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Grand Prix Village: Br and new constr uction 20-stall barn with 4 wash stalls, 2 tack rooms, a laundry room, and a feed room on 4 acres. The owners’ lounge has a fireplace, kitchen with great room for entertaining and a wonderful view of the 220’ x 120’ competition ring. Offered at $12,950,000

Grand Prix Village: Ther e’s a gorgeous brand new 18 stall barn with two tack rooms, feed room, and lots of storage. There is an oversized 2-car garage, and a lovely owners’ lounge with an office, kitchen and living room. The property has a grass Grand Prix field and an all-weather ring already in place. Offered at $13,900,000

Grand Prix Village: Far m has a beautiful and spacious owners lounge with covered patio and includes a 4BR 2BA grooms quarters with storage. Property has 32 stalls total in 2 barns. Each barn consists of 16 stalls, 2 wash stalls, feed room, tack room, and laundry room. There is plenty of storage. Offered at $11,000,000

Saddle Trail: Newly constr ucted 30 stall equestr ian facility with 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath pool home on 6.2 acres in Saddle Trail. This superbly designed professional farm is complete with a new Olympic all weather sub-irrigated ring, grass jump field and 6 horse Kraft covered walker. Offered at $7,250,000

Greenview Shores: Br and new pool home with 20-stall sporthorse facility adjacent to Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. 4.5-acre farm boasts solar tunnel lighting, solar panel power, bamboo Rower & Rub Stalls. There is a 1/4 mile track, oversized paddocks and huge sand ring. Offered at $12,750,000

Grand Prix Farms at Equestrian Club: Excellent equestr ian facility on paved road in gated community. Very close to WEF and Global Dressage. 14 stall barn with over sized sand arena for jumpers and a dressage mirror. Property includes office, tack, feed, laundry, and storage rooms. Offered at $3,900,000

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THE WOMEN OF THE WELLINGTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Many groups strive to help one charitable organization. Helping a few is a big deal. However, the Women of the Wellington Chamber of Commerce have decided to go even bigger, with a lofty goal of 30 women helping a different organization each month, during the “30 Women, 30 Nights” philanthropic campaign. By Julie Unger

2016 EQUESTRIAN SEASON PREVIEW: BUSY SEASON AHEAD The 2016 equestrian season is almost here! Get yourself ready for all the action with our preview of the season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach, the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center show grounds and dressage stadium, along with events at the Grand Champions Polo Club, the Ridge at Wellington Turf Tour and the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center.

ENGEL & VÖLKERS EXTENDS FIELD SPONSORSHIP AT IPC

VET PRACTICE OFFERS INNOVATIVE APPROACH FOR HORSES

WELLINGTON GIVES: ALZHEIMER’S COMMUNITY CARE Alzheimer’s Community Care provides relief for Alzheimer’s patients, caregivers and families throughout Palm Beach, Martin and Saint Lucie counties at a number of offices, including programs at host facilities, such as one that opened just recently at St. Michael Lutheran Church in Wellington. By Deborah Welky

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WELLINGTON SOCIAL SCENE Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Presents Arthur’s Jam Fundraiser At IPC Wellington Boys & Girls Club Hosts Golf Classic At Wanderers Club Wiffle Ball Tournament For Kids Held At Village Park In Wellington Annual CAFCI Friendship Ball Held At Binks Forest In Wellington

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This month, Wellington Home visits a jewel in the Olympia neighborhood featuring a dramatic floor plan and many custom features. Four bedrooms, three baths and a twocar garage offer plenty of space. Well-maintained and charming, the home features lots of natural light, a warm color palette and a large, enclosed pool deck. By Deborah Welky Champagne Brunch in the fieldside Pavilion at the International Polo Club Palm Beach is an olfactory, visual, culinary tour showcasing creatively paired gourmet dishes that are truly works of art. As you make plans for the upcoming winter season, be sure to secure your brunch reservations and enjoy Sunday afternoon polo in style. By Julie Unger

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WELLINGTON SPA WELLINGTON NEIGHBORHOOD WELLINGTON GIVES WELLINGTON HEALTH WELLINGTON REAL ESTATE WELLINGTON DINING GUIDE WELLINGTON CALENDAR AROUND WELLINGTON ON THE COVER Laura Graves riding Verdades to victory at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival. PHOTO BY SUSAN J. STICKLE

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Welcome Back To Many Of Our Equestrian Friends! Wellington’s equestrian season is gearing up on every front. From polo, jumping and dressage farms to our world class arenas, we have officially arrived at the kickoff to the winter equestrian season. In honor of this, we are proud to once again bring you our “Official Equestrian Season Preview” issue. Our pages this month provide an overview of the action at Wellington’s top venues, sharing the exciting changes and additions you can look forward to experiencing. From high-goal action at the International Polo Club Palm Beach, to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, home of the famed Winter Equestrian Festival and the Adequan Global Dressage Festival, check out the season schedules and plan your calendar well in advance. We’ve also previewed the action at the Ridge at Wellington Turf Tour, the Grand Champions Polo Club and the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center. That way, you can be sure not to miss all that Wellington’s equestrian season has to offer. Our front cover features the magnificent dressage horse Verdades, standing proud with dressage star Laura Graves during the World Cup qualifying rounds held right here in Wellington. Also featured this month is the philanthropic work of the Women of the Wellington Chamber. More than a social group, these ladies have launched their “30 Women, 30 Nights” campaign aimed at helping a different charity each month. Meanwhile, real estate professionals Carol Sollak and Amy Carr, owners of the Engel & Völkers Real Estate offices in Wellington and Palm Beach, recently inked an agreement that will continue their field sponsorship at the International Polo Club through 2018, showcasing their continued support for equestrian sport. Competitors and owners bring the world’s elite horses to Wellington to perform at the top of their game — and caregivers for these equine athletes now have an exciting, new alternative for equine sports medicine and rehabilitation. Profiled this issue, Wellington Equine Sports Medicine brings the unique approaches of doctors Anne Moretta, Suzan Oakley and Sheila Schils, who are profiled this month. Keeping with our equestrian theme, Wellington Table takes us fieldside at the International Polo Club for some of the most exquisite Sunday brunch culinary creations. Wellington Real Estate profiles Daisy Nelson of Coldwell Banker, while Wellington Health visits with Dr. Jay Newman of Newman & Bedoya Podiatry. Our featured Wellington Spa is the recently opened Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa. This month’s Wellington Gives feature shines the spotlight on Alzheimer’s Community Care, an organization that provides much-needed support for patients and caregivers. Wellington Neighborhood explores the area of Sugar Pond Manor near Primrose Park, while Wellington Home visits a stunning jewel of a residence in the Olympia community. Everyone here at Wellington The Magazine would like to wish all our readers a happy and bountiful Thanksgiving! We ask you that you pause to remember everything in your life, big and small, and give thanks.

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Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Presents Arthur’s Jam Fundraiser At IPC

(Left) Jeremy Morris, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Ambassador Ashley Quinones and Kate Morris. (Right) Chanda Fuller, Jennifer Prince, Colette Beland and Megan Fogg of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation held its 1980s-themed Arthur’s Jam fundraiser, presented by Tire Kingdom Service Centers, on Saturday, Oct. 10 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington. There was music from School of Rock; a show featuring supercars, super boats and custom motorcycles; as well as a silent auction, a costume contest and more. Mo and Sally from Kool 105.5 and DJ Adam Lipson kicked off the event. Learn more at www.cff.org/palmbeach.

(Left to right) Mo and Sally from Kool 105.5 with Jeff Dobbins, Judi Schaffer, Terri Henderson and Dr. Jean Oberg; Event Chair Jim and Laura Springer with Donna and Bob Goldfarb; Susan Shelly was put in Arthur’s Jammin’ Jailhouse by “officers” Nicholas Kolasinski and Dan Brown with guards Thomas and Tanya Schwab; Alan and Wellington Councilwoman Anne Gerwig with Kimberly Sundook; and Jennifer and Jason Mays.

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OFFICE CONDO IN GREAT LOCATION Beautiful Office Condo, 457 SqFt, completely fitted out. On Southern Blvd in the luxurious Farm Credit Blvd in Royal Palm Beach. Close to hospitals and turnpike. Asking $110,000. Call Robbie Johnson 561-371-0793.

PRIME NEIGHBORHOOD IN GREAT SCHOOL DISTRICT Newly Renovated 4BR/2BA split bedroom plan on over sized lot in Pinewood Grove. New A/C. Large covered patio leads to recently refinished screen enclosed pool and deck. Fruit trees on property. Owner financing available. Offered at $450,000. Call Rachel Popper at 561-262-6741.

POLO WEST ESTATES Lovely renovated 5BR/3BA home nestled on cul-de-sac with beautiful golf course view from your screened pool & spa. Impact glass, 3 car garage, move-in perfect. 24 hour manned gated community in the heart of Wellington. $599,000. Call Robbie Johnson 561-371-0793.

OAK HAVEN Better than new! 2013 Lake View 3BR/2BA/2CG home: Elegantly decorated, 2264 sq. ft., oversized lot, screened lanai, granite/stainless/maple kitchen, in conveniently located gated community. Offered at $340,000. Call Shelley Sandler at 561-371-1075.

VALENCIA RESERVE Exquisite, tastefully decorated 4BR + Hobby RM, 3 ½ BTHS, 2 CAR GAR. 2010 home w/ extended screened patio, gourmet kitchen & extensive upgrades on lushly landscaped easement lot in amenity filled community. Offered at $644,850. Call Shelley Sandler at 561-371-1075.

VILLAGEWALK AT WELLINGTON SEASONAL RENTAL: Meticulously maintained lakefront, 3 BR, Den, 2 Bths, Oakmont Model with screened patio on cul-de-sac lot in manned gated, resort-style community; hardwood flooring, neutral porcelain tile, granite counters and more. $4,500/month. Call Shelley Sandler at 561-371-1075.

PRESERVE AT CRESTWOOD This beautiful 3BR/2BA/2CG home has been meticulously maintained by the original owners and won’t last long. Home features a split floor plan with an open kitchen and breakfast nook , all new flooring throughout, and lots of privacy on this premium cul de sac lot. Too many upgrades to list. Priced to sell at $295,000. Call Kimberley Seow 561-662-4365.

MEADOW WOOD This beautifully maintained home on half an acre has a split bedroom plan with vaulted ceilings that makes it even more spacious. Other features are tile & laminate flooring, newer appliances, and interior recently painted. Enjoy your upgraded kitchen that opens up on to your large screened patio with oversized pool. This home is priced to sell at $425,000. Call Kimberley Seow 561-662-4365.

MEADOW WOOD Don’t miss out on this stunning 5BD/4BA/3CG courtyard home with pool in a great cul-de-sac location in the Binks school district. Home has 2 master suites and separate cabana. Too many upgrades to list. Come see this home today. Priced to sell at $569,000. Call Kimberley Seow 561-662-4365.

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Wellington Boys & Girls Club Hosts Golf Classic At Wanderers Club

(Left to right) Sergio, Zulay, Tatiana and Bibiana Montoya with Nathan Arroyo; Victor Rivera, Ron Herman and Dennis Carpenter; and Elisa Donigal, Tatiana Montoya, Nicoletta Markham, Lyani Gondry, Kelisiti Pinkney and Bibiana Montoya with Chunky Harrigan and Nathan Arroyo.

The Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club of Wellington held its 34th annual golf classic on Saturday, Oct. 10, followed by a raffle, silent auction and awards luncheon at the Wanderers Club in Wellington. The event raised $58,000 for Boys & Girls Club programs in the community.

(Left to right) Marysue Jacobs of sponsor Destiny International Properties with Tatiana Montoya and Elisa Donigal; Michael Barron, Ronnie Simpson and Todd Barron of the Barron Group with Lyani Gondry and Bibiana Montoya; Wellington Vice Mayor John Greene, club benefactor Neil Hirsch and Councilman Matt Willhite with Boys & Girls Club kids; and first-place golf winners Cliff Carroll, Vince Chilleni and Nick Chilleni (not shown: Elliot Bonner).

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Wiffle Ball Tournament For Kids Held At Village Park In Wellington

(Left) Event volunteers with some of the kids. (Right) Wellington Parks & Recreation Director Bruce DeLaney, event organizer Noelle Pride and Mayor Bob Margolis.

Noelle Cares for Kids, the Together With Pride Foundation and the Village of Wellington held a Wiffle Ball Tournament for Kids on Sunday, Sept. 27 at Village Park in Wellington to raise money to help children who need cochlear implants and auditory-verbal therapy. For more information, visit www.togetherwithpride.org.

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Annual CAFCI Friendship Ball Held At Binks Forest In Wellington

(Left) Laurie Cohen, Jess and Victoria Santamaria, and Linda and Wellington Mayor Bob Margolis. (Right) CAFCI President Dennis Wright honors Citizen of the Year Nadine White Boyd.

