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PANTHER RIDGE WORKS TO PROTECT MAJESTIC BIG CATS Cheetahs are the second-largest big cat in the world, right behind the mountain lion. To hear a cheetah purring loudly, all one has to do is meet 14-year-old Charlie when he is around Judy Berens, founder of the Panther Ridge Conservation Center. The facility works tirelessly to protect these and other majestic big cats. By Callie Sharkey

MCCARTHY’S IS HOME TO MANY EXOTIC ANIMAL SPECIES

BIG DOG RANCH: WHERE PUPS GET A NEW LEASE ON LIFE

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With a focus on the rescue, rehabilitation and release of wild animals, McCarthy’s Wildlife Sanctuary is a nonprofit that melds all facets of this important mission. The eightacre facility started out as a small, private space for Mark McCarthy and his exotic animal collection. By Callie Sharkey Big Dog Ranch Rescue is dedicated to rescuing and providing a happy, safe and loving home for dogs while providing families with healthy, loving and loyal canine companions. Located on 33 acres in Loxahatchee Groves, the rescue is a cage-free setting. In fact, it is the largest cage-free, no-kill shelter in the United States. By Mike May

JUSTIN BARTLETT SAVES LIVES, ONE DOG AND CAT AT A TIME Wellington High School graduate Justin Bartlett was only 24 years old when he was tragically killed in a car accident. Now, more than a decade later, countless lives are being saved in his honor at Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue. By Meredith Burow Many pets live like kings with good food, lots of love, plenty of room and medical attention when they need it. But what about those not so lucky? Well, a number of nonprofits that have stepped in to save them, including Amber’s Animal Outreach, Barky Pines Animal Rescue & Sanctuary, Luv-A-Pet and Danny & Ron’s Rescue. By Deborah Welky

LOCAL LAW FIRM STEPS UP TO SUPPORT ANIMAL RESCUES Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith is dedicated to giving back to the communities it serves. The personal injury law firm, with four local offices, including one in Wellington, has worked closely to save many animals through a partnership with Big Dog Ranch Rescue.

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Wellington Tennis Center Event Gets Kids Interested In The Sport Wellington Hosts Back-To-School Bash At The Community Center The Mall At Wellington Green Hosts First ‘BeYOUtiful Experience’ Fundraiser In Wellington Supports Cancer Patient Adrienne Sasko

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RESCUE GROUPS STEP UP TO SAVE MANY ANIMALS IN NEED

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Technology stretches across every facet of modern life. There are always new and innovative ways to use digital tools, which is a perfect way to describe the Village of Wellington’s Technology Services Department. By Callie Sharkey Serving acai bowls packed with flavorful bursts of rainforest super fruit and granola, SoBol is a different take on fast food, and Wellington is home to the first Florida franchise. Wellington resident and New York native Suzanne Madison is the proprietor of SoBol’s 37th location, which is in the Courtyard Shops of Wellington. By Melanie Kopacz

WELLINGTON PROFESSIONAL WELLINGTON REAL ESTATE WELLINGTON HEALTH WELLINGTON HOME WELLINGTON DINING GUIDE WELLINGTON CALENDAR ON THE COVER Lola the tiger is one of the many exotic animals living at McCarthy’s Wildlife Sanctuary, which is featured in this month’s issue. PHOTO BY CALLIE SHARKEY

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‘Our Wellington’ Issue: Giving Animals A New Lease On Life!

This month, in Wellington The Magazine’s annual “Our Wellington” issue, we got to meet with a variety of local nonprofits working to create a focal point for our community to come together and help animals in need. They show that with compassionate support from residents, donors and individuals, we can together truly make a difference in giving animals a new lease on life. We begin with a visit to the Panther Ridge Conservation Center, where the focus in put on the survival of majestic big cats. Founded by Judy Berens and originally based in Wellington, Panther Ridge moved last year to a much larger home in Loxahatchee Groves and currently houses 19 exotic big cats representing many different species. Next, we tour McCarthy’s Animal Sanctuary. The eight-acre facility started out as a small, private space for Mark McCarthy and his exotic animal collection, and now puts its focus on the rescue, rehabilitation and release of wild animals. Moving from these exotic creatures, we focus on nonprofits that are helping to save the burgeoning population of homeless pets, from Big Dog Ranch Rescue — the largest cage-free, no-kill shelter in the United States — to the Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue, which has saved countless dogs and cats right here in our community. We also visit with Amber’s Animal Outreach, Barky Pines Animal Rescue & Sanctuary, Luv-A-Pet and Danny & Ron’s Rescue, as well as explore how one local law firm, Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, has taken action to save animals in need. Wellington Professional this month visits with Gwen Gottlieb of Gwen Lives Well, who has made a name for herself as a South Florida lifestyle influencer, while our Team Wellington series profiles the Village of Wellington’s hardworking Technology Services Department. Wellington Real Estate chats with Karen Allen of the Karen Allen Group at Keller Williams Luxury Homes International, while Wellington Health stops by the B-12 Store in the Mall at Wellington Green. Wellington Home tours a recently renovated Aero Club estate, and, finally, Wellington Table stops by the newly opened SoBol eatery in the Courtyard Shops to sample its super fruit creations. We had a great time taking a walk on the wild side of life this month, meeting many four-legged and flying creatures alike. Special thanks to all who were involved in helping us put this issue together and spread awareness of all the wonderful things Wellington has in its own backyard. Next month, we jump right into our Palm Beach Brides issue, where we will be featuring Wellington residents and their amazing weddings. As we look toward the upcoming season, we have a sense that Wellington is going to be booming with action — and you’ll learn all about it in our November Equestrian Season Preview, allowing you to start filling up your calendar with the “must do” events of the year. Until then, we truly hope you enjoy this beautiful autumn weather here in South Florida.

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Wellington Tennis Center Event Gets Kids Interested In The Sport

(Left to right) Wellington staff members Charie DeFloria and Laura Maher register participants; Wellington Tennis Center Pro Sergio Trevino gives Lucas Dueppetell some tips on his swing; and volunteers Bob and Amy Bender toss balls during the event.

More than 300 participants joined in the fun on the courts of the Wellington Tennis Center for the Back to School Tennis Bash on Saturday, Aug. 17. This free, family-oriented event gave kids and parents a sample of Wellingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new after-school Youth Tennis Program. For more information about programs at the tennis center, located at 3100 Lyons Road, call (561) 791-4775 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/ tennis.

(Left to right) Sophia Rodman goes for the ball like a pro; Kylee, Jace, Lucas and Breece Rogers are ready to join the fun; Skyla Valdivia makes a great lunge to catch the ball in time; young Alex Singer already has a serious serve; six-year-old Calliope Chateau learns how to play tennis; and Katelyn Briggs has her game face on, even for practice.

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Wellington Hosts Back-To-School Bash At The Community Center

(Left) Wendy, Emily and Emma Sanchez with Maggie Zeller and Director of Community Services Paulette Edwards. (Right) Vice Mayor Michael Napoleone, Councilwoman Tanya Siskind, Mayor Anne Gerwig, Amy McCants, Mitchell Adams and Grit Ritz.

Wellington held its annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, July 27 at the Wellington Community Center. Backpacks, uniforms, shoes, school supplies and more were given away with support from many local nonprofits and businesses, including the Wellington Community Foundation and the Christopher Aguirre Memorial Foundation, as well as Back to Basics, the Rotary Club of Wellington, the Kiwanis Club of Wellington, Trader Joe’s, Art Cellar, Wellington Regional Medical Center, Chick-Fil-A, the Gehring Group, Jet Hauling, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, Palm Beach County FireRescue and the Palm Beach County Library System.

(Left to right) Maria Becker of the Wellington Community Foundation with backpacks; Baptist Health South Florida’s Deanna Ziesse, Roxanne Stein and Chantis Mantilla; Palm Beach Central’s Angela Priore, Alexis Woytek, Alexis Calixte, Amelia Marshall, Isabella Marshall and Student Activities Director Donna Baxter; Wellington Rotary members Ruthann Miller, Susan Odell, Don Gross, Maggie Zeller, Mickey Smith and George Kinoshita with Palm Beach Central Interact Club members Ashely Rojas, Tyler Harvell and Isabelle Ortiz; and Naraela, Ronald and Rayceon Lucas with Grit Ritz of the Christopher Aguirre Memorial Foundation, which gave away shoes.

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The Mall At Wellington Green Hosts First ‘BeYOUtiful Experience’

(Left) Mall at Wellington Green Marketing Director Rachelle Crain with social media influencer Vanessa Rose Tilley. (Right) All the models gather on stage after the fashion show.

