Family Fun & Games
Holiday Traditions

Chances are that this holiday season you either will be throwing a party or going to one or two. We love December because of all the holiday happenings. It is the time of year when you get to see many friends and family, both near and far. It’s a time to get together and celebrate with delicious family recipes, singing holiday songs or taking long strolls after that “must-have” dessert. But one of the best things about holiday parties is the time spent laughing and playing those traditional festive games. Some are timeless traditions that both young and old can join in on, and some are newer and more of a challenge, but take the time to teach grandma and grandpa, making the memories all that more memorable. We have gathered a few of our staff favorites to share with you. Who knows? Maybe some of these will become your family tradition for years to come. Happy Holidays!

Spoons 

Players: Up to 13 players (1 suit per player) 

Required: Table and chairs, deck of playing cards, spoons 

How to play: Shuffle deck and deal players four cards each. Place one less number of spoons to players in the center. The object is to collect four of a kind by passing one unwanted card to the player’s left. When someone gets four of a kind, they take a spoon, and the loser is the one who is not fast enough to grab a spoon.

 

Pin The Nose On Rudolph

Players: Unlimited

Required: Large picture of Rudolph, a wall, red noses and blindfolds

How to play: Mount the picture on the wall. Blindfold each player and give them a red nose to attach to the picture. The winner is the one closest to the proper place.

 

Spin The Dreidel

Players: Unlimited

Required: Dreidel, 10 to 15 game pieces per person

(traditionally pennies, nuts, gold coins, etc.)

How to play: Every participant puts one game piece into the center “pot.” In addition, every time the pot is empty, or has only one game piece left, every player should put one in the pot. Player spins the dreidel once. Depending on the side it lands on, you give or get game pieces from the pot. The winner is the player with all of the game pieces.

White Elephant

Players: Unlimited

Required: One wrapped gift per person

 

How to play: Each person brings a wrapped gift of a predetermined value. Each player takes a number from a hat. The number they pull determines the order of play. Number 1 picks a gift and unwraps it. Number 2 can either choose another gift or take Number 1’s gift, and Number 1 gets to pick again. The game continues until all numbers have picked a gift.

 

Coin Towers

Players: Unlimited

Required: Gold-wrapped chocolate coins, bouncy balls, floor space

 

How to play: Each player builds a tower of chocolate coins and then rolls a bouncy ball into the tower. The winner is the one who has the most coins still standing.

 

Christmas Bingo

Players: Unlimited

Required: Bingo sheets with holiday items, pens and a bingo caller

 

How to play: Each player has a card, and when the caller calls out a picture, the player marks it off. The winner is the first person to mark off all pictures on their card.

 

Kissing Under The Mistletoe

Participants: Two

Required: Two willing participants and hanging mistletoe

How To Play: Wait for your favorite person to walk underneath the mistletoe, smile and point overhead, indicating a kiss is warranted. This has long been a Christmas icebreaker for many adults wanting to steal a kiss from someone they admire.

Florida Monopoly

Players: Two to eight 

Required: Florida Monopoly board game

How to play: Traditional Monopoly showcasing various places found all over the State of Florida. Search for it in stores or online!

 

Christmas Pong

layers: Unlimited

Required: Table, green and red drink cups, ping-pong balls, small toys/treats

 

How to play: Arrange cups in shape of a Christmas tree at one end of a table. Put little gifts in the bottom of each cup. Each player throws a ping-pong ball with the objective of dropping it into a cup and then taking the prize and throwing again. The winner is the player with the most prizes.

Haute for season

Wherever the event or whatever the occasion, Wellington’s unique boutiques have you covered this season. Wellington The Magazine visited five of our favorite places for expert style advice, avant-garde accessories and adorable children’s clothing. Enjoy the varied selections from these fashion-forward clothiers.

The Mixed Bag

Where Girls Of All Ages Love To Shop

The Mixed Bag began as a vendor at horse shows up and down the East Coast about 20 years ago. The owners, Jonatha Gorin and her daughter Tracey Gorin-Byrne, would load up their horse trailer with horses, along with ladies clothing and accessories, to sell in vendor spaces at the shows they participated in from Vermont to Florida, ultimately ending up at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington for 12 years.

Over the years, a brick and mortar store was opened in Mystic, Conn., as well as in Jupiter. This allowed them to carry an even wider variety of lines. Five years ago, the Mixed Bag stopped being a vendor at WEF and opened the Wellington store, located in the Wellington Marketplace.

“We love Wellington and knew it would be a natural fit,” Jonatha Gorin said.

Clients come in to see what’s new, be it clothing, accessories or gifts.

“We are known for our wide assortment of apparel and accessories, which are stylish, versatile and affordable,” Gorin continued. “Appealing to all ages, we offer Jude Connally and Gretchen Scott and Saint James for the more mature tastes, and Bella Dahl, Elan and Olivaceous for our younger clients, to name just a few.”

The Mixed Bag is a true shopping destination. “The majority of our shoppers don’t leave empty-handed and return often,” Gorin said. “We have a wonderful variety of accessories, including lovely silk scarves, trendy jewelry and smart handbags. Some great fashion footwear is coming soon. And gifts, lots of gifts for the animal lover, great hostess gifts and fun girlfriend gifts. Husbands and male friends love to give our gift certificates all beautifully wrapped.”

Most recently, the Mixed Bag added infant and toddler items through age six, including apparel, accessories and gifts, because Tracey Gorin-Byrne just became a mother herself.

 

13889 Wellington Trace, Suite A-13

Wellington, FL 33414

(561) 795-8976

www.facebook.com/shopthemixedbag

 

 

Backstreet Fashions

Boutique Clothing For The Stylish Woman

Backstreet Fashions is a privately owned store that has been around for more than 30 years with three locations in the South Florida area. The store prides itself on excellent customer service and getting to know its customers. That includes getting to know what you like to wear, and they can even call you when new merchandise arrives that fits your look.

Backstreet Fashions receives new merchandise every day, so the stock is always fresh. The store caters to women who want to look fashionable, trendy and stylish every day. You’ll also find an assortment of holiday and special occasion pieces, along with one-of-a-kind pieces that you won’t find in the big department stores and malls.

Can’t find your size? Backstreet Fashions can get it for you in size that range from 0-16 and XS-XXL, along with 1X-2X. In addition, the store sells handbags, jewelry and novelty items. Prices range from $29.50 to $110.50, so stop in soon and say hello.

