Wellington The Magazine June 2017

WELLINGTON June 2017

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Features

DR. EVANGELINE AGUIRRE NAMED TEACHER OF THE YEAR Palm Beach Central High School’s Dr. Evangeline Aguirre got the surprise of her life recently when Palm Beach County School Superintendent Dr. Robert Avossa, Palm Beach County School Board Chairman Chuck Shaw and School Board Member Marcia Andrews showed up at her school to honor her as the county’s teacher of the year. By Julie Unger

TO PREP OR NOT TO PREP: SAT ADVICE FROM THE EXPERTS Preparing to take the SAT is crucial to most high school students. We reached out to Wellington-area experts, who shared their advice about how to get ready for the standardized test, speaking to Anita Kane at #1 Education Place, Mary Fisher at the Huntington Learning Center and Kristen Seery at Wellington Tutoring. By Jack Lowenstein

PICKING THE PERFECT PRIVATE SCHOOL FOR YOUR CHILD This issue includes a special focus on private schools. In this feature section, readers will learn the expertise that six area private schools have to offer: American Heritage School, Glades Day School, the Oxbridge Academy, Saint Andrews School, the Wellington Preparatory School and the Upper Echelon Academy. By Deborah Welky

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GARDY BLOEMERS FINDS THE PERFECT FIT IN WELLINGTON

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CHATTING WITH NANCI SMITH OF CONSIGN & DESIGN

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Gardy Bloemers, a competitive dressage rider and wealth management advisor for Merrill Lynch, recently wrapped up another successful season in Wellington and found the perfect balance between her professional career, riding and volunteer work. By Emma Miller

DISABILITY HASN’T STOPPED BOWLER HEATHER PAMPENA Almost every Saturday from July through November for the last 20 years, Heather Pampena practices and competes with the Wellington Strikers bowling team. Born with a chromosome disorder, it hasn’t stopped the 33-year-old left-hander. By Y.A. Teitelbaum

WELLINGTON SOCIAL SCENE Rain Doesn’t Dampen Spirits At Rotary’s Outrun Cerebral Palsy 5K Wellington Seniors Club Members Enjoy Spring Fling Dinner Dance Women’s Group Hosts Spring Fashion Show Brunch At Wanderers More Than 2,000 Visit Arden Development For Neighborhood Opening Perfect Smile Dentistry Hosts A Benefit For Families First Of PBC

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Nanci Smith of Consign & Design has had a lifetime of design experience. “My mother was an interior designer in Washington, D.C. Growing up, I pretty much trailed along with her to all the design stores,” Smith recalled. “That’s how it started.” By Julie Unger

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Wellington Home this month visits a lovely Palm Beach Polo estate featuring five bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths in an open, airy floor plan filled with natural light. An amazing kitchen and a beautiful pool are just some of the amenities. By Deborah Welky Los Agaves Mexican Restaurant in Royal Palm Beach is part of a family of authentic Mexican restaurants in Palm Beach County. The restaurant serves traditional cuisine in an authentic atmosphere designed to look like a Mexican cantina. By Julie Unger

WELLINGTON DESIGNER WELLINGTON SPORTS WELLINGTON REAL ESTATE WELLINGTON HEALTH WELLINGTON DINING GUIDE WELLINGTON CALENDAR AROUND WELLINGTON ON THE COVER Palm Beach County Teacher of the Year Dr. Evangeline Aguirre.

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THE SAT: TO PREP OR NOT TO PREP?

Preparing to take the SAT, that all-important college entrance exam, is crucial to most high school students. This month, we speak to several Wellington-area experts, who share their advice about how to get ready for the standardized test that can make a crucial difference in college acceptance rates.

Keeping with this theme, our annual education feature section in this issue visits with several area schools to learn more about what each has to offer Wellington students. The featured schools include the American Heritage School, Glades Day School, the Oxbridge Academy, Saint Andrews School, the Wellington Preparatory School and the Upper Echelon Academy.

We have all had that one teacher who made the difference in our lives. For many, Palm Beach Central High School teacher Dr. Evangeline Aguirre is one of those teachers. She recently got the surprise of her life when Palm Beach County School Superintendent Dr. Robert Avossa, Palm Beach County School Board Chairman Chuck Shaw and School Board Member Marcia Andrews showed up at her Wellington school to honor Aguirre as Palm Beach County’s teacher of the year. Read more about her unique dedication and all that has led to this moment, in this issue.

Also this month, Wellington The Magazine hears from dressage rider Gardy Bloemers, who has found the perfect fit in Wellington. With both of her horses competing in Small Tour, Bloemers, a competitive rider and wealth management advisor for Merrill Lynch, recently wrapped up another successful season in Wellington and found the perfect balance between her professional career, riding and volunteer work.

Wellington Table this month samples the signature dish El Patron at Los Agaves, which offers great food in an authentic Mexican atmosphere. Wellington Real Estate checks in with the Bowen Realty team of Jeff Browning and Larry Moffett, who specialize in residential real estate. Wellington Health visits with Patricia Cepeda-Russell of Multilingual Psychotherapy Centers Inc. (MPCI), who treats patients using their own culture and diversity. Wellington Designer catches up with Consign & Design’s Nanci Smith, who brings her lifetime of experience to each client. Wellington Home this month rings the bell at a lovely Palm Beach Polo estate featuring five bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths in an open, airy floor plan filled with natural light. And finally, Wellington Sports hits a strike catching up with bowling champion and rider Heather Pampena, who hasn’t let her disability stop her accomplishments.

As the school year draws to an end, all of us here at Wellington The Magazine congratulate our area’s Class of 2017 graduates and send well wishes to all the new students entering preschool this upcoming fall.

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Congratulations To All 2017 Graduates!

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Rain Doesn’t Dampen Spirits At Rotary’s Outrun Cerebral Palsy 5K

(Left) Kyle Smith (third place), Jeremy Cole (first place) and Roy Boulware (second place) after the 5K. (Right) Matthew MacIntosh and Justin Yan celebrate coming in first place in the event’s wheelchair division.

The Outrun Cerebral Palsy Wellington 5K Run & Wheelchair Race, presented by the Rotary Club of Wellington and United Cerebral Palsy of South Florida, took place Sunday, April 23 at the Wellington Amphitheater. Rain did not keep participants in wheelchairs and on foot from completing the 3.1-mile distance. Awards were handed out for different categories, and supporters and participants joined together at the amphitheater to celebrate after the race.

(Left to right) The wheelchair division begins the race; Rotary’s Larry Kemp with Pat Murphy of United Cerebral Palsy; Guy Romain and Michael Sayih get medals after finishing second overall in the wheelchair division; and Justin Yan finishes with Matthew MacIntosh, first in the wheelchair division.

(Left to right) Justin and Jay Hutton finished third in the wheelchair division; Jennifer, Cole and Adam Gottlieb; Yeni Correa Arevalo, Kerry Gruson and Debra McCoskey-Reisert; and first, second and third place female finishers Lynne Clibburn, Abigail Cuadrado and Susan Weisman.

(Left to right) Arianne MacAvinta, Brandon Seacrist and Jim Sayih; Councilman Michael Napoleone, Jeremey Cole (first place), Roy Boulware (second place) and Councilwoman Tanya Siskind; the Royal DJs provided entertainment; and the Special Compass Power Buddies Team.

(Left to right) Isaiah Alvarado crosses the finish line; Jay Hutton with Councilwoman Tanya Siskind; and wheelchair riders, their runners with supporters.

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Wellington Seniors Club Members Enjoy Spring Fling Dinner Dance

(Left to right) Event committee members Mary Alfalla, Mae Loglisci and Eileen Kuhnell; Wellington Seniors Club Social Chair Mary Alfalla and President Jerry Springer; Margaret and Bob Kruger dance; and Marge Bernier, Peg Caliendo, Helen Drabyk, Hilde Wanklyn, Jackie Spinelli and Jackie Anderson.

The Wellington Seniors Club held a Spring Fling Dinner Dance on Friday, April 28 at Mayacoo Lakes Golf & Country Club. There was good food, good conversation and plenty of dancing. The fresh floral centerpieces were given away as door prizes to one lucky winner at each table.

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Women’s Group Hosts Spring Fashion Show Brunch At Wanderers

(Left to right) Mo Foster and Sally Sevareid of Kool 105.5 served as masters of ceremony; Dressbarn style advisor Stacey Vascavage with models Kerriann Spratt, Marianne Hall, Stephanie Fullington, Cheryl Dunn Bychek, Jessica Wickham and Sky Armand; and Stephanie Fullington models one of the featured fashions.

The Women of the Western Communities presented its “Diamonds are Forever” Spring Brunch & Fashion Show on Sunday, May 7 at the Wanderers Club in Wellington.

KOOL 105.5 morning show hosts Mo Foster and Sally Sevareid served as masters of ceremony, while fashions were provided

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Hair and makeup was provided by Visions Hair Studio and Michael Angelo Salon.

Money raised will be used to support the Mary Rubloff YWCA Harmony House and scholarships for students.

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More Than 2,000 Visit Arden Development For Neighborhood Opening

(Left to right) John McAllister of Ryan Homes in front of one of the models; guests picked up health information at the Wellington Regional Medical Center table; and Andrew and Amy Burr pick up information on Arden.

Arden, a new residential community off Southern Blvd., opened its gates for its “First Neighborhood Opening” on Saturday, April 29.

More than 2,000 people attended and enjoyed tours of home models, animal encounters from Lion Country Safari, face painting, balloon animals, a corn maze, a bounce house, Home Depot craft projects, food from Chickfil-A, country music from 103.1 WIRK and more. Arden, being developed by Freehold Communities, will have 2,000 homes, along with recreation amenities and a working farm. For more info., visit www.ardenfl.com.

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Perfect Smile Dentistry Hosts A Benefit For Families First Of PBC

(Left to right) Families First CEO Julie Swindler and Dr. Rasmi Akel look on as Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig reads the proclamation; Debbie Kaplan of Nature’s Bouquet created a planter and donated it for the auction; and grand prize winner Andres Florez with Families First CEO Julie Swindler and Lisa Field.

