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When the qualifying period for the Royal Palm Beach municipal election closed on Thursday, Jan. 10 at 5 p.m., only incumbents Richard Valuntas and Jan Rodusky had filed to run, winning new terms without opposition. Page 3

Panther Ridge Facility At Odds With Lox Code Enforcement

Panther Ridge Conservation Center, formerly based in Wellington, has found a new home in Loxahatchee Groves, but it has run afoul of the town’s code inspector. Executive Director Judy Berens was at a Loxahatchee Groves Town Council workshop on Tuesday, Jan. 15 to discuss the issue. Page 4 The NRI Institute of Health Sciences graduated 26 students in its associate of science in nursing (registered nurse) program on Saturday, Jan. 12 in ceremonies held in the center court of the original Wellington Mall. Shown above are Wesley Peralte, Keda Paul and D.J. Peralte with Elijah, Bernard and Fransise Charlestant. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 5 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Lox Council Denies Request To Allow More Than Two Workers At Residential Businesses

Wellington Seniors Club Members Enjoy Equestrian Luncheon

With the winter equestrian season now underway, Wellington Seniors Club members gathered for a special luncheon on Wednesday, Jan. 9 at Palm Beach International Equestrian Club to take in a horse show during the first week of the 2019 Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington. Page 7

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council on Tuesday denied an appeal by Dustin Ertle that a residential enterprise can have workers pick up equipment at the residential site to deliver to a job site.

Town Attorney Michael Cirullo explained that the request was a quasi-judicial hearing to consider an appeal to an administrative ruling regarding residential enterprises and whether a contractor picking up equipment at the site is considered an employee.

Attorney Michael Weiner, representing Ertle, whose property is on Bryan Road, said earlier this year, Ertle’s personal attorney had requested an interpretation of the town’s land development code in connection with Ertle’s business on the property.

“Specifically, the question was, does an employee who goes to a residential enterprise and picks up equipment in order to deliver it to a job site located off premises of the residential enterprise count as an employee?” Weiner said, explaining that Ertle’s business is a contracting company that specializes in foundation and utility work at construction sites.

Ertle said he purchased the property in July 2016 because it was zoned for a residential enterprise.

He understood that he would have a limit of two employees working at the premises. He has a bookkeeper and an executive assistant working at the site.

However, on a daily basis, he has between six and eight vehicles entering and leaving the property with equipment, spending about 15 minutes there before going to construction sites. Ertle claims

that his business is similar to other businesses in the area, including construction companies and landscapers with as many as 70 trucks entering and leaving.

Weiner said that the town’s code regulates the property and not the number of employees on the property who spend most of their time beyond the town’s borders.

“The clear and unambiguous meaning is that the ordinance is regulating the number of employees at the property,” Weiner said.

“It is not regulating the number of employees conducting the owner’s business elsewhere.”

Weiner added that an interpretation that employees cannot enter and leave the property would also affect neighboring businesses that conduct similar operations with more than two employees.

James Miller, Ertle’s personal See LOX COUNCIL, page 4

Proposal Would Replace Players Club Building With Luxury Residences

By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report Property owner Sperin LLC recently submitted a series of four concurrent proposals to the Village of Wellington which, if approved, would allow the company to build up to 62 luxury residences on a 5.55-acre parcel of land near the intersection of South Shore Blvd. and Greenview Shores Blvd.

The land, controlled by equestrian businessman Neil Hirsch, is currently zoned as a commercial recreation (CR) property and is commonly known as the Players Club, although it was most recently the home of Suri West restaurant.

Located at 13410 South Shore Blvd., the property has long been associated with the equestrian industry. However, it is located adjacent to, but not part of, Wellington’s Equestrian Preserve Area.

Hirsch has owned the land through Sperin LLC since 2001, when he purchased the main parcel for $1.9 million. An adjacent parcel, included in the 5.5 acres, was purchased a year later, both from Palm Beach Polo Inc., according to Palm Beach County property records.

The proposal involves four different amendment applications that were officially submitted and filed with the Village of Wellington on Jan. 8. The applications are being kept together while working their way through the review process. The first of several public meetings on them could be held as early as March.

The first proposal, project 19002, involves a change in village zoning rules. Currently, zoning rules do not allow for buildings to exceed 35 feet in height, except along the State Road 7 corridor.

Since the proposal includes a four-story building, the zoning text changes requested seeks additional flexibility in building height.

According to the proposal, “As residential build-out has nearly

been reached, and the demand for residential housing continues to increase, physical restrictions to residential development such as building height limitations must be relaxed to allow for increased residential density to meet this demand.”

Plans for the new development include a main four-story building with an underground garage housing 54 resident units, and a second three-story building, also with underground parking, accommodating another eight units, for a total of 62 multi-family residences and 145 parking spaces.

The next three proposals — projects 19-003, 19-004 and 19005 — are specific only to the site itself. These applications are all concurrent, and they include amendments to the village’s comprehensive plan for the area, as well as the master plan and site plan for the property.

Because land development regulations require a justification of need for an amendment, the application provides an assessment of the space.

“The property is located outside the Equestrian Overlay Zoning District (EOZD) and holds a commercial recreation (CR) future land use designation,” the application notes. “Other properties with a CR designation located outside of the EOZD tend to be large parcels utilized for golf courses, polo fields, and their supporting infrastructure and businesses. Unlike these parcels, the subject property is smaller and irregularly shaped, making it less suitable for these types of uses. Additionally, a saturation of commercial recreation uses exists in this area, to the point that any additional uses are less likely to be profitable than ever before. However, vacant residential use properties, particularly those which allow medium densities, are exceedingly sparse in the village.”

Essentially, the proposal argues that the current zoning of commerSee PLAYERS CLUB, page 4

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By M. Dennis Taylor Town-Crier Staff Report The public is invited to start the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday reflecting on the late civil rights leader and participating in an inspiring morning with friends and family at the 17th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Monday, Jan. 21.

The Caribbean-Americans for Community Involvement (CAFCI) and the Village of Royal Palm Beach will present the annual event, which will be hosted at the newly remodeled Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center (151 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach).

Beginning at 8:45 a.m. with a free continental breakfast, the two-and-a-half-hour program kicks off promptly at 10 a.m. The theme of this year’s celebration is, “The time is always right to do what is right.”

“CAFCI helps those of Caribbean ancestry, trying to improve

life for them,” said Dennis Wright, president of the nonprofit organization, who explained that the on-going event is a partnership between CAFCI, the Village of Royal Palm Beach and the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County.

Wright said that Royal Palm Beach Mayor Fred Pinto will be there, along with other village officials. Wright also anticipates that elected officials from neighboring communities will attend.

“We expect dignitaries from local governments and the Palm Beach County Commission to bring greetings,” he said.

The free program will feature a wide variety of entertainment from new and returning performers. Local youth and artists from all over South Florida will be featured.

“The invocation will be delivered by Father Brian Campbell of Our Lady Queen of the Apostles Catholic Church, and Aubin Robinson will serve as master of

ceremonies,” Wright said.

The keynote speaker will be retired local attorney Debra Chandler, a native of Palm Beach County who earned her law degree at Florida State University. She was a public defender in the 15th Judicial Circuit for 25 years and an adjunct law professor at Florida Atlantic University. An expert in criminal justice and constitutional law, Chandler is also the first vice president of the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County.

The MLK Day event is popular with the local residents and is also well attended by people from all over the county. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the continental breakfast and to ensure a seat. “We get more people attending every year and expect up to 500 this year, 600 with the children,” said Elet Cyris, organizer of the event for all 17 years.

Cyris said that the event has See MLK EVENT, page 4

On Saturday, Jan. 12, the League of Yes hosted its second free baseball showcase at Wellington’s Village Park. The event was designed to provide an opportunity for kids of all abilities the chance to experience the thrill of the game in a relaxed, supportive setting. More than 50 volunteers and nearly 20 young players took to the field for a game of fun in a judgement-free zone. The next game is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 9. Shown above, buddy Jordan LaPira with Mallori Schultz.

MORE PHOTOS, PAGES 10 & 20 PHOTO BY CALLIE SHARKEY/TOWN-CRIER

Artists Inspire Students Through Murals At WLMS

By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report At Wellington Landings Middle School, the growing fine arts program is about more than putting a brush to canvas. All of last week, the school hosted two talented, upand-coming artists, Kole Trent and Nick Ringelstetter, giving them the campus itself as a platform to create original works of art.

“Our school was built in 1987, and we are getting a lot of renovations through the penny sales tax referendum that was passed in 2016,” WLMS Principal Blake Bennett said. “In the midst of all that beautification, we are always looking for ways to bring art to our kids. We wanted kids to be excited to come to school and like what they see.”

The plan worked, and now instead of the original idea for one mural by one artist, there are now 10 different, unique art pieces on display throughout the campus.

From brick walls to garbage cans, Trent and Ringelstetter have transformed the campus and put artwork in place to reach every demographic within the school.

The first mural commissioned was a full wall depicting a natural scene of the Everglades. The piece was meant to accent the existing Positive Behavior Support Garden, but it did not take a week as anticipated.

“I knocked that out in like eight hours,” Trent said. “Control is key. This is my first time doing mural work with cans ever. All the backgrounds are blurry can-work,

and all the foregrounds, a lot of my pinpoint brush work.”

The pieces by Trent and Ringelstetter are meant for long-term enjoyment and inspiration. All the work is made with exterior and UV weatherproof paints, and the art is sealed with a clear coat to protect it.

“High-end paint in the cans work amazingly on the surfaces you can’t really hand paint; it would destroy the brush,” Ringelstetter explained. “We have every single tip they make for spray cans from skinny caps to big bold lines, and then we have every spray can, so we have low pressure valve nozzles to high pressure valve nozzles.”

While the artists met two years See MURALS, page 3

Nick Ringelstetter and Kole Trent in front of the completed “Sea Turtles In Space” mural at Wellington Landings.

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RPB Election Canceled After Incumbents Draw No Challengers

By Denis Eirikis Town-Crier Staff Report When the qualifying period for the Royal Palm Beach municipal election closed on Thursday, Jan. 10 at 5 p.m., only incumbents Richard Valuntas and Jan Rodusky had filed to run, winning new terms without opposition.

This prompted Village Clerk Diane DiSanto to cancel the election via a formal letter to Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Susan Bucher.

It is the first time in nearly a decade that no one has stepped

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continued from page 1 ago and have crossed paths many times at art shows, it wasn’t until they ventured to Art Basel in Miami that they began a plan for collaborative work. The internationally renowned shows are a driving force in the art world across the globe.

“We have similar demographics when it comes to people who relate to our work, and I saw him at a show and instantly related to it,” Trent said. “Just a couple months ago, he had a show in my hometown, our Cocoa Beach Art Show, and we’ve been sharing a gallery and doing a bunch of promotional work — taking on everything together at this point. He is mentoring me. He’s got about 10 years on me when it comes to experience.

forward to challenge any of the incumbents running in a Royal Palm Beach election. In fact, in recent years, village elections have been sharply contested and sometimes decided by small margins. In the recent history of Royal Palm Beach, there were no elections in 2005, 2007, 2011 and now 2019.

The upshot of the non-election is that Valuntas, the Group 2 incumbent, and Rodusky, the Group 4 incumbent, will retain their seats for another two years. Their new terms set to extend until March 2021.

Rodusky told the Town-Crier that she is honored to be able to serve the residents for the next two years.

“I will do my best to keep the tax rate as it is without an increase, work with staff to offer more public art programming and focus on maintaining the quality of life,” she said. “The biggest issues in 2019 are: finding ways to minimize traffic and increase mobility, the development of the Southern Blvd. property and other potential sites, and maintaining safe and secure parks. I heard loud

and clear that residents do not want the Village Golf Club land rezoned for residential. I will honor their wishes.”

Rodusky and her husband Andy moved to Royal Palm Beach in 1996 to raise their children. She holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology and a master’s degree in public administration, both from Kent State University.