Caribbean-Americans for Community Involvement (CAFCI) held its 26th annual Friendship Ball on Saturday, Sept. 19 at the Binks Forest Golf Club. There was a silent auction, a buffet dinner and dancing. Wellington Mayor Bob Margolis and Royal Palm Beach Mayor Matty Mattioli were on hand to present proclamations, and Nadine White Boyd was honored as CAFCI Citizen of the Year.

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Jasmine Velez receives a plate of food from International Polo Club Palm Beach Executive Chef William Sellner at last year’s inaugural event.

Dec. 5 Food & Wine Fest At IPC Will Raise Money For Wellington Rotary Foundation Story by Julie Unger • Photo by Denise Fleischman

The Wellington Rotary Club’s second Wellington Wine & Food Fest is gearing up to be bigger and better than last year’s inaugural event, showcasing fine dining favorites from Wellington restaurants, a charity auction, live entertainment and more. “It’s our big annual event to raise funds for the Wellington Rotary Foundation,” Event Chair Andrew Burr explained, adding that the foundation funds the club’s scholarship program and donations that support local charities. The Wellington Wine & Food Fest will take place at the International Polo Club Palm Beach on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. “It is essentially a kickoff to the equestrian season,” he said. “We have Tito’s Vodka sponsoring the event. As soon as you come in the door, you’ll be handed a Tito’s Vodka welcoming cocktail, then you’ll go into the event and past our local food partners that are coming out and offering small plates.” Many of the restaurants from last year are expected to return, offering guests tasty treats. South African wines will be featured, and there will also be a cigar bar. Flashback, a local five-piece 26

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band, will perform, and there will be a magician and other surprise entertainment acts to delight guests, Burr said. The live auction will feature stays in exotic locales such as Cancun and Tortola, plus favorites Disney World and Sea World. Also on offer will be a bicycle from Wheels of Wellington, a dining round, a gift basket from Star Liquors, artwork and other items. “There are some great items to bid on,” Burr said. Sponsorship packages include tickets to the event, premium champagne and wine, all you can eat and drink throughout the event, a private tent on the polo field and more. A valet sponsorship and entertainment sponsorships are also available. “It’s a great place to come out and have your holiday event with your company,” Burr said. “If you’re a company that has 10, 15 employees, you can come out and do the entire night for $2,500, possibly even less, and have all you can eat, all you can drink, a great venue and great entertainment. What better way to do it? If it’s a smaller group, let me know and we’ll see what we can work out.” Last year, the Wellington Rotary

Club raised approximately $20,000, and aims to raise $30,000 this year to help local charities. Tickets sold out quickly last year, with only 250 available. “Last year was a great success,” Burr said. “Everyone who went had a great time. The majority of the sponsors are coming back, so we are building on it this year.” The Wellington Wine & Food Fest is expected to be an outside event, with a resort casual dress code. If there is inclement weather, it will be moved inside. “I’m very excited,” Burr said. “It was a great event last year. Everybody had a great time. We raised a lot of money for the charities, and that’s really what it’s all about.” In order to accommodate interest, approximately 300 tickets, at $125 each, are available for this year’s event. “A large portion of the funds will go toward scholarships for local high school kids,” Burr said. “Pretty much all of the money that gets raised at this event stays in the local community.” Contact Burr at (561) 324-8914 or realtorandrew1@yahoo.com for more information about sponsorship and group packages. Visit www.wellingtonwineandfoodfest.com to order tickets.

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to give a proper explanation. Because I’m out-of-network I’m not forced by insurance companies to run patients through as fast as possible. I take the time to diagnose things better and find solutions that treat the cause of your condition, not just cover up symptoms.” “So, do I just take a Diflucan pill, the way my GYN has prescribed before?” “There’s a lot of drug-resistant bacteria and yeast out there so I need to do a culture and sensitivity test to figure out how to best treat you, and then we’ll have to be aggressive in our treatment. It’s not just one pill, it’s a good 3 months to kill all the spores inside your gut.” Susan’s testing did show yeast, and perhaps due to all the Diflucan she’s had in the past, it was resistant to that drug. Luckily, it was killed by another safe medication, and after 3 months of treatment (along with probiotics and a yeast-free diet), Susan returned full of energy. “Dr. Woliner, I convinced my spinning class to do an outdoor ride for charity. Can I sign you up as a sponsor?” Dr. Kenneth Woliner is a board-certified family physician in Private practice in Boca Raton. He can be reached at 9325 Glades Road, #104, Boca Raton, Fl, 33434; 561-620-7779; knw6@cornell.edu; www.holisticfamilymed.com

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Women Of The Wellington Chamber Launch ‘30 Women, 30 Nights’ Charitable Campaign Story and Photos by Julie Unger

Many groups strive to help one charitable organization. Helping a few is a big deal. However, the Women of the Wellington Chamber of Commerce have decided to go even bigger, with a lofty goal of 30 women helping a different organization each month, during the “30 Women, 30 Nights” philanthropic campaign. The Women of the Wellington Chamber is not just a social group, stressed Wellington Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Michela Green. “This group does more than social and business events,” she said. “They’re really getting in the trenches and working hard for local charities.” The idea for “30 Women, 30 Nights” originated at a board meeting, when the women were trying to decide what they could do to help the community. The idea was thrown out on the table. “What if we pick different charities, and we put that charity at the forefront for the whole month?” recalled Women of the Wellington Chamber President Debbie Crompton. “And that’s how it started.”

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Implementing such an initiative, Green said, helps to make the women’s group unique. “We wanted to do things that would make a difference in the community,” she said. From there, group members had to develop the parameters for the initiative. They started by reaching out to nonprofits that could use help from within the chamber’s membership. Then, they opened it up to other groups that could use assistance. There are still a few slots available. “It became a huge hit. Everybody needs us,” Crompton said. The first group put into focus was Place of Hope’s Palm Beach Gardens campus in September. Place of Hope is a faith-based children’s organization that provides both emer-

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gency and long-term foster care, as well as a safe place for victims of abuse or neglect, or those who need transitional housing and support services. “We cooked meals, we assembled bags,” Green said. “We’re really going to be pushing an aggressive marketing campaign. That will give each charity a little extra bump in the marketplace as far as exposure.” Feedback so far has been overwhelmingly positive, Crompton said. “We went to Place of Hope for our launch, and we toured the facilities,” she said. “There are many there who have decided on their own, outside of our group, to do extra ini-

tiatives with the Place of Hope. Some one-on-one tutoring, some meal classes with the different cottages; just different things on their own that Place of Hope offers — which is just what we were looking to do.” In October, the group focused on the Women’s Foundation of Palm Beach County, which encourages leadership for women to positively affect them in the future. November’s focus will be Ella’s Closet, in conjunction with the Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce. Ella’s Closet is an organization that works with Lighthouse Café, a soup kitchen in Belle Glade, providing gently used baby clothing and items for the soup kitchen’s visitors.

Women of the Wellington Chamber is not just a social group. “This group does more than social and business events, they’re really getting in the trenches and working hard for local charities,” said Michela Green, executive director of the Wellington Chamber.

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The concept has become a great way for Women of the Wellington Chamber members to learn about volunteering, Crompton said, explaining that last year, the board members did a test run and were overwhelmed with requests from chamber members asking how they could help. “One of our main goals with this was to let the ladies get a feel for what it was like to volunteer and to be charitable in different types of endeavors, so that they can then decide on their own what they liked better,” Crompton said. “Do they like working with kids? Do they like preparing meals? Do they like gathering clothes?” It will get members involved in charitable work, possibly for a lifetime. “Some people might not want to do any service; they might just want to write a check. And that is OK, too,” Crompton said. “Anything charitable is appreciated by all of the charities that we’ve spoken to so far. Each person has their own idea on how they want to be charitable. We are hoping that by letting them have all of these choices, they can find something near and dear to them.” Women of the Wellington Chamber is open to any woman in the Wellington Chamber of Commerce, and any woman who works at a company that is a chamber member. “I’m looking forward to more women in our chamber getting involved. Once the talk continues about the experiences

that the ladies are having, I think that will bring more of our members to become part of this,” Crompton said. “Even if they don’t want to go to socials or events, they might want to become part of the campaign itself.” The initiative, Green explained, provides the women with opportunities for philanthropy work and allows them to get to know one another in a different setting. Crompton believes that helping others has had a positive impact on the women, as well. “I think the ladies themselves are just as surprised and amazed as to how they feel, with just the little bit of time that we’ve already been involved,” Crompton said. It all comes down to making a difference. “We want to attract many people to help the charities. Any charities that need help, contact us so we have them on our list. The women who want to help, we make these items available for them,” Crompton said. “They just have to let us know.” In the coming months, the Women of the Wellington Chamber will be working with the Village of Wellington’s Toy Drive, the Panther Ridge Conservation Center, the Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League, the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center and other nonprofits. For more information about the Women of the Wellington Chamber or the “30 Women, 30 Nights” initiative, contact Crompton at (561) 633-3222 or supenvmgmt@gmail.com.

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Equestrian Season Preview Exciting 2016 Season Planned At The International Polo Club By Julie Unger

Dozens of top polo teams will thunder down the fields during high-paced, professional-level polo games this season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington. The 2016 high-goal polo season kicks off with the Herbie Pennell Cup on Sunday, Jan. 3, but getting the club ready for the four-month season is a year-round effort. During the summer months, some of the spectator areas were renovated and

upgraded to make for an even better spectator experience, President of Club Operations John Wash said. For example, lawn seating benches were recently replaced with ergonomically designed stadium seating with back and lumbar support. “At IPC, we continuously strive to enhance the polo experience for our guests,” Wash said. “Our executive team submits new ideas every year for consideration. We discuss options and

Valiente battled it out against Orchard Hill in the final match of the 2015 U.S. Open Polo Championship. PHOTOGRAPHY BY LILA PHOTO

explore pricing on materials, installation, renovations or new equipment. Once we agree on a project, we allocate the necessary budget dollars and move ahead to make it happen.” As in the past, the lush green fields are looking beautiful, bright and ready for action as the amazing polo ponies and their talented players return to Wellington, ready to streak across the perfectly manicured grounds. Meanwhile, the restaurants, seating

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Equestrian Season Preview and lounge areas are ready to provide a premium treat for spectators, providing a once-in-a-lifetime experience. “It is our 13th high-goal winter polo season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach, and we are calling it ‘Lucky 13,’” Wash said. “When the polo season kicks off on Sunday, Jan. 3, I am counting on our good fortune to perfectly align all the right components, chemistries, conditions and elements that contribute to a successful polo season.” The season begins with the Herbie Pennell Cup on Jan. 3, followed by the

Joe Barry Memorial Cup on Jan. 10, 17 and 24. Next up is the Ylvisaker Cup on Jan. 31 and Feb. 7, 14 and 21, followed by the USPA C.V. Whitney Cup on Feb. 28 and March 6. The last two tournaments of the season are the prestigious UPSA Gold Cup on March 13, 20 and 27, and the 112th U.S. Open Polo Championship, capping the 2016 season on April 3, 10, 17 and 24. Successful seasons don’t happen by chance, Wash said. “I firmly believe that we create much of our own luck by planning our work and working our plan,” he said. “So,

look for new surprises and delights at every turn — new fabrics, bright awnings, inspired new menus, creative cocktails, enhanced seating, exciting entertainment, and, of course, watching the most thrilling high-goal polo competition played anywhere worldwide.” Wash credits his team at IPC for working diligently for the last eight months to keep up with the momentum from last season. This year, Wash said, they expect close to 175,000 spectators to cross the IPC gates. For 17 consecutive Sundays, IPC will create memorable experiences for

“At IPC, we continuously strive to enhance the polo experience for our guests. Our executive team submits new ideas every year for consideration.” IPC President of Club Operations John Wash

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everyone who lays eyes on the talented horses and riders, the emerald fields and the glamorous venues. “IPC celebrates the treasured traditions of the sport with an exceptional executive team that is committed to providing the highest standards of service, hospitality, entertainment and sporting event experience,” Wash said. The public often isn’t aware of the high level of detail that goes into organizing and executing such large-scale events flawlessly, not only once, but during the entire season. “The real magic is that we make it look easy, and we take great pride in presenting an extraordinary experience in a discreet and seamless manner,” he said. “Every Sunday runs on a precise timeline that would rival the plans and organization of Super Bowl Sunday.” In addition to the Sunday matches, polo games are played during the week,

as well. Every day is a special day at IPC. Season tickets for reserved seats, where spectators can select their ideal seat, row and section, are currently available. Planning early for the season, Wash said, allows polo fans to ensure they are all set, avoiding any concern that their preferred seat will not be available as tickets sell out. The experience is not one to be missed, Wash said. “There is the tenacious competition, the glamour of exquisite Thoroughbred ponies racing down an immaculate green field, the colorful team jerseys, prestigious trophies, and the fashion and festivities that have evolved around the sport,” he explained. Wash does suggest, however, that everyone brushes up on the details of the game to get the most out of their experience. “Read up on the basics, understand

the play, the line of the ball, the beauty of teamwork in advancing the ball down the field, and the thrilling delivery of the ball — speeding 90 miles per hour — through the goalpost,” he said. “My advice is based on the belief that the more you understand the fundamentals of any sport, the more fun and enjoyable it becomes.” Learning about the world-class players and the teams only enhances the experience. “There is no other sport in the world that brilliantly combines extreme athleticism with intense competition in a sophisticated and socially engaging environment,” Wash said. To learn more about the upcoming polo season, or to secure season tickets, call the Polo Hotline at (561) 282-5290. The International Polo Club Palm Beach is located at 3667 120th Avenue South in Wellington. For more info., visit www.internationalpoloclub. com or call (561) 204-5687.