 

2605 State Road 7, Suite A-430

Wellington, FL 33414

(561) 847-4167

 

Tyler Brooke

His Shirt, Her blouse

Tyler Brooke, located in the Mall at Wellington Green, has a very unique concept.

“We have created a retail experience for both men and women,” owner Henry Mosely explained. “It is the only place like it in the area to make shopping fun again. At Tyler Brooke, we encourage the client to do a fitting with us to help customize the proper attire for that event or need.”

Tyler Brooke has several price points in place. Items start as low as $50 up to $300, depending on what the client is looking for. “Men and women can purchase merchandise at Tyler Brooke,” Mosely said. “Some of our featured designers are Lilly Pulitzer, Robert Graham for men and women, Liverpool for men and women, Eight-X fashion shirts and our newest designer, Luchiano Visconti.”

Tyer Brooke also offers personal styling and consulting needs. In the future, the store plans to offer more concierge services for those clients who just cannot get away.

 

10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 226

Wellington, FL 33414

(561) 281-9522

www.tyler-brooke.com

 

She’s The One Unique & Upscale Clothing 

And Accessory Boutique

 

She’s The One is an upscale women’s clothing boutique established in 1987.

“The experience that we’d like to present to our clients is one of personalized service foremost, from the moment you enter our beautiful boutiques, the vibe will be friendly, comfortable and eclectic in style,” owner Ellen Onofrietto explained. “Our mission is to style our beautiful clients from desk to a dinner out — effortlessly. Our price range here is for everyone’s pocketbook.”

The store carries beautiful accessories, jewelry and handbags, starting at $30. “Our girl can also find an amazing imported lambskin leather jacket for $500,” Onofrietto added. “The variety is endless. She’s The One is a true ‘crossover’ boutique.”

By that, she means any generation can find something that they will fall in love with.

*We also offer one-on-one personalized styling in-store if needed, or by appointment,” Onofrietto said.

Marketplace at Wycliffe

4095 State Road 7, Suite R

Lake Worth, FL 33449

(561) 965-3111

 

 

The Red Balloon Current Trends To Designer Labels

 

The Red Balloon sells fashion accessories and clothing items for as little as one-sixth their original price. From size 00 to petites to curvy plus sizes, there’s an ever-changing mix of like-new to mint condition casual wear, workout wear and career wear, on up to cocktail and evening wear.

In business for 42 years at the West Palm Beach location, and 10 years at the Wellington location, the two outlets feature current trends to high-end designer labels and styles with a splash of on-trend vintage and designer vintage for true fashionistas. “We’re just a mom-and-pop, locally owned consignment store, where we don’t even make all the money that is sold every day,” owner Pat Snayd explained. “We do it because we really appreciate our loyal shoppers and consignors and love to give back as we can to them.”

The store is seasonal and follows the fashion cycle seasons. “Yes, even in Florida, we want change. Spring is February to April, summer is May through August or September, fall is October and November, and winter is December and January,” Snayd said. “Our vibe is a friendly, modern, clean, fashion-first, resale-rocks shopping experience. We have amazing staff if you’d like someone to help. If you just like to get lost in resale-therapy, we have plenty of space and items to allow for that.”

The Red Balloon takes in hundreds of items daily, Monday through Friday and gets them out onto the floor quickly. “Our price ranges are very reasonable. We are typically one-fifth to one-sixth of retail, depending on various details,” Snayd said. “Items still selling new in stores may be priced about one-half to one-third of retail. You can find a cute, trendy top for $4.99 to $13.99 or a sought-after designer top for $24.99 to $49.99.”

The store is a must stop for favorite accessories. “We get tons of handbags, both regular trend to high-end,” Snayd said.

Follow the Red Balloon on Instagram to be the first to see new designer items that are coming in daily. “First picks and designer items are in their own department, which is about one-quarter of our store,” she said. “The whole store is kept neat, clean and tidy.”

Customers can hold items in store or on social media. There is also a loyalty program, fun and innovative sales and in-store promotions and giveaways.

 

9120 Forest Hill Blvd.
Wellington, FL 33414
(561) 333-2515
www.shopredballoon.com

 

As you can see, Wellington’s style bar has been set high for the upcoming season. So, be sure to visit these local fashion leaders and get yourself ready for all the fun times ahead!

Pilates Rocks Celebrates A Decade Of Keeping Wellington Residents Fit Balance Flexibility

There are many ways to get fit and stay active in Wellington. If you are inspired to perspire, popular outlets for an active lifestyle include walking, running, biking, swimming, tennis, golf, playing team sports or horseback riding. If you’re looking for something more unique, add Pilates to your list of fitness activities because Pilates complements every activity in your life.

Pilates Rocks, located at 3460 Fairlane Farms Road, has been providing this unique exercise and fitness routine to residents of Wellington and beyond for the past 10 years.

Under the leadership and direction of co-owners Elissa Salzman and Laura Minucci, it has been a great first decade for Pilates Rocks with another exciting, perspiration-filled, calorie-burning, core-building decade to come.

The co-owners come from different backgrounds. Salzman is a longtime equestrian, while Minucci is a trained physical therapist.

Prominent professional athletes in all sports are now doing Pilates, Salzman noted. Among them are global soccer legend David Beckham and NBA superstar LeBron James. Locally, a large number of people involved in Wellington’s world-class equestrian scene are active members at Pilates Rocks.

“Our membership includes so many jumpers and a large number of dressage riders,” Salzman said.

Minucci added that veterinarians, groomers, trainers and horse owners also enjoy their Pilates classes. “Once the word spreads around a barn about Pilates, everybody decides to do it,” she said.

As a way of commemorating its first 10 years, Pilates Rocks sponsored two Grand Prix jumping events in Wellington on Nov. 15 and Nov. 17. “It’s the right thing to do since the equestrian industry is an important part of our business,” Salzman said.

What’s so appealing about Pilates is that it works on and improves many parts of your body — your back, knees, shoulders, arms and especially your core. 

“Every type of movement comes from the core. In Pilates, we want you to feel as if your belly button is kissing your spine,” Salzman explained. “With Pilates, you will improve your core, as well as your balance, flexibility, strength and awareness. Pilates also helps your breathing.”

How does Pilates improve your awareness? “It shows you where parts of your body are moving from when you exercise,” said Salzman, a New York City native who has lived in Wellington for the past 12 years.

