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THE WOMEN’S ISSUE

66 Rare Bird

Fashion Icon Iris Apfel Celebrates 96 Years Of Sartorial Self-Expression

72 Live And Learn

Five Accomplished Area Women Share Wisdom From Their Unique Personal Journeys

76 Comeback Queen Journalist Deborah Norville Opens Up About Her Fall From Grace And Return To The Top

82 The Game Changers

These Fearless Females Are Breaking New Ground In South Florida STEM Fields

88 A Room Of One’s Own

65 ,000 AUDITED CIRCULATION

COMEBACK QUEEN

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WOMEN’S ISSUE

JOURNALIST DEBORAH NORVILLE OPENS UP ABOUT HER FALL FROM GRACE AND RETURN TO THE TOP

THE GAME CHANGERS

THESE FEMALES ARE BREAKING NEW GROUND IN SOUTH FLORIDA STEM FIELDS

A ROOM OF ONE’S OWN

MAKE WAY FOR FEMALE CO WORKING SPACES, DESIGNED FOR COLLABORATION AND SOCIALIZING

LIVE AND LEARN

FIVE ACCOMPLISHED AREA WOMEN SHARE WISDOM FROM THEIR PERSONAL JOURNEYS

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ur April Women’s Issue always inspires us. We love shining a spotlight on strong, powerful women locally and nationwide who break barriers in unimaginable ways, and we hope these amazing individuals inspire you, too. While this year’s issue showcases amazing females who give new meaning to the word “empowered,” we’d also like to give a shout-out to the courageous women around the country who are speaking out about injustices – and making a difference. From the MeToo campaign fighting sexual abuse and harassment (with everyone from Lady Gaga to Olympian Aly Raisman participating) to Never Again, co-founded by Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School senior Emma Gonzalez, whose impassioned speeches about gun control have gone viral, they’re a persuasive force that won’t be silenced until there is real change. We feature another outspoken woman, fashion icon Iris Apfel, who proves that age is just a number. You won’t want to miss “Rare Bird” (page 66), a no-holds-barred interview with this vibrant 96-year-old Palm Beach resident who took the fashion world by storm with her unconventional designs and colorful quips. Here, she also speaks about her engaging new book. We also spent time with journalist Deborah Norville, who shares her poignant life story in “Comeback Queen” (page 76) and divulges intimate details about her depression after being booted as an anchor on NBC’s “Today” show. While her climb from

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the pits of despair to a return to the top wasn’t easy, she learned valuable lessons – ones she shares with others battling mental illness. This issue also explores female co-working spaces – multifunctional home-away-from-home venues where women can work, share ideas, attend workshops, socialize and even get their nails polished. Be sure to check out “A Room Of One’s Own” (page 88) to learn more about these spaces popping up all over the country. While STEM jobs are traditionally male-dominated, we discovered several South Florida women who are paving the way to close the gender gap. Meet them and learn about their impressive achievements in “The Game Changers” (page 82). Finally, in “Live and Learn” (page 72), we sit down with five accomplished local women – from very different fields and walks of life – who share wit, wisdom and lessons learned from their personal and professional journeys. I encourage you to take a moment and look around: Women everywhere are igniting their passions and finding fulfillment. Go after your dreams, and, as you pursue what inspires you, remember this advice from Golda Meir: “Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.”

