nutrition, Nicole’s $5 Bling, Horses That Help, Strings & Things Jewelry, Charming Chace Personalized Jewelry and Auto Glass Perfections. The next ALA meeting will be held Tuesday, Jan. 9 at the Indian Trail Improvement District offices. A meet-and-greet with refreshments is at 6:30 p.m., and the meeting begins at 7 p.m.

New Organization Aims To Preserve Wellington History

By Jack Lowenstein Town-Crier Staff Report Three longtime Wellington residents have come together in order to “unite the community, young and old.” Laurie Cohen, Maureen Budjinski and Francine Ramaglia believe it’s time for Wellington to have its own historical society to preserve and document the history of the Village of Wellington. “To celebrate Wellington and its history,” Ramaglia explained. The Wellington Historical Society first came to mind for Cohen more than 10 years ago. “It just kind of sat in my mind for all that time because I was trying to raise children, be a councilwoman and work a full-time job,” she said. Cohen, who became the current village attorney after her time on the council, found help from former Councilman Howard Coates, who created a corporation and listed Cohen as its president. Moving forward in time, Cohen has now been joined by Budjinski,

a longtime community activist, and Ramaglia, a former assistant village manager, to help spearhead the Wellington Historical Society project. For those interested in becoming part of the effort, an informational and board meeting will be held at the Grille Fashion Cuisine, located at 12300 South Shore Blvd. in Wellington, at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 11. “Wellington has a signature of a lot of people. They’ve left their signature. They’ve left their mark, but their names are not there,” Ramaglia said. “This is an opportunity to get those stories out and share them and build them.” In the spirit of uniting the young and the old in Wellington, Budjinski said it is now or never, because the oral history will disappear if not given a chance to be shared now. “Many of us won’t be here anymore in a few more years — people who are here for a long time See HISTORY, page 4

A CAFCI NEW YEAR

CAFCI held its 28th annual New Year’s Eve Gala on Sunday, Dec. 31 at the Madison Green Country Club in Royal Palm Beach. Guests rang in the New Year with a champagne toast, enjoyed a buffet dinner and danced the night away to the sounds of Micro DJ. Shown above, Yvonne Gray and Maureen Kennedy celebrate the new year. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 19 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

County Approves Mitigation Projects For SR 7 Extension

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Palm Beach County Commission recently approved a joint participation agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation for a mitigation project within several protected areas in association with the extension of State Road 7, which is expected to begin this summer. The two-part project, which will be done in two simultaneous phases, will complete SR 7 from 60th Street North to Northlake Blvd. with four lanes, and expand the existing road from Okeechobee Blvd. to 60th Street from two lanes to four. The agreement approved at the commission’s Dec. 19 meeting authorizes Palm Beach County

Mayor Melissa McKinlay to request that FDOT convey surplus property to provide environmental mitigation for the Everglades snail kite resulting from impacts associated with the SR 7 extension. The memorandum of agreement requires the county to provide mitigation and maintenance services in return for the FDOT to provide not more than $5,385,788 to be made in three payments in about three years. The payments will reimburse the county for staff time, land acquisition and management costs for maintaining mitigation areas in the Loxahatchee Slough, Pond Cypress and Pine Glades natural areas, consistent with the management practices of the county’s See SR 7, page 4

Art Show Featured Work By RPB Library Patrons

By Ellen Rosenberg Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach branch library recently hosted an unusual event. On the evening of Wednesday, Dec. 13, the library’s large meeting room was transformed into an art gallery. Approximately 70 watercolors, charcoal sketches and pastels festooned the walls. There were still lifes, landscapes, human figures, a running horse and more. Artists and guests strolled about, stopping to admire and discuss. The central table offered sparkling grape juice, cheese, crackers, grapes and cheesecake bites. All of the works had been produced in the ongoing series of drawing classes offered at the Royal Palm Beach library. Every

Tuesday afternoon, from 2 to 4 p.m., participants gather at the library to learn new techniques and further their craft. “We started the program two years ago,” said Karl Zwarych, assistant branch manager and head of adult activities. “One of our librarians, Tania Villacres, is very knowledgeable and has a thorough background in art. She developed the curriculum. It’s one of our most popular offerings.” Zwarych was very impressed by the artwork on display. “It’s wonderful to celebrate all the students’ work, to see how much they’ve progressed and learned,” he said. Susan Weinstein, one of the artists, has been a member of the class since it began.

“Tania is a wonderful teacher. She really brought out what little talent I have,” Weinstein smiled. “The class is like day camp for me, a great experience. I enjoy the camaraderie with other adults. I’ve met some wonderful people here, and working on different projects is fun. My favorite medium, so far, is pastels. They’ve very forgiving. You can always change things.” Barbara Powell only attended three classes. “I travel a lot,” she noted. “I like working in clay, but drawing is fun, too. I really enjoyed the perspective class, and drawing human models. I’m incorporating what I’ve learned into my clay sculptures. This class is a fantastic outlet.” Bibi Benzaken has been attendSee LIBRARY ART, page 17

Librarian and art expert Tania Villacres with art show participant Diane Von Grote.

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Art Fest On The Green Will Return To Wellington Jan. 27-28

The Wellington Art Society will present its 12th annual Art Fest on the Green at the Wellington Amphitheater on Saturday, Jan. 27 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Art Fest is a celebration of art, life, and bringing art and community together in a beautiful outdoor setting, explained co-chairs Leslie Pfeiffer and Toni Willey. Support from community partners and sponsors helps create a familyfriendly event that many people look forward to every year. The juried fine art and fine

craft show will feature artists from around the country showing original artwork across multiple mediums, including painting, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, textiles, photography and more. Awards will be presented to artists for best in show, first place, second place, third place and honorable mentions. Art Fest on the Green gives the community an opportunity to interact with the artists, learn more about their creative process, different mediums and techniques, and hear about the artists’ inspira-

tion and accomplishments. Children will have a great time creating their own work of art to take home at the children’s art activity area. Live acoustic music will be performed by popular local and regional musicians during show hours, and food trucks will be on site offering a variety of delicious food. Proceeds from Art Fest on the Green help fund the Wellington Art Society’s scholarship program and other art outreach programs. Many artists will be working on site. The 55 fine artists participat-

Crowds mingle among the artist tents at last year’s Art Fest on the Green.

ing in the festival were selected for their creativity, mastery of the technique and level of excellence. This year, several artists will be presenting their latest art work exclusively at the show, offering originals and limited editions for sale. Manny Jomok, a plein air watercolorist, will present his recent captivating Palm Beach landscapes painted on site at popular area locations, such as the Society of the Four Arts, Old Key Lime House, the Grassy Waters Preserve, the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Mounts Botanical Garden and more. Many of his paintings are done with other artists as part of meetups he helps organize with Plein Air Palm Beach (www.pleinairpalmbeach.com). Jomok teaches watercolor and exhibits in Florida and Maine. His artwork is found in corporate and private collections around the world. For more info., visit www.mannyjart.com. Sheree Blum, a Wellingtonbased glass artist, will introduce her latest Palm Beach-inspired glass plates, bowls and decorative pieces. Using a glass process that allows her to translate her ideas and designs into vibrant functional pieces, she fulfills her need to create. “Why else would a glass artist get up at 4 a.m. to check the kiln to see the magic of her design work done 12 hours before?” she asked. Her glasswork has been featured

LGWCD To Review Culvert Cleaning, Forensic Audit And Legal Contract

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District Board of Supervisors will meet Monday, Jan. 8 and will consider culvert repair maps, bids to audit its road paving loan and renewing the contract with its legal firm. An aerial map will be used to show the location of property owners’ culverts to be cleaned and saw-cut in response to the board’s direction at its Dec. 11 meeting approving the project. At that meeting, LGWCD Administrator Steve Yohe said the clogged and mangled culverts are the result of damage by district

mowers and siltation from the dirt roads. The district proposes to clean the culverts due to the use of the culverts by the district to drain unpaved roads that were then its responsibility, but now have been turned over to the Town of Loxahatchee Groves. In other business, the board will review the status of a proposed forensic audit of the BankUnited loan that has funds remaining for maintenance of lettered roads paved with open-graded emulsified mix (OGEM) before turning the funds over to the town. Pursuant to direction from the board in November, proposals for

forensic auditing were sought from qualified firms to be submitted by Dec. 20. Three proposals were submitted, by Marsh-Minick of Portland, Ore.; Plante Moran of Southfield, Mich.; and Rehmann Robson of Vero Beach and Grand Rapids, Mich. The Marsh-Minick submission was late and disqualified, according to the staff report. Plante Moran’s estimated fee is $53,000. The Rehmann Robson fee is based on a 20 percent discount for a government entity and includes a proposed scope of work. The board will also consider the

renewal of its contract with its law firm, Caldwell Pacetti Edwards Schoech & Viator. The contract would be renewed through February 2021. The contract expires on Feb. 11. Caldwell Pacetti began work with the LGWCD in 2008 and entered into an agreement for legal services on Feb. 8, 2010, which has been extended twice. Caldwell Pacetti attorneys Charles Schoech and Mary Viator have been the primary legal counsel for the district during the terms of the contracts. The proposed charges are $215 per hour for attorneys and $90 per hour for paralegals.

in Epicurious America’s Best Recipes (2014), People magazine (Jennie Garth tabletop décor, 2014), Coastal Living (2015) and Southern Lady (2017). Blum’s glass bowls, dessert plates and cake stands have been sold in Anthropologie stores across the United States, the United Kingdom and online. She participates in many fine art and craft shows throughout the country and accepts commissions for special edition pieces. For more info., visit www. kickingglassbysheree.com. Tim Gaydos, an award-winning artist in several mediums, will present his recent paintings of reflections in nature. “In recent years, I have been moving more and more toward abstracting the landscape by eliminating detail, simplifying shapes, exaggerating colors with the intent of creating stronger composition,” he explained. Gaydos has been a master pastelist of the Pastel Society of America since 1987. He has received more than 200 awards, most notably the American Watercolor Society Gold Medal of Honor. He has had

many solo exhibitions and his work is in the public collections at Rutgers University, the Butler Institute of American Art, the Metropolitan Opera, L.L. Bean Corporation and Tides Institute & Museum. For more info., visit www.timgaydos.com. Co-chairs Pfeiffer and Willey, along with many Wellington Art Society volunteers, will be on hand to assist visitors as they navigate through the fine art selection by professional and emerging artists from across the country, as well as the children’s art activity area, where art can be created, shared and taken home. With a wide variety of original art for sale, there will be something for everyone at Art Fest on the Green. The Wellington Amphitheater is located at 12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd. For more information about Art Fest on the Green, contact Leslie Pfeiffer at mysticway1@ bellsouth.net or (561) 632-3677, or Toni Willey at tgwilley@gmail. com or (561) 389-4798. To learn more, visit www.wellingtonart society.org.

CAFCI’s MLK Day Celebration Will Be Held At RPBHS Jan. 15

By Craig Campbell Town-Crier Staff Report The 16th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration, presented by the Caribbean-Americans for Community Involvement (CAFCI) and the Village of Royal Palm Beach, will be held this year at Royal Palm Beach High School on Monday, Jan. 15. The venue is a change this year, because the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center is undergoing renovations. The event will include a complimentary continental breakfast from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., followed by the celebration from 10 a.m. to noon. “It’s going to be a great event,” CAFCI President Dennis Wright said. “The Cultural Center is centrally located — which is ideal for this event — but we’re hoping folks will be able find Royal Palm Beach High School.” This year’s celebration theme is “using time wisely,” Wright added. The guest speaker will be

Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Susan Bucher. The master of ceremonies will be Aubin Robinson. Entertainment will include legendary jazz pianist Copeland Davis, the Royal Palm Beach High School band and many other musical performers. “We have had crowds of around 2,500 in the past, and we expect to have close to those numbers this year,” Wright said. “We hope to have the same turnout as most years.” Royal Palm Beach High School is located at 10600 Okeechobee Blvd. “The celebration is one of the ways we fulfill our mission, which is to consistently maintain and sustain our cultural heritage,” Wright said. “It’s a service we are honored to provide and is part of our community outreach.” For more information, call (561) 790-4002, e-mail info@cafcipbc. org or visit www.cafcipbc.org.