Rodusky has worked for more than 24 years in the nonprofit sector. She has extensive experience in fund development, grant writing and grant making, currently serv-

ing as chief grants officer for the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County.

Rodusky was appointed to the council in 2016 to fill a vacancy.

She was elected to a complete term in March 2017.

Valuntas, who could not be reached for comment, was most recently elected to the council in March 2017, but he previously served on the council from March 2010 through March 2016.

Valuntas is a board-certified criminal appellate attorney who has practiced law in both the

public and private sectors. Valuntas obtained his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in criminology from Florida State University, later returning to FSU to earn his law degree.

A village resident since 2002, he has been an active member of the community long before being elected to the council. He was a member of the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Advisory Board from 2002 to 2010 and volunteered as an assistant baseball coach for the Youth Baseball Association of Royal Palm Beach.

So, I’m learning a lot from him.”

The “Sea Turtles In Space” mural is their first collaboration, and right now they both have work on display at a gallery in Cocoa Beach. The space background was first layered down by Ringelstetter, then Trent came in and added the green sea turtles.

Both young artists are selftaught, self-proclaimed doodlers back in school, but the similarities in their backgrounds ends there.

Trent is a Florida native, while Ringelstetter hails from Wisconsin. Trent’s parents were always big supporters of his work and encouraged him to make a life of it. Even his brother, Kyle Trent, switched career paths to take over as manager for the business.

“As a self-sustained artist, I have to do all the paperwork and everything, so I only made four paintings last year, and that drives me nuts,” said Ringelstetter, who is grateful to have both Trent broth-

ers as partners now. “This whole mural at this school puts me right in the epicenter of what I absolutely wanted to do for a living.”

Meanwhile, All the attention from the students made the artists feel like superstars.

“Kids ask me, ‘How did you get started,’ and I tell them you’ve gotta put yourself in the opportunities and the places where people are going to see you and get exposed,” Trent said. “When you do a show, you can meet anywhere from 1,000 to 10,000 people a day.

And just that in itself, one percent of that can be a collector, and that will make the whole year. Or, you have a thousand little kids come up and buy your miscellaneous stuff.”

The scope of the project caught even school officials by surprise.

“We had no idea this would be so big. They are all over this campus, and the kids are so excited and engaging them and asking questions,” Bennett said. “The

journalism kids interviewed them for our student newsletter, the TV production kids have been interviewing them, and we have video morning announcements with all these daily segments on why they did this piece, what inspired it and how does it tie in with science.”

The inspiration reaches beyond schools, as cameraman and friend Jamaal Eveillard shares. He is documenting Trent’s journey through the ranks of the art community.

“I grew up with Kole in high school, and we played football together,” Eveillard said. “He really inspired me because I saw how much he was into his craft and surfing. Then all of a sudden, one day he said, ‘I’m gonna drop everything and pursue art.’ It planted a seed in my life. Kole inspires me every day to pursue what I love.”

The ultimate goal of this mural tour is 18 different projects, in reference to Trent’s lucky number.

“We believe in starting with the

younger generations and let them see our work and grow into it and be creative,” Trent said.

As their current tour schedule evolves, the artists plan to branch out of Florida and work their way

across the country.

For more information about the work of Kole Trent and his gallery, visit www.backsideart8.com.

Learn more about Nick Ringelstetter at www.atomic7studio.com.

Kole Trent and Nick Ringelstetter also upgraded the butterfly garden on campus.

Nick Ringelstetter gave different themes to a variety of pillars.

PHOTOS BY CALLIE SHARKEY/TOWN-CRIER

Kole Trent with the originally commissioned Everglades mural.

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Panther Ridge Facility At Odds With Lox Code Enforcement

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report Panther Ridge Conservation Center, formerly based in Wellington, has found a new home in Loxahatchee Groves, but it has run afoul of the town’s code inspector.

Executive Director Judy Berens was at a Loxahatchee Groves Town Council workshop on Tuesday, Jan. 15 to complain that Panther Ridge, a nonprofit organization that shelters large felines, is controlled by the rules of the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, which has sole discretion over agencies that protect captive wildlife. Therefore, the five-acre property at 2143 D Road is exempt from rules of local governments, Berens explained.

“I have moved my nonprofit to Loxahatchee Groves, and it is a conservation center for endan-

gered exotic cats,” Berens said, referring to the town’s wildlife ordinance, stating that the exhibition of wildlife pets is permitted as regulated by state law, and that the town had stricken local codes regulating wildlife in deference to state law.

Elizabeth Felton, a member of the board at Panther Ridge who attended the meeting with Berens, said code enforcement officer Barry Trombley visited the property and cited violations there regarding the fence height.

“Ms. Berens called me the first time that Barry showed up at her property,” Felton said. “She was very upset, and I said, ‘Please put him on the phone.’ I’ve dealt with this in other counties. I spoke with Barry and let him know that there’s a memorandum that came from Florida Fish & Wildlife that

states only Florida Fish & Wildlife has discretion to make any rules or regulations, and I’m pretty sure your town has come to understand that because it’s all stricken. He said, ‘Well I don’t make the rules.

I just follow them.’ I said, ‘Well, you can’t enforce an unconstitutional rule.’”

Felton said she asked Trombley to call Florida Fish & Wildlife and ask for its legal department, and they would provide him with a copy of the memorandum.

She spoke with the head of law enforcement for Fish & Wildlife, who told her that no one from the town had contacted him asking for a copy of the memorandum, but she had a copy, and would provide e-mail contacts to the town if it wanted to get a copy directly from Fish & Wildlife.

“We also have an issue with

Barry showing up on the property without a warrant,” Felton said.

“He is not qualified to go out with our animals. He does not have the training or the legal standing to be walking onto a property where there are jaguars. He is presenting a danger to himself, and a liability to us. If, for some reason, somebody does make a complaint, we will happily walk anybody through who needs to be walked through, if there is a legitimate violation.”

Felton said that Berens had applied for a fence permit pertaining to a bill that was signed into law last year.

“The state does not want agricultural properties to be doubly enforced,” Felton said. “If you’re doing agricultural business or agritourism, they don’t want you to jump through state, federal

and then local ordinances. It just becomes too much.”

Mayor Dave Browning urged Berens and Felton to get their issue on the agenda for the council’s next regular meeting, so it could take action, but Felton said she wanted to talk with council members because the matter was going to go before the town’s special magistrate.

“These are fictitious violations of ordinances that we’re being written up for,” Felton said. “They don’t even exist on your books.”

Town Manager Bill Underwood said Town Attorney Michael Cirullo has been in touch with Florida Fish & Wildlife.

“We’re waiting for legal at Fish & Wildlife,” Underwood said. “It appears that they were supposed to check with the town that it was OK, or you were supposed

to check with the town.”

Felton disagreed. “None of that is true, and I can show you right here in the memorandum,” she said.

Underwood said Cirullo is waiting for a response from Florida Fish & Wildlife to see that it follows its rules to the letter.

“We’re aware of your situation,” Underwood said.

Councilwoman Anita Kane asked how Panther Ridge got on the code enforcement radar, and Underwood said someone had contacted the town when a truck delivering raw meat to the facility was blocking the road.

Felton invited council members and residents to come out and visit the center.

“People tend to be afraid of what they don’t know,” she said. “Come out and know us.”

ITID Holds Workshop On New Road Plan; Public Hearing Jan. 31

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Indian Trail Board of Supervisors held a workshop on its proposed R3 road improvement plan and heard presentations by staff on the workings of the district for the benefit of new supervisors on Saturday, Jan. 12, followed by a bus tour of the district.

ITID President Betty Argue explained that the R3 plan will create a new unit of development to improve road sections that benefit all Acreage-area residents, rather than place an undue financial burden on the residents of a particular unit of development.

It will be set up similar to the M1 and M2 drainage basins, which are units of development that focus on drainage, and the residents of those respective units collectively pay assessments for drainage.

Unlike incorporated municipal governments, ITID is a limit-

ed-purpose government, and any improvements must be benefit assessed, Argue said.

“We call it a unit of development, but it’s actually the drainage basin, so all of the people in the M1 basin share the expenses of the drainage in the M1,” she said.

“In the M2, all of the units that are activated there share the cost of the drainage.”

Argue went on to explain that the R1 and R2 road plans were created to bring pavement closer to people’s homes. The R1 plan brought pavement to within one mile of homes, and the R2 plan brought pavement to within a halfmile of homes.

“We’re going through the same process right now with the R3 in essentially determining what would be consistent in the plan, who would benefit from the plan,” Argue said. “Whoever benefits from it must share the cost of it.”

The R3 plan developed as supervisors saw that there were traffic issues around schools, fire stations and public facilities, as well as roads that are used as cut-throughs. The supervisors decided that correcting the problems should be shared by all property owners, not just residents of each particular area.

“The one that is most wellknown is 180th Avenue,” Argue said. “It’s a millings road. There are people there who drive that road every day. Because of the traffic on that road for the two schools, for Friedland Park, and just the residential traffic alone, it was really just beat up.”

The road has been re-milled several times at great expense to ITID, which led to an effort to get the road paved in order to reduce maintenance.

“We were told it’s not in a road plan, and the reason is that it was

not put in a road plan,” Argue said.

“It should have been put in a plan when the schools were built.”

Argue explained that the school district paved the roads directly in front of the school property.

“Now they’re having trouble getting in and out [of the school],” Argue said. “It started to highlight the issues that we’ve been having in that area. The only way to address them is by putting them in a road plan.”

Argue added that paving is considered a major capital improvement, rather than maintenance.

“We then took a step back and said, ‘We have all these other issues throughout the district that have consistent themes.’ They serve parks, they serve schools, they serve the ITID facilities, and then we have the issue with the fire station here and with 61st Street North,” she said.

Argue said that the R3 plan ad-

dresses about a dozen traffic issues in one package, rather than going through the complicated and long process of getting them approved individually.

Another, more controversial issue that the plan will address is dirt roads that are considered cutthrough streets used by motorists to avoid heavier traffic on arterial or connector roads.

“Some of these are just small sections, but they’re being used as cut-through traffic from major roads like Northlake and State Road 7,” Argue said. “We’ve had numerous complaints, not to mention maintenance issues, speeding and dust.”

Argue said the R3 plan will save the district money, although it will involve a large up-front cost.

“We have to first-class mail every single taxpayer affected by this. That, in itself, the cost is enormous,” Argue said. “So, we want

to get it right, and we don’t want to have to do this again next year.

We want to get a little bit of forethought looking into the future.”

Argue stressed that everything in the plan is to address current problems, not future problems that are anticipated with the development of GL Homes and the City of Westlake. “There has been some criticisms out there from residents that it is to facilitate development,” she said. “It absolutely is not. That has never entered into our discussion. It has always been to address our current issues.”

ITID Attorney Mary Viator explained that the R3 plan takes steps to create a more complete road system and fill in the gaps that remained after the R1 and R2 plans were complete.

A public hearing on the plan is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 31 at 6 p.m. For more information, visit www.indiantrail.com.

Village To Host Inaugural Wellington Classic Brew Fest Feb. 16

Attendees will be able to sample a wide variety of craft beers and hard ciders at the inaugural Wellington Classic Brew Fest, hosted by the Village of Wellington in conjunction with BrewFest Partners, on Saturday, Feb. 16 from 3 to 7 p.m. at Wellington’s Town Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Boulevard). Early access VIP ticket-holders can enter at 2 p.m.

Guests 21 and over can enjoy an impressive array of craft brews and hard ciders from Florida and beyond, accompanied by an assortment of food trucks and other craft beer-centric games and entertainment. Live music will be

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Rules For Residential Businesses

continued from page 1 attorney, said he had spoken with county code enforcement who told him it has an ordinance that allows contractors to store equipment and trucks at residential enterprises. Miller added that Ertle is a local contractor for FPL in the event of an emergency.

Weiner added that many of the town’s residential enterprises have been in operation for a long time, and an interpretation denying Ertle’s appeal would also affect them.

Jim Fleischmann, the town’s

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Plans Calls For 62 Residences

continued from page 1 cial recreation is not an efficient use of the land, and it would be better to address housing issues instead.