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IN LIVING COLOR inimal is the new black. These days – in fashion, graphic design and interior design – everyone seems to agree that less is less. I get it. Minimal is safe. It’s much easier to pair a white T-shirt with a pair of jeans and white sneakers and call it a day. As opposed to mixing patterns or a color palette with four different hues, it doesn’t require much color coordination or forethought. Kind of like my interior design approach, which can best be described as gray on gray on gray. And my wardrobe isn’t much better. A millennial would definitely call it basic. Some people just want to blend in. Others were born to stand out. Like Iris Apfel, our cover subject this month. In a world that has gone minimal, Apfel is refreshingly maximal – both sartorially and personality-wise. She pulls no punches and tells it like it is. But, unlike some people, her opinions are well formed, thanks to a good education, solid work experience, a lifetime of travel and an insatiable desire to learn. (A dash of self-deprecation doesn’t hurt, either.) I met Apfel, a longtime Palm Beach resident, in 2007 at the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach, which was hosting her traveling exhibit, “Rara Avis: Selections from the Iris Apfel Collection,” containing apparel and accessories from her personal wardrobe. We chatted in the museum café, and, despite the gourmet menu on offer, Apfel was content to nibble on Goldfish crackers from a sandwich baggie in her pocket. She wore denim on denim – a look very in vogue right now – with piles of thick silver bangles; red and turquoise necklaces; and, of course, her signature oversized black glasses. I remember her railing against people wearing “shower shoes” (i.e., flip-flops) on the streets of Manhattan, which struck me as quite a traditional view for someone so iconoclastic. I wanted to know the method to her madness – the secret to her over-the-top style that’s audacious and original and totally works. But then, as now, she’s averse to giving advice or a fashion formula. She describes getting dressed as something akin to a jazz musician improvising, and that’s something that can’t be taught. It’s instinctive, off-the-cuff and wholly personal. Since that day at the Norton more than a decade ago, I have deeply admired Apfel and followed her various projects. Recently, Mattel debuted an Iris Apfel Barbie doll, which I think is absolutely brilliant. Apfel is the kind of role model we need today – one who can teach the next generation of little girls (and boys) that self-expression is important, that age is just a number, that a sense of humor is crucial and that you should never apologize for being unabashedly yourself. Think of what a colorful world that would be. CHELSEA GREENWOOD chelsea@bocaratonobserver.com

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ALL THAT GLITTERS OneHope wine is a sip of ultimate goodness. Each bottle of California vino – available in red, white, sparkling and rosé – helps animals, children, women, veterans, the environment, global issues or education. “Our commitment to quality wine is as important as our commitment to the causes we support,” explains CEO and co-founder Jake Kloberdanz on the OneHope website. “To date, we have made more than $3 million in donations, provided 46,000 people with global health care, 49,000 forever homes for shelter animals, 1.8 million meals for children, 163,000 life-saving vaccines and much more.” Its Glitter Collection, bottles that sparkle with gold, red, silver and rainbow glitter, is especially popular. Sales support projects for health and children, including meals for kids and a helpline that provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQIA youth. Online ordering makes it easy to support a project close to your heart: Just choose a type of wine, a varietal, a cause and a price. Visit onehope wine.com.

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HOPE IN A BOTTLE Audrey Gruss knows far too much about depression. Her mother, Hope, battled the debilitating illness for decades. Gruss, who established the Audrey Butvay Gruss Science Award for Women at her alma mater, Tufts University, was determined to honor her mother and help fight what the World Health Organization calls the leading cause of disability worldwide. So, in 2006, she founded Hope for Depression Research Foundation to fund cutting-edge neuroscience research into the origins, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of depression and other mood disorders. Recently, the group launched Hope – the Uplifting Fragrance. Inspired by her mother’s love of white flowers, Gruss teamed with fragrance giant Firmenich to create the scent from a fusion of four white flowers: gardenia, jasmine, lily-ofthe-valley and tuberose. The scent is available as a spray, a candle, an eau de

“A woman is like a tea bag – you can’t tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.” – Eleanor Roosevelt, former first lady

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parfum and a hand and body cream. The message? “Wear hope and give hope.” One hundred percent of the net profits will be donated to research. “This glorious fragrance stands on its own, but the charitable message empowers one to give back with a product that keeps on giving,” says Gruss, who received an honorary doctorate of philosophy from the University of Haifa for creating the research foundation. “Depression is so prevalent that 20 million adults in the United States struggle with it each year, and 350 million people have it worldwide. Everyone is touched by it – directly or indirectly,” notes a press release. “You can make a difference with every purchase by knowing that the proceeds go to charity. Each purchase helps the world become a better place.” The Hope Fragrance collection is available exclusively in select Saks Fifth Avenue stores and via its website. Visit hopefragrancesint.com.