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Equestrian Season Preview World’s Best Equestrians Headed Back To Wellington For 2016 Winter Equestrian Festival The 2016 Winter Equestrian Festival will welcome the world’s best horses and riders once again to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington from Jan. 13 through April 3. Managed by Equestrian Sport Productions, the 12-week circuit hosts international, Olympic-level show jumping every week, along with divisions for every level of horse and rider. “We are excited for this year’s Winter Equestrian Festival and to once

again see top-level sport in Wellington,” Equestrian Sport Productions CEO Mark Bellissimo said. “Returning to Wellington every winter is a tradition, and we expect this year’s competition to be second to none.” WEF is the largest and longest-running circuit in horse sport, with riders from 33 countries and all 50 U.S. states represented. WEF hosts the nation’s premier events for children, juniors, adults and

PHOTO BY ELENA LUSENTI Georgina Bloomberg rides Lilli at last year’s Winter Equestrian Festival.

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amateurs — for riders from 2 to 70 years old in more than 70 unique divisions of competition. More than 6,500 horses will compete during the 12-week circuit. The Palm Beach International Equestrian Center is the most recognizable equestrian sporting venue in the United States. It encompasses a total of 500 acres, and the competition rings alone cover more than 80 acres. PBIEC has two core facilities containing 18

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Equestrian Season Preview competition arenas, including one derby field and the largest covered arena in the world. The “Saturday Night Lights” series will take place again in 2016, and Equestrian Sport Productions welcomes all Wellington residents to come and experience the nightlife and thrilling sport under the lights of the International Arena. Along with the always popular Kid’s Fair, which features a Venetian carou-

sel, bounce houses, face painting, magicians, a petting zoo and more, families can choose from a variety of food vendors. Those making it a night out without kids can enjoy margaritas from Tito’s Tacos or a beer at the Tiki Hut. For PBIEC guests who are of age, the Gallery Night Club is a stylish, modern lounge that is open to the public every Saturday night with table seating and VIP bottle service available. The club features great DJs and dancing follow-

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sent their county in a patriotic competition. Riders compete over two rounds to see whose flag will rise to the top on Friday, March 4. The Great Charity Challenge, presented by Fidelity Investments, an exciting pro-am show jumping event, will be held for the seventh year on Saturday, Feb. 6. The Great Charity Challenge has raised more than $8 million for more than 100 Palm Beach County charities over the past six years, becoming the largest single-day net charitable event in Florida. Come to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center and join the fun and excitement at the 2016 Winter Equestrian Festival. Find out more at www.pbiec.com. The Palm Beach International Equestrian Center is located at 3400 Equestrian Club Drive off Pierson Road in Wellington. For more info., call (561) 793-5867.

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2016 Winter Equestrian Festival Weekly Schedule WEF 1: January 13-17 – USEF Premier and Jumper Rated 6 WEF 2: January 20-24 – CSI 2* and USEF Premier WEF 3: January 27-31 – Adequan CSI 3* and USEF Premier WEF 4: February 3-7 – Ariat CSI 4* and USEF Premier WEF 5: February 10-14 – Fidelity Investments CSI 5* and USEF Premier WEF 6: February 17-21 – CSI 3*, USEF Premier, USHJA/WCHR Hunter Week WEF 7: February 24-28 – CSI 5* and USEF Premier WEF 8: March 2-6 – CSIO 4* and USEF Premier WEF 9: March 9-13 – Douglas Elliman CSI 5* and USEF Premier WEF 10: March 16-20 – Horseware Ireland CSI 3* and USEF Premier WEF 11: March 23-27 – Artisan Farms CSI 4* and USEF Premier WEF 12: March 30 - April 3 – Rolex CSI 5* and USEF Premier Tentative schedule, subject to change. Sponsors listed at time of print.

Nations Cup teams celebrate at last year’s Winter Equestrian Festival.

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The Palm Beach International Equestrian Center is located at 3400 Equestrian Club Drive off Pierson Road in Wellington. For more information, visit www.pbiec.com or call (561) 793-5867.

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Great Charity Challenge:

Fairy Godmother Of The Community Heading into its seventh annual event, the Great Charity Challenge, presented by Fidelity Investments, returns to Wellington during the 2016 Winter Equestrian Festival circuit on Saturday, Feb. 6. Last year’s Super Hero-themed event brought thousands to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center to celebrate the heroes of the community: the sponsors of the Great Charity Challenge, the riders donating their time, as well as all those involved with the charitable organizations. To date, the event has distributed in excess of $7.5 million to more than 150 nonprofits in Palm Beach County. This year, the event has a goal of raising at least $1.5 million to add to this already incredible fundraising amount, bringing the fundraising and distribution total to $9 million over the last seven years. Founded in 2010 by Equestrian Sport Productions CEO Mark Bellissimo and his daughter Paige, the Great Charity Challenge has seen the equestrian community take charitable giving to a new level. The event has impacted thousands of lives through its unique equestrian competition, with 100 percent of the proceeds donated directly to Palm Beach County charities. “As always, my daughter Paige and I, along with the many generous families

and companies that contribute to this charitable evening, look forward to this great event,” Mark Bellissimo said. “It is rare that you get the opportunity to touch so many lives in such a unique way. We are very proud of the impact that the GCC has had right here in our backyard in Palm Beach County and are beyond grateful to the team and corporate sponsors.” Some of the recipients from last year’s Great Charity Challenge included the Kids Cancer Foundation, Communities in Schools, the National Wheelchair Sports Fund, the Arc of the Glades and Urban Youth Impact. A full list of charities that have benefitted from the event since its debut in 2010 can be found at www.greatcharitychallenge.com. “Our goal was to do something that was different; we wanted it to give the opportunity to raise awareness for several charitable organizations throughout the community,” Paige Bellissimo said. “Funds awarded during the GCC are put straight to work, and that makes a big difference. We are excited for the 2016 event and look forward to selecting all of the participating charities and introducing them to their sponsors.” This year’s event is sure to have a Fairy Tale ending, as riders will be wearing their best outfits, representing Tin-

(Top photo) Liz Mahone rides for Breaking the Chains last year. (Bottom photo) The winning charities Propel (second place), Danny & Ron’s Rescue (first place) and the Kids Cancer Foundation (third place) accept their awards. PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER

ker Bell, Alice in Wonderland, Princess Ariel and even Prince Charming. A best costume award will determine a bonus for one lucky charity. Children are encouraged to come dressed to impress, with the chance of winning a special gift and award. To date, the Great Charity Challenge has made incredible contributions to the Palm Beach County community, and the team at Equestrian Sport Productions looks forward to a wonderful 2016 event. The competition will offer free general admission on Saturday evening, Feb.6, under the bright lights of the International Arena at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. To learn more about how the Great Charity Challenge has touched thousands of lives, visit www.vimeo.com/90690406. For more information, including a list of the participating charities and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.greatcharitychallenge.com.

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Rolex Central Park Horse Show Brings Top Equestrians To New York City In just its second year, the Rolex Central Park Horse Show has become one of the most anticipated and visible events on the equestrian calendar. Bringing together a wide variety of disciplines, this year’s show featured the U.S. Open for show jumping, dressage, hunter riding and Arabians. Held in Central Park’s famed Wollman Rink from Sept. 23 through Sept. 27, the show was a huge success and looks to build on that success for the future. “I am proud to see its growth this year, and we made progress in every area,” said Wellington’s Mark Bellissimo, CEO of International Equestrian Group. “I have to thank my team at IEG and the many local groups that helped make this event possible. It is a huge undertaking and took hard work from every angle to make it a success.” More than just a successful event, Bellissimo has plans to continue and expand the U.S. Open to be a true celebration of the horse in one of the world’s most exciting cities. “We introduced the U.S. Open be-

cause we believe that it will turn into something spectacular,” he said. “It’s our goal to expand its reach, educate the public on the power and magic of horse sport, and introduce more disciplines to engage a broader audience. I don’t think there is any city setting in the world that rivals this.” Winners in the U.S. Open classes included champions in 10 classes for Arabians, presented by Aljassimya Farm; Daniel Bluman and Conconcreto Believe won the $210,000 U.S. Open CSI 3* Grand Prix, presented by Rolex, and were featured on NBC Sports Network; Isabell Werth and El Santo NRW captured both classes offered in the U.S. Open Dressage, which was sponsored by Breyer and the Axel Johnson Group; and Jennifer Alfano rode Miss Lucy to victory in the U.S. Open Hunters $50,000 Duchossois Cup, presented by the Gochman family. Other class winners included Sophie Gochman and Bit of Love in the pony hunters; Giavanna Rinaldi and Taken in the Junior/Amateur Hunter Classic,

presented by Meralex; Jennifer Gates and Everest De Muze in the Junior/Amateur Speed Class, presented by PwC; Conor Swail and Simba de la Roque in the $40,000 FEI Speed Class, presented by Canadian Pacific Railway; and Nicole Bellissimo on Harley David in the $25,000 Under 25 Grand Prix. IEG made donations to six charities in honor of the Rolex Central Park Horse Show. They included the NYPD Mounted Unit, GallopNYC and the NYC Parks Enforcement Mounted Auxiliary Unit, in addition to the Central Park Conservancy, the City Parks Foundation and the Police Athletic League. The Rolex Central Park Horse Show concluded with a Charlotte Dujardin Master’s Class, presented by The Chronicle of the Horse and Breyer. The world’s top dressage rider gave spectators and viewers tuning in via live stream an inside look at how she prepares her horses for top competition. For more information about the Rolex Central Park Horse Show, visit www.central parkhorseshow.com. Nicole Bellissimo riding Harley David in the U.S. Open Under 25 Grand Prix. PHOTO BY KIT HOUGHTON

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Equestrian Season Preview Adequan Global Dressage Festival Continues To Grow In just its fifth year, the Adequan Global Dressage Festival has grown to become the foremost dressage circuit in the world. As the winter destination for equestrian sport, the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center hosts the AGDF at its beautiful, horse-friendly stadium facility. The Palm Beach International Equestrian Center Stadium is located at 13500 South Shore Blvd. in Wellington,

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at the corner of South Shore Blvd. and Pierson Road. The Adequan Global Dressage Festival is managed by Equestrian Sport Productions, the same company that produces the famed Winter Equestrian Festival. The 2016 Adequan Global Dressage Festival will run from Jan. 14 through April 2 and will include seven CDIs, or internationally rated events, along with

two national-level shows and two paraequestrian shows. “We have seen tremendous growth and interest in the AGDF each and every year, with more international riders attending,” Equestrian Sport Productions CEO Mark Bellissimo said. “We receive fantastic feedback every year on the quality of the facility and the competition, and we look forward to improving on that again in 2016.”