There is little point in changing the site’s future land use designation unless there is an increase in allowed residential density. Project 19-004 requests the designation for the property to be changed from commercial recreation to Residential F, or multi-family, allowing for up to 12 residences

provided by the Andrew Morris Band, playing top country hits and classics, in addition to southern and classic rock.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online (service fee applies) or in-person at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) during normal hours of operation.

VIP pass admission costs $60 with sales ending Feb. 15. General admission costs $40 in advance and $45 at the gate. For the list of breweries participating, and to purchase tickets online, visit www. wellingtonclassicbrewfest.com.

Parking will be limited. Wel-

lington Classic Brew Fest guests are encouraged to use the free shuttle service from the Mall at Wellington Green. Shuttle pick-up and drop-off will be located in front of the Beauty and the Beeeef Burger Bar (10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd).

Shuttles will begin running at 1:30 p.m. and will run continuously to and from the event. The last shuttle will depart at 7:15 p.m. Those who wish to remain on site for the Tribute Music & Food Truck Festival are advised to use alternative means of transportation.

Guests using a ride share service such as Uber or Lyft are asked to use the designated Uber/Lyft

drop-off and pick-up area located in front of Wellington’s Village Hall (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) to help reduce traffic congestion and avoid delays.

Wellington’s Tribute Music & Food Truck Festival, Feb. 14-16 and Feb. 21-23, will be occurring within the same area on the day of the event. The free festival features a limited selection of food trucks on site from 5 to 9:30 p.m. and a free Foreigner tribute by 4NR2 at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) at 7 p.m. For details, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/amphitheater.

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continued from page 1 been standing room only every year. She added that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s work is more relevant in the current day than ever.

“People have been asking for [the celebration], especially now

with what we are going through in this country,” Cyris said. “It is helping the community come together.”

Wright also believes that the annual celebration helps the community. “It gets different groups speaking to each other,” he said.

For more information about the event, call (561) 790-4002, e-mail info@cafcipbc.org or visit www. cafcipbc.org.

planning consultant, said Ertle was appealing a finding of town staff that he could not operate the way he is now because the code limits the number of employees to two who can work outside the business office, regardless of the time that employee spends onsite.

“Any employee or contractor who enters or exits the site on a given day is subject to the maximum limitation,” Fleischmann said. “Based on the staff analysis, an employee who goes to a residential enterprise and picks up equipment in order to deliver it to a job site located off premises… is counted as an employee.”

Fleischmann added that a residential enterprise must be an accessory use to a residential unit or an agricultural use.

“Accessory use is defined as

a use naturally and customarily incidental, subordinate and subservient to the principal use of the premises,” Fleischmann said.

“It certainly does limit uses that claim to be a residential enterprise and essentially are principal uses.”

During public comment, Julie Villar, who lives near the Ertle site, said there are more than six to eight vehicles per day entering and leaving the site, some of them semi-trailers.

“I’ve tried to go to work only to have the road blocked by semi-trucks delivering spools,” Villar said. “Trucks in and out, in and out. I’ve been run off the road twice. This is supposed to be agricultural/residential. This is full-blown commercial.”

Vice Mayor Todd McLendon

asked Ertle how many employees can be found at the site at the same time, and Ertle said about 15.

“Is that something you would envision being low-impact for a residential neighborhood — 15 [employees] with semi-trailers?”

McLendon asked.

“No, I would not consider that low impact,” Ertle replied.

Councilwoman Phillis Maniglia said she felt residential enterprises operating as full-blown commercial operations have been allowed to happen due to village officials looking the other way.

“Since we’ve been a town, if it’s a buddy, that’s OK, and I’m a little sick of that,” Maniglia said.

“That’s why these other people come into town, and they think things are OK. I think we need to make a change in our ordinance

because I don’t see it getting better.”

McLendon agreed that the town’s code rules need to be looked at.

“I don’t think the intention was ever to have 18-wheelers and 17 employees at one given time on a residential street,” he said. “Are there other people violating this code? Absolutely, there are, and is it unfair that he is being penalized and the other people may be getting away with something. That isn’t fair, but we’re here to discuss whether this particular property is meeting it or not.”

Councilwoman Anita Kane said there are other avenues for Ertle to pursue, including asking for a rezoning classification.

“If this was the end of this man’s business, then I would real-

ly be having an ethical and moral dilemma here, but it isn’t,” Kane said. “There is another avenue for him to come back and ask for a rezoning classification.”

Fleischmann said approving Ertle’s request could open other residential/agricultural businesses to full-scale commercial or industrial operations.

Mayor Dave Browning said the ordinance was written to give homeowners with small businesses the opportunity to operate from their homes.

“It was never anybody’s intent to make an accessory use into an industrial enterprise,” Browning said. “It was to help the person with a small shop.”

McLendon made a motion to deny the appeal, which carried 5-0.

per acre. This would change the capacity for the existing land to accommodate up to 66 units, even though the request is for only 62 in total.

The site plan review in project 19-005 is intended to clean up the organization of several parcels into one plot of land for development. It also outlines information on parking and expected impacts on traffic in the area. A clear purpose of the project and intended demographic is also outlined in this project.

“The purpose of this development is to create a residential community for residents who wish to enjoy the benefits of the village’s outdoor amenities and activities without the hassle and significant cost of owning and maintaining an

upscale, single-family property or estate,” the application explains.

“This project is intended to be marketed to residents who would otherwise seek housing options in other parts of Palm Beach County during Wellington’s equestrian season.”

Since the project is designed for equestrian-loving residents, the location near equestrian facilities is important to the proposal.

These requests are in the earliest stages of review, with many hurdles yet to come throughout the approval process.

According to the village’s Planning, Zoning & Building Department, standard procedure for any proposal requires review by several village departments

before being sent to the Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board for review. If the proposal proceeds on its current track, and passes the departmental review stage, the applications could be on the agenda for the board’s March 13 meeting.

If approved by the Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board, the proposal then proceeds to the Wellington Village Council for discussion and review. While there will be opportunities for the public to weigh-in on the issue, no formal public hearings are scheduled at this point.

All four applications are available as public records, and the documents, ranging from 12 pages to more than 100 pages, are available for viewing through the village

A conceptual rendering of the entrance canopy to the proposed development. web site at www.wellingtonfl. home page, then click on “Plangov. Click on “Planning Zoning ning & Zoning Projects” under & Building” on the left side of the quick links.

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NRI Institute Of Health Sciences Graduates 26 Nursing Students

The NRI Institute of Health Sciences graduated 26 students in its associate of science in nursing (registered nurse) program on Saturday, Jan. 12 in ceremonies held in the center court of the original Wellington Mall. All the nursing graduates are now eligible to take the NCLEX examination for licensure as registered nurses in the United States.

NRI, based in Royal Palm Beach, offers degree programs in diagnostic medical sonography and registered nursing. The degrees were conferred in a formal ceremony highlighted by a number of guest speakers. Dan Splain, NRI’s chief administrative officer, served as master of ceremonies for the program.

The invocation was pronounced

by Pastor Michael Rose, and Royal Palm Beach Mayor Fred Pinto

congratulated the graduates and commended them for their perseverance and tenacity in completing the program. Other dignitaries on hand to honor the graduates included RPB Councilman Jeff Hmara, former RPB Education Board Chair Lynn Balch and retired emergency department physician and RPB Rotary Club leader Dr. Sharada Ram Bhandary.

Three of the graduating nurses — Jude Blanchard, Shivaynee Singh and Brian Bastos — delivered short speeches highlighting their experiences as nursing students.

The commencement speaker was Lorna Kernizan, chief operating officer at Palms West Hospital.

Kernizan has been COO at Palms West for almost four years and has been a healthcare administrator for 30 years. She shared with the grad-

Student speakers Shivaynee Singh, Brian Bastos and Jude Blanchard.

uates that her mother was a nurse and a fantastic role model due to her caring and compassionate approach to nursing.

Kernizan urged the graduates to remember that the patients they will interact with are at extremely vulnerable times in their lives.

She encouraged the new nurses to use all the technology available to them to aid a patient, but reminded them that what patients remember most is kind and compassionate care on a person-to-person basis.

Degrees were conferred by Elizabeth Stolkowski, president of the school, who serves as nursing program director. Family members pinned the nurses with the pin that is emblematic of their profession.

A posthumous degree was awarded to the late Devi Sookdeo Singh, who tragically died in an automobile accident during her

Guest speaker Lorna Kernizan of Palms West Hospital.

NRI Institute of Health Sciences faculty members at the event.

studies. She was a class leader and role model for other students. Her daughter Shivaynee is a member of the graduating class as well.

Dr. Joseph Kloba, retired provost of Palm Beach Atlantic University, delivered the benediction and shared anecdotes with the new nurses from his own health scare last year.

The NRI Institute was founded in Royal Palm Beach in 2013 and merged with the Ultrasound Medical Institute in 2015 to increase healthcare educational opportunities for Palm Beach County residents. The school is licensed by the Commission on Independent Education of the State of Florida and the Florida Board of Nursing, and it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

For more info., call (561) 6885112 or visit www.nriinstitute.edu.

Dr. Joe Kloba, retired provost of Palm Beach Atlantic University, at the podium.

Graduate Brian Bastos with his family.

Nursing degree graduates gather for a group photo.

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WELLINGTON SENIORS CLUB MEMBERS ENJOY EQUESTRIAN LUNCH AT PBIEC

With the winter equestrian season now underway, Wellington Seniors Club members gathered for a special luncheon on Wednesday, Jan. 9 at Palm Beach International Equestrian Club to take in a horse show during the first week of the 2019 Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington.

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MaryEllen Stellar, Doreen Godes and Hilde Wanklin.

Maria Nastasi, Maria Anatra, Jerry Springer, Kim Cafaro, Lucia Puglisi, LuAnn Puglisi and Liz Monaco.

Sherie Scalzitti, Mark Nappi, and Marian and Patrick Stone.

Tony and Mary Alfalla greet attendees.

James Mandolos, Hermine Palmer, Nancy Salviola and Elizabeth Graham.

Sharon Schwartz, Barbara Hastings Griffin and Pat Bregar.

Frank Anderson, Mary Alfalla and Jacqueline Anderson.

Wendy and Howard Marin, Joan and David Rothenberg, and Debbie and Stuart Turgel.

Joyce Cole, Sondra Teitel, Lynda Gusaeff and Sharon Fleischman.

CAFCI INSTALLS NEW OFFICERS AND BOARD MEMBERS AT RPB CEREMONY

The Caribbean-Americans for Community Involvement (CAFCI) inducted its new board of directors for 2019 on Saturday, Jan. 12 at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center. Royal Palm Beach Mayor Fred Pinto was on hand to conduct the swearing-in ceremony.

Board members include President Dennis Wright, First Vice President Genieve White, Second Vice President Rhonda Ferrin-Davis, Treasurer Diana Bishop-McIntosh, Recording Secretary Doreen Baker, Corresponding Secretary Audrey Smith and directors Pamela Fraser, Winsom Genus-Martin and Carolyn Hmara. CAFCI is an organization dedicated to assisting and serving the community with a particular focus on the Caribbean culture. For more information, visit www.cafcipbc.org.

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Director Pamela Fraser is sworn-in by Mayor Fred Pinto.

Nova Brown and Dennis Wright.

Audrey Smith will serve as corresponding secretary.

Diana Bishop-McIntosh being sworn-in as CAFCI treasurer.

Rhonda Ferrin-Davis will serve as second vice president

Genieve White being sworn-in as first vice president.

Mayor Fred Pinto installs Dennis Wright for another term as CAFCI president.

Dr. Cedric Lynch addresses the gathering.

CAFCI Director Carolyn Hmara with Royal Palm Beach Councilman Jeff Hmara.

NEWS BRIEFS Sign Up For ‘American Equestrians Got Talent’

“American Equestrians Got Talent” is back on track with a finale set for Sunday, March 17 at 6 p.m. at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival VIP tent (13500 South Shore Blvd. Wellington).