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Anyone who has experienced terrible cramps and excruciating menstrual pain will be relieved to know that there is a solution, and it doesn’t involve medication. FDA-approved Livia features a tiny transmitter that blocks pain by delivering electrical pulses to your lower abdomen via two electrodes. The small device is discreet and easily hidden by a loose shirt or sweater. Billed as the “off switch” for menstrual pain, Livia is designed to stop pain within 30-60 seconds. “Simply turn it on, adjust the intensity to match your pain and feel the pain fade,” notes a press release. “A drug-free solution, Livia means no more pills or painkillers. There are no side effects, and you won’t build up a tolerance to it. Finally, you can rely on a healthy way to ease period pain.” The device, which imparts gentle vibrations, has rechargeable batteries and can be used by anyone who doesn’t have a pacemaker. Visit mylivia.com.

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BYE BYE, BRASS Who doesn’t love a brass band? And brass sculptures are captivating. Ditto for brass door handles or drawer pulls. But brassy hair? Not so much. And it happens all too often after getting our tresses colored – when those unflattering yellow, orange or red tones make you want to wear a hat 24/7. Talk about a bad hair day. To the rescue: local stylist Faye Petti from Salon Monaco in Boca Raton, who created Tonal Balance, an at-home anti-brass treatment. “We all know that pestering experience of brassy hair. As a stylist, I have seen this problem time and time again; it’s a natural occurrence as color in hair oxidizes over time,” she notes on the product’s website.

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The self-confessed “hair color nerd” created the product because there is, she says, a dearth of antibrass products for dark brunettes and balayaged locks. The idea came to her while using a green toner to correct the brassy red undertones on a brunette client, then realizing there was no home-care product she could recommend. “Insert a creative vision, a ton of research, an amazing chemist and Tonal Balance was born,” she says. Tonal Balance addresses all hair colors with its two-part system: a shampoo and a shine treatment, meant to be used one to three times a week in place of your regular regimen. The blue duo combats orange tones in light brown and dark blonde hair; green eliminates red tones in black and dark- to medium-brown locks; and purple fights yellow tones in balayaged, highlighted, single- or double-processed light- to platinum-blonde hair. Visit anti-brass.com.

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SHOP ’TIL YOU DROP Sorry, NYC. You won’t always have the lock on top designer fashions and world-famous fries. Barneys New York is coming to South Florida – along with Freds at Barneys New York restaurant. Bal Harbour Shops is the lucky recipient of the iconic store’s first Florida location, a 53,000-square-foot venue that will anchor the upscale shopping center, which is undergoing a $400 million expansion to add 70 luxury boutiques. Ironically, the planned 2023 opening of Barneys coincides with the 100th anniversary of the beloved specialty retailer (it was founded as a men’s retailer in 1923 in downtown Manhattan).

“No fewer than three generations of my family have worked in one capacity or another for nearly four decades to make this happen, so we could not be any happier if we tried,” notes Matthew Whitman Lazenby, third-generation leader of Bal Harbour Shops. Adds Daniella Vitale, CEO and president, Barneys New York: “It’s a milestone for Barneys New York to launch our first location in Florida at Bal

Harbour Shops, which attracts the best clients from around the globe.” Shoppers can expect Barneys’ exclusive, rare and luxury products and services, including women’s and men’s ready-towear, accessories, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics, fragrances and gifts – along with an elegant culinary experience at Freds at Barneys New York. The world-renowned restaurant serves innovative European-

inspired and contemporary American cuisine – and the best French fries ever. Expect Executive Chef Mark Strausman to create a custom menu, using locally sourced ingredients. Visit balharbourshops.com.

