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Friday, November 25, 2011

FESTIVITIES BEGIN TO UNFOLD AT ANN NORTON SCULPTURE GARDENS Designers Unveil Themes for Fifth Annual Festival of Trees






WEST PALM BEACH (November 25, 2011) – It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens with area designers gathering décor and announcing their artistic themes for the fifth annual Festival of Trees. Designers will be on-site decorating trees November 28th through November 30th in preparation for the Magic of the Movies themed event; which commences with its annual gala Friday December 2 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. and continues throughout the weekend and then daily beginning Wednesday, December 7 through Sunday, December 11 from 5:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Various businesses, civic groups and individuals have individually underwritten 33 trees with a universal theme of Magic of the Movies. Mentionable favorites include: Allan Reyes of Allan Reyes Interior Design who is creating The Teahouse of the August Moon for Gunster, Leta Austin Foster and India Foster of Leta Austin Foster & Associates for their beloved movie themed tree, Miracle on 34th Street tree sponsored by Donna Henerson Pfeiffer, Scott Robertson of Scott Robertson Interiors, Inc., for his Pinocchio and Jiminy Cricket tree for AutoCricket which promises to be a favorite for children, the Marie Antoinette tree, by Tom Mathieu & Co., Inc., sponsored by Carroll Carpenter, Tom Mathieu, and Mary Morse, and the Music of the Movies tree, which we know will be a hit by electronic, sound, and animation wizard Kevin Clark of Fusedog Media Group for the Gentlemen of the Garden. Other notable favorites include 101 Dalmatians sponsored by Pattie Enright, Richard Halpern, Dana and Bill Kretschmar, Stephanie and Mark Neary, and Sandy and Barrett Singer and decorated by Gil Walsh Interiors and Ursula Fernandez, and Annie, sponsored by Irene Goodkind, Emmy Wolbach, Deborah Landon, and Dennis O’Kain and decorated by Ted Matz.

In addition, children of all ages will be able to see: Balto, sponsored by Tracy and Matt Smith and decorated by Katherine Shenaman of Katherine Shenaman Interiors, Breakfast at Tiffany's, sponsored by The Palm Beach Post and decorated by Stephen Mooney of Stephen Mooney Interiors. Casablanca sponsored by Jenny Garrigues and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gogel and decorated by Jennifer Garrigues Interior Design, Charlotte's Web sponsored by Cynthia Sulzberger and Steven Green In honor of The Children’s Home Society In Memory of Director Gary Wanick decorated by Joseph Pubillones of Joseph Pubillones Interiors, Finding Nemo, Sponsored by True Rodriguez for her grandchildren True Wickman and Elizabeth and Juan M. Rodriguez, decorated by Chad Renfro of Chad Renfro Design. Gentlemen Prefer Blondes sponsored by Palm Beach Illustrated and decorated by Joseph Pubillones of Joseph Pubillones Interiors, Gigi sponsored by Ashley and Mike Ramos and decorated by Angela Reynolds of Angela Reynolds Designs, Gladiator sponsored by Caroline and Steven Harless of Harless & Associates, CPA’s and decorated by Debora Maale and Angela Wood of Orange Blossoms Florals and Event Styling, It’s A Wonderful Life sponsored by Adele and George Merck and decorated by Austin Hancock of Cary Hancock Designs, Indiana Jones sponsored by Joanne Colt and Dr. Howard Lyboldt and decorated by Brian Burnside of Decorators Resource and Deborah Hildebrandt and Tim Johnson Remodeling, Looney Tunes, sponsored by Robin and Norberto Azqueta and Cynthia Thomas and Bish Malinowski and decorated by Cynthia Thomas of Cynthia Thomas, Inc., Nightmare Before Christmas, sponsored by Jeff Koons and Family, decorated by Caroline Forrest and Rodger G. Chew II of RGC2 Design & Décor, Out of Africa sponsored by Mary Kritikos and decorated by Maisie Grace from Daisies by Design, Pink Panther, sponsored by Karyn and Kevin Lamb and decorated by Patrick Killian of Patrick Killian, Inc., Sandlot sponsored by Lauri and Ronald LaBow and decorated by Robert Giberson of Giberson Design, Inc., Some Like It Hot sponsored by the El Cid Historic Neighborhood Association and decorated by Catherine Stewart of Catherine Stewart Interiors, Star Wars sponsored by Dailey Janssen Architects and Karyn and Roger Janssen and decorated by Melody Smith of Melody Smith Interiors, The King and I sponsored by Meredith and Edward Michener and decorated by Scotty Rawley of White Lotus Collection, The Lion King sponsored by Elizabeth and Matthew Fifield and decorated by Ashley Sharpe of Kemble Interiors and Chad Renfro of Chad Renfro Design, Toy Story sponsored by Mieke van Waveren and decorated by 4th Graders of Rosarian Academy and Evelyn Erickson and Mieke van Waveren, Up sponsored by Millie Dayton and Eric Levine and Héléne and Matthew Lorentzen and Decorated by Debora Maale and Angela Wood of Orange Blossoms Florals and Event Styling, Wall-E Sponsored by Lourdes and Pepé Fanjul In Honor of Glades Academy decorated by Michael Powers of Studio Powers, LLC, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory sponsored by Lisa and Gregory Wilson and decorated by Brandie Herbst of L.Y.F.E. Interiors, and Yellow Submarine sponsored by Kool 105.5 FM, decorated by Veronica Volani-Inza of Smith and Moore Architects, Inc.