The Wellington community was invited to a celebration of inner and outer beauty at the Mall at Wellington Green’s first “BeYOUtiful Experience” on Saturday, Aug. 10. The event took place in the Grand Court as part of the community-driven Live 360 program. Selfie stations, friends, community and social media moments by Miami’s own Instagram influencer and blogger Vanessa Rose Tilley were part of the fun. Guests enjoyed painting classes, fashion demonstrations, makeup sessions, makeup bags with samples and retailer discounts, and a fashion show.

(Left to right) Kara Timming with Leidy Rendon and Carmen Rios; Demi and Jade Master sing on stage; models Darby Glenn, Shay Pfendler and Jenna Larsen; Janiel Rubio, Sarah Powell and Allyson Samiljan at the YWCA Harmony House table; and Mall at Wellington Green Marketing Director Rachelle Crain with Mindy Sepinuck and Meghan Buser.

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(Left to right) Derf, Shana and Austin Sasko; Derf Sasko, Mayor Anne Gerwig, Melissa DiMartino and Lisa Noel; and Dennis Ramella bought many raffle tickets.

Friends and family of Adrienne Sasko held a fundraiser on Friday, July 26 at Isles at Wellington Clubhouse. Sasko has been fighting cancer and is in the hospital trying to beat it. There were live, silent and ticket auctions. Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig served as a celebrity bartender, while a photo booth added to the fun.

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Cheetahs are the second-largest big cat in the world, right behind the mountain lion. To hear a cheetah purring loudly, all one has to do is meet 14-year-old Charlie when he is around Judy Berens, founder of the Panther Ridge Conservation Center. “I came to Wellington originally because it was a fabulous place to show horses,” recalled Berens, who competed as a hunter rider until 2010. Her passion for horses eventually expanded to include exotic cats.

“I started in the early 1990s,” she said. “Then once I had all my appropriate licensing, people would call me and say there was an animal that needed help. I went from being a pet owner to a rescue, and as the years have gone by,

we have become much more involved in the conservation of these animals because they are absolutely disappearing from the face of the earth.” One such case of a rescued animal living at Panther Ridge is Toltec, a 12-yearold ocelot. The cat was living at another facility for wild animals but was severely abused there. “He kind of wobbles around like a drunk sailor, but he is the first ocelot to ever receive stem cell surgery in the world,” Facility Manager Sadie Ryan said. “We did that for him about three years ago, and it helped, but he will, unfortunately, never walk normally.” Now Toltec’s life is filled with enrichment training conducted through positive reinforcement, along with a variety of other treats. “He also gets special CBD popsicles to help with his arthritis and loves his toys,” Ryan said. “Toltec is a fanatic for some expensive cologne, too. He thoroughly enjoys a good scent sprayed in his enclosure.” Originally based in Wellington’s Palm Beach Point community, the growing nonprofit moved last year to a much larger home in Loxahatchee Groves. Currently, Panther Ridge houses 19 exotic cats representing many different species, including clouded leopards, jaguars and even a rare fishing cat. Mateo, a three-year-old jaguar, was transferred from a zoo to Panther Ridge, where he was hand-raised. Now that he is reaching maturity, the team has arranged for a two-year-old female named Onyx to be his future girlfriend, Meeka is a puma, also known as a cougar or a panther.

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once the facility infrastructure is complete. “The long-term plan for them is to start a breeding program for jaguars, in association with the Zoological Association of America, so that their cubs can go to other facilities and spread their genetics within captivity to maintain a healthy captive jaguar population,” Ryan said, adding that many years from now, the hope is to once again return jaguars to the wild. “Once there is a protected area for them to thrive in without being poached and hunted.” Several other cats in the collection came to Panther Ridge from other facilities, some because of the animal’s safety and others for a unique opportunity. “I’ve gotten to know a lot of people in the zoological community, and I have a real fascination with clouded leopards,” Berens said. “Then we were given an unusual invitation — to become part of the Species Survival Plan (SSP) for these cats. We had to meet stringent regulations, and now have successfully bred healthy cubs. The next group of cubs that we have, the SSP coordinator will come and determine which other facilities they will go to.” Lura and Malee were the first two clouded leopards born at Panther Ridge, where they were hand-raised and well-socialized. Development Director Kandice Seitz shared the importance of having them. “This is one of the only places you can go and get up close and personal with cats that are Class 1 endangered species, and we are very lucky to have clouded leopards here,” Seitz said. “It is very rare to see this many clouded leopards in one place. It’s just an amazing place that’s great for small kids, too, because it’s not too big for them to enjoy, even in the summer. Since our move a year ago, we’ve tried to create a more user-friendly facility for the public.” Having a background in fundraising, Seitz never expected to be so involved with exotic cats.

Panther Ridge founder Judy Berens with Charlie the cheetah.

“As the years have gone by, we have become much more involved in the conservation of these animals,” founder Judy Berens said.

Facility Manager Sadie Ryan with Taj, the clouded leopard.

Onyx, a two-yearold jaguar, loves her enrichment time. wellington the magazine | september 2019

(L-R) Toltec the ocelot, Amos the black leopard and Meeka the puma.

“I’ve been here about three years,” Seitz said. “I actually went on my first tour with a group of prospective donors, and little by little, I began bringing people here to visit. Once I found Panther Ridge, I knew this is where I wanted to work.” Seitz, like other docents and volunteers, also provides support for the facility by working directly with staff and even some of the animals. It is a love for the creatures in their care that brings the team together. As the nonprofit grew in size, Berens made the difficult decision to move the facility and give up her time with horses. “Horses can be put to pasture, re-

(Above) Development Director Kandice Seitz with Malee the clouded leopard. (Right) Charlie, a 14-year-old cheetah, is an important ambassador for his species.

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tired or sold. There is no other safe option for these cats. These animals won’t survive without certain care and treatments,” Berens said. “But the quality of life for these special creatures is our priority. Our food bill alone is $45,000 a year for 19 cats.” Berens, now championing exotic cats for almost 20 years, is hands-on every day — feeding animals and keeping a strong personal relationship with them, even the challenging ones. “Fishing cats like Minnow here are very rare to see. Not a lot of facilities have them. In fact, they are notoriously difficult to deal with,” said Berens, who personally visits him every day. “He came to us at only five weeks old, and he

was injured and had been weaned too young. On top of that, they were using the wrong formula. The long-term plan is I would like to get an unrelated female and breed some more fishing cats.” Other species that can be seen at Panther Ridge include the caracal, serval and panther (also called mountain lions or cougars). Guests can also arrange personal encounters with a few of the animals. The Panther Ridge Conservation Center is located at 2143 D Road in Loxahatchee Groves. It is open to all ages, and tours are available by reservation seven days a week. Call (561) 795-8914 or visit www.pantherridge.org for more information about the different programs available.

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“At the time, in 1990, there were very few houses,” McCarthy said. “I talked to the neighbors beforehand, and they are my best ally. They never complain — and it gets loud here sometimes.”

The noise level isn’t due to loud music, but the sounds of exotic wildlife ranging from lions to lemurs. The sanctuary is a permanent home for more than 150 animals, in addition to a wide

array of temporary creatures there receiving treatment for injuries before heading back into the wild. While McCarthy’s Wildlife Sanctuary works with many species, the rescue, rehabilitation and release process is for native animals only. Every year, the facility handles countless squirrels and birds, but this past season proved to have some surprises in store. “We received an otter who was completely nonresponsive,” Office Manager

Larry the Nile crocodile was illegally raised in someone’s bathtub before finding a new home at McCarthy’s.