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Equestrian Season Preview The season begins with two World Cup qualifying events, where riders will earn points to compete at the 2016 Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage Finals, held at the end of March in Gothenburg, Sweden. The first event of the season, held Jan. 14-17, has been named the Lloyd Landkamer Memorial CDI-W in memo-

ry of AGDF Show Manager Lloyd Landkamer, who passed away in September after a battle with cancer. “The equestrian world has lost an amazing person,” Bellissimo said. “Lloyd was instrumental in many events across the country and was a critical member of our team at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival. We will all

miss his energy and enthusiasm for the sport he loved so well.” The highest possible international rating, CDI 5*, is a rare event for dressage, and the 2016 AGDF is proud to host top caliber horses and riders on Feb. 11-14. The Palm Beach Dressage Derby, a historic South Florida dressage competition, returns March 3-6 as the

“We have seen tremendous growth and interest in the AGDF each and every year, with more international riders attending. We receive fantastic feedback every year on the quality of the facility and the competition, and we look forward to improving on that again in 2016.” Mark Bellissimo, CEO of Equestrian Sport Productions

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Night Stars” FEI Grand Prix Musical Freestyle. International competitors show their FEI Grand Prix musical freestyles under the lights in a fun evening of dressage and entertainment. Special musical acts, such a string quartet or a Yale University a capella singing group, bookend amazing dressage performances. “We have seen more and more Wellington residents, people who are not involved with horses, attending our ‘Friday Night Stars’ series,” Bellissimo said. “An increasing number of spectators are learning about the sport of dressage and loving it.” Last year’s AGDF had more international riders than ever before, from such countries as Denmark, Germany, Spain, Great Britain, Canada and Sweden. Those who wanted to cheer on American riders witnessed victories and incredible performances from stars

Steffen Peters, Laura Graves and others, including U.S. riders for the Pan American Games, who won the team gold medal this summer in Toronto. Aside from the returning European delegation, this year’s festival will include more riders from Central America and South America, the Caribbean, and, for the first time ever, from Africa. While international-level riders are a big draw, the AGDF also hosts competition for horses and riders of varying experience. The CDI Amateur division, introduced last year, was a big success and returns in 2016. Even more classes for juniors, young riders, ponies and young horses are on offer, and make the circuit one to which any rider can aspire. To find out more about the 2016 Adequan Global Dressage Festival, including a full event schedule, visit www.globaldressage festival.com.

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February 18-21 National Show

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The Palm Beach International Equestrian Center Stadium is located at 3500 South Shore Blvd. in Wellington. For more information about the Adequan Global Dressage Festival, call (561) 793-5867 or visit www. globaldressagefestival.com.

The Nations Cup is one of the most anticipated annual events at the AGDF.

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Wide Array Of Horse Events Planned This Season At The Jim Brandon Equestrian Center The Jim Brandon Equestrian Center, located off Forest Hill Blvd. just east of Wellington, is unique for many reasons. Whether you are going to your first horse show or you are a seasoned competitor, there is something for everyone at Jim Brandon. The Jim Brandon Equestrian Center is a 111-acre equestrian showplace featuring a quality, competitive and affordable venue. Operated by the Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation Department, the multi-discipline rental facility can easily accommodate multiple events due to its size and layout. Ample parking for horse trailers and vehicles is conveniently located near barns and the competition rings. While designed to accommodate a wide range of disciplines and experience levels, Jim Brandon provides a perfect venue for both world class events and horse shows designed for aspiring riders and horses to develop their skills to advance to more challenging competitions. The season runs all year round at Jim Brandon. Each year, the facility hosts dozens of rated and unrated competitions and events, which include hunter/ jumper, dressage, Western, 4-H, special events and clinics. This year, an even more active schedule is expected, including weekday and night events, in addition to weekends. Aside from the main show facility, the open riding area includes a dedi-

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Now a staple of the Wellington winter equestrian scene, the Ridge at Wellington Turf Tour is returning for its fourth year of competition with great fanfare. The 12-week competition is the only tour that is held strictly on the turf, offering the best footing for show jumpers and hunters alike. The Wellington Turf Tour will continue its tradition of offering high-level events at several of the area’s most scenic and prestigious private equestrian facilities. It was only four years ago that Olympian Nona Garson and partner George D’Ambrosio conceptualized the Ridge at Wellington Turf Tour, and it has grown exponentially in popularity and class offerings since its inception. As a competition run by horse people for horse people, the weekly event provides the best of tradition, offering unparalleled hospitality and competi-

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tion that allows riders to not only enjoy the atmosphere of showing, but also introduce their up-and-coming horses to a technical track set on turf, a rare opportunity in the United States. With more prize money on the table for the 2016 edition than ever before, the Ridge at Wellington welcomes exhibitors and horses of all levels. In addition to the popular weekly 1.35-meter jumper classes and capstone event of the week, the 1.40-meter Grand Prix, the Wellington Turf Tour will also offer the Young Jumper Championship (YJC) qualifying classes, and is expanding the Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumpers, the Children’s/Adult Jumpers and Schooling Jumper classes. While the Ridge at Wellington Turf Tour has added new stops to its weekly tour, many of the favorites are returning, including the International Polo

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Club Palm Beach, Wolfstone Farm, the Wanderers Club and the finale event held at the esteemed Tonkawa Farms. Modernizing the scheduling of the show jumping event, the Ridge at Wellington sets a new standard with a flexible showing timeline. Exhibitors have the opportunity to choose the best time to compete, a luxury that is not always offered and one that alleviates the time crunch that often contributes to ring conflicts. The purpose of the series is to educate young horses and create longlasting athletes. The turf setting allows inexperienced horses to learn to move forward and have a positive experience on courses specially designed for them, as well as prepare future international competitors for the courses they will undertake on the turf. The Wellington Turf Tour will once

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Equestrian Season Preview Grand Champions Polo Club Looking Forward To A Strong 2015-16 Season By Sharon Robb

Grand Champions Polo Club in Wellington, one of the nation’s fastest growing and most innovative polo clubs, has steadily been gaining worldwide attention. With the introduction of ChukkerTV in January 2014, Wellington is getting big exposure through polo during the fall, winter and spring seasons. A leader in polo broadcasting, ChukkerTV has been live-streaming all the home games at Grand Champions Polo Club, building a sizable fan base around the world. One of the biggest highlights is the club’s use of state-of-the-art instant replay technology and team challenges, in addition to live streaming. Grand Champions was the first polo club worldwide to offer instant replay and team review, much to the delight of

players and fans hoping to improve the quality of the game. Grand Champions owners and avid players Marc and Melissa Ganzi enjoy promoting polo and spreading enthusiasm for the sport to the world with the club’s low-, medium- and high-goal tournaments, charity events and polo school. With five well-manicured fields and a turnkey facility, the club is looking forward to the best season in its 10-year history. In November, the club will host two 20-goal tournaments, the USPA North American Cup (Nov. 1-15) and the USPA National 20-Goal Championship (Nov. 11-22). Grand Champions is one of only four clubs in the U.S. to host 20goal or above tournaments.

Jeff Hall of Psycho Bunny controls the ball with Juan Olivera of Clearwater defending at the Grand Champions Polo Club. PHOTO BY SCOTT FISHER

In addition, Grand Champions is the only U.S. club to host annual sanctioned international test matches. On Nov. 28, the USPA International Cup will be held, featuring Team USA against South Africa. The U.S. will be represented by Marc Ganzi, Jeff Hall, Julio Arellano and Nic Roldan. The U.S. has won the last three games against England, Chile and Mexico. In the opening game before the International Cup, the Carlos Gracida Legends of Polo Memorial game will be held in honor of the former 10-goaler and Wellington resident, whose life was tragically cut short in a polo accident. The game will feature several of the game’s former greats playing against each other. The games are a fundraiser for the Museum of Polo and Hall of

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Engel & Völkers Owners Are Longtime Supporters Of Equestrian Sports In Wellington By Enid Atwater

Longtime real estate professionals Carol Sollak and Amy Carr, owners of the Engel & Völkers Real Estate offices in Wellington and Palm Beach, recently inked an agreement that will continue Engel & Völkers’ field sponsorship at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington through 2018. The high-profile sponsorship is just one of the many ways that Sollak, who has lived in the equestrian-driven community of Wellington for a majority of her life, supports equestrian sports locally and around the world. Over the years, Sollak has been witness to the changing landscape of the community. Dirt roads turned to pavement, open fields transformed into rolling equestrian estates, and a young girl from Connecticut found her calling in the real estate profession. With Wellington now the winter equestrian capital of the world, Sollak has leveraged her knowledge of the area to become a global sales leader in luxury equestrian property. She is listed among the top 10 Realtors in Florida and top 50 nationally, and she is consistently ranked by The Wall Street Journal as one of the top 1 percent of real estate advisers in North America. In 2014, Sollak sold an impressive $148 million worth of residential real estate. Sollak’s focus is mainly in the equestrian community, and three years ago, she and Carr decided to open a franchise with the international real estate firm Engel & Völkers. The office is within walking distance of the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, and just a short drive from the International Polo Club, where both Sollak and Carr are long-standing members. Recently, the team purchased the Engel & Völkers franchise for Palm Beach, with an office on Worth Avenue 68

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staffed by agents specializing in luxury homes on Palm Beach island, where Sollak and her husband, Ludwig, also own an oceanfront condo. In just a few years, Sollak has become the top Engel & Völkers adviser in Florida, as well as North America. “Wellington will always be home,” she said, “but we enjoy spending a few weekends a month in Palm Beach for shopping, dining and meeting up with friends.” What sets Sollak apart from many business owners in Wellington is her devoted dedication to the community and the equestrian industry. She not only lives and works here, she invests in Wellington’s growth and supports major equestrian events and initiatives, as well as important charities. Sollak and Carr kicked off the 2015 polo season by sponsoring Engel & Völkers Field, which hosts the most prestigious polo tournaments in the country at the International Polo Club. After a successful first year, Engel & Völkers recently decided to keep the naming rights through 2018. “Amy Carr and Carol Sollak are wellknown insiders and influencers in the equestrian industry,” IPC President John Wash said. “It’s an honor to announce our partnership with their multi-year renewal as our field sponsor… We are delighted to have their prestigious brand affiliated with our organization.” The sponsorship gives Engel & Völkers unmatched visibility through prominent placement on the scoreboard,

Carol Sollak and Amy Carr on Engel & Vรถlkers Field at IPC. PHOTOGRAPHY BY LILA PHOTO

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goal posts and field-side boards that run the perimeter of the polo field, where the greats of the sport tenaciously compete. “We can’t think of a more perfect partnership,” Carr said. “Two luxury brands that passionately serve a sophisticated, upscale market, with similar core values of exceptional service, dedication and professionalism. We are proud to continue our relationship with IPC, and to have our name adorn the sport’s premier polo facility is an extraordinary pairing of two exclusive brands.” Engel & Völkers Wellington also ponied up and sponsored the 2015 26-goal Engel & Völkers polo team, along with the subsidiary tournament of the 26goal Piaget Gold Cup, the Tesoro Cup. “There is no better way to spend a Sunday than watching the highest goal polo played in the world at the International Polo Club,” Sollak said. “I have to admit, seeing our name on the scoreboard and our logo on the goalposts and boards around the field is an added thrill.” While the fierce polo competition on the field may be her equestrian sport of choice, she is also a longtime supporter of the Winter Equestrian Festival, which showcases show jumping and hunter riding competitions. The growth of both sports in Wellington has been a personally rewarding experience. Both IPC and WEF generate millions of dollars for the local economy. Last year, equestrian enthusiasts watched Paige Johnson prevail over the world’s top jumpers in the Engel & Völkers Grand Prix CSI-4*, hosted at 70

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the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. Sollak was excited to be presenting the trophy to Johnson in the winner’s circle. “It’s a small, tight-knit community,” she said, referring to the horse owners, polo players and riders. “Everyone is very close. We’re a family. These aren’t just clients, they’re friends.” Friends who buy multi-million-dollar equestrian farms. “Wellington is a lifestyle. Most of my clients have homes all over the world,” Sollak said. “They generally stay at their Wellington properties during the winter season.” Sollak credits hard work, knowledge of the equestrian world and excellent service for her success. “If you do your job well, people recognize it. We share a passion. They see me committed to my career and to the equestrian world. More than that, they’re interested in me personally as much as I’m interested in them,” she said. The fact that she owns a horse and grew up in the community gives her a unique advantage. “I know these people; I am part of their world,” Sollak explained. “If they come to me, I automatically know that they need a dressage barn, a polo barn or a winter home. I know the lifestyle.” Her passion for all things equestrian includes ownership of champion horses that compete on the richest equestrian circuits around the globe, including the Pan American Games, FEI Grand Prix events and FEI Nations Cup events, among others. Entering the competitive field of high-performance, exquisitely trained

competitive horses was a natural transition. “I grew up riding horses socially, but after investing in my first show hunter, I was hooked,” Sollak said. Not only does Sollak know the equestrian lifestyle, she lives it herself. She is energy in action as she juggles a rigorous schedule that merges her family and her endless enthusiasm for horses and equestrian sports. “I love the people. You meet these amazing people from all over the world, and they all share the same passion,” Sollak said. “It’s a shared passion of equestrian sports and a love of the animals.” To learn more, visit www.wellington. evusa.com. Engel & Völkers Wellington sponsored the 2015 Tesoro Cup at IPC. Shown here are Carol Sollak with Sugar Erskine and Gillian Johnston. PHOTOGRAPHY BY LILA PHOTO

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Dr. Anne Moretta’s advanced training in acupuncture and Eastern approaches gives her a unique perspective. PHOTO BY PHELPS MEDIA GROUP

DIAGNOSIS

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Wellington Equine Sports Medicine Offers Innovative Approaches For Equine Athletes By Carrie Wirth