“Each year, we have successfully exceeded our goal of presenting trees,” said Cynthia Palmieri, Executive Director of the Ann Norton Sculpture Garden. “With 33 trees this year, we have an array of international, traditional, iconic, and family themed movies represented. There will be more than a few surprises and promise that the Festival of Trees will continue to be a magical experience for the young and the young at heart.”

The event serves as the major fundraising event for the Ann Norton Sculpture Garden and its Community Enrichment Program and will include musical and ballet performances from the Dreyfoos School of Arts, The Palm Beach Principal Players, Palm Beach Atlantic University Stringendo School for Strings, the Palm Beach Day Academy Chorus and the Florida Classical Ballet Theatre.

Family and friends of all ages are invited to participate in the gala with tickets available for $225.00 per adult and $25.00/child and $40.00/nanny. Tickets for members are $175.00. Community Evening Tickets for Adults are $15, Children $5, Children 3 and under free.

Current sponsors and underwriters for the “Magic of the Movies” pre-event and gala include: The Gentleman of the Garden as the Presenting Sponsor, KOOL 105.5 FM, Linda Lane PR & Marketing, Palm Beach Illustrated, The Palm Beach Post, Sandy James Fine Catering, Southern Wine & Spirits, Southgate Design, Sushi Jo, The Breakers Palm Beach, Whole Food Markets, and Zabo Studio.

The 2011 Chairpersons are Karyn Lamb and Mieke Van Waveren, with Joseph Pubillones serving as Design Chair, David Miller as the Holiday House Chairman and Jonathan Cameron-Hayes as Honorary Chairman. Committee members include: Robin Azqueta,

Diana Bell, Rodger G. Chew II, Joanne Colt, Chrissy Colton, Stephania Conrad, Millie Dayton, Sara Donaldson, Pattie Enright, Irene Goodkind, Margaret Horgan, Karyn Janssen, Dana Kretschmar, Karyn Lamb, Sue Levin, Helene Lorentzen, Dr. Howard Lyboldt, Denise McCann, David Miller, Tara Nicoletti, Farley Rentschler, Jennifer Rodriguez, True Rodriguez, Ashley Ramos, Denise Silverman, Sandy Singer, Linda Soper, Tricia Taylor, Mieke Van Waveren, Barbara Wille, and Penny Williams

The Festival of Tree raises money to support the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens and its Community Enrichment Program. The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens’ Community Enrichment Program is designed to provide cultural opportunities to all populations, through innovative programming incorporating the visual arts, environmental awareness, and interpretive history of Ann Weaver Norton.

Special admissions apply during the Festival of Trees. Tickets for the event can be purchased at the door and go to support the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens. For Groups Sales please call 561-832-5328. To learn more on how you can be part of this fundraising event to support the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens please call 561-832-5328 or email annnorton@ansg.org. To view the latest schedule of events at the garden, please visit: www.ansg.org

The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, Inc. is a recognized 501 (c) (3) operating foundation established in 1977 by the prominent sculptor Ann Weaver Norton (1905-1982). The gardens are conveniently located at 253 Barcelona Road, at the corner of Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach, FL. The rare palm and sculpture gardens, exhibition galleries and artist studio are currently open Wednesday-Sunday. 11- 4 p.m.

If you would like more information on this topic or to schedule an interview, please call Linda Soper at (612) 308-4159 or email: linda@lindalanemarketing.com





Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Harless & Associates, CPAs & Peachtree Capital Corporation Kick Off The Season With Open House Celebration


WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (November 22, 2011) – Harless & Associates, CPA’s and Peachtree Capital Corporation celebrated with clients, colleagues and friends with an Open House at their new West Palm Beach office in the Esperante building on Wednesday November 9. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Harless & Associates, CPAs and Peachtree Capital Corporation, opened its second location at 222 Lakeview Avenue this past summer.