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Palm Beach Central High School teacher Dr. Evangeline Aguirre got the surprise of her life recently when Palm Beach County School Superintendent Dr. Robert Avossa, Palm Beach County School Board Chairman Chuck Shaw and School Board Member Marcia Andrews showed up at her school to honor her as the county’s teacher of the year.

“I was shocked. I was totally shocked,” Aguirre said of the Tuesday, Feb. 28 surprise. “When my assistant principal got me from the classroom, she said I was attending an emergency meeting.”

Looking around, she thought, “This seems serious.”

And it was. She was receiving a serious recognition. Aguirre was chosen from more than 13,000 teachers in the Palm Beach County School District for the recognition and will represent the district in statewide competition.

Also on hand for the big surprise was PBCHS Principal Darren Edgecomb and Aguirre’s husband, Stan Crooks, as well as dozens of her students and faculty colleagues. Aguirre specializes in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and has been at Palm Beach Central for nine years.

“It was an overwhelming emotion, but more than anything else, it’s a humbling, humbling experience,” she said. “I’m the president of Palm Beach ESOL... I know a whole lot of ESOL

(Below) Superintendent Dr. Robert Avossa announces Dr. Evangeline Aguirre as teacher of the year.

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teachers, and teachers in different subject areas, who really are great, truly excellent, and they deliver to the best of their abilities every day in the classroom. For me to be chosen is truly an honor.”

Nevertheless, Aguirre is grateful that her efforts and dedication were recognized.

For Edgecomb, who nominated Aguirre, it was gratifying to see one of his teachers receive the coveted award.

“After observing for the last couple of years, I found her to be the ‘irreplaceable.’ She’s one of those teachers who, if she left, it would take years to find someone at her level of greatness,” Edgecomb said. “She’s a passionate educator, she loves teaching and she has a story to tell, being a person who migrated from the Philippines. She represents the American dream for those ELL (English Language Learners) or ESOL kids she educates. It’s the reading classes that she teaches, and I believe that reading drives everything here at the school. Having a school with literacy as the focus is extremely important, and she does this with kids who are acquiring the language.”

Aguirre previously received recognition as reading teacher of the year, and her portfolio made her a strong candidate for teacher of the year.

“When she was selected, I was just overjoyed. I felt that it was well-de-

The school hung a banner in the media center to recognize Dr. Evangeline Aguirre’s accomplishment.

served. She has such a humble spirit, and her focus is always on the kids,” Edgecomb said. “I felt that they got the choice right, and I felt very excited for her and her kids.”

There’s a strong sense of pride at the school for Aguirre’s accomplishments.

One touching display was evident when she returned to her classroom.

“When I got the award, and I went back to the classroom, my students were crying,” Aguirre recalled.

When she asked what was wrong, the following exchange occurred: Student: “It’s real.”

Aguirre: “What do you mean?”

Student: “The American dream is real. It could really happen. If you work hard, you could really get recognized.”

That student had seen failure most of her life, and Aguirre was the closest image of success that she had ever seen, Aguirre explained.

“To see your teacher get recognition and succeed in her career, it meant so much to her,” Aguirre said.

It is moments like that which show just how much of an inspiration Aguirre is for her students. She came to the

“I decided to teach for a year, and before I knew it, it was 25 years,” Dr. Evangeline Aguirre said. “I chose to stay in the profession because it’s something I really enjoy doing.

It’s a profession in which I found a real sense of purpose.”

United States from the Philippines on a teacher exchange program in 2004.

At the time, she was already an experienced teacher.

“I decided to teach for a year, and before I knew it, it was 25 years. I chose to stay in the profession because it’s something I really enjoy doing. It’s a profession in which I found a real sense of purpose,” Aguirre said. “It’s something through which I could make a difference in the lives of so many students every day. I am good at it. It is a skill that I do very well.”

She is also quite knowledgeable in the field. Aguirre holds a master’s degree in ESL (English as a Second Language), as well as a doctorate in instructional leadership.

She taught at Glades Central High School before moving to Palm Beach Central, where she teaches intensive

reading in grades nine through 12 and also has a 10th grade English class.

“When my students enter my classroom, they feel safe and know it’s a very encouraging environment,” Aguirre said. “They know that regardless of their level of proficiency in English, regardless of their background, they are treated the same, and they are most welcome.”

Having a welcoming and inclusive environment goes a long way in enticing students to do their best, thrive and meet expectations. After all, many of them are in the lowest percentage of proficiency in the school. It isn’t that they don’t understand; they’re being tested in English, when they might not even be proficient in their native language. They’re also expected to understand cultural clues for a culture that is new to them. wellington the magazine | june 2017

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“How are you going to deliver if you don’t speak the language?” she asked.

“That is the dilemma and that is the challenge that every ESOL student faces.”

Aguirre teaches through cultural integration with multifaceted instruction to help the students understand the language in a classroom where all accomplishments are recognized the same, be it recognizing the alphabet or passing a test.

“I do a whole lot of collaborative learning. I do individualized instruction,” she said, adjusting to the varied needs of the up-to 25 teens in her classroom.

At the end of the day, she reflects on how lessons went, if students responded to activities, and what worked or didn’t work in the classroom. She is able to see the transition where instruction becomes learning, and finds that incredibly fulfilling.

With this recognition, Aguirre hopes

Aguirre constantly pushes herself, investing in personal development. “I need to know more so I can deliver more. I don’t want my students to be stagnant in terms of learning, so I do not want to be stagnant as an educator myself. I do not demand anything of my students that I would not deliver myself,” she said. to share what she does in her classroom with other ESOL teachers in the school district with the support of Edgecomb.

“He trusts me that I know what I am doing, that I deliver every day in the classroom. He trusts my instruction, he trusts my decision and he trusts my perspective,” she said.

Aguirre constantly pushes herself, investing in local, national and international personal development.

“I need to know more so I can deliver more. I don’t want my students to be stagnant in terms of learning, so I do

not want to be stagnant as an educator myself. I do not demand anything of my students that I would not deliver myself,” she said. “If I demand excellence from my students, I should demonstrate the same thing.”

Her approach has worked. She learns from her students, and they learn from her.

“My students see themselves in me,” Aguirre said. “We tell the same story.

We have the same story. We have the same struggles, adapting to a new culture, leaving family behind.”

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By Jack Lowenstein

Preparing to take the SAT, that all-important college entrance exam, is crucial to most high school students. We reached out to Wellington-area experts, who shared their advice about how to get ready for the standardized test.

Located in the original Wellington Mall, #1 Education Place uses a personalized, one-on-one approach to prepare students for the SAT. Huntington Learning Center, located near Whole Foods Market on State Road 7, has been helping local high school students prepare for the standardized test since 2010. Finally, Kristen Seery of Wellington Tutoring has been working oneon-one with high school students since 2009.

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personalized approaches to SAT prep, but generally, each focuses on the individual student, to help clients meet the goals and the scores for the college or university they are hoping to attend after high school.

••• #1 Education Place (561-753-6563, www.1educationplace.com), an alternative education school, offers its students a personalized prep for the SAT, geared toward the individual. Anita Kane, cofounder and director of the high school

program, said they have transitioned from group classes to strictly individual test prep. She works on the verbal portion of the test.

“A lot of places do big classes,” Kane said. “We did in the past. We did classes of up to 20 students, and we found that wasn’t very effective.”

Many of the students who attend the school are athletes from the equestrian community, and not everyone has the same path after high school.

“We do private tutoring prep for in-

dividuals who are more serious about going to college because we’re more of a professional school,” Kane said. “A lot of our students are professional athletes. Not everybody is college bound here. So, it’s not as important for everybody to prep for the test.”

The PSAT preliminary test is an important aspect for establishing a starting point for students.

“Our students who are really looking at going to a university take the PSAT in 10th grade as well as in 11th grade,”

Kane said. “It gives them a little bit of a knowledge of the test and a little bit of an experience with the big test sitting.”

Kane said that the SAT is testing skills that students have been developing since they started grade school, but the understanding can be lost over time. It’s necessary to reinforce the skills that are there, but may not be as well understood as they can be.

“I think that is where test prep has moved toward, is kind of a review of really basic skills that are lost,” Kane said.

“It’s not to say that you as a student don’t naturally do that in your writing; it’s just that you don’t know why you’re doing it. So, if you get this one little sentence where you have to pick out the error in it, you might not be able to find it because you don’t know why it’s an error.”

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Huntington Learning Center’s Rachel Lawson and Mary Fisher of discuss SAT prep curriculum materials.

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tutors who come in after school hours and work individually with students who come to prepare for the SAT. Fisher also works individually with students on the math portion, and all of the tutors specialize, so there is never one tutor at her Huntington location that will cover the entire SAT prep.

“I recommend to my parents, if their [child] is in 10th grade, and they’ve completed Algebra 2, then they are certainly ready to start prepping, and we can get it out of the way early in their junior year,” Fisher said. “It really depends on the math, because the new SAT is loaded with Algebra 2.”

Fisher tells parents and students not to wait to get started on SAT prep.

“If you wait too long, and you’re under the crunch, then you’re making it harder or more difficult to concentrate on the SAT,” she said. “There is no question in my mind. I will 100 percent stand by this: the more the student wants it, and the more the student is willing to do the work to get the score, they’ll get the score.”

Fisher also focuses on the goals of each student, so test prep gets personalized from student to student.

“When the kids come in, we give them a practice test,” Fisher said. “If they want University of Florida scores, and they’re not close to it, then we kind of say, ‘OK, that’s your goal college, but let’s put another few colleges in there,’ and we work toward that goal.”

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require of high school students in order to give themselves a high likelihood of being accepted to the school of their choice.

“Focus on a school, and focus on its requirements,” Fisher said. “Part of those requirements is going to be SAT requirements, but if you know what they are going in, you have a better shot of getting them, because you have the time to do it.”