AEGT was created by six-time Olympian Robert Dover, as a fundraiser for the Emerging Athlete Program for Dressage. Now in its fourth season, AEGT has begun its 2019 talent search. Online auditions are open at www.aegtusa. com, and live auditions will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 6 and Wednesday, March 6 at Romeo’s Italian Restaurant (13889 Wellington Trace, Suite A14, in the Wellington Marketplace).

AEGT will crown the grand prize winner with $10,000. Three runners-up will receive cash prizes as well.

The auditions are an opportunity for performers across the equestrian community to showcase their non-horsey talent. Last season’s competitors included musicians, singers and dancers. Every type of performer is welcome, such as magicians, contortionists, comedians, jugglers and everything in between. Those wishing to participate should submit a video no longer than three minutes. For updates, registration forms, audi-

tion tips, venue information and to submit an online audition, visit www.aegtusa.com Discover Dressage, founded by Kimberly Van Kampen, supports and underwrites American Equestrians Got Talent.

For more information about USEF’s Emerging Athlete Program for Dressage, visit www. usef.org.

Kids Yard Sale Returns Feb. 2

The guest speaker will be Dr. Tina Discepola, a board-certified physician and acupuncturist who has been a pioneer in the field of integrative medicine for more than 20 years. She will discuss medical cannabis and whether it is right for you.

The event will also include chair massages, light refreshments, skin evaluations and more.

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Drill Team Bunco Fundraiser

The Village of Royal Palm Beach will host its annual Kids Yard Sale on Saturday, Feb. 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Veterans Park, located at 1036 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. Kids growing too fast? Did they receive too many presents this year? Come clean out your child’s room or get great bargains on items for children. Items range from infant goods, clothing, toys and kids’ athletic gear, available at great prices in a relaxing park setting. For more information, call (561) 753-1232.

The Outsiders Drill Team will host a bunco game fundraiser on Tuesday, Jan. 29, starting at 6 p.m. at the Pirate’s Well restaurant at 12041 Southern Blvd. A $10 donation is requested per player. Prepay to secure your seat and receive one free raffle ticket. Many prizes will be given out. There will also be a 50/50 raffle and raffle baskets. For more info., visit www.facebook. com/theoutsidersdrillteam.

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Register For Free Valentine’s Day Group Wedding

Dor Life Spa & Wellness Center, located in the original Wellington Mall at 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 18A, will host a “Canna Talk Health & Wellness Education Seminar” on Saturday, Jan. 26 at 3:30 p.m.

Are you getting married or planning to renew your vows? If so, the office of Palm Beach County Clerk & Comptroller Sharon R. Bock has a Valentine’s Day gift for you.

Bock is once again teaming up with the National Croquet Center

in West Palm Beach and other community partners to give 40 loving couples a Valentine’s Day ceremony to remember.

Registration is now open for the annual group wedding, which will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 14 at the National Croquet Center, a unique wedding and event venue in the heart of West Palm Beach. “Helping couples to start a new life together is one of the most important services provided by my office,” Bock said. “It is truly my privilege and my honor as the clerk and comptroller to be able to officiate this beautiful event and other weddings throughout the year.”

Bock’s office is the first stop for couples who are planning to get married. The clerk’s team issued nearly 10,000 marriage licenses last year and performed 2,362 wedding ceremonies at the office’s four courthouse locations.

This marks the seventh year that Bock has officiated the group wedding ceremony at the National Croquet Center on Valentine’s Day. Since 2011, Bock has married more than 250 happy couples during the group ceremonies.

The National Croquet Center is again donating the use of its facility and has enlisted other local businesses to volunteer their services for the ceremony and reception.

Couples can register by visiting www.mypalmbeachclerk. com/wedding. Registration for the ceremony will continue until

Monday, Feb. 11, or until all 40 spaces are filled.

All couples planning to get married during the Valentine’s Day ceremony must present a valid marriage license at the wedding.

Couples must pay for their own marriage license. A marriage license is $86, unless the couple has completed an approved premarital course. More information about license requirements and fees is available on the Marriage Licenses & Ceremonies section of the clerk’s web site at www. mypalmbeachclerk.com.

Jews For Jesus Presentation

The Jews for Jesus will give a free presentation on Sunday, Jan. 27 at 10:30 a.m. at Oasis Church, located at 16401 Southern Blvd. in Loxahatchee. The topic will be “Jewish Roots of Pentecost.”

Jews for Jesus is a world-wide agency proclaiming that Jesus is the messiah of Israel. The late Moishe Rosen, a Jew who believed in Jesus for more than 35 years, founded the organization. However, Rosen was quick to point out that he did not “start” Jews for Jesus, since Jesus’ first disciples were Jewish, and there have been some Jewish people who have believed in him ever since.

To the Jews for Jesus, believing in Jesus makes sense in light of the Jewish bible and their personal experiences as believers. For those who argue that Christianity contra-

dicts the meaning of Judaism, the Jews for Jesus representative will be happy to discuss the issue after the presentation.

For more information, call the Oasis Church office at (561) 7910524 or visit www.oasisfl.org for more information.

Garage Sale At Equestrian Trails

Equestrian Trails Elementary School will host a garage sale on Saturday, Jan. 26 from 8 a.m. to noon. There will be plenty of items for sale, and the entire community is invited. The school is located at 9720 Stribling Way in Wellington. For more info., call (561) 904-9600.

Holiday Hours At Wellington Parks

The Wellington Village Park gym, the Wellington Aquatics Complex and Wellington Community Center will be closed on Monday, Jan. 21 in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. The Wellington Tennis Center will be open for normal hours, and the following parks will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Tiger Shark Cove, Scott’s Place, the Wellington Environmental Preserve, Olympia Park, Community Park, the Village Park walking path, playground and Peaceful Waters Sanctuary, and Wellington Green Park. For more info., visit www. wellingtonfl.gov/parks.

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Na’Amat USA To Honor Rep. Lois Frankel

Rhoda Birnbaum, president of Na’Amat USA’s Palm Beach Council, recently announced that the organization will honor U.S. Congresswoman Lois Frankel (DDistrict 21) on Monday, Feb. 25 at 11:30 a.m. at the Delray Beach Golf Club (2100 Highland Ave., Delray Beach). The community is invited to the luncheon.

As part of its continuing program of “Celebration of Women,” Na’Amat is honoring Frankel, who has spent a lifetime delivering positive change to her community as a civic leader, state legislator, mayor and now member of the United States House of Representatives.

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Reservations for the luncheon are $36 and are being received by the chapter chairwomen, or by calling the Palm Beach office at (561) 368-8898. Chapter chairs are Doris Katz (561-961-4912), Shirley Marshak (561-451-3541), Elayne Cohen (561-251-7929) and Rhoda Birnbaum (561-638-0967).

The deadline for reservations is Feb. 11.

Grace Azar, an international singer experienced in English, Spanish, Hebrew, Yiddish, Italian and American standards, will entertain at the luncheon.

Na’Amat USA is part of an international organization that advocates for and supports women and children in Israel. It is the largest women’s movement in Israel.

Its top priority is to advance and strengthen the status of women in the family, workforce and in society. Luncheon proceeds will benefit quality daycare to more than 18,000 children in 250 centers throughout the State of Israel.

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Noted Landscape Photographer To Speak At Audubon Photo Club Meeting

St. Michael Lutheran Church’s Angel Tree project to benefit Peppi Preschool in Belle Glade was a wonderful success. The church filled 88 children’s Christmas wish lists. Church members and Santa delivered the gift bags prior to the Christmas break. Each gift bag contained a toy, an article of clothing and a book requested by the child. Vernon Thorton, chairman of the Outreach Ministry, headed up the project. (Above) Walter Carney dressed as Santa with the toys. (Below) Neil Zhmendak and Vernon Thorton during the toy delivery.

The Audubon Everglades Photography Club will welcome Lance Warley, a noted landscape photographer, at its Monday, Jan. 28 meeting to present “Landscape Photography in the Wild: Local to Around the World.” The meeting will start at 7 p.m. and will be held at St. Michael Lutheran Church (1925 Birkdale Drive, Wellington). All are welcome, and the presentation is free.

Warley will kick off the new year with a presentation to the club.

“The thing I like most about photography is that it makes me an active participant in nature, rather than just a passive observer,” he explained.

Experienced, and with an artist’s eye, Warley travels all over the world photographing nature and capturing breathtaking landscapes.

Founded two years ago by Peter Lekos and Scott Zucker, the

club welcomes all skill levels of nature photographers who want to enhance and expand their skills through a variety of programs.

There are workshops, field trips and presentations, along with competitions judged by noted photographers.

“Our new photo club is thriving and fun,” Lekos said. “We welcome all levels of photographers, and it is exciting to see our members grow and expand their skills through all of our programs.”

The Audubon Everglades Photography Club is a part of Audubon Everglades. AEPC’s mission is to welcome all nature photography enthusiasts seeking to enhance their skills through workshops, programs and competitions. AEPC strives to promote wildlife awareness, habitat conservation and photographic ethics through the enjoyment of nature photography.

Photographer Lance Warley’s photo of Skagsandsen Beach, a fjord in the Lofoten Islands, Norway.

CROS Ministries To Launch New Mobile Food Pantry

CROS Ministries will launch its eighth food pantry on Saturday, Jan. 26. This distinctive mobile food pantry will be set forth with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting at 8:15 a.m. in the parking lot of Church in the Palms, located at 3812 Jog Road in Greenacres.

The mobile pantry will serve

central and western Palm Beach County during non-traditional hours (early evenings and weekends). The pantry is CROS Ministries’ first “choice” pantry, where participants are able to select the grocery food items of their preference, instead of receiving bags of pre-selected food items.

Affording pantry clients this autonomy and independence offers control over which items they desire, encourages healthier choices and improves overall nutritional control. All CROS Ministries services are provided without regard to race, religion, national origin, marital status, gender, disability,

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On Dec. 21, students, staff and administration at Golden Grove Elementary School started their winter break on a competitive note with the annual Reindeer Run. This tradition with teams of fifth graders pulling Principal Linda Edgecomb and Assistant Principal Philip Preddy to the “North Pole” was begun 22 years ago by Cathy Lake, the school’s recently retired physical education teacher.

The tradition has been continued by coach Shawn Roney, the current physical education teacher. Students trained all week. This year’s winners were the fifth-grade girls, who pulled Edgecomb.

Grant Allows PBSC To Expand Engineering Training

Palm Beach State College is launching a new Center for Excellence in Engineering Technology at the Belle Glade and Palm Beach Gardens campuses with a more than $2 million award from the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund.

Slated to open in August, the center will allow the college to expand its engineering program offerings and provide a more collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to boosting the number of highly trained, middle-skill workers to meet the needs of the aviation/aerospace, manufacturing, clean tech and homeland security/defense industries.

“We are honored and excited to be one of the 2018-19 Florida Job Growth Grant recipients,’’ PBSC President Ava L. Parker said. “The

grant will allow us to enhance and grow our engineering training programs and provide additional career paths for students.”

PBSC’s $2,060,919 grant is part of $9 million in awards that former Gov. Rick Scott announced before concluding his second term. He and the Florida Legislature created the fund in 2017, providing $85 million for improving public infrastructure and enhancing workforce training in the state. The Jobs Growth Grant Fund was approved again by the legislature for $85 million for the 2018-19 fiscal year.

The college will offer a new fourth concentration in advanced manufacturing for the engineering technology associate in science degree and launch three additional college credit certificates in indus-

trial technician, automation and lean manufacturing, bringing the total to five. The college also will hire five employees, including a director of the center and two faculty members, and strengthen its partnerships with Florida Atlantic University and 15 local companies to ensure students are highly prepared for the workforce and have the skills they need to transition into bachelor’s programs.

“The Center for Engineering Technology will allow us to further our commitment to provide a solid pipeline of workers for our local industries,’’ said Dr. Jean Wihbey, PBSC’s vice president of workforce development. “It will position us as a leader in engineering training and help grow the local and state economy.”