Founded in 1987, Harless & Associates is a full-service tax accounting firm specializing in personalized tax services for corporations, executives, small business owners and other professionals. Peachtree Capital Corporation, an affiliate of Harless & Associates is an independent financial planning firm focused on providing clients with customized recommendations and strategies to fit their needs in areas of service including: Financial Planning, Investments, Retirement Planning, Insurance and Estate Planning. Serving South Florida’s bilingual community, the new offices of Harless & Associates and Peachtree Capital Corporation are known for bringing personalized attention to detail and client needs to its clients.

Over 100 people attended the Open House hosted by Caroline and Steve Harless. The evening was officially kicked off with an official ribbon cutting by West Palm Beach Mayor, Jeri Muoio. Also in attendance were Dennis Grady, Bernado and Erica Neto, Christina Vies, Bill and Julia Bigley, Brian Bowles, Robin Sexton, Linda Soper, Chris Cook, J. Russell Green, Jim Murphy, Laurel Baker, Cathy Ballhysa, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Retford, Gary Alpert, Jonathan Knox, Thomas Crawford, Roc Hayslip, Catherine Albelo, and Andre Verona.

“We are extremely honored with the great show of support by everyone throughout the Palm Beaches,” said Caroline Harless, President of Peachtree Capital Corporation. Spouse and Managing Partner of Harless & Associates, Steven Harless adds, “It was a great opportunity to speak to our guests and show those in the community how much we pride ourselves on providing great services as it relates to tax planning, consulting, regulatory representation and tax preparation for our clients.”

Harless & Associates, a company specializing in tax services, led into the incorporation of Peachtree Capital Corporation in 1990 due to client needs in the areas of insurance, financial planning, investment management and securities brokerage.

Harless & Associates specializes in federal, state and local municipality tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, non-profit organizations and estates. The firm also works with foreign tax professionals in preparing any foreign tax filings, and both firms work closely with executors, administrators and estate attorneys to assure that estate tax and related fiduciary returns are prepared accurately and in a timely manner. Harless & Associates and Peachtree Capital Corporation can also assist families and executors in gathering financial records of the decedent, obtaining asset appraisals & valuations as well as assist executors and/or estate attorneys with the daily administrative functions of settling an estate.

Harless & Associates tax professionals are available year-round to answer questions and assist with tax strategy and planning. Each tax professional has a deep knowledge in tax preparation, positioning them advantageously to extend the firm’s footprint in Palm Beach County.

Since their arrival to the Palm Beaches in the summer of 2011, Harless & Associates CPAs and Peachtree Capital Corporation have developed strong community ties and view community involvement as an opportunity to invest in the future. Believing that strong communities translate to strong business and a vibrant quality of life and a passion for the arts, Harless & Associates and Peachtree Capital Corporation have already formed relationships with area non-profits and encourage employees to volunteer for organizations that are meaningful to them. All employees participate in the business community and are active participants in industry associations, local chambers of commerce, Kiwanis, and other business organizations as a way to further the firm’s knowledge about the local community.

About Harless & Associates, CPAs and Peachtree Capital Corporation

Harless & Associates, CPAs was established in 1987 to provide personalized tax services for corporations, executives, small business owners and other professionals. The business came about as a result of tax law changes in 1986. As the accounting firm grew in clients, the firm founded Peachtree Capital Corporation to incorporate additional client needs in the areas of insurance, financial planning, investment management and securities brokerage. The South Florida offices of Harless & Associates and Peachtree Capital Corporation are located at 222 Lakeview Avenue, Suite 1750, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 and can be reached at 561-666-4200 or visited at www.HarlessTax.com.

If you would like more information on this topic or to schedule an interview, please call Linda Soper at (612) 308-4159 or email: linda@lindalanemarketing.com

PALM BEACH ZOO & FLORIDA CRYSTALS CORPORATION HOST CONSERVATION LEADERSHIP LECTURE WITH PATHERA’S DR. HOWARD QUIGLEY “Tigers, Cougars and Jaguars:






WEST PALM BEACH (November 19, 2011) – On Thursday night, November 17, The Palm Beach Zoo hosted its annual Conservation Leadership Lecture at The Breakers Palm Beach. Titled “Tigers, Cougars and Jaguars: Lessons Learned and Getting it Right for Cat Conservation” the lecture featured Dr. Howard Quigley, Executive Director of Panthera’s Jaguar Program. Dr. Quigley spoke on how the organization is successfully implementing conservation strategies for the world's largest and most endangered cats around the globe with the night focusing on its Tigers Forever program. The lecture provided informative information on how Panthera has developed a solid and impressive strategy for creating sustainable tiger landscapes in which local people and the big cats can coexist.