Pilates is just as much a mental exercise as it is a physical workout.

“You have to concentrate and think at Pilates,” Salzman said.

There are generally two types of Pilates — classical and contemporary. At Pilates Rocks, they include the attractive elements of both versions.

“We have stayed true to the Pilates principles, but we continue to add new, modern equipment to our studios,” Minucci emphasized.

Back in 2009, Pilates Rocks had one studio. In 2013, the business expanded by adding a second studio, which was necessary to accommodate high demand.

Another benefit of Pilates is that it helps with bone density. “With Pilates, my bone density gets better every year,” said Salzman, now 74 years old.

This is especially important for equestrian jumpers when their bodies are constantly moving on the back of a horse as it leaps over one obstacle after another.

Some of the well-known equestrians who have spent time at Pilates Rocks are jumpers Laura Kraut, Lauren Hough, Chris McCrea, Eric Lamaze and Andrew Bourns, as well as dressage riders Susie Dutta, Ashley Holzer and Todd Flettrich.

Membership at Pilates Rocks numbers roughly 200 people. The ages of members range from 15 to 85. While many members are female, Salzman noted that Pilates is becoming more appealing to men.

“The number of our male members is picking up, especially from the equestrian sports,” Salzman said.

One key aspect of Pilates Rocks is that it caters to the needs and demands of its members.

“We are open seven days a week,” Salzman said. “We open as early as 6 a.m., and we try to head home by 8:30 p.m. Though, we will stay open later if we need to accommodate a specific client.”

Some members are enrolled in group classes and some prefer private one-on-one sessions. The group classes feature no more than eight participants. With the private sessions, it allows instructors to focus on one specific part of a client’s body. Some members do both group and private sessions.

“We have three or four group classes every day, but we conduct private sessions every day, throughout the day,” Minucci said.

Two of the original members of Pilates Rocks — Barbara Cherry and Holly Lichtenfeld — are as actively involved now as they were 10 years ago.

“I do Pilates because it’s fun,” Cherry said. “I’m also fitter and happier. I do go to the gym twice a week, but it’s a different workout at Pilates Rocks.”

“I like the variety of the workouts,” added Lichtenfeld, who attends group classes at least three times a week.

Lichtenfeld said that Pilates has improved her health.

“Years ago, I injured my back while picking up my kids,” she said. “Doing Pilates has healed my back and avoided trips to a physical therapist or a chiropractor.”

Without a doubt, the atmosphere at Pilates Rocks is forever positive.

“We have a good vibe here. We have a good time,” Salzman said.

The principles of Pilates were developed nearly a century ago by Joseph Pilates. The owners of Pilates Rocks believe that if he were still alive today, he would be pleased.

“He would be very proud of our studio and what we do,” Minucci said.

Pilates Rocks is located at 3460 Fairlane Farms Road, Suite 12, in Wellington. For more info., e-mail info@pilatesrocks.com, call (561) 204-3185 or visit www.pilatesrocks.com.

Urban Air Adventure Park Offers Great Entertainment For The Whole Family Indoor Fun

Families face many challenges when it comes to finding activities everyone can enjoy while getting some good, old-fashioned exercise. How does exercise compete with the digital distractions of games and streaming content, especially on oppressively hot days or when it is raining? The new Urban Air Adventure Park offers a solution right here in Wellington.

“I was introduced to Urban Air as a concept out of the Texas area, and I watched how they grew to become one of the more successful franchise opportunities in the country,” owner Bobby Kreusler said. “I loved the idea of what it was about — promoting family entertainment.”

Kreusler did extensive research into the brand, but what convinced him that this was the right local venture were conversations with people he knew personally.

“I asked about what families do with their kids for fun, and there was a common problem — not a lot of places to take the kids when it is raining or too hot,” he explained.

Urban Air offers a new option. “I watched people having fun with their kids,” Kreusler said. “I thought it was unique that mom and dad very often went out on the trampolines or did the warrior course. I really liked that and thought there was a need in this area.”

Kreusler is a native to the Palm Beach area, and he found the perfect location for his indoor park near the Mall at Wellington Green. It is surprisingly difficult to find spaces that fit the need for 30,000 square feet and 22-foot ceilings.

“It was really the perfect storm of opportunity. Factor in the strong community of families and schools in the surrounding area, and it seemed like the perfect spot to me,” he said. “We’ve been extremely pleased with the support from the community and from the turnout of our guests.”

Urban Air opened in April and has since started offering a new membership program through the franchise. For as little as $10 a month per person, guests can obtain unlimited access to the facility.

“The platinum package is a tremendous deal for families,” said Kreusler, who explained that guests can get full access to all attractions for an entire month for less than the cost of a two-hour visit. “We are known for parties, but also healthy, physical fitness.”

Kreusler also finds that the park offers a great way for families to play together in a way that works for their schedule.

“If the kids are playing on a soccer team, the parents very often can’t participate, whereas here, they can go around and do everything together as a family unit,” he said. “And they don’t have to wait around for a 6 p.m. game.”

A lifelong love of sports led Kreusler into the industry as an attorney, often representing entertainers, musicians and athletes, including many golfers on the PGA Tour. Sports aside, Urban Air is designed to be fun for all groups, not just families with kids.

“We do school field trips, spirit nights and special events for charitable corporations. Corporations can come to us for unique team-building events,” he said. “We are geared for people from all backgrounds.”

With 14 different attractions to choose from, kids and adults of all ages and abilities will find something they love. Urban Air is far more than just another trampoline park or indoor bounce house.

“I think the sky coaster is a really cool option — to be able to fly around indoors in your own little personal coaster is very cool,” Kreusler said. “But I love dodgeball. I’m competitive, and it’s fun to get in there. I’ve seen people do all different variations, like parents versus kids, and I can tell you after 10 minutes of bouncing around, you are absolutely exhausted. I don’t know how the kids do it.”

The adventure park also offers a ropes course, slam ball, a warrior course, the Pro Zone, virtual reality and a unique attraction called the Wipe Out.

“No one has that kind of diversity and selection amongst attractions,” Kreusler said. “We also have a full café with food, and beer and wine for the adults. We have televisions and places for adults to sit and relax, too.”

The facility is open seven days a week. Operating hours are Monday through Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m.; Friday, noon to 11 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Urban Air Adventure Park is located in the Shoppes at Wellington Green at 10560 W. Forest Hill Blvd. For more information about activities, memberships and packages, visit www.urbanairwellington.com or call (561) 408-0809.

