Wellington The Magazine May 2019

WELLINGTON MAY 2019

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The Birthing Center at Wellington Regional Medical Center delivers comprehensive care for women and infants in a family-focused environment. Dedicated obstetricians, neonatologists and nurses are on hand 24-hours a day to help ensure every mother and baby gets the individualized care they need. With private, newly renovated labor, delivery and recovery rooms, it is the perfect setting to welcome a new baby. And with the only Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in the western community, advanced care is only steps away, allowing mothers and babies to stay close to each other so critical bonding can occur.

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ROTARY’S KEVLAR FOR K9S RAFFLE SUPPORTS HERO DOGS Heroes come in many different shapes and sizes. Our heroes may be short, tall, fast, strong or possibly even covered in fur. It is those animal heroes that the Wellington Rotary Club’s Kevlar for K9s fundraiser aims to protect. The raffle is currently underway and will raise money to buy bulletproof vests for the K9s. By Mike May

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LAW & JUSTICE SECTION FEATURES SEVERAL ATTORNEYS

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HILDA PORRO TAKES A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO THE LAW

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JULIE KIME CONTINUES HER LONG SUPPORT FOR B&G CLUB

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Our Law & Justice Special Issue includes features on and by several local attorneys.

Among them are Marcelo Montesinos, whose firm focuses on personal injury law, and Avery Chapman of the Equine Law Group, who provides information of interest to anyone who boards their horses in Wellington.

Hilda Porro has cemented her reputation within the community as an attorney who approaches all types of legal matters with compassion, allowing her clients to understand the law and how it will affect both themselves and their families. By Megan Tessaro Julie Kime may be four years into her retirement, but she is far from finished contributing to the community. Following a tour 32 years ago, she fell so in love with the children at the Boys & Girls Club that she became a tireless and consistent voice for them.

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JEREMY NICKEL ARRIVES WITH PASSION & PHILANTHROPY

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DESIGNER’S TOUCH WELCOMES COMMUNITY TO NEW STORE

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On the heels of his debut party in March, Jeremy Nickel has splashed onto the Wellington scene with passion, integrity and elbow grease. These are the qualities that Nickel has imported from Napa Valley to join Wellington’s social sphere. By Catherine Zachariadis After many years of providing a bit of sparkle in the lives of Wellington residents, Designer’s Touch Jewelry has opened a new location. A true Florida native, Adam Yorke is the third generation in the jewelry business at Designer’s Touch. By M. Dennis Taylor

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WELLINGTON SOCIAL SCENE 10th Annual International Gay Polo Tournament Returns to IPC Flavors Of Wellington Food & Wine Festival Celebrates 16th Year Palms West Open House Celebrates New Children’s Oncology Unit Brooke USA Hosts Sunset Polo & White Party At Wanderers Club Wellington Garden Club Presents Unique Tour Of Deeridge Farms Wellington Seniors Club Hosts Its Spring Dinner Dance At Mayacoo Women’s Polo Championship Supports Susan G. Komen Florida

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Every municipality goes through the constant need to upgrade infrastructure to meet the needs of its population, but an integral part of making the Village of Wellington work for its people is the Community Services Department. By Callie Sharkey Q’Salsas Latin Bar & Grill is serving up flavors that burst from unique recipes that dreams are made of. Owner Christian Ramirez not only follows his heart, but also his vivid dreams, to guide his creative cuisine at this family-owned restaurant. By Melanie Kopacz

WELLINGTON PROFESSIONAL WELLINGTON REAL ESTATE WELLINGTON HEALTH WELLINGTON HOME WELLINGTON DINING GUIDE WELLINGTON CALENDAR

ON THE COVER PBSO Deputy Ed Quinn with K9 Jocky at the recent Paws at the Mall event. The Wellington Rotary Club is working to get bulletproof vests for the K9s. PHOTO BY ABNER PEDRAZA

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WELLINGTON Bringing You The Best Of Wellington Since 2004

THE MAGAZINE

volume 16, number 5 May 2019

executive editor

Joshua I. Manning

publisher

Dawn Rivera

senior graphic designer Stephanie Rodriguez

graphic designers

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Jill Kaskel Carol Lieberman

photography Abner Pedraza

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Matthew Auerbach Denise Fleischman Melanie Kopacz Mike May Callie Sharkey M. Dennis Taylor Megan Tessaro Y.A. Teitelbaum Deborah Welky Catherine Zachariadis

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LAW & JUSTICE Our Annual Legal Issue

This month, we take a look at some of the area’s top legal professionals and get a glimpse into some of the legal services they have to offer. In this special Law & Justice issue, you can learn more about attorneys Marcelo Montesinos, Avery Chapman and Hilda Porro.

On our cover this month is Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Ed Quinn with K9 officer Jocky during a demonstration at last month’s Paws at the Mall event. We learned that these four-legged officers also help to maintain Law & Justice in our community. After a tragic ending to PBSO K9 Cigo’s life last December, the Wellington Rotary Club sprang into action to help put as many of our K9 friends in protective vests as possible. That is where the Kevlar for K9s fundraiser was born. Together with raffle sponsor Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, Attorneys at Law, the fundraiser has taken off to sell more than 400 raffle tickets, as we go to press, to benefit this cause. The goal is to sell at least 500 before the May 16 deadline. Be sure to get yours today.

Also featured this month is longtime community leader Julie Kime, who has been a major benefactor for the Boys & Girls Club in Wellington for more than three decades. Even in retirement, Kime has kept up the pace, supporting this amazing organization. New to the local philanthropy scene is Jeremy Nickel of To-Kalon Farm, who has splashed onto the Wellington scene with passion, integrity and elbow grease, bringing with him the sensibilities of a Napa Valley vintner.

Our Wellington Professional feature this month profiles Adam Yorke, the third generation in the jewelry business at Designer’s Touch Jewelry, which recently moved to a new, state-of-the-art location near Trader Joe’s in Wellington. Our Team Wellington series focuses this month on the Community Services Department, which works every day to support and protect village residents in need. Wellington Real Estate visits with Melanie Blonshine of Triple Crown Properties, while Wellington Health features Dr. Andi Grossman, the latest member of the Grossman family to join the staff at Palms West Veterinary Hospital. Wellington Home previews the new Winding Trails, a community of unique equestrian estates, and, finally, Wellington Table samples the unique flavors at Q’Salsas Latin Bar & Grill.

As we wind down this year’s incredible winter season, get ready to heat up for summer with our jam-packed education edition in June, followed by our annual health theme in July and back-to-school in August. Meanwhile, we offer congratulations to Wellington Village Attorney Laurie Cohen on the renewal of her contract with the village for three more years, and we wish all of our readers a happy Mother’s Day.

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10th Annual International Gay Polo Tournament Returns to IPC

(Left) Bradley Kompo, Celia Taylor, Jose Cano and Josh Elmassien. (Right) Mark Pena O’Brien, Bill Knowles, John Chernes, Jim Russell, Darren Pena O’Brien, Scott Ballina and Chris Campbell.

(Left to right) The Flamingos group won for Most Spirited Tailgate; Ainsley and Harper Harrison; and Andresza Maie, Jonie Andratti, Mike Silva and Andrea Perea.

The diversity of the polo community was on full display during the 10th annual Land Rover Palm Beach International Gay Polo Tournament, held on Saturday, April 6 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach.

Team RSM US took the top Senator’s Cup trophy with MVP honors going to Bruce Schreiber. Goshen Hill picked up the Founder’s Cup trophy with MVP Chip McKenney. The Future’s Cup winner was the Palm City Polo Club with Pete Grover as MVP. There was also a popular tailgate competition.

The winners were GPL Yacht Club for Best Tailgate, the Flamingos for Most Spirited Tailgate, Land Rover Palm Beach for Best Corporate Tailgate and Seminole Casino Coconut Creek for Best in Show. Learn more at www. gaypolo.com.

(Left to right) Tula and Sarah Lee Garrett; mini horse Princess, Rich Matthews, Deidre Kristinsson, Matt Breden, Andre Velasquez and Dumbo at the Land Rover tailgate, which won for Best Corporate Tailgate; Wellington Hospitality Group’s Julie and Aaron Menitoff with Nicki Brower; K&E Travel manager Yolanda Sheppard and owner Mark Elie; and International Polo Club Palm Beach Director of Catering Patty Miele.

(Left to right) Lauren Lavine, Jasmine Velez, Steve Lavine, Abbie Kugler and Mark Fishman; Wellington National Golf Club Banquet Captain Bianca Fortuin and Director of Events Julie Pickens; Mark Alden Lukas, Edward Celata and John Wisocki; Maggie Zeller, Julie Tannehill and Catherine Connor; and Jenna Davis with Koda and Kathryn Rizeakos from the Polo School at IPC.

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(Left to right) Elizabeth Walkinshaw and Mari Pati; Nicole Parari, Adam Legost, Thomas Brand, Alex Benjamin, Jason Tolton and Carlos Jimenez; entertainers from Best in Show winner Seminole Casino Coconut Creek; the flags are carried onto the field; and the event featured several hard-fought polo matches. may 2019 | wellington the magazine

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Flavors Of Wellington Food & Wine Festival Celebrates 16th Year

(Left) Roxanne Stein with Kaitlyn Simak, Austin Palmer and Rob Green of Best in Show Taste winners Hurricane Grill & Wings. (Right) An Edge on Thyme’s Kyle Diogo, Anders Wahlfrid and chef/owner Rich Brent won for best plate presentation.

Flavors of Wellington, the annual food and wine festival hosted by the Wellington Chamber of Commerce, returned to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center on Friday, April 12 for an evening of music, food and fun. Winners included An Edge on Thyme for Best in Show Plate Presentation, the Wycliffe Golf & Country Club for Best in Show Display, Wasted Time Brewing for Best in Show Cocktail, Hurricane Grill & Wings for Best in Show Taste and Stonewood Grill & Tavern for Best in Show Dessert.