••• Kristen Seery, the founder of Wellington Tutoring (561-247-2810, www. wellingtontutoring.com), has been furthering her own higher education recently, but she continues to work oneon-one with high school students preparing for the SAT. “I think the key thing to remember is that you’re always preparing,” Seery said. “I hate to sound cliché, but in every math class that you’re going through in high school, you are preparing for the SAT. In every book that you read and every essay that you write, you are preparing for the SAT.” She recommends that students pay the few extra dollars to get the feedback from the PSAT. “Always order the score report, the detail, question and answer service,” Seery said. “You can immediately look at your weaknesses, and you can start targeting them to fill in the gaps. Serious prep, I would say, begins about four months out from your test date.”

Seery believes that everyone should have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Co-founder Anita Kane with David Anafi, head of the math department, at #1 Education Place.

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“The good thing about this information age that we live in is that there are endless resources available to you online free of charge that are excellent for SAT prep,” she said.

Seery looks at test prep as a long distance run versus a sprint.

“You break things up on a day-to-day basis to meet your goal,” she said. “You don’t wake up one day and go into a four-hour test cold, unless you want to not do well.”

She recommends that students seeking the best possible SAT score see a professional on an individual basis.

“The benefit of meeting with an expert in the field is that they’ve already done a lot of the research,” Seery said.

“You’re going to save yourself 100 hours in time because an expert is going to be able to direct you toward the appropriate resources in terms of books and worksheets to use… That’s going to give you the questions most similar to the ones you’re going to see on a test.”

Seery added that tutors can act as coaches, not just someone who is feeding you skills, but to provide empowerment.

“Everyone needs someone who believes in them,” Seery said. “Someone else has to believe in you first, and then you believe in yourself.”

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American Heritage School Offers Challenging Courses To Prepare Tomorrow’s Leaders

By Deborah Welky

The Boca/Delray campus of the American Heritage School was established in 1999 with a mission “to graduate students who are prepared in mind, body and spirit to meet the requirements of the colleges of their choice.”

To this end, the private school offers a challenging college preparatory curriculum, integrated technology, exceptional guidance, leadership opportunities, and superior programs in the arts and athletics.

“The students at American Heritage are uniquely prepared to be leaders of the 21st century who embody knowledge, integrity and compassion,” said Melanie Hoffman, public relations director for the school. “The energy felt throughout American Heritage’s college preparatory school is powered by the pursuit of knowledge, beginning in PK3 through grade 12.”

On the campus, every student uses

an iPad. In the Lower School, advanced courses are offered in all subjects, including the Stanford University math program for accelerated math students, and 15 electives are integrated into students’ daily schedules, Hoffman said.

In the Upper School, a selection of more than 200 different courses is offered, including 95 honors courses, 22 Advanced Placement courses and 60 fine arts courses. “Students can also explore career opportunities in pre-med and pre-law through a college-level preprofessional program,” Hoffman said.

“Classes are taught daily by practicing physicians, surgeons, attorneys and circuit court judges.”

The 40-acre American Heritage School Boca/Delray campus resembles a small college in size and design. Facilities include investigative science labs facilitated by doctoral research scientists, engineering and robotics labs, a mock courtroom, media centers, outdoor environmental classrooms, two black box theatres, a state-of-the-art fine arts building, an Olympic-sized pool, sports fields and quiet courtyard areas.

“We are proud of all our students and their abilities to excel, not only in academics, the arts and athletics, but also as compassionate and respectful leaders in their community,” American Heritage School Vice President Dr. Douglas Laurie said. “Our students feel at home here at American Heritage School, which gives them the confidence to set high goals for themselves and succeed.” wellington the magazine | june 2017

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One of the school’s many success stories is Jesse Fox, recalled Lisa LeFevre, high school principal at American Heritage.

“Jesse came to meet with me as a 10th grader shortly after I became high school principal with ideas of what could make the student experience here better,” LeFevre said. “He also let me know his dream was to go to the University of Pennsylvania, and he was already planning his college essay for them. Throughout high school at American Heritage, Jesse took advantage of many opportunities for leadership positions, community involvement, academic competitions and club activities. This, combined with his extremely rigorous course load, helped him achieve his dream, as he was accepted early decision into UPenn. To me, the greatest success is seeing our students achieve their goals.”

Rigorous course loads are common at American Heritage School, Hoffman said. However, the school also

encourages students to achieve balance in their lives. “Our students take extremely challenging course loads and are involved in the arts, athletics, clubs and community service activities,” she said. “With so much on their plates, it’s often hard for them to balance it all. We stress the teaching of time management and how to work smarter. We want to be sure, as they move into college, that

they are fully prepared to take on any and all challenges, so they can continue to reach their fullest potential. Our alumni always come back and tell us how they were more than prepared for their college courses and college life.”

The American Heritage School is located at 6200 Linton Blvd., just east of Jog Road, in Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 495-7272 or visit www.ahschool.com.

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By Deborah Welky

Glades Day School was founded in 1965 with a commitment to provide a safe family environment while inspiring all of its students to be leaders academically, athletically and spiritually.

The school offers Advanced Placement, honors and college preparatory courses, along with computer and technology programs, dual enrollment, Florida Virtual School courses, foreign language and fine arts programs, educational travel programs and an agriscience program.

Extracurricular activities include Academic Games; clubs such as drama, garden, math and robotics; journalism; student council; the yearbook committee; the National Future Farmers of America organization; the Spanish Honor Society, the National Honor Society and the National Junior Honor Society; and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Being a small, independent school located in the heart of the state’s largest agricultural area, Glades Day School strives to provide an affordable college preparatory education to its diverse student body.

“Our students come with many goals and aspirations, ranging from attending an Ivy League institution to earning certification from a trade school to pursuing a career in the agriculture industry,” explained Cindy Lamoureux, spokesperson for the school. “Glades Day School approaches this challenge through its employment of the best and brightest educators, who are dedicated, compassionate and committed to the students of our community.”

Every student is considered a success story at Glades Day School, Lamoureux said.

“Once graduates take their place in the world, they are able to pursue their dreams and goals in whichever career path they choose,” she said. “A great example is Markenson Pierre, a 2004 graduate who went on to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. He was a four-year letterman on the football team as a defensive back. He received his bachelor’s degree from West Point in 2009. After graduating, he was commissioned in the U.S. Army as a logistics officer and served as an ammunitions platoon leader in Fort Hood, Texas, for a year and a half before deploying to Iraq. Upon his return from Iraq, he returned to Fort Gordon in Augusta, Ga., and spent two years serving as company commander of an advanced individual wellington the magazine | june 2017

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training unit. After completing that command, he left the Army and began law school at the University of Alabama School of Law, where he is currently finishing his second of three years. His brother, currently a senior at Glades Day, plans to follow his brother’s lead to West Point.”

The school, often a family tradition, attracts a number of students from the Wellington area.

“As an outsider to the community, I was hesitant about sending my children to Glades Day School, where my wife had graduated 30 years earlier, being unsure about the education they would receive and the opportunities that would be afforded them,” said Matthew Roberts of Wellington.

They considered a number of other private schools before choosing Glades Day School.

“It wasn’t until I stopped by the school during lunch to drop off some books for my daughter that I realized we had made the right decision,” Roberts

said. “I witnessed first-hand the family environment that was unlike anything I had experienced. Because of the encouragement and direction my children received at Glades Day, they were all accepted to the university of their choice — the University of Florida. Our two oldest graduated from UF with honors and are currently attending law

school at the University of Florida and Emory University. Our youngest is also on track to graduate with honors and continue into grad school at the University of Florida.”

Glades Day School is located at 400 Gator Blvd. in Belle Glade. For more information, call (561) 996-6769 or visit www.gladesdayschool.com.

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The Oxbridge Academy Provides Students With A Challenging And Dynamic Education

By Deborah Welky

A coeducational private high school, the Oxbridge Academy was founded in 2011 by energy magnate and philanthropist William I. Koch to provide a challenging, dynamic education in and beyond the classroom in order to prepare students for a lifetime of success.

At the Oxbridge Academy, students learn through engagement in academic and community-based projects that speak to their talents and interests, sparking their curiosity and passion.

The Oxbridge Academy offers a college preparatory program that emphasizes depth of understanding and practice in the skills required for successful college performance. The school’s unique approach to learning highlights the discrete skills required for becoming an insightful reader of literature and history; a practitioner of the principles behind meaningful historical analysis, material and scientific

processes; and fluency as a speaker of a different language.

The Oxbridge Academy accomplishes these goals through extensive use of experiential learning and diverse opportunities for discovering one’s passions as a student. In addition to a strong academic curriculum, the school is proud of its culture of kindness and acceptance that helps all students feel welcome as a member of the Oxbridge family.

Terrell Seabrooks, president of the senior class, entered Oxbridge as a freshman and discovered his special talents through work with the Oxbridge

Academy’s nationally competitive debate team. He eventually emerged as the school’s premier competitor in Congressional Debate, winning multiple tournaments and finishing second in the nation. Seabrooks has excelled at lacrosse throughout his time at Oxbridge and, this year, earned the athlete of the year distinction in Palm Beach County.

He took advantage of the honors and honors seminar classes available at Oxbridge and was admitted to both Harvard and Princeton. He will matriculate at Princeton University this fall.

The Oxbridge Academy works hard to fill its faculty positions with top educators. The school constantly hires the best and most energetic teachers, pays them appropriately and works to be certain that the curriculum balances essential learning with elements of the new needs and interests of today’s stuwellington the magazine | june 2017

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The Oxbridge Academy offers a college preparatory program that emphasizes depth of understanding and practice in the skills required for successful college performance. dents. The faculty and administration consistently work to provide a rich tapestry of curriculum offerings, as well as a broad array of extracurricular offerings that excite students to take intellectual risks.

The Oxbridge Academy has successfully met these challenges since it was established and its leadership is confident that the school will continue to do so in the future.