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Be Part Of The Action As Equestrian Season Gets Underway

The winter equestrian season is underway in the Village of Wellington, launching last weekend with the start of the 2018 high-goal polo season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. That will be quickly followed by the opening of the 39th annual Winter Equestrian Festival at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center and the Adequan Global Dressage Festival. This is the time of year when equestrian athletes from across the world arrive in Wellington with their horses to take part in a wide array of horse sports — and there are ample opportunities for local residents to take part in the festivities, both as competitors and as spectators. The 2018 Winter Equestrian Festival kicks off Wednesday, Jan. 10 at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington. It is the longest-running and largest equestrian circuit in the world. Each winter, riders from 33 countries and all 50 U.S. states travel to Wellington to compete. The venue covers 500 acres, with 80 acres of competition rings alone. Over the course of the 12-week circuit, more than 6,500 horses will take part in a festival that hosts more than 100 divisions for professionals, amateurs, juniors and children. PBIEC general admission is free to the public during the WEF circuit, which hosts competitions from Wednesday mornings through Sunday afternoons. Numerous vendors and shops are open throughout the circuit, showcasing items and products ranging from horse wear and tack to art, jewelry, fine clothing and emerging technologies. The popular Saturday Night Lights competitions serve as the highlight class of the week for top international show jumpers and the most popular for spectators, and take place on each Saturday evening during the season. For more information about the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center and the Winter Equestrian Festival, visit www. pbiec.com.

The Adequan Global Dressage Festival, meanwhile, takes place nearby at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center Stadium, located at Equestrian Village at the corner of South Shore Blvd. and Pierson Road. The AGDF begins this weekend and runs through the end of March. This will be the seventh consecutive year of the rapidly growing dressage festival and will set the stage for top horse and rider combinations, providing indispensable opportunities for riders seeking qualifying scores for the upcoming World Equestrian Games to be held in September in North Carolina. Dressage is a highly skilled form of riding performed in exhibition and competition, as well as an “art” sometimes pursued solely for the sake of mastery. The Friday Night Stars Grand Prix Freestyle program is a unique opportunity to check out the shows, which feature the popular musical freestyle class, where competitors ride choreographed to music. To learn more, and view the overall schedule of events, visit www. globaldressagefestival.com. Finally, there’s the winter polo season, featuring a sport that has been associated with Wellington for more than four decades now. The International Polo Club Palm Beach draws the attention of the polo world during the winter months, and the 2018 season is expected to be one of the largest yet, welcoming players and teams from around the country and the globe to Wellington for the most competitive succession of tournaments in the nation. The season opened Dec. 31, and concludes with the USPA 114th U.S. Open Polo Championship final April 22. Polo matches are open to the public, with a wide range of hospitality and guest seating, including elegant grandstand viewing, field tailgating, stadium seating, field-side champagne brunch and exclusive sponsor boxes. Ticket options and schedules are available at www.internationalpoloclub.com. Our area is unique in that it is the winter home of these three amazing equestrian sports. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action!

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Affordable Housing Unattainable In Florida

Florida is in the midst of an affordable housing crisis. Unfortunately, our governor and state lawmakers are only making matters worse. Our state leaders continue to engage in a rob-Peter-to-pay-Paul money grab that has contributed to a shortage of affordable housing across Florida. Don’t be confused about the definition of “affordable housing.”

It’s not strictly housing for poor people. If you spend more than 30 percent of your income on rent or for a mortgage, your housing is unaffordable. What used to be a “South Florida problem” is now popping up in other communities throughout the state. The bottom line, unfortunately, is that fewer Floridians can afford a home. Their salaries simply aren’t keeping pace with the rising costs of rents and mortgages. State government has a remedy, the William Sadowski Housing Trust Fund, which is a state revenue designated for affordable housing. It uses doc stamp surcharges on real

estate transactions to help develop more reasonably priced housing in Florida. Unfortunately, our governor and legislature continue taking the Sadowski funds intended for affordable housing for other priorities, like pet legislative projects, staff salaries and tax cuts. In his proposed 2018-19 budget, Gov. Rick Scott recommended taking $154 million from the Sadowski fund to pay for other state expenses. Floridians need the Sadowski funds to ensure reasonably priced housing costs. Affordable housing provides stability by ensuring em-

ployees and businesses that local workers can live near their jobs. The good news is that Florida can reverse a long and devastating trend of budget hijinks. Communicate with State leaders and tell them to “use the Sadowski fund’s estimated $322 million for its intended purpose — affordable housing.” In this upcoming legislative session, state lawmakers should keep the Sadowski funds intact and spend the money on options to stem high-priced housing. Paulette Burdick Palm Beach County Commissioner, District 2

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Meeting Planned For Jan. 11

continued from page 1 or since the beginning,” Budjinski said. “I have been involved with another historical society, and it’s so exciting to keep everything and archive everything, and I just love that.” Budjinski added that people who have lived in the village 20 years or more still don’t have a complete grasp on the rich history that encapsulates Wellington.

SR 7

Mitigation Program Approved

continued from page 1 natural areas program and in accordance with the state and federal permits for the SR 7 extension. The county budget amendment of $2 million includes $1,550,000 for land management and $450,000 for land acquisition costs in fiscal year 2018 in the county’s environmental resources natural areas fund. The memorandum of agree-

Teachers

WHS Mourns Educators

continued from page 1 friend and someone greatly loved by his students, and she said it shows through their actions. “The kids created a GoFundMe page for him, so that tells you how much his students loved him. They initiated it. They visited him in the hospital.” Keenan, 65, died on Friday, Dec. 15, surrounded by his family in the Tampa Bay area. He already had experience as an educator in Palm Beach County when he began to teach at the high school in 1990. He taught speech and English during his tenure at WHS. Keenan battled esophageal cancer. He achieved his goal of

“They don’t remember certain names, certain businesses, certain things that need to be checked in history,” Budjinski said. “It needs to be archived. There’s a lot of people in Wellington who have all these items they can donate, and I think it’s the most exciting thing that I’ve done in years.” Cohen, Budjinski and Ramaglia are all on the same page, believing that Wellington’s history is a jewel that should be on display in the village. “I think it’s critically important to capture the history before we don’t have access to it anymore,” Cohen said. “We have so many people who are still around, and

I think it’s important to take oral histories and to get their remembrances and recollections of how things got started and what Wellington was like in the early days and the growth that they’ve seen.” Ramaglia is a historian in her own right about the village, having grown up and lived in Wellington all her life. “When I wrote my cover letter to take the job in Wellington, I said: ‘This is my dream come true. It could never have more meaning,’” Ramaglia said. “It’s hard for people to believe that Wellington has such a great history, but it really does. It’s rich with history, and the stories unfold.”

She said that not only is the story special to the people in the village, but it’s an important part of the history of Palm Beach County. “Wellington is kind of historic in Palm Beach County because it was the first PUD [planned unit development] that was approved,” Ramaglia said. “What’s happening now in Wellington is going to also be a very interesting part of the history.” Wellington was first approved as a development in the early 1970s, with the first homes built in the mid-1970s. It was led by master developers and the Acme Improvement District as an unincorporated area until Dec. 31,

1995 — the effective date of a years-long incorporation effort. Cohen and Ramaglia said that is an important day for the village, but it was not the beginning. “For 20 years before that incorporation, Wellington was completely thriving,” Ramaglia said. “Leading Wellington were different civic and community groups, as well as the developer and Acme.” Fast-forward to the present day, Cohen said the society is still in its beginning phase, but hopes are to create a nonprofit entity, allowing people to benefit when they make donations to the Wellington Historical Society.

“We need to find a place to display and store memorabilia that people might want to donate,” Cohen said. “I think we’d like to do some outreach in the schools and have a kind of a young friends program. We’ve talked about having an annual signature event as a fundraiser, which at least for now we’ve thought about having on New Year’s Eve — because that date is significant in the history of Wellington.” She is excited about all the possibilities. “This is our legacy. This is our gift that we’re giving to Wellington, creating this place where all of the history can be deposited,” Cohen said.

ment and joint participation agreements provide the necessary funding to implement land acquisition and management activities, which will maintain an area of the Loxahatchee Slough and Pond Cypress natural areas in the vicinity of the existing SR 7 right-of-way alignment, as well as provide mitigation in the Pine Glades Natural Area for wetland impacts from the SR 7 extension. The mitigation and maintenance constitute an additional perpetual obligation for the county’s natural areas program. The FDOT funding reimburses staff costs for exotic vegetation and animal control, prescribed fire

regimens, vegetation monitoring and site security relative to the mitigation areas, in perpetuity. There are no matching requirements. All anticipated costs associated with the FDOT mitigation work will be the responsibility of FDOT. The long-planned SR 7 project, which got underway in 2005, covers about 8.5 miles from Okeechobee Blvd. to Northlake Blvd. at a construction cost of about $60 million. It was delayed by objections and lawsuits from the City of West Palm Beach, which challenged the project on environmental grounds. The route selected by FDOT after extensive public hearings

runs along the west side of the city’s water catchment area and the east side of the city’s Ibis Golf & Country Club community. Since 2008, FDOT completed a study to develop alternatives and evaluate each one for potential impacts in regard to social and environmental concerns. Public input played a role throughout the process. The project will extend SR 7 to Northlake Blvd., where the current north-south travel network between Okeechobee and Northlake boulevards is limited. The only alternative routes now are Florida’s Turnpike four miles to the east and Seminole Pratt

Whitney Road, located six miles to the west. The project includes the widening of the existing county roadway from two to four lanes between Okeechobee Blvd. and 60th Street North, construction of a four-lane divided roadway between 60th Street and the east entrance of the Ibis Golf & Country Club, and the widening of the existing county roadway from two to four lanes between the east entrance of the Ibis Golf & Country Club and Northlake Blvd. In addition, a roundabout is proposed for the intersections at 60th Street North and the entrance to the Ibis Golf & Country Club.

The contractors have not yet been selected, according to the FDOT web site. Completion of the project is planned for the fall of 2020. The SR 7 extension has long been regarded as a needed evacuation route in the event of a hurricane. Residents of The Acreage use Southern Blvd. east or west, or Northlake Blvd. east to the Beeline Highway to leave the area, if necessary. Currently, drivers using the existing SR 7 roadway must get off at Orange Blvd. or Persimmon Blvd. and complete their drive to Northlake Blvd. via local roads in The Acreage.

walking with his graduates last school year before his retirement and moving to Tampa to be with his family. Rigolo is a former student of Keenan’s who went from having him as a teacher, to a coach and mentor, to a friend when she began working at the school with him. “Pat Keenan had this quality, where he just had a commanding presence,” Rigolo said. “When he was in front of the classroom, when he was teaching, you almost couldn’t help but pay attention, and he could do that with our AICE kids. He could do that with regular kids. Everyone paid attention and respected him when he commanded a classroom. It was a gift he had.” Rigolo said Wellington High School is a family, and Keenan is an example of that. “We had a new teacher last year. She came from Puerto Rico. She

was all by herself, and she was lonely. He took her under his wing and made her feel like she was part of a family, even though she was so far away from home,” Rigolo recalled. “And that’s just Pat. That’s how he was with everyone. He’s part of the reason we were a family.” Crocetti said Keenan was able to make it interesting in the classroom, and he would go further than that to stress the importance of many different things in his senior English classes. “At the same time, he stressed the basic fundamentals, grammar, Latin and Greek root words, something that a lot of teachers don’t do anymore, and he had great success with it,” Crocetti said. “I think he impressed everybody with his work ethic and the way he battled cancer, and the way he came back and battled cancer for another year.”

