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Features 22 WEP’s Vision For Wellington’s Equestrian Future

Taking over an aging facility in need of repair, Wellington Equestrian Partners has spent four years rebuilding the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, extending the show season and solidifying Wellington’s place among the world’s top equestrian destinations. By Lauren Miró

30 PBSO Capt. Jay Hart Aims To keep Wellington Safe

Capt. Jay Hart, commander of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office substation in Wellington, was drawn to law enforcement because police officers are problem-solvers, and he wanted to use his skills to help others. By Lauren Miró

34 Big Dog Ranch Rescue Needs Help To Save Animals

It’s all about the canines at Big Dog Ranch Rescue, a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing the many dogs that are in danger of being euthanized at animal shelters. By Jessica Gregoire

38 The Wellington Chamber’s Equestrian Committee

The Wellington Chamber’s Equestrian Committee is doing all that’s possible to bridge the gap between chamber members and the equestrian community. By Kendall Bierer

42 Gift Shopping? Dazzle Them With Diamonds!

The familiar saying “diamonds are a girl’s best friend” still rings true, but as you will see, diamonds are truly for everyone. Join us as we visit some of Wellington’s top jewelry stores in search of holiday gifts. Photography by Abner Pedraza

44 Wellington Star: Equestrian, Author Tami Hoag

Tami Hoag, author of 33 novels, is a near-constant presence on The New York Times bestsellers list. When she’s not writing, Hoag is riding. She has been training horses and competing in dressage in Wellington for many years. By Matthew Auerbach

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Wellington Social Scene Wellington Hosts Mafia-Themed Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Annual Wellington Community 5K Fitness Run/Walk A Success Visions Hosts Live & Uncut Fashion Show At Beef Wellington New Wellington Green Market Opens At The Amphitheater

Wellington Home

This month we visit a worldly Palm Beach Polo home featuring modern amenities set in a unique 7,300-square-foot estate featuring artifacts from across the globe. By Lauren Miró

58 Wellington Table

Stonewood Grill & Tavern has offered the best in upscale casual dining to Wellington for more than eight years, and new menu items now offer guests an updated experience. By Lauren Miró

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Wellington Watch Wellington Dining Guide Wellington Calendar Around Wellington ON THE COVER Wellington Equestrian Partners Managing Partner Mark Bellissimo with partners (clockwise from bottom left) Roger Smith, Hunter Harrison, Bruce Duchossois and Dennis Dammerman. PHOTO BY BILL BARBOSA/PHOTO DESIGNS INC.

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A Message from the Publisher

Happy Holidays To All Our Readers! volume

Since taking over Wellington’s horse show grounds four years ago, Wellington Equestrian Partners has made millions in upgrades to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center and aggressively expanded the show season. In this issue, we interview WEP Managing Partner Mark Bellissimo, and other members of the partnership, on how these changes came about and the group’s plans for the future. On a similar theme, we feature the Wellington Chamber of Commerce’s Equestrian Committee, which aims to be a bridge between Wellington’s business and equestrian communities.

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publisher/executive editor

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Dawn Rivera graphic designer

Suzanne Summa bookkeeping

Carol Lieberman account managers

Betty Buglio Evie Edwards Wanda Glockson Dale Wolman photography

Bill Barbosa Bill Carley Alan Fabricant Susan Lerner Abner Pedraza Gregory Ratner contributors

Matthew Auerbach Kendall Bierer Jason Budjinski Ron Bukley Chris Felker Denise Fleischman Jessica Gregoire Lauren Miró Deborah Welky Wellington The Magazine

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Need help getting into the holiday gift-giving spirit? Wellington The Magazine visited some of the area’s top jewelry stores in search of dazzling diamond creations. Check out this holiday shopping feature and learn why diamonds never go out of style. If you’re looking to bring a new companion into your life this holiday, check out our feature on Big Dog Ranch Rescue. This Wellington-area nonprofit saves hundreds of dogs each year that might otherwise meet an untimely end. Learn how you can help. Tami Hoag, one of the nation’s bestselling authors, is also a noted equestrian who makes Wellington her home base. We chat with Hoag in this month’s Wellington Star feature. We also sit down with Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Capt. Jay Hart, commander of the Wellington substation, to learn all that the PBSO is doing to keep the community safe. Dr. Diego Rubinowicz of the Urology Center of Palm Beach is profiled this month as well. Wellington Home visits a Palm Beach Polo estate featuring modern amenities set among artifacts from across the globe. Wellington Table stops by Stonewood Grill & Tavern and learns that the restaurant’s Wellington location will be the home base of the chain’s culinary vice president, who is about to unveil a series of new dishes sure to soon become popular favorites. From all of us here at Wellington The Magazine, have a joyous holiday season and a wonderful new year. We’ll be back with more of the best of Wellington in 2012!

Published by Wellington The Magazine, LLC Barry S. Manning chairman/chief executive officer Maureen Budjinski

Joshua Manning Publisher/Executive Editor

vice president Wellington The Magazine is published monthly in Wellington, Florida. Copyright 2011, all rights reserved by Wellington The Magazine, LLC. Contents may not be reproduced in any form without the written consent of the publisher. The publisher reserves the right to refuse advertising. The publisher accepts no responsibility for advertisement errors beyond the cost of the portion of the advertisement occupied by the error within the advertisement itself. The publisher accepts no responsibility for submitted materials. All submitted materials subject to editing.

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(Left) They Improv players Rita Ritvin, Todd Rice, Phillip Giannikas and Tamara Jones. (Right) Claire Fairclough, Jordan and Maria Goodstein, and Mike Fairclough.

Wellington hosted a Murder Mystery Dinner Theater on Saturday, Nov. 5 at the Village Park gym on Pierson Road. The Mafia-themed event included dinner catered by Buca di Beppo, live music and entertainment by They Improv.

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Visions Salon held its second annual Live & Uncut Fashion Show on Sunday, Nov. 13 at Beef Wellington Steakhouse & Social Club. This year’s theme was “The New York Street Collection,” with models showcasing hair, makeup and clothing with a New York flair. The show also featured celebrity stylist Nick Arrojo, and live music and entertainment by Michaela Paige and Kenny Mondo Productions. Proceeds benefit the Wellington Boys & Girls Club.