College faculty and staff immediately will begin finalizing program curricula and other plans for the center.

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so I’m excited to participate in growing the Center for Excellence in Engineering Technology,” said Professor Eva Suarez, department chair for Engineering Technology, whose background includes 17 years as a mechanical engineer at Pratt Whitney.

“We want to be top of mind for all of the high school students, parents, advisors and teachers when it comes to any kind of engineering education,” added Professor Oleg Andric, chair of the Electrical Power Technology program, who helped craft the grant proposal.

Robert “Officer Bob” Keating, formerly assigned to Wellington Landings Middle School, has been promoted to detective for the School District Police Department. Keating is shown here with School Board Member Marcia Andrews and Capt. Anthony Makowski at the School District Police Department’s swearing-in and promotion ceremony on Monday, Jan. 14. Makowski, who was promoted to captain in October, was also honored in the ceremony. Five new school police officers were sworn-in and nine other officers’ promotions or appointments were also celebrated.

WES FIFTH GRADERS PARTICIPATE IN BAGS OF SMILES PROGRAM

Oxbridge English Teacher John Klemme Nominated For Award

Oxbridge Academy English teacher and former Head of School John Klemme has been nominated for the Northwestern University Distinguished Secondary School Teacher Award.

In the fall, Northwestern President Morton Schapiro invited all members of the graduating class of 2019 to nominate a teacher who had influenced a transforming impact on their academic career.

Klemme was nominated by his former student and Oxbridge alum Miriam Khan.

Northwestern University will recognize five outstanding high school teachers at its 2019 commencement. Each recipient will be invited to Illinois for commencement activities, which will be held Wednesday, June 19 through Saturday, June 22. Each teacher honored will receive an award of $5,000, with an additional $5,000 awarded to their respective school.

“I am very honored by the nomination for this award by one of my former students at Oxbridge,” Klemme said. “As a teacher, it

gives me great gratification to know that the work I do with my students can have such an impact on their academic careers, and in this case remember me at their college graduation.”

The award is sponsored by the Office of the President and supported by the Northwestern University Associated Student Government. A selection committee composed of students, faculty and staff will review materials submitted from nominated teachers for finalist consideration.

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Marty Williams’ fifth-grade classes at Wellington Elementary School spend time recently creating Christmas cards for orphan children in Haiti through the nonprofit organization Bags of Smiles.

This organization is dedicated to bringing smiles and the love of Christmas to underprivileged children abroad. Its mission is to provide children battling cancer and other serious illnesses a chance to be a kid and smile. Bags of Smiles are filled with arts and crafts, toys, games and more. Bags of Smiles Inc. was founded in 2011 by the Burma family after their son was diagnosed with a rare form of childhood cancer called neuroblastoma. Pictured above are the orphans in Haiti holding their handmade Christmas cards. The students really enjoyed the experience and loved seeing the photo of the children with the cards that they created.

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LEAGUE OF YES HOSTS SECOND BASEBALL SHOWCASE AT WELLINGTON PARK

On Saturday, Jan. 12, the League of Yes hosted its second free baseball showcase at Wellington’s Village Park. The event was designed to provide an opportunity for kids of all abilities the chance to experience the thrill of the game in a relaxed, supportive setting.

More than 50 volunteers and nearly 20 young players took to the field for a game of fun in a judgement-free zone. The next game is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 9. For more information, visit www.leagueofyes.org/loy-florida.

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Elite Squad members Mason Barela, Chase Torres, Braden Rosenthal, Aden Kovacs and Brandon Marchese with former Miami Marlins batting coach Wayne Rosenthal.

Gavin Ramos cheers on Logan Dougherty after he ran under a bridge of people.

Pace Pollack swings for the fences.

Addison Kleinman runs the bases with escorts Peyton Kleinman and Kendall Mamone.

David Mamone, Lindsay Mamone, Kendall Mamone, Ryan Anschuetz, Nina Anschuetz and Peyton Kleinman support Rays player Addison Kleinman.

Wellington High School student Lauren Galin sings the national anthem.

Mayor Anne Gerwig and Marlins coach Jordan Ray.

Eli Pollack gets a little help on the way to home plate.

Amelia Schultz heads for first base with help from Meredith LaPira.

Jason and Bernadette Pollack, and Diane “Nana” Hurwit, with young players Zachary, Pace and Eli Pollack.

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Debbie and Chase Torres volunteer with the League of Yes for the first time.

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OUR LADY QUEEN OF THE APOSTLES CATHOLIC CHURCH HOSTS HEALTH FAIR

The Our Lady Queen of the Apostles Catholic Church Health & Wellness Ministry held a health fair on Sunday, Jan. 13 in Celebration Hall. Local healthcare vendors gave out information on such subjects as insurance, medical care, hospice care and more. Nurses took blood pressure and counseled attendees on healthy lifestyles.

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PBCFR Station 28’s Michael Magrella, Hector Mesa, Lt. Andrew McGee, Event Coordinator Deirdre Krause, Capt. Duane Hodges, Jen Kleier and Darren Penney.

Vitas Healthcare’s Kerry Beth Alayon and Abbi Bentz with therapy dog Lady.

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Women Return To Dominance In $75,000 Battle Of The Sexes

The first week of the 2019 Winter Equestrian Festival was highlighted Saturday, Jan. 12 when the women’s team was victorious in the $75,000 Battle of the Sexes, presented by Wellington Regional Medical Center.

After suffering their first loss in 10 years in 2018, the women’s team stormed back to dominate the $75,000 Battle of the Sexes in 2019 by winning 29 points to the men’s team’s 11 total points.

The competition ended after just five of the 10 match races were completed when it was clear the men couldn’t garner enough points to take victory.

In the opening speed round, the women and men tied with five points each. The fastest speed round of the night went to Jessica

Mendoza, who recorded a time of 51.258 seconds to win her round over Daniel Coyle.

This was Mendoza’s second time competing in Battle of the Sexes. “It’s very fun,” she said. “I think we’re very competitive, and it’s really cool. I just went as fast as I could!”

The women took over in the second phase, the relay. They won all three relays, picking up 15 points to increase their total to 20 points, while the men remained at five points. While the men showed an early glimmer by winning the first two match races with David Blake and Andrew Bourns, three subsequent victories by Carly Anthony, K.C. Van Aarem and Sydney Shulman sealed the overall win for the women.

Team captain Nicole Bellissimo, participating in her seventh Battle of the Sexes and third as captain, was ecstatic with the win. She was joined by teammates Mendoza, Anthony, Van Aarem, Shulman, Abigail McArdle, Taylor Land, Amanda Derbyshire, Maggie Jayne and Kristen Vanderveen.

The men’s team was captained

by Charlie Jayne and included Coyle, Blake, Bourns, Alex Granato, Darragh Kenny, Michael Tokaruk, Andrew Welles, Spencer Smith and Andy Kocher.

“It was really nice; a lot of us didn’t have to jump again, so it was nice having it in the bag so early,” said Bellissimo of the early finish to the match races portion. “I think the match race

is so exciting and can change so quickly. It’s really fun for the rider and the crowd.”

Bellissimo believes that the Battle of the Sexes is the perfect way to kick off the Saturday Night Lights series and the Winter Equestrian Festival.

“It’s such a nice way to start off WEF,” she said. “It gets everyone really pumped, and it’s really fun. WEF gets very intense, very quickly, so it’s a fun way to remember why we’re all doing this.

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Mark and I have been married for decades. Over that time, we’ve developed certain routines that allow us to live peaceably together despite my many requirements. I get to read my newspapers and magazines first, I get to take my shower first and he gets to scare off any burglars first. It works for us.

Here’s what doesn’t work for us: faceto-face verbal communication. We can text, write, call or use Morse Code, but if we are speaking to each other in the same room, all is lost.

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It is based, at least somewhat, on a true story, one used already in the French hit film Les Intouchables. Its story of a wealthy crippled French aristocrat who has an Algerian caretaker won the hearts of many people. And it even works for the French, where the really wealthy have nothing at all to do with minorities. Here in the U.S., far too much seems improbable.

Phillip Lacasse (Cranston), having recently become a paraplegic, needs a fulltime caregiver. But he wants one willing to let him die if his system collapses. He does not want resuscitation or anything like that. He feels he has nothing left; his wife has died and he feels lost. Who

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The filmmakers are smart enough not to make it quite that simple. There is a love triangle between Yvonne (Nicole Kidman) and stranger Lily (Julianna Margulies)

with Phillip that starts late in the film and actually goes nowhere except to highlight Dell’s failure as a husband and father.

The real fun is supposed to happen in the culture clash between the two men. In the French film, it really worked. Here, Phillip exposes Dell to Puccini (actually one of the most melodic and easy-to-appreciate operatic composers), which is supposed to annoy Dell, but Dell reacts by playing Aretha Franklin. We are expected to believe that Phillip has no appreciation for soul music. Not knowing about Arabic music in France is one thing, but is there any adult in America who hasn’t heard Aretha? And then we have the lovely moment where Dell introduces Phillip to marijuana. Of course, a man living in Manhattan who went to college in the last half of the 20th century would have never touched weed, right? Things like this make the sweet moments seem off-kilter.

And we have at least a half dozen jokes

about catheters. As someone who has spent time in a hospital using one, the number of funny jokes about them peaks out at one… and that might be high. But the film mines that fun for more than it’s worth.

There are some good jokes. Watching Dell change to being able to show his feelings with his own family is nice. And the sense of fun the two men can share is nice. I know I have been pretty negative, but this is not a really bad film. Just not particularly good.

Cranston is a superb actor with a mobile, expressive face. His reactions, of course, are muted since he can’t do body comedy. But he gets his laughs and is able to show that he is a real person, even with the limits placed on his acting. Hart underplays a lot of the broad comedy he usually enjoys, and that also works well.

One reason he has his popularity is that he knows how far to go, and generally

manages to play seemingly real characters. Aja Naomi King as his wife and Jahi Di’Allo Winston as his son are really good. Linking them to Dell’s changes was a good choice. Unfortunately, Kidman and Margulies really have nothing much to do and are wasted. Both are good actresses, and it looks like they were hired just to have their names on the marquee.

As noted, this is not a bad movie.

There are some laughing moments and some touching ones, but not nearly as many as there might have been. America doesn’t have the caste barriers that France has. People frequently cross over.

That is good for America, but not so good for this film.

Should you see it? Frankly, I would wait until it came available on demand, perhaps as part of the regular premium channels where you would not pay extra. Although, if you really like either of the actors, you might want to jump the line a bit.

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Solar Trees And Canopy Take Root At PBIA The Royal Poinciana Palm Beach International Airport and Florida Power & Light have partnered to add new innovative solar arrays that will promote sustainability to millions of travelers, while harnessing the power of the sun.

As of this month, PBIA is now home to three solar trees, which are located on the inbound airport access road, Turnage Blvd., just before the parking garage, and a solar canopy is soon to come. The canopy will be in the cell phone waiting lot and will provide shade for 10 parking spaces in the far west lot. These combined 230 solar panels will be producing more than 65 kilowatts of clean, zero-emissions energy. The partnership between FPL and PBIA comes from FPL’s SolarNow program.

“The FPL SolarNow program makes a lot of sense, and with

the addition of hundreds of solar panels at Palm Beach International Airport, it is an exciting and positive step in the right direction as we work toward decreasing our environmental footprint. In addition to producing clean, zero-emissions energy, the solar canopy in our cell phone lot is a great benefit for our guests waiting on arriving passengers, providing shade and a cooler place to sit,” Director of Airports Laura Beebe said. “We think that the solar trees will be an interesting feature for airport visitors, and hopefully, it sparks interest in solar energy.”

The FPL SolarNow program is bringing more solar into local communities. Their distinctive design is easily integrated into urban landscapes, providing people an opportunity to see and learn about solar energy up close — something many have never experienced

Plaza Names Lilly Leas Ferreira As GM

Florida Power & Light Company’s solar trees at Palm Beach International Airport were installed on Jan. 9. because solar panels are usually located out of sight on rooftops or at universal solar energy centers, like the 14 FPL operates.