Fellow teacher Paul Gaba remembered the great qualities that he saw in Keenan. “As a friend and an educator, he wasn’t afraid to call you out on things,” Gaba said. “If he felt that you were doing something that could be improved, if he felt that you were in some way doing something that needed some tweaking or just some guidance, he would offer it… Inevitably, whatever he suggested worked better and made you think that there’s always another option. There’s always something you could think about to be a better person, to be a better teacher, to be a better member of the human race.” Gaba said Keenan cared deeply about the school and its image. “He was definitely caring about how we as a school were perceived and the quality that we were,” Gaba said. “He wanted to be part of that to make sure that we were

not slacking off. He wanted to be achieving and going over and above as individuals, as teachers and as a program.” Kelly served as chair of the social studies department. He began at WHS in 1990 and retired around 2009, moving to Georgia with his family. When his friend Mr. [Richard] Fletcher became ill, Kelly returned to Wellington for six weeks several years ago. “I just thought it was amazing that he would come down here and live in a hotel,” Crocetti said. “It would cost him more money than he actually earned as a substitute.” Kelly, 70, died on Wednesday, Dec. 13, surrounded by his family in Georgia. He served in the armed forces as a helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War. “He had a dry wit about him, so when he would deliver news to the department, or he would have a comeback to something someone

had said, he was hysterical,” Rejc said. “There were times at lunch where we would leave with sore stomachs because he would make us laugh so hard.” Rejc said the three teachers were all cut from a different mold, but would be remembered. “When it comes to Mr. Keenan, Mr. Shank or Mr. Kelly, when it came to the classroom, and their students, and the curriculum, and the education, and the quality all across the board, these guys were unwavering on their professionalism,” Rejc said. “They were true professionals and gentlemen from the time that they started until the day they finished.” There are plans for a memorial event in the near future, likely to be sponsored by Wellington High School, for students, teachers, staff and the community to remember Shank, who was currently teaching at the school.

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LGLA CELEBRATES HOLIDAYS WITH POTLUCK AT P.W. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

LGLA members came to partake in the holiday cheer and fun. LGLA Officer at Large Robin McLeod, Vice President Virginia Standish, Officer at Large Diane von Grote, Sgt. at Arms Claus von Grote, President Marge Herzog and Treasurer Ken Johnson.

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ROYAL PALM BEACH REC HOSTS MINI CAMPS FOR KIDS OVER WINTER BREAK

Royal Palm Beach Parks & Recreation held a winter break mini camp on Dec. 26 to 29 and Jan. 2 to 5 at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park. Kids played ball, enjoyed games and spent time on the playground, making new friends while school was out. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

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NEWS BRIEFS FLARA Meeting Set For Jan. 8

The western communities chapter of the Florida Alliance for Retired Americans will meet Monday, Jan. 8 at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church (12200 W. Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington). A business meeting will begin at noon, and new members are always welcome. The program at 1 p.m. will feature a presentation on “Tax Policy from Reagan to Trump,” presented by economist Dr. Richard Hattwick. It is free and open to the public. For more info., call Nancy Tanner at (561) 793-9677.

Genealogical Meeting At PBC Main Library

The Genealogical Society of Palm Beach County will meet Saturday, Jan. 13 at 1:30 p.m. in the multipurpose room at the Palm Beach County Main Library, located at 3650 Summit Blvd. in West Palm Beach. The program topic is, “With a Little Help from My

Friends,” moderated by member Shirley Bergman. Family history research questions and challenges will be the spotlight of the workshop. Bring your family trees, laptops, tablets and questions to present in small groups of other researchers, who will offer insight and advice. The GSPBC Genealogy Library will be open during the workshop to provide more resources. For more information, call (561) 616-3455, e-mail ancestry@ gensocofpbc.org or visit www. gensocofpbc.org.

Flags For The Cure Survivorship Celebration

Flags for the Cure will host a Survivorship Celebration on Saturday, Jan. 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Acreage Community Park (6701 140th Avenue North) as part of the 11th annual Flags for the Cure flag football tournament, a benefit for the American Cancer Society taking place Jan. 3 to Jan. 7 at the park.

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Hadassah To Meet Jan. 17

Shulamit Hadassah will celebrate the Jewish month of Shevat at a meeting Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington home of Joyce Gropper. A $5 donation will go toward funding Hadassah’s Women’s Health Equity programs. Increase your donation to $18 and receive a JNF tree certificate. To RSVP, or for more information, contact Susan at (561) 656-1761 or smow@comcast.net.

Veterans Town Hall Jan. 9

The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center will host its quarterly Veterans Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 5:30 p.m. in Room 4B-292 in the facility’s

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‘Magical Parades’ And Much More At 2018 South Florida Fair

The 2018 edition of the South Florida Fair will open Friday, Jan. 12 at the South Florida Fairgrounds, offering more than two weeks of exhibits, rides, entertainment and fun until closing day on Sunday, Jan. 28. Last year’s New Orleans theme and Mardi Gras parades were so popular that fair organizers decided the entire theme this year should focus on parades. Thus, the “Magical Parades” theme was created to celebrate the fair’s 106th edition, which will kick off at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 11 with the popular ride-a-thon. Each day of the 17-day fair, a famous parade from around the world will be highlighted, complete with authentic music, colorful costumes and highly decorated Mardi Gras floats, which also will be on display in the “Magical Parades” exhibition. Float riders are expected to delight fairgoers as they toss beads into the crowd. The fair’s signature Bike Nite parades, which typically attract more than 250 motorcyclists, also will be part of the lineup. The parades are scheduled weekdays at 6:30 p.m., except for Thursday, Jan. 25, which will be at 7:30 p.m., and weekends at 1 p.m. One of last year’s most successful promotions — $2 Fat Tuesdays — also is returning. On both Tuesdays of the fair, Jan. 16 and Jan. 23, admission, rides and food bites will be $2 all day. New attractions include “Lady Houdini” Kristen Johnson, known as the world’s premier female escape artist, who broke Harry Houdini’s record in 2012 for the most water torture cell escapes ever performed, estimated at over 2,000 attempts. She and her husband, Kevin Ridgeway, who emcees the show, were originally scheduled to perform at last year’s fair, but were involved in a serious car accident the day before the 2017 fair’s start and had to cancel. Since their recovery, they have built a segment into their show about the dangers of distracted driving. North America’s largest, por-

table observation wheel — the 155-foot-tall Midway Sky Eye — is coming to the South Florida Fair for the first time, equipped with more than 524,000 LED lights and 36 gondolas holding six riders each. Looking for something a bit more down to earth? The Magical Parades Carousel will be set up in Expo East, where guests enter. There will be a nominal charge that will benefit a different charity each day. The fair will continue its tradition of hosting an award-winning agriculture and livestock program featuring more than 1,000 exhibitors from more than 30 Florida counties; world-class ice skating performances daily; the historic Yesteryear Village; more than 200 rides, games and attractions; the creative crafts and skills competition; the Hambone Express racing pigs; the Starz of the Future competition; and the Miss South Florida Fair Scholarship Pageant. Guests also can count on entertaining shows by hypnotist Tyzen.

As always, the South Florida Fair is the place to go for foodies looking to consume cuisine they won’t find anywhere else. Among the hundreds of choices is Fun Time Foods’ Hashbomb, which is two hash brown patties with cheddar cheese and bacon, along with tater tot recipes that will coincide with the daily parade themes. Also on the menu is Bianco’s bird dog, which features two pieces of chicken on a hot dog bun covered with cheese and bacon, as well as the Porky’s doughnut burger. Last year’s fair favorite, the Purple Shrimp’s shrimp and grits will be returning this year. Some of the sweeter offerings include Parnell Foods’ freshly fried beignets, Chic Crepes’ sweet and savory French-style crepes, and K&R Concession’s original king cake slices. Plus, there is Goetze’s Dairy Kone’s Sriracha fire and ice cream sundae, made with soft serve vanilla ice cream and Sriracha hot sauce. Ghost Tours will return to Yesteryear Village every night at 10

“Lady Houdini” Kristen Johnson will be a featured performer.

p.m. on Friday and Saturday when the village closes. The cost is $15 and does not include fair admission. Guests will meet in the Red Level Baptist Church. Four stages of music and entertainment include the concert series at the Coca-Cola Stage with performances by Christian singer Matthew West, pop-rockers Atlanta Rhythm Section, country artist Chris Lane, internationally acclaimed Grand Funk Railroad and the iconic Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. A variety of bands, including Frankie Negron, Anthony La Makina, Samba New York, Grupo Impress and La Esencial, also will perform during Latin Fest on Sunday, Jan. 21. Advance discount tickets are on sale at Palm Beach County Publix supermarkets, Bud’s Chicken & Seafood and Palm Beach County BB&T Bank branches, and online at www.southfloridafair.com through Jan. 11 at midnight. Adult admission, 12 and older, is $10 in advance and $15 at the gate. A child’s admission, ages 6 to 11,

is $5 in advance and $8 at the gate. Guests age 5 and younger are free. Those who are 60 years of age and older pay $7 in advance and $9 at

the gate. Tickets for the ride-a-thon are $20 ($15 with a coupon). Call (561) 793-0333 or visit www. southfloridafair.com for details.

The 155-foot-tall Midway Sky Eye will make its fair debut this year.

No fair experience would be complete without rides and food.

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HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION IS NOT TRANSFERABLE. A NEW APPLICATION MUST BE FILED FOR ANY NEWLY PURCHASED OR SOLD PROPERTIES. IF YOUR HOMEOWNER STATUS REMAINS THE SAME, YOU WILL RECEIVE AN AUTOMATIC HOMESTEAD RENEWAL RECEIPT CARD FOR 2018.

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WELLINGTONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S INTERNATIONAL POLO CLUB OPENS 2018 HIGH-GOAL SEASON

Opening day at the International Polo Club Palm Beach featured the 20-goal Herbie Pennell Cup Final on Sunday, Dec. 31. Tackeria lifted the cup to end the year and start the new season with a 12-11 victory over Coca-Cola. The opening day saw polo fans and local members of the community alike enjoy tailgates, Sunday brunch and a fun time during a day that provided great weather for polo. For more information about the 2018 season, visit www.internationalpoloclub.com. PHOTOS BY JACK LOWENSTEIN/TOWN-CRIER

Tony Coppola and the Tackeria team lift the Herbie Pennell Cup.

Tackeria team members Wesley Finlayson, Jason Crowder, Matt Coppola and Pelon Escapite.

Coca-Cola team members Steve Krueger, Julio Arellano, Sugar Erskine and Gillian Johnston.

Merraine Sesskin, Karen Pica, and Danny, Solana and Kim Godde, with Marcie Koscher.

Horses Healing Hearts founder Liz Olszewski and Susan Shelly with children who participate in the nonprofitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program enjoy the halftime divot stomp.

Alan and Mayor Anne Gerwig enjoy a day at polo.

Susan Shelly and Tony Coppola.

Ashleigh Sasser, Suzanne and Sofia Downs, Kevin Williams and Chris Kull.

Rocio Breacia, Ursula Benites and Jennifer Clarke.

Abby Owens performs the national anthem.

Confetti rains down over guests at IPC at the close of the match.

Gabriela Gonzalez, Hadley Zabrowski, Isabella Carlos and Aubree Nades.