(Left to right) Wellington National General Manager Ted Strelec and sous chef Rudolfo Perona; the Pit Crew at Ford’s Garage, coming soon to Wellington Green; Wellington Councilman Michael Drahos, Councilman John McGovern, Mayor Anne Gerwig, County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay and Councilwoman Tanya Siskind; and Baptist Health’s Alicia Deveau, Martha Martin, Peter Gubin and Chef Nina Kauder.

(Left to right) Sponsors Jesse Baron of Baptist Health and Sophia Eccleston of FPL; Stacey Pitkus, Sean Shi, Daphne Urso, Christine Gonzalez and Willow Morzella of the Wanderers Club; Don Chepo’s Executive Chef Greg Morris serves Fox 29’s Deb Velcofsky; Wellington Trace Tavern’s Laura Bretanha, Chef Ronald Jimenez and Paulo Schreiner; and Monica Delosrios and Executive Chef Christian Ramirez of Q’Salsas Latin Bar & Grill.

(Left to right) The Dueling Pianos of Steve Kaplan and Terry Cooper kept the atmosphere upbeat; Rob Onody and Joe Corbisiero of Wasted Time Brewing snagged Best in Show Cocktail; Best in Show Dessert went to Stonewood Grill & Tavern’s Angelo Chiasson and Adam Welser; Krissy and Rich Walker, Rick Geoffrion, David and Lois Spatz, and Krista Geoffrion; and Wycliffe Golf & Country Club’s Executive Chef Christopher Park, Chef Zoltan Beders, Shayn Klis and Jesus Longo, who took the Best in Show Display award.

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(Left to right) Jack Rosen stands next to one of his favorite pieces by artist Julio Caesar Delgado; Mark and Kim Elie, Jenn List, Hildy Crankshaw, Mike and Tracey Reimer enjoy the food and festivities; the team at Lemongrass Asian Bistro at the festival; and Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig and Chamber President Stuart Hack served as judges. may 2019 | wellington the magazine

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Palms West Open House Celebrates New Children’s Oncology Unit

(Left) Kristin Archer shows Tanya Abreu, Alexandra Session, Art Rodriguez and Dr. Caleb Hernandez one of the infusion rooms. (Right) Whitney Schneider, Dr. Melissa Singer, Nurse Director Caren Bock, Patricia Kulina, Maryann Welcer, Michelle Reeves, Lisa Cox and Alexandra Fernandez.

On Thursday, April 11, Palms West Hospital hosted an open house to celebrate its newly remodeled pediatric wing, including the hospital’s new children’s oncology unit. The new program includes accreditation of the Children’s Oncology Group and solidifies the hospital’s access to a highly specialized network of doctors and scientists to assist in finding new ways to help young patients.

For more information, visit www. palmswesthospital.com.

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Brooke USA Hosts Sunset Polo & White Party At Wanderers Club

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Brooke USA’s Sunset Polo & White Party raised more than $350,000 for working equines and the people who depend on them at an elegant and well-attended fundraiser held at the Wanderers Club in Wellington on Friday, March 22. More than 1,000 people joined together for the signature event, which exceeded funds raised from all previous years. The honorary committee, chaired by Katherine Kaneb Bellissimo, and the host committee, led by Paige Bellissimo, were the driving force behind the event. Learn more about Brooke USA at www.brookeusa.org.

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Wellington Garden Club Presents Unique Tour Of Deeridge Farms

(Left to right) Lisa Ferrano, Carol Lazzarino and Ann Finch; hostess Peggy Jacobs, along with Lulu and Peaches, opened her beautiful property to the public for the event; and Barbara Ricksen, Jan Seagrave, Kathy Hood and JoAnn Akins sell raffle tickets.

The Wellington Garden Club’s largest fundraiser of the year brought a sold-out crowd on a special tour of the Deeridge Farms gardens on Saturday, April 13. Guests were treated to refreshments, courtesy of property owner Peggy Jacobs, along with access to master gardeners, raffle prizes and vendors. The mobile tour covered more than 60 acres of farms and gardens.

For more information, visit www. wellingtongardenclub.org.

(Left to right) Joan Kaplan and Jayne Kiesewetter assist Linda Margolis check in; the club’s welcoming committee of Ann Cavaleri, Caren Griffin, Mary Drexler, Kathy Hood, Caroline Kessman, Linda Messina and Carol Krenkel; Carol and Kevin Easton of the Palm Beach County Beekeepers Association; Maria Wolfe and Rebecca Bolivar display books, maple syrup and honey from Peggy Jacobs; and Barbara and Sara Williamson check out orchids.

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Wellington Seniors Club Hosts Its Spring Dinner Dance At Mayacoo

(Left to right) Elaine Campiglia, Eda Loverso and Toni Campiglia; Marian Stone, Sherie Scalzieti, Bob Nappi and Patrick Stone; and Estelle Ruben and Howard Trager won flowers.

The Wellington Seniors Club held its annual Spring Dinner Dance on Friday, April 12 at the Mayacoo Lakes Country Club. Lu White & Friends played oldies music that kept guests dancing all evening. One lucky person from each table won the fresh floral centerpieces.

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Wellington Rotary Club’s

Kevlar For K9s

Raffle Supports Heroic Dogs

Story by Mike May • Photos by Abner Pedraza

Heroes come in many different shapes and sizes. Our heroes may be short, tall, fast, strong or possibly even covered in fur. It is those animal heroes that the Wellington Rotary Club’s Kevlar for K9s fundraiser aims to protect.

(L-R) Larry Kemp, Don Gross, Mark and Peggy Candreva, Andrew Burr, Randy Pfeiffer, Susan Odell, PBSO Deputy Ed Quinn, Mickey Smith and PBSO Deputy Dwayne Brown promote Kevlar for K9s at the recent Paws at the Mall event.

Heroic moments can and do occur at any given time at any given place, often when they are least expected. Heroes and their heroic moments are not predestined. They just happen, such as the sacrifice made by Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office K9 Cigo last Christmas Eve. While Wellington residents were celebrating the holiday, perhaps in church, singing Christmas carols, finishing up holiday shopping or enjoying time at home with friends and family, a

forts are now underway with help from two local organizations to raise enough money to buy protective bulletproof Kevlar vests for as many PBSO K9s as possible.

Kevlar for K9s is a raffle fundraiser being run by the Wellington Rotary Club, which is selling raffle tickets for $100 apiece between now and May 16.

This raffle is being sponsored by local law firm Lesser, Lesser, Landy, & Smith.

The winning raffle ticket will be drawn on May 16, and you don’t have to be

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heroic incident occurred in a most unlikely location by a most unlikely hero.

While helping subdue a violent criminal in the parking lot near the Mall at Wellington Green, Cigo was shot and later died from his injuries.

Not only did Cigo become a hero that night, but the three-year-old dog gave his life in the process of doing what he was trained to do — protect the public.

Since then, Wellington locals have sprung into action, and fundraising ef-

present to win. The holder of the winning ticket will receive one-third of the raffle funds, while the remaining twothirds of the total collected will go to Kevlar for K9s and other Rotary charities.

“When we heard about K9 Cigo losing his life, organizing a fundraiser to buy Kevlar vests for the dogs seemed like the right thing to do,” Wellington Rotary Club President Tom Carreras said. “The club likes to help the local community where there’s a need. Plus, a fundraiser like this fits well with our motto at Rotary, which is ‘Service Above Self.’”

The club also has close ties to the PBSO, which makes the fundraising effort that much more rewarding.

Rotarian Mickey Smith, a partner at Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, is proud that his firm stepped up to sponsor this important fundraiser.

“Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith is proud to partner with Rotary’s efforts,” Smith said. “Our law firm has represented many Wellington residents through the years, and we have an office in Wellington. As a firm, we believe that we have an obligation to give back to the communities we serve — the communities where we live and work. It’s in our DNA. Throughout our 91-year history in Palm Beach County, the firm has partnered with many initiatives to make a positive difference in the community.

Here, we are thrilled to be involved in the Rotary Club of Wellington’s efforts

to protect these amazing, four-legged sheriff’s deputies.”

Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith is a third-generation law firm that has been representing injured clients and their families across Florida for more than 91 years. In that time, the firm has grown

to four offices located in West Palm Beach, Stuart, Wellington and Boca Raton primarily representing clients and their families who have suffered serious injury or the loss of a loved one due to the negligence of another.

Smith said he was heartbroken when

“The dogs do what they are trained to do, and they do what they love.

They are tremendous athletes who work in a very stressful environment,” PBSO Chief Deputy Michael Gauger said.

K9 officer Jocky is one of the many that could be helped by the Rotary’s Kevlar for K9s campaign.

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he heard about the incident involving Cigo on Christmas Eve. “As a member of the Rotary and a resident of Wellington for more than 25 years, I was devastated when K9 Cigo was shot by a cowardly thug,” Smith said. “Cigo epitomized Rotary’s motto of ‘Service Above Self.’ He literally gave his life in service of our community. While a bad person wrote the beginning of this horrible story, I was confident that the community, working together, could salvage some good from this tragedy. The Rotary’s initiative both honors K9 Cigo and helps protect (Left) Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office deputies Ed Quinn and Dwayne Brown at the recent Paws at the Mall event.

other brave sheriff’s dogs by providing them Kevlar bulletproof vests. The response from the Wellington community has been incredible. Every ticket purchaser will have the satisfaction of helping make a positive difference here in our community.”

Officials from the PBSO are thankful for the club’s efforts.

“We are greatly appreciative of the fact that the Wellington Rotary is holding this fundraiser for the bulletproof vests for the K9s,” PBSO Chief Deputy Michael Gauger said. “The dogs do what they are trained to do, and they do what they love. They are tremendous athletes who work in a very stressful environment. They are chasing and deal-

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Gauger noted that the K9s have saved the lives of law enforcement officers on multiple occasions.