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Changes To Roads, Hours At Wellington’s Show Grounds A divided Wellington Village Council has approved a master plan amendment designed to allow better access to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. Council members voted 3-2 to approve the revised master plan Oct. 26 with Vice Mayor Matt Willhite and Councilman Howard Coates dissenting. The resolution allows access to the equestrian center from a re-aligned Lake Worth Road, extended Southfields Road and Gene Mische Way to the west, all connecting through internal roadways to a re-aligned Equestrian Club Road — the main show grounds entryway. Supporters and opponents spoke for more than four hours, with nearby homeowners concerned about increased traffic and already-made changes to Equestrian Club Road. Coates expressed frustration that PBIEC had realigned Equestrian Club Drive without a permit. “It’s a bad way to proceed, and it puts us in an untenable

position where we’re damned if we do and damned if we don’t,” he said. Later Hours — Also Oct. 26, the council approved a change in the hours of operations at the PBIEC, allowing parties to go later on weekends. The resolution passed 4-1 with Willhite dissenting. The shows had been under special use permits. But a commercial arena designation made it a permanent use. The code for the Equestrian Overlay Zoning District sets hours of operation from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. The change was for hours of 6 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. in the International Arena and secondary rings, 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. in restaurants and banquet halls, 7 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. for outdoor entertainment, and 6 a.m. to midnight for support services. Equestrian Sport Productions President Michael Stone said that most events don’t finish until 10 or 11 p.m., and are followed by an awards

ceremony, giving riders little time to spend with sponsors and guests. “By the time the riders are finished,” he said, “the guests want to meet them, their sponsors want to meet them, and they want to relax.” Council members generally favored the measure, so long as the extended hours were limited to weekends and after major events. OIG Lawsuit — Wellington has joined several municipalities in litigation over the requirement that municipalities pay for a portion of the Palm Beach County Office of the Inspector General. Councilman Howard Coates noted Nov. 8 that Wellington’s participation in the suit was not a sign that the council does not support the mission of the inspector general. “I didn’t want there to be any misconstruing that somehow being a participant in this lawsuit is being against ethical practices,” he said. “It’s about who pays for it.”

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Mark Bellissimo, Dennis Dammerman and Roger Smith, founders of Wellington Equestrian Partners.

Founded by Mark and Katherine Bellissimo, Dennis and Marsha Dammerman, and Roger and Jennifer Smith, Wellington Equestrian Partners now includes 20 prominent equestrian families with strong ties to Wellington. The groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal has been to transform equestrian sport in Wellington from one stop on a national tour to an international hub of equestrian activity. December 2011 |wellington the magazine|

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Visionaries Behind Tomorrow’s Equestrian Industry By Lauren Miró

aking over an aging facility in need of repair, Wellington Equestrian Partners has spent the past four years rebuilding the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, dramatically extending the show season and permanently solidifying Wellington’s place among the world’s top equestrian destinations. Founded by Mark and Katherine Bellissimo, Dennis and Marsha Dammerman, and Roger and Jennifer Smith, Wellington Equestrian Partners now includes 20 prominent equestrian families with strong ties to Wellington. The group’s goal has been to transform equestrian sport in Wellington from one stop on a national tour to an international hub of equestrian activity. The Bellissimos, along with their four children, had been coming to Wellington since 2000. In 2004, they decided to make the move permanent. “We purchased one of the last horse farm properties in Grand Prix Village, only to find out days later that the Stadium Jumping lease of the showground, which was projected to expire in 2008, was potentially in default,” Mark Bellissimo recalled. At the time, the Winter Equestrian Festival was run by horse show pioneer Gene Mische, who propelled the festival to success in its early days. “Gene did an amazing job despite the fact that he didn’t have the resources or the support to take the facility to the next level,” Bellissimo said. “He was a

visionary. If it weren’t for Gene, the sport would not exist in this community. He got there with very little help.” But one of the key problems was that the facility was leased, not owned, and show organizers could not make desired improvements “The facility had seen very little improvements over the previous 10 years,” Bellissimo said. “While it was a big, well-known horse show, it was overcrowded. It had dangerous traffic circulation for people, horses and golf carts. The footing in the rings was poor. It was not friendly for exhibitors or spectators from a number of dimensions.” Another problem was a sense of detachment between the equestrians and the greater Wellington community, Bellissimo said. “In many ways, it operated oddly as both a temporary carnival and as a private club with a very exclusive internal focus,” he said. Due in part to a decline in spectators and sponsorships, Wellington risked losing its signature equestrian event. Bellissimo, not wanting to lose the show or Wellington’s unique equestrian lifestyle, worked to put a plan into action. “Our group would purchase the show grounds from Palm Beach Polo and the licenses from Stadium Jumping to ensure that the Winter Equestrian Festival would become a permanent fixture in Wellington,” he said.

Bellissimo, the largest shareholder and managing partner, formed Wellington Equestrian Partners with fellow Wellington horse enthusiasts Dammerman and Smith. Dammerman was Bellissimo’s neighbor at the time. Former chief financial officer for General Electric, he and his wife, Marsha, had been coming to Wellington since 1996. Meanwhile, Smith was a successful businessman who had been coming to Wellington since 2000 with his wife, Jennifer. The three founding families were brought together by their love of horses, as well as a passion for the unique community they lived in and a vision for its future. “Horses have been an important part of my life for almost 60 years,” Smith said. “Mark, Dennis and I were drawn together by a shared vision of making this the premier equestrian community in the world. We are well on our way.” The partners met and mapped out a vision for Wellington, Bellissimo said. “A vision that would transform Wellington from a town with a large horse show to a community with a vibrant equestrian industry,” he said, “that would include a world-class show grounds, enhanced lifestyle options and a far more family-friendly offering that would be integrated into the community.” The partners did this by purchasing the equestrian center and developing an |wellington the magazine| December 2011

“I truly love the uniqueness of this community. There isn’t anything like it in the world. We are just scraping the surface for the type of potential positive impact we can have on this community from both an economic and philanthropic perspective. While there have been some great successes, there is much work to do, yet we are confident that by working together, Wellington’s best days lie ahead.” Mark Bellissimo, Managing Partner

ambitious five-year plan for the facility, the festival and the equestrian community. Since its founding, Wellington Equestrian Partners has expanded to include 20 families who represent varied interests of equestrian sport in Wellington. “All of the partners have a family member that participates in the sport and are property owners and/or residents of Wellington,” Bellissimo said. “There are no outside investors, who typically have a shorter-term focus and are less likely to trade off returns for lifestyle.” Partners include Mark and Katherine Bellissimo, Roger and Jennifer Smith, Dennis and Marsha Dammerman, Robert and Lisa Lourie, Hunter and Jeannie Harrison, Craig and Francis Lindner, Andrew and Carlene Zeigler, Stuart and Susan Goldstein, Bruce

Duchossois, Jean and Toni Allen Goutal, Chas and Candace Phillips, Bill and Kelly Farish, Tim Hooker, Caroline Moran, Lee Kellogg Sandrian, Kimberly Van-Kampen Boyer, Carol and Ludwig Sollak, Dave Burton Sr., Ginny Burton, and David and Julie Burton, along with HEG Interests LLC and JBG Interests LLC. Duchossois, who has been coming to Wellington since 1979, joined the partnership because he was concerned about the future of equestrian sport in the community. “I lived through the growth of the event and the changes to community, and was very concerned about the state of affairs in 2007,” Duchossois said. “I love the sport and the community and wanted an opportunity to impact its future and give back. I believe our group has set the standard for the sport and has finally secured a permanent future in Wellington.”

Mark Bellissimo and Roger Smith speak with fellow partner Hunter Harrison. photo by bill barbosa/photo designs inc.