Melinda and Joel Murray enjoy the polo season opener.

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IPC Opener Ends With Win For Tackeria In Herbie Pennell Cup The International Polo Club Palm Beach held its first match of the season on Sunday, Dec. 31 in front of a large crowd to begin the 2018 season. The 20-goal Herbie Pennell Cup final saw Team Coca-Cola take on Team Tackeria in what appeared to be an easy match at the outset,

when Team Tackeria took an early commanding lead. Tackeria held Coca-Cola scoreless throughout the first two chukkers of the match, as they chalked up a 4-0 lead. By halftime, Coca-Cola had fallen behind by five goals, 7-2. However, the fourth period saw Coca-Cola come alive, as

Coca-Cola and Tackeria went head to head in the first match of the 2018 IPC season.

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they outscored Tackeria five goals to one, bringing the score within one heading into the fifth chukker and making for an exciting final few minutes of the game. At the start of the sixth, the match was tied 10-10 — a brand-new game with both teams playing intensely for the win. The teams traded goals in the final period when Matt Coppola, who would be named Most Valuable Player of the match, made his sixth goal of the game to give Tackeria the narrow win with a final score of 12-11. Coppola’s fantastic 9-year-old mare, Ventaja, earned Best Playing Pony honors. All eight players on the field scored at least one goal for their respective teams during the match. The highlight of opening day was the new and innovative grass turf installed over the summer. The new TifTuf Bermuda grass held up well under the demands of highgoal playing conditions and is the first of its kind for top polo play, requiring less water and fertilizer throughout the season. Tackeria’s Wesley Finlayson was very impressed. “The field was remarkable, and the best I’ve ever played on,” he said. “The ball bounced and rolled in a straight line though out the game.” MVP Matt Coppola echoed Finlayson’s remarks about the new footing at IPC.

“We had a great win today. The field played unbelievable today, probably one of the best fields I’ve ever played on in my life. If you miss the ball, it is definitely your fault,” he laughed. “We had a lot of fun out there today, and there were a ton of spectators for the first game of the season, which was very exciting to see.” Alfred "Herbie" Pennell was an American polo player who reached a rank of 6 goals outdoor and 8 goals indoor. He was the winner of several prestigious tournaments and also manager of the Meadowbrook Polo Club and Palm Beach Polo & Country Club, among others. He passed away in 2000, and the United States Polo Association honored him by naming the season-opening polo tournament in his memory. The 2018 high-goal season promises to be one of the best seasons in many years at IPC with a record number of teams entered in the 20-goal tournaments and a strong presence of the top highgoal polo players in the world participating and competing at the venue throughout the winter. The 20-goal season will next feature the Joe Barry Memorial Cup, from Jan. 7 through Jan. 21. For more information about the International Polo Club Palm Beach, visit www.international poloclub.com.

MVP Matt Coppola chases down the ball during last Sunday’s action at the International Polo Club Palm Beach.

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JustWorld Gala Returns To Wellington’s Belle Herbe Farm Jan. 12

The nonprofit JustWorld International is bringing Hollywood to Wellington for its 15th annual JustWorld Gala, presented by Caryl Philips & Frank Zeiss and the Palm Beach Masters Series, on Friday, Jan. 12 to raise funds to support education and nutrition programs for children living in impoverished communities around the world. Each year, JustWorld International hosts the gala to celebrate and applaud the positive change that the organization and its supporters is making in the lives of children who need it most. The JustWorld Gala attracts some of the equestrian industry’s top riders, trainers, owners and supporters, as well as important members of the community. This year’s gala will commemorate 15 years of making strides for change to create a more just world. Through the equestrian

community, members of JustWorld International work together to break the cycle of poverty and help children in need around the world become positive leaders in their communities. Hundreds of people from more than 40 different countries have joined the JustWorld community with the intention of improving children’s lives. Currently, JustWorld International supports local non-government organizations (NGOs) in three countries: Cambodia, Guatemala and Honduras. In total, JustWorld is supporting more than 6,500 children this year alone, focusing on education, nutrition, leadership and cultural development programs. This year, the theme of the gala will be “A Night of Hollywood Glamour.” JustWorld promises to bring spectacular entertainment to the event, with a few surprises. Guests are welcome to come

dressed as their celebrity selves to reflect the festive theme. The evening will host a series of fundraising events that will directly benefit JustWorld’s supported NGOs, including a silent auction and live auction. The Longines Global Champions Tour and Global Champions League have donated a VIP table for four guests in the exclusive hospital lounge at the tour’s highly anticipated event in Miami Beach from April 5-7. Other live auction items include an Exclusive Premier Golf Membership at Wellington National Golf Club, a wonderful Bolay catered event for up to 50 guests, a Palm Beach Master Series VIP package, a Hollywood package including four VIP tickets to The Late Show with James Corden and much more. Exciting silent auction items include beautiful Conquest Jumping watches from Longines, Disney park hopper tickets and a

VIP Bruins package. JustWorld is delighted to announce exciting partnerships this year. Longtime supporter Voltaire Design is joining JustWorld as Gala Sponsor. Voltaire Design specializes in upscale custom saddles made in France with the finest French leathers. Continuing their ongoing support, Horseware Ireland will be coming back as sponsor of the fun photo booth, allowing guests to capture a night to be remembered. Horseware Ireland has grown to become the world’s most trusted producer of horse rugs. New this year as Gala Sponsor, Floridian Community Bank is committed to supporting causes that help make South Florida a better place to live and work. Hosted by Belle Herbe Farm, located at 3206 Old Hampton Drive in Wellington, the lively atmosphere will be brought to life through food, drinks and spe-

cialty entertainment created for the evening by renowned event planner Dazzle Creative Events. JustWorld thanks Caryl Philips & Frank Zeiss and the Palm Beach Masters Series, who are returning as the Presenting Sponsors. The Palm Beach Masters Series, launched in 2016 when the Jacobs family successfully bid to keep World Cup qualifying horse jumping in Wellington, delivers thrilling equestrian competition at the highest levels of the sport. The series is hosted at Deeridge Farms, a stunning location at the heart of equestrian sport in Wellington, and offers riders, spectators and sponsors unforgettable hospitality and world-class show grounds. The signature event of the series, the Palm Beach Masters, is one of only seven North American east coast qualifiers for the Longines FEI World Cup. JustWorld is also thankful that

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Wellington Artist Ruth Mansmith To Be Honored By City Of West Palm Beach

GREENACRES FIRE RESCUE BRINGS CHRISTMAS TO PWH

Wellington artist Ruth Mansmith will be honored when West Palm Beach Mayor Jeri Muoio unveils an original work of art by Mansmith at West Palm Beach City Hall on Monday, Jan. 8 at 3 p.m. Mansmith specializes in original acrylic on canvas paintings. After summering in Paris for several seasons, Mansmith began work in abstract expressionism. Mansmith’s work caught the attention of collectors, as well as Muoio, who commissioned a

On Christmas Eve, Greenacres Fire Chief Mark Pure and several fire-rescue employees, joined Santa Claus and Councilman Anderson Thelusme at the pediatric unit at Palms West Hospital. Shown above, they delivered hundreds of toys to more than 50 sick children to brighten their spirits on Christmas Eve. Thelusme read to the children. Santa visited each room and spent time with the children and gave them toys and presents from his sack. “It truly was a rewarding experience,” Pure said. There were “high fives” and many hugs were given. The children really appreciated the gifts.

RPB’s Hill, Wellington’s Tomasik To Lead Building Officials Association Of Palm Beach County

The Building Officials Association of Palm Beach County recently elected Robert Hill, building official for the Village of Royal Palm Beach, as its president and Jacek Tomasik, building official for the Village of Wellington, as its vice president. Duties include, but are not limited to, contributing to pending construction-related legislation; working and coordinating with FEMA to prepare before and after hurricanes and other disasters; working with the International Code Conference on new and existing codes; and keeping up with current training of codes and products for all building plan reviewers and inspectors across all the trades. This organization is important to the State of Florida, as Palm Beach County is the largest county in the state and a leader regarding state building legislation and protection of life and property representing the “First Preventers.”

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Mansmith piece to be publicly displayed. Mansmith, the founder and president of Gen4Good, supports the nonprofit organization through art sales. Gen4Good empowers at-risk youth to become the next generation of social-change leaders through leadership training, community outreach and art appreciation. (Right) Ruth Mansmith speaks about her art to spectators.

Rooney’s Golf Foundation Makes Donations To Six Local Nonprofits

The Rooney’s Golf Foundation recently distributed $59,000 to six local charities as a result of their fall fundraising events. Local Rooney family businesses, the Palm Beach Kennel Club and Rooney’s Beer Company, coordinated the 16th annual Rooney’s Golf Tournament and fourth annual Overcomer Luncheon with a committee of volunteers. The 16th annual Rooney’s Golf Tournament was held Monday, Oct. 30 at the Trump National Golf Club in Jupiter. This year’s fall golf tournament raised $42,000 for Forever Greyhound Adoptions, Place of Hope, Potentia Academy and St. Anne’s Catholic School. The 17th annual Rooney’s Golf Tournament is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 29, 2018 at the Trump National Golf Club in Jupiter. The fourth annual Overcomer luncheon was held on Thursday, Nov. 16 at the National Croquet Center. This year’s luncheon raised a record $17,000 for the Autism

Project of Palm Beach County, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach and Potentia Academy. Anthony Ianni was the featured speaker focusing on an anti-bullying initiative. “Our goal every year is to help raise funds for amazing local charities and have some fun along the way. This year we exceeded in both. We are so excited that were able to distribute $59,000 to six wonderful local organizations. A big thank you to all of our participants, sponsors and volunteers who make these events so successful. Looking forward to another incredible year in 2018,” said Alexis Barbish-Sommer, executive director of the Rooney’s Golf Foundation. The Rooney’s Golf Foundation has donated $787,427 to local Palm Beach County charities since 2001. These funds are raised through golf tournaments, 5K run/walks, poker tournaments and luncheon events. The Rooney’s Golf Foundation Poker Tournament will be held Sunday, Jan. 28

Theresa Hume, Beverly Kelly, Mary Rooney, Christina Mull (Place of Hope), Kerry Friedman (Forever Greyhound Adoptions), Sherri Carter, Alexis Barbish-Sommer, Susan Demes (St. Ann Catholic School), Wendy Tuma (St. Ann Catholic School), Bill Dunn, Pat Rooney Jr., Mary Lou Arnold (Forever Greyhound Adoptions), Duane Meeks (Potentia Academy), Laura Stevenson (Catholic Charities) and Kyle Henderson (Autism Project of Palm Beach County). at the Palm Beach Kennel Club. Rooney’s 5K Run/Walk is set for Saturday, March 31 at the Palm Beach Kennel Club. Finally, the

Rooney’s Golf Foundation Spring Golf Tournament will be held Thursday, May 3 at the Abacoa Golf Club.

Audubon Photography Club To Meet Jan. 15 In Wellington

Building Officials Association of Palm Beach County President Robert Hill of Royal Palm Beach with Debbie Nutter, the organization’s former president.