“It just goes to show the importance of giving that extra protection for those dogs,” Gauger explained. “I am personally contributing to the Kevlar for K9s fund.”

The Wellington Rotary Club has been working to promote the Kevlar for K9s raffle at community events in the area, such as the animal rescue and adoption event Paws at the Mall held Friday, April 5 at the Mall at Wellington Green and annual Wellington Egg Hunt held Saturday, April 20 at Village Park.

For the fundraiser to make a real difference, many tickets must be sold, since each K9 vest will cost more than $1,000.

According to Carreras, the current goal is to sell at least 500 raffle tickets, which means the winning raffle ticket would be worth more than $16,000. As of midApril, more than 350 tickets had been sold.

“Our initial goal was to raise enough money to buy Kevlar vests for one of the two K9s in Wellington,” Carreras said.

“Now, we know that we will surpass our initial goal.”

Both Smith and Carreras have acknowledged that the strong purchasing response from the general public confirms that Kevlar for K9s is a great cause worth supporting.

Also, all 50 members of the club are selling tickets and collecting the proceeds for the big drawing on May 16. To buy a ticket, visit www.wellingtonrotary. org or call Carreras at (561) 798-4565.

(Left) Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Ed Quinn works with K9 Jocky.

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Marcelo Montesinos Local Attorney Marcelo Montesinos Is Committed To His Community And His Clients

By M. Dennis Taylor

Moving to Palm Beach County when he was less than a year old, Marcelo Montesinos spent the first 15 years of his life in West Palm Beach before his family moved to Wellington. He loves the area, where he practices family life and law today.

“There was no great epiphany

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that made me want to be a lawyer,” Montesinos recalled. “I was drawn into it because I always wanted to fight for the underdog and people who have the odds against them. I became a lawyer because I wanted to be given an opportunity to help people who sometimes need help.”

Married since 2005, with a fiveyear-old daughter and a four-yearold son, Montesinos, 46, is a noted personal injury attorney and family man.

A graduate of Florida Atlantic University and Seton Hall Law School in New Jersey, he has been practicing law since 1997. Working in Washington, D.C., after college, then joining the Palm Beach County Public Defender’s Office after law school, he went into private practice in 2001.

“Wellington has grown in the past decade quite a bit, and what I love about it is that there’s still a very tight-knit kind of community setting,” Montesinos said. “I enjoy being part of the community and seeing it grow and seeing all the leaders, some of whom I know personally, move us in the right direction.”

Montesinos also likes the community vibe here in Wellington.

“There’s still a small-town feel,” he said. “I guess that’s every small city’s challenge, to try and maintain the small-town feel, and Wellington does that.”

His is an intimately sized firm that specializes in personal injury law.

“There is just me and a couple of attorneys and a couple of paralegals and staff. So, we feel like a family practice, and clients can easily speak directly to me,” Montesinos said. “We are not a family practice, of course. We do

personal injury and wrongful death cases.”

Montesinos said he gauges the success of his firm by the positive impact it has on clients and those clients’ willingness to refer him to their friends and family. “We handle things such as car accidents, trucking accidents and accidents caused by the negligence of someone else,” he explained.

While some gauge success by money won for clients, Montesinos said that for him, it’s more about helping those in need.

“It’s so hard to be specific, but we’ve handled thousands of personal injury accident cases, and they number very high in terms of the compensation. I’ve never really made a tally, although that seems to be the trend,” Montesinos said.

“I realize that the best way I can tell that I’m doing well is by the referrals from clients, so I know that we are doing something right.”

Montesinos is fluent in English, Spanish and Italian, which has helped him communicate and maintain many relationships throughout the South Florida community.

What he feels sets his practice apart from others in any language is the entire team’s attitude toward their clients.

“We have a deep, deep commitment to our clients that goes way beyond a phone call to the office,” he said. “My clients have my cell phone and can contact

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Nothing gets in the way of Montesinos’ commitment to clients.

“We satisfy our goal of devoting all of our energy and passion to every case,” said Montesinos, who explained that he is committed to excellence in the practice of law while maintaining the highest ethical standards in the pursuit of justice. “My dedication is surely to my clients and what they are going through, because when

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Things sitting right brings Montesinos back to his hometown and what he feels is great about Wellington.

“It is a great place to raise a family. I believe that this is a great community that is growing in a controlled manner, so we still maintain the small-town flavor. We have plenty of great restaurants and places to go with the kids,” Montesinos said. “I love Wellington, and I hope to continue living and working in the area for the rest of my life.”

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Wellington attorney Hilda Porro has worked hard to cement her reputation within the community as a professional who approaches all types of legal matters with compassion, allowing her clients to understand the law and how it will affect both themselves and their families.

Specializing in holistic law, Porro chooses to focus on the whole person and their unique legal situation. For some, holistic law may be an unfamiliar term. Holistic law is an approach, or style, of practice that focuses on the individual in their entirety and how their distinctiveness as an individual influences their legal situation. The approach then seeks to find sustainable and positive solutions based on that individual’s needs and conditions.

“I chose to practice holistic law because I felt that it was a perfect combination of my values and the practice of law,” Porro said. “[Holistic law] acknowledges our shared humanity, first and foremost. The main goal is to smooth over conflicts and to aid the client in maintaining communications and show a willingness to have full conversations based on the client’s situation.”

This approach to law differs from traditional practices where the focus is generally on the facts of a client’s situation. However, her unique approach comes as no surprise, since, when not assisting clients at her legal practice, Porro also offers services as a certified life coach and shaman.

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create a practice that has not only benefited from her legal expertise, but has also maintained a small town, personal feel appreciated by many Wellington residents. Porro concentrates in three areas of law: estate planning; probate and trust administration; and real estate transactions.

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“Professionally, I am a life coach, lawyer and shaman,” Hilda Porro explained. “My goal in each role that I play is to support individuals in finding and living their own truth.” encourages an adversarial approach, even when all parties have the same goal in mind. Porro’s goal is to completely represent her clients while also assisting in mitigating possible disagreements or conflicts that may arise. As a licensed title insurance agent, Porro has successfully handled a wide assortment of issues over the years.

“I am passionate about supporting my clients, and I am very invested in the success of their endeavors,” Porro said.

“Addressing important legal needs, such as buying and selling a new home, is worth conscious focus and attention.

I’ve designed my practice to address my clients’ unique concerns so that their legal needs are addressed, and they experience peace of mind as well.”

This approach comes as a refreshing surprise to many new clients, as it is not typical. Porro utilizes her training as a life coach to support clients in navigating the stressful times of transition, such as buying or selling a home, through mindfulness to move from and into a physical space that is clear and supportive.

“Having an attorney provides assurance that your specific interests are protected; that you’re not being overcharged or held responsible for something beyond your contractual obligation,” Porro said. “This is especially important as a buyer so that title is reviewed and confirmed clear with no errors in closing documents. Life coaching skills help in navigating the time of transition, for both sellers and buyers.

Our homes often create a feeling of security. Moving is stressful on a deeper level than is often acknowledged.”

Aside from her practice in Wellington, Porro is also an integral part of the

recently opened Triad Wellness Center in Jupiter. At Triad, her main objective is to aid clients in discovering true wellness through a holistic approach to wellness, which involves self-inquiry into all areas of her clients’ lives, including one’s physical body, physical surroundings, social life/relationships, career/ self-expression, spirituality, finances, rest/relaxation, and, in her opinion, the most important and often overlooked component, fun.

“Professionally, I am a life coach, lawyer and shaman,” Porro said. “My goal in each role that I play is to support individuals in finding and living their own truth. By doing so, one can experience wellness, living life as the blessing that it is. Each one of us is unique. It’s easy to lose sight of what is essential, caught in the bustle of the day-to-day. It takes time and attention to become consciously aware of what is most important. It requires clearing away untruths that we’ve adopted along the way and deeply listening. By slowing down, we can begin to learn and develop our own language, and experience the support that I believe is there for every one of us. Willingness to look at all aspects of our lives can open doors to receiving the support that we need.”

In order to make a change toward wellness, Porro feels that people need awareness, an action plan, accountability and, in some cases, professional help.

Through her life experiences, Porro believes that true wellness is holistic, since when one part of life is out of balance, the whole is affected. Her purpose is to help her fellow neighbors find that security within their lives.

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Avery Chapman Horse Trainers Beware: Training Fees Not Included Under Stablekeeper’s Lien Law In Florida

By Avery S. Chapman Equine Law Group

Many horse trainers not only provide training to the equine athletes in their charge but also provide feed and care for those horses. This is commonly billed to the owner as “training board.�

However, and contrary to common belief, if the owner of a horse on training board does not pay the

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trainer for the entire bill, in most states, a trainer cannot claim a lien against the horse for unpaid amounts attributable to training fees. To make such a claim is to make an improper lien.

In this article, I discuss the proper scope of a lien. That is, what amounts can be claimed?

Florida, like most states, does not permit liens against horses for training services. Most states do not have specific lien statutes specifically designating non-payment of “training fees” as a legal basis to claim a lien against a horse and sell the horse to satisfy the lien.

The general principal of interpretation of law is that if something is not specifically included, then the statute should be read to omit it. Therefore, under Florida law, and in many other states, because training services are not specifically mentioned in the stablekeeper’s lien law, unpaid training fees do not properly subject the horse to a lien.

In contrast, exceptions to this general rule are the stablekeeper’s liens laws of Maryland and West Virginia, which specifically state that training services are properly subject to a lien.

In other states, such as Florida, which do not specifically list or include “training” or “training fees” along with “care and feeding” of a horse, a trainer should be wary of claiming too large a lien upon a horse when providing multiple services to a horse. For example, Florida’s stablekeeper’s lien law (F.S. § 713.65), otherwise known as an agister’s lien, does not include a right to lien for unpaid training fees associated with a horse. The law is very specific in that it provides for a possessory lien in favor of the stablekeeper for “the caring and feeding” of a horse. The language of the statute does not include “training” in the categories of services provided.