FOR WOMEN BY WOMEN Ready to be empowered, inspired and entertained? Womaze, a new app created by four Boca Raton women, promises to do just that. Launching soon on the App Store and Google Play, Womaze offers female-focused content, such as videos, playlists and memes, from all over the internet. The app is the brainchild of Corin Wiser and her daughters, Leah, Becca and Hannah. Why did they create it? “Because it’s time to celebrate our greatness, foster our potential and own our truth,” according to the Womaze Facebook page.

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Womaze – which the quartet defines as “when a woman amazes herself and the world,” according to its Facebook page – will offer content in the areas of purpose and passion, body image, self-love, confidence and self-esteem, dating and relationships, health and wellness, spirituality, sexuality and creativity. It will also feature life advice and stories about female change-makers. Visit womaze.com.

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observed trends The Elaine Turner Bella Clutch in Spring Floral Pailette is the brand’s best-selling style, adorned with Spanish sequins in a vibrant print. The bag features interior zipper and accessory pockets as well as a small mirror – ideal for touching up your lipstick. Available at elaineturner.com.

The Elaine Turner Wallet Crossbody does double duty, functioning as a cross-body purse or a clutch, thanks to its detachable gold chain strap. The natural cork bag is flecked with gold and accented by a zipper pull with a leather tassel and pom-poms. Available at elaineturner.com.

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A minimal monochromatic bag in luxe leather is a true classic. The Ora Delphine Wren Satchel in Coral will keep everything organized in style thanks to one interior zip pocket, two slip pockets, an exterior buckle pocket and a zip closure. Available at oradelphine.com.

The basket bag is a major trend this season, and the ’70s-inspired Prada Midollino Tasseled Canvas and Leather-Trimmed Wicker Tote from Net-a-Porter hits the nail on the head. We love the fun tassel with orange ostrich feathers. Available at netaporter.com.

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You’ll be ready for a vacation to the tropics with the Soeur de Maroc Tassel Straw Crossbody from Bloomingdale’s. Cheerful tonal tassels and leather trim embellish the straw body bag, which has a flap closure. Available at bloomingdales.com.

We love a good floral, and the print adorning the Draper James Elliston Floral Caroline Tote in Willow White is no exception. Sophisticated yet sweet, it features two top handles, a front-lock closure and a removable cross-body strap. Available at draperjames.com.

It may be diminutive, but the J. McLaughlin Kendra Clutch adds a ton of visual interest to any ensemble. The glazed bamboo bag has a toggle clasp and a fabriclined interior. Available at jmclaughlin.com.

The Dagne Dover Legend Tote in Pacific is the ultimate carryall, thoughtfully designed for long days. Its countless convenient features include a padded laptop (or tablet) compartment; pockets for your wallet, phone, pens and lip balm; a detachable key leash; and a neoprene water bottle holder. Available at dagnedover.com.

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Sweep scalloped edging juxtaposes with polished, rockerchic studs on the vintage-inspired Chelsea28 Harlow Faux Leather Crossbody Bag from Nordstrom. Plus, the strap conveniently adjusts to shoulder length. Available at nordstrom.com.


Keeping the Promise Fifty years ago, Gloria Drummond made a promise to bring a hospital — the “Miracle on Meadows Road” — to Boca Raton. Five decades later, that promise is being renewed. Through the transformational gifts of philanthropists like Christine E. Lynn, Boca Raton Regional Hospital has evolved into one of the premier tertiary academic medical centers in Florida. Her recent largesse and commitment of 15 million dollars to our Hospital will foster an even greater evolution. One where the extraordinary has become the ordinary. Where miracles occur every day, in every place, throughout our organization. Now…and for the next 50 years.