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A reptile-guy for sure, Mark McCarthy started his love of animals with snakes. Barbara Drury recalled. “He was unconscious for three or four days. All that time, we were still giving him medicine and treatment, so we were thrilled he pulled through. Eventually, he recovered and grew up enough to be released back into the wild.” A reptile-guy for sure, McCarthy started his love of animals with snakes. When he was just 16, he moved to Florida by hitchhiking from Michigan to Miami with a backpack full of snakes and a dream to work at the Miami Serpentarium. Some dreams come true. He was hired on the spot. Throughout his 30-year career working with animals, McCarthy also spent a significant amount of time in the television, film and print production business, during which he collected more exotic species, including birds and big cats. These animals often came to him under scary circumstances. “I came back from Africa and had just brought back my wife, Aneth, and I get a phone call at 3 o’ clock in the morning from Officer Rick Brown from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission,” McCarthy recalled. “He does the Orlando area, and said, ‘Mark, I’ve got a problem. I just seized a tiger and a cougar out of a Motel 6 up here in Orlando, and I have nowhere to put them.’ We go up there, and sure enough there was

Mark McCarthy visits with Lola the tiger.

this magician who was wanted in Minnesota for abandoning his facility, and he was literally doing magic shows out of his van on International Drive.” Animals needing to be rehomed is a big concern, as the exotic pet industry often finds uneducated owners in deep trouble dealing with more than they expected. For example, nearly 30 large African spur-thighed tortoises, who grow to weigh well over 100 pounds, lived at McCarthy’s at one time. “I built this place on birthday parties, and those parties turned into teachers seeing me, and eventually all these

school programs on top of the production jobs,” McCarthy said. “I really enjoyed the school shows — it was probably my favorite thing to do. I mostly focused on elementary schools, but this grew so big, I don’t do them anymore.” Now that McCarthy no longer travels to schools, guests are able to come in person to visit the animals at the sanctuary by calling and reserving a spot in one of the available tours. Guided tours run multiple times a day, Tuesday through Saturday. Aside from getting the chance to see some rare creatures such as ligers (yes, that wellington the magazine | september 2019

McCarthy’s Wildlife Sanctuary

is a real thing), another benefit are the guides themselves. McCarthy prides himself in having keeper/guides — individuals who work with the animals every day and are able to share personal stories and insights with guests. One such keeper/guide is Alexis Opisso, who was happy to share the story of Larry the Nile crocodile. “Crocodilians have one of the strongest bite forces in the animal kingdom, and Larry here was a pet surrender. He was bought as a birthday present for somebody’s daughter. They were keeping him in a bathtub,” Opisso explained. “We got Larry when he was about three years old. We conditioned him not to come up to us for food. When I go in there to change his water

(Below left) Norma Jean the macaw has joined Mark McCarthy on more than 7,000 educational programs for children. (Below right) Keeper/guide Alexis Opisso talks about Jill, a sulcata tortoise.

or scrub his tub, he never bothers me.” She then immediately shifted to fun facts about crocs, like why their teeth are so white and how she finds tooth caps that have fallen out on a regular basis as new teeth replace them. “Education is a big part of what we do,” Drury said. “Between Mark going out to schools all those years, and all the people who come here with their families — some kids have never seen a tiger up close. So, that experience may inspire them to learn about how we can save the tigers in the wild. Then they grow up to be a child who wants to conserve what we have.” More than 20,000 people visit McCarthy’s every year, and the organization continues a lengthy track record of

excellent ratings on Trip Advisor, which also puts them in the top spot for things to do in the West Palm Beach area. Despite all the attention, staff keeps the tours limited for the sake of the animals’ well-being. “The tours are scheduled in a way that guests are gone late in the afternoon and the animals can have a normal evening routine to finish the day,” Drury said. “All of this started because of Mark’s first impression, and now all of these other children get a ‘wow’ moment, too.” McCarthy’s Wildlife Sanctuary is located at 12943 61st Street North in The Acreage. To make a reservation for a guided tour, call (561) 790-2116. For more information about the mission, animals and how to get involved, visit www.mccarthyswildlife.com.

(L-R) Ruffed lemurs among the many exotic species living at McCarthy’s; Alexis Opisso shows guests how Sauti the tiger is trained; and Frankenstein, like many other sulcata tortoises living at McCarthy’s, was rehomed after his owner could no longer keep him as a pet.

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Over the last decade, Big Dog Ranch Rescue has found a home for more than 31,000 dogs, but founder Lauree Simmons clearly recalls her first canine client back in 2008. It was a lab mix named Angel, who was pregnant, homeless and living under a tree in Miami. Two days later, Angel gave birth to 10 puppies in Simmons’ garage. In many respects, Angel is the “acorn” that blossomed into the tree now known as the Big Dog Ranch Rescue. Today, Big Dog Ranch Rescue is dedicated to rescuing and providing a happy, safe and loving home for dogs while providing families with healthy, loving and loyal canine companions. Located on 33 acres in Loxahatchee Groves, the

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ing with other shelters like us.” At Big Dog Ranch Rescue, dogs are saved and then given a new lease on life. While the organization’s name

(Left) A look at the play yard at Big Dog Ranch Rescue. (Right) Puppies go for a dip in the pool.

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(Above) Dog trainer Sarah Carson at Valentine’s Night Out. (Right) A dog training session in progress.

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Once dogs arrive, they are fed healthy food and given lots of TLC. “Big Dog Ranch Rescue is the way the rescue experience should be for all dogs,” Friedman said. “We rescue dogs of all sizes, provide the necessary medical care, and find them their perfect forever homes. Big and small, we save them all.” Most of its dogs come from shelters in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. However, during natu-

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The dogs from China are often less than a year old. “Getting healthy dogs delivered from China has its challenges,” Friedman said. “Logistically, it’s difficult, but we figured it out.” Friedman emphasized that her group remains local-focused, but humanitarian issues and disasters trigger their efforts to save dogs from other parts of the country and the world. Big Dog Ranch Rescue is also specially equipped to house pregnant dogs, Canine mothers and their puppies are housed in Puppyland, which features 10 small structures, each one specially equipped to care for mother dogs and her litter. Puppyland is sponsored by Rachael Ray Nutrish, which also donates most of the food fed to the dogs at Big Dog Ranch Rescue. Other programs help senior citizens and cater to military veterans. According to Friedman, Seniors for Seniors is focused on getting older dogs, which are at least six years old, trained to visit senior citizens living in retirement homes. Seniors, who often want an older canine companion, can also adopt a senior dog. “Our Seniors for Seniors program improves the lives of senior citizens,” Friedman said. “We are also currently training 24 dogs to become companions for the Veterans Service Dog Training Program. It helps veterans with PTSD.” If you are interested in supporting

(Above) Dressage rider Lauren Knopp with Robin Friedman, horse Jacqlin, and rescue dogs Keek and Kaia.

Big Dog Ranch Rescue and love to have a good time, the third annual Big Dog Ranch Rescue Valentine’s Night Out helps unite the local horse and dog-loving communities. The next one is set for Friday, Feb. 14, 2020. “It’s a great time and attracts strong interest from Wellington’s dog-loving equestrian crowd,” Friedman said. “We are fortunate to have many fosters, adopters, donors and friends from the equestrian world.” Adoption fees vary. For example, puppies are $350, adult dogs are $250 and senior dogs are $150. While these adoption fees generate money for Big Dog Ranch Rescue, the majority of its income comes from outside sources. Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s biggest benefactor is the Fleming Family Foundation. “We rely mostly on donations,” Friedman said. “Adoption fees cover a fraction of the costs to save a dog. We rely on the generosity of our supporters to further our mission to save more lives.” Big Dog Ranch Rescue is located at 14444 Okeechobee Blvd. in Loxahatchee Groves. If you feel that you can provide a happy, safe and loving home for a dog, drop by between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., call them at (561) 7916465 or check out the list of available dogs at www.bdrr.org.

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Wellington High School graduate Justin Bartlett was only 24 years old when he was tragically killed in a car accident. Now, more than a decade later, countless lives are being saved in his honor. Tucked away in a shopping center at the northwest corner of Southern Blvd. and State Road 7, professional animal lovers work rigorous hours to save dogs and cats at Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue, giving them a new lease on life. Peter Torres, the organization’s founder, was a friend of the Bartlett family. As a token of his appreciation to the Bartletts for supporting his previous rescue organization, as well as of Justin’s love for animals, Torres named the organization after him. The nonprofit, no-kill rescue consists of an adoption center, an animal hospital and a thrift store. The organization maintains high standards when adopting out animals. In order to assume ownership of a Justin Bartlett pet, interested individuals must first complete an application and then be approved by one of the rescue’s adoption counselors. Applicants are asked to include information on subjects such as their previous pets, family veterinarians, HOAs, the type of home they live in and references. According to Torres, the in-depth process applicants must complete is a

necessity, as an unfit owner can be detrimental to the physical and mental well-being of the pet. The case isn’t always that the owner is irresponsible, but that the dog and owner may not be the best fit for each other’s lifestyles. Torres used the example of a newly married couple, living in a one-bedroom apartment, in search of a husky or German shepherd. The couple may be perfectly fit to own a dog, but not one as high-energy as these particular breeds. The goal of the rescue is to find the animal a loving, permanent home. “Dogs need someone to look up to, and once they have that trust in you, they’ll do anything for you,” Torres said. “But if today it is you, and six months from now it’s somebody else, they feel that, and they know it.” Despite the team’s best efforts, Torres said that dogs walking out of their doors don’t always end up staying at its new home. Sometimes the owners decide it’s too much effort to own the dog, and sometimes, to their own disappointment, the dog has behavioral issues. The rescue has a dog trainer for wellington the magazine | september 2019

such cases, and if the owner is willing, the trainer will evaluate the dog and see what can be done. If it’s a fixable issue, he tells the owners what to do, and they decide what action to take from there. The evaluation is at the cost of the organization. Another amenity they offer is a free vet visit within seven days of the adoption, and if the dog or cat has an ailment, the clinic will treat it free of charge. In addition to these services, all the pets adopted through Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue have had at least two sets of vaccines, are dewormed, fecal tested, spayed or neutered, and micro-

ANIMAL RESCUE chipped. While donations and adoption fees are beneficial in keeping the rescue in business, additional funds are always needed. Justin Bartlett’s CFO Debra Mammino, who is also an adoption counselor, hospital and rescue manager, and “ jack of all trades,” is in charge of transferring animals to adoption events. Where a company bus used to be utilized for such purposes, both vehicles are currently out of commission. The buses, which include crates and

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of animal suffering in the world to simply “save the ones you can.” If you’re looking for a new pet, perhaps a visit to Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue is in your future. If not, Torres urges people to visit one of the many available shelters and animal rescue organizations. “If you want to go to any other shelter, that’s OK,” he said. “You’re saving a life.” Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue is located at 10405 Southern Blvd. in Royal Palm Beach. If you would like to learn more about fostering or adopting through this local nonprofit, call (561) 684-1010 or visit www. justinbartlettanimalrescue.org.