The Audubon Society of the Everglades Photography Club will meet Monday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.). Open to everyone, the admission fee is $2. The meeting will be held at St. Michael Lutheran Church (1925 Birkdale Drive, Wellington). Prepare to make your photography a more exciting and rewarding hobby. At the meeting, you will

learn the basics of becoming a better photographer and meet other people who share your passion. Dr. Peter Lekos, will present a two-part program titled, “Stop Taking Snap Shots and Start Taking Great Shots.” Lekos has won numerous awards for his work and has been published in many newspapers and magazines, including Outdoor

Photographer, Birders World and N.J. Outdoors, and was also a former Associated Press sports photographer. The informative program will explain elements that make a great image, including how to achieve ideal exposure, sharpness, color balance, composition and lighting. Also covered will be how to use shutter speed and

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Western Academy Students Build Bikes

Teams of middle school students at Western Academy Charter School got to ride and race Infento bikes they designed and built themselves as part of a brand-new “maker” education program developed by Green Mouse Academy. Infento, both the name of the company and the maker kits, has produced a concept similar to Lego, but life-size. The name Infento comes from two Latin words meaning “infinite” and “to make.” This combination is exactly what Infento is all about — to infinitely make and invent. Partnering with Infento, Green Mouse Academy has developed

and launched a new science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) enrichment education experience that they are piloting with schools and afterschool groups throughout Palm Beach County. Over an eight-week period, students form teams and work together to come up with a bike design they then build using modular parts from the Infento kit. Students then get to test the ride they’ve created on a track of their own design. “We are tremendously excited to be piloting this program with Western Academy Charter School,” said Shane Vander Kooi,

president and founder of Green Mouse Academy. In order to develop a talented and educated 21st century workforce, we need to do more to inspire and engage kids early by giving them more opportunities to explore, invent and create in both formal and informal education settings.” Western Academy Principal Linda Terranova is excited about the project. “Being the first students in the United States to pilot this bike design program is a great opportunity for our aftercare students,” Terranova said. Vander Kooi is impressed by the

results thus far. “We had a great group of students here to work with. I observed them being engaged, learning and having fun right alongside our own team of instructors and developers,” he said. “Participants in early pilots like this are among the very first students outside of Europe to be working with the Infento kits. We will be refining our program based on what we learn from these students. Our goal for the new year is to release a complete enrichment curriculum package that can be then piloted in schools and afterschool settings throughout the country.”

Peers As Partners Program A Growing Success At Palm Beach Central High School

Palm Beach Central High School’s Peers as Partners in Learning, also known as “Central’s Champions” class, is in its second successful year of operation. This class is designed to teach students the general knowledge and awareness of disabilities, as well as to be trained to work as a “peer partner” for students with disabilities at the school. The goal is to provide reciprocal academic and social benefits to students with disabilities and

to their peers without disabilities. The program went from 10 trained peers in its first year, to a group of 30 students this school year. This program has been instrumental in bridging the social gap that sometimes exists in a high school setting for students with disabilities. Students with disabilities are more included and more participatory than ever before in all aspects of campus life and in the classroom. Perhaps the most valuable learning outcome is not just

what the students with disabilities gain by having the positive peer interactions and peer role models, but the life lessons learned by their peer partners. “As a peer partner, I feel as if I take the most responsibility and that I am a representation of what this class is and who these kids are. This has taught me to take a leadership role and not be afraid to open my mouth when I see a problem,” Kevin Fender said. Rileigh Favre agreed. “I have learned that people with dis-

abilities are far more capable of performing difficult activities on their own than people may think,” Favre said. The students recently celebrated the holidays together with a luncheon in the PBCHS media center. “I believe the best part of this program is not only do you get to make these amazing friends, but you get to make a difference in their lives,” Ciara Dias said. “Everything we do makes an impact on their lives.”

40 Rosarian Students Qualify As Duke TIP Scholars The Rosarian Academy recently announced that 40 students qualified for and have been recognized as Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP) scholars. These students scored in the top 5 percent on their grade-level standardized test. Duke University’s Talent Identification Program is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving academically talented youth. As a global leader in gifted education, Duke TIP works with students, families and educators to identify, recognize, challenge, engage and support gifted youth in reaching their highest potential. Nearly 3 million students have benefited from TIP programs and resources since 1980. TIP’s talent identification, academic and research programs now serve as worldwide models for the education of gifted students. The Duke TIP Seventh Grade

Talent Search allows students an opportunity to pursue an out-oflevel testing experience by inviting them to participate in taking either the SAT or ACT college entrance examinations. These tests are exactly the same as that of high school juniors and seniors preparing for college admission. The talent search in fourth through sixth grades offers students the chance to gain a deeper understanding of their potential by taking the optional PSAT 8/9 as an above-level test. In addition to building their testing skills, students also have the opportunity to learn and/or possibly participate in other programs for academically talented students. Congratulations to the following qualifying students: (seventh grade) Sabrina Bernstein, Thomas Coates, Stephen Hall, M.J. Hanlon, Mia Pariseleti and Victoria Reynolds; (sixth grade) Natalie Acosta, Alexandra Beauchamp,

The Rosarian students who qualified as Duke TIP scholars. Ariane Holton, Quinlyn Janson, Molly Lanahan, Lulu Lang, Daniele Mischke, Brewer Rehm, Layna Steele, Andrew Vargas and Tucker Yavinsky; (fifth grade) Emeline Chopin, Teddy Duncker, Cate Frerichs, Risa Hernandez, Georgina Keogh, Sophia Machado, Madeline McCarthy, Chloe

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EQUESTRIAN TRAILS KIDS ENJOY BAKING

Equestrian Trails Elementary School’s third-grade class got to baking for their final STEM project of the year. Amy Fahnoe’s class grouped her kids as they learned to work together and bake gingerbread reindeer cookies, chocolate chip cookies and pudding. Shown above are Juliana Priddy, Madison Sheehan and Brian Light, who participated in the project.

Oxbridge Academy Teacher Honored For Playwriting Work

Oxbridge Academy Theatre Department Director Kimberly Patterson has been honored by the Southeastern Theatre Conference for innovation in teaching playwriting. The award is presented annually in recognition of quality of instruction, philosophy behind the use of playwriting instruction in the classroom and successful realization of student work. Patterson has worked for more than 15 years in academic, professional and artistic fields. She has been teaching at Oxbridge since its inception in 2011, where she manages the theater program. Her specialties are stagecraft, Shakespeare and writing for performance. Under Patterson’s direction, Oxbridge students have twice been semi-finalists in the English-Speaking Union National Shakespeare Competition and this year performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with the American High School Theater Festival. In 2016, she was presented with the Linda P. Wise Grant for Theatre Educators from the Educational Theatre Association. Patterson said she is passionate about bringing new plays to the high school classroom and has commissioned plays from nationally recognized playwrights for her students to perform. Prior to joining the faculty at

Kimberly Patterson Oxbridge, she worked for both McGraw-Hill Education and ProQuest Education in content development. Patterson has a master’s degree from New York University’s Gallatin School and is a member of the Playwright’s Lab at Hollins University and the Dramatists Guild. The Southeastern Theatre Conference is a nonprofit organization comprising the broadest network of theater practitioners in the United States. It provides resources and opportunities for its diverse constituency in 10 states in the southeast region of the United States.

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I always try to be near snow in December — and then hightail it back south before the new year starts. I blame my Wisconsin roots. Unfortunately, I am still here. Up north. Where it’s one degree right now, up from -7 this morning. The reason for this breach of protocol is my daughter Jen’s birthday, which takes place in early January. Of course, it’s my own fault that she has this crummy birthday, nestled in between a pile of exhausting holidays and blissful relief. I don’t stick around for it — no one does. She hasn’t had a birthday party since she was a teenager. But this year she’s turning 40. Impossible, actually, given my age — well, my

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ery time someone RSVPs in the positive, I want to call and tell her, “Guess who’s coming!” Her husband, Greg, isn’t much help. He showed up to my meeting with the restaurant people with his three-year-old daughter Tess in tow. “What’s she doing here?” I whispered. “I thought we’d all have lunch,” he said. “She’s gonna spill the beans! Plus, you and I never go out to lunch without Jen along.” “It’ll be fine.” At 5 p.m. that day, I get a text from my daughter. “Did you and Tess have lunch together today?” she inquired. Um. “Oh, didn’t Greg tell you? Tess

wanted to see me, and I was out, and they were out, so we met up at... McDonald’s.” “She said the bathroom was ‘like a princess would have.’” Um. “Yeah, it was a really unusual McDonald’s. And what an imagination! Ha ha.” Things got worse when I was at their house, uncomfortably continuing the charade when Greg said, “Debbie, may I see you for a moment in the next room?” Ack! No! You must wait until you catch my eye and then silently crook your finger at me. Oh, have these people never tried to hide anything before? “What is it, Greg?” I asked, nervously

looking over my shoulder. “I’ve ordered the meat.” I just stared at him. “I got it at a really good price.” Was a medal in order? What? “OK, good. Gotta go.” I ran back to where Jen and I were playing Scrabble. “Everything OK?” she asked. “Oh, yeah. Sure. Ducky. Perfect.” “Mm-hmmm.” She’s on to us. Fortunately, she knows how much this means to me and is pretending to know nothing. Behind closed doors, I’m sure she’s grilling Tess for details. Oh, well, soon it will be over and I can get back to sanity — and sunshine!

‘Greatest Showman’ Has Good Points, But Doesn’t Go Anywhere I really wanted The Greatest Showman to be a good movie. I have always like Hugh Jackman and enjoy musicals. I saw the ads and decided that this might be the perfect Christmas time movie. Unfortunately, although there are some fine things in the film, it is more than a bit of a mess. Essentially this is the story of how P.T. Barnum (Jackman), a con man extraordinaire, became a success as he created one of the world’s great circuses. Before that, we see him and his long-suffering wife Charity (Michelle Williams) going through more than a few privations. Barnum’s real success, however, comes from bringing “people who are different” — a very obese man, a bearded woman, a tiny midget and others — into the circus. There is a big deal made about how he has “empowered” these people. Of course, some (and that includes me) might argue that calling them “freaks” as people gawk

‘I’ On CULTURE By Leonard Wechsler and sometimes laugh at them is not a great way to achieve “empowerment.” Barnum also brings in celebrities like the singer Jenny Lind (Rebecca Ferguson) and traditional circus acts. A major focus is on aerialist Anne Wheeler (Zandaya) and her relationship with Barnum’s partner Carlyle (Zac Efron), which brings everyone front and center to having a mixedrace couple at that time, and tries to create a “magic moment” with a kiss between the two of them in public high in the air.

The real problem with the film is not that it romanticizes Barnum’s life. The issue is that it does not make it really interesting. The original music is not bad, but there is nothing there that is truly unforgettable. The numbers essentially are music videos in the middle of a melodrama. The problems with the “empowerment of the freaks” is trickier. Barnum does point out that they are people who would normally be laughed at and marginalized, and now they are doing it for money. There is no doubt that he treated them far better than just about anyone else of the time. However, he exploited them even while protecting them. The racial element is, frankly, boring. It is a good thing that we have gotten so used to ignoring so many things about race that the two young leads really come across as two good-looking people falling in love rather than people of different races in a

shocking relationship. Ninety years ago, Showboat had a similar kind of story, and it really was not all that shocking then. As a result of this, what we really have is a pleasant film that goes nowhere. It does not have the heft to be a real musical. Remember, there are classics from ancient Showboat (“Old Man River,” “Can’t Help Loving that Man of Mine”) that are still sung today. Most people who do not buy the songs from the movie will not remember them a week after they see the film. Jackman, of course, is excellent. He is a superb singer, dances well and is a top actor. It is a shame that the material fails him. Williams is marvelous. After many years, she remains one of my favorite actresses, able to show strength even while vulnerable. Paul Sparks as Barnum’s main newspaper critic James Gordon Bennett is over the top and shown as evil, but that is something probably required to balance

things out. Efron is a good young leading man. He handles the acting and singing well for a rather improbable character. Zendaya is charming, does a nice job on the music and seemed quite at home on the trapeze. I would like to see more of her; she has a bubbling personality that seems to come through. I know this review sounds a bit muddled. There was a lot I did like. The cast was good. But the story itself seemed to go nowhere, and the music was too ordinary. It called out for some strong songs, and they just were not there. Walking out of the theater I heard the same kind of mixed views. There were a few people who really liked the film and more than a few who were disappointed, although no one said they really disliked it. If you are a big Hugh Jackman fan or are just nuts for musicals, see it. If not, it will be showing on television soon.