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Living For Giving Boca Raton Philanthropist Marta Batmasian Works To Build Others Up BY MARY THURMAN YUHAS

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or businesswoman and philanthropist Marta Batmasian, there aren’t enough hours in the day. From 9 to 5, she works at Investments Limited, a real estate and investment firm in Boca Raton that she owns with her husband, James. After hours, her pace quickens. Currently, she’s working with four nonprofits; serves on various committees; and is on the board of directors for nine charities, some outside of the area. “It is my privilege and honor to do what I’m doing,” she says. “It’s so rewarding. You receive so much more than you give.”

privilege and honor “toItdois my what I’m doing. It’s so rewarding. You receive so much more than you give.

Close to Batmasian’s heart is People Reaching Out to Provide Education and Leadership (PROPEL), which she co-founded. The organization helps youth living in economically depressed areas by providing an educational center, The Hub, where students go after school. In 2014, PROPEL moved from an 800-square-foot building to an 8,000-square-foot facility owned by the Batmasians with space for classrooms, meeting rooms, a commercial kitchen and a computer lab. Over the past five years, PROPEL students have received more than $130,000 in scholarships. One of PROPEL’s success stories is Haitian immigrant Denis Estimon, now a Boca Community High School graduate. In 2017 – inspired by former PROPEL director Gregg Francis – Estimon and three other students started the initiative We Dine Together. They invited students eating alone to join them, held weekly meetings and partnered with other clubs so that students wouldn’t be isolated.

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“It is spreading like fire all over the country,” Batmasian says. “Denis is a national celebrity, and the program is being continued by other PROPEL kids.” She also dedicates her time and efforts to the Children’s Science Explorium in Sugar Sand Park, which she started; Love Boca Outreach Ministries, a nonprofit that cares for the homeless; and the Florida Atlantic University

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Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts And Letters, where she initiated the theater program and is chairwoman of the advisory board. Batmasian enjoys her hectic schedule and plans on even more projects in the future. “My husband and I both like to start things and bring them to a level and then start something else,” she says. “It’s a busy, crazy and rewarding life.” O


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New York Matchmaker Eileen Fisher Helps Lonely Singles Find Companionship

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ver a lunch meeting in Manhattan’s swanky Mandarin Oriental Hotel, a matchmaker showed her client photos of five beautiful women also looking for love. When her client, one of the world’s wealthiest men, turned them down and requested to see other photos, Eileen Fisher decided to run a saucy experiment: At their next meeting, she presented him with pictures she had snapped of airbrushed models from the pages of Vogue and Mademoiselle. “He still turned them all down, saying they’re not good enough for him,” says Fisher, managing part-

“At first, I was working on a book, but people kept saying, ‘Your stories are so amazing. This should be a show!’ It’s about how I find real matches for people that they would have never otherwise met,” she says. “Some of it is funny, and some of it is sad. Sometimes, I find my women in the lobby of my apartment building; all my doormen are in on it, too!” Only Fisher’s male clients pay for her services. Over the years, she’s done everything from teaching them how to dress to steering them toward age-appropriate matches. Before entering the profes-

I truly find my happiness from matching people – I get a high when a man calls to tell me he’s found the one. ner of the New York office of Elite Connections. “I looked him right in the eye, and I said, ‘I want you to know something. You will be alone or with the wrong person the rest of your life. Don’t waste my time, and don’t waste yours.’” In her 12 years in the industry, this no-nonsense New Yorker has seen it all. She says that she’s channelling her experiences into a new TV series currently in the proposal stage and tentatively titled, “Confessions of a New York Matchmaker.”