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“The transformation of the show grounds has far exceeded my expectations when we began this journey. Saturday Night Lights is pure excitement for horses, riders and spectators. The new dressage facilities at the old polo stadium grounds will bring more excitement and attract exhibitors and spectators that previously did not think of Wellington when the topic of world-class dressage was discussed.” Dennis Dammerman, Partner

To date, the partnership has invested more than $200 million in buying property, licenses and making capital improvements. The partners have acquired more than 500 acres of Wellington property, as well as 40 weeks of competitions licensed by the United States Equestrian Federation. “Our partners are dedicated to the same level of excellence in horse sport that they achieved in their businesses,” partner Lisa Lourie said. “We are proud to be associated with a group of people whose financial commitment, business acumen and vision have transformed the Wellington facility into one of the top international show grounds.” Of that investment, more than $30 million went to improve the facility, which was renamed the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, dropping its old designation, the Palm Beach Polo Equestrian Club. These

changes have made the Wellington facility on par with or better than other equestrian show facilities around the world. Partner Hunter Harrison, former CEO of Canadian National Railway, has been impressed by how vastly the place has improved in just four years. “We have come a long way in a very short period of time,” Harrison said. “Where there was once concern over the credibility of the venue and the viability of the event, it is now considered one of the premier venues and top events in the world. Strong investments and focus on the customer have created an environment where our next great challenge is managing the significant growth in interest in the Winter Equestrian Festival. It is a good problem to have.” All of this was done amid a severe

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economic downturn, Bellissimo noted. “It was a very gutsy move in, arguably, one of the worst economic climates in our nation’s history,” Bellissimo said. “While most people were retreating from investment, we were advancing aggressively. That is no easy task. Our partnership is an amazing group of people with tremendous resolve.” In addition to making improvements in the facility, the partners vowed to change the equestrian lifestyle from one of an elite, private country club to a community-oriented, family environment.

Wellington Equestrian Partners has expanded to include 20 families who represent varied interests of equestrian sport in Wellington. Among the partners are (clockwise from top left) Susan Goldstein, Robert and Lisa Lourie, Andy and Carlene Ziegler, and Gwen and Howard Dvorkin. photos courtesy wellington equestrian partners

To do this, the partners instituted Saturday Night Lights, an evening of exciting show jumping competition as well as live music and entertainment for families with children of all ages. “I have seen the impact of these

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Key Facts About Wellington Equestrian Partners • Wellington Equestrian Partners is made up of 20 Wellington families committed to keeping high-level equestrian sport in Wellington and engaging the local community. Mark Bellissimo is the managing partner and the largest shareholder. • All of the 20 partners have at least one family member active in the sport. The partners have more than 150 years of cumulative experience in Wellington, with a number of partners with over 30 years experience. • WEP has invested over $200 million, acquiring more than 500 acres of Wellington property as well as 40 weeks of competitions licensed by the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF). • The Winter Equestrian Festival at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center is the largest and longest-running equestrian competition in the world and gives away $6.5 million in prize money — more than any circuit in the world.

wonderful animals on our family, and I believe we can be instrumental in sharing that experience with others,” Bellissimo said. Perhaps the most important evening of the season is now the Great Charity Challenge, which annually gives away more than $1 million to local charities. The event features a team relay show jumping competition, with each charity cheering for its team. Dozens of charities compete for one of the spots, which guarantees them at least a $10,000 return. The partners have also expanded the range of equestrian sport in Wellington by planning the new Equestrian Village on the site of the old Palm Beach Polo stadium facility. The site will host the new Global Dressage Festival, bringing a new high level of competition to the community. “The transformation of the show grounds has far exceeded my expectations when we began this journey,” Dammerman said. “Saturday Night Lights is pure excitement for horses, riders and spectators. The new dressage facilities at the old polo stadium grounds will bring more excitement and attract exhibitors and spectators that previously did not think of Wellington when the topic of world-class dressage was discussed.” Bellissimo said that he and his wife had always felt the stadium property was special, as the birthplace of polo and equestrian life in Wellington. His goal is to make sure it remains a hub of the equestrian community.

• During the festival, more than 5,000 horses and 2,800 competitors come to Wellington from 49 states and 30 countries to compete.

Last January, Olympian Robert Dover approached the Wellington Equestrian Partners to work on bringing highlevel dressage to the area, and it was decided that the stadium property would be the perfect place for the sport.

• The FTI Consulting Great Charity Challenge, created by the Bellissimo family and supported by the Wellington Equestrian Partners and the greater equestrian community, has raised more than $1.5 million in the last two years in support of more than 50 Palm Beach County charities. In 2012, the goal is to give away $1.5 million.

Once finished, the facility will include a core show grounds, an accessible and affordable riding academy, a covered arena and a world-class resort hotel.

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(Above) PBSO Capt. Jay Hart in front of a mural welcoming residents to the new District 8 substation. Wellingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s police force recently moved into the old Wellington municipal complex on Greenbriar Blvd. (Right) Hart with one of the PBSO motorcycles used to patrol the community.

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Capt. Jay Hart: Wellington’s Top Cop Aims To Keep Community Safe Story by Lauren Miró Photos by Abner Pedraza

Capt. Jay Hart, commander of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office substation in Wellington, didn’t plan on a career in law enforcement. Born and raised in Danville, Ill., it was a trip to Fort Lauderdale to visit his brother that changed Hart’s life. “I never actually thought about being a cop,” he recalled. “My brother was a Fort Lauderdale cop, and I rode with him one night. I realized that there was a lot it could offer as a profession.” After graduating with his associate’s degree from Danville Area Community College, Hart, 47, moved to Florida and in 1987 applied for a job with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. He began his career as a deputy on road patrol.

During this time, Hart met the man he calls his mentor, Major Tony Araujo. “He’s the first person I ever sat in a patrol car with,” Hart said. “He just happens to be my boss now.” Hart said that much of his knowledge and experience came from Araujo, who Hart said taught him to be a good officer. “I’ve always looked up to him,” he said. “He’s wise beyond his years. Before I do anything, I think, ‘Is this something Tony would do?’ He taught me the right way to do things, and it must have worked.” One of the key strategies to being an effective officer, Hart said, is understanding human nature. “The

broader one’s understanding of the human personality is, the better cop we have,” he said. After spending several years on the road, Hart joined the mounted unit and was given extensive training with horses — something he says is useful now that he’s overseeing Wellington’s police force. “I never had any horse experience,” he said. “They teach you how to ride and how to use the horse as your partner. It was a really great experience.” Hart then returned to the road unit, where he was promoted to corporal and acted as a training officer for five years. His next assignment was with the organized crime unit, specializing in

“It opened my eyes,” Hart said. “Growing up in the Midwest, I didn’t see things that would spark my interest in being a police officer. It opened my eyes up to a completely different world — violence, crime, things I never imagined I would see that I was able to experience.” He was drawn to the profession because police officers are problemsolvers, and Hart wanted to feel like he could help others. “People call us because they have a problem,” he said. “Our job is to solve that problem. I wanted to be able to solve problems and leave them feeling satisfied and glad they called.”

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undercover money-laundering, racketeering, and the vice and narcotics division. He was later promoted to lieutenant and worked in Wellington (District 8) from 2005 until 2009, when he was assigned to command the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation. Hart was promoted to captain and took over the Wellington substation in June 2010. In his time as captain, Hart has helped Wellington curb crime as well as give the PBSO an identity in Wellington with its new substation building.

Capt. Jay Hart at his desk in the new Wellington substation.

“Someone above you has to recognize your leadership skills,” Hart said of the promotion. “They feel you have the ability to lead people, to get people to move forward and to steer the ship in the direction the agency wants to go.”