The logical and proper interpretation of the law, using the common meaning of the words “care and feeding,” leads to the reasonable conclusion that Florida’s statute does

not allow a trainer to impose a claim of lien against a horse pursuant to F.S. § 713.65 for unpaid training fees.

Reading other Florida statutes on the topic leads to the reasonable conclusion that the Florida Legislature specifically declined to include training expenses into a second lien statute on the subject.

Specifically, F.S. § 713.66, which applies to racehorses, polo ponies and dogs, allows a non-possessory lien only to those who “furnish corn, oats, hay, grain or other feed or feedstuffs or straw or bedding material” for the cost thereof. As well, the legislature has provided an express remedy in F.S. § 713.655 to veterinary professionals for the professional services veterinarians supply to horses.

The point is that while providing feed providers and veterinarians specific lien rights against horses for their materials and services, a lawmaking body, such as the Florida Legislature, may have not specifically provided equine trainers a right of lien against horses for training services. In that case, a trainer and his or her attorneys should resist the temptation to include all overdue charges in a claim of lien when some of those overdue charges include training fees.

In contrast, Florida’s stablekeeper’s lien law does not specifically enumerate “training” or “trainers” as being a lienable charge and a party entitled to impress a lien for training services. “Feeding or caring for” and “feeding and taking care of” are not the same words and do not have the same meaning as “training,” and the statute does not ever mention “trainers” as a professional service provider entitled wellington the magazine | may 2019

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to impress a lien for training services.

Accordingly, the amount of a proper stablekeeper’s lien on horses in Florida is, therefore, limited to the care and feeding costs and no more.

Finally, be aware that a party exercising self-help under Florida law does so at his or her peril. Therefore, a stablekeeper who imposes an improper lien for a too-large amount, and later causes a sale of the horse, is not free from responsibility of the improper lien.

Florida courts have held that when a sale of a horse pursuant to a stablekeeper’s lien passes ownership of the horse, it does not establish the legitimacy of the underlying debt or of the lienor’s conduct. In other words, if a trainer imposes a lien for charges that are not properly included under F.S. § 713.65 and then forecloses the lien by selling the horse or horses under F.S. § 85.031 (nonjudicial, public sale), the sale does not legitimize the actions of the trainer and

the trainer is not immune to an action by the horse owner for foreclosing on a lien based on an inflated amount that should not have included training charges.

For these reasons, a stablekeeper, and his or her attorneys, should be wary of asserting a lien amount on a horse that covers amounts that are not covered by Florida’s stablekeeper’s lien law.

Confused yet? The process of impressing and foreclosing on the lien, as well as holding the public sale or pursuing judicial sale, are equally complex. I recommend the assistance of legal counsel when these issues arise.

Attorney Avery S. Chapman is the founding and inaugural chair of the Equine Law Committee of the Animal Law Section of the Florida Bar. He practices in Wellington, where he counsels members of the equine industry and athletes on a wide range of matters. Chapman may be reached at asc@chapmanlawgroup.net or through www.equinelawgroup.com.

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Benefactor Julie Kime with Boys & Girls Club children.

Julie Kime Proud To Continue Her Many Years Of Support For The Boys & Girls Club Julie Kime may be four years into her retirement, but she is far from finished contributing to the community. Following a tour 32 years ago, she fell so in love with the children at the Boys & Girls Club that she became a tireless and consistent voice for them as a volunteer, philanthropist and board member of the organization.

Kime started out as an advisory board member for what is now the Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club of Wellington. She is one of the first, if not the first, major sponsors of the Wellington Dinner Dance, which is the club’s largest fundraiser attracting more than 300 people and raising hundreds of thousands of dollars annually.

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Kime and her husband, John, are the only benefactors who have supported and never missed one single dinner dance in the event’s 31-year history. She has long served on the event’s committee and has been a fierce solicitor of auction items to help raise even more money.

After serving on the Wellington ad-

visory board for several years, Kime joined the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County’s corporate board of directors. She now serves on both the local club’s advisory board and the organization’s corporate board.

Kime has stayed true to her roots in Wellington. Four years after selling her Allstate Insurance agency in Wellington, she continues to commute frequently from her home in Palm Beach Gardens to take part in the club’s activities, such as its Cinco de Mayo Celebration, Summer Bash, Thanksgiving Meal, Holiday Party and more.

Kime’s roots go deep into the very

Julie Kime on dessert duty at the club’s annual Thanksgiving party.

heart of the Village of Wellington.

In 1982, Kime opened her insurance agency, which became one of the most successful in Palm Beach County. Of Cuban background, she was the first Hispanic female agent in the county to operate an Allstate agency.

Now, Wellington boasts a population of 64,848 and Money magazine named it among the “Top 100” Best Places to Live.

Kime is ingrained into the very history of Wellington. Many things have transformed in Wellington, including it becoming the “Equestrian Capital of the World.” Yet Kime has remained steadfast in her commitment to the area. She knew as a young entrepreneur that Wellington was a special place.

“I love Wellington and its sense of community,” Kime explained. “I enjoy the people here and especially the children. I felt I would make the greatest impact by choosing one charity and staying with it.”

She chose the Boys & Girls Club as the recipient of her giving spirit.

The community seeds she has sown in Wellington have harvested not only a successful business, but also lifelong friends and many accolades.

Kime was a part of the 1990 class of Leadership Palm Beach County, as well as a founding member of what is now the Central Palm Beach County Cham-

Julie Kime and fellow advisory board member Nicole Hessen celebrate Cinco de Mayo with club kids.

ber of Commerce. Through the years, she has been the recipient of the Central Chamber’s Business of the Year Award, the Palms West Community Foundation’s Women of the Year Stiletto Award, the Executive Women of the Palm Beaches’ Leadership Award, the Women of Worth Award presented by the Central Chamber, Hispanic Women of Distinction of South Florida and the Portrait of a Woman Award.

However, the accolades are secondary to her deep desire for making a profound difference. Kime and her husband were again one of the first to step forward with support when the initial drive to build a new, state-of-the-art Boys & Girls Club for Wellington’s children started to take shape.

In 2012, thanks to a generous $1.5 million donation from Neil S. Hirsch, $600,000 from Palm Beach County, $700,000 from the Village of Wellington and numerous other donations like from the Kimes, the organization broke ground on the new 22,570-square-foot Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club.

The new club opened in April 2013.

Those who walk through the club’s doors will forever be greeted in its John and Julie Kime Welcome Center.

“The club is such a great and safe place for kids to go to after school,” Kime said. “The sheriff’s office loves

it because the club helps the police by keeping youth involved in something that keeps them off the streets and away from trouble.”

That level of compassion for the community is part of Kime’s very fabric. She and her husband are also quick to donate to other local organizations, such as Palm Beach State College, the Executive Women of the Palm Beaches and the Everglades Foundation, to name a few.

Julie Kime with her husband John, who is also a Boys & Girls Club supporter.

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(Far left) John and Julie Kime, Charles Lerman, 2019 Wellington Club Youth of the Year Janayah Strachan, Nicolette Goldfarb, Juan Ortega and Jaene Miranda at the Youth of the Year Dinner. (Left) Julie Kime with Nacho Figueras at 2019 Great Futures Polo Day.

Yet, Kime’s heart and time commitment remains with the Wellington club. Mentoring young, at-risk students and impressing upon them the importance of education, self-esteem, honesty and hard work is what makes her come alive.

“Seeing the smiles on kids’ faces, how much they love being at the club, and how grateful they are for everything that is provided to them is priceless,” Kime said.

She has leveraged her business and personal relationships to open numerous doors that broaden the horizons of club children.

During the week of Thanksgiving, she works with Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw to send the PBSO to the club in the morning to set up, cook and serve a holiday meal fit for a king to the club’s 300-plus children and staff. Kime, along with the club’s board of directors, joins the festivities and

breaks bread with the kids. The all-day affair is estimated to cost $10,000 annually in food, party supplies, decorations and time.

In addition, Kime’s friend J.B. Berkow, founder of the Benzaiten Center for the Creative Arts, provides 60 scholarships every year to Wellington club members. Younger kids experience hands-on sandcasting, while the older kids and teens engage in glass blowing.

Relationships are central to Kime.

She and the club’s advisory board enjoy a bond that feels like a family. They support each other and roll up their sleeves together so that club children have memorable experiences, as well as resources to be productive adults.

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“The dedication of the board is extraordinary,” Kime said. “They are such good and caring people who give their all and genuinely want to serve these children.”

For her contributions to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County, Kime has been inducted into the Jeremiah Milbank Society as well as the Lifetime Giving Society.

Kime has dedicated her life to the Boys & Girls Club in Wellington and to the success of its young members. She looks forward to continuing to serve with as much drive and passion as when she first began her mission three decades ago.

“As long as I can, I will continue to serve,” she said.

“Seeing the smiles on kids’ faces, how much they love being at the club, and how grateful they are for everything that is provided to them is priceless,” Julie Kime said.

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On the heels of his debut party in March, Jeremy Justin Nickel has splashed onto the Wellington scene with passion, integrity and elbow grease.

These are the qualities that Nickel has imported from Napa Valley, Calif., to join Wellington’s social and dining sphere while developing his newest venture, To-Kalon Farm, an elite, multidisciplinary equestrian facility aiming to be the next destination venue in Wellington.

Moving from wine country on the west coast to the horse country of South Florida has been a formative period in Nickel’s life, and he has worked persistently over the course of a year to bring his equestrian estate up to the standards of quality that his late father, Gil Nickel, instilled in him, while giving back to causes that are near to his heart.