Competitors and owners bring the world’s elite horses to Wellington to perform at the top of their game in show jumping, dressage and polo — and caregivers for these equine athletes now have an exciting, new alternative for equine sports medicine and rehabilitation in the area. Wellington Equine Sports Medicine was founded by two accomplished equine veterinarians and an equine rehabilitation specialist, who blend their expertise with one common goal — to keep horses performing at their peak. This groundbreaking approach combines the latest in diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation, with each step essential in the total care of the equine athlete. Horse professionals sometimes get frustrated in their struggle to keep

horses sound and at their best. Often, diagnoses of lameness and poor performance may be too focused on obvious symptoms. While joint injections may have their place, relying on them alone without a complete diagnosis of the underlying core problems can be akin to applying a Band-Aid. It has not been common in treatment plans to have a “prescribed” rehabilitation program. Wellington Equine Sports Medicine addresses these frustrations by offering a comprehensive, proven, scientific approach to equine sports medicine. Rather than treat individual symptoms, the team evaluates the entire horse with innovative ap-

proaches and technology to resolve complex lameness or performance issues. This team philosophy provides a cohesive treatment plan from initial diagnosis, selection of the best treatment options and the development of rehabilitation protocols. Wellington Equine Sports Medicine encourages connecting with the clients’ regular veterinarian and support team to keep the patient working at peak performance. “They were amazing, very open and forthwith,” said Marcia Kulak, an international three-day event rider and trainer based in New York and Wellington, about the clinic. “I was impressed with their knowledge, their willingness to share and the professionalism this group brought to the table.” A past president of the Florida Association of Equine Practitioners and a licensed veterinarian, Dr. Anne Moretta has more than 30 years of diversified

(Clockwise from top left) Dr. Sheila Schils prepares a patient for an FES session; Dr. Suzan Oakley and Dr. Anne Moretta perform diagnostic imaging on a patient’s stifle; Dr. Sheila Schils, Dr. Suzan Oakley and Dr. Anne Moretta evaluate a client under saddle; and Dr. Sheila Schils checks a patient’s back. PHOTOS BY PHELPS MEDIA GROUP

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experience in equine sports medicine. She specializes in incorporating equine acupuncture, internal medicine and biomechanical lameness evaluations into the practice. “My primary interests are in diagnosis and treatment of complex biomechanical, musculoskeletal and lameness and performance issues, and the use of advanced acupuncture and alternate modalities for pain relief,” Moretta said. “I provide in-depth lameness work-ups, imaging, pre-purchase exams, and have a special interest in metabolic and other internal medicine conditions that can affect your horse’s overall performance.” Moretta was trained internationally in advanced equine acupuncture and uses a complementary approach to maintain the horse’s comfort and soundness. Her clients have seen the value in the use of acupuncture to help sport horses perform their best without prohibited medications or other thera-

pies before competition. “Though I am a traditionalist, my background in Eastern medicine gives me a unique feel for and a different perspective of each individual horse,” she said. “I combine a traditional veterinary practice with an Eastern approach, especially when conventional treatment is not effective. Both approaches complement each other.” Moretta’s experience as a professional hunter/jumper rider and owner, trainer and breeder of Hanoverians and sport horses broadens her perspective. She travels internationally as a consultant on various aspects of equine sports medicine and research. Veterinarian Dr. Suzan Oakley, a Diplomate ABVP (Equine), is a certified member of the International Society of Equine Locomotor Pathology (ISELP), an international organization that focuses on imaging, biomechanics and lameness in equine athletes. Her focus is on lameness and advanced im-

aging in performance horses, and she performs specialist-level ultrasound exams to aid in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries. Oakley lectures regularly, both here and abroad, on equine musculoskeletal anatomy and ultrasound. She shares her advanced proficiency as an instructor at ISELP and other veterinary ultrasound courses, and is a courtesy adjunct professor in the Practice Based Equine Clerkship at the University of Florida. She is also a past president of the Florida Association of Equine Practitioners. “It’s a very exciting time in the field of ultrasound and imaging because the technology is advancing rapidly and providing constantly improving resolution,” Oakley said. “This allows us to accurately image deeper structures, such as the back, hoof, pelvis and sacroiliac joints. As a classical dressage rider, I am also particularly interested in the use of basic dressage exercises as part of our

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physical therapy and rehabilitation protocols. It is critical to address the biomechanical and conditioning aspects of the horse’s training during rehabilitation to ensure complete recovery and future injury prevention.” Todd Bryan, a United States Dressage Federation bronze, silver and gold medalist, has been impressed by Oakley’s abilities. “Suzan is amazing at diagnosing and treating even the most elusive performance lameness,” he said. “In this way, we can address small issues before they ever have the chance to become larger ones.” Dr. Sheila Schils, who holds a master’s degree in equine nutrition and a doctoral degree in biomechanics and kinesiology, is known as a pioneer in the field of equine rehabilitation. A former professor at the University of Wisconsin, where she taught pre-veterinary science courses for 20 years, Schils developed the use of Functional Electrical

Stimulation (FES) in horses for injury rehabilitation and prevention. Long noted for its benefits in human physical therapy, Schils works with human FES practitioners on research showing the benefits of FES in equine rehabilitation. “In addition to the use of FES, I use the science of physical therapy to develop specific exercises, both in hand and under saddle, to aid in the rehabilitation process,” she said. Schils currently rides and competes at the FEI level and believes that it is essential for the practitioner to understand the sport from a rider’s perspective, especially when setting up a physical therapy retraining protocol. “We have a regular FES schedule now,” said Susanne Hassler of Hassler Dressage. “In Florida, we started about seven of our horses on FES and were so impressed by the results of the therapy.” Hassler then contacted her home practitioner in Maryland, who Schils trained on the system.

Together, Moretta, Oakley and Schils offer a new team approach to specialized care, consulting and referral services for dressage, hunter/jumper, polo and western sport horses in Wellington, as well as across the United States and in Europe. To contact Wellington Equine Sports Medicine, call (561) 762-6111 or visit www. wellingtonequinesportsmedicine.com. Doctors Anne Moretta, Suzan Oakley and Sheila Schils of Wellington Equine Sports Medicine. PHOTO BY PHELPS MEDIA GROUP

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Hand & Stone Massage And Facial Spa Opens In Wellington Story and Photos by Julie Unger

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa recently opened in Wellington with a “friends and family” promotion. “Friends and family was the public because we don’t have friends and family in Wellington,” recalled franchisee Bill Butrymowicz. “So, what we did is we ran a Facebook promotion where everybody who called in got a free service. They were all my friends and family,” said Butrymowicz, a Jupiter resident. Of the 230 locations in the Hand & Stone organization, Wellington’s grand opening was the chain’s best, Butrymowicz said. Butrymowicz chose Wellington as the location for his second franchise because he likes the area. “It’s a good spot. It needs a Hand & Stone,” he said. The location, at State Road 7 and

Stribling Way near Trader Joe’s, makes it convenient to all of the area’s attractions, he added. Butrymowicz has a franchise in Jupiter that has been open for a year and a half, and he plans to open Hand & Stone locations in Palm Beach Gardens and Boca Raton, and possibly one in Delray Beach. Butrymowicz works with his son, Kyle, and wife, Julie. “It’s a family business,” he said. “It’s great to get to know your kids as adults.” The Hand & Stone concept started

MaryAnn Fluney, Nicole Quintavalle, Monica Rodriguez and owner Bill Butrymowicz.

where they’re from, in New Jersey, Butrymowicz said. He’s had back surgery twice, and utilized the services of the original Hand & Stone location, and now he is able to golf and again. “I’m a huge believer in massage,” he said. “So that’s what I wanted to do.” His business experience is helpful while running the franchise, and now Kyle is learning the ins and outs of the business. Hand & Stone’s signature massage, Butrymowicz said, is different than what most people think of when considering hot stone massages. “We don’t do it like anybody else. wellington the magazine | november 2015

We use them as tools. We don’t do any stone placement,” he said. “Our list of services is substantially bigger than the competition. We do waxing, peels, microdermabrasion — all of that. It’s more of a complete day spa at an affordable price.”

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The management works hard to pair the clients with the right therapist. Talking to clients is imperative, Butrymowicz said, explaining that the Wellington location has a massage therapist who is amazing with sports injuries. “It really is an art,” he said. “We have

a woman who was the physical therapist and massage therapist for the Argentinean national soccer team.” Experience is important to Butrymowicz, who would rather turn away potential employees than hire ones who aren’t ready. “We don’t solicit at schools. When you hire a therapist, you go and get a massage from them. They have to be the whole package,” he said. “They have to have a great personality and a positive energy about them. And when you get your massage, they have to have talent there, too.” At his Jupiter location, Butrymowicz said that he could hire five more people to work on Sundays, because of how many appointments he has to turn away, but he refuses to lower his standards just for numbers. “You get one first impression with people, and if you throw somebody who isn’t really great at them, they’re not going to come back,” he said.

wellington | spa Hand & Stone’s extensive list of services ranges from Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point, sports, pre-natal, couples massages and more, to facial massages that stimulate collagen, care for rosacea, sensitive skin and detoxing; salicylic, glycolic and lactic acid peels; eye and lip treatments, hand therapy, foot treatments and scalp massages; as well as body hair removal with a botanically based wax-free system for eyebrows, legs, back, chest, bikini area, underarms, arms, face, lips or chin. At the Wellington location, there are 12 rooms: three for facials and waxing with the estheticians, one room for couples and eight massage rooms. Currently, there are 19 employees in Wellington and the business is looking forward to getting more involved in the community. With two mastiffs and a French bulldog, Butrymowicz is an animal lover, and is helping to make the lives of local dogs better through the spa. “We do-

nate our blankets every couple of weeks to Big Dog Ranch,” he explained. He always wants the massage blankets to look perfect, and has noticed that after a few weeks of washing, they don’t look quite as new. So, Butrymowicz drops them off for the dogs to have

soft, cushy blankets in their crates. Hand & Stone is located at 2863 State Road 7 in Wellington. It is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. For info., call (561) 221-6996 or visit www.handandstonewellington.com.

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wellington | neighborhood (Below) Tim Eichner leads the neighborhood watch group in the area surrounding Sugar Pond Manor’s Primrose Park.

Primrose Park Serves As The Heart Of Southwestern Sugar Pond Manor Story and Photos by Julie Unger

Primrose Park in Wellington, located off of Wellington Trace, is nestled in the southwestern part of the Sugar Pond Manor community running parallel to Greenview Shores Blvd. Neighborhood Watch Captain Tim Eichner said that his group, which started in 2011, was initiated because there were multiple break-ins surrounding the park in a short amount of time. “As residents in this area, we were concerned about that. That’s what promoted the beginning of the neighborhood watch,” he said. The park, at the junction of Primrose Lane and Rye Terrace, is the center of the community. Local residents walk their dogs and exercise there, and play at the playground. “There was already a community formed, so it was very natural for us to create a neighborhood watch group,” Eichner said. Approximately 35 homes participate in the watch group, and Eichner describes the community as peaceful. “People are friendly,” he said. “Most people here are rais-

ing young kids. That is another reason why we were concerned and the watch group formed. It was not only for a matter of safety, but another key issue was the speeding on Primrose Lane.” The community will have speed humps installed soon, he said, which will make a difference in the speeding and safety issues. Eichner credits a traffic study conducted by Village Engineer Bill Riebe for helping when the neighborhood watch group approaching the Wellington Village Council and asked for assistance. “I’m really thrilled that the council is responsive, and they’re actually going to use us as a test case to see how it works here to see if they would want to implement it in other parks in Wellington as well,” Eichner said. “But I know it’s definitely going to save a life, and the neighborhood watch group is a big part of that.” The park, with large trees providing a cooling canopy, features a playground, swings, baby swings, picnic tables, a

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basketball court and canal access for fishing or launching a canoe or kayak. Along with the vast green space at Primrose Park, there is also a track encircling the park, providing a great place to run, jog or walk a dog. A few years ago, the park was renovated. “The Village of Wellington is great,” Eichner said. “They do a fantastic job of maintaining it and making repairs. They’re very responsive.” Lighting is one of the updates to the park since the neighborhood watch group was created. Since the lighting

has increased, Eichner said, residents can see across the park clearly at night, deterring people from being in the park after hours. “The PBSO has been really great, too,” he said. “They’ve been really responsive.” In a three-month period, he said, deputies arrested 20 people who were in the park after hours, done in accordance with Wellington’s trespassing ordinance. “Since then, it has been cleaned up,” Eichner said. “That was extremely helpful.” The neighborhood watch group also cleaned up shrubbery around the park, so that the entire area can be seen from the outskirts. “The visibility is very good,” he said. Increased visibility has been helpful not only in deterring crime, but also in allowing parents to feel comfortable letting their children go to the park. A quick look out the window, and parents can see what their kids, especially those

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getting to the age where they want independence, are up to. Behind Rye Terrace, the community worked with the village to install a chain-link fence and plants, which deter people from using Rye Terrace as a way to escape after causing problems at the park. Eichner volunteered to be the neighborhood watch captain, and has been happy to serve in that capacity. With three boys between 12 and 16, Eichner has been in charge since 2011 and has seen drastic improvements in his community. “That’s why I continue to do it,” he said. “I feel like we’re actually making a difference.” Wellington, with its hometown, family feeling, appealed to Eichner, who previously lived in The Acreage. He and his family moved to Wellington because it is more conveniently located, and he has friends in the area. Regardless of any issues that the

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Palm Beach Gardens resident Donald Baxter was working in the world of finance and helping his aging uncle, C. Kenneth Baxter, manage his fortune when the elder Baxter was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Unsure of what to expect both personally and financially for his uncle, the younger Baxter reached out to Mary Barnes. He wanted to know what to expect so he could best help his uncle. Barnes, now president and CEO of Alzheimer’s Community Care, was working for another Alzheimer’s agency at the time. She knew that for every one person who is diagnosed with the disease, 19 others are affected, whether they are family members, friends, police officers, letter carriers, grocery workers or members of the medical community. Barnes did tell Baxter that Alzheimer’s disease was just starting to 84

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get noticed. “What is your most urgent need?” he asked. The City of Pahokee, which offered day care for Alzheimer’s patients, was in dire need of help at the time. “I didn’t have the numbers in front of me, nor pen and paper, so I just told him that I figured it would most likely take $50,000 to get a branch started in Pahokee,” said Barnes, who was leaving on vacation the next day.

