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Lox Groves Town Council To Address Ownership Of 140th Ave. Cut-Through

Volume 36, Number 43 November 6 - November 12, 2015

Serving Palms West Since 1980

PINK GLAMOUR AT REGAL IN RPB

The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council was surprised Tuesday to find that a cut-through from East Road to 140th Avenue North was not a town road but part of a Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District canal easement. Page 3

Young Professionals Of Wellington Host Wicked At Wanderers

The Young Professionals of Wellington held its annual Wicked at the Wanderers Costume & Casino Night on Friday, Oct. 30 at the Wanderers Club in Wellington. At the event, this year’s 2015 Community Impact Award was given to Todd Barron, chairman of the Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club in Wellington. Page 5

Kids Cancer Foundation Hosts Golf Tournament

The ninth annual Kids Cancer Foundation Golf Tournament, in memory of Jenna McCann, was held Saturday, Oct. 31 at the Wanderers Club in Wellington. Page 17

OPINION

Make Plans To Honor Those Who Served This Veterans Day

Wednesday, Nov. 11 is Veterans Day, a special time set aside to thank all those who have served our nation in the military. In an age when we continue to make many demands on our military brethren, it is certainly fitting that everyone take the time to honor those who have served. Luckily, there are plenty of local observances planned for Veterans Day, just waiting for your participation. Page 4 DEPARTMENT INDEX NEWS................................. 3 - 9 OPINION.................................. 4 CRIME NEWS.......................... 6 NEWS BRIEFS......................... 8 PEOPLE................................. 13 SCHOOLS.......................14 - 15 COLUMNS...................... 16, 25 BUSINESS......................26 - 27 SPORTS..........................31 - 33 CALENDAR............................ 34 CLASSIFIEDS................ 35 - 38 Visit Us On The Web At WWW.GOTOWNCRIER.COM

Palms West Hospital hosted its Pink Glamour Continues event Thursday, Oct. 29 at Regal Cinemas in Royal Palm Beach with a vendor fair and mixer, physician question-and-answer session with Dr. James Goad and Dr. Madi Ortiz, and a viewing of Bradley Cooper’s new movie Burnt. Shown here are Ilene Whitmore, Deborah Stevens and Joan Sinnett. SEE PHOTOS, PAGE 21

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RPB Council Delays RaceTrac Vote To Get More Information

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Village Council last week set another hearing for Dec. 3 to get more information about a proposed RaceTrac gas station at the corner of Royal Palm Beach and Southern boulevards. The requested information included a market analysis by the applicant, a traffic letter from Palm Beach County regarding the number of gas pumps and a traffic study of the area with a particular focus on schools. The council also requested an analysis of projected crime anticipated as a result of the RaceTrac project. Several hundred residents, both for and against the proposed gas station, attended the meeting. Many of them spoke at the meeting, which ran for more than three hours. The hearing was postponed from the Oct. 15 council meeting

because so many people attended that an attorney representing those opposed to the station objected because everyone could not hear the proceedings. The Oct. 29 meeting was held at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center, which holds more people. According to a staff report, the proposed gas station meets all requirements of the village. Staff recommended approval of the application, which also received approval by the Royal Palm Beach Planning & Zoning Commission in September. RaceTrac is seeking site plan and architectural approval to develop a 5,928-square-foot service station, which requires a special exception within the general commercial zoning district. The site consists of two parcels of land, a vacant tract at the corner and the shuttered TD Bank site. The service station would include 10 pump islands with 20 dispens-

ing pumps, and a canopy over the pump islands. The plan allows for the 30-foot queuing space required by village code. Primary access to the site would be provided from a right turn off of Southern Blvd., with a secondary access from Royal Palm Beach Blvd. Both of the access points would be limited to right turns in and out. There would also be several cross-access points from adjacent buildings. The site is 2.41 acres and exceeds the minimum area required for general commercial zoning, which would allow up to 40,000 square feet. The proposed building conforms to the design standards, and provides 34.7 percent of the site as pervious area, which exceeds the minimum 25 percent required by village code. The application meets the parking requirements for an automotive service station, which are See RACETRAC, page 7

Okee Moratorium Extended, But No Money For Workshop

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council approved the preliminary reading Tuesday of an ordinance extending its zoning-in-progress moratorium on Okeechobee Blvd. to June 30. The council was unable, however, to approve additional staff funding to prepare for a workshop and barbecue set for Saturday, Dec. 5 to get input on an overlay for the Okeechobee corridor. Town Attorney Michael Cirullo explained that at its last meeting, the council was not comfortable with proposed amendments to the town charter regarding the proposed overlay and directed further review, including the workshop set for Dec. 5. “As a result of that adoption, you would not have anything adopted by the end of the moratorium, which is currently scheduled

to terminate at the end of this year,” Cirullo said. “Hopefully, we can get this after we have the workshop, maybe get it done earlier, but this gives us a safety,” Mayor Dave Browning said. Councilman Ryan Liang made a motion to approve the ordinance, which carried 4-0 with Vice Mayor Ron Jarriel absent. But the council wound up in a 2-2 stalemate on approving financing for staff expenses in preparation for the workshop, centering on objections by Councilman Jim Rockett that town management was charging extra. Town Manager Bill Underwood said that about $13,800 is needed for additional expenses in preparing for the workshop and barbecue. “This is a change order to the original work order that was adopted in 2015,” Underwood said.

“It is an additional $13,800 for the year that we have been working on Okeechobee Blvd. The original budget is $28,650.” Rockett raised objections to the additional funding. “I think a month or two ago we discussed what we are paying for in town management,” he said. “I have no problem in paying an outside vendor. I’m presuming it would be [Planning Consultant] Jim Fleischmann to come in here and do some more work on the same subject, but I have real heartburn paying more money to our staff.” Rockett said that Underwood should not be getting more for this service. “To me, there shouldn’t be any more payment,” he said. “I can’t pay the town manager more in terms of what I think he should have been doing in other areas and he’s not.” Rockett made a motion to apSee GROVES, page 19

Annual Wellington Food Drive Seeking Holiday Donations By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report As many Wellington residents are planning their Thanksgiving feasts, there are many in Wellington — more than you might expect — who will only be able to celebrate the bountiful holiday through the generosity of strangers. That is why the Village of Wellington is once again running its Hometown Holiday Food Drive. Senior Services Specialist Meridith Tuckwood said that last year, more than 130 families were helped by the food drive. This year, approximately 150 families are expected to sign up for holiday assistance. “Every year, there are people in need,” she said. “While the perception is that Wellington doesn’t have a need, the reality is, we do.” Wellington’s InterFaith Group, along with the Goddard School, Ultima Fitness, Tom and Regis

Wenham, the Mall at Wellington Green, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and the Village of Wellington are collecting donations from now through Wednesday, Nov. 18. Gregg Harr, who works with other food projects year-round, took the lead on the Hometown Holiday Food Drive last year, and continues this year. “The numbers in Palm Beach County are staggering,” he said. “In Palm Beach County alone, the latest numbers say that there’s about 215,000 people who don’t know where their next meal is coming from, and that includes 30,000 children, and that’s about 16.5 percent of the population.” Seniors need help, as well as families. The Hometown Holiday Food Drive focuses on those in need here in Wellington. “Right now, we are praying that we have enough donations,” Harr See FOOD DRIVE, page 4

RPB HOSTS FALL FEST

Royal Palm Beach held its annual Fall Festival last weekend at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park. Activities included live entertainment and Halloween costume contests for several age groups. The park was filled with food vendors and fall crafts activities. Kids enjoyed trick-or-treating, carnival rides, a pumpkin patch and a petting zoo. Shown here are Brenda and Josh Burton with kids Jasper, Cherry, Abby and Zoey all dressed as robots. SEE PHOTOS, PAGE 9 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Wellington Council To Vote On Saddle Trail Paving Bond

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council will consider resolutions Tuesday, Nov. 10 to approve non-ad valorem assessments and a bond issue not to exceed $5.82 million for residents of Saddle Trail Park South for a neighborhood roadway, bridle trail and potable water improvement project. The council approved the project and assessment in April after residents had come to the village asking for the project about a year previously. The work will include paving, a 15-foot swale with potable water mains underneath, a 25-foot right of way and a 14-foot shellrock bridle trail separated from the road by a three-rail fence.

Staff has recommended that the village back the bonding for the project in order to secure a lower interest rate. The project has met with opposition from equestrians outside the Saddle Trail neighborhood, who maintain that the project will degrade the character of Wellington’s equestrian community overall. The majority of Saddle Trail residents, however, requested the work in order to reduce dust generated from increased traffic over the years, which has also raised concerns of pedestrian and equestrian safety on a dirt road shared by numerous vehicles. A total of 103 lots will be included in the assessment. The project See SADDLE TRAIL, page 19

FPL Reps Promise Power Upgrades In The Acreage

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report Approximately 40 people attended a special community-based meeting between Acreage residents and Florida Power & Light officials Thursday, Oct. 29 at the Hamlin House Community Center in The Acreage. The meeting was spearheaded by longtime resident Ken Bell, who has frequently experienced electrical problems. “We were having as many as 30 outages, glitches, surges, whatever you want to call them. FPL has a name for all of them, but I call them interruptions,” Bell said. “We were getting many of them. I was on the first-name basis with the representative from the Public Service Commission in Tallahassee.”

Things improved, then got worse. Bell was given reasons such as squirrels and trees for the interruptions. “It just got to the point where I said, ‘How many people are really affected out here?’” Bell said. He found that many other residents were having similar issues. “This is where we’re at. We all have our issues. I’m going to turn the meeting over to T.L. Winder,” Bell said. “I know we’re frustrated. I know we may be angry. These gentlemen with FPL aren’t the reason we’re having problems. They’re here, hopefully, to solve our problems. They will hear our complaints, hear our grievances, and hopefully, if we’re patient, they’ll correct our problems.” Winder, FPL’s operations man-

ager for the distribution side, thanked Bell and Lillian Hall for putting the meeting together and giving the five FPL representatives — Winder, Chris McGrath, Bill Orlove, Stephanie Mitrione and Juan Khoury — the chance to speak face-to-face with customers. “I think we see this as an opportunity to listen, and to understand some of the issues that you’re facing,” Winder said. “Part of this will be a takeaway for us to do some things… I’ll be sharing with you some things that we’ve done, and I would expect that things are getting a bit better than they were during the summer.” Before Winder began his presentation with an overview of power interruptions, electrical See FPL, page 19

Florida Power & Light representative T.L. Winder addresses the concerns of Acreage/Loxahatchee residents.

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MARTHA WEBSTER stated in the October 9th, 2015 Town-Crier Newspaper the RaceTrac gas station will “DEVASTATE PROPERTY VALUES” in Royal Palm Beach: Martha’s statement is 100% FALSE as proven by the following official appraisal completed by the most reputable, professional appraisal company in Palm Beach County.

October 28, 2015 Royal Inn c/o Mr. Jess Santamaria 675 Royal Palm Beach Blvd Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411 Dear Mr. Santamaria: We have investigated and analyzed the site located at the northwest corner of Southern Blvd and Royal Palm Beach Blvd, where a RaceTrac gas station and convenience store is proposed. The purpose of the assignment was to determine if there is any loss in value to any residential properties in the Village of Royal Palm Beach. It is our opinion there would be no adverse effect on values in the residential community which is located approximately 950 to 1,000 feet to the north/northwest, at its closest point. We analyzed other gas station convenience store properties in the area. We examined a Sunoco on Jog Road just north of Southern Boulevard. There were houses nearby within 200 to 235 feet of the station. The general trend with these houses is that they continue to appreciate in value and the station has had no adverse effect on values. We performed this same general analysis with another station at Belvedere Road and Military Trail. In this case the houses were literally next door and abutting the station. Again no negative impacts on value from the station could be seen. We found another Chevron station on Okeechobee Boulevard just west of Royal Palm Beach Boulevard. This station is located approximately 250 to 280 feet from residential housing. The houses all continue to generally increase in value, sell on the open market and appreciate at rates generally similar to houses in the same neighborhood that are further from the station. In all cases the stations do not appear to adversely affect values or sales. In summary it is our opinion that it is unreasonable to say that the proposed RaceTrac station would have a negative impact on value. This is especially true given the site's commercial intersection location; the project's special design to be harmonious with the surrounding commercial development; the site being shielded from the nearby residential by preexisting commercial development; and the sites extensive distance from the closest housing 950 to 1,000 feet; or .18 to .19 miles). Your attention is directed to the Limiting Conditions and underlying assumptions upon which the value conclusions are contingent. Thank you for the opportunity to be of service. Respectfully submitted, CALLAWAY & PRICE, INC.

Michael R. Slade, MAI, SRA, CRE Cert Gen RZ116

Robert A. Callaway, MRICS Cert Gen RZ2461

Is Martha Webster (or some friend) using this and other false statements to get public attention and run again for the Village Council? She has already lost three elections in Royal Palm Beach by large margins of defeat. Compliments of Jess Santamaria

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NEWS

Planning Underway For Wellington Winterfest 2015 At PBIEC

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Chamber of Commerce and host venue/presenting sponsor the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center are gearing up to present Winterfest 2015 on Saturday, Nov. 28. Wellington Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Michela Green is anticipating a bigger and better Winterfest than in years past. Palms West Hospital and the Children’s Hospital at Palms West, Chukker.TV and the Grand Champions Polo Club will be sponsoring the Kids Winter Wonderland Village, Green said, which is sure to delight and entertain. Local philanthropist, television star and music star Vanilla Ice, of the Emmy Award-nominated The Vanilla Ice Project, will once again be the featured headline performer. After his performance last year, he remained on stage to take pictures with anyone who asked. Kids and adults alike sang along with Vanilla Ice as he took to the stage as a seasoned performer. “Each year, he astounds us with his generosity and enthusiasm for this event,” Green said. “He truly is an asset to Wellington and to Winterfest.” Wes Kain, a television personality also from The Vanilla Ice Project, will serve as the honorary

master of ceremonies. Local talent such as Michaela Paige from The Voice, Nicky Greed, Alyssa Coon, Angeline Fontaine, Sarah Spiritual and others will take to the stage to entertain audiences, Green said. The Royal Inn Hotel will serve as the title sponsor for the event that attracts more than 6,000 people from the local community, she said. In addition to the carousel and other special activities at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, there will also be an ice skating rink on site from 5 to 9 p.m., and Santa will be visiting at the Kids Winter Wonderland Village. Attendees will be treated to a special Grand Prix show jumping event, starting at 6:15 p.m., with Olympic-level riders competing for large prizes, said Vaneli Bojkova of Equestrian Sport Productions. Also, 34 lucky charities will be selected at Winterfest to take part in the 2016 Great Charity Challenge, a pro-am equestrian competition benefiting Palm Beach County charities slated to take place Feb. 6. The Great Charity Challenge is accepting nonprofit applications through Nov. 13 at www.greatcharitychallenge.com. A Food & Wine Tasting Expo, sponsored by Florida Interventional Pain Management, Pyra

Filing Open For Two Lox Groves Council Seats By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report Filing for next March’s municipal election in Loxahatchee Groves opened Tuesday, Nov. 3 and closes at noon on Tuesday, Nov. 10. Two seats are up for election: Seat 2, currently held by Councilman Jim Rockett, and Seat 4, currently held by Mayor Dave Browning. As of Wednesday, Browning had picked up filing papers, according to Town Clerk Virginia Walton. Also, community activist Todd McLendon has officially filed to run for Seat 2. McLendon unsuccessfully challenged Rockett for Seat 2 three years ago. The election was originally scheduled to be held on Tuesday,

March 8, but was moved to Tuesday, March 15 to be held concurrently with Florida’s presidential primary. The change was made at the request of Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Susan Bucher, who advised municipalities earlier this year that she would not be able to conduct municipal elections just a week before the statewide primary and urged communities to move their election dates to the primary date. This change also required an earlier filing deadline, but will allow for early voting, a convenience not usually given to municipal elections. To learn more about filing procedures, call the town office at (561) 793-2418.