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If there’s one thing that Wellington-area families cherish more than our wonderful lifestyle, it’s our animals. Many of these pets live like kings with good food, lots of love, plenty of room and medical attention when they need it. But what about those not so lucky? Life can be grim for animals who find themselves lost, abandoned or stuck in a shelter. Luckily, there are a number of nonprofits that have stepped in to save them.

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Amber’s Animal Outreach Amber Nelson was just seven years old when she started helping established rescue operations in Broward County. Now 18 and living in Loxahatchee with her parents Kelly and Troy, Amber has already logged three years as a foster parent for a number of dogs through her own organization, Amber’s Animal Outreach. Kelly explained that their nonprofit is not facility-based, but rather a foster operation. “Amber takes in dogs that are about to be euthanized unnecessarily, gets them back to health and fosters them until they are adopted,” 40

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she said. “Many of the dogs are lovestarved when she gets them. We also get calls from people going into nursing homes, who love their pets but can’t take them with them. If we can help, we do. Even though we are small, Amber saves hundreds of dogs every year.” Like most rescues, the challenges for Amber’s Animal Outreach are twofold — getting funding and finding the right home for the right dog. The hard-working teenager depends on donations acquired primarily through fundraisers and her Facebook page. In an effort to find poten-

tial adopters, Amber and her supporters spend just about every other weekend at PetSmart, hoping to find homes for the dogs. She also is a presence at Roger Dean Stadium during baseball games. “All this started because Amber couldn’t stand the thought of dogs being put down,” Kelly said. “As her mom, just seeing her following her dream makes me happy. Her love and compassion are amazing. She was home-schooled and just graduated this year. We’ll see where her path takes her now.” To support Amber Nelson in her mission, visit www.aaodog.org.

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Animal Rescue & Sanctuary On six acres in western Loxahatchee, Elizabeth Accomando operates Barky Pines Animal Rescue & Sanctuary together with her husband Steve, and daughter Mary Montanaro. The group received its nonprofit status in 2015, although they’ve been rescuing all kinds of animals for the last 20 years. “We take in dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, ferrets, turkeys, tortoises, cows, pigs... everything except horses, and that’s only because of the expense. Most come from Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control, and we take them, so they are not euthanized,” Elizabeth explained. “The small dogs have their own building, and the larger dogs are in a different building. The chickens are in coops. The cows roam the entire property.” Although small, Barky Pines has rescued hundreds of animals. “We do fundraisers and are always looking for sponsors,” Elizabeth said. “Our for-profit business is a mobile auto body repair, but all the leftover money from that goes to the animals. We also apply for and receive grants, but we are always, constantly on the hunt for funding. Right now, we need more housing to save more lives.” Elizabeth and her family take care of all the animals themselves. “We’re in the trenches, not just sitting on a board. Once an animal is rehabilitated, we find it a home,” she said. “We do screenings on our potential adopters, but the geriatric dogs generally stay here for sanctuary, and we hospice them and care for them until it’s time for them to move on. We also find family companions for families with special needs. Some dogs go on to become comfort dogs after we have taken our time to make them that type of pet.”

The work is difficult but rewarding. “It’s a lot of work for no money, but getting them better, healing them — especially the ones that we can adopt out — it brings such joy, not only to the dog or cat, but also to the family,” Elizabeth said. “Making that match, completing their family; now that animal gets love in a home of its own.” Once an animal is adopted out, Elizabeth stays in touch with the family through social media. “It’s our Barky Family, as we call it,” she said. “We love hearing all the stories and about the joy and happiness that the animals are bringing to the families.” Learn more about Barky Pines at www. barkypinesanimalrescue.com. (Right) Barky Pines takes in dogs at risk of being euthanized. (Below) Mary Montanaro and Elizabeth Accomando of Barky Pines Animal Rescue with Sugar and Cocoa. PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN

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Luv-A-Pet You don’t need lots of acreage to rescue animals. In Royal Palm Beach, Denise Willoughby has put together a group of volunteers who foster pets in their own homes. While Willoughby works full-time at a nursing hospital, foster volunteer Kat Calloway helps keep things humming along at Luv-A-Pet. “Denise used to foster animals through Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control (ACC),” Calloway explained. “But it bothered her that she never got to see where the animals were going. So, she gathered together a group of ladies she knew and founded Luv-A-Pet in 2004.” Key to the operation is the M*A*S*H (Mobile Animal Surgical Hospital) unit, where veterinarian Dr. Virginia Sayre donates her time to provide low-cost vaccines, as well as spay and neuter services for area pets. Volunteers like Calloway allow the unit to park on their property, then take to the web to publicize its current location. “We’re small, but we try to make an impact wherever we can,” Calloway said. “We take in dogs and cats we get via word-of-mouth, Facebook and the ACC, if they’re full. We also take in strays.

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Some of these animals are broken, some are sick, some have astronomical medical bills, but Denise won’t turn them away. I find that admirable. Because we have no designated space of our own, we are completely dependent upon our foster volunteers.” Calloway got involved in 2015 when her son was earning community service hours by showing some of the foster kittens at PetSmart in Royal Palm Beach, in hopes of finding adoptive homes for them. In addition to adoption events, Luv-A-Pet uses Petfinder, Facebook and word-of-mouth to place the rehabilitated animals. “Some kitties who needed fostering came my way, and it became a labor of love,” Calloway said. “I have two dogs of my own but have since determined that I am a cat person. I only take in cats and kittens.” More than 100 cats have since found their way through Calloway’s home. “I own the ‘crazy cat lady’ label,” she smiled. “As for Luv-A-Pet and Denise, I will never leave her. She genuinely cares for and loves the animals and will do whatever needs to be done to give them happy lives.”

Luv-A-Pet held its big auction fundraiser at the end of August and hosts other events to raise money throughout the year. All proceeds go toward caring for the animals. Although the need is great and the task is daunting, the loyal volunteers at Luv-A-Pet never miss a beat to save lost souls. Learn more about this nonprofit at www. luvapet.net.

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Danny & Ron’s Rescue Ron Danta and Danny Robertshaw had always rescued dogs, but things got official when the pair jumped in to save 600 suddenly homeless pups following the devastation of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. That’s when they organized as the nonprofit Danny & Ron’s Rescue. Based in Camden, S.C., where they work as horse trainers, Danny and Ron have long been providing dogs for Wellington families that they meet at equestrian events. Their story has been immortalized in the documentary Life in the Doghouse, currently available on Netflix. Danny and Ron have turned their own house into the ultimate safe haven, personally caring for injured and abused animals until they are ready for adoption. Each dog receives a wellness check from a veterinarian, then is spayed/ neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, groomed and loved like part of the family. Prior to Katrina, Danny and Ron would go to the shelters, save four or five dogs from euthanasia, rehab them a bit and adopt them out to friends in the horse community. “We’d go to the greyhound kennels, where 150 dogs were scheduled to be put down, pick up six or 44

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Busy Bee and Humphrey wait for Ron Danta and Danny Robertshaw on the golf cart. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JULIE JP

eight greyhounds and take them home to our South Carolina campus,” Ron recalled. “Since Katrina, we’ve rescued 11,500 dogs.” The couple were at their second home in Wellington when that deadly storm changed their lives. “We had just bought a house in Wellington the year before, so we were there when all the chaos began,” Danny said. “Many of our friends were involved with the horse rescue, but when we turned on the TV and saw all the stranded animals, we felt that that was where we could really fit in. It touched our hearts and caused us to take big steps in that direction.”