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PREMIER FAMILY HEALTH GIVES HOLIDAY GIFTS TO INDIAN RIDGE STUDENTS

For the seventh-straight year, Premier Family Health & Wellness in Wellington has partnered with the Indian Ridge School in West Palm Beach to make the students’ holidays merrier. On Wednesday, Dec. 20, Premier staff members, including Medical Director/ CEO Dr. Vincent Apicella, medical providers, medical assistants and administrators visited the Indian Ridge School campus to hand out toys, gift cards and Indian Ridge School t-shirts to the entire student body of 98 students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Students enrolled at Indian Ridge travel from all over Palm Beach County to attend classes at the only therapeutic school in Palm Beach County for those who have been identified with emotional and behavioral disorders. It is an academically focused school with therapy infused throughout the day. For their work with Indian Ridge, Premier has been awarded at least the silver medal in the Partner in Education for Health Services from the Palm Beach County School District every year. In 2015, Premier received the Commissioner’s Business Recognition Award (CBRA) from the Florida Department of Education. Dr. Vincent Apicella and Dr. Mariaclara Bago are pleased to continue their tradition of giving to Indian Ridge in 2017, and enjoyed seeing the smiles on all the students’ faces. For more information about Premier Family Health, visit www.premierfamilyhealth.com.

Premier CEO/Founder Dr. Vincent Apicella helps Indian Ridge students unwrap their holiday presents.

Premier Family Health & Wellness staff with Indian Ridge School leadership in front of gifts and t-shirts they distributed to Indian Ridge students. (L-R) Principal Dr. Natalie Cromwell, Ivette Osborne, Ally Ruiz, Shae Cruz, Ashley Hernandez, Stacey Oak, Elizabeth Lofaso, Felicia Bradford, Bryan Colon, Kelly Pulgar, Dr. Kunal Gandhi, Lacy Leate, Teresa Franzoso, Veronica Vicente, Jamie Taylor and Kalee Moore.

Indian Ridge leadership and Premier Family Health leadership: Premier Practice Manager Lacy Leate, Indian Ridge School Resource Specialist Stacey Oak, Indian Ridge Principal Dr. Natalie Cromwell, Premier CEO/Medical Director Dr. Vincent Apicella, Premier Nurse Practitioner Elizabeth Lofaso and Premier Business Administrator Ryan Mackman.

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HHH White White West Benefit At Wellington National On Feb. 9

Liz Olszewski has a special affinity for children impacted by drug addiction because, as the daughter of alcoholic parents herself, she understands the often-invisible struggle they face each day in a bid to achieve a small measure of the “normalcy” others take for granted. That’s why, in 2009, she founded Horses Healing Hearts, a nonprofit that uses horses and their care to help the children of parents struggling with addiction, build self-esteem and confidence. It has become a labor of love for

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continued from page 1 ing the class for three months. “I love doing different kinds of art,” she said. “Watercolors are my favorite. I like the sheerness of it, the way you can layer it to add depth and value. I wish the class went longer. Two hours is not enough time.” Harsha Raichura enjoys working on still lifes. “I like trying to get glass jars and vases just right,” she said. “Working in mixed media is my favorite. Watercolors with chalk. I never knew you could do that. Tania is a wonderful teacher, very interactive. She gives us good feedback.”

the 1992 graduate of the University of Dayton, who now serves as the organization’s executive director. On Feb. 9, with the help of honorary chairs Dave Aronberg, Peter Wylde and Roxanna Cella, Horses Healing Hearts will host the charity’s seventh annual White, White West fundraiser at the Wellington National Golf Club, where guests can enjoy an evening of entertainment and dance to benefit this one-of-a-kind program. Dress is white western chic. “The children are often the first

to be affected by their parent’s disease and the last to be helped,” Olszewski said. Horses Healing Hearts hopes to raise more than $100,000 this year through ticket sales, corporate sponsorships, and proceeds from live and silent auctions. Each $125 ticket, available online at www. hhhannualbenefit.com, includes valet parking. A limited number of sponsorship opportunities also remain, but the nonprofit has a Jan. 19 deadline for those wishing to participate.

“Liz is a great leader and spokesperson for her organization because she is so passionate,” said Wylde, a USA Olympic equestrian and winner of a gold medal in team jumping at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. “When I went to one of the afternoon sessions with the kids and listened to them talk and interact with the horses, I was all in. It’s just another way we can give back to the community and fulfill our responsibility as human beings to help others.” The only organization of its

Catherine Brooks agreed. “Tania is fabulous. I’m thrilled to be part of this show and to attend the classes. I never tried drawing before, and I keep coming back. There has been definite growth. The first class, I couldn’t even sketch a circle. This is my favorite painting so far,” she said, indicating a watercolor of a pond surrounded by trees. “It reminds me of something I’ve seen before, where I’d take a walk and end up daydreaming by a lake. This library branch is my favorite place to be. I come here almost every day.” Villacres smiled as she viewed the works along with her students, nodding and chatting, sharing their pride. “This show is going surprisingly well,” she said. “We have a nice turnout. Even random people are

wandering in, enjoying the art and learning about the class for the first time. Perhaps some of them will sign up for a class or two.” Violet Gjidoda, another artist, made sure to thank her teacher. “She’s amazing,” she said of Villacres. “She keeps bringing me back. I’ve been taking the classes for about a year now. I love the challenge of trying different mediums and subjects, challenging myself to try something I don’t think I can do, like flowers. They’re the bane of my existence, but I will defeat them someday. I’m so grateful to this library for providing these classes.” Diane Von Grote, another artist, pointed out some of her work. “Seeing all of our paintings displayed like this is very strange, but it’s fun, too, being part of it. I’m proud of all we’ve accomplished,”

she said. “Tania is a lovely teacher with a good sense of humor and a lot of patience. She has taught us a lot. I’m looking forward to learning more.” The Royal Palm Beach branch of the Palm Beach County Library System is located at 500 Civic Center Way. For more information, call (561) 790-6030. The branch continues to offer the art classes every Tuesday afternoon from 2 to 4 p.m., but it’s not the only one. The West Boca branch has similar classes, and all of the branches offer a wealth of coloring, craft and other sessions on a whole host of subjects for adults and children. Best of all, the classes are free. To find out more about the offerings, stop in at any branch and pick up the current month’s brochure, or visit www.pbclibrary.org.

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kind in the nation, Horses Healing Hearts not only deals with the children of addicts, it also provides equine-assisted therapy to help adult clients recovering from substance abuse addiction. “We can’t arrest our way out of the opiate epidemic,” State Attorney Dave Aronberg said. “We need programs like Horses Healing Hearts, which helps young people in distress and prevents tragedies before they occur.” Especially relevant in this season of shopping and giving, any purchases made through Amazon

Smile https://smile.amazon.com with Horses Healing Hearts listed as your charity will donate a small percent to the nonprofit at no charge. To donate directly, or for more information, visit www.hhhusa. org. To buy tickets for White White West, visit www.hhhannualbenefit.com, www.facebook. com/HHHUSA or call (561) 308-6431. For sponsorship information, e-mail Laura South at laurasouth@comcast.net or call (561) 371-7818.

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Caribbean-Americans for Community Involvement (CAFCI) held its 28th annual New Year’s Eve Gala on Sunday, Dec. 31 at the Madison Green Country Club in Royal Palm Beach. Guests rang in the New Year with a champagne toast, enjoyed a buffet dinner and danced the night away to the sounds of Micro DJ. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

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Vinceremos Teams Up With Special Education Program

The smiles say it all. Eight lucky special education students get to spend two hours every Tuesday morning riding at the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center. The brainchild of Okeeheelee Middle School teacher Brooke Franzman and Vinceremos Program Coordinator Susan Guinan, the collaboration began several months ago. “We’ve always had a special relationship with Okeeheelee Middle School,” Guinan said. “Sarah Menor, daughter of Vinceremos’ founder Ruth Menor, teaches there. Principal Dr. David Samore is also wonderfully supportive. He’s open to diverse programs and outside-the-box ideas.” Guinan said that Vinceremos ran a similar program with the Boys & Girls Clubs in Wellington and Belle Glade over the past two summers. Coordinating with Okeeheelee is the model for working with schools. “One of our main concerns is funding,” she said. “We want the program to be selfsustaining. Our goal is to eventually offer this program to every middle school in Palm Beach County. There are many special programs for able-bodied children, and not as many for children with special needs. This is a unique way to combine recreational, educational and sports components into a single program.” The program also meets specific state educational standards. “When they’re workGet updates all week long... follow Ellen Rosenberg on Twitter at twitter.com/Horse TalkFL.

Tales From The Trails By Ellen Rosenberg ing around the horses or riding, the children are totally engaged, and also enjoying themselves,” Guinan said. “Just think — would you rather hold a pencil to solve math problems, or buckle a throat latch on a bridle while building a relationship with a horse?” Guinan explained that the teacher chooses which students participate, then she and her aides bring the class to the barn each week and stay to assist. Some of the time is spent in the barn, grooming, bathing the horses, or tacking up, and some is spent riding. “It’s amazing to see the kids’ confidence soar when they’re riding,” Guinan said. “One child, who was always nonverbal, said his first words when he was riding: ‘me happy.’ We use appropriate activities to make a real difference in their lives, building self-confidence, self-esteem and social skills. These skills also translate to real-world situations.” Many of the kids have never had the opportunity to ride a horse before. “It’s an extraordinary experience. Some children with disabilities become like shut-ins, because of the limited opportunities to participate in social

Subentz on Zoe, along with Sarah Menor, Ruth Menor and Brooke Franzman. or recreational activities,” Guinan said. “Here, for us here at Vinceremos. The program has everyone’s equal, and everyone participates had a huge impact on us, as well as them.” equally. They bring along their lunches, and Sarah Menor, the exceptional student during the break, we share iPad videos of educational coordinator at Okeeheelee Middle them riding. It reinforces what they’ve ac- School, is thrilled to accompany the group on complished. They’re all stars. Personally, I its weekly trip to the barn. enjoy watching them blossom, seeing them “Ms. Franzman is one of my favorite teachaccomplish things they’ve never dreamed of ers,” she said. “She fell in love with VincerSee ROSENBERG, page 29 doing. This class is the highlight of each week

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Zoo Names Kathleen Breland Interim CEO

The Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society’s Board of Directors recently named Kathleen Breland, its chief operating and chief financial officer, as the zoo’s interim CEO. “Kathleen’s strong management skills and knowledge of daily operations are an asset to the zoo during this exciting time of transition and opportunity,” said Michele Kessler, chair of the zoo’s board. The board has engaged Zoo Advisors, a nationally recognized zoo management firm, to assist with strategic planning and the search for a permanent successor to former CEO & President Andrew Aiken, who recently resigned. “Kathleen embodies our passion and vision,” Kessler said. “She has our full support and endorsement.” Breland has served the zoo in a number of capacities since joining the zoo in July 2009. She was promoted to chief operating officer in January 2015. “It is a privilege to lead a strong management team and staff, supported by dedicated volunteers, board members and supporters who are passionate about our mission in support of wildlife,” Breland said. Annually, more than 330,000

Kathleen Breland people walk through the gates of the second-most-visited attraction in West Palm Beach. As it approaches its 50th anniversary and debut of a brand-new lorikeet loft, ocelot overlook, Julie and Mike Connors monkey mania habitat, and Ruth & Ted Baum family conservation entry plaza, the cultural asset is in an excellent position to build on its successes. For more information, visit www. palmbeachzoo.org.