Promotions and the Wellness Experience, will feature unique treats from local eateries, such as the Binks Forest Golf Club, Hurricane Grill & Wings, Jordan’s Steak Bistro, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Stonewood Grill & Tavern, the Art Cellar, Whole Foods Market Wellington and the Wild West Diner. Bethesda Health is sponsoring the snow, and Self Discovery Life Ministry is the commemorative brochure sponsor. My Community Pharmacy is the photo booth and physicians reception sponsor. Media sponsors include Chukker. TV, Talk4Media, Wellington The Magazine, the Town-Crier and LocalDines.com. Cravy is the red carpet sponsor. Palmbeachsports. com and Bethesda Health are also sponsors of Winterfest 2015. Parking and admission are free, and gates open at 5 p.m. Special VIP Stage Seating and International Club Prime Seating are available, offering spectacular views of the performances. To reserve VIP Stage Seating, call the chamber at (561) 792-6525. For International Club Prime Seating, e-mail kathleen@equestriansport. com. For more information, visit www.wellingtonchamber.com.

Entertainer Vanilla Ice sings on stage with local kids at last year’s Wellington Winterfest.

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Lox Groves Town Council To Address Ownership Of 140th Ave. Cut-Through By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council was surprised Tuesday to find that a cut-through from East Road to 140th Avenue North was not a town road, but rather part of a Loxahatchee Groves Water Control District canal easement. The topic came up during the town manager’s local government mileage report. “What we wanted to do is update the mileage we got recently from the Office of the Inspector General and Palm Beach County Engineering and Public Works,” Town Manager Bill Underwood said. “They personally went out and measured. What we’re looking for is approval to submit the mileage report on behalf of the town.” Councilman Jim Rockett asked about the design of a cut-through near Sunsport Gardens used by many residents to head north. “Bill, am I reading this correctly

when it says we’re going to take the cut-through in front of Sunsport Gardens and call it a private road when probably all the folks in this community who take their kid to middle school use that road?” Rockett asked. “And what about when we have to maintain it? Is there some reasoning that they had for that being a private road?” Underwood said that county staff told him it that it has always been a private road and had never been identified as a public road in anything they’ve ever found. “That’s going to create a problem for us if we want to maintain it,” Rockett said. “Now we have a private road that we can’t spend public funds on. I don’t know how we’re going to address that, but that’s an issue that somehow we need to identify, because it puts us in a quandary.” Mayor Dave Browning said the cut-through has been in existence for the 38 years he has lived in the

community. Underwood said he uses it, and Browning noted that the LGWCD grades it. Rockett asked whether the town could get a clarification on its designation, since it is the town’s only outlet to the north in that part of community. “I’m not concerned about losing the 600 feet or whatever it is,” Rockett said. “It’s the fact that we are now going on record that it is a private road.” Underwood said he thought that the property owner would have to give the town an easement. “Could we pursue that as the town looking to make that a town road?” Browning asked. Town Attorney Michael Cirullo said that town staff could approach the property owner. “The town has been maintaining it, and it has been historically used as a road,” Cirullo said. “Those are also criteria for determining what’s a public and what’s a pri-

vate road, even under federal gas tax guidelines.” Rockett said that the only record of ownership he was aware of was that it was owned by the LGWCD. Councilman Tom Goltzené said the mileage is continuing to change as the town takes over roads from the district. “That is an issue that needs to be resolved, especially when it comes to who’s responsible for maintenance, especially when it comes to a crash,” Goltzené said. LGWCD Supervisor John Ryan said that he had been told by former LGWCD Administrator Clete Saunier that the little piece in front of Sunsport Gardens was part of the district’s canal maintenance road, but should have been part of the agreement between the town and the district when it gave the town a permit to use its roads. Cirullo said he would get with Underwood and try to address that specific section of road.

Call to Artists Now accepting applications!

10th Annual Juried Art Fest on the Green Fine Art and Fine Craft Show

January 30 & 31, 2016 At the Wellington Amphitheater

50+ artists - $2000 in cash awards Applications: www.WellingtonArtSociety.org

For more information contact: Adrianne Hetherington, Tilemaker@aol.com, 561-301-4498 or Leslie Pfeiffer, mysticway1@bellsouth.net, 561-632-3677

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Make Plans To Honor Those Who Served This Veterans Day Last week, it was revealed that the United States would be sending approximately 50 Special Operations troops to the warn-torn country of Syria to “advise and assist” Kurdish and Arab fighters battling ISIS. Some say this number is too few; some argue it is too many. Yet one thing is clear: it is yet another place where the United States military will be actively involved in some form of operations overseas. Wednesday, Nov. 11 is Veterans Day, a holiday set aside to thank all those who have served our nation in the military. In an age when we continue to make many demands on our military brethren, it is certainly fitting that everyone take the time to honor those who have served. With each passing year, the surviving veterans of the “Greatest Generation” become a little thinner, and memories of their heroism fade a little deeper into history. However, without fail, a current generation of our armed forces rises to the challenge, answering the call to defend the United States in today’s conflicts. Serving in the military is a difficult, often thankless job. But Veterans Day is a day that we, as citizens, can and should thank them loudly and strongly. Next Wednesday, Veterans Day will be celebrated with parades and observances in big cities and small towns across the United States. We will be honoring recent graduates of area high schools who have chosen to don the uniform. We will be honoring military personnel who have returned home and found positions in the private and public sector. We will be honoring those elderly veterans who are hoping to travel to Washington, D.C., on an upcoming Honor Flight, and those who may have served the nation without having ever been called into action overseas. For many families, the ceremonies are extremely personal and often bittersweet. For all

of us, it is a day to show our appreciation, and there are many local observances in which to participate. On Wednesday morning, starting at 8:15 a.m., Wellington and the American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Wellington Post 390 will be honoring current and former members of the armed forces at Wellington’s annual Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony. The activities start with a parade beginning at the Wellington Municipal Complex, followed by a ceremony at the Wellington Veterans Memorial. On Wednesday evening, the Village of Royal Palm Beach will host its Veterans Day Observance at 6 p.m. at Veterans Park Amphitheater on Royal Palm Beach Blvd. The candlelight service will include a flag-raising ceremony followed by a motivational presentation. Also taking place Wednesday evening is the Wellington High School Wind Ensemble’s “Salute to Freedom” concert in the Wellington High School theater. A dessert reception will be held after the 7 p.m. concert. Admission is free, but donations will be collected for Forgotten Soldiers Outreach. There will sadly come a day not so long from now when we will read a story marking the death of the last World War II veteran. A person of military age the day of Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor (and the United States’ entry into WWII) is now more than 90 years old. Statistics show that our WWII veterans are dying at a rate of nearly 500 a day. This means there are only approximately 855,000 veterans remaining of the 16 million who served our nation during that massive conflict. That includes less than 80,000 in Florida. Time, indeed, passes quickly. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, let us show our gratitude and respect for their service, and the service of all those who have followed.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Stop The Lies And Innuendos

I attended the Royal Palm Beach Village Council meeting on Oct. 29 regarding approval of the RaceTrac gas station. While I respect the fact that people on both sides of the issue have the right to express their opinions at an open meeting, the personal attacks on Jess Santamaria and the lies and innuendos about the Royal Inn were completely out of place and irrelevant to the issue at hand. We have had family and out-oftown friends stay at the inn, and they were absolutely satisfied with the clean rooms, the good service, the helpful staff, the well-kept grounds and the safety. Would I allow my children and especially my young grandchildren to stay somewhere that I thought crime or drugs were rampant? Of course not! That’s a ridiculous question, but what is even more ridiculous are the lies and assertions by an individual who makes up the facts to suit her (political?) ambitions. Another observation concerning those rowdy attendees who cheered, jeered, shouted out and clapped despite the mayor’s request that such behavior be avoided, I say that being rude and discourteous is wrong and shameful! Arlene Olinsky Royal Palm Beach

Beware Buying Binks Course

The Wellington Village Council is contemplating buying the Binks Forest golf course, and there seems to be a lot of considerations that are being ignored.

1. The economy is still slow, less people are playing golf and many, many private and municipal courses are closed or are being closed. (Just look at Royal Palm Beach to our north and Boynton Beach the south.) 2. Binks Forest has failed under three separate ownerships already. 3. Should a municipal course compete with the three courses in Wellington already? 4. People say that we have a municipal pool, tennis courts, ball fields and a gym, why not a golf course? The answer to that is simple: 80 to 90 percent of the people who use those facilities are Wellingtonians, and outsiders pay a fee. A municipal golf course would be 80 to 90 percent of outsiders playing here, and we would be subsidizing them. 5. The planned local meetings would not represent all of Wellington, just like the K-Park meetings were representative of the surrounding communities most affected, but leaving out 90 percent of Wellingtonians who would not attend a meeting for a local circumstance. So, too, would that happen at Binks, just as we (Binks citizens) packed village hall to keep our course years ago, and made a deal to rezone and develop part of the course with townhouses. Now, we are going to revisit it again, whilst I’m sure the monies paid by a developer are long ago spent! How many failures until someone says enough, especially with taxpayer money? So, $3 million to purchase the course, $750,000 minimum to upgrade it, no property tax income forever, as it leaves the tax rolls under a municipality, and 2 to 3 years

operating at a loss is predicted, if not forever. The next logical question is: what happens if the municipal golf course fails? What is the fallback position? Are we to have a passive park, and bring people into our back yards and into our gated communities instead? Will this bring crime, burglaries and drug sales, as police could not easily negotiate the course at night to address these potential issues as larger parks so often have? Personally, my recommendation would be to have staff (not a paid advisor) look into golf courses in established areas, see how they are doing, how many are closing or switching to nine-hole courses and get some inside information on these courses, what works and what doesn’t. Then, in November 2016, during the presidential election, when the most people are voting in Wellington, have a well-thoughtout referendum on the subject, perhaps even choices. When there is much more information, the people are educated on the subject, and a better decision can be made on the future of this course! George Unger Wellington

Beware The Slippery Slope

I can’t remember when an issue has been so contentious and has evoked such strong opinions and emotions. I’m referring to the RaceTrac proposal before the Royal Palm Beach Village Council. I’m concerned about the level

of hostility, in part orchestrated by a person with obvious political ambition, rumored to be eying yet another run for a seat on the council in March of 2016. It was nothing short of masterful in recruiting and building fervor just short of a riot, and it proved successful in disrupting the meeting where those opposed were to be given the same time as those in support of allowing a RaceTrac gas station to be built adjacent to the Royal Inn Hotel on property facing Southern Blvd. in area zoned commercial. We can describe the entrance to the village at this point to be the “back door” to the village, as it is at the opposite end where the “front door” is at Okeechobee and Royal Palm Beach Blvd., and where the seat of governing is at village hall. The site plan for the RaceTrac gas station actually allows more distance from any residential area than any other gas station complex in the village of Royal Palm Beach, which makes you wonder about the agenda offered by those opposed to it, who have willfully and deceitfully describe the distance as “too close” to residential areas. Strong feelings persist, and there have been two postponements, but in order to be fair to both sides, cooler heads must prevail and civility and order must return to village meetings. The right to dissent is inherent in our democracy, as is the right to be heard, but everyone should support the notion that those who support the proposition have the same rights as those who oppose it. It should not be necessary to have police removing people.

Disrupting the conduct of the meetings when not being recognized by the chair leads us down the slippery slope to anarchy. Richard Nielsen Royal Palm Beach

Don’t Shoot The Messenger

It is very apparent from the public meetings held by the Village of Royal Palm Beach on the RaceTrac gas station, which I have attended, and the Town-Crier, that Jess Santamaria is out to blame the resident who alerted the community to this proposed project that will be located at the entranceway to the village and next to the Royal Inn. All of the people who have voiced their opposition at those meetings, through e-mails and letters to the council and editorial letters, did so without anyone twisting their arm. They are angry, first that they did not know about the gas station plan, and second, because the plan will, in their opinion, ruin their neighborhood. From what I see, no one has put

any words in their mouths or placed any ideas in their heads other than what they honestly believe. I hear and see the people exercising their right to have their voices heard in the public forum. But Jess Santamaria wants to intimidate them into silence. It is a fact that he has sent threatening legal letters to some who have stepped up. He has a desperate fear of the messenger, Martha Webster, who he has attacked for several weeks using the editorial page and now full-page ads — all about elections and not the gas station. This is an issue of a project and the public’s right to speak up. If Mr. Santamaria has a great project, then tell us how it is good. He has not been able to do that, or to prove its worth to the village in this location. Instead, he attacks the messenger, which can only mean that the whole plan was to silently push it through the village approval process before anyone knew — so attack the messenger and disregard the message. It’s a bad plan for Royal Palm Beach. Delores Fair Royal Palm Beach

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Diet Tips From The AARP For Promoting Long-Term Brain Health

Can you eat your way to brain health? The query posed in the October issue of the AARP Bulletin indicates that there might be a positive answer! Surely the foods they recommend for your diet are healthy, wholesome and strong in nutritional value. Let’s take a look. On the list is nuts, especially walnuts. They battle ameloid

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by eating a variety of foods like olive oil, leafy greens and drinking green tea? Include spinach, kale and broccoli, and with time you could restore brain function often nibbled at by Father Time. A noted authority like Dr. Paula Bickford, a professor of neurology and brain repair, highly praises this diet approach. How to insure your brain gets,

and processes, the blood it requires to stay sharp? Concentrate on dark-colored foods like beets, tomatoes and avocados. There are studies which praise increased blood flow to the brain to keep it strong and sensitive. These foods also promote growth in the hippocampus — the key area involved with memory and learning. Ever hear of the neurotrophic

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corn and sweet potatoes), packaged stuffing mix, turkey gravy and corn bread muffin mix. The items can be dropped off at Wellington’s Community Services Office, the PBSO’s District 8 Substation, the Wellington Municipal Complex, Wellington’s Parks & Recreation Office at Village Park, Ultima Fitness in the Wellington Plaza and the Lake Wellington Professional Centre. First and foremost, Harr said, they are collecting Thanksgiving foods. However, all donated food will be distributed. The food drive is also directly tied to Wellington’s Hometown Holiday Toy

Drive, which will begin shortly. “There’s no a better gift than helping someone else,” Tuckwood said. “Now’s the time that we need to come together and help those in need in our community.” Donating to those in need, she said, is the gift that keeps on giving. “You never know what that impact can be — it can change somebody’s life,” she said. To be added to the recipient list, contact Harr at (561) 307-2900 or Dee Aubrey at (561) 793-1007 before Nov. 18. For more info., call Tuckwood at (561) 753-2476 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.