(Above) Danny Robertshaw and Ron Danta on their golf cart with a pack of dogs. (Left) The couple at Beaver River Farm in Camden, S.C.

Since then, they’ve rescued dogs from junkyards, freed animals chained to trees and saved abandoned pets living on the streets. They rescue overbred, long-caged puppy mill dogs; bait dogs used in dog fighting; and shelter dogs about to be euthanized. “In Danny’s barn, we used to do cats, too,” Ron said. “We had cages on both sides of the aisles and caging across the aisle and over the tack room. We used to call it the Kitty Hilton. But once we started doing such huge numbers of dogs, well, it’s hard to rescue dogs and cats in that volume and keep them all safe. So, we focused on dogs.” While they love to place dogs in loving Wellington homes, they also support the work of the many other animal rescues. “With five airlines showing the Netflix movie, we get calls from California, from Europe, from far away,” Ron said. “We ask them to go to their local shelters and save a life.” “All we want is awareness in the world,” Danny said. “If each person who appreciated our movie would help one animal or one shelter, that’s total gratification for us.” Learn more about their mission at www. dannyronsrescue.org.

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Tina is a four-year-old terrier mix. She misses her four-legged friends who have found forever homes, but she is also happy for them. She hopes someone will eventually adopt her as well, although she has been rejected time and again. Tina is blind, but what she lacks in vision she certainly makes up for with a huge heart. She has a lot to give. One local law firm is determined to find Tina, and other dogs like her, a forever home. Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith is dedicated to giving back to the communities it serves. The personal injury law firm, with 11 lawyers and four local offices, including one in Wellington, still abides by the moral directive of its founder, Joe Lesser. In 1927, Lesser founded the firm by opening an office in West Palm Beach. He believed in providing excellent representation for the firm’s clients — that

was a given. Lesser also believed strongly in giving back to the community, noting, “In the time we have on this earth, we have the opportunity and obligation to make a difference in some way.” One of the many ways in which the firm tries to make a difference is through its Paws for Patriots campaign. Longtime Wellington resident and law firm partner Mickey Smith is particularly proud of this initiative. “This program is a partnership with Big Dog Ranch Rescue,” Smith said. “We seek to place dogs from the ranch, ages two and up, with veterans and first responders. The law firm has commit-

Firm partners Mickey Smith and Glenn Siegel with sponsored dog Tina.

ted to paying the adoption fee for 100 such placements.” What he loves about the Paws for Patriots initiative is that he is unsure who benefits the most from it. “Anyone who has ever had a rescue animal knows that wellington the magazine | september 2019

(Left) Ivette Jardines with sponsored dog Angel. (Right) Angel spends time with Glenn Siegel and Brandy Billinghurst.

“Our heart is with the underdog and trying to make things better,” Attorney Mickey Smith explained. the emotional tide quickly turns,” said Smith, who has had several rescue animals through the years. “Initially, we feel the rescue was fortunate to find us. We soon come to realize, though, how truly fortunate we were to find the rescue. That’s a universal truth.” The initiative began in November 2017, and there are still openings for interested veterans and first responders. Paws for Patriots grew out of another partnership with Big Dog Ranch Rescue, Every Dog Deserves a Home. Smith said he is extraordinarily proud of firm partner Glenn Siegel’s tireless work with the local nonprofit, and with Every Dog Deserves a Home specifically. “Glenn created this program,” Smith said. “Every month, the firm uses its social media clout to place the spotlight on a dog that is harder to adopt because of factors such as age or physical disability. Since the program began in May 2017, 27 dogs have been showcased and 21 have been adopted.” For his part, Siegel humbly calls it “a labor of love.” Every Dog Deserves a 48

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Firm partner Glenn Siegel is a big supporter of the nonprofit Big Dog Ranch Rescue.

Home is also an ongoing program, with the law firm again paying the adoption fee. The firm’s goal is to find a forever home for all of its sponsored dogs, including Tina. The law firm has been involved in other projects for animals in the western communities. For example, Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith sponsored a room at Big Dog Ranch Rescue that is painted in a courtroom motif. Earlier this year, the firm sponsored the Rotary Club of Wellington’s Kevlar for K9s raf-

fle that raised money to buy Kevlar protective vests for PBSO K9s. Smith believes that the firm’s affinity with these animal-related projects arises from the personal injury work that is the firm’s focus. “We fight insurance companies all day long on behalf of individuals and families who are suffering,” he explained. “Our heart is with the underdog and trying to make things better.” Smith added that the law firm has been very impressed by the tireless work done by the animal rescue groups in the western communities, but they cannot do it alone. “It is vitally important that local businesses and professionals leverage both their dollars and their contacts to help support these deserving groups,” he said. “After all, Wellington is known worldwide because of its connection with horses, and the local economy certainly benefits from that connection with animals. It’s only fair that we give back to less fortunate animals right here in our midst.” For more info., contact Smith at msmith@ lesserlawfirm.com or (561) 655-2028.

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Gwen Gottlieb Helps Clients Boost Their Brand’s Influence Story by Callie Sharkey • Photos by Abner Pedraza

Gwen Gottlieb has found a way to have it all in life by exploring her passion for creativity while helping others build their brands. Several years ago, Gottlieb was looking for something to complement her day job as the marketing director at Florida Eye Microsurgical Institute. This led to her new business, known as Gwen Lives Well. “I was looking for something I could do in my spare time — something that would let me express my creative nature,” Gottlieb explained. So, she melded her interests in the current cultural, food and social media trends to find success as a lifestyle influencer. She uses a vast network of online connections to put her clients’ message directly in the path of potential consumers. “I love the Instagram community of people I’ve ‘met.’ I’ve gotten to ‘know’ folks from all walks of life, and believe it or not, have had several real friendships develop as a result,” Gottlieb said. This one-woman army is equipped with a valuable skill set in a global economy driven by social media outlets. She has a strong client list ranging from hotels and restaurants to other businesses, and Gottlieb thrives on opportunities to collaborate. “Social media is an amazing way to reach additional potential customers. Add that element to your traditional advertising methods, and you’ve got a more well-rounded campaign,” Gottlieb said. “What sets me apart from other influencers is that I’ll always go the extra mile for my clients. I treat their brand with respect and consideration. I do my best to present and help meet the client’s goals, whether it’s brand awareness, more sales or growth on social media.” Another reason that her clients find Gottlieb a perfect fit for their campaign strategy is her ability to stand apart in a field teeming with young internet influencers. She has a depth they often lack, and the capacity to connect with both younger and older crowds. In addition, Gottlieb enhances her work with a multi-strategy approach. “Potential clients can contact me for information on branding campaigns, or anything else related to marketing, public relations and business development, including web site copy, brochures, press releases, blog posts and any other creative copy needs,” she said. Since Florida Eye Microsurgical Institute has four loca-

tions, one of which is in Wellington, this gives Gottlieb frequent opportunities to spend time in an area she has come to enjoy. “I just love being in Wellington any chance I get — terrific restaurants, people and the community as a whole,” she said. “I also enjoy working with the Wellington Chamber of Commerce. It’s one of the most dynamic and active chambers I’ve ever been involved with.” Her reputation as a seasoned foodie and Florida lifestyle influencer have also given Gottlieb some fun and unique experiences. “I was thrilled to be a judge at this past year’s Flavors of Wellington event,” she recalled. “I had a blast meeting other judges and sitting next to Mayor Anne Gerwig, a fellow judge.” With experience in a variety of subjects, working on evwellington the magazine | september 2019

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erything from Canada Dry to Wells Fargo projects, Gottlieb is always excited to see what potential clients want to pursue. She has also worked with businesses outside of Florida, including the Hermitage in Nashville, Tenn., and the Peabody in Memphis, Tenn. “Currently, my particular strengths lie with Instagram, and I’m also trying to spend more time working on my blog, Gwen Lives Well. I would also like to work more on my Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter accounts,” Gottlieb said. “My

business is a work in progress. I’m always evolving — looking for ways to grow my own brand while doing my best to deliver what my clients expect.” Gottlieb is also on the lookout for travel information, great vacation spots and new product lines that she can share with her network of followers. “I like to tell my clients, ‘Let’s grow together,’” Gottlieb said. “I’m available to brands, restaurants and really any business that wants assistance in getting the word out about what they do.” She approaches every client and project with personal attention, tailoring individual quotes for any potential venture. “I am an award-winning newspaper creator and publisher, award-winning television documentary writer and an experienced corporate communications specialist,” Gottlieb said. “My social media persona is authentic.” Outside of travel and managing her own Instagram account, @GwenLivesWell, she loves to cook for her family, do Pilates and yoga. Between herself and her husband Gary Gottlieb, a principal partner with the commercial real estate firm Avison Young, they have four children, two in New York and two in South Florida. Contact Gwen Gottlieb through direct message on her Instagram account @GwenLivesWell, e-mail gwen@gwenliveswell.com or visit her blog at www.gwenliveswell.com.