“Oxbridge Academy is a school dedicated to offering opportunities: the opportunity to excel academically and

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Top-Rated Saint Andrew’s Offers Both Day School And Boarding School Options

By Deborah Welky

Saint Andrew’s School is a private, independent school founded in the Episcopal tradition. It opened in Boca Raton in 1962 as an all-boys boarding school with a mission to build a community of learners, provide excellence in education, and nurture each student in mind, body and spirit.

It now serves as a day school and boarding school for both boys and girls enrolled in pre-kindergarten through high school, offering both Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate classes.

“A great education celebrates each child, embraces the support of family, delivers outstanding programs, and fosters meaningful relationships between students and teachers,” said Dr. Carlos Barroso, director of marketing and communications at the school. “To achieve that ideal, a school begins with a solid and well-articulated mission.”

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school has developed one of the top college preparatory curriculum offerings in South Florida, Barroso said.

“The school’s philosophy is that children need a balanced approach to education, with arts, athletics, extracurricular offerings and experiences that build strong character,” he said. “The school is part of a global network of 180 schools in 40 countries on five continents that recognizes the responsibility of shaping the way the next generation of leaders understand, prepare for and respond to the world.”

Over the past five decades, Saint Andrew’s School has been providing an

outstanding education for day school and boarding school students from around the globe. In 2016, it placed fourth on review site Niche’s K-12 list of the best private high schools in Florida due to students’ high SAT/ACT scores, a 100 percent four-year matriculation rate, its 8:1 student-teacher ratio, and reviews given by both students and teachers. The site also considered students’ interest in top colleges, for which Saint Andrew’s received an A+.

Additional accolades came in this year when Newsweek magazine ran a story on International Baccalaureate programs in its Educational Insight section and included Saint Andrew’s School as among the best IB schools in the USA. “The IB takes a truly holistic approach to education using a professional ecosystem made up of schools, educators and students. The organizawellington the magazine | june 2017

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tion co-creates and co-develops curricula with IB educators and other experts around the world,” the magazine explained. “The professional development programs engage fellow teachers, who train other teachers across the world, as part of a highly effective system of constant learning, development and sharing of best practice.”

This gives IB teachers, such as those at Saint Andrew’s School, the tools and flexibility to do more than just teach a course — they ignite passion and curiosity by teaching in a way that is best suited for them and their students.

“Parents and educators recognize that the solutions of yesterday cannot solve the problems of today,” the Newsweek article continued. “The IB champions critical thinking and a flexibility for learning by crossing disciplinary, cultural and national boundaries.”

The IB program is one of several items that make the school stand out.

“Saint Andrew’s School is a very unique day and boarding school,” Bar-

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An ongoing goal at Saint Andrew’s School is to continue attracting top students. “We compete locally, regionally, nationally and internationally for the

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St. Andrew’s School is located at 3900 Jog Road in Boca Raton. For more information, call (561) 210-2000 or visit www.saintandrews.net.

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The Wellington Preparatory School Offers Students Strong Academics And Much More

By Deborah Welky

The Wellington Preparatory School is a private school serving children in pre-kindergarten through grade five. Located on Lake Worth Road, it is affiliated with and shares a campus with its sister preschool, Planet Kids at Wellington.

The facility opened in 2005 as a preschool only, but parents soon asked for a strong, academically focused private school to continue the academic success provided in the preschool.

As demand continued for a prep school alternative for the Planet Kids preschool graduates, the administration opened the Wellington Preparatory School in 2012, and the school grew rapidly to its current enrollment of approximately 400 students. The school’s mission is to provide accelerated academics, in small classes, with exceptional co-curricular classes.

The Wellington Preparatory School offers curriculum developed by Co-

lumbia University and the University of Chicago as the core of its academic offerings. It also has a robust science and robotics program, violin lessons twice a week, “Meet the Masters” art, Spanish, karate and physical education.

Each area of instruction has been researched and selected to provide the best in education. For instance, during the development of the school, the music curriculum specialist selected violin lessons due to the unique characteristics of the unfretted instrument. Students must learn the mechanics of playing the instrument as their ear must learn the sounds of each note.

“Meet the Masters” introduces stu-

dents to 10 master artists throughout the year with more and more detail about the artists and what makes them special. By the end of elementary school, students have a detailed understanding of 10 great artists and have emulated their work.

In addition, the Wellington Preparatory School provides classes after school that include art, French, chess, robotics and science. The school offers before care starting at 6:15 a.m. and after care from 3 to 6:15 p.m.

“Our small student classroom environment allows for our teachers to meet the needs of every student,” Principal Sandy Montoya said. “If a student has mastered a specific subject, we will enhance their assignments. We focus on each individual student’s academic achievement, along with their social and emotional development.” wellington the magazine | june 2017

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The Wellington Preparatory School strives to find the most qualified teachers available to enhance the school environment.

The pool of qualified applicants is smaller than at other schools, since the Wellington Preparatory School does not hire inexperienced teachers and requires faculty with experience in its curriculum. National searches are the norm.

“Our teachers have taught at some of the best schools in the country, and we have had to go out of state to find the perfect fit,” said Jeff Altschuler, the school’s founder and president.

The school is also looking to expand in the future. The Wellington Preparatory School sits on a five-acre campus and has four buildings, including a business office and caretaker’s residence.

The original expectation was that the elementary building would have enough capacity through fifth grade.

However, the private school grew faster

than anticipated, so a second campus will eventually be needed to meet the demand.

Students Emily Sarria and James Hamilton are typical of the accelerated academic environment at the Wellington Preparatory School, which prides itself on teaching a grade ahead at all levels. Sarria and Hamilton were spell-

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Upper Echelon Academy Provides Individualized Programs For Full-Time And Seasonal Students

By Deborah Welky

Upper Echelon Academy of Wellington provides individualized tutoring services and an accredited educational program for students year-round, with enrollment options for full-time and seasonal students.

The academy was established in 2013, bringing together a group of founders and educators who had been working with diverse groups of students in Wellington for nearly 20 years.

The school’s mission is to provide superior education in all subjects, enabling students to thrive scholastically.

The school strives to maximize each child’s capacity to excel academically and athletically, and the faculty works relentlessly to provide clients with a well-balanced, fulfilling and intellectual experience.

Upper Echelon Academy offers academic assistance for all grade levels.

The primary division specializes in pre-

paring students with the basics needed for literacy and mathematic competency, assisting students struggling with any educational concepts.

“For seasonal academics, we work one-on-one with students, and closely with trainers, around competitions, in order to meet the academic goals of every student,” said Clementine Goutal, one of three co-owners, together with Kate Bomgaars and Heather Amber.

“Our Upper Echelon Primary Academy offers developmentally appropriate group learning for students during the Winter Equestrian Festival in order to provide curriculum continuity.”

The school also specializes in test

preparation to ensure that students gain entrance into the colleges of their choice. “Many of our students come to us because they need support to excel academically,” Bomgaars said. “Students who are pursuing goals outside of the classroom, or students whose learning needs are not met within the confines of traditional education, thrive within the Upper Echelon Academy experience. One student, a talented figure skater, began working with Upper Echelon Academy in 2013. Our administrators were able to work with her school and create a curriculum program that allowed her to focus part of her day on her sport while excelling academically through the benefit of one-on-one instruction.”

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regularly meet new clients who are eager to focus on riding or another sport, or who have learning differences that create difficulty in a typical classroom setting.

“We work with the student’s school administration and teachers to develop the best possible curriculum for each student as an individual,” Bomgaars said. “This is an integral part of our job, as we are responsible for convincing these institutions to take that leap of faith and tailor an academic program to the needs of each student. Once the process is underway, and the teachers see how students thrive in one-on-one and small group settings, apprehensions are assuaged. It’s very rewarding to hear from principals, teachers and counselors that our clients experience dramatic academic gains during their time with Upper Echelon Academy.”

The founders of the school are all competitive equestrians who personally understand the unique needs of young riders who travel the show circuit.

“We pride ourselves on creating individualized schedules with the highest quality instruction,” Goutal said. “Our year-round program offers exceptional curriculum in each content area, including more than 20 college board Advanced Placement courses for our high school students. Upper Echelon Academy tailors educational plans to support and enrich the academic experience

for each individual. Our professional instruction, combined with the top curriculum available in each subject and individual education plans, guarantees academic excellence for every learner.”

Upper Echelon Academy is located in the Chancellor Corporate Center at 12008 South Shore Blvd. in Wellington. For more information, call (705) 241-6683 or visit www.upperechelonacademy.com.

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Dressage rider Gardy Bloemers schooling Crusedor. PHOTO BY ANNAN HEPNER

Dressage Rider Gardy Bloemers Finds The Perfect Fit In Wellington

By Emma Miller

With both of her horses competing in Small Tour, Gardy Bloemers, a competitive dressage rider and wealth management advisor for Merrill Lynch, recently wrapped up another successful season in Wellington and found the perfect balance between her professional career, riding and volunteer work.

Originally from The Netherlands, Bloemers started her career at a young age, riding ponies and trail riding on her family farm. Throughout college and her early professional career, which involved significant international travel, Bloemers had the opportunity to ride on a diverse range of horses until she settled in the United States and purchased a horse of her own.

That path led her to the sport of dressage, a passion that still holds her in its grasp years later, not only through her personal endeavors, but in her lead-

ership roles in several dressage organizations. “Dressage becomes addictive because you can always improve,” Bloemers explained. “There is so much to achieve, and for people who tend to have Type A personalities, it’s the perfect kind of sport. It’s really fun, and I love the competitive aspects associated with showing.”

Experiencing Wellington’s one-of-akind winter equestrian environment for the first time in 2014, Bloemers became enthralled with the area and quickly saw what a great fit it would be for her

professional and personal lifestyle. “I realized that Wellington is a perfect environment to enable me to excel in dressage and my business,” Bloemers said. “I found a groove, so I decided to increase my stay each year in Wellington to get the most out of the experience.”

During the winter season, Bloemers rises bright and early to drive to Blue Marlin Stables, located in the Little Ranches community, to ride her two horses, Crusedor and Chios KK, before her work schedule begins for the day.