“We are excited that Palm Beach International Airport has joined our SolarNow family,” said

Matt Valle, vice president of FPL Development. “Through this partnership, we have the opportunity to show millions of people who come through this airport that Florida is truly living up to its name as the Sunshine State.”

Corbin-Thaddies Leads Dress For Success Program

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Cassondra Corbin-Thaddies, a respected Palm Beach County educator and a national curriculum specialist for McGraw-Hill Education, has been named to lead Next Step, a free intensive 10week job readiness and mentoring program for women ages 18 to 25 offered by Dress for Success Palm Beaches.

Now in its sixth year, Next Step begins its winter session on Friday, Jan. 18 at the Lake Worth campus of Palm Beach State College and is focused on helping young women with resume writing, interviewing and communication skills, and how to leverage social media in the job search process.

Those who complete the program receive head-to-toe workplace

attire appropriate for a job interview. A full week’s wardrobe is provided if they succeed in landing employment.

“Next Step really lives up to its promise of helping these young job-seekers build confidence and self-esteem as they head out in their job search or embark on a career,” said Corbin-Thaddies, who will facilitate the weekly sessions, joined by a group of volunteer mentors representing a range of professional backgrounds. “Most of those we serve in the program are entering the workforce for the first time and include individuals who are aging out of foster care or are at risk in some way. Over the years, more than 100 women have completed the program, with 60

percent of them directly securing a job. So, I strongly encourage any young woman who might be struggling with how to take that next step in her life — how to find a job that’s right for her, keep it and ultimately become economically independent — to enroll in this program.”

Dress for Success also offers a job readiness program, New Directions, for women age 26 or older. This 10-week series of three-hour sessions plus one-onone mentoring begins its winter term on Thursday, Feb. 14 at the Children’s Services Council in Boynton Beach.

To learn more, contact (561) 249-3898 or e-mail palmbeaches@ dressforsuccess.org.

Southern Palms Car Wash Now Open In RPB

Southern Palms Car Wash, a new state-of-the-art express car wash, has opened at 11453 Southern Blvd., just east of Royal Palm Beach Blvd. next to Goodyear.

In South Florida, cars are essential to work and life, so finding a speedy way to maintain your vehicle’s cleanliness while using top-quality products is a goal many drivers look for.

An “express” wash is designed to provide a fast, yet high-quality wash using purposely designed machinery, combined with com-

plex and sophisticated chemistry.

The express wash allows the customer to stay in the vehicle as it is guided through the tunnel on a track and pushed by a set of rollers. Incoming water is softened and chlorine is filtered out before running through a high-output reverse osmosis system.

This technology enables an automated car wash to use far less water than manual washing at home. Five minutes is all it takes to have your car washed and get you back on the road.

Once the wash is complete, the customer has access to an array of complimentary self-services, including microfiber towels, a variety of fragrances, strong vacuums, window cleaner and automatic mat cleaners.

Daniel Woodward, owner of Southern Palms Car Wash, is a longtime local business owner, engineer and serial entrepreneur. He recently retired from the company he co-founded in 1991 and decided to start a new venture.

“Everyone who knows me says

I am too high energy to actually retire, and I guess this venture backs that up,” Woodward explained. “However, the reality is I built this as a family business for my daughter, Natalie, and son-in-law, Alex Saenz, and my two wonderful grandchildren. I will be happy to help as needed, but I will stay in the background when I can. It is the best of both worlds for me.”

For additional information, visit www.southernpalmscarwash. com.

The Royal Poinciana Plaza recently announced that Lilly Leas Ferreira has been appointed as the plaza’s new general manager.

“Over the last two years, I’ve had the pleasure of watching the Royal Poinciana Plaza transform,” Ferreira said. “Now a hub of activity, it has been reimagined as an international destination both for our community and visitors alike for fashion, great food and events.

I’m thrilled to join the incredible team and world-class group of tenants at the Royal Poinciana Plaza, and I look forward to working on new opportunities that spotlight the plaza’s rich history and exciting future.”

A fourth-generation Palm Beach local, Ferreira has a background in public relations and project management. After graduating from Florida Atlantic University, she launched a successful PR and consulting firm. She looked after a portfolio of more than 30 clients, ranging from retail, hospitality and nonprofit industries. She successfully sold the company in 2016 and attended the University of Florida to receive her MBA. Most recently, Ferreira served as a project manager for NextEra Energy, parent company of Florida Power & Light, through a leadership development program. There, she supported multiple business units, including renewable energy development, business management and regulatory affairs.

“We are thrilled to officially welcome Lilly to our team and family at the Royal Poinciana Plaza,” said Samantha Perry David, chief operating officer of WS Development and head of UpMarkets, a division of WS Development. “Lilly is an active member of the community and having been born and raised

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on the island, will be able to interact with our customers in a truly authentic way.”

Ferreira serves on several local fundraising committees, such as the Loggerhead Marinelife Center. She lives in West Palm Beach with her husband, daughter and rescue dog. Lilly’s family roots extend deep into Palm Beach’s history. She is the granddaughter of fashion icon Lilly Pulitzer and great-granddaughter of department store magnate Rodman Wanamaker.

The Royal Poinciana Plaza is an iconic destination that serves as a jewel box oasis in the heart of Palm Beach. Built in the late 1950s, it stands today as a landmarked property and one of Palm Beach’s most treasured architectural gems. With 180,000 square feet of retail space and lush, sprawling gardens, it offers a unique international shopping and entertainment destination for indulgence, inspiration and retreat. For more info., visit www. theroyalpoincianaplaza.com.

Rosarian Open House Set For Jan. 28 The Rosarian Academy will host an open house on Monday, Jan. 28 at 9:30 a.m.

Offering an independent and accelerated education, starting in an early childhood Montessori program and continuing through middle school, Rosarian has been committed to educating the whole person for life for more than 90 years. Known for academic excellence, a welcoming faith-centered

community and small class sizes, Rosarian’s curriculum is enhanced with athletic and fine arts programs and meaningful service opportunities.

Bus service is offered throughout Palm Beach County. The school is located in downtown West Palm Beach. RSVP online at www.rosarian.org/open-house, or schedule a personal tour by calling (561) 345-3106.

Break Free From Your Controlling Husband You sometimes question “how can I be so unhappy when I’m married to such a charming and successful husband?”

All of this this makes you once again think about whether you should just put your energy into saving the marriage (again).

But then you remember how he constantly puts you down in front of your family. How he belittles you and questions your intelligence.

And how he constantly controls you, manipulates you, and prevents you from having normal relationships with friends and loved ones.

If you identify with this DRAMATIZATION you’re likely married to a husband with a personality disorder. He’s probably a Narcissist. If you’ve never heard this before you should take some time to read up on narcissism.

You’re not a greedy person. All you want is to be happy, and feel appreciated in your life, and in your marriage. But you know deep down that your marriage is never going to get better. Your husband is not changing. In fact, he’s just getting worse.

While a divorce for you will likely not be hassle free, there are some basic things you can learn that can minimize your husband’s ability to make the process harder than it needs to be.

Divorce is something you never thought you’d ever experience, but you know you must leave the marriage if you’re ever going to have a chance at happiness. And you know now’s the time. Your children have grown into adults and you’re not getting any younger.

But at the same time you’re worried. You don’t know where to start, or how all this needs to happen. What you do know is he’s going to make things difficult as you’ve seen how he’s dealt before with others that have crossed him.

You feel all alone. Like a prisoner of your own circumstances.

You’re worried that nobody will see you and your situation for what it really is. At times, you feel like it will be impossible to ever get out of this unless you leave only with the shirt on your back. But it’s not going to be that simple, as you need to secure your financial future.

Divorce Lawyer Christopher R. Bruce wrote a book specifically focused on helping women understand what they “need to know” as they contemplate divorce from a controlling/manipulative husband.

To get your free instant download of the book, go to www.

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The book is free, but learning how to confidently approach divorce and move towards a more fulfilling life might just be priceless.

Christopher R. Bruce is licensed to practice law in Florida. His law firm, the Bruce Law Firm, P.A., has its main office located in West Palm Beach, and can be reached at (561) 810-0170.

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‘Superhuman’ 2019 South Florida Fair Will Open On Jan. 18

Fairgoers will see plenty of superheroes at the 2019 South Florida Fair, which kicked off with its popular ride-a-thon at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 17 with the full fair set to open on Friday, Jan. 18.

The fair will run from Jan. 18 through Feb. 3. The 2019 theme is “A Super-Tastic South Florida Fair: Where Heroes Unite!”

Fair organizers will be honoring superheroes of all forms — from everyday heroes to the superheroes of the silver screen. Throughout the 17 days of the fair, guests can expect to see appearances by their favorite Marvel and DC Comics heroes. Local superheroes also will be recognized. Daily “Not All Superheroes Wear Capes” parades will feature local community heroes, who will be invited to ride on a float and toss beads to guests.

Also new to this year’s fair is “Illusions and Beyond!” — a show of grand illusions with special effects, cirque acrobatics, quick

changes, comedy, choreography and mind-blowing magic all fused together. Justino and Daniela Zoppe, seventh generation professional entertainers, will perform three shows daily.

Also new to the fair is the XPogo Stunt Team, which is expected to thrill audiences. Xpogo is approved by Guinness World Records to be the official record keepers for all extreme pogo world records. The stunts include jumping over consecutive cars, most backflips in a row, fastest mile on a pogo stick and highest backflip.

The Zaji Acrobats of China also will perform all 17 days with multiple shows. They’ll dazzle audience members with an array of acrobatics from an age-old Chinese tradition. Tumblers, contortionists, jugglers and other surprises will show the tremendous dexterity of the human body and feats of balance and coordination.

Also performing all 17 days,

Tyzen the Comedy Hypnotist, the Hitchiti Dancers and a fair favorite, the racing pigs, otherwise known as the Hambone Express 3.

The fair also will host its inaugural Craft Brew Fest & Home Brew Competition in partnership with the Angler Action Foundation and Due South Brewing Co. on Sunday, Jan. 27. Judging will be held in the fair’s Party Pavilion beginning at 1 p.m. for VIP ticket holders only, prior to Craft Brew Fest doors opening to the public at 3 p.m. A separate ticket to this event must be purchased in addition to a fair ticket.

On the first two Saturdays of the fair, First Lego League will host a science and technology competition for students in grades 4 through 8. The participants will program an autonomous robot to score points on a thematic playing surface, create innovative solutions to a problem, all while being

guided by the program’s signature Core Values. Guests can watch the competition, and there also will be robots and related materials on display.

The fair will continue to host an award-winning agriculture and livestock program featuring more than 1,000 exhibitors from over 30 Florida counties, and the popular Moo-Ternity Tent. Additional features include more than 200 rides, games and attractions; four stages of music and entertainment; historic Yesteryear Village; a creative crafts and skills competition; the Miss South Florida Fair and Miss Palm Beach County scholarship competitions; the Starz of the Future contest; and Artist Alley, featuring local painters, photographers and sculptors.

And what would the fair be without its lineup of unusual dishes and fried foods, including a new take on corn dogs known as the Dilly Dilly Dog, available

Don’t miss the Zaji Acrobats of China at the South Florida Fair. at this year’s fair for the first admission for 60 years of age time. It begins with the coring of and older pay $9 at the gate. A pickles, then putting hot dogs in child’s admission, under 12, is $8 the pickles and frying them in a at the gate. Children age five and trough of batter. younger are free. Admission on A single admission ticket for both Tuesdays of the fair is just ages 12 to 59 is $15 at the gate $2. For more information, call Monday through Friday and $20 (561) 793-0333 or visit www. on Saturday and Sunday. Senior southfloridafair.com.

Girl Scouts Kick Off 2019 Girl Scout Cookie Season On Jan. 24

The Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida (GSSEF) kicks off its much-anticipated Cookie Sale Program starting Thursday, Jan. 24.

The Girl Scout Cookie Program is an iconic, girl-led entrepreneurship program that develops the next generation of female business leaders, teaches girls essential skills and powers amazing experiences that allow them to learn and lead, now and into the future.