Nickel was born into an agricultural family that split its time between San Francisco and Oakville, Calif. From a young age, he was surrounded by some of the most notable wineries in the United States. His father, the proprietor of the Far Niente, Nickel & Nickel and Dolce wineries, always sought to exceed the highest standards of oenology, the science and study of wine and winemaking, which he bestowed onto his son. After graduating from Southern Methodist University in 2001, Nickel returned to the Napa Valley to assist with the grand opening of Nickel & Nickel in 2003 before his father passed away from cancer.

His father’s passing, although incred(Right) From wine country to Wellington, Jeremy Nickel splashes onto the local scene with passion, integrity and dedication.

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“I initially fell in love with the property’s potential, and I am having a lot of fun developing it,” Jeremy Nickel said of To-Kalon Farm.

Jeremy Nickel plans for To-Kalon Farm to become a destination facility that will fulfill a unique space in the Wellington and equestrian communities.

PHOTO COURTESY JEREMY NICKEL

ibly painful, motivated Nickel to work tirelessly to create the ultimate tribute wine in honor and appreciation of his father. The product of his dedication was a cult cabernet sauvignon, warmly branded the Vineyard House (TVH).

After receiving much acclaim, Nickel decided to expand the vineyard, which is located on some of the most fertile and sought-after soil that the Napa Valley has to offer. Today, he focuses solely

on the production of TVH wine and carries on his father’s legacy through his commitment to quality wine, philanthropy and his community.

“Because the vineyard is a living tribute to him, with everything I do I ask myself, ‘Is this something my dad would be proud of?’ and usually the answer is yes,” Nickel explained. “I am very proud of my family’s history and our evolution into being a leader in the wine industry,

so I’ve chosen to donate a percentage of the Vineyard House’s proceeds to cancer research every year.”

Although Nickel was not planning to call Wellington home, the universe conspired to push him into a new phase of life at To-Kalon Farm, located in the heart of Wellington horse country.

To-Kalon Farm is a 15-acre, multidisciplinary, full-service equestrian facility that offers high-end boarding and training with even bigger plans for the future.

The picturesque property offers a discreet yet well-positioned location less than five minutes from the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center and the International Polo Club Palm Beach. Appropriately, “To-Kalon” is an ancient Greek phrase used by Aristotle and Socrates to mean “the greatest or highest beauty.”

“I initially fell in love with the property’s potential, and I am having a lot of The Vineyard House is the ultimate tribute to Jeremy Nickel’s late father, Gil Nickel, who also shared a passion for collecting vintage cars with his son. PHOTO COURTESY THE VINEYARD HOUSE

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fun developing it,” Nickel said. “Re-designing the landscaping and working to transition it into a very tranquil and exclusive facility for people to have beautiful grounds to work with their horses on has been a very rewarding project for me.”

With the intention of hosting a multitude of equestrian activities, from boarding and training of elite show horses to scenic weddings, Nickel plans for To-Kalon Farm to become a destination facility that will fulfill a unique space in Wellington.

Featuring a 12-stall barn, arena, grass derby field, riding track, hot-walker and polo stick-and-ball field, the well-rounded equestrian space boasts everything needed and more to serve as a full-service operation surrounded by the pris(Left) Jeremy Nickel brings Napa Valley flair to his To-Kalon Farm in Wellington.

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tine beauty that Nickel has cultivated.

“I became enthralled with the property because of the mature trees that the previous owner, dressage competitor Anthea Christian, had developed with her husband,” Nickel said. “They are from Kenya in Africa, and so the property, the trees, and the residence all have a bit of an African influence to it, which I really love.”

Africa also holds a special place in Nickel’s philanthropic heart. After attaining sobriety 11 years ago, he went on a trip to Senegal that completely altered his perspective of the world. Now, he is part of a program that builds schools in rural parts of Senegal to support several villages in the surrounding area, and he donates a percentage of proceeds from TVH to the program.

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Nickel said. “It is not about what you have but what you appreciate and what you’re grateful for.”

Nickel has already continued his philanthropic ways in Wellington. In March, he joined forces with the Great Charity Challenge to identify a charity in need to which he could make a

significant donation. Place of Hope, a Palm Beach County-based nonprofit, received $17,000 in funding thanks to a charitable donation made by TVH. The organization is dedicated to providing stable and loving family environments for children and youth who are hurting and their families. In an effort to meet

the desperate needs of the children, families and the child welfare system, Place of Hope has developed a variety of programs and has become the largest, most diverse residential children’s organization in South Florida, serving 340 children and youth on a daily basis.

Through his unique life experiences, Nickel has become inspired to form an ethos of passion, integrity and hard work with a commitment to improving the lives of others that he hopes will be a positive addition to Wellington and its people for many years to come.

Bringing with him a diverse knowledge of wine, equestrian sport and philanthropy, Nickel is a fitting addition to the eclectic group of residents and visitors from around the globe that form the beautiful melting pot community of Wellington both year-round and seasonally.

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This tragedy really struck home with the Rotary Club of Wellington. Rotary is an international service organization. Our motto is “service above self.” Nothing epitomizes that motto more than K9 Cigo’s service to our community. After all, he made the ultimate sacrifice and gave his life in service of others. Sadly, this sort of tragedy can happen again if we don’t try and help prevent it. Obviously, it could happen anywhere and not just in Wellington. Rotary wants to help.

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Designer’s Touch Jewelry Welcomes

Community To Visit New Store Location Story by M. Dennis Taylor • Photos by Abner Pedraza

After many years of providing a bit of sparkle in the lives of Wellington residents, Designer’s Touch Jewelry has opened a new location with an eye on the future.

A true Florida native, Adam Yorke is the third generation in the jewelry business at Designer’s Touch. With roots going back to the Broward area in the 1980s, the firm started by his grandparents has had a convenient Wellington location since 2006. Now, it’s even more convenient with a new location at 2891 S. State Road 7, Suite 120, near Trader Joe’s in Wellington.

“My grandparents and parents have run the store, and now I am a part of it,” Yorke explained. “We’ve been a true family business for more than 35 years. Our business was established and built on trust and long-term relationships. Although we may have grown and developed into a bigger store in a nicer shopping center, we will always have that feeling of family and true personal care and attention to any jewelry want or need.”

Yorke is excited about the store’s recent move a few blocks down SR 7.

“Our new, more central, stand-alone location is near Trader Joe’s and Starbucks,” he said. “It’s a nicer place, a more modern venue, with updated tiles and nice lighting.

While near the old location, it seems like a happier plaza environment that is more convenient for our existing customers and those who will become customers in the future.”

That clientele will find a great jeweler that does much more than just sell high-quality pieces. Designer’s Touch Jewelry uses artistry and technical know-how to design and create beautiful items.

With impeccable workmanship and a wide range of services, including jewelry cleaning and polishing, white gold dipping, heirloom repair and updating, they even carry the top brands for men’s and women’s watches, such as Michele, Movado, Citizen and more.

The store works with jewelry of all types and materials, including platinum, gold, white gold, silver and stainless steel, and with precious stones, such diamonds, gemstones and pearls.

“As for custom work, we can make anything, and it’s done by hand,” Yorke said. “Our customers can see the wax and

Adam Yorke is the third generation in the business at Designer’s Touch.

mold of their piece before it’s created, and they are really made to be part of the process. We can use a customer’s gold and stones to turn old, rarely worn pieces into new and modern masterpieces.”

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wellington | professional “We make sure that the work is concise and quick, and that each customer is satisfied with the piece before walking away,” Adam Yorke explained.

“Our repairs are done in house. We have two expert jewelers on premise,” Yorke explained. “We make sure that the work is concise and quick, and that each customer is satisfied with the piece before walking away. One of the big benefits of this is having one of the jewelers be able to work hand-andhand with a customer if needed, such as an intricate ring sizing or something

along those lines.”

One thing Yorke is especially proud of is that his family’s work has been on hand in the marriage of so many Wellington couples.

“We truly have a variety of just about everything, but if I had to specify something we specialize in, it would probably be bridal jewelry,” Yorke said. “We truly have such a wide variety

of diamonds and settings that you won’t really see anywhere else locally.”

When not working, Yorke helps teach a drumline at Palm Beach Central High School, and his mother is an avid painter who enjoys riding horses, so the Wellington community is a great home for them and their business.

“Since being here, it’s like we’ve grown a new family because Wellington is such a tightly knit community,” Yorke said. “Everyone seems to look after each other, and growing our business here, we’ve been able to see so much of that first hand and are happy to be able to serve the Wellington family and will continue to do so for years to come.”

Visit Designer’s Touch Jewelry at 2891 S. State Road 7, Suite 120, in Wellington, or call them at (561) 790-6220. Business hours are Monday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Visit www.designerstouchjewelry. com for more information.

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Community Services Team Dedicated To Changing Lives In Wellington

By Callie Sharkey

Every municipality goes through the constant need to upgrade infrastructure to meet the needs of its population, but an integral part of making the Village of Wellington work for its people is the Community Services Department.

With a tightly knit group of individuals dedicated to helping their community, Community Services Director Paulette Edwards is proud of her team and the work being done every day.

“We’re a family that has come together to put our capes on and get out there and serve our citizens. They come up together with innovative ideas and always come to me with potential solutions, not just problems,” Edwards said. “I am the coach. I draw up the plays, and they go out and execute. They are passionate about what we are doing. It’s not just a job.”

Originally from Milwaukee, Edwards worked for almost 20 years with the City of Orlando, where she learned about some great programming initiatives and was excited to bring new ideas to Wellington.

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ics and ages, and the diversity reflects the population of Wellington itself. To meet the goal of becoming an inclusive community, the staff takes on a variety of tasks, including knocking on doors to help citizens in need. It was just such a case that led to Community Services Specialist Jenifer Brito saving a woman’s life.

“We got a call from village hall, and that’s when I started to go and check on her. We developed a relationship, and we went over and saw she had a really bad leg wound. I always take a fellow team member because we saw changes in her,” Brito explained.