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continued from page 1 said. “There are a lot of food donations going on. Last year, we fed 130 families, which totals about 600 people. We’re hoping to get enough food donations and monetary contributions to at least do that.” Contributions are the difficult part, he said. They’re already set with volunteers. “Our concentration right now is collecting those food items. It’s key for us

to make sure we have enough to give everybody,” he said. Harr suggested taking advantage of buy-one-get-one deals at local markets and picking up extra items during shopping trips. He and his wife priced the items at Aldi, and discovered that a family of four can be fed for approximately $12. “We’re hoping the folks in Wellington who are fortunate enough to have, will consider helping those who do not have,” Harr said. Churches within the InterFaith Group are each asked to donate 10 meals for families of four. “There’s no better feeling than

to know that you have contributed to help somebody put a meal on the table for Thanksgiving,” Harr said. Those in need are asked to call and request to be put on the list — recipients must register. More and more people are becoming involved as awareness increases, and the number of those in need is growing. Wellington residents, or those who attend one of the participating churches, just need to call to be added to the distribution list. Approximately 70 percent of those in need will call in the last two weeks, Harr said. Donations

can be brought in as late as Friday, Nov. 20. “Until you see the food come in, the week before it starts, you just don’t know what you’re going to have,” he said. “It is a little bit nerve-racking to see if you’re going to have enough of this or enough of that.” Once the donation drive is through, then they have to hope that there are enough monetary donations to purchase food items that they don’t have enough of. Organizers are asking for food donations of instant mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, canned vegetables (green beans, peas,

“Right now, we are praying that we have enough donations,” Gregg Harr said. “There are a lot of food donations going on. Last year, we fed 130 families, which totals about 600 people. We’re hoping to get enough food donations and monetary contributions to at least do that.” THE

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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS OF WELLINGTON HOST WICKED AT THE WANDERERS

The Young Professionals of Wellington held its annual Wicked at the Wanderers Costume & Casino Night on Friday, Oct. 30 at the Wanderers Club in Wellington. At the event, this year’s 2015 Community Impact Award was awarded to Todd Barron, chairman of the Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club in Wellington. To learn more about the Young Professionals, visit www.ypwellington.com.

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COVENANT CHURCH CELEBRATES ANNIVERSARY WITH AN EVENING OF PRAISE Royal Palm Covenant Church celebrated its 53rd anniversary with an Evening of Praise on Friday, Oct. 30. The evening was filled with uplifting and inspiring gospel songs from several choirs. A history of the church was told from inception until the present day by Sister Myrna Williams. Learn more at www.rpcchurch.com. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

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Home Burglaries In RPB’s Counterpoint Estates Community By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report OCT. 29 — A deputy from the Royal Palm Beach substation of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office was called to a home on Grandview Circle in the Counterpoint Estates community last Thursday afternoon regarding a residential burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between noon and 12:30 p.m. last Thursday, someone stole a bicycle, valued at $200, from the victim’s open garage. OCT. 29 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to a home on Grandview Circle in the Counterpoint Estates community last Thursday evening regarding a residential burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 10 a.m. and 11 p.m. last Thursday, someone entered the victim’s home by breaking through the right rear window and stole $3,000 in cash, a gold necklace valued at $350, and a gold wedding ring valued at $3,300, as well as two bottles of perfume. DNA and fingerprint evidence were gathered from the home. ••• OCT. 27 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was called to the Flanigan’s restaurant on State Road 7 last Tuesday afternoon regarding a theft. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 1 and 2 p.m., a white male, approximately 60 to 65 years old, walked out of the restaurant without paying his $33.34 bill. OCT. 29 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to a home on Ponce de Leon Street in the La Mancha community last Thursday regarding a vehicle burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 11 p.m. last Wednesday and 7 a.m. last Thursday, someone broke the passenger-side window of the victim’s 2007 Toyota Camry, causing $500 in damage. Fingerprint evidence was gathered from the vehicle. According to the report, similar burglaries were reported in the area the same morning. OCT. 29 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to a home on Shoma Drive in the Shoma Homes community last Thursday morning regarding a vehicle burglary. According to the PBSO report, sometime between 10 p.m. last Wednesday and 7:20 a.m. last Thursday, someone entered the victim’s 2002 Honda CR-V and removed approximately $15 in change, broke the glove compartment latch, removed a pair of sunglasses and ransacked the vehicle. DNA and fingerprint evidence were gathered from the vehicle. OCT. 29 — Deputies from the PBSO’s Wellington substation were called to homes on Northumberland Circle in the Greenview Shores community last Thursday regarding vehicle burglaries. According to the first PBSO report, sometime between noon last Wednesday and 10:03 a.m. last Thursday, someone entered the victim’s unlocked 2014 Chevrolet Corvette and removed the key fob from the center console of the vehicle, leaving the center console open. According to the second PBSO report, sometime between

midnight last Wednesday and 6 a.m. last Thursday, someone broke the rear passenger-side window of the victim’s locked 2009 Ford Crown Victoria, ransacked the vehicle and left the driver’s door ajar. DNA and fingerprint evidence were gathered from the vehicle. OCT. 29 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to Seminole Park on Lamstein Lane last Thursday afternoon regarding a vehicle burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 6:10 and 6:45 p.m. last Thursday, someone entered the victim’s unlocked 2002 GMC Yukon and stole an Apple laptop computer, valued at $1,2000, an Apple iPad, valued at $300, and a Coach purse and wallet, valued at $250. Fingerprint evidence was gathered from the vehicle. OCT. 30 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was contacted by a resident of Vinings Circle last Friday regarding a theft. According to a PBSO report, someone stole a Selmer clarinet, valued at $800, belonging to the victim’s son when he was at the bus stop in the morning. OCT. 30 — Deputies from the PBSO’s Wellington substation were called to Alexandra Circle in the Olympia community last Friday morning regarding two vehicle burglaries. According to the first PBSO report, sometime between 10:30 p.m. last Thursday and 7:35 a.m. last Friday, someone entered the victim’s unlocked 2011 Dodge Durango and stole a 9 mm handgun, valued at $465. According to the second PBSO report, sometime between 7:30 p.m. last Thursday and 3:30 a.m. last Friday, someone entered the victim’s unlocked 2011 Nissan Pathfinder and removed the victim’s driver’s license, American Express credit card, and $200 cash from the victim’s wallet, which was in a diaper bag on the front seat of the vehicle. OCT. 31 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was contacted by a resident of Fontana Lane in the Royal Estates community last Saturday regarding a case of fraud. According to the PBSO report, on Oct. 9, someone purchased four Apple iPhones for $3,000 from Verizon Wireless using the victim’s information. According to the report, the victim received a bill from Verizon on Oct. 24. He is also working with Verizon’s fraud department on the issue. OCT. 31 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was called to a home on Isles Vista Blvd. in the Isles at Wellington community last Saturday regarding the delayed report of a vehicle burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 6 and 7 p.m. last Wednesday, while the victim was at a park, someone entered his unlocked vehicle and stole a backpack and Apple Macbook Air computer, valued at $1,500. NOV. 2 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was called Monday morning to 54th Street North in The Acreage regarding a case of vandalism. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 10 a.m. last Thursday and 8:45 a.m. Monday, someone dented the side See BLOTTER, page 19

Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County is asking for the public’s help in finding these wanted fugitives: • Craig Kersh is a white male, 5’9” tall and weighing 170 lbs., with brown hair, blue eyes and multiple tattoos. His date of birth is 10/16/72. Kersh is wanted on felony charges for the fraudulent use of personal identification and unlawful possession of a stolen credit/debit card. His last known addresses were Collier Avenue in Lake Worth and South 38th Street in Greenacres. He is wanted as of 10/29/15. • Jordan Zaaf is a white male, 6’0” tall and weighing 170 lbs., with black hair, brown eyes and a tattoo on his abdomen. His date of birth is 12/27/92. Zaaf is wanted on for failure to appear in court on felony charges for the possession of heroin and for violating probation for the possession of heroin. His last known address was 10th Ave. North in Greenacres. He is wanted as of 10/29/15. Remain anonymous and you may be eligible for up to a $1,000 reward. Call Crime Stoppers at (800) 458-TIPS (8477) or visit www.crimestopperspbc. com.

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Wellington Zoners Postpone Vote On Annexation Along SR 7

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board on Wednesday postponed a request for the voluntary annexation of 10.5 acres in the Village Professional Park at the applicant’s request. The property is north of Wellington Regional Medical Center about 600 feet west of State Road

7 and about a half-mile north of Forest Hill Blvd., and is currently under Palm Beach County jurisdiction. Wellington Planning & Zoning Manager David Flinchum explained that on Monday, a discussion had arisen about the legal aspects of the property. “There is still a question about an old 25-foot platted right of way that goes back 50-something

years,” Flinchum said. “The agent has agreed to postpone it. Our recommendation is to postpone it.” Flinchum said that the issue had come up without sufficient time to delay the item without a formal vote. “That would be to postpone it to a date and time certain, which would be your Dec. 2 meeting,” he said. The board agreed unanimously to postpone the item, and

Flinchum asked board members to keep their staff packets for the next meeting. “The recommendation was for approval,” he said. “There will be very insignificant changes in your staff report. The agent just needs to document that they have clear title and that there are no other parties involved.” Flinchum said that the title can be obtained, but may involve the

Lake Worth Drainage District, which historically wants to be compensated for their lands, and it will have to go to the LWDD Board of Supervisors. “The only monkey wrench I can see in this is that it may not be accomplished in a 30-day period,” Flinchum said. “I’ve dealt with that district before on cases, and it sometimes takes several weeks. Either way, the applicant

owns both properties to the north and to the south. There are some state statutes that say once you are surrounded, you assume that there are no other interested parties involved, but we’ll get it cleared up.” Board Member George Unger asked how the LWDD got involved, and Flinchum said it has some holdings west of State Road 7.

Judges Announced For Xcelerate Wellington Business Competition The Young Professionals of Wellington recently announced the panel of judges for the Xcelerate Wellington $10,000 Business Competition to take place Thursday, Nov. 19. YPOW launched Xcelerate Wellington this year with the goal of engaging and stimulating the local business community by letting local businesses compete for a $10,000 grant to help the principals get their business to the next level. Xcelerate Wellington is open to all businesses based in or serving Wellington. Applicants provide a pitch deck, general business information and an executive summary through an online application form at www.xceleratewellington. com. The final date for submitting a business application is Friday, Nov. 6. Businesses proceeding to the final round will have the opportunity to pitch their businesses to the judge’s panel on Thursday, Nov. 19, where the winning business

RaceTrac

Decision Postponed

continued from page 1 three parking spaces plus one parking space for every 400 square feet of floor area, plus one parking space for each employee on maximum work shift. Royal Palm Beach Planning & Zoning Director Bradford O’Brien said that the applicant has added more earth tones to the color scheme, making it more subdued than a typical RaceTrac station. The project would include additional landscaping, and a large banyan tree on the site will be preserved. Agent Brian Terry of the Wantman Group, representing RaceTrac, said that the company has been operating since 1934 and has more than 160 locations, with more than 60 in development in Florida. It employs 2,700 people in

will be awarded the $10,000 grant. The judges include: • Mark Bellissimo — Managing partner and the largest shareholder of Wellington Equestrian Partners LLC, Bellissimo is responsible for all operations of the partnership, including Equestrian Sport Productions, which owns and manages the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington. Equestrian Sport Productions operates the Winter Equestrian Festival, the largest and longest-running horse show in the world, as well as the Adequan Global Dressage Festival. Bellissimo received his bachelor’s degree from Middlebury College and his master’s of business administration degree from the Harvard Business School. With his daughter Paige, he is co-founder of the Great Charity Challenge, presented by Fidelity Investments. He is also publisher of The Chronicle of the Horse magazine. Bellissimo is a member of Palm Beach County’s Business Development Board.

Bellissimo manages the Rolex Central Park Horse Show through International Equestrian Group LLC. New ventures include the Tryon International Equestrian Center in North Carolina and the Colorado Horse Park. • Jeff Brown — The 2015-16 Entrepreneur in Residence at the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Florida International University, Brown is an angel investor, serial entrepreneur and founder of Fourth Estate Public Benefit Corp. Over the years, Brown has been a key member of the South Florida investment community, mentoring and advising potential investors and innovators through Honey Tree Holdings, of which he is a founding member, as well as Startup Quest, the Digital Venture Capital Association and Palm Beach Angels Inc. Brown has founded various tech and media startups since 1988, and is a past director of the Gold Coast Venture Capital Association. He is an organizer and founding trustee

of Awesome Journalism, which funds innovative journalism projects around the world. “Thinking entrepreneurially and innovatively isn’t just for startups and business people, it serves journalists and professional communicators well, too,” Brown said. “The entrepreneur’s skill set of communication, branding, salesmanship, strategy and finance are core skills for 21st Century employees, as well as leaders and innovators within an organization.” • Martin Hill — A Wellington resident, Hill appeared on ABC’s Shark Tank program in September for his invention, the Beebo, and walked away with a $200,000 investment from two “sharks.” Hill, trained as an electrical engineer, moved from England to the United States five years ago after he met Sarah, now his wife. The couple has two young children. Like many infants, his son was a fussy eater, and Hill noticed that one of the times his son was most relaxed was while they were reading together. Wanting to feed

his son while reading a story but unable to flip the pages and hold the bottle at the same time, Hill decided that he had to invent something that would free up his hands when feeding his son. So, using Styrofoam, a cellphone case and a kitchen drying mat, he created the first prototype of the Beebo, a feeding tool that attaches to a parent’s shoulder and holds a bottle in place, giving parents a free hand while feeding. • Robbin Lee — Chief executive officer of Wellington Regional Medical Center, Lee has more than 25 years of experience as a senior healthcare executive. Before joining WRMC, she served as chief operating officer at HCA’s Lawnwood Regional Medical Center and JFK Medical Center. Her major focus is leading notfor-profit and for-profit academic and community-based healthcare organizations. Lee is a results-oriented, decisive leader with success in providing overall leadership and direction supporting strategic visioning, operational improve-

ments, financial performance and physician alignment initiatives. She has a proven track record of building teams, physician relations and strategic planning. Lee holds a master’s in business administration degree from the Goizueta Business School at Emory University, a bachelor’s degree from Shorter College in Georgia and a nursing degree from Georgia Baptist Hospital School of Nursing, also in Georgia. The Young Professionals of Wellington is a nonprofit organization that aims to identify, develop and engage the next generation of leadership in Wellington by increasing community awareness and promoting the social and economic interests of the community. To learn more, visit www.ypwellington.com. Xcelerate Wellington would not be possible without the support of local business sponsors Equestrian Sotheby’s International Realty, the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, Wellington Plaza and R5M Design.