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Technology Services Department Keeps The Village Of Wellington Working At The Speed Of Business By Callie Sharkey

Technology stretches across every facet of modern life. There are always new and innovative ways to use digital tools, which is a perfect way to describe the Village of Wellington’s Technology Services Department — commonly referred to as the “IT” department, short for the industry term “information technology.” “It’s the 21st century, and we are the least visible but one of the most important departments because every single department is using some facet of mobile, tablet, laptop or desktop system to monitor things, record things, make alerts or create reports,” Chief Information Officer William Silliman explained. “More and more of the work is going less and less analog, so everything is pretty much digital nowadays.” As times change, the IT department continues to integrate and upgrade every section of the village’s operations to improve the flow of work. As businesses and the community continue to develop more tech-savvy habits, Silliman’s sevenperson team is on high alert at all times. “The most critical issue I tell my staff

is if e-mail, internet or telecommunications goes down, drop everything and figure it out,” Silliman said. “Security is also a big concern. We are constantly monitoring and watching everything from phishing scams to ransomware. We try and watch every little piece — making sure everything is backed up in a way that is recoverable.” Technology Services continues on a strong path forward as they roll out improvements during a special three-year plan. The five-phase project includes upgrading the entire system to an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software that streamlines everything for staff and residents from paying utility bills to building codes. “Every iteration of the web site gets

better as we try to keep it simple, friendly and easy to use,” Silliman said. “We’ve got a really great department and very smart people, and there is always something to improve. I don’t want IT to be a hole into which you pour money. We shop around, and with each innovation are working to save Wellington time and money. The key is we don’t perpetuate the way things have always been done.” Perhaps one of the most striking changes to IT over the years is the integration of a quality Geographic Information Systems (GIS) team to support the village as a whole. GIS Manager Nicole McPherson, who first worked for Wellington in 2004, returned home in 2010 to run an innovative team that is making big strides in

(Left) Ian Ainbinder, Karyn Ahwai and Adam Watson. (Right) Nicole McPherson and Christian Nakotey.

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the field and winning honors for creativity. “We just received the 2019 Florida Excellence in Technology Award from the Agency for State Technology for our Emergency Operations GIS Portal,” McPherson said. “We have mobile apps collecting damage assessments that is connected to the FPL map of their outages and the county’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC).” Essentially, this portal allows workers in the field after an emergency, like a hurricane or severe storm, to upload data including images and location information directly to the EOC. This allows senior staff to look at damage assessment information in as close to real time as possible, and decisions for dis-

patching repair teams and assistance is based on reality instead of speculation. “Eventually, the idea is to have something publicly accessible so people can see real-time road closures and more after an emergency,” McPherson added. “Our team is awesome. I can’t do what I do without IT. They are so critical, and they don’t get the credit. I’ve had other people, including outside vendors, tell us our IT is amazing, and they are right.” GIS is now a part of our everyday lives, whether we know it or not. Programs like Google Maps is one popular example of GIS in action, and IT is always finding new ways to use it. “I used to challenge the team to think outside the box, and now I don’t have to — they just do it,” Silliman said. “I’ll

play devil’s advocate and am always asking ‘what if’ so we can identify potential problems. Having redundancy means that the end users, both residents and village staff, don’t even know there was an issue.” That’s all part of the department’s primary goal to always keep the machine running. “Wellington uses a cloud-based system, so that it is not just reliant upon village hall being here. If it was gone to tomorrow, the data is still up and running, and you could go to a neighboring community and still function, pay bills and use the web site,” Silliman said.

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In the grand scheme of a growing Wellington, IT is striving to ensure the least amount of impact for residents, businesses and employees. Having layers and backup plans in place allow Technology Services to keep the entire community connected and running smoothly. After working in the private sector, and now at the village for the past seven years, Silliman feels more connected to his work than ever. “I like the public sector. Being a resident here, I know who I’m working for, while in the private sector, I didn’t get to see the end user,” he said. “Instead, I’ve got the entire environment of Wellington. When we use a road application for surveys, I actually see the roads being paved. It just keeps going and growing each year.” Silliman likes the fact that Wellington does not have a fear of technology, which is one thing that brought him to his current position. “It’s one of the reasons why I came to Wellington,” he said. “While getting my water bill information filled out, I looked around and thought, ‘Wow, they’ve got a lot of technology.’ I pulled out my iPad, found a position and started applying right then and there.” That was in the past, and thanks to Technology Services, Wellington is ready for the future.

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Karen Allen is good with numbers, and she’s great with people. After spending more than a decade as a mortgage lender, she transitioned to real estate and is determined to help buyers and sellers with what she calls “one of the most significant transactions of their lives.” A native of Brooklyn, Allen has been a resident of Palm Beach County for 35 years, where she currently heads up the Karen Allen Group at Keller Williams Luxury Homes International in Wellington. “My father and sister moved to Florida, so I wanted to be near family for my kids growing up, and to have an opportunity to buy a home here,” she recalled of her decision to relocate to the Sunshine State. Mortgage lending was a natural fit for her, but as it turns out, it was only part of Allen’s journey. “My background is in financing, and I worked on Wall Street,” she said. “I really enjoyed the financing end, given my background, but wanted to help people on the other end. That is when I got into the real estate field.” Allen’s passion for being of service to others is a primary reason why so many of her clients come back to her time and again, and refer her service to friends, family and co-workers. “I love helping people and to look out for them in every way,” she said. “I have worked with many first-time home buyers, investors and luxury properties. I have been with Keller Williams for almost 18 years full time, and two years ago moved to the Wellington office, where I currently have a team of my own.” Allen prides herself on staying steps ahead of the competition by keeping up with the latest industry changes and innovations.

“At Keller Williams, we specialize in technology and are a learning-based company,” Allen said. “I am a designated luxury agent and have been a top-producing agent since entering real estate. I have been a board member of the Agent Leadership Council for 14 years and have served on the culture and charity committees each year.” She’s equally at home working with first-time or experienced home buyers. Whether a property is luxury or distressed, Allen and her team know how to close the deal. “I am both passionate and dedicated, and I believe in being honest and ethical to do what it takes with my knowledge and commitment to make each transaction a special one,” Allen said. She believes that her experience and creativity give her an edge when it comes to selling homes in the shortest period of time while achieving maximum value. The same can be said for helping buyers identify their perfect home at a fair monetary estimate. She stays involved in every step of every transaction, which provides clients with both a sense of security and well-being. As comfortable as she may be in any kind of situation, Allen does have her preferences. “I love boating, so ocean/waterfront properties are among my favorites to sell,” she said. “Florida has so many other opportunities as well, such as golf communities, equestrian and aeronautical neighborhoods.”

Wellington is one place where she enjoys doing business. “Wellington has so much to offer,” Allen said. “Whether it be estate homes, equestrian properties, waterfront properties, A-rated schools, as well as an abundance of community activities, including concerts, festivals, events and more.” To contact Karen Allen, call (561) 8188403 or visit www.karenallengroup.com. wellington the magazine | september 2019

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The B-12 Store Offers An Array Of Popular Vitamin Injections Story by Deborah Welky • Photo by Abner Pedraza

The B-12 Store, a unique concept with locations across Florida and beyond, opened recently in the Mall at Wellington Green. Along with a line of vitamin supplements, the B-12 Store also offers vitamin injections that are growing in popularity in today’s health-conscious society. “We offer a full range of vitamin injections for people’s general health,” owner Mary Karatal explained. “We have vitamin C, B-12 and D-3. We also have a range of lipotropic shots for weight loss.” The store also carries two specialty shots: Glutathione and the Amino Blend. “Glutathione is increasing in popularity — it is a master-antioxidant, supports liver health and aids in treating inflammation in the body,” Karatal said. “It is also wonderful for brightening the skin and treating acne and eczema. Some of our clients who have arthritis or an autoimmune disorder have seen an improvement after regular Glutathione injections.” Also available is Biotin for hair, skin and nails. “Our Biotin shot is wonderful for people who want to stimulate hair growth; have thicker, softer hair; and encourage nail growth as well,” she explained. Karatal is a Florida native. “I grew up on the west coast of Florida in beautiful Clearwater,” she said. “After graduating college at USF, I received a Fulbright Fellowship and lived abroad for some years. I finally moved back to Florida four years ago.” She first learned about vitamin injections while seeking to solve her own health challenges. “I have been diagnosed with a severe vitamin B-12 and D-3 deficiency twice over the past 10 years,” Karatal said. “It was through this eye-opening experience that I learned about the effectiveness and importance of vitamin injections. After my last diagnosis, I started taking B-12 and D-3 pills