Consumers can help fuel transformative leadership experiences by purchasing all of their favorites,

like Thin Mints, Samoas and of course, S’mores. From Jan. 24 to Feb. 17, each scout will set out to sell delicious cookies while also gaining financial literacy and entrepreneurial expertise that is imperative for leadership and future success.

Each and every Girl Scout Cookie purchase is key to supporting the change-makers of today and tomorrow. Given that more than half (53 percent) of female entrepreneurs and business owners are Girl Scout alums, supporting Girl Scouts as they make sales and learn essential business

skills is imperative to ensuring the country has a strong workforce and economy.

More than 6,500 Girl Scouts in South Florida participate in the cookie sale program each year, generating more than $6 million in sales during the average season. And all of the net revenue raised — 100 percent of it — stays within the six-county council area.

GSSEF uses cookie earnings to power amazing experiences for girls through programming, while girls use their earnings to power amazing experiences for themselves and their troop, including

travel, outdoor adventure, and science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programming.

Many girls put the money toward impactful community projects right in their own backyards, from supporting animal shelters and food banks to working with local and state legislators to change laws.

The cookie program’s benefits are many. A recent Girl Scout Research Institute study found that two out of three girls who participate in the program learn five crucial skills — goal setting, decision making, money manage-

ment, people skills and business ethics — while doing incredible things for themselves and their communities. The proceeds stay local, meaning that when consumers purchase the cookies that come from a registered Girl Scout, they’re giving back to their wider community.

However, girls’ cookie earnings alone aren’t enough to power the Girl Scout movement. Investing in girls is important year-round, not just during cookie season.

“Girl Scouting makes a difference by providing girls with access to hundreds of girl-led experiences

and skill building opportunities in an inclusive, supportive environment,” said Lisa Johnson, CEO of the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida. “When our customers purchase a box of Girl Scout Cookies, they are not only investing in the future success of girls locally, but are helping power a entrepreneurship incubator for the next generation of female leaders.”

To find the location of your nearest cookie booth or to get more information on the Girl Scout Cookie Sale Program, visit www. gssef.org and click on the Cookie Booth Locator on the home page.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Saturday, Jan. 19 • The 2019 South Florida Fair will continue through Sunday, Feb. 3 at the South Florida Fairgrounds featuring a “Superheroes” theme. For tickets and more information, visit www.southfloridafair.com.

• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will hold a two-night advanced backpacking event on the Citrus Trail Loop at Withlacoochee State Forest in Inverness on Saturday, Jan. 19. Contact Ryan at (904) 891-4479 for more information.

• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in Okeeheelee Park (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 7:30 a.m. Meet at Okeeheelee Park South in the central parking lot. Call Bruce at (772) 333-1837 for more info.

• The Audubon Society of the Everglades Photography Club will host a field trip to Peaceful Waters Sanctuary in Wellington on Saturday, Jan. 19 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info.

• The Green Market at Wellington will be held Saturday, Jan. 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. near the Wellington Amphitheater. Visit www. greenmarketatwellington.com for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Books & Kids! Bilingual Story Time (¡Libros y niños! Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe)” for ages 2 to 5 on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 10:30 a.m. Join in for stories, songs, rhymes and fun in both English and Spanish Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Presidents and Their First Ladies, Dramatically Speaking: William Howard & Nellie Taft on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 2 p.m.

William and Sue Wills bring the story of the president and his first lady to life. Pre-register at www.pbclibrary.org/presidents-2019. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Anime for ages 12 and up on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 2 p.m. If you like manga, anime, cosplaying and more, then this is your chance to meet others just like you. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 6814100 for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 2 p.m.

Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “It’s Your Move! Chess

Club” for ages 8 to 17 on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 2 p.m. Learn how to play this strategic game with members of the Royal Palm Beach High School Chess Club. All materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• Temple Beth Torah will honor its Preschool Director Sandy Wilensky at the congregation’s annual gala held at the Wellington National Golf Club on Saturday, Jan. 19 starting at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.templebethtorah. net/gala2019 or by calling (561) 793-2700.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Tina Turner tribute concert by Hot Legs on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www. wellingtonfl.gov/events for more info.

Sunday, Jan. 20 • Audubon of the Everglades will walk and drive in Stormwater Treatment Area-1E in Wellington on Sunday, Jan. 20 from 7:30 a.m. to noon. Visit www.auduboneverglades. org for more information and to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach Green Market & Bazaar will be held Sunday, Jan. 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Veterans Park (1036 Royal Palm Beach Blvd.). For more info., visit www. rpbgreenmarket.com.

• The 2019 season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach will continue Sunday, Jan. 20 with the Ylvisaker Cup. For tickets, or more information, call (561) 204-5687 or visit www.internationalpoloclub.com.

• The Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach will feature the Peabody Peled Cello Gang with soprano Danielle Pastin on Sunday, Jan. 20 at 3 p.m. Call the box office at (561) 655-7226 or visit www.fourarts.org for more info.

Monday, Jan. 21 • CAFCI and the Village of Royal Palm Beach will present the 17th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Monday, Jan. 21 at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center (151 Civic Center Way). The program will feature a variety of performances. A continental breakfast will be served from 8:45 to 9:30 a.m. The program will start at 10 a.m.

For more info., visit www.cafcipbc.org/mlk.

• The Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach will host Rene Silven speaking about “The History of Transatlantic Ocean Liner Travel: From Necessity to Glamour to Recreation” on Monday, Jan. 21 at 2:30 p.m.

Call (561) 805-8562 or visit www.fourarts. org to pre-register.

• The Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach will host Grape Stomp Wine Tastings with Howard Freedland on Monday Jan. 21 at 6 p.m. with not-so-light bites provided by

Hampton Forks Catering. Call (561) 8058562 or visit www.fourarts.org for tickets.

• GriefShare, a support group for those grieving the loss of someone close, will be held at Community of Hope Church (14055 Okeechobee Blvd.). The free, 13-week series will be held Mondays at 7 p.m. beginning Jan. 21. Participants can join at any time during the 13-week series. For more information, or to register, call (561) 753-8883 or e-mail info@communityofhope.church.

Tuesday, Jan. 22 • The Senior Referral Program of Royal Palm Beach will staff an information desk to help seniors and their caregivers identify and access services for their special needs on Tuesday, Jan. 22 and Thursday, Jan. 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center (100 Sweet Bay Lane).

No appointment is needed for this free service; just stop by the desk. For more info., call (561) 790-5188. People interested in volunteering are also encouraged to stop by.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Marble Run for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 3 p.m. Design the tallest marble run you can with found materials.

Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach will host Eric Motley speaking on “My American Inheritance: An Odyssey of Grace and Gratitude” on Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 3 p.m.

For more info., visit www.fourarts.org or call (561) 655-7226.

Wednesday, Jan. 23 • The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will host a special event luncheon on Multi-Generational Purchasing Trends on Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 11:30 a.m. at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. An expert panel representing four generations will discuss their spending habits. For more information, call (561) 792-6525 or visit www.wellingtonchamber.com.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host The Crop Circle: Scrapbooking Club for ages 14 and up on Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 2 p.m. Organize your photos and record your memories with scrapbooking techniques. Some materials will be provided.

Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Book Discussion: The Immortalists by Chloe Benjamin for adults on Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 2 p.m. Copies are available at the research services desk. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “The Joys of Jewish Humor,

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• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Paint a Penguin for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 3 p.m. Use your creativity to paint a cool and colorful friend. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Dungeons & Dragons on Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 6:30 p.m. Join other D&D enthusiasts as they assume the roles of characters journeying through a magical world. Books, dice and other materials will be available. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• Wellington’s Community Services Department will hold a Neighborhood Watch Meeting for the Mayfair community on Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. Call (561) 791-4796 for more info.

• The Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach will feature Soprano Danielle Pastin on Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 7:30 p.m. Call the box office at (561) 655-7226 or visit www. fourarts.org for more info.

Thursday, Jan. 24 • The Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach will host Dr. Eric Haskell speaking about “The Gardens of Brecy: A Lasting Landscape” on Thursday, Jan. 24 at 2:30 p.m. Call (561) 805-8562 or visit www. fourarts.org to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Readers Are Leaders: Setting Goals for ages 5 to 7 on Thursday, Jan. 24 at 3 p.m. Parents and kids discuss stories with positive values and life lessons. Then participate in games and activities that let kids practice that life skill. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Wet Felting for ages 5 to 12 on Thursday, Jan. 24 at 3 p.m. Find out what you can make when wool and water combine. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert by the Gypsy Lane Band, along with a food truck invasion, on Thursday, Jan. 24 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/events for more info.

Friday, Jan. 25 • Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Crafts for Kids for ages 4 to 8 on Friday, Jan. 25 at 3 p.m. Make a fun, exciting craft and a new friend at this family crafting event.

Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host its Creative Writing Club for ages 9 and up on Friday, Jan. 25 at 4 p.m. Do you like to write original stories or poetry? Get writing tips and ideas that may inspire you to write the next greatest novel.

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• Royal Palm Beach will hold a Gourmet Truck Expo and Concert in the Park featuring Rick Nelson on Friday, Jan. 25 from 5 to 9 p.m. The concert starts at 7 p.m. Call (561) 753-1232 for more info.

• The 16th annual JustWorld Gala will be held Friday, Jan. 25 at 7 p.m. at Belle Herbe Farm in Grand Prix Village (3206 Old Hampton Drive, Wellington) to benefit JustWorld International. For tickets, sponsorship and auction donation information, e-mail jwinfo@justworldinternational.org or call (561) 333-9391. For more info., visit www.justworldinternational.org.

Saturday, Jan. 26 • The Wellington Art Society will present its 13th annual Art Fest on the Green at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington) on Saturday, Jan. 26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Jan. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The juried fine art and fine craft show will feature artists from around the country showing original artwork across multiple mediums. For more info., visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org.

• Wellington invites fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers and more to take part in the annual Father Daughter Dance on Saturday, Jan. 26 in the Village Park Gymnasium (11700 Pierson Road) from 6 to 9 p.m.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale through Jan. 24 or until tickets are sold out.

Tickets can be purchased at the Village Park Gymnasium and the Wellington Community Center. For more info., call (561) 753-2484 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events.

Sunday, Jan. 27 • The 2019 season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach will continue Sunday, Jan. 27 with the Ylvisaker Cup. For tickets, or more information, call (561) 204-5687 or visit www.internationalpoloclub.com.

• The Society of the Four Arts in Palm Beach will feature Violinist Ray Chen with Riko Higuma on Piano on Sunday, Jan. 27 at 3 p.m. Call the box office at (561) 6557226 or visit www.fourarts.org for more information.

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SPORTS & RECREATION

Bronco Hoops Squad Notches 58-56 Victory Over Wellington

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The sniper-like accuracy of Palm Beach Central High School basketball player Eduardo Diaz in the final seconds helped end an 11-season skid with rival Wellington High School on Friday, Jan. 11 before a packed gymnasium at PBCHS. The last time the Broncos defeated the Wolverine basketball team was 2008. Diaz sank a threepoint basket with seven seconds remaining to put the Broncos up 58-56, after trailing late in the game.

The teams battled to the wire in a matchup that saw the lead exchanged countless times.

The Wolverines (11-5) started out with an 11-2 early first period lead that forced the Broncos to call a time out. Wellington led the

entire first half, at one point posting a 10-point advantage 27-17 in the second period. Palm Beach Central (11-4) chipped away on offense while their defense clamped down on the Wolverines. The Broncos worked the clock well in the final minutes of the half to create a chance to go up and sank a two-point basket with four seconds remaining. The score put the Broncos in the lead for the first time in the game, 29-28.

The second half ultimately delivered a similar outcome in dramatic fashion. Both teams traded blows through the half, with the Wolverines recapturing the lead from a three-point basket from Chris Walker, but Will Van Hook mirrored that and dropped in a three-point basket to make it 32-31 as the two squads continued to exchange the lead.