Florida and has 20 to 24 employees at each location, with four to six on staff at all times. Terry pointed out that the site is completely within a commercial area, and the new station would replace one that had to be torn down during the widening of Southern Blvd. “We are in a commercial corridor,” he said. “We are not adjacent to residential homes, and we are not adjacent to other uses that may not be compatible.” The closest home is about 1,000 feet away, Terry said, adding that lighting will be set up so it will not be seen off the premises. RaceTrac attorney Gary Brandenburg said that the applicant has met all the requirements of the village through expert testimony, and that complaints made against it do not meet the burden of evidence. During public comment, Dan Splain of the NRI Institute of Health Sciences in the Royal Plaza shopping center across the street

from the site represented himself and 28 other business owners in the commercial area. He said the gas station is needed to replace two others that had to close when Southern Blvd. was widened. “The gas service is much needed to accommodate the many business owners, tenants and employees in the immediate surrounding area, and the hundreds of customers who come to our businesses each and every day, and the hundreds of hotel guests who utilize the services of the Royal Inn,” Splain said. “We currently have to drive two miles in either direction in order to purchase gasoline.” He added that the area has been zoned commercial in the village’s master plan for more than 50 years, and gas stations have always been a permitted use. “This gas station, from what I have seen tonight, is a very beautiful facility, and I think it will add to the area as it exists today,” he

said. “It is on a major eight-lane highway with zero negative impact on any residential areas, and RaceTrac will have low prices.” Attorney David Markarian, representing several residents opposing the gas station, said the most important question is whether the application complied with the village’s comprehensive plan. “The village and this body is entrusted to ensure the that new development does not, according to the comprehensive plan, negatively impact the existing neighborhood and uses, and perhaps more importantly, not diminish the community character, particularly to special exceptions,” Markarian said. “Just because an applicant says it’s OK or there’s a permitted zoning use, doesn’t actually answer or eliminate any further questions.” Markarian added that residents, although they may not be expert witnesses, are entitled to speak about what they think makes the village a desirable place to live. He questioned if residents had been afforded sufficient access to traffic studies regarding whether the station has 18 or 20 pumps planned, and when the studies by the applicant showing no impact on residential property values were done. Former Planning & Zoning Commissioner Barbara Powell said that she thought the applicant had done a good job trying to meet the requirements, but that they have not met the requirements for consistency with the comp plan. Former Councilwoman Martha Webster also spoke against the gas station. “Royal Palm Beach is not RaceTrac, and RaceTrac is not Royal Palm Beach,” she said. “Our village is the village that was claimed to be one of the 10 best towns for families in the U.S. Royal Palm Beach is a tree city. Royal Palm Beach is for families who invested in this community and invested in their homes.” Webster also pointed out that the

applicant’s traffic study acknowledged that the roadway level of service would deteriorate, and added that no report on crime in the area had been submitted. Comment cards were read for people who did not wish to speak, with approximately 100 against and 50 for the gas station. Vice Mayor Richard Valuntas asked about the traffic level of service, and Village Manager Ray Liggins said that there is an updated traffic report and a final report from the county. “The report has the intersection failing before they get there,” Liggins said. “After the improvements are made, and they add their traffic, they get an acceptable level of service.” Valuntas added that they did not yet have an updated traffic report with 20 pumps, and Terry said that his client would accept a condition for 18 pumps until the report has been updated. Valuntas also asked about the comp plan requirement that the station be compatible with and enhance the community, and Terry said that the requirement is that it provide needed services to the community. “The mixture is critical from a planning perspective and from an economy’s perspective that you have a combination of those services within proximity to the residents of the community,” he said. Councilman David Swift showed a map with a 2.5-mile radius of the proposed RaceTrac. “I count 15 stations there,” Swift said. “Can the applicant tell me why the village needs another 24-hour gas station/convenience store?” Terry explained that market need was not a criteria that they must prove in the application process. “It’s not a basis for approval or denial,” he said. Swift asked why RaceTrac chose that particular location and how it fits into the company’s business model, and Terry said

that RaceTrac has been unfolding a new business model. “This neighborhood business concept for their new stores, they’re doing them within the communities that really make the most sense to service the public,” Terry said. “It’s a historically commercial corner. It has always been that. We locate in that proximity, so the community can take advantage of the services offered, and that is good quality gas and good quality convenience.” Swift said that this was the first opportunity for many residents to hear the facts about the gas station. “Quite frankly, I’d like to slow the process down,” he said. Village Attorney Jennifer Ashton said that if the council thought there were further studies they needed to make a decision, they have the authority to send it back to the Technical Review Committee or the Planning & Zoning Commission. “This needs, in my opinion, to cook a little longer so these residents can see that this is a project that they can live with,” Swift said. Councilmen Jeff Hmara and Fred Pinto agreed that everyone should have the opportunity to provide input and that the council should be sure it has all the necessary information. Terry agreed but said that there are business components and timelines that they need to try to work with from a contractual standpoint. “We believe 30 to 45 days we can be within that range to try to bring this back,” he said. “We will be very diligent on our end to be sure that we work with staff to do the work that we need to do on our side to bring that forward.” Mayor Matty Mattioli agreed that there were some unanswered questions, and suggested that council members meet individually with the manager to have specific questions answered. Swift made a motion to continue the hearing to Dec. 3, which carried unanimously.

Supporters and opponents of the proposed RaceTrac gas station listen to the proceedings at last Thursday’s public hearing, held at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center.

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The Indian Trail Improvement District will celebrate the grand opening of the Downers Park Dog Park on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 16700 E. Downers Drive. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 10 a.m., followed by a park adoption by Barky Pines Animal Rescue & Sanctuary at 10:15 a.m. Refreshments and treats will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more info., call (561) 793-0874.

Clothing And Toy Drive For Kids In The Glades

Tracie Gold, author of the “Bonnie the Bunny” series, is spearheading the Bonnie the Bunny Secret Angel clothing and toy drive for children in the Glades area. Gold is collecting new socks and underwear, along with gently used shoes, clothing, toys and educational materials at the State Farm office of Barnie Walker (1246 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., Royal

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visually challenged children. For most of these children, it will be their first time on or near a horse. There is no charge for activities. To donate funds or horse supplies, or if you would like to volunteer, visit www.horsesthathelp.org or call Yvonne at (561) 281-8599.

Horses That Help Event Nov. 7

Art Society To Feature Susan Wilders Nov. 11

Horses That Help, a nonprofit ministry that uses horses to break through physical, mental, spiritual, emotional and cultural barriers, will hold a special event Saturday, Nov. 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hamlin House, located at 14893 89th Place North in The Acreage. Horses The Help is a multi-faceted ministry helping kids with special needs through horseback riding, and also providing a safe, loving environment where youth spend the day experiencing nature, horses and hard work with loving volunteers. In addition to serving its clients, at the Nov. 7 event, Horses That Help will partner with Lighthouse for the Blind to provide horse interaction and horseback riding to

The Wellington Art Society will feature local artist and teacher Susan Wilders at its Wednesday, Nov. 11 meeting at Bootz Culture Camp, located at 420 State Road 7, Suite 120, in Royal Palm Beach. A meet-and-greet will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a short meeting and member spotlight. Wilders, an accomplished Chinese brush painting artist, will then offer a demonstration. Wilders has been painting in the styles of the Edo and Lingnan schools for 20 years. She studied Chinese brush painting and Japanese Sumi-e from masters Chow Chian-Chiu and Chow Leung Chen-Ying.

Wilders believes that the joy of Chinese painting has enriched her life. Underlying the simplicity of the composition is a philosophy that sees a unifying pattern of life in all natural forms. Bamboo signifies the will to survive, the orchid represents Yin energy, the plum blossoms show the continuity of life, and the chrysanthemum associates fragrant plants with ideals of moralistic behavior and the changing of the seasons. From these four, all subjects can be created with beautiful strokes and the right amount of ink, water and pressure. Wilders teaches her art at the Armory Art Center and the Morikami Museum, as well as various school programs in Palm Beach County and programs for special-needs adults and children. She has conducted workshops and given lectures and demonstrations at the Norton Museum. Her work has been shown at many shows and can be found in collections throughout the United States and Europe. The Wellington Art Society is a nonprofit organization open to artists of all mediums and patrons

of the arts. For more information, visit www.wellingtonartsociety. org.

ITID Movie Night At Hamlin House

The Indian Trail Improvement District will host a movie night at the Hamlin House on Saturday, Nov. 21 with food vendors, popcorn and treats at 6 p.m., followed by a showing of the movie Home at 7 p.m. Bring chairs and blankets to enjoy a free outdoor movie under the stars. The Hamlin House Community Center is located at 14893 89th Place North. For more info., call (561) 469-7868.

PAPA Mobile Launched

The Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office recently launched PAPA Mobile, a new browser-based mobile tool that puts county property information in your hands. PAPA Mobile’s streamlined design gives users quick and easy access to property and owner

searches, using smart phones or tablets at www.pbcgov.com/ papamobile. The best features of the property appraiser’s award-winning web site, www.pbcgov.com/papa, are available on PAPA Mobile. In addition, Locate Me is a new tool exclusively designed for PAPA Mobile. Locate Me brings up an interactive map and property details based on where you are standing at the moment. “We are excited to expand our web site’s functions and services to include PAPA Mobile,” said Chief Deputy Property Appraiser Dorothy Jacks, who spearheaded the project. “It’s like having PAPA in the palm of your hand.”

Ministry Program In RPB Nov. 13

Power & Authority Evangelical Ministry will present “The Battle Is Won” on Friday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center featuring ministers Rodrigo and Elizabeth McDermott with psalmist Ingrid Hunter. For more info., call (561) 469-2322 or (718) 290-4040.

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ROYAL PALM BEACH’S FALL FESTIVAL BRINGS CROWDS TO COMMONS PARK

Royal Palm Beach held its annual Fall Festival last weekend at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park. Activities included a Saturday morning 5K costume run, live entertainment on stage Friday and Saturday nights, and Halloween costume contests for several age groups. The park was filled with food vendors and fall crafts activities. Kids enjoyed trick-or-treating, carnival rides, a pumpkin patch PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER and a petting zoo, while Blackbeard’s Pirate Ship provided a memorable photo opportunity.

Pet costume contest winners Susan Meehan with Reggie (third), Gordita, Kassiel and Kenny Rivera (first), and Jessie Pinder with Zeus and Apollo (second).

Contest winners Jacob and Dawn Kluxen (third), Noelle and Gina Sullivan (second), and Michael and Gabriel Fontanez (first).

Cinderella with Grace de la Rosa.

Zoey Hood in the pumpkin patch.

Elaine Tomchin at the Western Business Alliance display.

Groovolution amazes the crowd with a fire show.

Julian, Mathew, Angie and Ariana Stephens with Dan Leeward at the pirate ship.

Emily Brooke wishes Eilen and Alyn Santos a happy birthday.

CHIMPS AND LIONS AT LION COUNTRY SAFARI ENJOY SOME HALLOWEEN FUN

The lions at Lion Country Safari were treated to blood popsicles and pumpkins as part of their enrichment activities on Friday, Oct. 30 in honor of Halloween. Meanwhile, the chimpanzees were treated to cereal, fruit and other snacks as part of their enrichment activity. For more information, visit www.lioncountrysafari.com. PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

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One of the chimpanzees explores a Halloween treat.

One of the female lions cools off with a blood popsicle.

One of the chimpanzees enjoys a banana treat.

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MY BROTHERS’/SISTERS’ KEEPER Fundraiser Every year, My Brothers’/Sisters’ Keeper, founded by Jess Santamaria, holds fundraising dinners at various restaurants to raise money for its projects that assist the less fortunate in the western communities until they are able to help themselves. On Sunday, Oct. 25, a fundraising event was held at the Oak Bistro & Wine Bar in the Southern Palm Crossing shopping plaza on the Southern Blvd. A sumptuous dinner was enjoyed by all, followed by an auction with items donated by Star Liquors, Wheels of Wellington, Adrienne Ferrin, Jess Santamaria and other community businesses. This event was organized by My Brothers’/Sisters’ Keeper board members Barry Manning, Randy Pfeiffer, Rhonda Ferrin-Davis, Ron Tomchin, Eric Gordon, and Chris and Jess Santamaria. The next event will be held at the White Elephant Restaurant in the original Wellington Mall. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Lawrence Logan, Kitty Lannaman, Patricia Ford, Rhonda Ferrin-Davis, Winston Davis, and Dorothy and Ernie Garvey.

Jess Santamaria, June and Vinnie Perrin, Victoria Santamaria and Dr. Armando Marull.

Anique Vaughan with pastors Carolyn and Mike Rose.

Joe Nasuti was a successful bidder several times.

Rhonda Ferrin-Davis was the high bidder on Chivas Regal.

Elaine and Ron Tomchin.

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Stan Kilbas and Rachel Bridge.

Lawrence Logan and Kitty Lannaman.

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Pam Jones was high bidder on a bike, helmet and maintenance package donated by Wheels of Wellington.

Barry Manning, Randy Pfeiffer and Chris Santamaria ask for bids on Godiva Liqueur.

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Grayhills Named President-Elect Of Dentistry Academy

Wellington dental practitioner Dr. Laurence Grayhills has been named president-elect of the Florida Academy of General Dentistry. “The Academy of General Dentistry is a professional organization dedicated to representing general dentists in the United States and Canada. Its primary goal is to promote advanced continuing education for general dentists,” Grayhills said. “It’s an honor to represent the general dentists of the State of Florida. Our organization is dedicated to the continuing education of our members and to representing them in legislative matters in Tallahassee. With the rapid advancements in technology and our scientific knowledge, the practice of dentistry changes almost daily. The AGD is dedicated to helping members be the best that they can be, and in so doing offer our patients the best possible dental care.” Grayhills is working alongside Dr. Pete Castro of Miami, this year’s current president. The Florida Dental Association represents

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JACOBS FOUNDATION ADOPT-A-STREET CLEANUP

The Jacobs Family Foundation’s adopt-a-street cleanup was held Saturday, Oct. 24. Approximately 40 students from Wellington Elementary School and the Wellington Roller Hockey Association, along with parents and coaches, worked together to pick up approximately 40 bags of trash in the .94 miles along Wellington Trace between Stratford Street and Forest Hill Blvd. The cleanup took only an hour since there were so many helpers. For more information, call Tom Wenham at (561) 3339843. (Right) Participants join in the street cleanup.

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PBSO, BUTTERFIELDS FIGHT BREAST CANCER

When Wellington resident Joel Levine’s daughter was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, he vowed to do everything in his power to help find cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis affects more than 1.6 million Americans. They are painful, medically incurable diseases that attack the digestive system. Along with his wife, Levine, a founding partner in the West Palm Beach law firm Caler, Donten, Levine, Cohen, Porter & Veil P.A., has shown his commitment to finding a cure by raising more than $140,000 over the past four

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programs, including its Microbiome Initiative, Genetics Initiative, Pediatric Risk Study and CCFA Partners program. These programs are making strides in finding better treatments and potential cures. CCFA-supported research has determined that the gut microbiome — bacteria and viruses that inhabit the gastrointestinal tract — plays a key role in the onset and progression of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. CCFA’s Microbiome Initiative has developed cutting-edge tools and techniques that have catapulted the field forward and led to significant progress in our understanding of

the microbiome. Meanwhile, the Genetics Initiative, scientists have identified 163 genes associated with Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. The Pediatric Risk Study was designed to predict which pediatric patients will likely develop the most severe versions of the diseases. CCFA Partners is an online research initiative that uses state-of-the-art technology to engage and gather information from patients that researchers then study and analyze. For more info., visit www.ccfa. org or call (561) 218-2929. To register for the Take Steps Walk, visit www.cctakesteps.org.