2020 Great Charity Challenge, Presented By Fidelity Investments, Focuses On Partnerships Feb. 1

With a growing national and global sense that partnerships are at the core of progress and impact, the Great Charity Challenge, presented by Fidelity Investments, will once again sharpen the focus on the power of united communities when it returns on Feb. 1, 2020 to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center.

Having distributed $13.5 million to more than 240 Palm Beach County nonprofit organizations to date, the exciting event hinges on the generous support of the equestrian community and local business partners.

Through an open application process, the GCC encourages all Palm Beach County-based charities to apply to participate in the event’s 11th edition through Nov. 15. Following a thorough vetting process in partnership with Bank of America, the drawing of the first 24 charities will take place throughout Palm Beach County the first week of December. All selections will be posted live online through the GCC’s social media platforms.

The fortunate selectees will meet their randomly paired equestrian teams on Saturday, Feb. 1 to receive a share of the more than $1 million purse. The winning team’s nonprofit will receive $150,000, while all pre-selected participants are guaranteed a minimum grant of $15,000.

Founded in 2010 by Paige Bellissimo and Equestrian Sport Productions, the GCC has maintained its values of professionalism by being “impact-driven.” Transparency guarantees impartiality with its public lottery-style selection process, while 100 percent of the money raised gets distributed to local nonprofits.

Over the last five years, the relay-style show jumping competition has brought team spirit to a new level by incorporating themes into each yearly celebration. With riders dressed up in costumes and horses adorned to match them, this year’s theme of “Broadway Musicals” will pay recognition to the wisdom commonly found in these plays. From “You can change the world if you change your mind” (Kinky Boots) to “Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise!” (Les Misérables) and “If you stand for nothing Burr, what will you fall for?” (Hamilton), all who attend the event will leave inspired to foster the change they wish to see in their own back yards.

“With Equestrian Sport Productions’ full support by covering 100 percent of the costs associated with hosting the GCC, to the generous donors who join in our mission to create a positive impact locally, the riders who donate their talents and horses for the evening, and all the way to the amazing nonprofits who work tirelessly to better Palm Beach County, the event is truly a showcase of the power of partnerships,” GCC Executive Director Anne Caroline Valtin said.

The GCC competition during the 2020 Winter Equestrian Festival at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center will offer free general admission and will be held Saturday, Feb. 1 starting at 6 p.m. Free parking will be located at 13500 South Shore Blvd. in Wellington at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival show grounds.

For the latest event information, application process and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.greatcharitychallenge.com and follow the event on Facebook and Instagram at @greatcharitychallenge.

International Polo Club Palm Beach Looks Forward To A Competitive 2020 Season

Another world-class season of polo is about to return to the grounds of the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington.

Beginning Sunday, Dec. 29 and continuing through Sunday, April 19, the 2020 season will welcome the best players and ponies from around the world to compete in the elite 18-goal and 22-goal tournaments.

The iconic venue spreads over 250 acres with seven state-of-the-art fields, a newly constructed polo arena, a spectator-friendly stadium and 7,000 square feet of indoor event space.

Based in the heart of Wellington, IPC offers both new and lifelong polo fans plenty of opportunities to enjoy the sport of kings. Each week, spectators are invited to attend the various matches held across the property with casual tailgating. On Sundays, guests can enjoy the exciting feature game on the U.S. Polo Assn. Field with even more hospitality options, including stadium seats, premium box seating, tailgates and field-side tables in the Veuve Clicquot Pavilion.

An impressive social scene and lavish brunch can always be found in the Veuve Clicquot Pavilion prior to the start of the traditional 3 p.m. match. Also returning this winter is the luxurious Celebrity Cruises Polo Lounge featuring all the VIP perks guests would expect to experience at a polo event. The enjoyable atmosphere, coupled with a perfect field-side view, makes the Pavilion and the VIP Polo Lounge two of the most enviable tickets during the winter season.

New this season include enhanced food and beverage options for all spectators and family-friendly ticket pricing. Lower-level sections in the stadium will now start at just $20 with an up close and personal view of the intense match taking place. Additionally, delicious new signature cocktails will be available for guests seated in the stadium and in general admission zones.

The 2020 season will feature an extensive competition calendar with three 18-goal tournaments and three 22-goal tournaments over the course of four months. The Herbie Pennell Cup will kick off the schedule on Dec. 29, followed by the Joe Barry Cup from Jan. 1 through Jan. 12. The Ylvisaker Cup tournament will take place next, from Jan. 11 through Feb. 2, concluding the 18-goal series. The decision to lower the tournaments from 20 goals to 18 goals was made so more teams and rising players could participate in the winter season.

The launch of the 22-goal Gauntlet of Polo series begins with the C.V. Whitney Cup tournament on Feb. 1 and continues with the start of the USPA Gold Cup tournament on Feb. 22 and the U.S. Open Polo Championship tournament on March 21. For the second year in a row, IPC will host the U.S. Open Women’s Polo Championship Final on Saturday, March 21 on the U.S. Polo Assn. Field 1 to benefit Susan G. Komen.

In its inaugural year, the Gauntlet of Polo sequence brought in a record number of participating teams to vie for the coveted $1 million prize and ultimate victory of three tournament wins. The Pilot Polo Team, led by Curtis Pilot, mastered the triple champion title, claiming each 22-goal tournament and, therefore, obtaining the coveted Gauntlet trophy.

“We’re very excited to welcome back the 22-goal tournaments. Last year, some of the best polo I’ve seen in years was played in these matches,” IPC’s Director of Polo Operations Jimmy Newman said. “The players were very competitive, and I think we’ll see that again in this season’s Gauntlet series.”

Also returning for the 2020 season is the International Polo School at IPC. Now in its third year, the school allows new fans of all ages to learn the rules of the game first-hand with individual lessons, simulation training and team practices. The USPA-certified instructors are currently booking daily lessons and looking for individuals to fill the amateur-friendly low-goal league. For more information on lessons and the league, contact Gates Gridley at jgridley@equestriansport.com or (203) 232-6935.