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sion, she helped both her brother and her college roommate get married. In fact, she met her own husband while trying to set him up with someone else. “That was 23 years ago!” says Fisher. “He told me I gave him the wrong number for the woman I was trying to get him to meet. Now we have two beautiful children. “I truly find my happiness from matching people – I get a high when a man calls to tell me he’s found the one.” O



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Sweet Dreams

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Sleep Disorder Expert Dr. Darryl Appleton On Getting Quality Shut-Eye

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e’ve all been there: You wake up at 3 a.m., worrying about that work project or dirty dishes in the sink. You finally fall asleep, but your alarm goes off mere hours later. You’re left bleary-eyed and exhausted – again. Although one in three Americans doesn’t get enough shut-eye, according to the Centers for Disease Control, a good night’s sleep is possible. Just ask psychiatrist

Darryl Appleton, M.D., who runs the Appleton Clinic in Boca Raton and Toronto and is an expert on the research, evaluation and treatment of sleep disorders. Watch your caffeine consumption. Caffeine can remain in your system for hours. “Avoid caffeine within three hours of bedtime,” says Dr. Appleton. “For many people, it impairs their ability to fall asleep easily.”

CATCH SOME ZS You may have taken melatonin to get better rest, but have you tried the supplement L-theanine? The e amino acid, also found in green tea, relaxes the body dy without sedating it. Try it before bed. Note: Check with your doctor before taking a new supplement..

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Love your mattress. An uncomfortable mattress can prevent quality sleep. If you need a new one, look for a store or website that will let you try one at home for at least 30 days, he says. Or find a hotel that has the mattress you like, and take it for a test drive. Avoid heartburn triggers. Citrus fruits like oranges, lemons and grapefruits are highly acidic and can trigge trigger heartburn, which m may make it difficult tto fall or stay asleep, ssays Dr. Appleton. O Other foods that can ccause heartburn incclude garlic, peppers, o onions, tomatoes, pepp permint and carbonated b beverages.

Take a bath. “A warm bath helps cool your body temperature as the moisture quickly evaporates from your skin when you step out of the tub,” he says. “Take a warm bath about one hour before bed. The drop in your core body temperature will help you fall asleep easier.” Jot down your thoughts. Does your mind start to race when your head hits the pillow? “Designate a seat in your house as a ‘thinking chair,’” says Dr. Appleton. “Here, put aside time each day to worry and write your thoughts on paper. Worry at a specific time, and clear worries from your mind.” O


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et-setting is a way of life for Cynthia Rowley. The fashion designer is constantly traveling for business and pleasure, and her namesake line of apparel, activewear and surf and swimwear perfectly reflects her nomadic lifestyle. As spring travel takes flight, Rowley – who just opened a 1,200-square-foot store in Palm Beach – shares her do’s and don’ts for staying stylish on the go. Do go from day to night. Rowley recommends making a few tweaks to your daytime ensemble to transition seamlessly to the evening. “All I need is one pair of heels, a little jacket, big shades (that make every outfit look coolBig er), a small bag and [your] favorite red earrings can lipstick,” she says. “All of these can be dress up a T-shirt worn with a T-shirt and jeans or a and jeans and take pretty dress.”

you straight from the beach to the bash.

Don’t pack wrinkle-prone fabrics, such as linen. “If you can’t hang it in the shower to steam it out, don’t even think about it!” Rowley says.

Don’t go too new or too high-maintenance. Think twice before bringing anything you haven’t worn before; anything that can’t be worn various ways; or anything that’s super lavish, like diamonds or extravagant hats, Rowley says. “If it’s a recent purchase, wear it around the house first to be sure it’s what you want before taking up precious packing space.”

DID YOU KNOW? Cynthia Rowley’s new Palm Beach store, located in The Royal Poinciana Plaza, features artwork from Exhibition A, the contemporary art source she co-owns with husband Bill Powers.

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Do make a statement. Big earrings make an outfit shine, and you only need one pair. “They can dress up a T-shirt and jeans and take you straight from the beach to the bash,” Rowley says. She also recommends a flowy maxi dress as a statement piece.

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Do think about space and versatility. “Little dresses are easy and don’t take up much space,” she says. Rowley also suggests wearing onepiece swimsuits as bodysuits with jean shorts or a skirt. Layers like cardigans or jackets are great because they’ll keep you warm if needed and also create multiple outfit options.