Talia Fradkin Named Nordstrom Scholar Wellington resident and Palm Beach Virtual School senior Talia Fradkin thought she was giving a presentation on the college admissions process from a student’s perspective. Instead, Fradkin received a surprise when Nordstrom representative Jennifer Gross, the store manager from the Palm Beach Gardens location, stood up in the audience and announced

The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office teamed up with Butterfields Southern Café in Royal Palm Beach on Tuesday, Oct. 27 to promote breast cancer awareness. Twenty percent of proceeds, plus tips, will be donated to the American Cancer Society. Shown here are some of the participants.

years for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s (CCFA) Take Steps program. Last year alone, the Levines and 52 CDL employees raised more than $45,000 for the Take Steps Walk in West Palm Beach. And with the 2015 West Palm Beach walk scheduled to occur on Saturday, Nov. 7 at CityPlace, the firm is raising money again this year. More than 83 cents of every dollar raised through fundraising programs goes directly to support research and patient support services. Funds raised through Take Steps go directly to support many of CCFA’s current research

that Fradkin had won the 2015 Nordstrom Scholarship. Teachers and staff at her school had been in on the secret and planned the event a week prior after receiving the news from Nordstrom. Fradkin was designated a Nordstrom Scholar in recognition of her strong academics and superior commitment to community service.

Fradkin (center) with Palm Beach Virtual School teachers and staff.

Fradkin is an active volunteer in her community, tutoring students in algebra, geometry and chemistry. She is also a recipient of the President’s Volunteer Ser-

vice Award as well as President George H. Bush’s Daily Points of Light Award and a National Merit Semifinalist. Fradkin was one of 11,000 applicants nationwide.

Fradkin (center) receives her award from Principal Debra Johnson (left) and Nordstrom representative Jennifer Lemons (right).

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WES WEARS BLUE TO HELP FIGHT BULLYING

Wellington Elementary School recently participated in Blue Shirt Day to show support for the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County’s Anti-Bullying Campaign. Staff and students showed up to school in their blue shirts to make a statement that each of them can make a difference in regard to anti-bullying efforts. Shown above are fifth graders Benjamin Taylor, Emily Oswald, Aislinn Martinez, Gianni Conde and Miguel Alvarez.

FUTURE ROCKET SCIENTISTS LAUNCH BOTTLE ROCKETS

New Horizons Elementary School’s SECME Club recently had the opportunity to launch water bottle rockets at Limestone Creek Elementary School in Jupiter. This was a unique design seminar because the students were able to make modifications on site and then relaunch their rockets. Shown above are students with their bottle rockets.

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Seminole Ridge TV Wins At State Festival Seminole Ridge High School TV Production Academy students collected trophies in six video categories at the Florida Association of Media Educators Jim Harbin Statewide Media Festival held Oct. 23 in Orlando. Winning SRHS video projects all won first place at district and regional FAME levels before their state wins: • Drama, first place: A Buck Short by Ricky Bong, Andrew Garcia, Anthony Gugliotta, Nick Koenig, Ricky Moore, Jovany Ponce De Leon, Kaci Sleeth and Julissa Valiente. • News feature, first place: Paws in the Park by Amber Pellicone. • News show, second place: WSRH Extra, March 13, 2015 by Nataly Berdecia, Ethan Davis, Arianna Hierro, Kelly Mathews, Connor Nugent, Amber Pellicone, Connor Ryan, Kemarr Simmonds, Brittany Snowball and Alex Willingham. • Comedy, third place: At Your Service by Nataly Berdecia, Cara Engh, Michael Loizzo, Connor Nugent, Amber Pellicone, Jezebel Perez and Nick Seltzer. • Instructional, third place: What’s Cooking? by Nataly Berdecia, Ricky Moore and Amber Pellicone.

• Music video, third place: Astronaut by Michael Loizzo, Kevin McFarlin, Jezebel Perez, Jovany Ponce De Leon and Julissa Valiente. Seminole Ridge Academy Open House Nov. 12 — Seminole Ridge will host its annual academy open house on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6:30 in the Dr. Lynne K. McGee Auditorium. All parents and students are invited to attend to learn more about the school’s choice academies (biotechnology, construction and TV production), and its in-house academies (Accipiter pre-AP, automotive and information technology). Superiors All-Round for Winged Regiment — The SRHS Winged Regiment marching band, performing on the Palm Beach Central High School field, took part Oct. 24 in the Florida Bandmasters’ Association annual performance assessment under the direction of SRHS Band Director Daniel Harvey. “We received Superior ratings in every ratings category: Music 1, Music 2, Percussion, General Effect, Marching & Maneuvering and Color Guard,” Harvey said. Superior is the highest score a band can earn in the assessment.

Michael Loizzo, Cara Engh, Kaci Sleeth and Amber Pellicone with their FAME trophies.

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Berean Christian School inducted 22 new members into the National Honor Society in a ceremony held on Oct. 13. Headmaster William Dupere congratulated the new inductees and added some words of wisdom about leadership and academics. Shown above are the 2015-16 NHS inductees at Berean Christian School: 10th graders Hannah Adams, Alexandra Doege, Bethany Fix, Amy Fyke, Santiago Gonzalez, Therezina Graham, Skylar Knickerbocker, Gabriela Martin, Gabriella Mercurio, Rachel Perez, and Meghan Voehringer; 11th graders Justin Brannon, Mackenzie Doege, Laurel Rogers, William Rogers and Michaella Saint-Juste; and 12th graders Katy Carnegie, Dariela Gomez, Hannah Guzman, Morgan Newsome, Eric Rote and Keilon Stube.

H.L. Johnson Elementary School’s top 10 Scholastic Summer Reading Challenge winners recently enjoyed lunch with Principal Dr. Patti Lucas and their teachers. Tyler Brockway was the top reader with 12,500 minutes. Students also received a coupon for a free book from the upcoming book fair. Shown above are: (front row) Isabella Waters, Ryan Hansen, Tyler Brockway, Bianca Canales and Caitlyn Demers; and (back row) James Tadiaman, Kyleigh Gardner, Roman Medina, Jack Sessions and Rocco Ruiz.

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Third-grade students from Royal Palm Beach Elementary School recently received free dictionaries from the Royal Palm Beach Rotary Club. Third-grade students from schools across Royal Palm Beach also received dictionaries from the club. Shown here are Royal Palm Beach Elementary School students with their new dictionaries.

Rosarian Students Bring Cheer To Kids At Lord’s Place, P.B. Children’s Hospital

When October arrives, Rosarian Academy students are elated to get ready for Halloween. However, the students also recognize that not all children have the opportunity to celebrate fun holidays like Halloween. To help, students

provided Halloween cheer for children at the Lord’s Place and Palm Beach Children’s Hospital. On Oct. 28, 35 middle school students participated in the fourth annual Pumpkin Carving Party at the Lord’s Place Family Campus.

Rosarian students paired up with children to carve pumpkins, paint faces, make Halloween crafts and share stories. The Rosarian National Junior Honor Society organized the event and is in the process of planning a Christmas party for children at the Lord’s Place. The Lord’s Place provides shelter for homeless men, women and children, and help residents identify the issues that

led to their homelessness. This year, some Rosarian students also spread spooktacular fun to the children at Palm Beach Children’s Hospital. Each second-grade student decorated two Halloween bags and filled them with items such as puzzles and coloring books. Through the Alliance for Kids, the bags were distributed to the children staying at the hospital.

H.L. JOHNSON MARKS 50TH DAY OF SCHOOL

Eighth-grader Laura Narcisse helps a resident of the Lord’s Place Family Campus color and decorate a Halloween mask.

On Oct. 29, H.L. Johnson Elementary School teachers and staff celebrated the 50th day of school along with their students by dressing in 1950s attire. Music from the ’50s played in the cafeteria during lunches, and H.L. Johnson’s PTO provided a ’50s soda bar in staff dining that included root beer floats and egg creams. Shown here are teachers dressed in 1950s attire.

Wellington Elementary School teachers were able to select a large variety of books for their classroom libraries thanks to the school’s PTO. The PTO campaigned for donations of books that the students were not using at home anymore. The PTO collected more than 400 used books. Teachers were able to pick out different level books that their classroom libraries were missing. The teachers and students are thankful for the PTO’s book campaign. Shown above are: PTO Volunteer Coordinator Amy Strassel, PTO Corresponding Secretary Brynn Tiscione, Media Specialist Cathy West and teacher Jenny Laham with the books.

CARDINAL NEWMAN ENTREPRENEURS VISIT PALM BEACH ATLANTIC

Cardinal Newman High School’s Young Entrepreneurs Club recently took a field trip to Palm Beach Atlantic University to watch their “Sailfish Tank” event. It’s a take-off of the ABC’s TV show Shark Tank, where entrepreneurs can pitch their business to potential investors, referred to as Sharks. Cardinal Newman hosts its own event, “Crusader Tank,” run by the Young Entrepreneurs Club, and club members wanted to view Palm Beach Atlantic’s event to research, watch, learn and get great ideas for the upcoming “Crusader Tank.” Shown above are members of the Cardinal Newman Young Entrepreneurs Club.

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I’m Not Into Baseball, But Even I’m Impressed By The Royals What I know about the World Series fits into a Cracker Jack box, but this week, even I must ask, “So what about them Royals?” Facing the New York Mets for the title “Best Baseball Players of the Year” (or something like that), the Kansas City Royals got off to a great start and won the first two games of the World Series. Well, I guess they had to. They were on their home turf. I’ve been in Kansas City, and everyone has been wearing blue and white for weeks. The city’s fountains were gushing dyed blue water. They couldn’t have walked around town if they’d lost. Once they got to New York, however, things began to change. The stadium was

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The Sonic BOOMER filled mostly with people who wanted them to lose. Few blue and white jerseys, no blue fountains. The Mets soundly won Game 3 and, even though the Royals rallied to win Game 4, they were floundering badly in Game 5, unable to score a single run.

It looked like the tide was turning, but Kansas City fans never gave up hope. They never gave up hope because the Royals typically wait around until the other team starts to get tired and sloppy, then takes advantage of every mistake to “keep the line moving.” At first I didn’t know what the mantra “keep the line moving” meant, assuming it had something to do with beer sales at the concession stand, but they were talking about getting to home plate by methodically moving from base to base. I mean, that is the crux of the sport. Or you can whack the ball so hard it flies out of bounds and get to home plate that way, running the bases all at once.

Powerful home run hits aren’t the Royals’ style. Unfortunately, they are the style of the Mets. So, by the ninth inning, the Mets were ahead 2-0. Things looked bad because (here’s where I show off my vast sports knowledge), baseball only has nine innings. Well, usually. Then the Royals scored two points (runs, I think they’re called) and it turns out that if the score is tied, the teams keep playing until the situation is resolved. It’s only fair to the audience, er, fans who each paid hundreds of dollars for a ticket, drove all the way out to the stadium, paid more for parking, stood in a beer line that was perhaps not moving, and were probably

going to be late for work the following day. So now it was all tied up and it stayed that way for three more innings. You don’t have to know much about baseball to appreciate the excitement of a tie game in the World Series. The goal now, more than ever, was as much about keeping the other team from scoring as it was about scoring yourself. Then, suddenly, the Mets had pitching problems, a ball bounced off the catcher’s mitt and the Royals stormed in with their typical last-minute chutzpah, scoring five quick runs to win the game and the World Series. Something tells me that those fountains are going to be blue for weeks.

New Movie ‘Our Brand Is Crisis’ A Poor Try At Political Satire

The new Sandra Bullock movie Our Brand is Crisis is a silly attempt at political satire that is, frankly, so dumb that just about all the humor is gone. We have, instead, mostly a series of wisecracks and gags that do not even come close to justifying the cost of admission. It is supposedly reality-based in that some American campaign consultants went to Bolivia in 2002 and things fell apart, and now the Bolivians barely speak to us. In this movie, Jane Bodine (Bullock) is a consultant who has lost at least one election too many in the United States and, needing a paycheck, agrees to support the candidacy of a rich, uptight conservative candidate in an unnamed country (based on Bolivia). She had previously had a nervous breakdown. Adding to the motivation is her chance to go against rival consultant Pat Candy (Billy Bob Thornton), who has beaten her several times before. Her

‘I’ On CULTURE By Leonard Wechsler nickname is “Calamity Jane” because of her daring work that has lost her races as often as winning them. All the campaign advisers are shown to be idiots, particularly Jane. She gives a stirring speech to her workers, only discovering at the end that almost nobody spoke English. And, of course, she doesn’t speak Spanish. The campaign seems to go on interminably (it felt like I was sitting through a whole presidential campaign season in one afternoon at the

theater). There is no attempt at all to try to understand the feelings of the people of the country. Ironically, it is the ultimate form of imperialism: advising politicians of other countries we know nothing about. I have always liked Bullock. She comes across generally as nice, but there is almost no chance to show her as likable in the film. She is officious, more driven by a need to beat Candy than to do anything useful for the people of the country. I have met a lot of political consultants; they are generally far more idealistic than most, working for candidates who believe what they do. Here, everything comes across as a money game. Bullock’s personal charm barely gets to shine. The cast, overall, is pretty good. Their real problem is that they are not being shown as real people, just as symbolic stand-ins. None seem to really be idealistic; they mouth the words, but things

come out wrong. When Jane’s colleagues talk about the rights of the people, they are talking about a candidate who really has no interest in those rights, a point they somehow fail to understand. Everything revolves around the money. They want to run an American campaign in a country with a different culture that they seem to have no interest in understanding. And that means that some really fine actors, people like Anthony Mackie and Ann Dowd, are around for some wisecracks and sight gags, but are not part of a coherent story. I always write about the need for strong scripts. This one, by Peter Straughan, is muddled. It is based on truth (James Carville fought a nasty political race in Bolivia years ago), but is more like a reality show in which cast members have to pretend they are saying things for the first time while following a poorly written script. There was a documentary made of the

real attempt to affect the Bolivian vote. Ironically, it had the same name as this film. But this movie is supposed to be satire. The real problem is that it seemed not to be certain of exactly what it was poking fun at and, as a result, is not really funny. There are always real issues when the U.S. sends people out to affect elections elsewhere. And oftentimes things backfire. See Israel, where after American Democratic Party operatives ran election campaigns for the opposition party portraying Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu as more or less insane, he but did as much as possible to thwart President Obama’s plans. Perhaps someone will try a satire about that one day. Unfortunately, the best person for that, Mel Brooks, is a bit too old. This is a film to miss. It is not funny and wastes a lot of good talent. We need good political satire, but this is so dumb that it is simply a waste of time.

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KIDS CANCER FOUNDATION HOSTS GOLF TOURNAMENT AT WANDERERS CLUB

The ninth annual Kids Cancer Foundation Golf Tournament, in memory of Jenna McCann, was held Saturday, Oct. 31 at the Wanderers PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER Club in Wellington. To learn more about the Royal Palm Beach nonprofit, visit www.kidscancersf.org.

Michele O’Boyle, Sandy Erb and Stacy Wallace.

Piper Apfel and Andrew Dawson show off items signed by pro golfer Brooks Koepka.

Bob Koepka and Elizabeth Crippen.

Oscar Urreiztieta, Andrew Dawson, Nacho Lezica, Brandon Phillips, Ludi Solak, Piper Apfel and Nic Roldan.

Kids Cancer Foundation event organizers celebrate a successful golf tournament.

Kids Cancer Foundation President Kelly Wiener with Piper and Amanda Apfel.

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Daniell Romine and David Mullin show off their raffle winnings.