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(Left) Gardy Bloemers on Crusedor with her trainer, George Williams. (Right) Bloemers aboard her mount Chios KK. PHOTOS BY ANNAN HEPNER

“George, together with his team at Williams Dressage, provide a great support infrastructure with high-quality grooms and care, which enables me to balance my riding with my career,” Bloemers said. “After my lessons, I normally go to work either out of my home or out of our Palm Beach office. Of course, I do travel back and forth between Charlottesville, Va., and Wellington regularly during the season, and

will flip my riding schedule to accommodate morning meetings and calls.

We all need to be flexible to make this work, and I am grateful to everyone who supports me in the pursuit of this passion.”

As a wealth management advisor for Merrill Lynch, Bloemers is part of a growing team that provides wealth management resources to individuals and families in the southeast region of

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to see and compete against riders at the highest level. I believe this competitive edge, honed in the dressage ring, has spilled over into my own professional life. With careful planning, I am able to fit this all into my life, including making the time to actively support causes important to me both in Wellington and Virginia.”

Her philanthropic efforts are seen in Wellington through her contributions to the dressage foundation’s events throughout the community and American Equestrians Got Talent, a talent search event held during the winter equestrian season that raises money for high-performance programs in the United States. This year she also co-hosted a get-together for the Virginia Horse Center Foundation’s advisory board and board, of which she is a member of the executive committee. In

addition, she was a sponsor of this year’s USDF’s Trainer’s Conference at High Meadow Farm in Loxahatchee.

In March, US Equestrian announced a new national committee to aid in overseeing and supporting the development of the sport of dressage, and Bloemers is proud to be on the committee. It is responsible for the sport’s development, organization, rules, licensing changes and handling any issues that may arise.

The new US Equestrian Dressage Sport Committee consists of five US Equestrian and five USDF appointments, many of whom are based in Wellington during the winter, along with athletes Chris Hickey, Katherine Bateson-Chandler and Pierre St. Jacques.

“Even though the season is over, my husband and I cannot wait to return in the fall,” Bloemers said. “Wellington is wonderfully addictive.”

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Consign & Design’s Nanci Smith Brings A Lifetime Of Experience

By Julie Unger

Nanci Smith of Consign & Design has had a lifetime of design experience. “My mother was an interior designer in Washington, D.C. Growing up, I pretty much trailed along with her to all the design stores. I just always did it for friends, and then I wanted to do it for a career,” Smith recalled. “That’s how it started.”

As an adult, Smith worked in department stores for 25 years. She saw them combining and decided that it was time to begin her own business.

“In 2001, I opened a small store, 3,900 square feet. Now its 2017, and I have one store in Wellington that’s almost 8,000 square feet, and a store in Palm Beach Gardens that’s 8,200 square feet,” she said.

When Smith started out in 2001, there weren’t many furniture stores nearby. A drive to West Palm Beach was necessary. There are now chain furniture stores nearby, but Consign & Design has established its own niche.

Smith’s store has everything needed to outfit a home. She has a complete wallpaper and fabric room, a team of painters, a license with a cabinet company, and is able to remodel kitchens.

“We can do anything from a remodel to a room arrange,” she said.

Smith attended Kent State University in Ohio and studied graphic design and marketing, which helped her create her vision.

Approximately 80 percent of her clients are local, and about 40 percent are equestrians. As Consign & Design became more popular, clients would ask Smith, and designer Cheryl Rappolt, to

look at their homes and help pick their paint colors and other design options.

Offering interior decorating services was a natural evolution.

“The first thing is to sit down with a customer,” Smith said. “Find out what they’re looking for. Are they looking for a change in design? Are they’re looking for something completely different than what they have up north? Do they just want a couple of rooms arranged and adjusted? Is it a small project or a large project, and what is my time frame?”

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Nanci Smith’s Consign & Design receives a new shipment of product every week. The store has everything needed to outfit a home.

works from there. The insight she gains from the design boards helps her with designing the next room.

An ideal project, she said, is when the customer knows what they want and is willing to let the decorator take the lead. “If you hire a decorator, you should let the decorator go as much as possible,” Smith said.

Every week, Consign & Design receives a new shipment of product. Approximately 80 percent of the store’s goods are consignment, with 20 percent new. Smith focuses on gift-type items during the equestrian season and

visits Atlanta annually for more items.

At Design & Consign, the approach to a project is not aggressive.

“It always starts with putting a design board together that the clients are going to be happy with,” Smith said. “We work really easy with the customer.

We’re right around the corner. We can be at your house at a moment’s notice.

We can bring the wallpaper and fabrics to you. You can come to us. We do anything from color consultations only to full room designs and full remodeling.

It’s just a matter of how big your idea is.”

Smith enjoys installing a project

without the client, so the end result, along with any extra touches that are added, is a surprise. It’s all about seeing the reaction for Smith.

Once she was working with a lawyer, redesigning his office. He warned her that he wasn’t easily impressed.

“He walked in, literally had his hands over his head and was jumping up and down calling his girlfriend about how beautiful it was,” she recalled.

Since then, she has worked on multiple offices and homes for that client.

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“We’re always willing to work with the client to make sure they’re happy with their home,” she said. “If there’s anything they’re not happy with, we’re right around the corner and can switch it up.”

In her spare time, Smith has a passion for working with, and for, dogs.

She and her company work with various groups, including Big Dog Ranch Rescue and Danny & Ron’s Rescue to help animals in need.

Smith has two dogs, including one that was adopted from Afghanistan.

Smith saw an article about an animal rescue in that war-torn country with a picture of Bethanny, an Anatolian shepherd, who is now four years old.

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Disability Hasn’t Stopped Accomplished Bowler And Rider Heather Pampena

By Y.A. Teitelbaum

Almost every Saturday morning from July through November for the last 20 years or so, Heather Pampena patiently practices and competes with the Wellington Strikers bowling team. Pampena was born with a chromosome disorder, but that hasn’t stopped the 33-year-old left-hander.

“She is a courteous athlete, always ready for her turn, and very helpful to the other bowlers, keeping them focused and advising them when it’s their turn,” Strikers coach Ed Conforti said.

Throughout her career, Pampena has won first-place blue ribbons at the Palm Beach County and Special Olympics area games held in Broward County. Several years ago, Pampena had the honor of representing Palm Beach County at the Special Olympics Florida State Games. Her current goal is to participate in the games held in Orlando in December.

“We have athletes with various skill levels, some use ramps, and Heather is always there to help them set up,” Conforti said. “She bowls totally unassisted.

She is a delight to watch, and you can’t beat the feeling when she lets it roll and the pins all happen to topple over.”

Though she continues to be an active bowler, Pampena is already a member of the team’s unofficial hall of fame, according to Conforti.

“Bowling is a fun sport; athletes develop social behavior and respect. They care for equipment, know how to be prepared, learn to take turns and learn bowling etiquette,” said Conforti, who admires that Pampena always cheers and supports her teammates during

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the highs and lows of the game.

Using a purple bowling ball, Pampena has amassed a large box of medals.

“Physically, it is so good for her,” said her mother, Gloria.

Pampena also excels at other sports, particularly horseback riding.

Ruth Menor, founder of the Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center, began working with Pampena back when the nonprofit was located in a small field in Lake Worth. Pampena followed Menor to the current 15-acre facility in Loxahatchee Groves, which now boasts a large covered arena and 24-stall barn that serves people of all ages with physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities.

“Heather loves the competition, but I think that she loves the experience of being on a team as much or more than being a competitor,” Menor said. “She is always there to cheer on her teammates.”

After a recent lesson, Pampena made sure she said thank you to the volunteers who helped her that day, as well as her horse. “She loves the horses, loves being around the horses,” said her mother.

“She rides once a week, but she would ride more if she could. If she could be out here all the time she would. I like the confidence that it gives her.”

Pampena was the 2013 Rider of the Year at Vinceremos, and she has won gold medals in several major competitions, including at the Special Olympics.

“She has to work really hard because sometimes she becomes anxious, especially in competition,” Menor said. “We are so proud of her accomplishments, but more proud that she has become a compassionate, caring adult that helps others with disabilities.”

Pampena is a morning person and works three days a week at Royal Palm Beach Elementary School.

“Heather has grown up to be able to volunteer at a school helping with other children with special needs,” Menor said. “She loves the riding and the horses, but most of all she loves sharing the experience with her horse, the volunteers, coaches as well as the other team members.”

Pampena also attends a weekly book club and a weekly dance club. She used to participate in a cycling club, but that conflicted with her riding. When her schedule allows, Pampena is on the sidelines cheering on her friends while they cycle.

“She’s very busy, and she loves to be with her friends,” her mother said.

“She’s dedicated, loyal and devoted.

And she likes to win.”

Pampena, who has two brothers and two sisters, grew up in Wellington and attended Wellington Landings Middle School and Wellington High School.

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Jeff Browning And Larry Moffett Of Bowen Realty Specialize In Residential Real Estate Story by Matthew Auerbach • Photo by Abner Pedraza

Jeff Browning and Larry Moffett of Bowen Realty could not have had more different beginnings.

Browning grew up in a coal mining area of West Virginia, while Moffett is a Miami native.

A graduate of the West Virginia Institute of Technology, Browning started out working on large-scale construction projects in the nuclear power industry, eventually becoming licensed as a general contractor. Moffett earned his degree in secondary education and became a teacher at Berean Christian School in West Palm Beach.

Today, they’re working as a team at Bowen Realty. What binds them together is simple: they share the same views when it comes to how business should be conducted.

“My wife and I met Larry and his wife, Cherilyn, at church years ago and quickly realized that we have the same morals and set of ethics,” Browning recalled. “We place a high priority on decency and honesty in our business dealings, as well as our personal lives. In an era where perhaps those values are becoming increasingly more difficult to find, we will not waiver. We feel if you do what’s right to the best of your ability, then it’s a win-win for everyone.”

Both men make sure to provide a transaction process that is as painless as possible.