In addition to world-class polo, IPC is becoming a hotspot for other popular field sports and special events. This November, the IWLCA Presidents Cup, the world’s largest female lacrosse tournament, will be held at IPC. This event alone will welcome up to 400 high school teams totaling to 7,000 female athletes. Back in 2017, the Florida Sports Foundation named IPC the Large Market Sports Venue of the Year, after it held several rugby, football and field hockey tournaments. Brides have also turned their sights on the fields of IPC, booking their fall, spring and summer weddings in the Pavilion or right on the main field.

“We’ve definitely seen a rise in our event reservations over the last year,” IPC’s Vice President of Event Operations Vaneli Bojkova said. “IPC is such a unique venue that has those picturesque backdrops and exclusive experiences that brides are really seeking out these days to make their wedding different from others.”

The polo club offers an extensive list of services and floor spaces for events of all sizes and styles and is now booking for 2020 and 2021.

The International Polo Club Palm Beach is located at 3667 120th Avenue South in Wellington. To learn more, visit www.internationalpoloclub.com.

International Polo Club 2020 Sunday Polo Schedule

December 29

Herbie Pennell Final (18 goal)

 

January 5

 Joe Barry Cup (18 goal)

 

January 12

Joe Barry Cup Final (18 goal)

 

January 19

Ylvisaker Cup (18 goal)

 

January 26

Ylvisaker Cup (18 goal)

 

February 2

Ylvisaker Cup Final (18 goal)

 

February 9

 C.V. Whitney Cup (22 goal)

 

February 16

 C.V. Whitney Cup (22 goal)

 

February 23

 C.V. Whitney Cup Final (22 goal)

 

March 1

 USPA Gold Cup (22 goal)

 

March 8

 USPA Gold Cup (22 goal)

 

March 15

USPA Gold Cup (22 goal)

 

March 21

U.S. Open Women’s Polo 

Championship Final (22 goal)

Saturday Afternoon Game

 

March 22

 USPA Gold Cup Final (22 goal)

 

March 29

 U.S. Open Polo Championship 

(22 goal)

 

April 5

 U.S. Open Polo Championship 

(22 goal)

 

April 12

U.S. Open Polo Championship

(22 goal)

 

April 19

U.S. Open Polo Championship Final (22 goal)
The International Polo Club Palm Beach is located at 3667 120th Avenue South in Wellington.

For ticket information, visit www.internationalpoloclub.com/sundaytickets.

Tentative schedule, subject to change. Sponsors listed at time of print.

2020 Winter Equestrian Festival Highlights World Class Competition At PBIEC

With the 2020 Winter Equestrian Festival on the horizon, Equestrian Sport Productions is ready to welcome the 41st annual show series to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington.

Notably the longest-running equestrian sport circuit in the world, WEF 2020 will feature 12 weeks of world-renowned hunter, jumper and equitation competition. The festival will begin on Wednesday, Jan. 8 and continue through Sunday, March 29.

“This will be an outstanding winter season,” said Michael Stone, president of Equestrian Sport Productions, which produces WEF and manages the PBIEC show grounds. “With the 2020 Olympic Games on the horizon, we are once again welcoming athletes from around the globe to the WEF stage. This circuit will surely be a great opportunity for them to test their skills with the best of the best.”

WEF 2020 is preparing to host 11 weeks of FEI-sanctioned competition out of 12 total weeks of competition, which is the highest caliber of show jumping in the sport. Many world-ranked and established athletes participate each year, making WEF, and Wellington, a hub for the most talented equestrians in the world.

“The circuit is always a valuable one. It’s a good start to the year to have our students and all of our horses together,” explained two-time Olympic team gold medalist and longtime WEF competitor Beezie Madden. “My horses are going to have a nice vacation in the fall, and then we will get them started up in Florida again. We have a nice farm [in Wellington] that belongs to [Abigail] Wexner, and it’s always a great place to be and to train.”

The return of WEF also means the return of the popular Saturday Night Lights series, which is free and open to the public. The events offer a cornucopia of entertainment for the entire family, including face painting, live music, food, carousel rides, a petting zoo, pony rides and more. Each Saturday night features the highlight class of the week, regularly including Olympians and the stars of show jumping.

The season begins with national level competition for hunters, jumpers and equitation riders. The crowd-favorite Battle of the Sexes competition returns on Saturday, Jan. 11, pitting a team of male riders and a team of female riders against one another. After completing several variations of jumping relays and competitions, one team will reign supreme.

WEF 2 (Jan. 15-19) features a CSI 2* competition, while WEF weeks 3 (Jan. 22-26), 6 (Feb. 12-16) and 10 (March 11-15) will host CSI 3* competition. CSI 4* competition will take place during WEF weeks 4 (Jan. 29 – Feb. 2) and 11 (March 18-22). Week 8 (Feb. 26 – March 1) will once again welcome the lively CSIO 4*, and Saturday night will host the historic Nations Cup, where teams of three or four riders represent their countries in a thrilling display of athletics that entertain the masses. The impeccable grass Derby Field at Equestrian Village, a horse and rider favorite, will see action this year during weeks 4, 6, 9 and 11.

The 2020 Great Charity Challenge, presented by Fidelity Investments, will be held during the fourth week of the Winter Equestrian Festival on Saturday, Feb. 1. GCC is a relay-style equestrian jumping competition with teams consisting of two junior/amateur riders combined with one Olympic or world-class rider. The 34 rider teams are randomly paired with 34 charities that serve Palm Beach County. The GCC has distributed more than $13.5 million to 240 local Palm Beach charities and nonprofit organizations since its inception a decade ago.

Hunter competition will also take place throughout the 12-week span, and welcomes back WCHR week, a favorite among the hunter community, during WEF 6 (Feb. 12-16). The season will continue to feature international hunter derby competitions, along with top equitation and hunter classes offered for children, juniors and adults of all levels.

The 2020 season is set to include four weeks of CSI 5* competition. The CSI 5* Grand Prix competitions will be hosted on Feb. 8, Feb. 22, March 7 and March 28. Riders will go head-to-head in the two-round format, concluding with an invigorating jump-off against the clock to determine the ultimate winner.

Originally incorporated during the 2017 season, each CSI 5* competition will also have a CSI 2* competition running parallel, and the grand finale, the $500,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5*, will be held during WEF 12, wrapping the circuit up with the most anticipated class of the season.

The festival will see thousands of horses competing throughout the winter circuit, and the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center looks forward to welcoming competitors back for an exciting winter season.

“Each year, we see the numbers flourish, welcoming new competitors, strengthening the circuit and solidifying the Winter Equestrian Festival as one of the most prestigious competitions in the world,” Stone said.