Hart said that as a leader, he encourages his deputies to be openminded and understanding, and to think outside the box to solve problems. “Deputies need to be able to connect the dots,” Hart said. “The different districts they’ve worked in and the more experience they’ve had helps them to connect the dots and keeps them from thinking so linear. It gives them a broader perspective with problem-solving.” Hart also wants his deputies to be understanding when dealing with people. “We’re not all built the same, we don’t all think the same and we have different experiences in life,” he said. Though Wellington has the lowest crime rate in the county, the job is not without its challenges. One of the greatest accomplishments of both the

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Village of Wellington and District 8 has been the success of the Safe Neighborhoods Initiative. In 2009, Wellington began the Safe Neighborhoods Initiative as a way to revitalize some of the area’s aging neighborhoods. Hart said the success is due to a collaborative effort. “Wellington played a huge role in the success of the program,” he said. “They have always put their money where their mouth is in creating the Safe Neighborhoods Initiative and poured their resources into it. Collectively, we’ve been able to make substantial changes.” An integral part of the program has been a community police presence. Hart said he encourages his deputies to be approachable, which helps earn the community’s trust and get invaluable help in solving problems. “The more approachable you are as a police officer, the more likely people are going to come to you,” he said. “We want them to go out, connect with the community, with the neighborhood and with the residents. You put something out, and you’ll get something back.” In November, the substation officially moved from the original Wellington Mall to its new home at Wellington’s old administrative offices on Greenbriar Blvd. Hart said that the change will give Wellington a true community police station and make it easier for deputies and the public. “I think Wellington will now feel they have their own police department with its own parking lot and its own building,” Hart said. “It’s a destination point where people can come if they need help. We couldn’t be happier to be here, and the village is such a great partner to work with.”

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(Right) Big Dog Ranch Rescue Board Member Lorrie Browne with Carole Browne at a recent benefit golf tournament. photo courtesy Cassie Kenski

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Big Dog Ranch Rescue Needs Your Help To Save Homeless Pups Story by Jessica Gregoire Photos by Susan Lerner

It’s all about the canines at Big Dog Ranch Rescue, a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing the many dogs that are in danger of being euthanized at animal shelters across the state. Now the group’s president, Lauree Simmons’ persistence to find a facility for rescued Weimaraners led her to Big Dog Ranch Rescue three years ago. Simmons was part of a Weimaraner rescue and adoption group and needed a facility to house the dogs. Simmons found one when she teamed up with Judi Stiff, who then ran Big Dog Ranch Rescue at a facility in the Rustic Lakes community. “We intended the facility be used for only rescuing Weimaraners,” Simmons said. “But Big Dog Ranch Rescue rescued all breeds.” They moved all the Weimaraners into the new facility, and decided to accept all breads. “We started getting calls from people asking us to take all kinds of dogs,” Simmons recalled. Around that time, Simmons recruited Vice President Megan Weinberger. “We had met through another committee, and she had talked about taking over the rescue,” Weinberger said. “Lauree knew that I had seven dogs and asked me if I would be interested in helping her.”

and anything that needs to be done. “I do everything. I even rescue dogs from kill centers, and I foster dogs,” she said. Just as things seemed to be getting better, the organization suffered a major setback — the loss of its Rustic Lakes facility. “We lost our facility due to a zoning change in May of this year,” Simmons said. “We had put up a big fight, but we weren’t able to keep that existing facility as a dog rescue.” But with help and support from the community, Big Dog Ranch Rescue was able to find a new home at the site of the defunct Folke Peterson Wildlife Center. “This land was formerly a wildlife reserve,” Board Member Lorrie Browne explained. “The people who ran it lost their funding and could not run it anymore, so they closed it down.” The 28-acre facility was left abandoned, until Simmons went to Palm Beach County and asked to take over the land as the new home of Big Dog Ranch Rescue. The first couple of months of moving in were hard work; everything had to be moved to the new facility, including the many dogs. The facility was also in need of extensive renovation, and needed to be transformed into a dog-friendly environment. “It was geared for wildlife, so we had a tremendous amount of work ahead of us,” Simmons said.

The mother of two small children, Weinberger wasn’t sure if she’d have the time. “I told her I would help her with whatever I could, and one thing led to another,” she said. “Then I started donating time and money, and now my whole family is involved.”

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“We needed lots of repair to air-conditioning and water systems,” Simmons said. “And it has just been a tough financial year for us.”

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Many of the dogs are kept with foster parents, who take care of the animals’ every need while they are waiting to be adopted. Last year, 750 dogs were adopted through Big Dog Ranch Rescue. “We are looking to top last year’s adoption number,” Browne said. “And with the holiday season coming up, these last couple of months are huge for adoptions.”

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Before Big Dog Ranch Rescue allows a dog to be adopted, the owner must be evaluated to see if the dog is a good fit for the person. “Families don’t really research the breeds to see if it’s a good fit. They like a dog because it’s attractive or for whatever reason,” Browne said. “We want to make sure that the dog is a good fit for them.” Volunteers are a major part of the success of Big Dog Ranch Rescue. More than 200 active volunteers do a variety of tasks, from administrative work to cleaning and watching the dogs. Big Dog Ranch Rescue believes in getting the community involved in volunteering at the facility. “We have Boy Scout troops coming out to help,” Weinberger said. “It’s more than just rescuing dogs and placing them into homes; it’s about getting the community together to help.”

The facility has a staff of 10 employees, including a full-time veterinarian and trainers. Big Dog Ranch Rescue also has kept a portion of the wildlife facility in operation. “We have baby turkeys, ducks, turtles and squirrels,” Simmons said, “and quite a few animals that are maintaining the wildlife portion of the facility.” From dog food to renovation work, the rescue needs assistance from the community in order to continue saving animals.

puppy pod for pregnant dogs will become a reality. “And we desperately need food grants because we are paying for all the food on our own right now,” Weinberger added. Big Bog Ranch Rescue is located in Acme Ranches, behind the Lowe’s at the intersection of State Road 7 and Southern Blvd. For more information, visit www.bdrr. org or call (561) 309-3311.

“We need help making a better setup for the dogs,” Weinberger said, “especially for pregnant mothers and their babies. We need to have them completely separate from any other animals.” Hopefully, with help from donors, the

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Wellington Chamber’s Equestrian Committee Dedicated To Promoting The Community’s Crown Jewel By Kendall Bierer

The horse industry in Wellington has not only proven to be an economic life jacket, but also a jewel in residents’ own back yards. Behind every great endeavor are those who lead it, and in this case, the Wellington Chamber of Commerce’s Equestrian Committee is doing everything possible to bridge the gap between chamber members and the equestrian community. Its goal is to lead, advocate and educate. Committee members have been working to increase the economic and social interaction among Wellington equestrians, Wellington businesses and Wellington residents. Their efforts are most visible through their coordination and promotion of Wellington equestrian events to increase economic benefits for the whole community. The committee is chaired by Victor Connor. He is dedicated to educating the community on the benefits that the equestrian industry offers. Connor

hopes to draw attention to the increase in property values that the industry provides. Last year, Connor took on the role as chairman of the chamber’s equestrian committee. His first step was to form a committee dedicated to each individual discipline represented in the Wellington community. “My first choice was to get Mason Phelps,” Connor said. “He has been wonderful at helping… with both his industry connections as well as his realization of the necessity for publicity. We charged up the committee. From that day forward, I think we’ve been much more active than the committee has been in the past.” Phelps took on the role of committee co-chair. “I think that Victor and I share a common interest in the correct

economic development of this community while also having a high regard for the protection of the Wellington Equestrian Preserve,” Phelps said. “I’m talking about traffic, street crossings and commercial development. Horses need space; they need places to ride and places to go. I think we are very interested, from the chamber’s point of view, in finding a balance between development and protection.” Committee members have been doing everything they can to lift the veil and make it known who they are and what is offered to the residents of Wellington. As a way of making their voices heard, members have begun an initiative to make their presence known through local events, e-mail blasts and an informational brochure. The most tangible of the three is the brochure, which details Wellington’s equestrian facilities, important dates