Baxter told her to call him back at 4 p.m. on the day she returned. When she called, Baxter informed her that he had decided to donate $80,000. “He said, ‘You’re going to want to do it right,’” Barnes remembered. “He gave us $80,000 a year for each of the first three years. It helped us do so many things. The Baxter family believes that when you like a charity, you make a donation large enough to make an impact on that charity’s organization.” As Kenneth Baxter’s disease progressed, and family members in both Philadelphia and Palm Beach became increasingly concerned, Donald Baxter finally asked the tough question: How would they know the critical time was near? Barnes didn’t

wellington | gives (Left) Alzheimer’s Community Care President and CEO Mary Barnes. (Right) Barnes with administrative assistant Ginny Pruitt.

pull any punches. She said that an unusually high fever spike was the final warning sign and, if nature was allowed to take its course, his uncle would pass away shortly thereafter. Two weeks later, the elder Baxter died. “He appreciated that information so much,” Barnes said. “He was able to prepare his aunt for the inevitable and not feel guilty himself.” Later, Baxter sat down with Barnes to discuss the need for an organization that can help families at every stage of the disease process, catering to the needs of patients and their families so that they can understand their responsibilities and know that they’re not suffering alone. With that discussion, Alzheimer’s Community Care was born. That was back in 1996. Today, Alzheimer’s Community Care provides relief for Alzheimer’s patients, caregivers and families throughout Palm Beach, Martin and Saint Lucie counties. There are offices, some with a daycare component, in Pahokee, West Palm Beach, Delray Beach, Stuart and Fort Pierce. In some places, daycare programs are offered at host facilities, such as the one that opened just recently at St. Michael Lutheran Church in Wellington.

With Wellington resident Kris Riedell as chief operating officer, Alzheimer’s Community Care serves an ever-fluctuating 2,000 patients plus 2,000 caregivers, and helps thousands more through its informative web site. In addition, 6,000 people nationwide receive a quarterly newsletter. Patients are recommended from physician referrals, sister agencies and other nonprofits. To keep things rolling, Alzheimer’s Community Care depends upon financing from individuals, foundations, grants, Palm Beach County, the State of Florida and the United Way. There are several fundraisers each year, and there is also a nominal fee for patient daycare. Although Alzheimer’s Community Care currently has about 200 volunteers, more are always needed and serve in a variety of ways, from working at the daycare centers to helping with fundraisers and special events. Volunteers also help out in support groups, at health fairs and through a speakers bureau. “We’ll bring a doctor or

lawyer, plus myself or one of the vice presidents, and field questions on this sensitive topic, but not in front of a large crowd,” Barnes explained. “We limit the group to around 25, no more. It gives people the freedom to ask questions without having a lot of strangers around.” The Caregiver Connection also needs volunteers. This extremely successful program dispenses locator bracelets to patients who are prone to wandering and educates caregivers about the bracelets’ use. Like a watch, the locator is worn on the arm and has a radio frequency that helps find a wanderer within minutes instead of hours. “This program has been very, very successful,” Barnes said. “We have 90 patients with bracelets in the community right now. Volunteers are needed to change batteries, educate caregivers about when to call police, make appointments, document the visits and more. The Caregiver Connection also keeps in touch with all our caregivers. Some of them are more medically ill than our patients. We’ll call them once a week or, if they request it, once a day. We also run a crisis line 24/7 because a crisis never happens at a convenient time.” wellington the magazine | november 2015

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Dr. Jay Newman of Newman & Bedoya Podiatry recently opened a new office in Wellington. Located on the campus of Wellington Regional Medical Center, the new office is in addition to offices in Delray Beach and Boynton Beach. “I was originally in New York,” Newman said. “For 15 years, I practiced on Long Island. Then I moved to Florida, and we’ve been here almost 24 years. We branched out from Delray Beach to Boynton Beach, and then to Wellington about six months ago.” He feels that Wellington will be a good fit for his practice, especially his two associates, Dr. Laura Newman and Dr. Patricia Bedoya. They are more surgically oriented, and one is fellowship-trained in pediatrics. “There’s a different demographic in Wellington,” Newman said. “There are younger families, and it’s more amenable to fit the specialty of my partners.” Wellington is also a growing area, and Newman wants his practice to grow with the community. “We do a lot of sports injuries, and that goes from ballet injuries to riding injuries to running injuries, whether they be children or adolescents or adults,” he said. Podiatry has advanced to the point that many congenital conditions can be corrected early on with minimal side effects. “We have patients born with club foot, and they can be attended to immediately,” he said. “With children, we can affect the way things will be later on in life. If a child has a bad foot, many times it can be corrected and last a lifetime. There are certain bone diseases that can be addressed at an early age.” Newman enjoys his specialty because he sees such a diverse array of conditions, in people ranging from newborns to seniors. “As we get older, there are painful areas of the foot — gout, calluses, ingrown nails — that can be taken care of at the time or they can be taken care of permanently,” he said. “As we get older, we deal with more surgical interventions — bunions, hammer toes, heel spurs and things like that. Then, when you get into the seniors, we have a whole field of wound care.” In the senior community, Newman looks to treat poor circulation and provide aggressive intervention to diabetes and neuropathy. Diabetes and neuropathy are particularly dangerous, because the patient sometimes has no idea that he or she is injured. “I had a patient who was run over by a forklift,

and he didn’t even know it until he got home that night,” he said. “He had no feeling whatsoever.” Some athletic injuries are now being treated with stem-cell therapy treatments and other breakthroughs that have just come out in the last two years. “It is just revolutionizing sports medicine,” Newman said. “Platelet-rich plasma — these are some of the things we employ that have healed people who have never been able to heal. Things like in severe trauma cases, we’ve had people falling off horses, having compound fractures of the ankle and leg, where my associates do what they call external fixation. What that is, is we would normally rely on internal hardware where we have severe fractures. This is a frame that’s built on the outside, and it’s revolutionizing orthopedic medicine, and they are trained in it and certified in it.” People tend to take their feet for granted until there is a problem, he said. “The interesting thing about the feet is that they’re the foundation of the body,” Newman said. “If the foundation of your home is defective, nothing is going to work right. The feet are one-fourth of all the bones in the body. Each foot has 28 bones, and they have to function together. And we’re not quite adapted to standing upright on the ground yet, so that’s the nature of where a lot of foot problems come in.” The Wellington office of Newman & Bedoya Podiatry is at 1447 Medical Park Blvd., Suite 107. To learn more, call (561) 638-7600 or visit www.floridafamilypodiatry.com. wellington the magazine | november 2015

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Coldwell Banker agent Daisy Nelson owes her real estate career to her love of the West Palm Beach area. “My husband and I moved to the West Palm Beach area from Tampa Bay in 2002,” she recalled. “I got into real estate 11 years ago. I was district manager for a staffing company that was purchased by a national company and was asked to relocate myself and my family.” However, she and her husband Scott — who have now been married 13 years and have an 11-year-old son, Lance — were committed to staying in the area. “At that time, my husband and I had investment properties,” Nelson said. “I knew firsthand what it was like selling our properties, moving from one coast to another and looking for a new home in the West Palm Beach market. I felt that this was a great opportunity to change careers.” Based on these experiences and her innate interest in real estate, Nelson thought the switch to real estate sales made perfect sense. It also unleashed her passion about her new career. “I am excited to go to work each day to help families throughout this area with one of life’s biggest investments — buying or selling a home,” she said. Nelson’s field of expertise is residential real estate. She covers most of the Palm Beach metro area. “This area spans as far north as Jupiter, as far south as Boca Raton, east to the water and as far west as Wellington and the western communities,” she said. “These are the areas that I consistently sell real estate in, so I am more knowledgeable and can add more value to my clients in these areas.” Nelson credits her team with keeping ahead of the curve and creating an environment where both buyer and seller can thrive. “I have a full-time, licensed real estate assistant on my team, Kati, who is dedicated, detail-oriented and delivers great customer service,” she said. “In addition to having a team with strong work ethics, I have the sound business expertise to ensure that my clients maximize their real estate opportunities. I also take a genuine interest in the best interests of my clients and their families. My team and I go above and beyond to bring our clients all the information that they

need to make the right decision for today and the years to come.” Nelson is decidedly optimistic when predicting the future of the local real estate market. “In my opinion, even though interest rates are going up, it will be very gradual for the next few years, and we’ll still be at an all-time low with regard to interest rates,” she said. “So for the next couple of years, it will still be a great environment to purchase homes.” Those who are looking to sell their homes will also be pleased with Nelson’s forecast. “It will also continue to be a great time to sell your home, if you’re considering that,” she said. “Inventory is still low, and because of where interest rates are, buyers are able to afford more home for the same money.” To contact Daisy Nelson, call (561) 543-4920, e-mail daisy@ daisynelson.com or visit www.daisynelson.com. wellington the magazine | november 2015

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David Bias comes to the Wellington Design Center with more than 30 years of decorating and design experience. With a background that ranges from major department store visual merchandising to residential design, David has a unique and varied perspective to help you fulfill your design dreams.

David has spent the last 13 years working with a prominent Palm Beach design firm. Starting with the nuts and bolts of space planning and logistics, and moving to having regular design clients, he was also heavily involved in the firm’s participation in charitable events. David has installed multiple Red Cross Designer Show Houses, the Veranda Show House at the Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills, the Adamsleigh Estate for the Junior League of Greensboro, N.C. (where his personal artwork was also shown), and even personally produced pet clothing and table linens for the Broward County Humane Society PAWS To Help fundraiser at DCOTA in Dania. Having a keen eye for line, balance and color, David was also the stylist for all of the firm’s photography for publication. “At the end of the day, design should be fun,” he explains. “The client needs to enjoy the process. My job is to take the frustration away and replace it with a sense of joy and accomplishment. The Wellington Design Center is the perfect environment in which I can make this happen for my clients.”