Despite calling Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue, the woman refused assistance and headed to New York. “The hospital in New York contacted me because she listed me as a contact and had my business card,” Brito said. “She was

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On Monday, we needed to go check on her.”

That visit ended with emergency aid and the woman being rescued after being unable to get up from the floor for more than 36 hours. Brito discovered that had they not called for help, the resident would not have survived much longer.

Supporting Brito in helping the woman was Community Service Program Coordinator Kyle Ostroff. It all happened on his first day with Community Services. After being with the village for nearly 10 years, coming over from the Wellington Aquatics Complex, Ostroff has found that his work in a new department has changed his point of view.

“I grew up in Florida since fifth

(L-R) Kyle Ostroff and Gus Ponce; Kyle Ostroff and Gus Ponce speak with Community Services Director Paulette Edwards; and Gloria Kelly, Geneeka Morris and Jenifer Brito.

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(L-R) Project Manager Gloria Kelly, PBSO Deputy Roy Gonzalez, Administrative Assistant Geneeka Morris, Program Coordinator Gus Ponce, Community Services Director Paulette Edwards, PBSO Deputy Scott Portiz, Community Grants Coordinator Jim Fackrell, Community Services Specialist Jenifer Brito and Program Coordinator Kyle Ostroff.

grade, and working here has been eye opening,” Ostroff said. “When this position opened, I thought it was a match made in heaven, and I like working with kids. Right now, we are working on the SWAG (Students Working to Achieve Greatness) program, where we tailor internships toward the students’ interest.”

In all, communication remains key, and the long-term goal of Community Services is to be a one-stop shop for information regarding any programs and services offered throughout the Village of Wellington.

Project Manager Gloria Kelly, who

focuses on neighborhood needs, is also the go-to person for social media and communication for the rest of the department. She spent time working for the village both in social media communications and the Wellington Village Council’s office. This experience gives her more than just a diverse foundation.

“I grew up in Wellington. This past August, I moved over to the Community Services Department,” Kelly said.

“We want to be that first step, so people don’t have to go to village hall or a council meeting to voice their concerns. We

want to make sure to have contact and make sure they are stopping by our office to learn what resources are there.”

In many cases, residents’ feel that they need to go to the top of the administrative chain to get help or answers, but Community Services is there to connect first-hand with individuals, whether they are seniors or youth, affluent or in need of help.

“Right now, I’m on a mission to make community outreach efforts to all of our neighborhoods,” Kelly said. “I work with Neighborhood Watch captains a lot, so there can be a liaison to our office.” wellington the magazine | may 2019

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Whether the team members are new, like Program Coordinator Gus Ponce, or have years in service as Code Enforcement Officer Helen Archer does, the group works as a cohesive unit of people filled with passion for what they do.

“The project that I love is the food drive. I know where it is going. I know these tenants, who the residents are — seeing their kids, I know their parents — and it’s really great to bring a smile to their faces,” Archer said. “We have so much, and you really don’t know that there are people in our community who have so little. The relationship between them and the village, it’s great.”

Community Grants Coordinator Jim Fackrell has worked for Wellington for more than six years. His résumé includes massive projects in his former home state of Wyoming, but he finds that the work being done here yields great impacts.

“We fund youth programs, Americans with Disability Act improvements and now a housing rehab program,” Fackrell said. “The Great Neighborhoods Program is one of the more successful programs, in my opinion. The program provides a forgivable loan so residents can complete repairs and bring their home up to code with our help.”

Edwards is proud of both her team and the direction of the Community Services Department. As a leader with passion herself, it works well for the team in its proactive pursuit of reaching out to the community.

“We are the department that can let residents know about what services are out there to help them,” Edwards said.

For more information about Wellington’s Community Services Department, call (561) 791-4796 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/ communityservices.

This year’s Team Wellington series highlights some of the amazing professionals who make up the team at the Village of Wellington.

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Triple Crown’s Melanie Blonshine Helps Families Settle In Wellington Story by Matthew Auerbach • Photo by Abner Pedraza

Melanie Blonshine of Triple Crown Properties is a relative newcomer to the real estate world.

She has been an agent for less than a year, but as a wife and mother of one son, she finds that her personal life seamlessly supports her professional endeavors.

“I feel I identify most with families that are like my own, who were motivated to move to Wellington because of what they have heard about how amazing the public schools are here,” Blonshine said. “Our housing communities are beautiful, clean and convenient. I live in one of these communities, and my family is thriving. I believe my passion as a Wellington resident overflows to my clients who want to move here.”

After leaving behind a lucrative catering career, Blonshine, husband Kevin and son Wyatt made the move to Florida in 2011 and found themselves in Wellington five years later.

“It was the best decision we could have made,” she said.

“Wyatt is thriving at Binks Forest Elementary School. I am also thrilled to be part of the active tennis community in Wellington, where I play competitively for the Wanderers Club, which is right down the street from our home.”

Blonshine draws from her life experiences to become a more seasoned Realtor. “I think what makes me personally different from other Realtors in Wellington is that I choose to focus all of my efforts on helping families with children find their new home in what I believe is the best place to live in South Florida,” Blonshine said.

Her job provides her with a balance that is beneficial in all the important areas. “Real estate has become a great asset for my family, as it has allowed me to have a more flexible schedule, so I can choose to focus my time with those families whose needs I know I can best fulfill,” she said.

Triple Crown Properties is one arm of the Triple Crown Group, which consists of three different specialties: real estate, property management and construction. Blonshine believes that trio of services separates her company from the pack.

“As a company, we excel in educating clients on construction and renovation cost estimates, which allows them to make educated decisions when they are buying or selling a home with us,” she said. “When our real estate clients find that they are ready to renovate or even build a new home, they have the peace of mind knowing they don’t have to research and hire another company. They can rely

on the Triple Crown team for all of their future needs.”

While she credits the equestrian community and the athletic programs at Village Park as two of Wellington’s main drawing points to those considering a move here, she is also thankful for a time-honored activity that gives the community its hometown feel.

“I would have to say how proud I am, thanks to our crossing guards and the Palm Beach County School Board, to see how many school children walk or ride their bikes to school,” Blonshine said. “I know it’s such a simple thing, but it gives me comfort to live in a community that still preserves some of the simple things in life that are now unimaginable or forgotten in other cities and towns.”

To contact Melanie Blonshine, call (202) 297-5584, e-mail triple crownmelanie@gmail.com or visit www.triplecrownflorida.com. wellington the magazine | may 2019

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The Family Firm At Palms West Veterinary Hospital

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Dr. Andi Grossman was born into a veterinarian family, growing up as part of Palms West Veterinary Hospital, run since 2005 by her father Dr. Ira Grossman, who relocated from his successful practice in New York. They are a family who has devoted much of their lives to the pets of the Wellington area.

Grossman graduated from veterinary school in January and joined the family firm as the newest staff member at the veterinary hospital. But she has been following in her father’s footsteps and working around the practice her whole life.

“I love Wellington. I love the horses.

I love animals. I love when the horse people come to town. They always have dogs and cats that need to be treated, and everyone in the horse community knows everyone else in the horse world, and they are great people,” Grossman said. “I used to ride horses a lot in Wellington. I haven’t in years, but I’m hoping to get back into it.”

Meanwhile, Grossman has been bonding with a newborn puppy. “It’s a Shar-Pei mix who is my new best friend,” she said.

Busy excelling in school for much of the past few years, Grossman graduated from veterinary school in the accelerated program at Ross Veterinary College on St. Kitts, a fully accredited curriculum by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education. It offers a high-tech campus in a Caribbean island setting and is the same school attended by her brother Neil, who joined the practice just over a year ago upon his graduation and completion of his clinicals. “It’s a beautiful place to go to school,” she said.

Grossman believes that two major factors set Palms West Veterinary Hos-

pital apart. The first is that it is a family firm with father, sometimes mother, brothers, sister and sister-in-law all working there with a total staff of more than 30.

“We are run by a family with a family attitude, we are run like a family, treating patients and their pets like family, and we understand that a client’s pets are their family,” she said. “Our cats and dogs are our babies and our children.

We want to take as much care of them as we possibly can.”

Grossman continued that the other major factor is that the hospital is never closed. “We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so we are always there to help clients out and their pets with really anything they need,” she said. “We always have a doctor there all day and all night, so if they have any concerns or questions, they can always call us, and we will help them out with anything.”

The practice takes appointments but understands that you can’t schedule when your pet is going to be sick, so it also takes walk-ins. “When someone comes to the door, it could be a vaccine or a major emergency. We cover everything,” Grossman said. “Because we take walk-ins, you don’t have to have an appointment to come in. If you see that something’s wrong with your pet, you don’t have to wait for an appointment.

You can come right away.”

The practice also offers a link on its web site to VetSource for medication,

Dr. Andi Grossman with her father, Dr. Ira Grossman.

products and food, all available online, so patients can order any moment of any day and have the items shipped to their door. “The practice can help you choose and will arrange for any prescriptions,” Grossman said. “It couldn’t be more convenient than with our family team helping out.”

This family attitude and round-theclock service combines with the inhouse, state-of-the-art equipment, such as the digital x-ray, which allows for as many views as needed, and a complete chemistry facility that permits the team to work quickly, seeing comprehensive results in minutes. Grooming and other services make for a single-point operation for pet care and emergency service.

Extended office hours are from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. The critical care emergency department, staffed with a doctor and technician, is always open.

The Palms West Veterinary Hospital is located at 556 Folsom Road. For more information, visit www.palmswestveterinary.com or call (561) 798-2780. wellington the magazine | may 2019

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The Winding Trails development offers nine lots wrapping around the existing Lakefield South community.

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Unique Equestrian Estates Available At Winding Trails Story by Deborah Welky

• Images courtesy Tricia Ward Holloway

With property in Wellington a premium, the architectural firm Cotleur & Hearing has teamed up with Ward Real Estate to convert a long-abandoned golf course along Aero Club Drive into nine unique estates called “Winding Trails.”

