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Wellington, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min readGreetings Wellington! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How worried should Wellington families be about the new measles case?
- How Billy Joel’s surprise Wellington performance fits into his recovery
Today's riddle: What is something you always have, but also leave behind? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Clouds and sun with a shower, with a high of 83 and low of 70 degrees.
- Saturday: A p.m. shower in places, temps: high: 86, low: 69. 🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Palm Beach County parents express concern after measles case at Wellington High School (wptv.com) — A member of the Wellington Community High School community has been diagnosed with measles, though officials say the person was not on campus while contagious. Local parents are weighing their concerns as health experts note slightly declining vaccination rates in Palm Beach County and stress that strong immunization coverage is key to preventing wider spread. 
• Christie Brinkley Shares Encouraging Health Update on Billy Joel After Diagnosis (entertainmentnow.com) — Billy Joel recently surprised residents by jumping onstage during Wellington’s 30th anniversary celebration, even as he continues recovering from a serious neurological condition. Christie Brinkley now says he’s doing very well, focusing on therapy while pausing tours through July. His brief Wellington performance and his daughter Alexa’s tributes suggest he’s gradually easing back toward the spotlight.
📸 Around Wellington
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Wellington Lakeside Market 🌴🛍️ 2025-26 Season
Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington
5:00 pm
Thursday April 30
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Other local events
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Wellington Garden Club Plant Sale
Wellington Amphitheater , 12100 Forest Hill Boulevard , Wellington
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Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration
Wellington Amphitheater , 12100 Forest Hill Boulevard , Wellington
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City of Pahokee Commission Meeting
Palms West Chamber of Commerce , 13901 Southern Blvd , Loxahatchee -
Senior Bingo (Ages 55+)
Wellington, FL Calendar , 12150 Forest Hill Boulevard , Wellington
10:00 am -
Food Truck & Music Series ft. At The Hop
Wellington Amphitheater , 12100 Forest Hill Boulevard , Wellington
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FREE Health & Wellness Resource Fair—For All Ages & Abilities!
Wellington, FL Calendar , 12100 Forest Hill Boulevard , Wellington
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Lakeside Market at Wellington Town Center
Wellington Amphitheater , 12100 Forest Hill Boulevard , Wellington
5:00 pm
Saturday April 25
Tuesday April 28
Wednesday April 29
Thursday April 30
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🗓 Events Nearby
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City of Pahokee Commission Meeting
Palms West Chamber of Commerce , 13901 Southern Blvd , Loxahatchee -
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
Royal Palm Beach Community Calendar , 1050 Royal Palm Beach Blvd , Royal Palm Beach
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Architectural Commission Meeting
Palm Beach, FL Calendar , Council Chambers Second Floor, 360 South County Road , Palm Beach
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Senior Program: Lunch & Learn Series
Royal Palm Beach Community Calendar , 1050 Royal Palm Beach Blvd , Royal Palm Beach
11:00 am
Tuesday April 28
Wednesday April 29
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Found dog
Wellington trace and Forest Hill. Female, unfixed possible recently had a litter. Skiddish, couldn't contain. Has a collar but no number (Nextdoor Pinewood Grove) - Kids riding motorbikes and electric scooters
Ect with No helmets Why would parents allow that! Fearful that one of these kids will end up brain damaged Please Make your kids wear helmets (Nextdoor Sugar Pond Manor)
- i9 Sports Corporation posted a job opening for Sport Coordinator - Baseball / T-Ball in Wellington. Apply here.
- Dunkin' posted a job opening for Multi Unit Restaurant Manager in Wellington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wellington here.
🗞 Nearby News
Loxahatchee Groves
- Loxahatchee Groves delays decision on attorney for town manager exit negotiations (cbs12.com)
- Palm Beach County teen named Youth of the Year, honored for leadership and impact (cw34.com)
- Lion Country Safari's famous lion cub sisters turn one ahead of Earth Day (cw34.com)
Royal Palm Beach
- Divine Mercy honored in diocesan parishes (thefloridacatholic.org)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Footprints. (Thank you LAURIE T. for sending it in!)
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