Sponsored by Florida Crystals Corporation, the by invitation event included cocktails and hors’doeuvres, followed by Dr. Quigley’s lecture with coffee and dessert. Guests included several of the Palm Beach Zoo’s Big Cat Society members who are dedicated to conservation and the importance of protecting wildlife and wild places, and encouraging others to do the same.

The Palm Beach Zoo has become a national leader in conservation and endangered species survival and is committed to the highest professional standards of animal care, providing high quality exhibits and facilities that sustain its growing collection of wildlife. The non-profit zoological organization is home to more than 1,400 animals and is nationally accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). For more information on the zoo, please visit www.palmbeachzoo.org.

To learn more about the Palm Beach Zoo’s Big Cat Society and how to become a member, please contact the zoo at 561-533-0887 or email info@palmbeachzoo.com. Funds obtained by the Big Cat Society will support the construction to of a new naturalistic habitat and night facilities for the zoo’s endangered tigers and cubs.

If you would like more information on this topic or to schedule an interview, please call Linda Soper at (612) 308-4159 or email: linda@lindalanemarketing.com

Thursday, November 17, 2011

5TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF TREES “MAGIC OF THE MOVIES” TO BE HELD AT THE ANN NORTON SCULPTURE GARDENS DECEMBER 2-4 & 7-11




WEST PALM BEACH (September 16, 2011) – The Ann Norton Sculpture Garden is pleased to announce its theme for the 5th Annual Festival of Trees. Titled “Magic of the Movies”, each tree is decorated by noted designers around iconic American movies. The event commences on Friday, December 2, 2011 with a gala reception from 6:00 – 9:00 pm, continues throughout the weekend, and then will be on display daily beginning Wednesday, December 7 through Sunday, December 11 from 5:00 – 8:30 p.m. The wonder of the decorated trees, characters in costume, music performances and synchronized light and music show promise to entertain and mesmerize adults as well as children. For more information and for tickets, please visit: www.ansg.org or call: 561-832.5328.

WHAT: 5th Annual Festival of Trees - “Magic of the Movies”

WHEN: Friday, December 2nd Gala Reception – 6:00-9:00pm

Sat. & Sun, December 3rd & 4th Community Days – 5:00-8:30pm

Wed-Sun, December 7th - 11th Community Days – 5:00-8:30pm

WHERE: The Ann Norton Sculpture Garden

253 Barcelona Road

West Palm Beach, FL 33401

COMMITTEE: Co-chairs Karyn G. Lamb, Mieke van Waveren

Decorator Chair: Joseph Pubillones

Holiday Day House Chair: David Miller

COST: Gala Reception Tickets:

Members $175

Non Members $225

Young Guests with Parent $25

Nanny $40

Community Evening Tickets

Adults $15, Children $5, Children 3 and under free.

Sponsors include: The Gentlemen of the Garden, Palm Beach Illustrated, The Palm Beach Post, KOOL 105.5, The Breakers Palm Beach, Zabo Studio, South Gate Design, Linda Lane PR & Marketing, Sandy James Fine Catering, Sushi Joe, Whole Foods, and Southern Wine & Spirits.



Sunday, November 6, 2011

ANN NORTON SCULPTURE GARDEN HONORS SPONSORS AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS FOR FIFTH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF TREES “MAGIC OF THE MOVIES”


PALM BEACH (November 7, 2011) – In recognition of the

sponsors and committee members for the fifth annual Festival

of Trees “Magic of the Movies”, the Ann Norton

Sculpture Gardens hosted a cocktail reception at the Palm

Beach home of Jean van Waveren on Friday, October 21, 2011.

The event was a pre-event celebration for the gala being held Friday, December 2, 2011 at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens. The October 21st party honored sponsors including members of the Gentlemen of the Garden, KOOL 105.5, Palm Beach Illustrated, the Palm Beach Post, and Sandy James Fine Catering, The event also celebrated Gala Chairmen, Karyn Lamb and Mieke van Waveren, Design Chair, Joseph Pubillones, Holiday House Chair, David Miller, and several of the Gala Committee and Tree Designers.

The fifth annual Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens Festival of Trees “Magic of the Movies” revolves around trees that are decorated by area designers and philanthropists around iconic American movies. The event commences on Friday, December 2, 2011 with a gala reception from 6:00 – 9:00 pm, continues throughout the weekend, and then will be on display daily beginning Wednesday, December 7 through Sunday, December 11 from 5:00 – 8:30 p.m.

The wonder of the decorated trees, characters in costume, music performances as well as a synchronized light and music show mesmerize adults as well as children. For more information and for tickets, please visit: www.ansg.org or call: 561.832.5328.

If you would like more information on this topic or to schedule an interview, please call Linda Soper at (561) 835-9057 or email: linda@lindalanemarketing.com

Photos from left-right:

1 ) Andrew and Catherine Stewart


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