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Whether it is the United States Olympic Team, the World Cup, the Nation’s Cup or the selection trials for the United States Equestrian Federation, for all practical purposes, equestrian athletes have to come to Wellington. “What you see here is a gathering of Olympic-caliber riders and competitions. It would be considered a special event anywhere else, but to us it is an everyday event,” Connor said. “Think about that for just a moment. It’s amazing, you have a jewel in your own back yard!” “The jewel of Wellington was originally the Palm Beach Polo & Country Club, and the horse show grew as an addon,” Phelps added. “That was the beginning of it for all of us. We have gems in every discipline that make Wellington spectacular. Residents don’t realize that Wellington wouldn’t exist if we didn’t have these disciplines and competition facilities; we wouldn’t have the crème de la crème coming here without them.”

The Wellington Chamber of Commerce Equestrian Committee is co-chaired by Mason Phelps (above) and Victor Connor (below). photos courtesy phelps media group

The chamber’s equestrian committee continues to pursue its goal of maintaining visibility in the Wellington community for both equestrians and local residents. Their continued efforts will provide information to the public about the upcoming events, local venues and continuing their role in the community through leadership, advocacy and education.

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Dr. Diego Rubinowicz Treats Urology Issues In Men & Women Story and Photos by Jessica Gregoire

Dr. Diego Rubinowicz is a boardcertified urologist. His Urology Center of Palm Beach has offices in Loxahatchee on the campus of Palms West Hospital and on Military Trail at Abacoa in Jupiter. The field of medicine appealed to him because it combines his loves of science and people. “I was challenged by the scientific aspect of it,” Rubinowicz said, “and I like to interact with people.” A native of Argentina, Rubinowicz moved to the United States after high school and did his undergraduate studies at the State University of New York at Binghamton. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee in 1991 and did his residency at the University of Miami. Rubinowicz was influenced in his career choice by his physician father. “I grew up making house calls with him,” he recalled. “And that had an impact on me. So when it came down to figure out what I wanted to do, I chose medicine.” Rubinowicz decided to focus on the practice of urology because he wanted to specialize in one thing. “I wanted a surgical specialty that had a narrow field of expertise, so I could concentrate and know more about one system,” he said. In August 2004, Rubinowicz opened the Urology Center of Palm Beach on the Palms West Hospital campus. “I love this area, and I thought it would be a great place to raise a family,” he said.

Rubinowicz treats patients with conditions of the urinary tract. “We take care of anything that has to do with kidney stones, urinary tract infections and urinary incontinence,” he said, noting that while urology is often perceived as dominated by male patients, more than 30 percent of his patients are female. Rubinowicz does screenings for prostate cancer in men and bladder cancer in women, and deals with men’s infertility issues. “We focus on all issues related to men’s health,” he said, “because at a certain age, men have a lot of issues.” Aside from urinary problems, the practice treats sexual issues, erectile dysfunction and problems with testosterone levels. “We end up taking care of issues that affect a lot of men 50 and above, and sometimes 40 and above,” he said. Rubinowicz performs all types of procedures from minimally invasive preventive treatments done in the office to surgical procedures at the hospital. “We do microwave treatments here at the office to treat enlarged prostates that causes urinary problems in men,” he explained.

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all types of procedures involving kidney stones,” he said. “Now, we are able to take care of the stones without doing surgery, through an endoscopy by using a telescope and cameras.” Rubinowicz recommends that men over 50 have a yearly exam by a urologist. “There are some men who have a family history of prostate cancer that may need a yearly exam starting as early as age 40,” he noted. The Urology Center of Palm Beach staff includes a medical assistant, a receptionist and Office Manager Claudina Kandel, who is also Dr. Rubinowicz’s wife. Urology Center of Palm Beach is located at 12983 Southern Blvd., Suite 206, on the campus of Palms West Hospital. For more information, visit www.rubinowiczmd.com or call (561) 615-1234. Nurse Joyce Brandt, receptionist Marlene Guzman, Office Manager Claudina Kandel and Dr. Diego Rubinowicz.

Rubinowicz also focuses on the newest procedures in the area of low testosterone levels. “We use testosterone pellets that are placed under the skin, and it lasts for several months,” he said, “so men don’t have to take medication every day or have shots.” Rubinowicz is an expert on kidney stone disease. “I have been trained for |wellington the magazine| December 2011

wellington star Bestselling author Tami Hoag has been a regular in Wellington during the equestrian season since 1999. She has been a full-time resident since 2010. photo by Jan Cobb

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Author, Equestrian Tami Hoag Proud To Call Wellington Home By Matthew Auerbach

Intrigue. Mystery. Suspense. Romance. It’s all going on in Wellington’s equestrian community. But if you think this is an exposé of the local horsy lifestyle, think again. This is the story of locally based author and horsewoman Tami Hoag. If her name sounds familiar, that’s no surprise. Hoag has been a nearconstant presence on The New York Times bestsellers list since 1995, when her novel Night Sins joined such select company. (Made-for-TV movie fans will remember the 1997 small-screen version of the book starring Valerie Bertinelli and Harry Hamlin.) Hoag has written 33 novels. When she’s not writing, Hoag is riding. She has been training horses and competing in dressage here in Wellington for many years. Because of her successes on the page and in the saddle, she is this month’s Wellington Star. It all started with Black Pony. Nine-yearold Tami Hoag wrote and illustrated the story of two kids who share a pony named Smoky and became the toast of her third-grade class. Her future was already taking shape. “I grew up in rural Minnesota,” Hoag recalled. “I had ponies all through my youth. I grew up riding and showing horses. That’s when my lifelong love

affair with all things equestrian began.” As did her love of telling a good story. “I was always very determined to become a published author,” Hoag said. “I wrote as often as I could. As I got older, it became clear that one way to become a published writer was to answer a crucial question I consistently asked myself: What can I do that no one else is doing?” When Hoag finally completed her first manuscript, she showed it to a literary agent, whose response was a blessing in disguise. “The manuscript was turned down,” she said. “But I was told I was talented enough to get published sooner rather than later.” Which was exactly the case the next go-round. “I wrote The Trouble With J.J. in 1987,” Hoag said. “Bantam Books published it the next year.” Hoag’s writing career began in earnest. She became a part of Bantam’s Loveswept imprint, making her mark with numerous romantic comedy novels. “I wrote as many as four books a year,” she said. “It was an excellent way to learn my craft.” By 1990, however, Hoag was feeling the

constraints of the genre. “I wanted to stretch out,” she said. “I didn’t want to be pigeonholed as a one-trick pony, if you’ll pardon the expression. Luckily, my publishers allowed me to dabble in other genres.” Those other genres included romantic suspense and crime thrillers. Hoag finds great pleasure in the latter category, because reality is her greatest helper. “It always starts with the crime,” she said. “Many times, an actual case can kick-start the process. I could be watching the news or reading the paper, something will just click in my head, and I’m off on a new adventure.” While leaving oneself open for a visit from the muse is essential to the creative process, writer’s block is also a part of the game. How does Hoag deal with that most frightful of situations? The answer should come as no surprise. “Whenever I hit the wall creatively, I ride,” she said. “That clears my head like nothing else.” That riding has been going on in Wellington since 1999. Hoag lived a bicoastal life for many years, shuttling back and forth between Wellington and Los Angeles. She’s been a full-time resident of Wellington since 2010.