It’s Time To Update Before Guests Arrive It is that time of year that the population of our little slice of paradise shoots up. With that comes a little more traffic and slightly longer lines. The bigger picture is that it means people enjoying their vacation time, income boosts for our local businesses, and it is a sign that we should get a break from the brutal temperatures that we have had this summer. Often it means we will get to see friends that we only get to enjoy for part of the year. We are now in the part of the year when we all start to have visitors and start entertaining. So, maybe it’s time to give your home a little spruce up. Trends in home décor are taking an interesting turn right now. Very sharp citrus tones are being shown everywhere. The citrus is being paired with every hue of silver, gray, platinum and greige. Ikat patterns are still in the running in very color-saturated color stories. Deep turquoise and dark oranges are very hot. Popular color trends cover all types of fabric styles. They can be found in contemporary, mid-century and traditional patterns. Keeping a space from looking dated by updating it does not require a complete room redo. Replace a few of boring pillows and put a big splash of color on your existing sofa. If your windows are dull, add a simple valance. Window treatments can also be designed for any style of décor. A simple box pleat valance or straight boxed upholstered cornice for the contemporary look, or maybe swags and full drapes for the traditional. If you have shade treatments that are more than 10 years old, you should give them a little inspection. Do you have to recall what color that they were originally? Are they operating the

way that they should? If they have given up and need to be replaced, come see us. We are proud to have the full line of Hunter Douglas window treatments. You might be surprised at the options available. Just as in the jewelry industry, home décor is trending toward mixed metals. For decorating, this translates into the colors of metals. You will see bronze, gold, silver/gray and copper mixed throughout spaces. Plumbing, lighting and furniture hardware is trending away from the brushed nickel that has been so popular for quite a few years. The latest offering in fixture finish seems to be brushed brass (not shiny and polished). Here is a little thought about your lighting: if you are starting a space from scratch, try choosing your lighting before choosing colors. Different types of light bulbs give off different spectrums of light, affecting how we perceive color. They range from halogen to florescent to LED. Knowing ahead of time can keep you from having to repaint a room or return a sofa because it does not look like you thought it would. If everything looks great but needs a little definition, try adding or replacing a rug. We have a variety of stock rugs available. If you are feeling a little creative, our vendors give you the option of color customization. If you are feeling adventurous and have a pattern you love, we can have one made completely custom with your colors and pattern. No matter if you want to do a little sprucing up before you start having get-togethers or want to redo a room, come in to see us at the Wellington Interior Design Center. It is always our pleasure to help you develop your home into a place you love to be. W

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ENTRYWAY: With a generous ceiling height and a high arched window next to the front door, this area offers a dramatic entryway into the home. The space features lots of light and sweeping views of the front yard. KITCHEN: The home’s eat-in kitchen has all the extras — custom cabinetry, soft-close drawers, a re-imagined chef-friendly pantry, custom granite countertops, a glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and sliding glass doors that open onto a raised poolside platform.

FAMILY ROOM: The designated family room has plenty of media hook-ups on the wall facing the sofa. It is conveniently located just three steps from the kitchen. DINING ROOM: The tiled dining room overlooks the living room. Designed as both a formal dining area and a useful part of the living space, it is located right in the center of the action.

LIVING ROOM: The formal living room, nestled just below the dining room has a light, airy feel thanks to soaring ceilings and plenty of natural light. It is tastefully decorated with a designer’s touch.

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BEDROOMS: Three of the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bedrooms are located upstairs. Two of them are quiet, carpeted rooms that share a bath. Eight-over-eight windows usher in plenty of light, even as second-floor placement assures an added level of privacy. The well-appointed master bedroom has an en suite bath, as well as custom built-in closet systems. POOL DECK: The photographer here was standing on a unique raised platform, yet another custom feature of the home. The crystal-clear pool and adjoining spa are sheltered by screening on all sides. Lots of poolside deck space allows plenty of room for patio furniture, making it a wonderful space for entertaining.

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Fieldside Sunday Brunch At The International Polo Club An Amazing Culinary Experience STORY BY JULIE UNGER • PHOTOGRAPHY BY LILA PHOTO

Champagne Brunch in the fieldside Pavilion at the International Polo Club Palm Beach is an olfactory, visual, culinary tour showcasing creatively paired gourmet dishes that are truly works of art. As you make plans for the upcoming winter season, be sure to secure your brunch reservations and enjoy Sunday afternoon polo in style. Aaron Menitoff of Aaron’s Catering, official caterer at IPC, guided us through the artistic feast that occurs every Sunday afternoon during the fourmonth polo season. As you walk in, servers are carrying different selections of passed hors d’oeuvres. Guests are taken to the hostess stands, seated and often begin with a drink — Veuve Clicquot champagne shines as the drink of choice. From there, guests explore the main buffet and six specialty stations. “Every week you come, it’s going to be something different,” Menitoff said.

With more than 80 items each week, and an area spanning 60 feet by 100 feet, Menitoff has plenty of space to work with for his elaborate appetizers, entrees, carving stations and desserts. “We try to do fun things in unique vessels that are a little different, so they are kind of fun to look at even before you get to taste the item,” he explained. The appetizers will likely be the first thing to catch your eye. One of his favorites is the marinated minted plum, with homemade pistachio marshmallows and lamb, put on a skewer, and then blowtorched right in front of you. “It’s an explosion of flavor,” Menitoff said, adding that he also loves the burrata cheese. “It has pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and arugula, wrapped in prosciutto, garnished with micro-greens, balsamic pearls and truffle olive oil.” Each week, new selections are offered. “Because everything that we do is custom, its unlike a restaurant where they have a set menu. Every week, every single menu is different,” he said. “We do everything from truffled crab cake, petite lobster rolls, lobster croque monsieur, mini Russian blinis, spicy pop rock tuna tartar served in mini savory edible wasabi-ginger waffle cones, (Left) Julie and Aaron Menitoff look forward to you joining them for Sunday brunch at IPC.

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(Above) An overview of the Sunday brunch serving area. (Below) Some of the popular specialty stations, which change regularly.

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wellington | table chilled mango avocado soup shooters with cilantro crème fraîche, baklava shrimp lollipops, slow-roasted pork belly with Bramley apple sauce and cinnamon, Peking duck wraps, duck confit with dried sour cherries and an ovenroasted potato chip.” Menitoff is sure to stay on the cutting edge, keeping his focus on what’s new and exciting in the culinary scene, pleasing the most discerning of palates. Beyond that, Aaron’s Catering is also at the forefront of culinary innovation, creating dishes that often turn up elsewhere in due time. At some events, the catering team sets up a 16-foot water buffet where boats carrying food float by and guests are invited to pluck their food directly from the boats. Menitoff’s philosophy is part of what makes the food so special. “I believe a lot in the visual aspects of food, as well as the flavors and the taste. People should look at what they’re about to eat, and that should almost be enough of an experience,” he said. “That’s why, when we do our stations, we have fun, unique ways of serving things.” The food stations are different on any given Sunday, but hold a common theme: they’re interactive. “We may have the same concept for the action station, like flatbread pizza oven, but we’ll have different items every week,” Menitoff said. “If you come for multiple weeks, you’re never going to have the same culinary experience. You’ll always get to taste new things.” Variety is evident within the stations, since the changing menu keeps things interesting. “Given the abundance of items that we have every week, it probably wouldn’t

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Amazing dessert options are part of the IPC Sunday brunch experience.

be possible for anybody to come close to trying even a tenth of the items each time they come out,” Menitoff said. “It’s like coming to a new restaurant every single time you come out.” Some of the stations have blowtorches for the chefs to cook things in front of the guests, providing a unique experience. Other stations feature specialties, such as Australian lamb loin and swordfish loin, the latter featuring multiple swordfish loins wrapped together, marinated, slow cooked, and then off to the carving station. It makes for fall-offthe-bone delicious swordfish, Menitoff said, that is then studded with lemon, garlic and olive oil, which brings out the true flavors of the fish. After enjoying the many items available, guests are invited to enjoy delectable desserts. New this season, in the VIP area, are meltaway spheres — chocolate balls the size of polo balls, keeping with the theme of polo brunch. Inside, they contain apple crumb, chocolate, strawberry and white mousse fillings. When they are brought to the table, decanters of hot chocolate, raspberry, caramel and pineapple sauces will be poured over the sphere, melting away the outer shell. “The edible sauce is used as a mechanism to reveal what’s inside,” Menitoff explained.

Of course, favorites such as the red velvet baby bundt cake with traditional cream cheese frosting, bread pudding with maple bourbon sauce and whipped cream, assorted petit fours, crème brûlée in flavors like mango passion fruit, truffles and cheesecake lollipops are also available to offer a sweet indulgence. In addition, there is a candy bar with an endless array of colorful candies, able to be eaten on their own or added to handmade gelato and frozen yogurt. To quench guests’ thirst, there are always creative cocktails available, and once a month, the catering company presents a sight to experience: a fullyfunctioning ice bar made entirely of ice. Champagne Sunday Brunch at IPC, which starts at $100 per person, is an experience and not just a meal. To share that experience with others, IPC has begun offering advanced tickets, available as holiday gifts. They can be sent to the recipient, or the person ordering, making them an ideal holiday gift. To learn more, call (561) 792-9292. Sunday brunch at the International Polo Club Palm Beach (3667 120th Avenue South, Wellington) is held weekly from Jan. 4 through April 19. Brunch begins at 2 p.m., and the polo match starts at 3 p.m. Learn more at www.internationalpoloclub.com.

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wellington | dining guide Arrabiatas Italian Restaurant serves up traditional Italian cuisine. The restaurant is in Aberdeen Plaza at 8260 Jog Road. For more info., call (561) 336-3862 or visit www.arrabiatas.net.

India Grill & Bar is now open in Royal Plaza at 650 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. serving authentic north and south Indian cuisine. For more info., call (561) 2497168.

For a touch of the Florida Keys in your own back yard, visit Bonefish Mac’s Sports Grille. Located at 10880 W. Forest Hill Blvd. near the Mall at Wellington Green, Bonefish Mac’s offers excellent food in a family-friendly environment. For more information, visit www.bonefishmacs.com or call (561) 798-6227.

Offering delicious cuts of steak and succulent seafood dishes, Jordan’s Steak Bistro serves up delicious meals and craft cocktails in a stylish environment. The restaurant is located in the Pointe at Wellington Green at 10140 W. Forest Hill Blvd. For more info., call (561) 793-9394 or visit www.jordans steakbistro.com.

At BurgerFi, gourmet quality is the name of the game. The Wellington location of this growing gourmet burger chain is at the corner of Forest Hill Blvd. and Wellington Trace. Call (561) 612-7853 or visit www.burgerfi.com to learn more. Casa Tequila, a restaurant featuring a wide variety of delicious Mexican Cuisine, opened recently in the Wellington Plaza at 12795 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 11A. For more info., call (561) 557-1378 or visit www.casatequilafl.com. Coach House Restaurant & Bar (13410 South Shore Blvd.) features gourmet cuisine along with a piano bar, bistro area, outside dining, smoking bars, entertainment and more. For more info., call (561) 795-0080 or visit www.coachhousefla.com. From delicious antipasti to a fine selection of wines, Italian food lovers will feel right at home at Franco Italian Bistro. Franco is located at 10160 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 103, in the Pointe at Wellington Green. For more info., call (561) 615-1551 or visit www.francoitalianbistro.com. The Grille Fashion Cuisine (12300 South Shore Blvd., Suite 10) is open for lunch and dinner daily. It is also a popular gathering place, open until 2 a.m. Thursday through Sunday. For info., call (561) 7932110 or visit www.thegrillefashioncuisine.com.

Experience the tastes of the world atop a burger at Lindburgers Restaurant in the Wellington Courtyard Shops at 13860 Wellington Trace. From Florida to the Far East, Lindburgers will take you on a trip as you bite into one of its 50 famous burgers. For more info., call (561) 753-0555 or visit www.lindburgers. com. A warm and welcoming restaurant with a cozy atmosphere, Oak Bistro & Wine Bar at 11051 Southern Blvd., Suite 210, in the Southern Palm Crossing shopping plaza serves up delicious food complemented by great wine varietals. Catering and takeout are available, as are private parties and a great Sunday brunch. For more info., call (561) 753-6217 or visit www.oakrpb.com. Oli’s Fashion Cuisine & Bar is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks on Forest Hill Blvd. near the Mall at Wellington Green. For info., call (561) 7922220 or visit www.olisrestaurant.com. Stonewood Grill & Tavern in the Pointe at Wellington Green serves up exciting flavors in a casually sophisticated setting. Call (561) 784-9796 or visit www.stonewoodgrill.com for more info. A family tradition since 1905, Strathmore Bagels & Deli is a real New York delicatessen, serving ev-

erything from smoked fish to corned beef. It is located in the Marketplace at Wycliffe at the corner of State Road 7 and Lake Worth Road. For more info., call (561) 357-0044 or visit www.strathmorebagels. com. Taste of India is located at 7750 Okeechobee Blvd. Aside from a full menu, it offers a bountiful buffet for lunch and dinner on weekdays and brunch on weekends. For more info., call (561) 721-8600. Drop by the award-winning TooJay’s Original Gourmet Deli in the Mall at Wellington Green for breakfast, lunch or dinner. TooJay’s is reminiscent of your favorite New York delicatessen. For more info., call (561) 784-9055 or visit www.toojays.com. Tree’s Wings & Ribs is located at 603 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. in the Royal Plaza. Eat in or take out wings, ribs, chicken and more. Visit www.treeswings andribs.com or call (561) 791-1535 for more information. Located in the original Wellington Mall, The White Elephant Restaurant serves up American-style cuisine with a wonderful ambiance. For more info., visit www.whiteelephantwellington.com or call (561) 469-1109. With a wide and varied menu, the Wild West Diner serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is located at 12041 Southern Blvd. at the corner of Crestwood Blvd. For more info., call (561) 469-2333 or visit www.wildwestdiner.com. A wide variety of food choices can be found at Welli Deli, located at 13501 South Shore Blvd. For info., visit www.wellideli.com or call (561) 784-5884. World of Beer (2465 State Road 7, Suite 100) offers more than 500 varieties of choice brews. For info., call (561) 383-6115 or visit wellington.wobusa.com.