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Palm Beach County Golf Facilities Receive National Recognitions From The Golf Range Association

The John Prince Golf Learning Center, the Osprey Point Golf Course, the Okeeheelee Golf Course and the Park Ridge Golf Course have all been awarded Top 50 honors by the Golf Range Association of America (GRAA) in its yearly ranking of best practice ranges in the United States. The John Prince Golf Learning Center, located in Lake Worth, was recognized as one of the Top 50 Stand-Alone Ranges, which marked the sixth-straight year that the GRAA has honored the facility with the award after naming it the “Best New Range in the United States” in 2007. The John Prince Golf Learning Center has both grass and mat hitting stations on its lighted 280-yard driving range. The range features also include 16,000 square feet of putting green as well as a chipping green with green-side bunkers. Additionally, the facility has a fully stocked golf shop and three regulation holes to allow golfers to

further hone their skills. The Osprey Point Golf Course, located in Boca Raton, was recognized as one of the Top 50 Public Ranges for the third-straight year. Osprey Point features a double-ended 300yard driving range with grass hitting stations on both ends. Additionally, the range features more than 28,000 square feet of greens, as there are two practice putting greens as well as two chipping greens. Osprey Point’s own Bill Scott was also named on the GRAA’s list of “Top 50 Growth of the Game Teaching Professionals” this year, marking his first time on the list. The Okeeheelee Golf Course and the Park Ridge Golf Course were each recognized as Top 50 Public Ranges for the second-straight year. The range at Okeeheelee features a double-ended 300-yard driving range with both grass and mat hitting stations. The practice area also features 30,000 square feet of putting green as well as a chipping green

and green-side bunkers. The practice area at Park Ridge, which was renovated in 2014, encompasses a 330-yard double-ended driving range with chipping greens on each end. Each of the chipping greens features green-side bunkers as well as multiple target holes. A 10,000-square-foot putting green also features multiple target holes. In order to receive recognition by the GRAA, golf facilities must present an application that highlights not only a wide range of amenities, but one that also shows a wide variety of available programming that benefits all levels of skill and promotes the growth of the game of golf. The GRAA recognizes the top 50 facilities in three categories, StandAlone, Public and Private, with the winners being listed in the December issue of Golf Range Magazine. The four facilities are operated by the Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation Department. For more info., visit www.pbcgolf.com.

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Omega Alpha Rings In The New Year By Celebrating Horses

For Omega Alpha, holiday season means that it’s time to give back to the community through sponsorship of the 2017 Equestrian Sport Productions Holiday Circuit, the 2018 Winter Equestrian Festival and the 2018 Adequan Global Dressage Festival. As a leader in producing natural formulations for improving equine health and performance since 1992, Omega Alpha is enthusiastic to commend the health and happiness of equine athletes by sponsoring these internationally competitive hunter/ jumper and dressage circuits.

During the six-week Equestrian Sport Productions Holiday Circuit show series for hunter/jumpers held at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, the Canadian-based company was the title sponsor of the $25,000 Omega Alpha Grand Prix. The winner, Fabio Da Costa, received a collection of Omega Alpha products and a custom Omega Alpha scrim. Da Costa is looking forward to competing two horses in the FEI classes throughout the Winter Equestrian Festival. Omega Alpha will continue commending healthy horses throughout

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For the fourth year in a row, Palm Beach Outlets and the South Florida Fair are partnering to collect food for the Palm Beach County Food Bank. Food 4 Fun is set for Saturday, Jan. 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Palm Beach Outlets (1751 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., West Palm Beach). Those who donate at least two new, non-perishable items (unopened and not expired) will receive one ticket to the South Florida Fair that is good for one free admission on any Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday during the 2018 fair, which runs from Jan. 12-28 at the

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Area Teams Take Part In Annual Palm Beach Shootout

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Palm Beach Shootout basketball tournament saw 32 teams from all over the state gather during the winter holidays, Dec. 26 through Dec. 30, to compete in the third annual event.

Wellington’s Bryan Williams tries to get around the Saint John Paul II Academy defender.

The tournament provided divisions for both boys and girls, playing a guaranteed three games, including a championship round. The host venues were Atlantic Christian Academy and John I. Leonard High School. Seminole Ridge High School’s basketball program competed in both divisions, with the girls taking third place overall, defeating John I. Leonard 50-40. The SRHS girls team defeated Tavares High School in the first round 38-34. Aneesha Cason recorded 14 points and eight rebounds. Jahnae Midget had 15 points and eight rebounds, and Lynzie Smikle tallied 12 rebounds and five points for the Hawks. Cason was selected for the all-tournament team during the competition, bucketing a tournament-high 28 points and grabbing 10 rebounds against the Lancers. The Hawks are 6-6 on the season. The Palm Beach Central High School girls squad also competed and took seventh place overall, defeating Cardinal Newman 53-48. Shelby Ward had 14 points, Jasmine Malone collected 10 points and eight rebounds, and Yoslene Quiles contributed 10 points and eight assists for the 3-7 Broncos. Wellington High School and

Wellington’s Nicholas Toledo flies through the air to the rim for two points.

Seminole Ridge competed in the boys division. The Hawks defeated Belleview High School in their first round but fell to Forest Hill High School and eventually settled for fourth place overall after a tough loss to Saint John Paul II Academy. The Wolverines won the tournament championship for the second-straight year in a battle against

undefeated Forest Hill, 70-58. Wellington first won games against Elite Academy and a thriller against Saint John Paul II 66-59, where the contest saw the lead exchanged several times. That win propelled the Wolverines into the finals against the Falcons, both entering with unblemished records. Wellington won the

trophy behind guard Bryan Williams and Nicholas Toledo. Williams was named game MVP with a tournament high of 20 points. Toledo earned all-tournament honors and had 11 points and 10 assists. Jonathan Philistin totaled 17 points and eight rebounds for the Wolverines, who remain unbeaten at 11-0. Forest Hill fell to 9-1.

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Winter Equestrian Festival To Kick Off Jan. 10 At PBIEC

One of the most expansive Winter Equestrian Festival seasons yet will get underway Wednesday, Jan. 10 at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. The 2018 WEF will feature 12 consecutive weeks of elite equestrian competition, hosting 11 FEI weeks and four CSI 5* competitions. The Winter Equestrian Festival has been the pinnacle of equine competition in South Florida for more than four decades, welcoming enthusiasts and athletes annually to one of the most competitive shows in the world. This year’s circuit will offer more than $9 million in prize money throughout the duration of the season and will feature many of the world’s top internationally ranked riders. “We look forward to delivering another amazing season in 2018, with bigger classes, more prize money and incredible sponsors, as we host the most talented riders in the world,” said Mark Bellissimo, CEO of Equestrian Sport Productions and managing partner of the Wellington Equestrian Partners. “We are proud to continue organizing the sport’s largest equestrian competition and look forward to making this year one of the best WEF seasons yet.” The Palm Beach International

Equestrian Center is open to the public and offers free general admission throughout the season to all events. Competition each week begins on Wednesday morning and continues through Sunday afternoon. The highlight Saturday Night Lights competitions, featuring major international Grand Prix competition under the lights in the iconic International Ring, will begin at 7 p.m. each Saturday of the circuit. Gates open at 6 p.m. The four CSI 5* Grand Prix classes, the highest designation of international show jumping in the sport, will take place on Feb. 10 (WEF 5), Feb. 24 (WEF 7), March 10 (WEF 9) and March 31 (WEF 12) in the International Ring at PBIEC. These competitions feature the top horse and rider combinations in the world, and include four FEI World Ranking classes during each week. The final CSI 5* competition of the circuit (WEF 12) will be the $500,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5*, the most prestigious international class of the 2018 season, taking place on the final Saturday of the season. Following the success of the 2017 season, WEF will again offer concurrent CSI 2* competitions running in conjunction with CSI 5* weeks in an effort to offer exhibitors

additional opportunities to compete at the FEI level. The CSI 2* division will feature a $50,000 Grand Prix on Sundays and include FEI World Ranking classes, along with two additional classes during the week. Each week of the WEF circuit also hosts Premier AA hunter competition for children, juniors, amateurs and professionals. WEF welcomes Equinimity LLC as the new title sponsor of the popular WEF Challenge Cup classes, Thursday’s weekly highlight of competition. The classes will begin Thursday, Jan. 11 and continue through Thursday, March 29, ranging from $35,000 up to $132,000 in prize money. The 1.50m Championship Jumper Classic classes also welcome a new sponsor, Hollow Creek Farm. The Hollow Creek Farm Championship Classic competitions are set to take place throughout the circuit at both PBIEC, Equestrian Village and on the Derby Field, culminating with a final class under the lights on Saturday, March 24 with the $132,000 Hollow Creek Farm 1.50m Championship Classic Final. The season will also see a return of the prestigious Under 25 Grand Prix Series, this year presented by Hermès, showcasing the next gen-

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WHS WINS DUALS EVENT Wrestling Club Competes At Sunshine Open

The Wellington High School Wrestling team won the team title at the 10-team Wellington Duals X tournament last month. Wrestlers going 4-0 on the day were: Chakiris Townsend (106), Jesse Weinberg (113), Tony Widrig (120), Robert Saldarriaga (126), Jared Abramson (138) and Eric Saber (182). Shown above is Chakiris Townsend before his win by pin over David Briel from Mater Academy.

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continued from page 23 emos when she attended a program here last year. She created this life-skills-based program for her students, meeting many of the state educational benchmarks.”

Some of those benchmarks for independent functioning include carrying out and completing a task, participating in group and individual activities, following rules and procedures, and adjusting to changes and new routines. “We’re really lucky that we have a supportive principal who encourages us to do this,” Franzman said. “The impact on the kids — oh, my gosh! Watching them come alive when they’re riding warms my

James Marvel, Jareth Buccilli, Aiden Sandlofer, Sam Marvel, Cameron Gibson and Tyler Gray. heart. I watch them change from apprehension to genuine smiles. One of my students wants to volunteer here. Sharing in their success is one of the best things for me as a teacher. It’s so cool to watch them become relaxed and acquire new skills while being totally enthralled.” There are other added benefits. “After every outing, they get to be reporters on the school news show, including video clips of what they’re accomplished,” she said.

“It’s another great way for them to be truly integrated members of the school community. We’re looking forward to some of them having the opportunity to compete in the Special Olympics this winter. This whole program has just had a huge impact on all of us.” The kids enjoy their time at Vinceremos. One of them, Subentz, was apprehensive when they first started coming out. The sheer size of the horses was daunting.

The Wellington Wrestling Club competed recently at the Sunshine Open held at Cardinal Gibbons High School in Fort Lauderdale. Stand outs for the day included champions Jareth Buccilli (eighth grade/JV high school 120 division) and Tyler Gray (Bantam/68 pounds). James Marvel (eighth grade) competed in both JV and varsity high school divisions and brought home second place in the JV division and third place in the varsity division. Cameron Gibson (Novice/85 pounds) also took home a second-place medal. The Wellington Wrestling Club practices on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Village Park in Wellington. For more info., contact coach Travis Gray at travis.gray@ palmbeachschools.org. “But now I’m having a fun time,” he said. “I like riding a horse, especially Zoe. After I saw it wasn’t hard, I asked to ride the biggest horse. I feel happy when I’m up on her. She always listens to me. I like looking down on everyone. So far, we’ve walked, done the bumpy trot and the obstacle course. I can even tack her up on my own.” For more information about Vinceremos, call (561) 792-9900 or visit www.vinceremos.org.