TAILWAGGERS DOG AGILITY TRIALS RETURN TO THE JIM BRANDON CENTER

The Tailwaggers Learning Center hosted USDAA Dog Agility Trials last weekend at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center. Handlers helped dogs negotiate jumps and weave poles, tunnels and more on an obstacle course. Dogs are timed in the events and accumulate points and ribbons. Agility is a great way for owners to bond with their dogs in a fun way. For more info., visit www.tailwaggers.org.

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continued from page 1 infrastructure, reliability improvements completed and planned, and the next steps, he assured the residents that FPL understands their concerns. “We’re not going to be here tonight to say there are no issues. We get it. I get it. There are some things we need to do better,” Winder said. “Part of what we have done is set things in motion, in addition to what we normally do.” Flickers, he said, are interruptions lasting a minute or less, and are likely caused by something that comes in contact with a power line, such as a tree branch. The system, he said, allows the flicker, rather

than having an outage — where power is out for more than a minute. Vegetation, large vehicles and vandalism are big causes of power interruptions, as are the 10,000 or so lightning strikes in the area. The company, Winder said, has been working on strengthening its facilities since the devastating hurricanes in 2004 and 2005. Since 2006, he said, they’ve inspected and tested all 1.2 million poles in FPL’s territory. There are efforts in the works to use smart devices to minimize outages, decrease the time it takes to restore power and minimize the number of people impacted by outages. He then spoke specifically about FPL facilities in Loxahatchee and The Acreage. Winder noted that facilities along Okeechobee and

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Southern boulevards are being strengthened. The lines serving gas stations, supermarkets and other key buildings, such as police stations, fire-rescue stations and hospitals, have been made some of the first places to receive service post-hurricane, Winder said. That way, even if your home doesn’t have power, the infrastructure will be there to get the community back up and running. So far, two power lines have been strengthened. Two more are planned through 2017, and 11 more are planned through 2020, he added. Florida is a subtropical environment, and FPL does the best it can to keep up with it, Winder said. One hundred and seventy miles of main lines have been cleared. Neighborhood lines, now being trimmed, will total 173 miles. In 2016, 74 miles of neighborhood lines will be cleared. “That will get us almost everyone within our trim cycle,” Winder said, explaining that lines in The Acreage that have been cleared will now be inspected. Every eight years, Winder said, all utility poles are inspected. So far, 13,700 have been inspected, 375 have been replaced, 340 have been reinforced and 8,010 will be reinspected in 2016. By early 2016, he said, advanced infrared technology inspections on all main lines will be completed, and visual inspections have been completed on the 15 main power lines. Automated feeder switches on 11 main lines and 174 automated lateral switches on neighborhood lines allow FPL to isolate trouble spots, reroute electricity when

needed, and automatically restore power if there is a power failure. “There are more here than in most other places,” Winder said, referring to the new technology. The switches were added in the area to expedite the solving of power problems. “It can detect the outages and will automatically switch back and forth and isolate the number of folks affected,” he said. Last week, settings were altered to increase the reliability of electricity for residents, Winder said. The programing, he explained, has been tweaked, and will continue to be tweaked as FPL learns what does and doesn’t work. “It’s pretty neat stuff,” he said. “We’re using this so much that we have a facility in West Palm Beach that is manufacturing them.” Winder encouraged residents to call (561) 697-8000 to report issues. “We are committed to listening to you,” he said. In the future, FPL will continue to monitor the reliability in the area, continue clearing vegetation, install additional automated lateral power switches and provide updates to residents about the work that is occurring. “We’re going to continue working with you guys. Working for you is proactive. When we identify things on our side that are not working well, or are broken, or not performing where they should be, we’re going to be taking action,” Winder said. “We know we have got to work with you all, and I think together we can make a difference.” Winder promised that FPL would invest whatever is necessary to upgrade the power system in Loxahatchee and The Acreage.

similar to the way a mayor’s vacancy is filled. If fewer than 180 days remain in a council member’s term, the seat would remain vacant until a new council member is elected. If more than 180 days remain, a special election would be called. Currently, the remaining council members appoint a person to fill vacant seats. The second ordinance would include a provision to protect the Equestrian Preserve Area. There are currently no protections for the EPA in the charter. The third ordinance would change the makeup of the village’s election canvassing board to include the village clerk, a county commissioner and a county judge.

The charter currently provides that the canvassing board be made up of the village clerk and council members who are not up for election. The fourth ordinance would prohibit commercial transient housing in the Equestrian Preserve Area. The provision would prohibit motels, hotels, condo-hotels, apartments and similar commercial transient occupancy uses, except for bed-and-breakfasts. • The council will also consider a resolution to approve an agreement with the Supervisor of Elections Office for election services in March, as well as a resolution confirming the date, time and

place for the election, and a runoff election if necessary. The election was moved from Tuesday, March 8 to Tuesday, March 15, to be conducted concurrent with Florida’s presidential primary. • The council is slated to vote on a request by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office to use law enforcement trust funds to purchase an in-vehicle surveillance system for an unmarked vehicle to provide video surveillance and recording for investigations. • Also, the council will consider an interlocal agreement with the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Palm Beach County to provide vouchers for free swimming lessons.

Resident Ken Bell, who has frequently experienced electrical problems, organized the meeting with FPL.

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continued from page 1 is between Greenbriar Blvd. to the north and Pierson Road to the south, and 150th Avenue South to the west and 140th Avenue South to the east. In other business: • The council will consider the final reading and approval of four ordinances to approve referendum questions that would amend the village charter, pending voter approval in March. The first would change the way council vacancies are filled to be

“I know that the folks that I work for are investing a lot in the infrastructure to make an improvement,” he said. “There is an opportunity for us right now to spend a significant amount to improve the infrastructure across the state, including right here. All

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continued from page 1 prove additional funding to outside vendors, but not what applies to the town management company, which was seconded by Liang. Councilman Tom Goltzené said he thought Underwood was justified in asking for additional funding. “I don’t think Bill would be asking for it if he thought it was included in his contract,” Goltzené said. “I disagree completely with the concept.” Browning said he favored the additional financing in order to keep up momentum, saying that not approving it might raise repercussions from residents in the Okeechobee corridor. “We’re in the process of trying to develop something along Okeechobee that all of our residents can live with,” Browning said. “We’ve spent 70 percent of the life of our town being in moratorium on Okeechobee because we can’t deal with it. We’ve set up a meeting; we need to get this resolved or we’re going to begin losing lawsuits. The people along there are going to say, ‘You’re holding us up; you’re trying to stop us.’ We can’t do that, so I think we’ve got to keep going on.” Rockett’s motion resulted in a

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continued from page 6 of the victim’s 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. NOV. 2 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called Monday evening to a business on Southern Blvd. regarding a vehicle burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 2:30 and 8 p.m., someone entered the victim’s unlocked 2009 Mazda 6 and removed a pair of Nike sneakers, valued at $150, and rummaged through the center console. NOV. 3 — A deputy from the

that aside, we’re doing more now than we have done in my entire career.” Winder extended an offer to residents who were present to provide their contact information to have their individual power issues investigated. 2-2 stalemate, with Goltzené and Browning opposed. Goltzené then made a motion, seconded by Browning, to approve the additional funding, which also resulted in a 2-2 stalemate. “It doesn’t make any difference to me,” Underwood said. “I didn’t want to attend a bunch of meetings anyhow.” Browning said the issue could be brought up again at another meeting when all council members are present. Cirullo asked council members if they wanted to bring the item, or some variation of it, back at the Dec. 1 meeting. “I don’t see how we’re going to have a barbecue on Dec. 5 if we just told him not to do anything toward it,” Goltzené said. “Jim Fleischmann isn’t going to be here for free. It’s a Saturday.” Cirullo said that as a council, they had already set the workshop for Saturday, Dec. 5, and Browning said they needed to follow through. “I think he’ll come to the barbecue,” Browning said. “Will you come to the barbecue, Bill?” “Someone will have to organize the barbecue, sir,” Underwood said. Browning said he agreed that funding for the workshop and the barbecue had not been included in the budget. “It’s an additional thing that we called for but didn’t budget for,” he said. PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was contacted Tuesday by a resident of 69th Street North in The Acreage regarding a case of fraud. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 8 and 9 p.m. last Saturday, while the victim was checking his Signal Financial Federal Credit Union account, he discovered a payment made Oct 27 to a an electric company in Maryland for $521.70. According to the report, the victim did not make the payment and did not authorize anyone to make the payment.

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PALMS WEST HOSPITAL HOSTS ‘PINK GLAMOUR’ EVENT AT REGAL CINEMAS

Palms West Hospital hosted its Pink Glamour Continues event Thursday, Oct. 29 at Regal Cinemas in Royal Palm Beach with a vendor fair and mixer, physician question-and-answer session with Dr. James Goad and Dr. Madi Ortiz, and a viewing of Bradley Cooper’s new movie Burnt. For more information about Palms West Hospital events, visit www.palmswesthospital.com.

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(Front) Tammy Mosley and Cambria Barber; (back) Colleen Campbell, Joan Sinnett, Deborah Stevens and Doris Silva.

Annie Sias, Richard Cioffoletti and Lori Crocco at the Pink Pumper.

Abbe Felton, Colleen Campbell and Lorna Johnson.

Evy Terron, Joan Sinnett, Deborah Stevens, Dr. Madi Ortiz, Dr. James Goad, CEO Eric Goldman, Lorna Kernizan, Virginia Brooks, Colleen Campbell and Lorna Johnson.

Dr. James Goad and Dr. Madi Ortiz with Palms West Hospital CEO Eric Goldman.

Virginia Brooks and Emilia de Carvalho.

Doris Silva with Dr. James Goad.

RPB SENIORS GROUP ENJOYS FUN HALLOWEEN PARTY AT CULTURAL CENTER

Royal Palm Beach Seniors Activities Group members enjoyed a Halloween party on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center. There was a costume contest with prizes given to the top three winners. Potluck appetizers and snacks were served. DJ Terry Harms played oldies music that kept the attendees dancing. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Costume contest winners Gretchen Lugo (second), Nancy Cannel (third) and Maria Villari (first).

Joan Swenson, Janet O’Connor, Linda Isaacs and Gretchen Lugo.

Lou and Sandra Silbermann with Dolores Valentine.

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Originally from New Jersey, Lisa Lewis grew up riding. She was so good in her chosen discipline of three-day eventing that she was short-listed for the 1996 Olympics. Eventually, Lisa decided to start her own business. She settled in Deer Run and began teaching clients and training horses. Ellen Rosenberg’s Column, Page 25

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WHS Volleyball Falls In Regional Quarterfinals

On Wednesday, Oct. 28, the Wellington High School girls varsity volleyball team hosted Spanish River High School in a regional quarterfinals match and fell just short against the Sharks (25-15, 23-25, 19-25, 25-14 and 12-15). The loss ended the season for the Lady Wolverines (17-11). Page 31

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The Women’s Foundation of Palm Beach County will host its sixth annual Girls Leadership Institute on Saturday, Nov. 14. This one-day, interactive program provides training and support for underserved girls in the county. The foundation has planned an institute that focuses on science, technology, engineering and mathematics to give participants a chance to learn more about opportunities in these fields. Page 26

Sports Broncos Fall To Palm Beach Gardens 14-10

The Palm Beach Central High School football team hosted rival Palm Beach Gardens High School on Oct. 30, and fell short, losing 14-10. The Broncos were seeking to spoil the Gators’ unblemished district record. It appeared that was to be, until two late miscues. Page 31

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Originally from New Jersey, Lisa Lewis grew up riding. While in college, pursuing equine studies at Lake Erie College in Painesville, Ohio, she spent her senior year abroad in England. “It was fabulous,” Lisa recalled. She was so good in her chosen discipline of three-day eventing that she was short-listed for the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta with her 15.3hand Thoroughbred gelding, Good Force. Alas, she was never called. “Just getting selected was an honor,” Lisa said. “Especially with Good Force, or Gopher, as we called him. I got him as a four-yearold and trained him. I love Thoroughbreds. They’re smart, sensitive, have a great work ethic and are sometimes almost too athletic. Gopher helped my riding a great deal, especially in dressage. He taught me not to pull on the reins to slow down, which only made him go faster, but to use my core instead. “Eventually, the jumping started to make me nervous, so I decided to concentrate on dressage, which is where my heart always lay. The best thing about dressage is the relationship you develop with your horse, the subtlety of the aids. It’s technical, but also harmonious. It’s as if you and your horse are dancing in unison.” Eventually, Lisa decided to start her own business. “Competing at the upper levels is hard, both financially and in terms of lifestyle,” Get updates all week long... follow Ellen Rosenberg on Twitter at twitter.com/Horse TalkFL.

Tales From The Trails By Ellen Rosenberg she said. “You’re on the road a lot; it becomes your whole life.” So she settled in Deer Run and began teaching clients and training horses, specializing in the adult and amateur markets. “This made a lot more sense,” Lisa said. “There are many local dressage shows, and lots of clients. It’s much more enjoyable.” Lisa currently owns four horses, two of which are for sale. All Tapped Out, aka “Izzy,” is a 14-year-old, 16.3-hand chestnut Warmblood gelding. Lisa describes him as the perfect adult/amateur horse for first or second level. “He’s very quiet, has great ground manners, flying changes and three comfy gaits,” she said. Valentino, aka Joey, is a six-year-old, 16.1hand, bay Rhinelander gelding with definite FEI potential. “He’s sensitive, forward, very athletic — perfect for the right talented rider,” Lisa said. One of the two keepers is Serenade GGF, a 10-year-old, 16.3-hand, bay Hanoverian mare, currently competing at third level. “She’s easy and friendly, and her gaits are up off the

Lisa Lewis with her horse Donegal. ground,” Lisa said. “She’s queen of the barn.” to shipping fever when I brought him down Lisa’s favorite is Serenade’s half-brother, from New Jersey in 2013. He was only three. Donegal GGF, also a keeper. Donnie is a It developed into pneumonia.” five-year-old black Hanoverian gelding with Lisa enjoys finding the right horses for her a blaze and four white socks. clients. “Amateur horses need to be friendly “He makes me smile,” Lisa said. “I’ve and easy to be around, as well as talented in the See ROSENBERG, page 33 been through a lot with him. I almost lost him

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Foundation Hosts Annual Girls Leadership Institute

The Women’s Foundation of Palm Beach County will host its sixth annual Girls Leadership Institute on Saturday, Nov. 14. This one-day, interactive program provides training and support for underserved girls in the county. This year, the foundation has planned an institute that focuses on science, technology, engineering and mathematics to give participants

a chance to learn more about the different opportunities in these fields and to gain valuable hands-on experience through the STEM-centered projects they will create. “Our future depends on how well we educate the next generation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics — and especially young women,” said Laura Niedernhofer, an associate professor

at the Scripps Research Institute. “If we truly want the world to be a better place, then we need to invest in STEM education to drive discoveries that improve our health, security and economy. And we need to include young women in every step of this fun discovery process.” Many young girls have untapped leadership ability, and the Women’s Foundation is dedicated to helping

them find and hone their skills and to help them realize their potential. Sponsors of the 2015 Girls Leadership Institute include the Scripps Research Institute, Florida Power & Light, 4H, the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, Lion Country Safari, NCBW 100, Keiser University, Palm Beach Code School and Taz Bots. The event will run from 8:45 a.m.

to 4 p.m. at the Scripps Research Institute in Jupiter. Admission is free. Visit www.womensfoundationpbc. org to register. To learn more, call Judith Selzer at (561) 909-8415. The Women’s Foundation of Palm Beach County is a nonprofit that invests in women and girls to encourage leadership and positively affect their economic, political and social status.