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wellington | calendar Sunday, Nov. 1 • America’s Got Talent Live: The All-Stars Tour will be at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach) on Sunday, Nov. 1. For tickets, call (561) 832-7469 or visit www.kravis.org. Monday, Nov. 2 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Art Club for ages 6 and up Monday, Nov. 2 at 3 p.m. Live through art by exploring different mediums. Dress to get messy. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. Tuesday, Nov. 3 • Wellington will hold a Walk & Talk in the Periwinkle/Lilly Neighborhood on Tuesday, Nov. 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. Neighborhood advocates, code compliance officers and PBSO deputies are visiting residents in communities around the village to hear concerns and discuss neighborhood issues. Call (561) 791-4796 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Festival of Lights Celebration in honor of Diwali for all ages Tuesday, Nov. 3 at 6:30 p.m. Discover this beautiful tradition from South Asian nations with stories, dances and more. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Audubon Society of the Everglades will meet Tuesday, Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. at FAU’s Pine Jog Environmental Education Center (6301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach). The topic will be “Adapting to Climate Change in South Florida: Improving Resilience of Our Ecosystems and Communities.” The speaker will be Dr. Tabitha Cale, Everglades policy associate for Audubon Florida. The meeting is free and open to the public. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info. Wednesday, Nov. 4 • The Audubon Society of the Everglades will hold a bird walk at Peaceful Waters Sanctuary (11700

Pierson Road, Wellington) on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 8:30 a.m. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for info. • American Legion Auxiliary Unit #367 of Royal Palm Beach will meet Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 10 a.m. at the Palms West Presbyterian Church (13689 Okeechobee Blvd. Loxahatchee Groves). For more info., call Marge Herzog at (561) 791-9875 or Joan Shewmake at (561) 792-2317. • The Royal Palm Beach Rotary Club will host a Shred Fest fundraiser Wednesday, Nov. 4 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Community Animal Hospital (11462 Okeechobee Blvd., Royal Palm Beach). There will be on-site shredding. A donation is $5 a box benefits Royal Palm Beach Rotary scholarships and charities. Visit www.rpbrotary.org for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Our Night Sky for adults Wednesdays, Nov. 4 and 18 at 6:30 p.m. The DVD series will give a tour of the night sky. The goal is to offer a foundation for navigating the sky on your own with binoculars or a small telescope. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. Thursday, Nov. 5 • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host food trucks with music by the Seminole Ridge High School Jazz Band on Thursday, Nov. 5 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. • The Women of the Western Communities will meet Thursday, Nov. 5 at the Wanderers Club in Wellington, with a meet-and-mingle at 6 p.m., followed by a Thanksgiving-themed meeting and dinner. Food donations will be taken for Thanksgiving baskets for area families. E-mail mair.armand1@ gmail.com for more info. Friday, Nov. 6 • The West Palm Beach Antiques & Collectibles Show will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center from Friday, Nov. 6 through Sunday, Nov. 8. Learn more at www.wpbaf.com. • Ghost Tours: An Evening In The Dark will be

held at Yesteryear Village at the South Florida Fairgrounds on Friday, Nov. 6 at 8 p.m. The cost is $18 per person. For more info., call (561) 790-5232. Saturday, Nov. 7 • The Audubon Society of the Everglades will hold a car pool tour and bird walk around Storm Water Treatment Area 1E managed by the South Florida Water Management District on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 a.m. To RSVP, e-mail asetripinfo@gmail.com or call Linda at (586) 854-0145. For more info., visit www.auduboneverglades.org. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a From Coverage to Care Workshop, presented in partnership with Enroll Palm Beach, on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Understand your new healthcare benefits and how you can connect to primary care and preventative services. Learn from a healthcare attorney about how to overcome barriers. Walk-ins are welcome. Call (561) 790-6070 for info. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert featuring the Wellington High School Jazz Band on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www. wellingtonfl.gov for info. Monday, Nov. 9 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Craftapalooza for ages 2 to 8 on Monday, Nov. 9 at 3 p.m. Create multiple crafts from fun selections. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Chess Club for Adults on Monday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m. Practice strategy skills with other players. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 7906070 to pre-register. Tuesday, Nov. 10 • The Last Comic Standing Live Tour will be at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach) on Tuesday, Nov. 10. For tickets, call (561) 832-7469 or visit www. kravis.org.

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wellington | calendar • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Help for Holiday Shopping for adults on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. Need help with your holiday shopping? Not sure which smart phone, tablet or coffee maker to choose? The business librarian shows you how to access Consumer Reports for free by using your library card. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Teen Takeover for ages 12 to 17 on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington Village Council will meet Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Visit www. wellingtonfl.gov for more info. Wednesday, Nov. 11 • The Village of Wellington and the American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Wellington Post 390 will honor all current and former members of the armed forces with a Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The parade will begin at 8:15 a.m., from the Wellington Municipal Complex to the Wellington Veteran Memorial, located at the corner of Forest Hill and South Shore boulevards. The parade will be followed by a ceremony at 8:30 a.m. at the memorial. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info. • The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will hold its Kickoff to the Equestrian Season Luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 11:30 a.m. at the Wanderers Club in Wellington. Visit www.wellingtonchamber. com for more info. Thursday, Nov. 12 • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host food trucks with music by the Cuban Latin Show Band on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Card Sharks for ages 12 to 17 on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. Play Yu-Gi-Oh!, Pokémon, Magic:

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The Gathering or just a regular card game. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Scrabble for Adults on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Join other Scrabble fans and enjoy a fun evening of word play. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. Friday, Nov. 13 • Horses Healing Hearts and the Quinton Aaron Foundation will hold a private meet-and-greet at a home in Wellington on Friday, Nov. 13. For more info., call (561) 713-6133 or visit www.hhhannualbenefit. com. • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free screening of the movie Jurassic World on Friday, Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. Saturday, Nov. 14 • The West Palm Beach Gun & Knife Show will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds on Saturday, Nov. 14 and Sunday, Nov. 15. Admission is $10. For more info., visit www.flgunshows.com. • Artistic Synergy-Artnado will take place at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Nov. 14 and Sunday, Nov. 15. Learn more at www. artisticsynergy.org. • St. Rita Catholic Church (13645 Paddock Drive, Wellington) will hold a Gigantic Garage Sale on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the church. Refreshments and baked goods will be available for sale. For more info., call Pat at (561) 714-4422 or Hala at (407) 406-4644. • The Miss and Mr. Rodeo Palm Beach County Pageant will take place Saturday, Nov. 14 at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center. Boys and girls will compete in western wear modeling, interview, onstage introduction, photogenic and horsemanship pattern (older divisions only). For more information, visit www.facebook.com/missmrrodeopbc. • Horses Healing Hearts and the Quinton Aaron Foundation will be host “Cowboy Up For A Cause”

at the Van Kampen Arena (13500 South Shore Blvd., Wellington) on Saturday, Nov. 14 from noon to 4 p.m. For more info., call (561) 713-6133 or visit www.hhhannualbenefit.com. • The Town-Crier, the International Polo Club Palm Beach and the Palms West Planning Committee will host a Golf Ball Drop benefit for the Young Singers of the Palm Beaches on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 4 p.m. at the International Polo Club Palm Beach (3667 120th Avenue South). Learn more at www. yspb.org/golf-ball-drop-fundraiser. • Seagull Services will hold its first craft beer tasting event, Beer & Bites, on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater. The event is paired with Wellington’s popular free concert series. Motown Magic will play on the amphitheater stage at 7:30 p.m. Food trucks will offer a variety of both gourmet and comfort foods for purchase. VIP tickets are $75 in advance or $100 at the event. For more info., visit www.seagull.org or call Elizabeth McDermott at (561) 842-5814. Monday, Nov. 16 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Chapter Crafters for ages 6 to 11 on Monday, Nov. 16 at 3 p.m. Listen to a chapter or two of the first book about the “Boy Who Lived” and create a special craft to go along with it. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Palm Beach Winter Open festival will be held Monday, Nov. 16 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Bootz Culture Camp & Art Studio (420 S. State Road 7, Suite 120, Royal Palm Beach). Tickets are $55 each. A portion of the ticket proceeds will benefit Grandma’s Place, an emergency shelter for children. For more info., e-mail info@pbwinteropen.org or call Brianne Ford at (561) 358-4631. Tuesday, Nov. 17 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Game Day for ages 8 to 12 on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 3 p.m. Bring a friend for Wii gaming and board game fun. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

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wellington | calendar • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Wonders of the Night Sky Telescope Viewing Session for adults Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. Join the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches and learn about constellations as you stargaze from sunset to 8:30 p.m. outside, if the skies are clear. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

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Wednesday, Nov. 18 • The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce will present its Farm City 2015 luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 11:30 a.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds. It will feature a panel discussion on “Food & Feeding: Working Together to Solve Hunger in Palm Beach County.” Visit www.cpbchamber.com or call (561) 790-6200 to RSVP. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Not Your Grandma’s Bingo for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 3:30 p.m. Create your own card and see if luck is on your side. Join the fun and win a prize. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. Thursday, Nov. 19 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Make a Gift for ages 8 to 12 on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 3 p.m. Create a unique gift for someone special in your life. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host food trucks with music by What a Rush on Thursday, Nov. 19 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Repurposed Books for adults Thursday, Nov. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Make a one-of-a-kind tool bin from an old book cover. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. Saturday, Nov. 21 • Ultracon of South Florida will be held in the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Nov. 21 and Sunday, Nov. 22. Learn more at www. ultraconofsouthflorida.com. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Bedtime Bonanza for ages 2 to 6 on Saturday, Nov. 21 at 11 a.m. Join in for some sleepy stories, songs and a craft. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host the Maharajah Magic Show for the whole family on Saturday, Nov. 21 at 2 p.m. Witness the impossible as Prof. Kumar, Magician Maharajah of India, presents a humorous and entertaining program that will dazzle your mind and leave you speechless. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Shania Twain tribute concert on Saturday, Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for info. Monday, Nov. 23 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Lego Bricks for ages 6 and up Monday, Nov. 23 at 3 p.m. Create vehicles or buildings out of Lego bricks. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. Tuesday, Nov. 24 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Zumba Gold for adults Tuesday, Nov. 24 at 6:30 p.m. Join the party in this Latin-inspired dance fitness class to mix fun moves and rhythms to burn calories. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington Village Council will meet Tuesday, Nov. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Visit www. wellingtonfl.gov for more info. Saturday, Nov. 28 • Beatles tribute band the McCartney Years will be at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Blvd., WPB) on Saturday, Nov. 28. For tickets, call (561) 832-7469 or visit www.kravis.org. • The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will host Winterfest 2015 at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center on Saturday, Nov. 28 featuring Vanilla Ice, musical and dance performances by local talent, equestrian Grand Prix exhibitors, retail shopping and food vendors, a visit from Santa, a kids Wonderland Village, a food and wine tasting expo, and more. Call (561) 792-6525 or visit www.wellingtonchamber. com for more info.

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Book Launch Party — Longtime resident Sandy Axelrod held a book launch party at her Wellington home on Friday, Sept. 18. Affairs to Remember is filled with delicious recipes for every occasion. Axelrod prepared 11 recipes from her book, which proved to be a hit with partygoers. Shown here, Axelrod (left) signs books for Maria Lentine and Phyllis Zacarro.

Ken Adams Way — The Wellington Village Council hosted a street renaming ceremony on Oct. 1 to honor Wellington pioneer and former Palm Beach County Commissioner Ken Adams. Country Club Drive, the road leading into the Lake Wellington Professional Centre, was renamed Ken Adams Way. Shown here is Adams with his personal copy of the street sign.

Fine Arts Academy — Wellington Elementary School was recently approved for a new fine arts academy. The idea builds on the successful fine arts curriculum already offered at the school. Starting next year, the school will be able to accept up to 40 students from outside its zoned area to join the new academy. Shown here are Wellington Elementary School’s Cathy West, Dave Morrison, Pam Saieg and Principal Dr. Maria Vaughan.

Rotary Peace Day — The Wellington Rotary Club held an observance in honor of the United Nations International Day of Peace on Sunday, Sept. 20 at the Wellington Rotary Peace Park. Those who work toward peace in the community and students who won peace-themed contests were honored. Shown here, Randy Pfeiffer presents Jess Santamaria with the club’s Community Peace Award as Larry Kemp looks on.

Fall Festival — Wellington held its annual Halloween-themed Fall Festival at Village Park on Saturday, Oct. 17 with trick-or-treating, haunted hallways, face painting, bounce houses, a costume party and more.

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