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wellington star Tami Hoag’s book Secrets to the Grave (left) spent time on the bestseller list when it was released. Now available in soft cover, it remains one of the nation’s topselling paperbacks. Her next novel, Down the Darkest Road (below), will be released on Dec. 27.

“I would come for the equestrian season, then go back to L.A.,” she said. “I finally realized living in Wellington would be better for me and my horses, so here I am.” Hoag rides dressage and trains Grand Prix horses. She loves being part of the equestrian community. “We’re like a big, crazy, dysfunctional family,” Hoag said. “It’s never hard to find a kindred horse spirit to talk with or maybe go out for a drink. I can’t say the same for Los Angeles. I also must mention the level and care of horses the community offers. In my experience, it is unsurpassed.” Hoag concentrates on writing during the off-season because during show season, riding is the top priority. “I board my two horses in Loxahatchee,” she said. “I spend two

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Hoag recognizes the intrinsic connection between writing and riding in her life. “It’s a balance I’m well aware of,” she said. “I couldn’t give up either of them.”

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“We’re on the verge of a huge explosion,” she said. “The equestrian community is growing and growing. There are new show facilities and more prize money being offered. It’s a very exciting time for dressage in particular and equestrian in general.” How does Tami Hoag feel about Wellington as a whole? “I like it here,” she said. “It’s home.” Hoag’s latest novel, Down the Darkest Road, will be released this month. For more information, visit www.tamihoag. com.

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This worldly Wellington home features modern amenities set in a unique estate featuring artifacts from across the globe. Located in the Palm Beach Polo community, the six-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom home has a beautiful waterfront view and offers luxury in more than 7,300 square feet. The property has a detached garage and two-bedroom guest home, with plenty of room for living and entertaining. On the back of the 1.25 acres is a custom gazebo used as a beautiful orchid house, which overlooks a large lake. What sets this home apart from others is the custom imported wood finishes, stonework and foreign artifacts blended with modern amenities like a touch light system.

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Stonewood Features Great Steaks And Seafood In A Comfortable Atmosphere Story by Lauren Miró Photos by Abner Pedraza and courtesy Stonewood Grill & Tavern

Stonewood Grill & Tavern has offered the best in upscale casual dining to the Wellington community for more than eight years and will be offering guests an updated experience as the company’s culinary vice president develops new dishes for the restaurant chain from the Wellington location. Known for its great selection of juicy steaks and fresh seafood, Stonewood was founded in 1999 and has since expanded to 16 locations within Florida. The company opened in 2003 in the Pointe at Wellington Green, where it has proven to be a popular eatery for locals and visitors alike. “We’re doing well,” General Manager Craig Conerly said. “But there are still a lot of people out there who really don’t know we’re here. We’re trying to get out into the

community, sponsor charity events and let people know we’re here.” Stonewood’s reputation for fine dining makes it a favorite. The restaurant has won numerous awards, including Best New Restaurant, Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence, Best Places to Dine, Culinary Excellence and Nation’s Restaurant News Hot Concepts. Things are set to get even better at Stonewood as the company prepares to update its menu, offering guests the same great dining experience with interesting new twists. Culinary Vice President Chuck Jaloski will be using the Wellington location as his research and development kitchen for seasonal specials and new menu items that will be offered at every location across the state.

Popular menu items include the Steak Oscar topped with crab and béarnaise sauce, served with asparagus (left) and the tender Asian-style ahi tuna (right).

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“He comes with a lot of experience,” Conerly said. “He’s going to utilize his talent to upgrade our menu and offer some nice new dishes.” Jaloski said he’s looking at the opportunity as a way to create new masterpieces that Stonewood guests will come to love. “We’re always looking for ways to enhance our guest experience,” he said. Combined with Conerly’s and Executive Chef Khaliah Morris’ more than 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry, Wellington customers will have a dining experience like no other. As always, Stonewood will be offering great food in a wellappointed environment. Conerly said that though the menu may change, the dining experience guests have come to expect will not.

At Stonewood, servers are trained to engage with guests, be friendly and give great service. (Inset) Wellington General Manager Craig Conerly, Stonewood Culinary Vice President Chuck Jaloski and Wellington Executive Chef Khaliah Morris.

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wellington table “It’s a warm and friendly atmosphere,” he said. “We want our servers to engage with guests, be friendly and give great service.” Stonewood offers a beautiful location, perfect for dates, celebrations or just a great meal out. The restaurant’s dark cherry wood booths set against the rustic stone on the walls look sharp under the intimate lighting. “It’s a great date place,” Conerly said. “It’s nice and warm and cozy.” But if you don’t have a date, Stonewood has your solution. The restaurant is a great gathering spot with happy hour daily from 4 to 7 p.m., offering selected wines by the glass at half-price. Then, every Wednesday, selected martinis are $6. “It’s a great meeting place,” Conerly said. “Wednesday is a real big night. We get a lot of people who come in to try our martinis and have a bite to eat.” The restaurant’s Tavern area features a dark cherry wood bar offering its own light bite menu along with an array of specialty martinis. “It has a real tavern feel,” Conerly said. “When you go in, it’s not so big that you get overlooked.” Stonewood is open for dinner Monday through Thursday from 4 to 10 p.m.,

Friday and Saturday from 4 to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 4 to 9 p.m. They accept reservations year-round.

dishes to suit someone’s dietary needs.”

From Dec. 12 through Dec. 24, the restaurant will offer lunch as part of its 12 Days of Christmas. Special for the holidays, guests get a bonus when they buy a gift card of $100 or more. They will receive a gift card of 20 percent of the total gift card purchase.

One of the most popular dishes on the menu is the bleu cheese chips. A must-try, it features homemade potato chips drizzled with a bleu cheese aioli, balsamic reduction and bleu cheese crumbles. The appetizer is delicious and guaranteed to top your list of favorites.

But the real draw is Stonewood’s great food. The restaurant offers a diverse menu with something for everyone. Topping the menu are steaks and seafood. “We feature a lot of steaks from filet mignon to New York strip,” Conerly said. “Then we also have fresh seafood with local options like grouper and mahi, as well as salmon and rainbow trout.”

Another great appetizer, the buffalo shrimp, is served unlike anywhere else. Rather than deep-fried, Stonewood’s version highlights the shrimp by serving it butterflied and lightly fried, then drizzled with buffalo sauce, house bleu cheese dressing and topped with bleu cheese crumbles. This highlights the fresh shrimp flavor while giving you that buffalo kick.