but felt little difference in my everyday health. It was only after receiving regular B-12 and D-3 shots at the B-12 Store’s Sarasota and Pembroke Pines locations that I saw a quick turn-around in my energy level and mood.” Karatal then decided to open a location herself. The B-12 Store in the Mall at Wellington Green opened Feb. 1. “Wellington is a community that is focused on wellness, and we’re so happy to be a part of it,” Karatal said. “Many of our customers come in having done their research or, having already had injections in the past, know exactly what they want. Many of them mention that their increased energy gave them a much-needed boost at work or at home.” The B-12 Store makes getting a vitamin injection simple and convenient. It is open seven days a week, including evenings. “Clients can trust that we are offering only the highest quality, medical-grade injectable vitamins available,” Karatal said. “We run under the direction of our medical director, Dr. Chris Ham, who actually owns the four B-12 Stores in the Tampa Bay area, and everything in our store is FDA approved and administered by a licensed nurse. There are many people who are actually recommended to receive a B-12 injection on a regular basis. For instance, vegans, vegetarians and people who have undergone gastric sleeve surgery. People no longer have to make a doctor’s appointment for something as simple as a vitamin B-12 shot.” Karatal said that there are many benefits to giving vitamin injections a try.

wellington | health “Increased energy and better sleep are the two benefits that we hear about the most,” she said. “We also have many athletes and personal trainers using the Amino Blend, and they have said that there is a true difference in their performance and muscle tone.” Another specialty increasing in popularity are custom cocktails, such as the Immunity Shot. “We actually have several local doctors who come in for the Immunity Shot when they are starting to feel like they are coming down with something,” Karatal said. “We also have clients who come in for this injection when they are about to take a long flight or a cruise. Our Revival Shot is also highly effective and is perfect for when someone is feeling incredibly tired or when they know they have a very busy week coming up.” Karatal noted that her team is made up of experts who specialize in helping customers feel comfortable. “We have an amazing group of nurses who are extremely knowledgeable and really take the time to get to know our customers and their needs,” she said. The B-12 Store is located in the Mall at Wellington Green at 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 213. For more info., call (561) 513-6919 or visit www.theb12stores.com. Mary Karatal of the B-12 Store.

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Serving acai bowls packed with flavorful bursts of rainforest super fruit and granola, SoBol is a different take on fast food, and Wellington is home to the first Florida franchise. “We call it ‘the better bowl,’” said Nick Pesko, SoBol’s director of marketing. “It became so popular on Long Island after our first location opened. People kept asking, ‘Can you open one in my town?’ So, we decided to franchise.” Wellington resident and New York native Suzanne Madison, mother of four girls, is the proprietor of SoBol’s 37th location. While there are 36 others across the northeast, SoBol’s first Florida home is in the Courtyard Shops of Wellington. SoBol is a departure from the more typical fast food, and Madison describes it as a great alternative for breakfast, lunch or just an anytime go-to snack. “My older daughter suffers from food allergies, like gluten and dairy. So, I’m always looking for something that’s not commonly found to eat,” Madison said. “I taught for 15 years in New York working with autistic children, many of whom are on restrictive diets. I feel strongly about the product and wanted to offer a healthy alternative to the Wellington community.” At SoBol, you’ll get only the fresh-

est of ingredients. “Our granola is gluten free. It’s raw oats, almonds and cashews. So, it’s protein and fiber,” Pesko explained. “The acai has an energyboosting agent. There’s a really positive feeling you get. It’s gluten free, and vegan and vegetarian friendly. It’s vegan if you take off the honey completely. We’re dairy free. We use no dairy in any of our menu items. We’re traditionally soy, almond or coconut milk, as well as apple juice and acai juice.” The bowls are also served up fast, making it convenient for those on the go. “We try to keep it as simple and quick as possible, and it allows us to get you your bowl in what we hope to be two minutes or less,” Pesko said. “That’s our goal every time. So, it’s a quick service, fast-food-style restaurant, but we focus on a healthier alternative to your traditional fast food. Everyone’s looking for healthier options out there.” The café primarily serves acai bowls and fruit smoothies. “We blend everything fresh daily and carve our fruit fresh each day for our customers, and everything is made to order, so all our

At SoBol, you’ll find products packed with super fruits, such as pitaya and acai.

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From fresh fruit bowl to smoothies, there’s much to try on the menu at SoBol.

bowls are customizable to whatever it is you like,” Pesko explained. Each bowl starts with two layers of homemade granola and comes with SoBol’s puree. “If it’s the Acai Bowl, it’s acai berry that’s flash frozen that we get shipped directly to us from the Amazon, and then our blend with strawberry-banana and a splash of soy milk, that’s like a thick fruit smoothie. Then on top of that, you get fresh-cut strawberries, bananas and blueberries, as well as coconut flakes and a drizzle of honey,” Pesko described.

What’s different from other concepts, he said, is the way the bowls can be customized. “You can customize that one bowl any way that you like, so if you don’t like blueberry, you can take it off, and add any of our other standard or specialty toppings,” Pesko said. Specialty toppings include all-natural peanut butter, almond butter and Nutella, as well as fresh-cut kiwi and pineapple. Aside from the popular Acai Bowl, there are other flavorful options. The Green Bowl is made with spin-

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as well as some outdoor seating. SoBol is looking to expand the brand across Florida, including Tampa, as well as Delray Beach and Boca Raton. Pesko is upbeat on SoBol’s future in the Sunshine State. “It’s incredibly delicious and invigorating,” he said. “I think it’s what people are looking for to live and lead a healthier lifestyle.” And for franchise owner Suzanne Madison, opening up shop in Wellington is an opportunity to become entrenched in the community with SoBol’s

healthy options, as well as involve her four daughters, ages nine to 27, helping to empower them to do things on their own and showing them that they, too, can do anything they put their minds to, whether it’s for their health or their career path. SoBol is open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. They’re busiest at lunchtime and plan to offer delivery service soon. The restaurant is located at 13860 Wellington Trace in the Courtyard Shops. For more information, call (561) 631-9900 or visit www. mysobol.com.

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wellington | dining guide Agliolio Fresh Pasta & Wine Bar (12793 W. Forest Hill Blvd. in the Wellington Plaza) offers a fine dining experience at casual dining prices featuring fresh pastas and homemade sauces. For more info., call (561) 798-7770. Aroma Indian Cuisine, located at 730 Village Blvd. in West Palm Beach, serves delicious Indian food seven days a week, including a buffet lunch and dinner. For more info., call (561) 619-6437 or visit www. aromawestpalmbeach.com. Backstreets Neighborhood Bar & Grill is located in the Wellington Plaza at 12771 W. Forest Hill Blvd. For more info., call (561) 795-0100.

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. Kabuki has brought its affordable and delicious Japanese and Thai cuisine to Wellington. The restaurant is located at 2465 S. State Road 7, Suite 100, in Wellington. For more information, visit www.kabukiwpb. com or call (561) 323-4888.

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. Paradise Indian Cuisine serves authentic Indian food for lunch and dinner, including an all-you-caneat lunch buffet. It is located at 7667 Lake Worth Road. For more information, call (561) 812-3958 or visit www.flbiryani.com. Stonewood Grill & Tavern in the Pointe at Wellington Green serves up exciting flavors in a casually sophisticated setting. Call (561) 784-9796 or visit www.stonewoodgrill.com for more info.

Casa Tequila, a restaurant featuring delicious Mexican cuisine, is located in the Wellington Plaza at 12795 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 11A. For more info., call (561) 557-1378 or visit www.casatequilafl.com.

Kaluz Restaurant, an upscale dining experience serving New American cuisine, recently opened in Wellington. Kaluz is located at 2025 Wellington Green Drive just off Forest Hill Blvd. For more info., call (561) 784-5500 or visit www.kaluzrestaurant.com.

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 more info., call (561) 355-5900.

Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine at La Fogata, featuring a full menu for lunch and dinner. The restaurant is located in Wellington’s Town Square shopping plaza at 11924 W. Forest Hill Blvd. For more info., call (561) 422-1641 or visit www.lafogatawellington.com.

Centanni Italian Restaurant is located in the Village Walk community at 2540 Village Walk Circle. Catering is available. Call (561) 642-8700 for info.

Experience the tastes of the world atop a burger at Lindburgers Restaurant in the Wellington Courtyard Shops at 13860 Wellington Trace. For info., call (561) 753-0555 or visit www.lindburgers.com.

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.

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.

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. For more info., call (561) 7849055 or visit www.toojays.com.

Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers is located at 10600 W. Forest Hill Blvd. near the Mall at Wellington Green. For more info., call (561) 333-9939 or visit www.mellowmushroom.com/wellington.