“At Bowen Realty, we offer a family-oriented atmosphere to our agents and customers,” Moffett said. “We try to take off the pressure of buying and selling a home by being involved in every detail of the transaction. We want to make the experience an enjoyable journey, not a dreaded, stress-filled task.”

Browning and Moffett specialize in residential real estate. Both men see it as a way to provide a service to their customers and a chance to help their neighbors.

“I enjoy the relationship with people who are trying to make one of the most important decisions of their lives,” Browning said. “The choice of a dwelling in which to raise a family and create a sanctuary is a personal, exhilarating (though sometimes anguishing) choice, and I believe my individual and professional experience in real estate and construction comes across as an advantage for those looking to purchase a home. Likewise, as an agent for a seller and having the background of building homes in this area, I have a unique knowledge and ability to help a seller create a more appealing, saleable home via minor upgrades or improvements.”

Moffett also enjoys working in residential real estate.

Jeff Browning (left) and Larry Moffett (right) of Bowen Realty.

“Being in residential real estate allows me the opportunity to help a young married couple who are ready to start a family to find their slice of paradise in the area,” he said.

“It also allows me to help those who are transitioning from the workforce to retirement to find a community that will offer things they are interested in.”

Both enjoy their relationship with Bowen Realty.

“Bowen Realty is a totally independent agency, giving agents the ability and authority to make decisions quickly for the best interests of their customers,” Browning said. “Our agents also have a great support system with all of our managers having many years of experience listing and selling real estate. There are many advantages to this organization for both clients and agents.”

Moffett and Browning use those advantages to help their clients.

“Remember, no two real estate transactions are ever the same,” Moffett said. “There will always be a speed bump along the way, and you need an agent who will be there to guide you through the process. That is the experience we provide at Bowen Realty.”

Jeff Browning is based out of the Bowen Realty office at 12769 W. Forest Hill Blvd. To contact him, call (561) 719-2332. Larry Moffett is based out of the Bowen Realty office at 1168 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. To contact him, call (561) 889-9010. wellington the magazine | june 2017

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Patricia Cepeda-Russell Of MPCI Treats Patients Using Their Own Culture And Diversity Story by Deborah Welky • Photo by Abner Pedraza

Mental health counselor Patricia Cepeda-Russell has been a child advocate for more than 20 years, working in case management, placement and as a therapist. She most recently turned her talents to Multilingual Psychotherapy Centers Inc. (MPCI) as a mental health practitioner serving the western communities of Palm Beach County.

Cepeda-Russell’s specialty is Therapeutic Behavioral On Site (TBOS) for Spanish speakers, which means she works to help change unwanted behaviors, such as oppositional defiance, adjustment disorder or other mal-adaptive behaviors that impede family harmony or success in school.

“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which is based on the idea that your thoughts influence your feelings, which then influence your actions,” Cepeda-Russell explained. “A popular example is, ‘I think, I feel, I do.’ I also utilize play therapy to build rapport and trust with children, as well as a way of gleaning pertinent information about their feelings.

What makes MPCI special is our diversity and ability to bring therapy to people in their own language and with consideration to their culture.”

Cepeda-Russell sees weekly changes in clients who are frustrated with their lack of language skills, who are now learning to express their feelings.

“I have teens who are changing their negative coping mechanisms due to sexual abuse, to positive ones,” she said. “I have families that are learning new parenting techniques that are helping their kids adjust to major life changes.”

Cepeda-Russell’s personal life experiences give her an edge when it comes to helping Spanish-speaking clients.

“I am first-generation American, and English is my second language,” she said. “I can understand the challenges and frustrations that my young clients are feeling, because I have been there. I am also a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and know first-hand what that looks like to a teenaged girl.”

Cepeda-Russell has turned her own negative experiences into a positive, not only for her clients, but for herself. “I get the privilege of modeling assimilation, positive coping skills and hope to my clients,” she explained.

She often uses a particular source, a helpful book titled From Obstacles to Opportunities, which was published in 2013

by WestBow Press and just happens to have been written by Cepeda-Russell herself. It can be found on Amazon in both paperback and Kindle format.

Multilingual Psychotherapy Centers Inc. is a community

mental health/behavioral health agency that serves children, adolescent, adults and their families in Palm Beach County.

Established in 1997, its mission is to improve the lives of children and families through their diversity while considering their cultural background, speaking their own language and providing the mental health services they need.

MPCI works through its office, as well as on site in homes, shelters and schools — wherever the need arises — to alleviate emotional, behavioral and mental difficulties, improve their clients’ quality of life, and prevent the need for a more restrictive placement. Together with psychotherapy, MPCI provides case management services, psychological services and psychiatric services.

Multilingual Psychotherapy Centers Inc. is located at 1639 Forum Place in West Palm Beach. For more information, call (561) 712-8821 or visit www.mpcipbc.com. wellington the magazine | june 2017

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Entryway: Make a grand entrance into this foyer, then step down into the formal living room and dining area. French doors just inside the front door lead to a convenient home office, which also serves as a fifth bedroom with a full bath and closet.

Family Room: Off-camera, the kitchen opens into this breakfast area and comfortable family room. The space features wonderful views of the outdoors through angled clerestory windows and glass doors across the whole back of the house.

Living Room: A wood-burning fireplace and plenty of natural light ensures that this living room lives up to its name.

The homeowners and guests alike will find it to be a convenient and comfortable place to gather.

Kitchen: High-end Wolf appliances are the stars of this kitchen, which also features granite countertops, double wall ovens, and a huge cook’s island with sink and stovetop. There’s plenty of storage in the kitchen, including ample cabinetry and a pantry. The open plan lets the cook look out into the family room.

Dining Room: This dining room is easily decked out for formal holiday gatherings.

The open floor plan allows the hosts to include everyone in the party, whether they’re indoors or out. Vaulted sloped ceilings, triple French doors opening to the patio and a fireplace with plenty of vertical space give this great room its pop of pizzazz.

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Bright And Airy Palm Beach Polo Home Features A Spacious, Contemporary Vibe Story by Deborah Welky

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This bright and airy five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bath home is located in the Oak Tree Estates section of the Palm Beach Polo neighborhood. The single-story, ranch-style home has a spacious, contemporary vibe with nearly 5,000 square feet of interior space, its own pool and a two-car garage with extra space for storage. A whole house generator keeps things running smoothly no matter the weather. Palm Beach Polo features a manned security gate with amenities that include two golf courses, a clubhouse with an exercise room and pool, sidewalks, street lights and miles of winding paths perfect for running or biking.

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Master Bath: This master bath features the same marble flooring that extends throughout the home. A custom-made, oversized two-person Jacuzzi tub is one option, while the separate walk-in shower is another. The marble countertops extend off-camera to include two sinks and recessed lighting that keeps everything light and bright.

Guest Bedrooms: A split bedroom plan assures privacy in the master bedroom, while each of the four generously sized guest bedrooms has its own bathroom and ceiling fan.

There is also a powder room off the living room. The guest rooms also feature toe-friendly carpet and walk-in closets, while the master bedroom has dual closets and a dressing area, as well as its large bath. A central vacuum system makes it easy to keep everything dust-free.

Pool Deck: The freshwater pool looks out over the action taking place on Palm Beach Polo’s 18-hole Dunes golf course. Situated on one of the neighborhood’s interior waterways, the pool deck offers spectacular, relaxing views.

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Los Agaves Offers Great Food In An Authentic Mexican Atmosphere

Story and Photos by Julie Unger

Los Agaves Mexican Restaurant is part of a family of three authentic Mexican restaurants in Palm Beach County: Los Agaves in Royal Palm Beach, Casa Tequila Mexican Cuisine in Wellington and Rancho Chico Mexican Restaurant in Jupiter.

Fernando Morales Chapman, the managing partner, said the signature dish at Los Agaves is El Patron. There are three options with El Patron, either New York skirt steak, grilled carne asada or pollo asada, along with rice and beans, and shrimp al mojo de ajo. The most popular version is with the steak.

“It’s our main dish. It’s the favorite one of everyone,” Chapman said. “It’s skirt steak with rice and beans, we get grilled shrimp with garlic, and we put onions and peppers underneath as a bed. People love it because it’s really good.”

The menu features traditional Mexican food. Salvador Gutierrez, the restaurant’s owner, created El Patron, and it has been a favorite ever since, Chapman added.

The dishes are 13 inches at the restaurant, which

offers generous portions. Fajitas — there are multiple types: chicken, steak, shrimp, vegetarian and chicken with steak — are also restaurant favorites.

Los Agaves, and its sister restaurants, are all family owned and operated. Gutierrez is Chapman’s brotherin-law. Several cousins work at Los Agaves, and Chapman’s wife is another manager. Overall, there are 10 restaurants in the company chain.

The extensive menu features appetizers such as ceviche de camaron, taquitos, quesadillas, queso dip and more, and those can be followed with warm, hearty soups such as the sopa de mariscos (seafood soup) and tortilla soup.

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Signature Dish michanga, camarones con tocino and arroz con camarones, offer a fresh taste of the sea. Fajitas and meals such as the asada y mas, carnitas mixtas, brochetas and pork carnitas, offer hearty meals to satisfy any appetite. Burritos are available with chicken, vegetables, beef, picadillo or pork, as are chicken and meat dishes like the chicken mole, tacos al carbon, chile verde and pollo chipotle.

The menu offers authentic recipes that have been adapted from spicy Mexican flavors to be gentler to the American palate, Chapman said. However, all of the items on the menu can be customized to any level of desired spiciness. The only truly spicy item is the camarones a la diabla, shrimp that is sautéed in butter with mushrooms and garlic in a spicy sauce.

When looking around Los Agaves, the colorful, friendly atmosphere jumps out as unique and interesting. There are colorful, hand-carved and painted wooden chairs made in Mexico in the middle of the restaurant. “There’s no chair that is alike,” Chapman said.

“They’re all different.”

On a trip to Mexico, the owners found a street artist with hand-painted and hand-carved chairs. They placed a large order for the chairs with the Mexican artist to outfit many of the restaurants and brought them to the U.S. to decorate and add a colorful flair. “Most of our decoration is from Mexico,” Chapman said.