More schedule announcements for the 2020 Winter Equestrian Festival will be released soon. For more information, visit www.pbiec.com.

Palm Beach International Equestrian Center 2020 Winter Equestrian Festival Highlights

WEF 1 “AA” — January 8-12

Saturday Night Lights – $75,000 “Battle of the Sexes”

Sunday – $75,000 Grand Prix

 

WEF 2 CSI 2* “AA” — January 15-19

Saturday Night Lights – $72,000 Grand Prix CSI 2*

Sunday – $25,000 Under 25 Grand Prix, $36,000 1.50m Jumper Classic

 

WEF 3 CSI 3* “AA” — January 22-26

Saturday Night Lights – $134,000 Grand Prix CSI 3*

 

WEF 4 CSI 4* “AA” — January 29 – February 2

Friday Night Stars – $25,000 Under 25 Grand Prix Team Event 

(AGDF Show Grounds, Global Arena)

Saturday – $209,000 Grand Prix CSI 4* (AGDF Stadium, Derby Field)

Saturday Night Lights – 11th annual Great Charity Challenge, 

presented by Fidelity Investments (WEF Show Grounds, International Arena)

 

WEF 5 CSI 5* and CSI 2* “AA” — February 5-9

Saturday Night Lights – $391,000 Grand Prix CSI 5*

Sunday – $72,000 1.50m Jumper Classic and $50,000 Grand Prix CSI 2*

 

WEF 6 World Champion Hunter Rider Week

CSI 3* “AA” — February 12-16

Friday Night Stars – $134,000 Grand Prix CSI 3* (AGDF Show Grounds, Global Arena)

Saturday – $36,000 1.50m Jumper Classic (AGDF Show Grounds, Derby Field)

Saturday Night Lights – $100,000 USHJA/WCHR Peter Wetherill

Palm Beach Hunter Spectacular (WEF Show Grounds, International Arena)

Sunday – $25,000 Under 25 Grand Prix and $25,000 National Grand Prix

(AGDF Show Grounds, Derby Field)

 

WEF 7 CSI 5* and CSI 2* “AA” Five Star Week — February 19-23

Saturday Night Lights – $391,000 Grand Prix CSI 5*

Sunday – $72,000 1.50M Jumper Classic and $50,000 Grand Prix CSI 2*

WEF 8 CSIO 4* “AA” Nations Cup Week — February 26 – March 1

Thursday Evening – WEF Sport Horse Auction (AGDF Show Grounds, Global Arena)

Friday Evening – $36,000 Under 25 Grand Prix Semifinal

Saturday Night Lights – $150,000 Nations Cup CSIO 4*

Sunday – $209,000 Grand Prix CSIO 4*

 

WEF 9 CSI 5* and CSI 2* “AA” — March 4-8

Friday – Pony Hunter Derby (AGDF Show Grounds, Derby Field)

Saturday Night Lights – $391,000 Grand Prix CSI 5*

Sunday – $72,000 1.50M Jumper Classic and $50,000 Grand Prix CSI 2*

 

WEF 10 CSI 3* “AA” — March 11-15

Saturday Night Lights – $134,000 Grand Prix CSI 3*

 

WEF 11 CSI 4* “AA” — March 18-22

Friday – Developing Jumper Classics (WEF Show Grounds, International Arena)

Saturday – $209,000 Grand Prix CSI 4* (AGDF Show Grounds, Derby Field)

Saturday Night Lights – $134,000 1.50m Jumper Classic Series Final

(WEF Show Grounds, International Arena)

Sunday – $50,000 Under 25 Grand Prix Final (AGDF Show Grounds, Derby Field)

 

WEF 12 Rolex CSI 5* and CSI 2* “AA” — March 25-29

Saturday – $50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby (AGDF Show Grounds, Derby Field)

Saturday Night Lights – $500,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI 5*

Sunday – $50,000 Grand Prix CSI 2* and $50,000 National Grand Prix

(WEF Show Grounds, International Arena)

 

Palm Beach International Equestrian Center Main Grounds

3400 Equestrian Club Drive, Wellington, FL 33414

 

Equestrian Village at PBIEC (AGDF Show Grounds)

13500 South Shore Blvd., Wellington, FL 33414

 

For more information, call (561) 793-JUMP or visit www.pbiec.com.

WEF general admission free, parking $20/car Saturday nights.

AGDF 2020 Welcomes Star-Studded Lineup To Equestrian Village

With the winter season rapidly approaching, fans and competitors are marking their calendars for the ninth annual Adequan Global Dressage Festival (AGDF), returning to Equestrian Village at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington from Jan. 8 through March 29, 2020.

As the largest and longest-running dressage circuit in the world, the AGDF welcomes equestrians from all over the globe to compete across a 10-week schedule of events, offering international and national level showing opportunities for dressage professionals and amateurs alike.

“We are delighted to welcome dressage enthusiasts back for another year of top competition,” AGDF Director of Sport Thomas Baur said. “This season is imperative, as it delivers opportunities for competitors seeking out World Cup qualification, as well as Olympic and Paralympic preparation. This year, the CDI 5* serves as a mandatory outing for the U.S. Dressage riders striving for team placement; a group of Japanese competitors will make the journey to work toward Tokyo 2020; and a CDI-W has been added into the last week of competition as a final opportunity for riders contending for FEI World Cup Finals. The 2020 AGDF will also strategically host two CPEDIs in January, as a way to accommodate athletes looking to achieve scores before Paralympic qualification ends.”

The AGDF season serves as a strong competition scene for riders seeking to gain more experience with their mounts, Baur explained, and 2019 Pan American Games team silver medalist Jennifer Baumert credited the show for allowing her to do just that in years past.

“AGDF is one of my favorite horse shows,” Baumert said. “As a true pinnacle of dressage in the United States, the people, the atmosphere, the international flair all make it an incredible place to bring your horses to prepare them.”

She is enthusiastic regarding how much the sport of dressage has grown in recent years, with Wellington at the forefront.

“I think it’s incredibly beneficial to have this circuit,” Baumert said. “It has really put the U.S. on that international stage. The fact that we can attract so many riders from other nations is a major accomplishment and a big deal for our sport.”