But these are not going to be just any estates. Each home will be on its own nearly 5-acre lot in a development enhanced with the shade, privacy and aesthetics of oak trees, palms, bougainvillea and clusia. Each home will enjoy its own lakeside view.

There will be room for stables, paddocks, practice rings and whatever else each owner dreams up. An equestrian-friendly trail around the perimeter will run alongside bright, fresh fencing. Separate points of entry utilizing private driveways and private gates will ensure the safety of both Winding Trails and adjacent Lakefield South residents alike. The grounds will all be under the protection of the Winding Trails Homeowners’ Association.

“These nine boutique properties are not for the person who has 20 horses,” Tricia Ward Holloway explained. “These are more for the horse owner who lives in Boca or Palm Beach. It’s a place they can come to on weekends or seasonally with all their needs consolidated into one property. Or maybe for an owner who wants to downsize from a huge barn.”

A Winding Trails model has just been completed that will give prospective buyers a good idea of what can be done. It features a three-bedroom, two-bath luxury owner’s apartment located on the second floor with a 10-stall barn and grooms’ quarters beneath.

The primary upstairs residence has vaulted and tray ceilings and a convenient enter-

(Left) The Winding Trails model features a three-bedroom, two-bath luxury owner’s apartment located on the second floor with a 10-stall barn and grooms’ quarters below.

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(Above) All the homes will have water views and access to an equestrian-friendly trail around the perimeter of the development. (Below left) A schematic of the upstairs owner’s luxury apartment.

tainment center built-in, all of which add interest to a spacious, open floor plan. Banks of French doors with roll-down screens open onto an airy porch, making the porch a bit of a bonus room.

The model is decorator-furnished with high-end pieces. The kitchen features state-of-the-art Wolf appliances and the bathrooms boast imported marble with quartzite countertops in both baths and in the kitchen.

An elevator takes the owner down to the barn. Also located below is a one-bedroom, one-bath grooms’ quarters. Plans are also available to build homes and barns as separate buildings. Each property has been approved for up to 10 stalls, which is what is on display at the model.

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Q’Salsas Latin Bar & Grill is serving up flavors that burst from unique recipes that dreams are made of.

Chef and owner Christian Ramirez not only follows his heart, but also his vivid dreams, to guide his creative cuisine at this family-owned restaurant.

“The name Q’Salsas came from a dream that I had,” Ramirez explained.

“I love salsa music and salsa means ‘to sauce,’ so I wanted to give a name that will grab a smile from people.”

And people have been dining for the past three years at this rustic and inviting locale. Customers are welcomed by oversized booths and tables as they walk in.

“There are booths on both sides,”

Guests love the “Chef’s Famous” lobster bisque.

Ramirez said. “Customers tell me they feel like they’re on a train.”

Q’Salsas offers a casual but upscale feel as brightly colored hammocks are draped from the ceiling, creating a relaxed atmosphere. Music fills the background while the friendly staff serves up Columbian, Mexican and Peruvian fare.

“We just started a new menu. We offer different kinds of soups and salads.

The new menu and some of the things I have now, they came from dreams,” Ramirez said. “I remembered the recipes, and I wanted to make it happen and see the dream come true.” wellington wellingtonthe themagazine magazine| |may may2019 2019 75 75

Ramirez’s dream began in Bogota, Colombia, where he was born. At age 8, he realized his love of food, flavor and bringing it all together by watching his grandmother and mother, a chef, cook family recipes.

He now puts his own twist on the family classics, with additional flavors, matching his lively personality.

“I came to the U.S. when I was 13.

I wanted to become a chef. I went to culinary school at Lincoln College, got my bachelor’s degree, and from there I started cooking,” he said, noting that he gained experience at several prestigious establishments, including Mara-Lago. “I got a lot of knowledge from great chefs throughout Palm Beach County before I decided to open this restaurant.”

For starters, the “Chef’s Famous” lobster bisque is popular, ranging from $9 to $15.

The port wine poached pear salad with mixed greens is a unique blend of flavors. Shrimp, salmon or chicken can

be added for an additional cost. Sweet corn cakes are also a staple.

The Trio Fajitas are among the most popular entrees, served with tender skirt steak, chicken and shrimp, tossed

with zucchini, mixed bell peppers and bursts of flavor.

For those with a taste for Peruvian cuisine, the Lomo Saltado is a popular dish with marinated strips of sirloin with onions, served over a bed of French fries and a side of rice. Another Peruvian favorite is the ceviche made with white fish, corn, sweet potatoes and Leche de Tigre.

“Everything on the menu, the customers have been asking for. My goal is to make them happy,” Ramirez said.

From burritos to seafood, there’s also a selection of burgers, like the Avocado 2 Ways burger for $15. It’s topped with both fresh avocado and homemade guacamole, along with lettuce, tomatoes and a Mexican cheese blend.

For the kids, the Kung Fu Panda bowl made with beef, broccoli, rice and tomatoes is kicking up big taste for even picky eaters, according to Ramirez.

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(L-R) The Avocado 2 Ways burger, topped with both avocado slices and homemade guacamole; chef/owner Christian Ramirez prepares shrimp; the port wine poached pear salad; Ramirez prepares salmon; and the Lomo Saltado, a popular Peruvian dish.

“People tell me, ‘I’ve never seen my kids eat beef.’ And, now they see the Kung Fu Panda bowl on the menu and want it instead of chicken tenders,” he said.

The 115-seat restaurant also serves breakfast until noon on weekends, from omelets to both Peruvian and Colombian dishes. There’s also an executive lunch offered ranging from $8 to $12.

Daily happy hour is available from 4 to 7 p.m. with margaritas, Coronas and chips and salsa, all $3 each.

For a sweet way to wrap up a flavorful meal, try the newest dessert “Kiss of an

Angel,” another creation inspired one night with flavors that vary daily, from blackberry to passion fruit, mango and more.

“It was in my dream. I was in the sky flying when I see an angel. He was eating dessert, and he told me how to make it. It was a sweet dream! So, I decided to put it on the menu. When I tell people, they laugh. They’re having a good time,” Ramirez said.

It’s a good time, that can be accompanied by a fresh coffee, espresso or the restaurant’s popular mocha latte to top off the dining experience.

“It’s all from the heart. I don’t compete with anybody but myself, and my goal is to make everyone happy,” said Ramirez, a man with a happy vision who is truly living his dream.

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wellington | dining guide Aroma Indian Cuisine, located at 730 Village Blvd. in West Palm Beach, serves delicious Indian food seven days a week, including a buffet lunch and dinner. For more info., call (561) 619-6437 or visit www. aromawestpalmbeach.com.

Backstreets Neighborhood Bar & Grill is located in the Wellington Plaza at 12771 W. Forest Hill Blvd.

For more info., call (561) 795-0100.

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

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

Centanni Italian Restaurant is located in the Village Walk community at 2540 Village Walk Circle.

Catering is available. Call (561) 642-8700 for info.

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

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

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

Kabuki has brought its affordable and delicious Japanese and Thai cuisine to Wellington. The restaurant

is located at 2465 S. State Road 7, Suite 100, in Wellington. For more information, visit www.kabukiwpb. com or call (561) 323-4888.

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

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

Stonewood Grill & Tavern in the Pointe at Wellington Green serves up exciting flavors in a casually sophisticated setting. Call (561) 784-9796 or visit www.stonewoodgrill.com for more info.

Strathmore Bagels & Deli is a New York-style deli serving everything from smoked fish to corned beef.

It is located in the Marketplace at Wycliffe at State Road 7 and Lake Worth Road. For info., call (561) 357-0044 or visit www.strathmorebagels.com.

Taste of India is located at 7750 Okeechobee Blvd.

Aside from a full menu, it offers a bountiful buffet for lunch and dinner on weekdays and brunch on weekends. For more info., call (561) 721-8600.

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

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

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

Drop by the award-winning TooJay’s Original Gourmet Deli at its new location in Wellington Green Square near Whole Foods Market for breakfast, lunch or dinner. For more info., call (561) 7849055 or visit www.toojays.com.

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

Tree’s Wings & Ribs is located at 603 Royal Palm Beach Blvd. in the Royal Plaza. Eat in or take out wings, ribs, chicken and more. Visit www.treeswings andribs.com or call (561) 791-1535 for more info.

Oli’s Fashion Cuisine & Bar is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks on Forest Hill Blvd. near the Mall at Wellington Green. For info., call (561) 7922220 or visit www.olisrestaurant.com.

Twisted Tsunami features house-made favorites.

The deli meats are always fresh, and bread and cookies are baked fresh daily. Twisted Tsunami is located at 109 S. State Road 7. For more info., call (561) 3332333 or visit www.twistedtsunami.com.

Paradise Indian Cuisine serves authentic Indian food for lunch and dinner, including an all-you-caneat lunch buffet. It is located at 7667 Lake Worth Road. For more information, call (561) 812-3958 or visit www.flbiryani.com.

Located in the original Wellington Mall, Wellington Trace Tavern serves up American-style cuisine with a wonderful ambiance. For more info., call (561) 4691109 or visit www.wttavern.com.

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Thursday, May 2 • An online auction fundraiser to benefit Temple B’nai Jacob of Wellington is being held Thursday, May 2 through Sunday, May 12. Bid on gift certificates for restaurants, massages, nails, art, trips and many other valuable items. To start bidding, visit www.biddingforgood.com/tbjauction.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Neil Diamond tribute concert by Neil Zirconia, along with food trucks, on Thursday, May 2 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/events.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Writers’ Critique Workshop for adults on Thursday, May 2 at 6:30 p.m. Share, offer and accept constructive criticism to improve your fiction, nonfiction and poetry in a supportive atmosphere.

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

Friday, May 3 • The West Palm Beach Antique Festival will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center from Friday, May 3 through Sunday, May 5. Dealers from all over the United States bring one-of-a-kind, unique items for sale. For more info., visit ww.wpbaf.com.