The hand-cut steaks and market-fresh seafood are all cooked over an oakburning grill, giving them a unique, delicious flavor you won’t get anywhere else. To boost the flavor, guests can pair their dinner with a selection from an innovative wine list with rare selections and pairings that taste great.

Of course, at Stonewood you have to try a steak. Though all of the options offer mouth-watering cuts, try it Oscar style, topped with asparagus and béarnaise sauce and served with crab. The option pairs the best of both steak and seafood.

Stonewood also offers great salads, pastas and even a gluten-free menu. “There’s something for everyone, really,” Jaloski said. “We can alter our

Stonewood Grill & Tavern is located at10120 W. Forest Hill Blvd. in the Pointe at Wellington Green. For more information, visit www.stonewoodgrill.com or call (561) 784-9796.

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wellington dining guide Agliolio Fresh Pasta & Wine Bar offers a fine dining experience at casual dining prices. Create your own “Pasta-Bility” with Agliolio’s fresh pastas and homemade sauces. Agliolio offers an extensive wine list. For more info., call (561) 798-7770 or visit Agliolio in the Wellington Plaza at 12793 W. Forest Hill Blvd. at the corner of Wellington Trace. Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant is located on Forest Hill Blvd. near the Mall at Wellington Green. Specializing in family-style Italian cuisine, Buca di Beppo is known for its large portions designed to serve several people. For more info., call (561) 7903287 or visit www.bucadibeppo.com. Campagnolo Italian Restaurant offers a taste of New York’s Little Italy in Wellington. In the Marketplace at Wycliffe at 4115 State Road 7, Campagnolo serves family-style Italian cuisine with huge portions meant to share. For more info., call (561) 434-9427. Centanni Italian Restaurant in Royal Palm Beach serves up delicious Italian dishes cooked to order. It is located at the corner of State Road 7 and Southern Blvd. Call (561) 792-7677 for info. Christy’s NY Cheesecake offers delicious baked goods that leave you wanting more. Christy’s is now open in its new, larger location at the Pointe at Wellington Green at 10160 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 110. Call (561) 795-3244 for more info. For a quick pick-me-up on the go, or a place to relax over a cup of coffee, visit Cofftea Café in the Courtyard Shops at the corner of Greenview Shores Blvd. and Wellington Trace. For info., call (561) 798-4050. Enjoy a delicious drink, a beautiful water view, fantastic music and authentic Mexican food all without packing your suitcase at El Toro Mexican Family Restaurant adjacent to the Royal Inn at the corner of Southern and Royal Palm Beach boulevards. Dine

in or enjoy the patio bar. For more info., call (561) 296-7102. For an authentic, upscale Italian experience, visit the new Franco Italian Bistro in the Pointe at Wellington Green. For more info., call (561) 615-1551. Drop by the Gypsy’s Horse Irish Pub & Restaurant and relax in a warm, traditional Irish setting complete with oak-barrel tables and a full bar with many types of beer flowing from the taps. Regular live entertainment is offered. The Gypsy’s Horse is located in the original Wellington Mall at 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd. Call (561) 333-3700 for more information. I’m Greek Today features a menu with a strong emphasis on one of the world’s healthiest diets — food that is simple and elegant, fresh, timeless and Mediterranean. Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine as well as wines from around the world. I’m Greek Today is located in Southern Palm Crossing at 11051 Southern Blvd. in Royal Palm Beach. For more information, call (561) 333-4233 or visit www.imgreektoday.com. Enjoy wonderful sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads and fruit at Jason’s Deli, located at 2605 State Road 7 near Whole Foods Market in Wellington. For info., call (561) 333-1263 or visit www.jasonsdeli.com. Joe’s American Bar & Grill, in the Mall at Wellington Green near the food court, is a favorite for a casual lunch, a family dinner or a gathering of friends. For more info., visit www.joesamerican.com or call (561) 798-7433. La Fogata Restaurant serves delicious Mexican cuisine. The restaurant, located in the Wellington Town Square at 11924 W. Forest Hill Blvd., features a tequila bar. Call (561) 422-1641 for more info. Oli’s Fashion Cuisine & Bar is open for breakfast,

lunch, dinner and drinks on Forest Hill Blvd. near the Mall at Wellington Green, offering all the quality and style of Palm Beach in the heart of Wellington. For more information, call (561) 792-2220 or visit www. olisrestaurant.com. Pangea Bistro in the Pointe at Wellington Green offers a taste of the best food from all around the world. Pangea is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday. For reservations, call (561) 7939394 or visit www.pangeabistro.net. The Players Club Restaurant & Bar (13410 South Shore Blvd., Wellington) features gourmet cuisine along with a popular piano bar, outside dining, two outside smoking bars, live entertainment and catered events. Call (561) 795-0080 for more info. 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. 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 pick up your order of signature wings, ribs, chicken and more. Tree’s also delivers mouthwatering menu items, and caters events and parties. Visit www.treeswingsand ribs.com or call (561) 791-1535 for more info. The White Horse Tavern serves up bold, hearty flavors from a convenient location adjacent to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. Located at 3401 Equestrian Club Road in Wellington, White Horse Tavern opens for dinner at 5 p.m. nightly. For more info., call (561) 333-1150.

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wellington calendar Friday, Dec. 2 • Wellington resident Vanilla Ice returns as the headline performer at the holiday-themed Wellington WinterFest on Friday, Dec. 2 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). For more info., call (561) 792-6525.

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Saturday, Dec. 3 • The Audubon Society of the Everglades will host a bird walk Saturday, Dec. 3 at 8 a.m. at Peaceful Waters Park in the southeast corner of Village Park (11700 Pierson Road, Wellington). Meet at the beginning of the boardwalk. For more info., call Linda Humphries at (561) 742-7791. • Visit the Wellington Green Market on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. • Story Time at Scott’s Place Playground (12190 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington) returns at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3 with stories about holidays around the world. Cambridge School Assistant Director Sara Purvis will serve as guest reader. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov. • The 24th Annual Boys & Girls Club of Wellington Dinner Dance, themed “Le Cirque,” will take place the evening of Saturday, Dec. 3 at the Wycliffe Golf & Country Club. For info., call Alonna Paugh at (561) 683-3287 or visit www.bgcpbc.org.

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Monday, Dec. 5 • The Palms West Chamber of Commerce will hold its Holiday Luncheon on Monday, Dec. 5 at 11:30 a.m. at the Breakers West Country Club (1550 Flagler Parkway). Call Mary Lou Bedford at (561) 790-6200 or e-mail marylou@palmswest.com for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will feature “Holiday Pop-up Cards” for ages 9 to 12 on Monday, Dec. 5 at 4 p.m. Pop in for tips on how to make cute holiday greeting cards. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. Tuesday, Dec. 6 • The Palm Beach County Commission will meet Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 9:30 a.m. at the government center’s Jane M. Thompson Memorial Chambers (301 N. Olive Ave., sixth floor, West Palm Beach). For more info., visit www.pbcgov.com. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will feature “Creative Crafts” for age 12 and up on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 6 p.m. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • Whole Foods Market (2635 State Road 7, Wellington) will host a “Caymus Wine Dinner” on Tuesday, Dec. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. featuring awardwinning wines from Caymus Vineyards, with a reception at 6 p.m. in the wine department and dinner at 6:30 p.m. in the lifestyle center. Call customer service at (561) 904-4000 to pre-register. Wednesday, Dec. 7 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Meet the Author: Alan Gerstel” for adults Wednesday, Dec. 7 at 2:30 p.m. On what would have been famous entertainer Louis Prima’s 101st birthday, his son, former Channel 12 anchor and author of Swing, will tell the story of his 30-year search for his birth father. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Safety Council of Palm Beach County will present a Basic Driver Improvement Course on Wednesday, Dec. 7 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Wellington High School (2101 Greenview Shores Blvd.). Visit www.safetycouncilpbc.org or call (561) 8458233 for more info. Thursday, Dec. 8 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Open Mic Night” for adults on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 6:30 p.m. Pick up a copy of the rules when you pre-register. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. Friday, Dec. 9 • The Wellington Seniors Club will host its annual holiday dinner and installation of officers and directors Friday, Dec. 9 at 6 p.m. at the Binks Forest Golf Club. There will be dinner, as well as music and entertainment provided by John DiLorenzo of On