Wellington’s Trey Perry tries to split Bronco defenders Eduardo Diaz and Andrew Frection.

Palm Beach Central’s Alphonse Alfred tries to get by the Wellington defense.

The Broncos held a 43-42 lead going into the final period of the game. The Wolverines clawed back to retake the lead 50-49 at the midpoint. Palm Beach Central tied the game seconds later at 5050, but again Wellington rallied to take a 55-53 advantage with 1:10 to play.

The Broncos relied on Diaz from the outside due to the Wolverines shutting down the inside.

With seven seconds on the clock, Diaz launched a shot that dropped into the net for the three-pointer to put the Broncos ahead 58-55.

The Wolverines managed one See BASKETBALL, page 20

Palm Beach Central’s Will Van Hook finds room to move the ball.

Palm Beach Central’s Eduardo Diaz goes up for a shot.

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Wellington’s Grapplers Defeat Visiting Seminole Ridge Team

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report On Wednesday, Jan. 10, the Wellington High School wrestling team hosted rival Seminole Ridge High School and bested the Hawks 61-16 on the mat.

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out some grueling matches. Wellington’s Zakar Graham took a narrow 8-6 win over John Arnold in the 145-pound weight class. The two exchanged the lead during their bout.

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over Wolverine Jareth Bucculli in the 132-pound weight class. The two grappled closely through the first period, but Caputo eventually dominated the balance of the match.

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early storm from Wellington’s John Barry, to win by fall in the third period.

Wellington’s Estefan Belmontes recorded the quickest fall of the night in the 160-pound weight class, pinning Spencer Sullivan in 42 seconds.

285-pound wrestler Nelson Sutton pins Wellington’s Mason Powell.

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Dutta Corp Keeps Winning Streak To Claim Joe Barry Cup

The much-anticipated final in the 2019 Joe Barry Memorial Cup saw Dutta Corp (Timmy Dutta, Lucas Diaz Alberdi, Gringo Colombres and Kris Kampsen) utilize a balanced offensive attack and an organized defense to defeat Patagones (Joaquin Avendano, Benjamin Avendano, Santiago Toccalino and Tomas Garcia de Rio) 11-8 on U.S. Polo Assn.

Field 1 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington on Sunday, Jan. 13.

With the previous two matchups between the two teams providing close contests, Dutta Corp pulled ahead with a dominant third chukker. Actively using Dutta downfield as a receiver, Dutta Corp was able to consistently gain the field advantage, forcing Patagones back into their own half. The normally potent Patagones counter-attack by Garcia del Rio and Toccalino was contained throughout most of the game by a passive Dutta Corp defense that kept their opponents in front of them and prevented break-away runs.

Early in the game, the two teams were evenly matched, trading two goals each in the opening minutes, until a penalty 1 goal in favor of Benjamin Avendano gave Patagones a 3-2 lead at the conclusion of the first chukker.

Tournament scoring leader Toccalino continued to lead the Patagones attack, adding his third goal

On Saturday, Jan. 12, players of all ages were introduced to their “buddy” on the fields at Village Park in Wellington for what turned out to be a fantastic baseball showcase put together by the League of Yes, a nonprofit organization that provides those with special needs a chance to play baseball in a judgment-free zone. The event was staged in cooperation with the Village of Wellington.

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of the game before the end of the second chukker, but it was Dutta who responded with a goal in each of the first and second chukkers to push his team back into a 5-5 tie.

With Colombres and Diaz Alberdi actively working in the middle of the field, the emergence of Dutta in the tournament pushed Dutta Corp onto the next level they needed to remain undefeated.

Unforced errors from Patagones in the third chukker saw Kampsen take advantage for Dutta Corp, scoring three goals, two from the penalty line, as the team raced into the lead, holding a 9-6 halftime advantage.

The second half featured a different pace of play, as defensive efforts tightened, with Dutta Corp trying to keep their lead by containing the elite duo of Garcia del Rio and Toccalino.

Foul trouble became a factor for Dutta Corp, as the team provided Patagones with opportunities to fight their way back into the game, yet Patagones converted just 1 of 6 penalty attempts over the final three chukkers. Dutta’s third goal of the game, bringing his tournament total to an impressive 15 goals, saw Dutta Corp’s lead pushed to four with one chukker remaining. Three missed penalty attempts for Patagones in the final chukker sealed the game, as Dutta Corp held on for a fifth consecutive victory and a second straight tournament victory.

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Wellington Parks & Recreation invites the public to attend free pickleball clinics for all ages starting in February.

Clinics will be held on the pickleball courts located in the uncovered hockey rink inside Village Park (11700 Pierson Road).

Pickleball is a sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong into a lively, competitive game for participants of all abilities.

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Bronco Victory

continued from page 19 more point but could not formulate an offensive attack in the short time needed to reclaim the lead.

Palm Beach Central celebrated the 58-56 win center court in jubilation. The two teams will face each other again, this time at WHS, on Friday, Feb. 1 for a rematch, which is certain to not disappoint.

After the victory over Wellington, the Broncos were on a five-game win streak.

Three Bronco players contributed with double-digit points on the night. Alphonse Alfred totaled 18 points and a three-point basket, Van Hook had 17 points and three three-point baskets, and Diaz recorded 12 points with two three-point baskets. Linton Brown had 13 points for Wellington, and

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Equipment is limited, so those wishing to attend are asked to bring their own paddle.

Following the clinics, attendees are invited to remain at the courts for open play until noon on Wednesdays and until 7 p.m. on Sundays. For additional information and Pickleball open play availability, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/openplay.

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CHOICE OF: MINESTRONE SOUP, PASTA FAGIOLI, HOUSE SALAD OR CAESAR SALAD

RIGATONI BOLOGNESE .................... 14.95 RIGATONI ALA VODKA ..................... 14.95 RIGATONI SUNDAY SAUCE .............. 15.95 RIGATONI FLORENTINA ................... 15.95 RIGATONI ESCAROLE & BEANS ..... 14.95 PENNE PRIMA ..................................... 14.95 PENNE POMODORO .......................... 14.95 PENNE BROCCOLI ............................. 14.95 w/ garlic & oil

PENNE BROCCOLI RABE ................ 15.95 SPINACH RAVIOLI ............................. 15.95 RAVIOLI .............................................. 14.95 BAKED RAVIOLI ................................ 15.95 BAKED ZITI ......................................... 14.95

MEAT LASAGNA ................................. 14.95 FETTUCCINE ALFREDO .................... 14.95 SPAGHETTI CARBONARA ................ 14.95 SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS .............. 14.95 SHRIMP MARINARA........................... 19.95 SHRIMP SCAMPI ................................. 19.95 SHRIMP BROCCOLI RABE................ 19.95 CALAMARI MARINARA ..................... 18.95 SEAFOOD POSILLIPO ....................... 19.95 SCUNGILLI MARINARA ..................... 19.95 LINGUINI .............................................. 18.95

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FRUTTI DI MARE ................................ 22.95 RIGATONI LEX ..................................... 14.95

ENTREES (Individual)

CHOICE OF: MINESTRONE SOUP, PASTA FAGIOLI,HOUSE SALAD OR CAESAR SALAD CHOICE OF: BROCCOLI, POTATOES, SIDE OF FRENCH FRIES, ROASTED VEGETABLES, PASTA SIDE WITH MEAT OR TOMATO SAUCE

CHICKEN ............................................ 16.95

CHICKEN ROLLATINI .......................... 18.95

VEAL ..................................................... 19.95

EGGPLANT ROLLATINI ..................... 15.95 EGGPLANT PARMIGANA ................... 15.95 CACCIATORE........................................ 19.95

Choice of: Marsala, Piccata, Francese, Pizzaiolo, Milanese, Parmigana or Piard Choice of: Marsala, Piccata, Francese, Pizzaiolo, Milanese, Parmigana or Piard

CHICKEN VERDI ..................................18.95 A touch of tomato sauce topped w/ broccoli & mozzarella

VEAL VERDI......................................... 18.95 A touch of tomato sauce topped w/ broccoli & mozzarella

CHICKEN SORRENTINO.....................18.95 Light tomato sauce w/ a touch of cream, peas, eggplant, prosciutto & mozzarella

VEAL SORRENTINO ...........................21.95 Light tomato sauce w/ a touch of cream, peas, eggplant, prosciutto & mozzarella

CHICKEN PORTOBELLO ................... 18.95 Portobello mushrooms w/ fresh spinach in brown sauce topped w/ mozzarella

VEAL PORTOBELLO ...........................21.95 Portobello mushrooms w/ fresh spinach in brown sauce topped w/ mozzarella

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Large 16” Cheese Pizza $8.99

Monday - Thursday Pick up & Cash Only

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Svedka Vodka ............................. $20.99 Three Olives Vodka ..................... $24.99 Skyy Vodka ................................ $19.99 Platinum Vodka .......................... $15.99 Pinnacle Vodka (Regular) ............. $18.99 Pinnacle Vodka (All Flavors) ......... $19.99 Tito’s Vodka ............................... $31.99 Ketel One Vodka ........................ $39.99 Stoli Vodka ................................. $29.99 Ciroc Vodka ............................... $29.99 Chopin Vodka ............................ $27.99 Skol Vodka ................................ $13.99 Grey Goose Vodka....................... $24.99 Grey Goose Vodka.......................$49.99 Absolute Vodka ..........................$27.99

Boneless chicken breast w/ potatoes, peppers, onions & sausage in garlic white wine sauce

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Bailey’s Irish Cream .................... $20.99 Kahlua ....................................... $35.99

CHICKEN SCARPARIELLO ............. ...19.95 SHRIMP SICILIANA .............................19.95 Shrimp in garlic white wine & lemon sauce w/ fresh basil

SHRIMP .................................................19.95 Choice of: Francese, Oreganata or Parmigana

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Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Beer Specials House Wines $5 Svedka Martini’s $6

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Jim Beam

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All Flavors

1.75L 1.75L

750ML 1.75L

1.75L 1.75L

$14.99 750ML TEQUILA

Jose Cuervo................................ $33.99 Sauza Tequila (Light/Dark) ......... $22.99 Patron Silver .............................. $39.99 Partido Blanco Tequila ................ $35.99

1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 750ML

1.75L 1.75L

SCOTCH/WHISKEY Dewars Scotch Whisky ...............$26.99 J.W. Red Label Scotch ................$31.99 Chivas Regal ..............................$49.99 Clan MacGregor Rare Blended ....$19.99 J&B Scotch ................................$34.99 Ballentine’s Scotch ....................$27.99 Seagram’s VO.............................$24.99 Jameson’s Irish Whiskey .............$43.99 Courvoisier VS Cognac................$19.99 Crown Royal(Reg).......................$39.99 Canadian Club ............................$19.99 Glenlivet 12 yrs. .........................$79.99 Jim Beam (Regular) ....................$12.99 Jim Beam (All Flavors) ................$14.99 Jim Beam (Regular) ...................$24.99

2/$50.00 750ML $49.99 1.75L

1.75L

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Seagrams Gin ............................. $19.99 Beefeater Gin ............................ $26.99 Tanqueray Gin ............................. $35.99 Bombay Sapphire Gin .................. $35.99

Grey Goose Vodka

1.75L

Patron Silver Tequila $39.99 750ML

1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 750ML 1.75L 1.75L 1.75L 750ML 750ML 1.75L

RUM Captain Morgan Rum .................. $22.99 Bacardi Rum (Light & Dark) ........ $16.99 Brugal Anejo Rum ....................... $37.99 Appleton Rum............................. $25.99 Ron Rico (Light & Dark) ............. $16.99 Mount Gay Rum .......................... $39.99 Don Q Rum (Light & Dark) .......... $21.99 Sailor Jerry Rum ......................... $26.99 Malibu Rum ............................... $22.99 Admiral Nelson 80 Rum .............. $16.99 Cruzan Rum (Light & Dark) ........ $22.99 Ron Zacapa Rum ....................... $39.99

These prices good with this ad only. Good thru 1/31/2019. Photos are for illustrative purposes only. We are not responsible for Typographical errors.

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