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Saturday, Jan. 6 • Audubon of the Everglades will car pool in Stormwater Treatment Area 1E in Wellington on Saturday, Jan 6 from 7:30 a.m. to noon. Visit www. auduboneverglades.org for more info. • The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk John Prince Park (2520 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth) on Saturday, Jan. 6 at 7:30 a.m. Call Paul Cummings at (561) 963-9906 for more info. • The Green Market at Wellington will be open Saturday, Jan. 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. near the Wellington Amphitheater. For more info., visit www.greenmarketatwellington.com. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Beginner’s Tai Chi Practice for ages 16 and up on Saturday, Jan. 6 at 9 a.m. Often referred to as “meditation in motion,” tai chi is recognized to reduce stress, improve balance and stability, and promote quality of life. Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Norton Museum of Art will present Community Conversation: Climate Change on Saturday, Jan. 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with Justin Brice Guariglia, whose art is featured in “Earth Works,” based on photographs he took while accompanying NASA scientists on flights over Greenland surveying melting glaciers. For more info., call (561) 832-5196 or visit www. norton.org. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Jan. 6 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) 681-4100 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Dungeons & Dragons for ages 12 and up on Saturdays at 2 p.m. Adventure in the world of Dungeons & Dragons with fellow wizards and warriors. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. Sunday, Jan. 7 • The Royal Palm Beach Green Market & Bazaar will be held Sunday, Jan. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Veterans Park. Visit www.rpbgreenmarket. com for more info. • Unity of the Palm Beaches will observe White Stone Sunday at its regular service on Sunday, Jan. 7 at 11 a.m. at Temple Israel (1901 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach). White Stone Sunday is the day when congregants set intentions for the rest of the year. For more info., visit www. unitypalmbeach.com. • The 2018 high-goal polo season will continue Sunday, Jan. 7 with the Joe Barry Cup at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. Polo matches are open to the public, with a wide range of hospitality and guest seating options. For more info., visit www.internationalpoloclub.com. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Miniature Gardens Winter Wonderland for ages 10 and up on Sunday, Jan. 7 at 2 p.m. Chill out and create your own winter wonderland miniature garden! Materials will be provided. Bring

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your own glue gun if you have one. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach will present the Calidore String Quartet on Sunday, Jan. 7 at 3 p.m. Call (561) 655-7226 or visit www. fourarts.org for more info. Monday, Jan. 8 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Write, Read, Critique for adults on Mondays, Jan. 8 and Jan. 22 at 9:30 a.m. Join in an informal discussion where participants improve their craft by reading and discussing work in progress. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach will host a lecture on Churchill’s Legacy: Two Speeches to Save the World with Lord Alan Watson on Monday, Jan. 8 at 2:30 p.m. Call (561) 805-8562 or visit www.fourarts.org for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host its Beginners Chess Club for ages 8 to 17 on Monday, Jan. 8 at 6 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 20 at 2:30 p.m. Learn how to play this strategic game. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Chess Club for Adults on Monday, Jan. 8 at 6:30 p.m. Practice strategy skills with other players. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host English Exchange for adults on Mondays, Jan. 8, 22 and 29 at 6:30 p.m. Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended. Call (561) 894-7529 to pre-register. • The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present Organist Cameron Carpenter on Monday, Jan. 8 at 8 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for info. Tuesday, Jan. 9 • One Night in Memphis: Presley, Perkins, Lewis and Cash will be at the Kravis Center’s Alexander W. Dreyfoos Jr. Concert Hall on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. For more information, visit www.kravis.org. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Preserving Your Family Heritage: Scanning Images for adults Tuesday, Jan. 9 through Thursday, Jan. 11 at 2 p.m. Bring up to 100 photos in good condition and a flash drive to save the digital images using a high-speed scanner. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Online Shopping for adults on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 2 p.m. The basics of internet shopping, including online stores, auctions and classified sites, will be discussed. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Art for Adults: Watercolor Basics for ages 10 and up on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 2 p.m. Explore bold colors like Van Gogh, or capture the fluidity of nature like Georgia O’Keeffe. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

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• The Mounts Botanical Garden in West Palm Beach will host a Literary Garden Book Discussion on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 2 p.m. with Stir: My Broken Brain and the Meals that Brought Me Home by Jessica Fechtor. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Vibrant Hands for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 3 p.m. Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a colorful and vibrant handprint mural. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Society of the Four Art in Palm Beach will host Sally Bedell Smith speaking about Prince Charles: The Passions and Paradoxes of an Improbable Life on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 3 p.m. Call (561) 655-7226 or visit www.fourarts.org for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Coding Crew: Beginner Programming for ages 8 to 12 on Tuesdays, Jan. 9, 23 and 30 at 3:30 p.m. and Thursday, Jan. 11 at 3:30 p.m. Make simple animations and games with Scratch, a system designed to teach the basics of coding to kids. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Are You Board? Game On!” for adults on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 6 p.m., Monday, Jan. 23 at 6 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 27 at 2 p.m. Discover new games and get reacquainted with old favorites. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Pizza Chat for ages 12 and up on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 6:30 p.m. Chat with the group about a book, movie, game, anime or show that you loved or hated while enjoying pizza and drinks. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • Audubon of the Everglades will hold its monthly meeting and lecture on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 7 p.m. at the Pine Jog Environmental Education Center (6301 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach) featuring ecologist Dr. Steven Davis speaking on “The State of the Everglades.” For more info., visit www.auduboneverglades.org. • The Kravis Center in West Palm Beach will present Brad Garrett and Rita Rudner on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at 8 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for more info. Wednesday, Jan. 10 • The 12-week-long 2018 Winter Equestrian Festival, the largest and longest-running horse show in the world, will open Wednesday, Jan. 10 at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. Featured during the first week will be the $75,000 Battle of the Sexes on Saturday, Jan. 13. For more info., call (561) 793-5867 or visit www.pbiec.com. • Audubon of the Everglades will hold a family-friendly walk in the Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge on Wednesday, Jan. 10 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more info., visit www. auduboneverglades.org. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Presidents and Their First Ladies, Dramatically Speaking: John & Abigail Adams for adults on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 2 p.m. William and Sue Wills bring their story to life. Pre-register in person or online at www.pbclibrary. org/presidents-2018. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Musical Toddlers & Tykes for children under age 4 on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 3:30 p.m. Jam along to favorite story time songs with instruments to keep the music going. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Presidents and Their First Ladies, Dramatically Speaking: John & Abigail Adams for adults on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 6 p.m. William and Sue Wills bring their story to life. Pre-register in person or online at www.pbclibrary.org/presidents-2018. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Book Discussion: Rabbit Cake by Annie Hartnett for adults on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 6:30 p.m. Pick up a copy at the research services desk. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Sisterhood of Congregation L’Dor Va-Dor (3475 W. Woolbright Road, Suite 19, Boynton Beach) invites the community to hear about

The Town-Crier “Human Trafficking, Here, in 2017” on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. For reservations call (561) 968-6088 or e-mail info@ldorvador.org. • The Kravis Center in West Palm Beach will present Johnny Mathis: The Voice of Romance Tour 2018 on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 8 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for more info. Thursday, Jan. 11 • The Society of the Four Art in Palm Beach will host Preschool Story Time: Baby Day for children under age 4 on Thursday, Jan. 11 at 10:30 a.m. There is no charge and no reservation is necessary. Call (561) 655-2776 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Create a Memory Page for adults on Thursday, Jan. 11 at 2 p.m. Create artful displays to commemorate special events. Bring personal photos. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Tween Gaming for ages 8 to 12 on Thursday, Jan. 11 at 3 p.m. Bring a friend for Wii gaming and board game fun. Call (561) 7906070 for more info. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Build a BrushBot!” for ages 8 and up on Thursday, Jan. 11 at 4:30 p.m. Make your own BrushBot using toothbrushes, pager motors, batteries and silly-looking stickers, and then have a BrushBot race with your library friends. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a concert with the Gypsy Lane Band, along with a food truck invasion, on Thursday, Jan. 11 at 5 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Sit ’n’ Stitch for ages 9 and up on Thursdays, Jan. 11 and 18 at 5 p.m. Learn crochet fundamentals or socialize while you work on your current project. Meet new people, and share your ideas and knowledge with others. Some materials will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Acreage Branch Fantasy Football: End-OfSeason Bash for ages 16 and up on Thursday, Jan. 11 at 6:30 p.m. Spend an evening recognizing the victors and sharing the highlights of the library’s second Fantasy Football season. Drop in and learn how to get involved next season. Refreshments will be served. Call (561) 6814100 to pre-register. Friday, Jan. 12 • The Mounts Botanical Garden in West Palm Beach will host Stories in the Garden with youth services librarian Stacey Burford on Friday, Jan. 12 at 10 a.m. For more info., call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org. • The opening ceremonies for the 2018 South Florida Fair will take place Friday, Jan. 12 at 11:30 a.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds. The fair will continue until Sunday, Jan. 28. Visit www. southfloridafair.com for the complete schedule. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host DIY: Design a Tote Bag for ages 7 to 12 on Friday, Jan. 12 at 4:30 p.m. Show your creative side and design your own tote bag using craft supplies. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free screening of Cars 3 on Friday, Jan. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Attendees should bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events for more info. • JustWorld International will bring Hollywood to Wellington for the 15th annual JustWorld Gala on Friday, Jan. 12 at Belle Herbe Farm to raise funds to support basic needs programs for children around the world. For more info., visit www.justworldinternational.org. • Night of Stars: A Broadway Celebration will be at the Kravis Center’s Alexander W. Dreyfoos Jr. Concert Hall on Friday, Jan. 12 at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.kravis.org. Send calendar items to: The Town-Crier, 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 33, Wellington, FL 33414 or e-mail news@gotowncrier.com.

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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

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EMPLOYMENT WANTED I CARE! — Seeking year-round live-in position, day or night. Homemaker, Licensed CNA/Caregiver, Companion, Gourmet Cook, Personal Assistant. Level II background check. Decade of experience. PB excellent references. Juliette, 561806-8006 - caringsoul301@gmail.com HOME HEALTH AIDE AVAILABLE — Experienced Home Health Aide seeks new position. Flexible hours, full time or part time, day or night. I am a Licensed CNA who has worked as a home health aide and also as a nanny. I have many years of experience taking care of the elderly at home. Price negotiable, references provided upon request. Call Pat at (561) 294-1423. SEEKING POSITION: Companion to elderly person, non-medical position, college educated. Please call 561324-5807ed. Please call 561-324-5807

EMPLOYMENT COST ACCOUNTANT (WELLINGTON, FL ) — Sought by horse and equine company with experience in compiling statistical, financial, accounting and comperative audit reports for subsequent evaluation of income, expenses, profit and losses and reviewing agricultural loans and lines of credit. Mail resume only to Attn: Franklin Hoet, Mission Farms of Wellington, Inc. 13412 57th Place South, Wellington FL 33449 CHILDCARE TEACHER ASSISTANT — Looking for teacher assistant, experience preferred please. Hours are (8 a.m. - 2 p.m. ) or (2 p.m. - 6 p.m. ) This facility is located in Western Communities. Call (561) 793-5860 S E C R E TA RY F O R S M A L L A C COUNTING OFFICE — heavy phones, client contact, filing, preparing documents. Must know Word. Excel a plus. Please fax resume to: (561)333-2680. LEGAL SECRETARY/PARALEGAL-MATURE — part to full time for solo practitioner, small office, heavy phones, client contact, scheduling, preparing documents, etc. Must be experienced. Timeslips, ProDocs, Word Perfect or Word. Probate, estate planning, guardianship and Medicaid planning. Please fax resume to (561)333-2680. References required. LOOKING FOR HELP IN CLEANING BUSINESS BASED IN WESTERN COMMUNITIES — 2 days per week to start - must have transportation and speak english. Experience preferred call Debbie 561-386-4358

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