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Saturday, Dec. 10 • Visit the Wellington Green Market on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a Classic Car Show on Saturday, Dec. 10 at 5 p.m., followed by a concert titled “A Journey Through Film Music” at 7:30 p.m. Bring your own seating. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. • The Marshall Foundation will host the sixth annual River of Grass Gala on Saturday, Dec. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach). The foundation will present the Champion of the Everglades awards. For more info., call (561) 233-9004 or visit www.artmarshall.com. Sunday, Dec. 11 • The 28th annual Western Communities Holiday Parade will take place Sunday, Dec. 11, along with the Holiday Fun Park at the Wellington Amphitheater and Holiday Mile Run/Walk. The Holiday Mile Run/Walk will start at 12:45 p.m. The parade begins at 1 p.m., starting at Wellington Trace, continuing down Forest Hill Blvd. and ending at the Wellington Amphitheater. For more info., visit www. palmswest.com. Monday, Dec. 12 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “What the Chelm! Tales” for adults Monday, Dec. 12 at 2:30 p.m. Marjorie Gottlieb Wolfe tells stories of Chelm, a mythical place where the residents are happy but considered foolish to the outside world. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. Tuesday, Dec. 13 • Audubon Society of the Everglades will host a beginners bird walk Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. at Peaceful Waters Park in the southeast corner of Village Park (11700 Pierson Road, Wellington). Meet at the beginning of the boardwalk. For more info., contact Linda Humphries at (561) 742-7791 or hlindaase@aol.com. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Simple Seasonal Origami” for age 8 and up Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Teen Advisory Group meeting for ages 12 to 17 on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington Village Council will meet Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. at the municipal complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 791-4000 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info. Wednesday, Dec. 14 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Checker Challenge” for age 6 and up Wednesday, Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Wellington’s Socrates Café” for adults Wednesday, Dec. 14 at 6:30 p.m. The Society for Philosophical Inquiry initiated the concept for this discussion led by Marji Chapman. Find out this month’s thought-provoking topic when you pre-register. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. Thursday, Dec. 15 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Introduction to Irish Dancing” for children on Thursday, Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. and at 6:45 p.m. for adults. Marie Marzi of the Aranmore Academy of Irish Dance will guide dancers through beginner steps based on traditional dance forms. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

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Saturday, Dec. 17 • Visit the Wellington Green Market on Saturday, Dec. 17 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.

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Monday, Dec. 19 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Legos” for age 8 and up Monday, Dec. 19 at 4 p.m. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will feature “Cleanup Story Time” for ages 4 to 9 on Monday, Dec. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Who knew cleaning could be so much fun? Parents or guardians are invited. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. Tuesday, Dec. 20 • The Palm Beach County Commission will meet Tuesday, Dec. 20 at 9:30 a.m. at the government center’s Jane M. Thompson Memorial Chambers (301 N. Olive Ave., sixth floor, West Palm Beach). For more info., visit www.pbcgov.com. Wednesday, Dec. 21 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Novel Destinations: Book Discussion Series” for adults Wednesday, Dec. 21 at 6:30 p.m. Sara Harris will lead a discussion of The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan. Sign up and check out the book. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. Saturday, Dec. 24 • Visit the Wellington Green Market on Saturday, Dec. 24 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. Monday, Dec. 26 • Good Earth Farm (2141 B Road, Loxahatchee Groves) will host “Winter Camp at the Farm” for ages 6 to 12 Monday through Friday, Dec. 26-30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the cost of $230. Only 20 children will be accepted. Call Nancy at (561) 792-2666 for reservations and more info.

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Thursday, Dec. 29 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will feature “Card Mania” for age 5 and up Thursday, Dec. 29 at 2 p.m. Deal yourself in for a variety of card games. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. Friday, Dec. 30 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “You Name It!” for ages 8 to 12 on Friday, Dec. 30 at 11 a.m. Research the meaning of your name, make a name craft and play a game. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The South Florida Science Museum (4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach) will host “New Year’s Nights at the Museum” on Friday, Dec. 30 from 6 to 10 p.m. For more info., call (561) 832-1988 or visit www.sfsm.org.

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Tuesday, Dec. 27 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “Winter Break Wonderland” for all ages Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 10:15 a.m. Try it for an hour or all morning long. It’s your choice: board games in the story time room, or puzzles and coloring in the youth services area. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will feature “Teen Game Night” for ages 12 to 17 on Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 6 p.m. Play Nintendo Wii and board games. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. Wednesday, Dec. 28 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will feature “School Sleuths: Art Auction” for ages 9 to 12 on Wednesday, Dec. 28 at 4 p.m. Can you figure out which are the fakes and foil the art thief? Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

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Yoga Fest At The Polo Club — Hundreds of people gathered for the first-ever Yoga Fest held Nov. 11-12 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington. Shown here is event organizer Keith Fox with guest speaker Leslie Glickman and Fox’s wife Kelly Brookbank.

Brunch & Browse — Women of the Western Communities presented “Brunch & Browse” on Sunday, Nov. 6 at the Madison Green Golf Club in Royal Palm Beach. Vendors were on hand selling jewelry, accessories, purses, kitchen spices and gifts. Shown here, Susan Luck applies hand cream to Michelle Marton and Danielle Colascione.

Fall Fling Art Show — The Wellington Art Society hosted its Fall Fling Fine Art & Fine Craft Show at the Wellington Amphitheater on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 12 and 13. Shown here is artist Andrea LambrakisSpirazza with Anne Giuliano.

Boys & Girls Club Golf — The Wellington Boys & Girls Club presented its 30th annual Wellington Golf Classic on Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Binks Forest Golf Club. Shown here are winners Gunny Gracey, Ed Koinig, Paul Koinig and Barry Haslup.

Veterans Day — The American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Wellington Post 390 hosted a Veterans Day parade and ceremony Friday, Nov. 11 at the Wellington Veterans Memorial on Forest Hill Blvd. Shown here are Pete and Anne Granata, Shirley and Jim Duncan, and Matt Lukasiewicz.

St. Rita Roundup — The Knights of Columbus Council 8419 and Council of Catholic Women at St. Rita Catholic Church held their Roundup Dinner Dance on Saturday, Oct. 29 in the parish hall. Shown here, Florence Warren makes Rob Sinclair turn in his guns.

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