Spelling Bee Benefits Literacy Coalition

Great Grown-Up Spelling Bee co-chairs and sponsors (L-R): Rob Gingras, Amanda Lundergan of Ice Legal, Ginny Neal, Ariane Miller, Tom Ice of Ice Legal, Buzzby Book Bee (Ken Montgomery), Lisa Koza and Kristin Calder.

Thanks to some competitive spellers, the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County raised more than $42,000 with its Great GrownUp Spelling Bee. The event took place Oct. 15 at the Harriet Himmel Theater at CityPlace in downtown West Palm Beach. Nearly 20 teams competed in the spell-off. After 22 rounds, it came down to three teams: Palm Beach State College, NextEra Energy and Duffy Sports Grille All-Stars. The Duffy’s team clinched the win by spelling the word “encephalon.” PBSC placed second. The coalition thanks presenting sponsor LegalYou, a division of Ice Legal in Royal Palm Beach; “Bee Hive Sponsor” Publix Super Market Charities; wordmaster

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Party Benefits Greyhound Charity

A recent benefit for Forever Greyhounds, “Dixie’s Hilarious & Unforgettable Tupperware Party” at the Palm Beach Kennel Club on Oct. 22, was declared a huge success by its organizers. The event provided many laughs

for those attending during a performance by Dixie Longate. The nonprofit thanks everyone who came out to support the group’s “FUNdraiser” and helped it reach its goals. Guests appreciated the food, desserts and happy greyhounds

present to greet them. Forever Greyhounds is a nonprofit that transports retired racing greyhounds all over the U.S. to other greyhound adoption groups where they find homes. Learn more by visiting www.forevergreyhounds.org.

(Left) Dixie Longate entertains the crowd that came to help out Forever Greyhounds on Oct. 22 at the ‘Hilarious & Unforgettable Tupperware Party’ hosted by Palm Beach Kennel Club. (Above) Several retired racing greyhounds were on hand to greet visitors.

Jon Smith Subs Starts Delivery Service In Wellington With Partner Cravy Palm Beach County’s own sub empire, Jon Smith Subs, is now available for delivery via exclusive service partner Cravy. Starting with Cravy Wellington, Jon Smith Subs’ full menu of offerings is now available for delivery from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. for customers who order at www.gocravy.

com/jonsmithwell or via the new Cravy app. Through Nov. 3, patrons were able to receive free delivery. Established in 1988 and now with nine stores from Boca Raton to Jupiter, Jon Smith is truly Palm Beach County’s own sub shop. A family-owned business, Jon Smith Subs has

built its community empire on serving only the freshest and highest-quality marinated grilled sirloin steak and chicken breast subs. With almost 40 subs and sandwiches prepared fresh daily at each location and an emphasis on service and hospitality, Jon Smith Subs is committed to providing a qual-

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Broncos Suffer Close Loss To Palm Beach Gardens 14-10

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Palm Beach Central High School varsity football squad hosted district rival Palm Beach Gardens High School on Friday, Oct. 30, and fell short, losing to the Gators 14-10. Palm Beach Gardens recently won the District 9-8A title in a tight battle against Wellington, and entered the game with little at stake other than maintaining an unbeaten district record. The Broncos (2-7, 1-3) had more at stake. Coming off a big win over Jupiter a week ago,

Bronco receiver Tyler Freeman holds on to the ball after a tipped pass for a first down.

the Broncos had the desire not just to spoil the Gators’ unblemished district record, but to earn a two-game win streak. It appeared that was to be, until two late miscues proved catastrophic for the Broncos’ plan. The two teams displayed solid defensive play, making it a challenge offensively. The Palm Beach Central defense battled in the trenches and found its way to the Palm Beach Gardens quarterback, sacking him three times in the first half. Defensive back Deion Stephens brought in the game’s first score

Bronco quarterback Jordan Travis takes the ball up field.

for the Broncos when he picked up a fumbled snap by the Palm Beach Gardens quarterback and returned the fumble 23 yards for the touchdown. Kevin Hagerty’s kick gave Palm Beach Central a 7-0 first quarter lead. Palm Beach Gardens tied it up at seven, capping a 65-yard drive with a 22-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter. Both teams managed to get just outside the red zone to attempt field goals but fell short to end the first half deadlocked at seven. The Broncos ate up nearly seven

minutes off the clock to start the second half, clawing their way to the Gators’ 24-yard line, and failed to convert on a fourth-and-four, turning over possession to the Gators. Mason Roe came up big for the Palm Beach Central defense, adding two more to the sack tally on the Gators’ next possession. Palm Beach Central regained the lead with a Hagerty 17-yard field goal to grab a 10-7 advantage with less than four minutes to play in the third quarter. Late in the game, two mistakes would prove costly for the Broncos:

Palm Beach Central receiver Jose Calvo runs to the outside to avoid a Gator defender in pursuit.

a roughing-the-kicker call in the Gators end zone affected later field position, and a late fumble inside the red zone gave Palm Beach Gardens an opportunity to steal the lead. “We had a punt safe call, and nobody was supposed to go near the kicker,” Palm Beach Central coach Tino Ierulli said. “That affected our field position.” The Gators would score on a fumble recovery after a Palm Beach GarSee BRONCOS, page 33

Palm Beach Central running back Jordan Canady finds some room. PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

Lady Wolverines Drop Regional Quarterfinal To Sharks

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report On Wednesday, Oct. 28, the Wellington High School girls varsity volleyball team hosted Spanish River High School in a regional quarterfinals match and fell just short against the Sharks (25-15, 2325, 19-25, 25-14 and 12-15). The Lady Wolverines (17-11) were the second seed in District

Emaly Matari passes the ball for Wellington.

9-8A, and edged the No. 1 seed Jupiter for the district crown, earning home turf advantage against the rival Sharks. The teams split victories earlier in the season, but Wellington could not muster enough to pull out the regional quarterfinal win, which ended its post-season run. The first set began even, as both teams battled for momentum, tied at three. Emaly Matari served in a

five-point run, giving the Wolverines an 8-3 advantage. The Sharks tried to push back, but Wellington eventually jumped out to a 19-7 lead. Solid play by outside hitter Bailey Williams helped win the first set toward the end 25-15. Even though the Wolverines jumped out to an early 6-2 lead in the second set, Spanish River would punch back, winning the

Wellington’s Sierra Bennett battles to push the ball over the net against the Sharks.

second and third sets 25-23 and 25-19. Wellington led nearly the entire second set until the Sharks tied it at 17. The Wolverines were pressed against the wall, knowing they needed to win the fourth set to take it to the fifth. They appeared to be on their way, taking the lead in the fourth set. At one point Wellington had a 16-6 advantage, but the relentless Sharks

fought back. The Wolverines had just enough to pull out the 25-14 win to take the match into the fifth set. The last set was action-packed. Spanish River drew first blood, but the Wolverines were clawing at their heels. Wellington managed to tie it at seven but could not take the lead. The Sharks were up 13-12, and eventually put the set in the bag, See VOLLEYBALL, page 33

Wellington celebrates the winning point in the fourth set. PHOTOS BY GENE NARDI/TOWN-CRIER

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Orange Bowl Leaders Visit Football Program In Wellington The Orange Bowl Youth Football Alliance visited five parks in Palm Beach and Monroe counties on

Saturday, Oct. 24. Park of the Week, now in its 17th year, recognizes select youth football parks across

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Seminole Ridge High School bowlers qualified for the state bowling finals recently by defeating Palm Beach Central High School’s team. This is the first time since 2007 that the SRHS bowlers qualified for the state tournament, which took place recently at Boardwalk Bowl in Orlando. Shown here (L-R) are bowlers Chris Sultan, Tyler Yount, Jared Richards, Matthew Smith, Tim Hutson, Tommy Hahn and Michael Hayes with coach Gregory Smith in the front.

South Florida each Saturday during the fall. Among parks visited by the Park of the Week team was Village Park in Wellington to see the Western Football Communities League in action. At each stop during the program, OBIE, the Orange Bowl mascot, was joined by Orange Bowl members, ambassadors and staff in distributing promotional items and discounts from Orange Bowl YFA

sponsors and presenting each park with a commemorative plaque. The Orange Bowl continues to positively impact the community with programs such as the Orange Bowl YFA and the new Orange Bowl “Drive for Excellence” Girls Golf program. For more than 82 years, the Orange Bowl has been one of South Florida’s leading civic organizations, driving tourism and economic development, while supporting

scholarships and community athletic facilities. Inspiring thousands of student athletes every year, the Orange Bowl’s activities help foster youth confidence, celebrate student achievement, engage the community and enhance the South Florida economy. For more information about the Orange Bowl Committee and the Orange Bowl YFA, presented by Sports Authority, visit www.orange bowl.org.

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continued from page 25 arena,” she said. “I look for the right temperament, size and athletic ability. Solid citizens with comfortable, rideable gaits. Some fancy movers can be too much horse for an amateur.” Many amateurs prefer a horse who needs to be pushed a little, rather than one that’s too forward, Lisa explained.

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continued from page 31 taking it 15-12, and advanced to the semifinal match. The loss ended the Wolverines’ postseason play, bringing their season record in at 17-11, but in the process, they managed to take home the district championship. Notable Wolverine performances were: Emaly Matari had 14 points, four aces and four digs; Bailey Williams is credited with 17 kills and 17 digs; Lilijana Henderson and Alyssa Ramos combined for 19 kills; Rebecca Martinez recorded 19 digs; and Lauren Toler totaled 10 points, 15 digs and two aces.

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(Left) Wellington libero Rebecca Martinez passes the ball. (Right) Julia Lane leaps up for a kill.

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“When I teach, I help riders understand how to give an aid, wait for a response, then repeat it if necessary. I find that people tend to keep using an aid too long, rather than applying it and waiting to see the results,” she said. “Teaching is like looking at a big jigsaw puzzle with scattered pieces. Bringing those parts together into a harmonious picture, where the rider and horse connect in a true partnership, is what it’s all about.” Lisa’s goals are to teach her clients to be able to ride and compete safely and with confidence, and to handle

difficult situations successfully. She is available for lessons at her farm or will travel locally. She teaches dressage, three-day eventing and hunter/ jumper, beginner through advanced. Rachel Paxton Blair is one of her clients and also boards her horse with Lisa and works as her assistant. “I like that when she explains an aid, she makes sure I understand the sequence,” Rachel said. “She deconstructs it and makes it more comprehensible. She explains not just what and how to do something, but why. She has really helped me reorganize my training. I respect her

continued from page 31 dens receiver had the ball stripped before he crossed the goal line to take the lead to 14-10. The Broncos had little time to work with and drove to the 40-yard line but could not get the winning score, falling short 14-10. “That was our game,” Ierulli said. “We’re so young, and we’re building on experience alone. We were in a lot of games this season.” The Broncos will complete the season Friday, Nov. 6, hosting Royal Palm Beach High School at 7 p.m. workman-like approach. And the horses all love her.” Mary Ellen Sencer is another client who bought a horse from Lisa. She came to Lisa after a bad experience. “My horse bolted and threw me. I broke my shoulder,” Mary Ellen said. “It was a horse I never should have owned. But Lisa worked with me and the horse. It was phenomenal. When I decided to buy another horse, she let me take lessons on him for two months before I bought him. I’ll never buy a horse from anyone else. I highly recommend Lisa to everyone.”

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Diane Sasscer also has high praise for Lisa. “She’s a great fit for me. She’s terrific with my mare, Cossette. She really gets her,” Diane said. “She has taught me to really use my seat and tune in to my mare’s hind legs. I used to have trouble getting her to go forward. I didn’t realize I was blocking her. Now we’re having a great time. It’s all good. Lisa is patient and enthusiastic. She makes you believe that you can achieve your goals. She unlocks your communication with your horse.” For more information, call Lisa at (609) 670-5958.

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Saturday, Nov. 7 • The West Palm Beach Antiques & Collectibles Show will return to the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center from Friday, Nov. 6 through Sunday, Nov. 8. Learn more at www.wpbaf.com. • The Audubon Society of the Everglades will hold a car pool tour and bird walk around Storm Water Treatment Area 1E managed by the South Florida Water Management District on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 a.m. To RSVP, e-mail asetripinfo@ gmail.com or call Linda at (586) 854-0145. For more info., visit www.auduboneverglades.org. • The Palm Beach County Thrift Store (2455 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach) will hold its monthly auction Saturday, Nov. 7. Store hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with bidding from 8 to 11 a.m. Call (561) 233-2256 or visit www.pbcgov. com for more info. • Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will host its Fall Plant Sale & Marketplace on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts. org for more info. • Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will host In The Design Studio: Garden Design Collaboration on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Keith Williams of Nievera Williams Design will discuss the collaboration between client and designer. Call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a From Coverage to Care Workshop, presented in partnership with Enroll Palm Beach, on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Understand your new healthcare benefits and how you can connect to primary care and preventative services. Walk-ins are welcome. Call (561) 7906070 for more info. • Binks Forest Elementary School in Wellington will hold its Fall Carnival on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (561) 904-9800 for info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out while enjoying a hot cup of java. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host RPB Teen Xpressions for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. Share your original poems, writings, art work and more with your peers. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Lip Sync Battles for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 2:30 p.m. Pretend to sing along to your favorite song while enjoying snacks. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Anime Club for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 3 p.m. Meet other teens who enjoy watching and talking about anime. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free concert featuring the Wellington High School Jazz Band on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for info. Sunday, Nov. 8 • A bowling fundraiser for Wellington resident Bill Lerner will be held Sunday, Nov. 8 at noon at Greenacres Bowl (6126 Lake Worth Road) to support his dialysis expenses and kidney/ liver transplant. A $22 fee per bowler includes rental shoes, bowling, a pizza for one lane and a pitcher of soft drink. RSVP to (561) 596-0926 or blcs2000@gmail.com. Monday, Nov. 9 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Write, Read & Critique for adults Mondays, Nov. 9 and Nov. 23 at 10 a.m. It will be an informal roundtable discussion where participants improve their craft by reading and discussing works in progress. Call (561) 7906030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host The Everyday Gourmet: Making Great Meals in Less Time on Mondays, Nov. 9 and

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Nov. 16 at 2:30 p.m. The DVD lecture series will teach how to think like a chef when planning and preparing meals in your home kitchen. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Craftapalooza for ages 2 to 8 on Monday, Nov. 9 at 3 p.m. Create multiple crafts from fun selections. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • Seminole Ridge High School will host Hawks Celebrity Night on Monday, Nov. 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Acreage McDonald’s (15880 Orange Blvd.). Faculty and staff will be flipping burgers to support the school’s dance marathon, which helps Shands Children’s Hospital. For more info., e-mail grenkarenkeogh@bellsouth.net. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Chess Club for Adults on Monday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m. Practice strategy skills with other players. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Acreage/Loxahatchee Relay for Life will hold its Painting Our World Purple Kickoff Party on Monday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Indian Trail Improvement District building (13476 61st Street North). The 2016 relay will be held April 9 at Acreage Community Park. To register, visit www.relayforlife.org/acreagefl. RSVP to Aversis Concepcion at (561) 650-0145. • Community of Hope Church (14055 Okeechobee Blvd.) will offer a free support group for those grieving during the holidays on Monday, Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. Visit www.communityofhope. church for more info. • The National Dance Company of Siberia will open the new season at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center on Palm Beach State College’s Belle Glade campus (1977 College Drive, Belle Glade) on Monday, Nov. 9 at 7:30 p.m. For more info., call (561) 993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org. Tuesday, Nov. 10 • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Everyone Is Special for ages 3 to 6 on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 11:15 a.m. Dance and sing while learning how we are all the same and different. Practice ways to say “hello” in various languages, explore what makes you special and create handprints showing the beauty of the human rainbow. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host DIY Sequin Holiday Ornaments for adults on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. Make and take home a sequin ornament for your holiday decorating and gift giving. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Sit ’n’ Stitch for ages 9 and up Tuesdays, Nov. 10 and Nov. 17 at 5 p.m. Share ideas and knowledge with others who are just learning to crochet. Some materials are provided. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Pizza Chat with an Author for ages 9 to 17 on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. Donna Gephart, the author of Olivia Bean, Trivia Queen, will be sharing pizza and answering questions. Chat about her books and get tips on becoming a better writer. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Help with Holiday Shopping for adults on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. Need help with your holiday shopping? Not sure which smart phone, tablet or coffee maker to choose? The business librarian will show you how to access Consumer Reports for free by using your library card. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Teen Takeover for ages 12 to 17 on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington Village Council will meet Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info. • Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will host its Book Discussion Series on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. Call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org for info.