The incoming lineup features four CDI-Ws, one CDI 4* and CDI 5*, as well as a CDIO 3* and two CPEDI competitions. The invigorating Friday Night Stars series will return as a season staple, highlighting the iconic FEI Grand Prix Freestyle, and national classes will run parallel to international competition throughout all 10 weeks.

The inaugural Lövsta Future Challenge for Young Grand Prix Horses (8- to 10-year-olds) will kick off this year, serving as the next step for horses returning after 2019’s Prix St. Georges Future Challenge, and eDressage will also make its debut in the national and CPEDI arenas this year.

The 2020 season kicks off Jan. 8-12, featuring the first of four CDI-W competitions, as well as the first CPEDI 3* and national show of the season. AGDF 3 will follow (Jan. 22-26) with the same schedule, welcoming CDI-W, CPEDI 3* and national competitors to the arenas at Equestrian Village.

The circuit resumes for AGDF 5 (Feb. 5-9) and will host its third CDI-W of the year, as well as continued national events in the rings adjoining the Global Arena. AGDF 6 (Feb. 12-16) hosts national competition.

AGDF 7 (Feb. 19-23) promises a star-studded spectacular, as competitors from all over the globe go head-to-head competing at the highest caliber in the CDI 5*. The CDI 4* and national levels promise another competitive week during AGDF 8 (Feb. 26 – March 1).

The popular Challenge of the Americas takes center stage for AGDF 9 (March 4-8), and international competition resumes on March 11 with AGDF 10, a national show, and the CDIO3*. Week 11 (March 18-22) welcomes more national competitors to PBIEC.

The finale of the AGDF season will feature the final CDI-W of the 2020 season, and the last chance for riders to achieve qualification for the FEI Dressage World Cup Final, which will be held in conjunction with the Jumping World Cup Final in Las Vegas in April.

“We are grateful to have been on this journey from its inception,” said Allyn Mann, director of strategic partnerships at American Regent Animal Health (formerly Luitpold Pharmaceuticals), makers of Adequan i.m. (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan), the title sponsor of the Adequan Global Dressage Festival. “It is nice to see that AGDF continues to attract a varied audience of riders and horses, giving everyone the chance to ride down the center line. We wish everyone continued success.”

The Palm Beach International Equestrian Center’s Equestrian Village site is located at 13500 South Shore Blvd. in Wellington. For more information about the 2020 Adequan Global Dressage Festival, visit www.globaldressagefestival.com.

Adequan Global Dressage Festival 2020 event Highlights

January 8-12 — AGDF 1

Friday Night Stars – Grand Prix Freestyle CDI-W

Saturday Night Under the Lights –

Para-Dressage CPEDI3* Freestyle

 

January 22-26 — AGDF 3

Friday Night Stars – Grand Prix Freestyle CDI-W

Saturday Night Under the Lights –

Para-Dressage CPEDI3* Freestyle

 

February 5-9 — AGDF 5

Friday Night Stars – Grand Prix Freestyle CDI-W

 

February 12-16 — AGDF 6

National Show

 

February 19-23 — AGDF 7

FIVE STAR WEEK

Friday Night Stars – Grand Prix Freestyle CDI 5*

 

February 26 – March 1 — AGDF 8

PALM BEACH DRESSAGE DERBY

2020 Florida International Youth Dressage Championships

Friday Night Stars – Grand Prix Freestyle CDI 4*

March 4-8 — AGDF 9

National Show

Friday Night Stars – Challenge of the Americas

 

March 11-15 — AGDF 10

NATIONS CUP WEEK

Friday Night Stars – Grand Prix Freestyle CDIO3*

Sunday Night – American Equestrians Got Talent

 

March 18-22 — AGDF 11

National Show

 

March 25-29 — AGDF 12

Friday Night Stars – Grand Prix Freestyle CDI-W

 

The AGDF Show Grounds are located at Equestrian Village at PBIEC

13500 South Shore Blvd., Wellington, FL 33414

AGDF general admission is free.

Parking is $10/car on Friday nights.

 

For more information, call (561) 793-JUMP 

visit www.globaldressagefestival.com.

Jumping Star Beezie Madden Has Big Goals For The 2020 Season

Elizabeth “Beezie” Madden is an icon in the world of equestrian sports. Her accomplishments include being an Olympic gold medalist, the first woman to cross the $1 million mark in earnings for show jumping and the only four-time USEF Equestrian of the Year.

Competitions take her and husband John Madden to horse shows around the world. During the winter season, that puts her here in Wellington. She welcomes the chance to spend time in the “Winter Equestrian Capital of the World.”

“I think we do travel so much, that the time we spend is Wellington is the most time we spend anywhere during the year,” Madden said. “While we don’t have a house there, it’s a little like being home. My parents live there year-round now, so I get to spend some time with them.”

After medaling in the 2004 (gold), 2008 (gold and bronze) and 2016 (silver) Olympic Games, Madden’s top goal for the upcoming season will be securing her spot on Team USA for the 2020 games in Tokyo.

“With it being an Olympic year, that’s our biggest goal,” she said. “We don’t know what the observation events are exactly yet, but I aim to have two or three horses that have the opportunity to compete in those events. I’m pretty close to qualifying for the World Cup Finals too, so I’d like to finish that off, so I have that option to compete.”

Each country has its own criteria for selecting Olympians to compete, and while Madden feels confident that she’ll be able to make the U.S. short list, she is careful not to make assumptions about her placement on the team. Just because she won medals in the past is no guarantee of future success. After all, America is home to many of the world’s top riders.

“We have a complicated system. The final short list of about 10 riders is based on their performance in observation events,” she said. “I have to prove myself in good form in the spring, but we don’t know which ones are observation events yet.”

She also enjoys participating in the Nations Cup events and thrives on the classical competitions even more so than special-themed events.

“Any Saturday night Grand Prix is always good to see,” she said. “I think spectators love the Great Charity Challenge and the Battle of the Sexes — they seem to pour in for that. However, I prefer the classical Nations Cup competitions.”

This year, Madden is competing with both seasoned horses and some that perhaps her fans have not seen compete yet.

“I have Garant this year. He is an eight-year-old just starting to do Grand Prix,” she said. “He’s already done two this year, but he hasn’t done one in Florida. Maybe he will make his first five-star debut in Wellington.”

Other horses Madden expects to bring down to Florida this year include her winning horse Breitling LS, who has seen great success in Wellington at the Winter Equestrian Festival, the Longines World Cup Qualifier and the Palm Beach Masters Series. She is also bringing seasoned horses Darry Lou, Coach and Chic Hin D Hyrencourt.