• The Wellington Art Society and Whole Foods Market in Wellington is currently showing an exhibit

by Lara Chapman featuring unique fine art nature photographs on display until the end of June. A reception will be held on Friday, May 3 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Snacks and wine will be served. A $5 charge will go to the Wellington Art Society Scholarship Fund.

For more info., visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org.

• The Polo Park Middle School Robotics Club will host a Spirit Night at Palm Beach Skate Zone, located at 8125 Lake Worth Road, on Friday, May 3 from 7:30 to 11 p.m. The fun evening will include music and raffles, as well as ice skating. The cost per person is $15 and will help support the Robotics Club.

For more info., call the school at (561) 333-5500.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free screening of Alita: Battle Angel on Friday, May 3 at 8 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.

Saturday, May 4 • The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present Emily Brown and the Thing on Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.

• Wellington Ballet Theatre will present Alice in Wonderland on Saturday, May 4 at 7:30 p.m. at Wellington High School. Choreographer and Director of Ballet Melissa Waters will bring her creative vision to this classic story. Visit https://wbt.ticketleap.com/ alice-in-wonderland-2019 for tickets.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Classic Country Tribute by Cash & Friends on Saturday, May 4 at 8 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/ events for more info.

Monday, May 6 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Homework Club for ages 5 to 12 on Mondays, May 6, 13 and 20 at 2 p.m. Call (561) 7906070 for more info.

Tuesday, May 7 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Holocaust Days of Remembrance for adults on Tuesday, May 7 at 2:30 p.m. Filmmaker Fred Singer captures the experiences of four Holocaust survivors in an original documentary. A discussion will follow. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Star Wars Bingo for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, May 7 at 3 p.m. Create your own board and see if the force is with you. Call (561) 790-6070 for info.

Wednesday, May 8 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Chess Club for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, May 8 at 3 p.m. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Women of the Wellington Chamber will hold a fun day of tacos and margaritas at Don Chepo’s at its annual Cinco De Mayo Block Party on Wednesday, May 8 from 3 to 6 p.m. There will be specialty

seating and a welcome sangria drink compliments of Art Cellar. Look for the pink table cloths in front of Art Cellar next door to Don Chepo’s. For more info., visit www.wellingtonchamber.com/events.

• Wellington’s Community Services Department will host a village-wide Neighborhood Watch Meeting on Wednesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 Forest Hill Blvd.).

Palm Beach County Department of Public Safety Special Projects Coordinator Michael Jankowski will give a presentation on hurricane preparedness and storm safety. Wellington staff will also give brief presentations on how the village functions before, during and after a storm. Call (561) 791-4796 for more info.

• Palm Beach County Bar Association will present Small Claims for adults on Wednesday, May 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive). Learn to present your case to the judge without hiring a lawyer. A small claim is any dispute valued at $5,000 or less. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Wellington Art Society will host a demonstration of jewelry making by Maria Tritico on Wednesday, May 8 at the Wellington Community Center. The meet-and-greet will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a member spotlight and a brief meeting.

For more info., visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present the Dance Theatre of Harlem on Wednesday, May 8 at 8 p.m. Visit www.kravis.org for info.

Thursday, May 9 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Protect Yourself with Passphrases for adults on Thursday, May 9 at 2:30 p.m. Secure your personal accounts by choosing powerful passwords.

Take yourself to next level security by creating passphrases. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Mother’s Day Flower Photo Craft for ages 5 to 12 on Thursday, May 9 at 3 p.m. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free KC and the Sunshine Band Tribute by Bobby Nathan’s Boogie Shoes, along with food trucks, on Thursday, May 9 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events.

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wellington | calendar • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Family Fun Night for all ages on Thursday, May 9 at 6 p.m. with family friendly games, music and crafts. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• Join the Wellington Chamber of Commerce for Connections Over Cocktails on Thursday, May 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Q’Salsas Latin Bar & Grill for sophisticated after-five networking with Wellington Chamber professionals inspired by Colombian cuisine in a colorful and relaxing environment. Visit www. wellingtonchamber.com/events for more info.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free AC/DC Tribute by Thunderjack on Saturday, May 11 at 8 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events for more info.

Friday, May 10 • The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will present Spotlight on Young Musicians on Friday, May 10 at 7 p.m., a Kravis Center community outreach event in partnership with the Youth Orchestra of Palm Beach County, the School District of Palm Beach County and the Palm Beach County Music Teachers’ Association. For info., visit www.kravis.org.

Monday, May 13 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Brush, Ink & Chinese Calligraphy for adults on Monday, May 13 at 2:30 p.m. Experiment with a new art form from China’s four treasures of study: brush, ink, paper and inkstone. Call (561) 7906070 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Chess Club on Monday, May 13 at 6 p.m. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host English Exchange for adults on Mondays, May 13 and May 20 at 6:30 p.m. Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington Village Council will meet on Tuesday, May 14 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.

Wednesday, May 15 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Lego Bricks for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, May 15 at 3 p.m. Build, imagine and play with Lego bricks. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Anime Nation for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, May 15 at 6 p.m. View new anime titles in Japanese with English subtitles. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Book Discussion on “My Grandfather Would Have Shot Me” by Jennifer Teege for adults on Wednesday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m. Copies are available at the research services desk. Call (561) 7906070 to pre-register.

• Shulamit Hadassah will host an ice cream social on Wednesday, May 15 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington home of Shirley Horn. For more info., call Susan Daniels at (561) 252-1872.

Thursday, May 16 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Bird Kite Craft for ages 5 to 12 on Thursday, May 16 at 3 p.m. Make a kite with paper and decorate it. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Sinatra, Martin, Darin & Vail Tribute by Johnny T., along with food trucks, on Thursday, May 16 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Career Transitions on Thursday, May 16 at 6:30 p.m. Enhance your job search, write an effective résumé and cover letter or explore a new career path. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

Friday, May 17 • The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free screening of The Kid Who Would Be King on Friday, May 17 at 8 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for info.

Saturday, May 18 • The League of Yes will host a free baseball showcase event on Saturday, May 18 at the Village Park baseball fields at 11700 Pierson Road in Wel-

lington from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The League of Yes is a baseball program for individuals with special abilities.

For more info., e-mail krisr@leagueofyes.com or call (631) 235-6906. Buddies and players can register at www.leagueofyes.com/loy-florida.

• The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Gala on Saturday, May 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Kravis Center’s Cohen Pavilion. For more info., call (561) 790-6200 or visit www.cpbchamber.com.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Led Zeppelin Tribute by Pure Zeppelin on Saturday, May 18 at 8 p.m. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/ events for more info.

Sunday, May 19 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Summer Stories for ages 2 to 6 on Sunday, May 19 at 3 p.m. Summer is almost here. Listen to stories, dance to fun songs and do a craft. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Young Singers of the Palm Beaches will present Broadway and Beyond at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, May 19 at 4 p.m. For more info., visit www.yspb.org.

Monday, May 20 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Sensory Story Time for adults with special needs on Monday, May 20 at 10 a.m. Enjoy stories, music, dance and art about the ocean. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

Tuesday, May 21 • The graduation ceremony for the Class of 2019 at Palm Beach Central High School will be held Tuesday, May 21 at 2 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds. For more info., call (561) 304-1000.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Preserving Your Family Heritage: Scanning Images on Tuesday, May 21; Wednesday, May 22; and Thursday, May 23 at 2 p.m. Bring up to 100 photos in good condition and a flash drive to save the digital images using the library’s high-speed scanner.

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• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “The Works & Women of Charles Dickens” on Tuesday, May 21 at 6:30 p.m., a look at the women in Dickens’ life and how they shaped the writer he became. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

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Wednesday, May 22 • The graduation ceremony for the Class of 2019 at Wellington High School will be held Wednesday, May 22 at 9 a.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds. For more info., call (561) 795-4900.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Extreme Trivia for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, May 22 at 6 p.m. Challenge yourself and your friends in this extreme trivia game. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

Thursday, May 23 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Dance Party for ages 5 to 12 on Thursday, May 23 at 2:30 p.m. Celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of summer with music, dance and fun. Refreshments will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free Eric Clapton Tribute by Forever Eric, along with food trucks, on Thursday, May 23 from 5 to 9:30 p.m.

Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/events for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a program on the Opioid Crisis on Thursday, May 23 at 6:30 p.m. featuring a doctor from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and a speaker on addiction issues. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

Sunday, May 26 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Make It & Take It for ages 12 to 17 on Sunday, May 26 at 2 p.m. Use the library’s materials to make a piece of art. Call (561) 790-6070 for info.

Tuesday, May 28 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Craftapalooza for ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, May 28 at 3 p.m. Create multiple crafts from fun selections. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Line Dancing for adults on Tuesday, May 28 at 6:30 p.m. for beginners and experienced line dancers. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Wellington Village Council will meet on Tuesday, May 28 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.

Wednesday, May 29 • The Wellington Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon on Thursday, May 29 at 11:30 a.m. at the International Polo Club Palm Beach featuring Congresswoman Lois Frankel. For info., call (561) 792-6525 or visit www.wellingtonchamber.com.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host STEAM Club: Spheros for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, May 29 at 3 p.m. Learn about and explore mini-robots and program them to navigate mazes. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Teen Takeover for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, May 29 at 6 p.m. Enjoy Wii games, board games and more. Bring a friend and make new ones. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

Thursday, May 30 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host “There’s a Hole in My Bucket!” for ages 5 to 12 on Thursday, May 30 at 3 p.m. Make a design and punch some holes in it to create a lantern. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

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

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Reducing Anxiety Through Meditation for adults on Thursday, May 30 at 6:30 p.m. Join Dave Buck for this informative lecture on the benefits of meditation to relieve anxiety and stress. There will also be a short meditation sitting. Call (561) 7906070 to pre-register.

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