The wooden booths, the barstools, the chairs, the chandeliers and other accessories are brought in from Mexi-

co. “We try to incorporate all of the real colors,” he said.

The restaurant is decorated like a traditional indoor/outdoor restaurant, with seating, a cantina and separate areas.

“The idea was to recreate that, with a United States version,” Chapman said.

“It has an authentic look. It really makes you feel like you’re in Mexico. If you’ve ever been to Mexico, those little familyowned hometown restaurants, they’ll be something like this.”

The biggest difference, Chapman said, is that everything is under a roof, and, of course, there’s air conditioning.

A full bar, modeled like a Mexican cantina, offers a wide variety of drinks to accompany any of Los Agaves’ meals, or for gatherings of friends. The house

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The best way to end a meal at Los Agaves, he added, is with one of the sweet desserts such as fried ice cream, traditional flan, churros, and, Chapman’s favorite, the cheesecake chimichanga — creamy cheesecake put into a special tortilla, rolled and deep fried, then cut in the middle and topped with whipped cream. There are often requests for large flan orders for parties and special events.

Los Agaves also features a children’s menu. The restaurant offers takeout, private parties and reservations for up to 10 people. There’s a happy hour every day from 3 to 7 p.m. Every Thursday night, there’s live music.

Los Agaves Mexican Restaurant is located in the Village Royale shopping plaza at 1179 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. The restaurant is open every day from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information, call (561) 7981229 or visit www.losagavesfl.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.

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.

Catania Italian Restaurant is in the Marketplace at Wycliffe at 4115 S. State Road 7. Hours are 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, staying open until 11 p.m. on weekends. On Sundays, doors open at 2 p.m. For info., call (561) 355-5900.

Centanni Italian Restaurant is located in Wellington’s Village Walk community at 2540 Village Walk Circle. Catering is available. Call (561) 6428700 for more info.

Gabriel’s Cafe & Grille is Wellington’s oldest restaurant. Serving breakfast and lunch, Gabriel’s is open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily in the Wellington Plaza at the intersection of Forest Hill Blvd. and Wellington Trace. For more info., call (561) 793-0675.

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.

India Grill & Bar is now open in Royal Plaza at 650 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. serving authentic north and south Indian cuisine. For info., call (561) 249-7168.

JoJo’s Raw Bar & Grill (13889 Wellington Trace in the Wellington Marketplace) features steaks, burgers, fresh fish and more, along with a bar stocked with 100 different beers. For info., call (561) 427-1997.

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 info., call (561) 753-0555 or visit www.lindburgers.com.

Enjoy great Mexican food in a friendly atmosphere at Los Agaves Mexican Restaurant, located 1179 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. in the Village Royale shopping plaza, open for lunch and dinner daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more info., call (561) 798-1229.

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 brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. 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.

Rollatini Italian Trattoria is located at 10107 Southern Blvd. in Royal Palm Beach. For more info., call (561) 792-7677 visit www.rollatinitrattoria.net.

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 everything 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 info., call (561) 357-0044 or visit www.strathmorebagels.com.

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Suri West Tapas Bar & Lounge is located at 13410 South Shore Blvd. in Wellington. For info., call (561) 795-0080 or visit www.surirestaurant.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.

Tokyo Bay Buffet, located at 165 S. State Road 7 in Royal Palm Beach, raises the Asian buffet dining concept to a whole new level with a large sushi bar and a tasty hibachi grill. For info., call (561) 753-5566.

Drop by the award-winning TooJay’s Original Gourmet Deli at its new location in Wellington Green Square near Whole Foods Market 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 info.

Voi-La, located at 13889 Wellington Trace, Suite A8, in the Wellington Marketplace, serves high-quality food that is good for the body and soul, with a focus on Venezuelan and South American favorites. For more info., call (786) 281-1589.

Located in the original Wellington Mall, Wellington Trace Tavern serves up American-style cuisine with a wonderful ambiance. For more info., call (561) 469-1109 or visit www.wttavern.com.

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.

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wellington | calendar Thursday, June 1 • The Women’s Chamber Foundation will award 21 scholarships to deserving women and girls during its Big Red Apple Scholarship Luncheon at the Kravis Center on Thursday, June 1 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more info., call (561) 659-0285 or e-mail admin@womenschamber.biz.

• Wellington will host a Food Truck Invasion at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Thursday, June 1 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. with a free concert by the Leather & Lace Duo at 6:30 p.m.

For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.

• The Wellington Collegiate Academy will hold its 2017 commencement and celebration on Thursday, June 1 at 6 p.m. at the original Wellington Mall. For more info., visit www.gowca.org.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Writers’ Critique Workshop for adults on Thursday, June 1 at 6:30 p.m. Share, offer and accept constructive criticism to improve your fiction, nonfiction and poetry in a supportive atmosphere.

Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• Bestselling author Bobbie Hinman will be at Barnes & Noble in Wellington to discuss her new book, How to Create a Successful Children’s Picture Book, on Thursday, June 1 at 6:30 p.m.

Hinman will share how she created, self-published and sold more than 50,000 award-winning children’s picture books. Call (561) 792-1292 for more info.

Friday, June 2 • The West Palm Beach Antiques Festival will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds from Friday, June 2 through Sunday, June 4. For more information, visit www.wpbaf.com.

• The Royal Palm Beach Young at Heart Club will hold its summer luncheon Friday, June 2 at 11 a.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center. For more info., visit www.royalpalmbeach.com.

• Ghost Tours: An Evening in the Dark will take place at 8 p.m. on Friday, June 2 at Yesteryear Village at the South Florida Fairgrounds. Call (561) 790-5232 or e-mail yyv@southfloridafair.com to RSVP.

Saturday, June 3 • Amber’s Animal Outreach will host its third annual golf tournament, Paws & Putts on the Green, on Saturday, June 3 at the PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens. The 18-hole tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. The cost is $175 per player, $600 per foursome and $50 for the luncheon and awards ceremony only. To register online, visit www.aaodog.org/golf.

• Wellington Aquatics Complex will hold its Make a Splash Water Safety Event on Saturday, June 3 from 9 a.m. to noon with pediatric residents from Palms West Hospital and officials from Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue. Call (561) 791-4770 for more info.

• The Barnes & Noble store in Wellington will host a special Wonder Woman Day Promotion on Saturday, June 3 starting at 10 a.m. with a free special edition comic while supplies last. At 3 p.m. there will be a special celebration with giveaways, a logo design craft, tiaras, bingo and more. For more information, call (561) 792-1292.

• The National Croquet Center (700 Florida Mango Road, West Palm Beach) will offer free croquet lessons every Saturday in June at 10 a.m. Learn how to hit the ball, score wickets, learn strategy and plot your next move. Bring your friends for a morning of croquet and then stay for lunch at the Croquet Grille.

Croquet attire is white, but guests can wear other colors for the free lesson. Flat-soled shoes are mandatory. Call (561) 478-2300, ext. 3, for reservations.

• The Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach will hold a weekly Family Studio program every Saturday through the summer beginning Saturday, June 3 and running through October from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for families with children ages 5 to 12.

To register for Family Studio, call (561) 832-5196, ext. 1138, or visit www.norton.org/familystudio.

• A special storytime featuring If You Ever Want to Bring a Circus to the Library, Don’t will take place Saturday, June 3 at 11 a.m. at the Barnes & Noble store in Wellington. For more information, call (561) 792-1292.

• Perfect 10 Archery’s Olympic Day 2017 will take place Saturday, June 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 342 Pike Road in West Palm Beach. There will be free archery, air soft, cheerleading, hockey, soccer, swimming, tumbling, kids crafts and face painting, along with food for purchase. For more info., call (561) 2036633 or e-mail info@perfect10archery.com.

• The Kravis Center will feature comedian Trevor Noah on Saturday, June 3 at 8 p.m. For more info., visit www.kravis.org.

Sunday, June 4 • The fifth annual Strikes for Seagull bowling event will take place Sunday, June 4 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Verdes Tropicana Bowl (2500 N. Florida Mango Road, West Palm Beach). The event includes two hours of bowling, pizza, raffles and more. The cost is $25 per person, $100 per lane and $125 for a lane sponsor. Other sponsorships are available. Pre-register at www.seagull.org. For more info., call Elizabeth McDermott at (561) 842-5814, ext. 111.

Monday, June 5 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host English Exchange on Mondays in June at 6:30 p.m. Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended. Call (561) 894-7529 to pre-register.

Tuesday, June 6 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Tween Gaming for ages 8 to 12 on Tuesday, June 6 at 2 p.m. Bring a friend for Wii gaming and board game fun. Call (561) 790-6070 for info.

• Wellington will host a Walk and Talk in the Periwinkle/Lily Communities on Tuesday, June 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host the Great Courses DVD Lecture Series How to Grow Anything: Food Gardening for Everyone on Tuesdays, June 6, 13 and 20 at 6:30 p.m. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

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wellington | calendar Wednesday, June 7 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Watercolor Shape Art for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, June 7 at 2 p.m. Trace shapes then paint with bright colors to create an abstract masterpiece.

Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Wellington Post 390 will hold its annual Veterans Open House on Wednesday, June 7 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). The event will feature guest speakers to raise awareness about the American Legion and services offered to veterans. For more info., email wellingtonlegion390@gmail.com.

Thursday, June 8 • The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce will host an economic forum luncheon on “The Economics of Addiction,” featuring State Attorney Dave Aronberg on Thursday, June 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Breakers West Country Club. For more info., visit www.cpbchamber.com.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Amazing Mr. A’s Summer Magic Spectacular for all ages Thursday, June 8 at 3 p.m. With magic, comedy, ventriloquism and audience participation, Mr. A will leave you laughing. Call (561) 7906070 to pre-register.

• Wellington will host a Food Truck Invasion at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Thursday, June 8 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. with a free concert by the Gypsy Lane Band at 6:30 p.m.