Reflecting on her career of accomplishments, winning team events remains a source of personal pride. Whether it is an Olympic team or the world championships, medaling with a team gives her a great feeling. Three of her four Olympic medals have been in team jumping.

That being said, her individual achievements are stunning, such as her performance in the 2018 World Cup Finals in Paris with Breitling.

“I didn’t go in there as a heavy favorite. It was one of those weeks where everything went really well. I won the first day. I won the second day. I had a rail to spare going into the final round,” she said. “I went in leading and went on to win the last day. Everything went so smoothly.”

The success Madden has seen comes only with dedication and hard work. Her days start early and often run long into the night during competitions.

“We’re morning people anyway, but the day starts at dawn. We’re getting on the first horse in the morning at 6:30 a.m., and it’s long hours, especially on show days,” Madden said. “On a non-show day, we try to get everything wrapped up by 2 p.m. or so, but it’s riding, teaching and sometimes meetings to organize for the next week or month.”

Training in Wellington is particularly nice, because Madden’s horse owner Abigail Wexner owns a farm in Grand Prix Village.

“We are lucky. Mrs. Wexner’s farm has 24 stalls — which is room for our horses — and it’s pretty close,” Madden said. “We can walk to the competition rings from there.”

Madden, with her many years of experience, shared some words of wisdom for young or new riders.

“In general, I think it’s really important to ride, but to also be able to teach — that is how I found my owners and sponsors,” she said. “Always remember this, we don’t really have a private world anymore. Anything you do or put out there, you are going to be judged by people. You always want to make a good impression on maybe future employers, future owners or future clients.”

While her fans already know about Madden’s 18 Nations Cup wins, eight World Cup Qualifier wins and being the first woman to win the prestigious King George Gold Cup at Hickstead, there may be some things they don’t know about Madden. Her favorite color, perhaps?

“My favorite color is blue,” she said. “The blue of a first-place ribbon.”

Visit www.johnmaddensales.com to learn more about show jumping star Elizabeth “Beezie” Madden.

A LONG TRADITION OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith Steps Up To Support ‘A Salute To Our Heroes’ Event

The law firm of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith has not only decided to continue its support for the Wellington Community Foundation, but it is now the exclusive Diamond Sponsor of the foundation’s Red, White & Blue Jeans “A Salute to Our Heroes” event on Friday, Nov. 8 at the Wellington National Golf Club.

“The law firm has been a sponsor every year of the Red, White & Blue Jeans event, and we just wanted to increase our support this year,” partner Mickey Smith said. “We, as a firm, have many shared values with the Wellington Community Foundation. We are also community based, like the foundation.”

A true icon in the legal field, the firm has operated in Palm Beach County for 92 years, and the sponsorship of such community-minded events is an important part of what makes LLLS unique.

The Red, White & Blue Jeans “A Salute to Our Heroes” event is also unique. The option to dress-down for a fundraiser is a rare occurrence, and Smith’s team always looks forward to the opportunity to relax and have a little fun.

“We all just enjoy being able to go to an event where you can wear blue jeans. We do sponsor a tremendous amount of activities and organizations, we do get out into the community, but this is the only dinner dance that I’ve ever been to that combines patriotic and casual themes,” Smith said. “I know it’s sometimes nice to get dressed up, but it’s awfully nice on a Friday night, after a long week, to be both relaxed in terms of attire and atmosphere. It’s nice to serve the community without a briefcase.”

The Wellington Community Foundation’s work focuses on helping the most vulnerable and deserving in the community, and Smith feels that mission dovetails with that of his firm.

“We represent people who have been seriously injured or lost a loved one in an accident, and we know both the importance of providing assistance when people are in need and the satisfaction that comes with doing it,” he said.

While the foundation’s programs include helping seniors, children and veterans, the types of programs vary. One of these Smith finds especially moving is the Wellington High School riding program.

“The program is in association with the Village of Wellington and WHS, where kids are sent to Vinceremos for riding therapy. It is incredible,” Smith said. “To see children who in some cases can’t even walk, and then they are put on a horse. After a tour we took one time, I remember on the way back saying we all came here with a lot of problems but left with no problems at all.”

The Diamond Sponsorship includes several premium placement dinner tables, giving the firm quite a few tickets that will reach beyond its own members.

“My partner Joe Landy and his wife have been to every Red, White & Blue Jeans event. We had multiple tables last year, and really, the remainder of our guests will be folks who live here in the community,” Smith said. “We are using it as a way to invite people who may not be familiar with the foundation.”

Support for the Wellington Community Foundation’s work is something LLLS expects to continue in the future.

“Our sponsorship is mostly motivated by the goodness of the organization. We enjoy having a good time, but you couldn’t have an event like this if it didn’t stand for Wellington,” Smith said. “I think this event is a success in that it honors veterans and first responders while raising money to be used right here in the community — and that appeals to us a firm.”

Smith is proud to continue the tradition of support for the Red, White & Blue Jeans event, and he is also extremely proud of the team he works with every day.

“Our firm is a collection of incredibly skilled lawyers who have made their reputation by helping people. We get a vast number of clients through word of mouth and referrals,” Smith said. “That speaks directly to the quality and moral fiber of the firm. People come to us when they are in need and vulnerable, and I believe our reputation is unparalleled.”

To learn more about Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, call (561) 655-2028 or visit www.lesserlawfirm.com.

The celebration will take place on Friday, Nov. 8 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the Wellington National Golf Club, located at 400 Binks Forest Drive.

The evening will include speakers and “A Salute to Our Heroes” in addition to food and music. Attendees will get the chance to honor those who have worked to make a difference in the community. Tickets to the event are $85 per person, with table sponsorships and event sponsorship opportunities still available.

Along with LLLS, Wellington Regional Medical Center and Thomas & Regis Wenham have supported the event as Ruby and Sapphire Sponsors, respectively. Table Sponsors include Jim & Paula Sackett, Dr. & Mrs. Gordon Johnson, Palm Beach Urology Associates, Medicare Maggie, Barry & Phyllis Manning, Barron & Kogan CPAs, First Bank of the Palm Beaches and Dr. Humberto J. Caldera.

For more information about the event, or to RSVP, call the Wellington Community Foundation at (561) 333-9843 or visit www.wellingtoncommunityfoundation.org.