• The Last Comic Standing Live Tour will be at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach) on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 8 p.m. For tickets, call (561) 832-7469 or visit www.kravis.org. Wednesday, Nov. 11 • The Village of Wellington and the American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Wellington Post 390 will honor all current and former members of the armed forces with a Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The parade will begin at 8:15 a.m., from the Wellington Municipal Complex to the Wellington Veteran Memorial, located at the corner of Forest Hill and South Shore boulevards. The parade will be followed by a ceremony at 8:30 a.m. at the memorial. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info. • The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will hold its Kickoff to the Equestrian Season luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 11:30 a.m. at the Wanderers Club in Wellington. Visit www. wellingtonchamber.com for more info. • South Florida Science Center & Aquarium (4801 Dreher Trail North, WPB) will host Silver Science Days on Wednesday, Nov. 11 from 2 to 5 p.m. for ages 60 and older. Complimentary refreshments and a free planetarium show are included with admission. For more info., visit www.sfsciencecenter.org or call (561) 832-1988. • The Village of Royal Palm Beach will host a Veterans Day Observance on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 6 p.m. at Veterans Park Amphitheater on Royal Palm Beach Blvd. with a candlelight service. A flag-raising ceremony will be followed by a motivational presentation. Enjoy free refreshments and a live musical performance by the Royal Palm Beach Community Band following the ceremony. Veterans attending the ceremony who wish to be recognized should call (561) 7905149 to be placed on a list. • The Northern Palm Beach Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the PGA Boulevard Embassy Suites Hotel (4350 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens). The program will feature David Bennett, an IT specialist. Networking is at 6 p.m. with dinner and a program at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $22. Guests are welcome. For more info., call Karen Dooley at (561) 543-5641 or Rebecca Ott at (772) 828-0915. • The Wellington Art Society will feature local artist and teacher Susan Wilders at its meeting Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Bootz Culture Camp (420 State Road 7, Royal Palm Beach). Visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org for more info. • The Wellington High School Band will present its third annual Salute to Veterans Concert on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 7 p.m. in the Wellington High School theater (2101 Greenview Shores Blvd.). The concert will feature the WHS wind ensemble performing patriotic songs, along with lots of fun music for all ages. A reception will be held after the concert. Admission is free, but donations will be collected for Forgotten Soldiers Outreach. Thursday, Nov. 12 • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Families Reading Together: Happy Harvest for ages 4 to 7 on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 4 p.m. Celebrate the importance of reading with stories, games and a craft about gardens, crops and the creatures who want us to share with them. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host food trucks with music by the Cuban Latin Show Band on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Card Sharks for ages 12 to 17 on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. Play Yu-Gi-Oh!, Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering or just a regular card game. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info. • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Scrabble for Adults on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Join other Scrabble fans and enjoy a fun evening of word play. Call (561) 7906070 to pre-register.

The Town-Crier • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Ballet by the Book: Peter and the Wolf for all ages Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Experience the wonder of Peter and the Wolf by Sergei Prokofiev as Ballet Palm Beach brings this classic tale to life. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Card Gamers Club for all ages on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. Bring your deck, box or binder, and come with a friend or make a new one. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • Fashion Week West Palm Beach will be held Thursday, Nov. 12 through Sunday, Nov. 15 at various venues, beginning with a Red Carpet Gala from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Camelot Yacht Club (800 Flagler Drive). For more info., visit www. fashionweekwestpalmbeach.com. • The Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens (4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach) will host Personal History, Ethnicity and Advocacy: A Talk by Wendy Maruyama on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 7:15 p.m. Visit www.morikami.org for info. Friday, Nov. 13 • Horses Healing Hearts and the Quinton Aaron Foundation will hold a private meet-andgreet at a home in Wellington on Friday, Nov. 13. For more info., call (561) 713-6133 or visit www. hhhannualbenefit.com. • Get your holiday shopping done early at the Temple Beth Torah Holiday Boutique on Friday, Nov. 13 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. More than 20 vendors are participating with unique items, such as jewelry, handbags, skin care, baby items, toys and more. Temple Beth Torah is located at 900 Big Blue Trace in Wellington. Call (561) 793-2649 for more info. • Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will host Stories in the Garden: Very Veggie for ages 2 to 6 on Friday, Nov. 13 at 10 a.m. Call (561) 233-1757 or visit www.mounts.org for more info. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Toddler Time for ages 12 to 24 months on Friday, Nov. 13 at 10:15 a.m. This special story time is full of music, nursery rhymes and social play time. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Ms. Beth’s Signing Time for ages 2 to 5 on Friday, Nov. 13 at 10:15 a.m. Beth Wagmeister from Deaf & Hearing Resources of Palm Beach County is back for another interactive learning experience that will enhance and expand communication skills with American Sign Language. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Baby Playtime for infants under 12 months old on Friday, Nov. 13 at 11:15 a.m. Enjoy a circle time with other babies, featuring music and toys. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Medicare 101 on Friday, Nov. 13 at 2:30 p.m. Are you having difficulty understanding your Medicare options and benefits? Desirae Carter of SHINE will cover the five different parts of Medicare and how to decide between plans. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Find Those Fossils for ages 4 to 7 on Friday, Nov. 13 at 3:30 p.m. Dig into archaeology and excavation with this hands-on activity that is sure to inspire future scientists. All materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register. • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Acreage Explorers’ Club: Transylvania for ages 6 to 12 on Friday, Nov. 13 at 4 p.m. The word Transylvania means “beyond the forest.” Uncover the truth behind the myths about what lurks beyond the forest in this spooky region of Romania in anticipation of Frankenstein Family Fun Day. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register. • The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a free screening of the movie Jurassic World on Friday, Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info. Send calendar items to: The Town-Crier, 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 33, Wellington, FL 33414 or e-mail news@gotowncrier.com.

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AUTOBODY HELPER WANTED — must know how do prep work and minor dents. Must have own tools. 561-795-1127.

9854 Scribner Ln. Wellington. - OLYMPIA

BOOKKEEPER NEEDED — part-time, experienced in QuickBooks, flexible hours. Please fax resume to 561-791-0952

Saturday, November 7th 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, November 8th 12 a.m. - 5 p.m. 4 BR, 2.5 bath, upgraded prime lakefront,beautifully appointed upgraded cordova 4 grande on lakefront oversized pie-shaped lot in prestigious resort-style olympia. Marble-like floors, granite counters/backsplash, crown mouldings, covered patio, upgraded bathrooms, sophisticated Palm Beach style architecture, breathtaking open and winding lake view. $374,000. Call 561-703-2606.

FOR RENT - GREENACRES ROOMMATE TO SHARE — 2 bedroom 2 bath apartment - Purdy & Jog Road. $550 per month. Looking for under 35 years old. 954-296-3748

GARAGE / YARD SALE WELLINGTON WELLINGTON EDGE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE

Drivers: New Pay! $2,500 Sign-On Bonus! Consistent Freight, Great MIles on This Regional Account, Werner Enterprises: 1-855-517-2488

CONSIGNMENTS WANTED GET CASH ON THE SPOT OR CONSIGN — your high end labels at MGwardrobe. Call us at (561) 962-1379

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

A/C AND REFRIGERATION

LOCKSMITH

ROOFING

JOHN C. HUNTON AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION, INC.—Service & new installation FPL independent participating contractor. Lic. CAC 057272 Ins. “We are proud supporters of the Seminole Ridge Hawks” 561-798-3225. Family Owned & Operated since 1996. Credit Cards Accepted

C.K.s L O C K & S E C U R I T Y 561-7329418 Full Service Security Since 1960 — Service and installation of locks, safes, camera’s alarms, monitoring, duplication of keys, car remotes and so much more.

ROBERT G. HARTMANN ROOFING — Specializing in repairs. Free estimates, Bonded,insured. Lic. #CCC 058317 Ph: 561-790-0763.

CAREGIVER/SENIOR HOME CARE

BUY IT HERE FLOORING — Kitchen and Bath. Now available. Complete one stop shopping. Stop on By! Pike Road - Between Southern and Belvedere. West Palm Beach - Open 7 Days!!! 561-333-2300

STRUGGLING TO DO IT ALONE? — We Can Help with Housekeeping, transportation, errands & much more. Call 561-8561850. www.lizcarehcs.com. Lic. #233984.

CLEANING - HOME/OFFICE WE CLEAN OFFICES & PRIVATE HOMES — Licensed & Insured. Call for an estimate and to schedule your apartment. Discount for Central Palm Beach County Chamber members and to all new clients for first cleaning. 561-385-8243 Lic. #2012-252779

DRIVEWAY REPAIR D R I V E W AY S — F r e e e s t i m a t e s A & M ASPHALT SEAL COATING commercial and residential. Patching potholes, striping, repair existing asphalt & save money all work guaranteed. Li c.& Ins. 100045062 561-667-7716

HOUSEKEEPING/HOUSECLEANING HOUSEKEEPING — Honest, reliable, experienced with references. Please call Susan. 561-632-3801.

NEW FLOORING

Classifieds 561-793-7606 PAINTING J&B PRESSURE CLEANING & PAINTING, INC. — Established 1984. All types of pressure cleaning, roofs, houses, driveways, patios etc. Commercial & Residential. Interior & Exterior painting. Certified pressure cleaning & painting contractor. Lic. #U21552 Call Butch 309-6975 or visit our website at www.jbpressurecleaningandpainting.com JOHN PERGOLIZZI PAINTING INC. — Interior/Exterior - Repaint specialist, pressure cleaning, popcorn ceiling, drywall repair & roof painting. Family owned/owner operator. Free Est. 798-4964 Lic. #U18473 COLORS BY CORO, INC. — Int./Ext. Residential painting, over 20 yrs exp. Small Jobs welcome. Free est. Ins. 561-578-2873. Owner/Operated. Lic.# U20627 Ins. Wellington Resident PA I N T I N G B Y J E S S E , I N C . — We specialize in residential painting since 1992. Interior/Exterior - Pressure Cleaning - Roof Painting-Paver-Sealer-Concrete Staining Lic. U16849. 561-723-3100

8:00 a.m. - Noon

HOUSECLEANING — Wellington, Royal Palm Beach Areas. Honest Reliable, Excellent references. Serving the Western Communities over 10 years. Please call 561-598-0311.

10851 FOREST HILL BLVD.

Classifieds 561-793-7606

PLUMBING

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

JEREMY JAMES PLUMBING — Licensed plumber, legitimate estimate. Water heaters, new construction. CFC1426242. Bonded Insured. CFC1426242. 561-601-6458

SATURDAY, NOV. 7th

TOWN-CRIER CLASSIFIEDS CALL 561-793-7606

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

ANMAR CO.— James’ All Around Handyman Service. Excellent craftsman Old time values. Once you’ve had me! You’ll have me back! Lic. Ins. Certified Residential Contractor CRC1327426 561-248-8528

LAWN SERVICE YELLOWHAMMER LAWN SERVICE — Serving Loxahatchee, Acreage and Loxahatchee Groves ONLY High quality, affordable yard maintenance. NO CONTRACTS! Locally owned and operated. 561-320-1118

PRESSURE CLEANING J&B PRESSURE CLEANING & PAINTING, INC. — Established 1984. All types of pressure cleaning, roofs, houses, driveways, patios etc. Commercial & Residential. Interior & Exterior painting. Certified pressure cleaning & painti n g c o n t r a c t o r. L i c . # U 2 1 5 5 2 C a l l Butch at 309-6975 or visit us at www.jbpressurecleaningandpainting.com

ROOFING REPAIRS RE-ROOFING ALL TYPES — Pinewood Construction, Inc. Honest and reliable. Serving Palm Beach County for over 20 years. Call Mike 561-309-0134 Lic. Ins. Bonded. CGC-023773 RC-0067207 NEIL O’NEAL JR. ROOFING — Roofing & Reroofing. Family owned and operated. Residential/Commercial. Wood Replacement, Roof Coatings, Solar Vents, Skylights & Roof Ventilation. 561-656-4945 Lic. & Insured CCC1330208 Free Estimates

SECURITY SECURITY — American owned local security company in business 30 plus years. Protection by officers drug tested. 40 hour course. Licensed & Insured. 561-848-2600

SCREENING JOHN’S SCREEN REPAIR SERVICE — Pool & patio re-screening. Stay tight,wrinkle-free,guaranteed! CRC1329708 call us 798-3132. www.poolscreenrepair.com

SPRINKLER SYSTEMS AQUATIC SPRINKLER, LLC — Complete repair of all types of systems. Owner Operated. Michael 561-964-6004Lic.#U17871 Bonded & Ins. Serving the Western Communities Since 1990

TREE SERVICE TREES TRIMMED AND REMOVED — 561-798-0412 D.M. YOUNG TREE SERVICE. Family Owned & Operated Lic. & Insured 1992-12121 Visit our website at dmyoungtreeservice.com

WALLPAPERING PAPERHANGING BY DEBI — Professional Installation,Removal. Repair of Paper. Neat, Clean & Reliable. Quality work with a woman’s touch. 30 years experience. No Job too big or too small. Lic. & Ins. References available. 561-795-5263

WATER SUPPLY & TREATMENT WELL WATER AND CITY WATER — Supply, Service and water treatment. 561-7845210. Loxahatchee Irrigation Supply Inc.

PALMS WESTTHIS WEEK’S WELLINGTON • ROYAL PALM BEACH • LOXAHATCHEE • THE ACREAGE

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HERE’S MY CARD CGC023814

Niagara Contracting Service Home Repairs Remodelng to Rebuild Minor Repairs Tile • Drywall • Painting • Window • Door • Installation

561-329-9086 Lic. Ins.

Lic & Insured CFC057392, CAC1817688

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