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.

From delicious antipasti to a fine selection of wines, Italian food lovers will feel right at home at Franco Italian Bistro at 10160 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 103, in the Pointe at Wellington Green. For info., call (561) 615-1551 or visit www.francoitalianbistro.com. 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.

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wellington | calendar Monday, Sept. 2 • The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will meet on Monday, Sept. 2 at 7 p.m. at the Okeeheelee Park Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.). Call Roy Moore at (561) 307-7792 for info. Tuesday, Sept. 3 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Sunflowers for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 3 p.m. Learn about the life cycle of plants. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. Wednesday, Sept. 4 • Wellington will host a Community Partners Roundtable on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 9 a.m. at the Wellington Community Center to discuss upcoming fall and winter events taking place throughout the village. All organizations attending will also share what events they have taking place. This event will offer networking opportunities for the organizations. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Recycled CD Animals for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 3 p.m. Turn old CDs into cool, colorful animals. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • Check out the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida on Wednesday, Sept. 4 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Panera Bread (11131 Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach). For more info., contact Alexa Rubin at (561) 632-7791 or arubin@gssef.org, or Peggy at suvm@ phienixsu.com or (561) 723-1285. Thursday, Sept. 5 • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert by the Wolfpack Band, along with food trucks, on Thursday, Sept. 5 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar. • The Women of the Western Communities will meet Thursday, Sept. 5 at the Wellington National Golf Club, with a happy hour at 6 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. RSVP to Tara Zimmerman at tara@zaflorida.com. For more info., visit www.womenofthe westerncommunities.org.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Writers’ Critique Workshop for adults on Thursday, Sept. 5 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. Friday, Sept. 6 • The West Palm Beach Antiques Festival will be held Friday, Sept. 6 through Sunday, Sept. 8 at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. Visit www.wpbaf.com for more info. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free screening of the movie Captain Marvel on Friday, Sept. 6 at 8 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. Saturday, Sept. 7 • The Wellington Rotary Club will host the Race for the Red & Blue First Responders 5K on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 7:30 a.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater. For more info., visit www.wellington5k.com. • The Wellington Historical Society will host a Who’s Who Picnic on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center. Longtime residents are invited to help identify people in pictures from early Wellington. Visit www.wellingtonhistoricalsociety.org for more info. • Wellington Cares will host a free event celebrating National Grandparents Day on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mall at Wellington Green’s Live 360 room. For more info., call (561) 568-8818 or visit www.wellingtoncares.org/events. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Eagles tribute concert by the Long Run Band on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/calendar for more info. Monday, Sept. 9 • St. Peter’s United Methodist Church will celebrate its 40th anniversary on Monday, Sept. 9 at 6:30 p.m. with dinner, a program and music. Reservations are required. For more info., call (561) 7935712 or visit www.stpeters-umc.org.

Tuesday, Sept. 10 • The Village of Wellington is partnering with Wellington Regional Medical Center to present a senior symposium on “Treatment Options for Atrial Fibrillation” on Tuesday, Sept. 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center. Call (561) 791-4796 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its STEAM Club for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 10 at 3 p.m. Use your science, design and engineering skills to make the longest chain you can, using only construction paper and scissors. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington Village Council will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info. Wednesday, Sept. 11 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Super Crafty for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 3 p.m. Unleash your inner hero by creating Captain America’s shield. Call (561) 7906070 for more info. • The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Wellington Regional Medical Center, will host an evening of networking at WRMC’s new Wound Care Center (1397 Medical Park Blvd., Suite 180) on Wednesday, Sept. 11 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments and facility tours will be provided. For more info., visit www.cpbchamber. com. • The Village of Wellington will host a Remembrance Ceremony to honor the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Wellington Patriot Memorial (12198 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Book Discussion on The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henriquez for adults on Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m. Copies are available at the research services desk. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

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Saturday, Sept. 14 • The 10th annual Florida Marine Flea Market & BBQ Festival will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Sept. 14 and Sunday, Sept. 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more info., visit www.flnauticalfleamarket.com. • The South Florida National Cemetery (6501 State Road 7) will host POW-MIA OREE 2019, an outdoor remembrance and education event, on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 9 a.m. For more info., visit www. pow-mia-oree.com. • The Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida will host a Fall Product Rally on Saturday, Sept. 14 from noon to 2 p.m. in the Live 360 room at the Mall at Wellington Green. For more info., contact Alexa Rubin at (561) 632-7791 or arubin@gssef.org, or Peggy at suvm@phienixsu.com or (561) 723-1285. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Bruce Springsteen tribute concert by the Boss Project on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www. wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for more info. Sunday, Sept. 15 • The Loxahatchee chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Everglades Habitat (3491 Flying Cow Ranch Road, Wellington) on Sunday, Sept. 15 at 8 a.m. Call Paul Cummings at (561) 963-9906 for more info. • Stop by the International Polo Club Palm Beach for its Wedding Venue Showcase on Sunday, Sept. 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to discover the many amenities that are available. This free, open house event will feature sample menus and tastings, complimentary champagne, example décor displays, local vendors and more. For more info., e-mail events@ internationalpoloclub.com. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Sporty Stories for ages 2 to 6 on Sunday, Sept. 15 at 3 p.m. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. Monday, Sept. 16 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Aquapainting for Adults with Special

Needs on Monday, Sept. 16 at 10:15 a.m. Enjoy using water and paintbrushes to make nature images appear. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. Tuesday, Sept. 17 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Marble Run for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 3 p.m. Engineer the best way from A to B with found materials. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. Wednesday, Sept. 18 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Marvel Superheroes Adventure Game for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, Sept. 18 a 6 p.m. Like Dungeons & Dragons? Can’t wait for the next Marvel movie? Come play as a famous hero. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Air Garden Terrariums for adults on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 6:30 p.m. Decorate a small round terrarium, perfect for an air plant or mini fairy scene. Materials will be provided or bring your own. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. Thursday, Sept. 19 • The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce will host the Progress Palm Beach County Economic Summit on Thursday, Sept. 19 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the West Palm Beach Marriott (1001 Okeechobee Blvd.) with a networking breakfast, breakout sessions and a luncheon. For more info., or to RSVP, visit www.cpbchamber.com. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Tween Advisory Club for ages 10 to 12 on Thursdays, Sept. 19 and Sept. 26 at 2:30 p.m. Brainstorm and develop the kinds of activities you like. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert by the Samantha Russell Band, along with food trucks, on Thursday, Sept. 19 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/ calendar.

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wellington | calendar • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Truman Capote: The Making & Breaking of a Celebrity on Thursday, Sept. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Learn more about the famed author in this lecture presented by Palm Beach State College professor Dr. Matt Klauza. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

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Friday, Sept. 20 • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free screening of the movie Dark Phoenix on Friday, Sept. 20 at 8 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. Saturday, Sept. 21 • The 29th annual Gigantic Garage Sale will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more info., visit www.southfloridafair.com. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free U2 tribute concert on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar for info. Sunday, Sept. 22 • The Wellington Rotary Club will host its United Nations Peace Day Ceremony on Sunday, Sept. 22 at 3 p.m. at the Wellington Rotary Peace Park (1825 Royal Fern Drive). For more info., visit www. wellingtonrotary.org. Tuesday, Sept. 24 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Bird Feeders for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 3 p.m. Make sustainable bird feeders, just in time for the fall migration. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Line Dancing for beginners and experienced dancers on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 6:30 p.m. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington Village Council will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for info. Wednesday, Sept. 25 • The Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida will host Badge Night on Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Barnes & Noble (10500 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington). For more info., contact Alexa Rubin at (561) 632-7791 or arubin@gssef.org, or Peggy at suvm@phienixsu.com or (561) 723-1285. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a College Information Workshop for ages 12 and up on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. Representatives from Palm Beach State College will guide students and their parents through the college application process. Call (561) 790-6070 for info. Thursday, Sept. 26 • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert by the Brass Evolution Band, along with food trucks, on Thursday, Sept. 26 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar. Friday, Sept. 27 • Wellington’s Community Services Department will host a Feel Good Friday Dance for ages 55 and up on Friday, Sept. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center with dance instructor Barbara Gonzalez. Visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/calendar or call (561) 791-4796 for more info. Saturday, Sept. 28 • The Countdown 2 Zero Adoption Event will take place Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center. This free event is the county’s largest annual pet adoption event. For info., visit www.countdown2zero.org. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Journey tribute concert by Odyssey Road on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/calendar for more info. Sunday, Sept. 29 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Teen Takeover for ages 12 to 17 on Sunday, Sept. 29 at 2 p.m. Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

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