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Art Society Presents Five Scholarships
By Denise Fleischman at May 17, 2013 | 12:05 am | 0 Comment
Wellington Art Society held its annual scholarship presentation on Wednesday, May 8 at the Wellington Community Center. Five local art students each received $1,000 to further their art studies at the college level. Also at the meeting, photographer Cliff Finley offered tips on how to correctly photograph artwork. For more info., visit more...
Students Score Scholarships Through IPC’s Kids Fun Zone
By Town-Crier Editor at May 17, 2013 | 12:04 am | 0 Comment
As world-class polo players and fans celebrated the close of another exciting season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach, enterprising business students from Palm Beach Atlantic University may have come out the biggest winners of all — at least from their perspective. For successfully running the club’s popular Kids Fun Zone during the 16-week polo season, more...
Equestrian , News , Sports
Melissa Ganzi Leads Introductory Polo Session
By Alexandra Antonopoulos at May 17, 2013 | 12:04 am | 0 Comment
Professional polo player Melissa Ganzi hosted a children’s introduction to polo workshop Saturday, May 11 at the Wellington library. Attendees learned the rules of the game and tried on some of Ganzi’s gear. After watching video of polo players in action, everyone tried their hand at goal scoring in a mini-match. A question-and-answer session wrapped up a fun and more...
Coast Guard Boating Safety Class June 22
By Town-Crier Editor at May 17, 2013 | 12:04 am | 0 Comment
Wellington has partnered with the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary to offer residents a certified boating safety class. The cost is $35 per person, and there is a multi-family discount. The examinations will take place in the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Saturday, June 22 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a break for lunch. The course is more...
Seniors Group Celebrates Mother’s Day
By Denise Fleischman at May 17, 2013 | 12:04 am | 0 Comment
The Royal Palm Beach Seniors Activities Group hosted a Mother’s Day Celebration on Friday, May 10 at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center. At the event, longtime resident Ruth Hamlyn was surprised with a cake for her 100th birthday. Appetizers, desserts and beverages were served. Guests enjoyed dancing and sing-alongs with music provided by Rick more...
Wellington Ballet Theatre’s Spring Concert A Success
By Jessica Gregoire at May 17, 2013 | 12:04 am | 0 Comment
Rain did not hinder Wellington Ballet Theatre’s spring dance concert, An Evening of George Winston, on Friday and Saturday, May 10 and 11 at the Wellington Amphitheater. Dancers from Wellington Ballet Theatre, Ballet Etoile, CenterStage Dance Company, Momentum Dance Company and Giselle’s Dance Studio performed choreographed routines for the audience of friends, family more...
WHS & WLMS Jazz Bands Spring Concerts
By Jessica Gregoire at May 17, 2013 | 12:04 am | 0 Comment
Wellington High School and Wellington Landings Middle School jazz bands presented their spring concerts at the Wellington Amphitheater on Monday, May 13. The event was free and open to the public with both bands playing various jazz more...
Wellington, Horse Park Development Team Host Auburn
By Town-Crier Editor at May 17, 2013 | 12:04 am | 0 Comment
The development team for the proposed Palm Beach Horse Park, in coordination with the Wellington staff, hosted representatives from Auburn University on Wednesday, May 8 for a tour of Wellington’s equestrian community. The K-Park site in Wellington, located on the corner of Stribling Way and State Road 7, is the proposed site for a new, world-class equestrian complex more...
Equestrian , News , Wellington
Upcoming Family-Friendly Events At County Venues
By Town-Crier Editor at May 17, 2013 | 12:03 am | 0 Comment
The Cultural Council of Palm Beach County invites the community to enjoy a fun variety of family-friendly activities, venues and locales taking place all over the county and discover why Palm Beach County is “Florida’s cultural capital.” With a colorful and diverse array of arts and cultural activities, offerings and fun, there’s sure to be something for more...
Blanchette To Present Audition Workshop
By Town-Crier Editor at May 17, 2013 | 12:03 am | 0 Comment
The Burt Reynolds Institute for Film and Theatre will offer a Monologue Audition Workshop for actors beginning Tuesday evening, May 28, at BRIFT’s Tequesta location. This course, taught by actor/director Beverly Blanchette, will cover all the topics actors need to know if they are serious about succeeding at their craft. Blanchette, a Wellington resident, has had a more...