For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.

• The Wellington Chamber of Commerce is holding an After-Five Networking Reception at Romano’s Macaroni Grill (2535 N. State Road 7, Wellington) on Thursday, June 8 at 5:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonchamber.com.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Scrabble for Adults on Thursday, June 8 at 6:30 p.m. Join other Scrabble fans and enjoy a fun evening of wordplay. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

Friday, June 9 • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free screening of the movie Moana on Friday, June 9 at 8:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl. gov for more info.

Saturday, June 10 • The 18th annual Philippine Summer Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 10 at the South Florida Fairgrounds. For more information, visit www.paswpb.org, • The Barnes & Noble store in Wellington will host a special storytime Saturday, June 10 at 11 a.m. featuring Oh, the Places You’ll Go by Dr. Suess.

For more information, call (561) 792-1292.

Sunday, June 11 • The Florida Dance Conservatory will present its Spring Performance on Sunday, June 11 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Kravis Center’s Marshall E. Rinker Sr. Playhouse. For more information, visit www.kravis.org.

• The Kravis Center will present the Gipsy Kings in the Alexander W. Dreyfoos Jr. Concert Hall on Sunday, June 11 at 8 p.m. For more information, visit www.kravis.org.

Monday, June 12 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Chess Club for Adults on Monday, June 12 at 6:30 p.m. Practice strategy skills with other players. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

Tuesday, June 13 • The Okeeheelee Nature Center will host a storytime for ages 2 to 5 on Tuesday, June 13 at 10:30 a.m. Reservations are required, and admission is $2 per child. Call (561) 233-1400 to RSVP. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “I Love Art!” for ages 6 to 12 on Tuesday, June 13 at 3 p.m. Dress to get messy. Call (561) 7906070 for more info.

• The Wellington Village Council will meet Tuesday, June 13 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.

Wednesday, June 14 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Anime Nation for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, June 14 at 6 p.m. View new anime titles. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

Thursday, June 15 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Fun Father’s Day Cards class for ages 5 to 12 on Thursday, June 15 at 2 p.m. Use the library’s supplies and your imagination to create the perfect gift. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• Wellington will host a Food Truck Invasion at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Thursday, June 15 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. with a free concert by the Wildfire Band at 6:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.

Friday, June 16 • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free screening of the movie Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them on Friday, June 16 at 8:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl. gov for more info.

Saturday, June 17 • There will be a free Python Patrol Workshop at the Okeeheelee Nature Center on Saturday, June 17 at 10 a.m. for adults. Python Patrol will teach adults how to identify Burmese pythons, report sightings, and possibly capture and remove the snakes.

RSVP for the workshop at www.myfwc.com. Call (561) 233-1400 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Ocean Commotion for ages 2 to 6 on Saturday, June 17 at 11 a.m. Swim on over for stories, songs and a craft featuring ocean friends. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

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• A special Father’s Day Storytime will take place at the Barnes & Noble store in Wellington on Saturday, June 17 at 11 a.m. featuring When Dads Don’t Grow Up. For more information, call (561) 792-1292.

Monday, June 19 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Flower Power for ages 7 to 12 on Monday, June 19 at 3 p.m. Show your creative side by designing a colorful summer bouquet. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Meet the Author: Mary V. Dearborn on Monday, June 19 at 6:30 p.m. Acclaimed biographer Mary V. Dearborn discusses, Ernest Hemingway: A Biography, a richly detailed account of the legendary author. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

Tuesday, June 20 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Paper Airplane Contest for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, June 20 at 2:30 p.m. Create your own paper airplane and compete to see how far your airplane can go. Call (561) 790-6070 For more information.

Wednesday, June 21 • The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will host Mayor Anne Gerwig’s State of the Village Address on Wednesday, June 21 at 11:30 a.m. at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. For more info., visit www.wellingtonchamber.com.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Lego Bricks for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, June 21 at 2 p.m. Build, imagine and create using Lego bricks. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Western Business Alliance will hold a Business After Hours Event at the MarBar Grille at Madison Green Country Club on Wednesday, June 21 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.thewesternbusinessalliance.com.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Weird Trivia for ages 12 and up on Wednesday, June 21 at 6 p.m. Does your knowledge of trivia leave your family and friends in awe? Join a team and see who wins. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

Thursday, June 22 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Origami for Beginners for ages 8 to 12 on Thursday, June 22 at 2:30 p.m. Learn to master the art of origami in this introductory class. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• Wellington will host a Food Truck Invasion at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Thursday, June 22 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. with a free concert by the Flyers at 6:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.

Friday, June 23 • The West Palm Beach Boat Show will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds from Friday, June 23 through Sunday, June 25. For more information, visit www.southflaboatshow.com.

• Emory Entertainment will present Men are From Mars, Women Are From Venus from Friday, June 23 through Sunday, June 25 in the Marshall E. Rinker Sr. Playhouse at the Kravis Center. For more information, visit www.kravis.org.

• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free screening of the movie The Wild Life on Friday, June 23 at 8:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.

Saturday, June 24 • A free Nature Walk will take place Saturday, June 24 at 10:30 a.m. at the Okeeheelee Nature Center. Learn about the pine flatwoods forest and the plants and animals that live there. For more information, call (561) 233-1400.

• The Barnes & Noble store in Wellington will host a special storytime featuring The Rainbow Fish on Saturday, June 24 at 11 a.m. For more information, call (561) 792-1292.

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Monday, June 26 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a class for adults on making Map Coasters on Monday, June 26 at 6:30 p.m. Create coasters with maps of cities, states or locations that have fond memories for you. Call (561) 790-6070 to preregister.

Tuesday, June 27 • The Okeeheelee Nature Center will host a storytime for ages 2 to 5 on Tuesday, June 27 at 10:30 a.m. Reservations are required, and admission is $2 per child. Call (561) 233-1400 to RSVP. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Craftapalooza for ages 2 to 8 on Tuesday, June 27 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 Line Dancing Fun for adults on Tuesday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m. Do you love the Electric Slide and the Cupid Shuffle? Learn a few more fun line dances to keep you moving. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Wellington Village Council will meet Tuesday, June 27 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.

Wednesday, June 28 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Teen Takeover for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, June 28 at 6 p.m. Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Bring a friend or make new ones. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Book Discussion: Birds of Paradise

by Diana Abu-Jabar on Wednesday, June 28 at 6:30 p.m. Pick up a copy at the research services desk.

Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

Thursday, June 29 • Wellington will host a Food Truck Invasion at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Thursday, June 29 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. with a free concert by the Air National Guard Band of the South at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit www. wellingtonfl.gov.

Friday, June 30 • The Okeeheelee Nature Center will host Canoeing 101 on Friday, June 30 at 9:30 a.m. for ages 10 and older. The cost is $10 per participant. Learn how to canoe in this two-hour program. Call (561) 233-1400 to RSVP. • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free screening of the Lego Batman Movie on Friday, June 30 at 8:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.

Tuesday, July 4 • Royal Palm Beach’s annual Mayor’s Firecracker Golf Tournament will take place Tuesday, July 4 at the Village Golf Club. The scramble format event will begin with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. Golfers are asked to pre-register at any of the following locations: the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center (151 Civic Center Way), the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center (100 Sweet Bay Lane) or the Village Golf Club (122 Country Club Drive). The cost of the tournament is $75 per player or $300 per foursome. For additional information, contact Rochelle Wright at rwright@ royalpalmbeach.com or (561) 790-5149.

• The Village of Wellington will host a Free Patriotic Celebration on Tuesday, July 4 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road).

Come celebrate America at a free event that will offer fun for the whole family. Enjoy live music, bingo for prizes, traditional games, face painting, bounce houses, food and drink vendors and more. Fireworks will begin promptly at 9:15 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.

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Frankel Town Hall — U.S. Rep. Lois Frankel (D-District 21) hosted a town hall meeting at the Wellington Municipal Complex on Monday, May 8. Frankel, who has represented the Wellington area since a court-ordered redistricting last year, stood in front of a packed council chamber for an hour and a half. Shown above are Wellington Vice Mayor John McGovern, Congresswoman Lois Frankel, Councilwoman Tanya Siskind, Mayor Anne Gerwig and Palm Beach County Vice Mayor Melissa McKinlay.

St. Rita Church Annual Flea Market — St. Rita Catholic Church in Wellington held its annual flea market on Saturday, May 13. Parishioners of the church and community members came to the church with their wares for sale, giving community members a chance to support the local economy and the church family. Shown above are St. Rita Council of Catholic Women members Nancy Wall, Pat Smith, Johanna Benemio, Elizabeth Tremblay, Caroline Elardi, Hala Bunce, May Sprenger and CCW President Janice Downs.

Boys & Girls Club Garden — The Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club of Wellington celebrated its community garden on April 22 by harvesting vegetables planted by the club children. Kids grew vegetables in the four garden beds with help from the Growums program, the Wellington Garden Club, the Young Professionals of Wellington and local businesses. Shown above, Victoria McGovern, Lyani Gondry and Isabella Contreras pick some okra.

‘Snow White’ Ballet — The Wellington Ballet Theatre presented its original production of Snow White at the Wellington High School theater on Saturday, May 6 and Sunday, May 7. The show was conceptualized by the theatre’s Melissa Waters, with artistic direction by Rocky Duvall and scene design by Chris Gay. Shown above are Daniela Braun as Snow White and Jordan Anderson as the Huntsman.

Customer Appreciation Day — The Wellness Experience held a Customer Appreciation Day on Saturday, May 13 in the Kobosko’s Crossing shopping center in Wellington. Several vendors set up booths on the sidewalk. Lady Luck Animal Rescue had a few pets needing adoption, and the Hatch Cats performed music that entertained attendees. Chiropractor Dr. Randy Laurich’s office served refreshments.

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(Above left) Lady Luck Animal Rescue President Inga Deceglia and volunteer Karen Ryan with Freddie. (Above right) Hatch Cats Christie and Chris Piquette, Greg Hoffman and Adam Emanuel provided entertainment.

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