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New Series “America Inside Out With Katie Couric” Stars Veteran Journalist Fresh off her time at the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games, journalist Katie Couric is ready to unveil “America Inside Out with Katie Couric,” a documentary series for National Geographic Channel.

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to do&to see media blitz “We are all in the midst of revolutionary changes in this country, demographically, culturally, technologically,” she said at the Television Critics Press Tour. “But we’re also in the midst of a relentless news cycle, with information coming at you at a fast and furious pace.” Couric hopes the new series, which debuts this month, will help viewers develop a deeper, more nuanced understanding of the issues facing our nation and how fellow countrymen are adapting to our changing society. She said that working on the series helped open her eyes to new realities as well: “I learned that it’s important to get out of your bubble; that we all can learn from talking to different people. I think that all of us spend too much time with like-minded people.”

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Top: Nate Berkus, Poppy Brent-Berkus and Jeremiah Brent

Grab some tissues before watching season two of TLC’s hit home design show “Nate & Jeremiah By Design,” starring Nate Berkus and husband Jeremiah Brent. Many of the family stories will tug at your heartstrings as the design duo transforms homeowners’ failed renovation projects into dream homes. “We were looking for people who have sort of found themselves upside down and overwhelmed by what they can’t do and what they think they can’t have,” said Berkus at the Television Critics Press Tour. “Your home is a barometer for everything that’s going on in your world.”

BROADWAY DENZEL WASHINGTON is returning to Broadway for a revival of “THE ICEMAN COMETH,” opening this month. If you’re planning on seeing the Eugene O’ Neill drama, try to get into a matinee performance – because the show is just under four hours long. Nevertheless, Washington, with two Oscars and a Tony under his belt, is sure to captivate.

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New Nonfiction Reads About Leading Ladies Whether she’s on the big screen, small screen or Broadway stage, Christine Lahti is one of those rare thespians who always gives a mesmerizing performance. In her first memoir, “True Stories from an Unreliable Eyewitness: A Feminist Coming of Age,” the Emmy-winning actress tells candid and humorous stories about her life in the spotlight.

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Lifestyle guru Joanna Gaines invites readers into her kitchen via her new cookbook, “Magnolia Table: A Collection of Recipes for Gathering,” featuring her favorite personal recipes as well as hit dishes from Magnolia Table, the restaurant she just opened with husband Chip in Waco, Texas. The 125 recipes include modern tweaks on comfort food classics, like fried chicken with sticky poppy seed jam. If you loved learning about Bette Davis in FX’s popular television series “Feud: Bette and Joan,” pick up “Nobody’s Girl Friday: The Women Who Ran Hollywood.” Author and historian J. E. Smyth details the iconic actress’ fight with Warner Bros. for better wages. Other chapters focus on actress Katharine Hepburn and enterprising female producers, writers and agents.

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Kelly Clarkson Thrilled To Join “The Voice” As New Coach The NBC singing-competition series “The Voice” welcomed a new coach for its 14th season: singer Kelly Clarkson, who became famous as the first “American Idol” winner. “I definitely do feel like I’ve come full circle,” she enthuses. “I still feel like the same kid that entered this industry. I still have the same sense of awe about it and the same excitement.” She adds: “There’s a sense of just real happiness and life at this point in my personal journey. So, this just kind of elevates it for me, being a part of ‘The Voice.’ And I know the coaches, so we have a really fun, competitive rapport.” Clarkson believes the success of the series is based on the fact that she and the other stars, like Adam Levine and Alicia Keys, aren’t judging but coaching contestants. “That’s my favorite part,” she says. “I get to actually be involved with them and cultivate their career and where they want to go and help them navigate this competition.”

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MOVIES Chilean director Sebastián Lelio is having quite a year. His “A Fantastic Woman” just won an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film. This month, he’s debuting “Disobedience,” about a forbidden love affair between Jewish orthodox women. Based on the book of the same name by New York Times best-selling author Naomi Alderman, the movie stars Rachel McAdams and Rachel Weisz. APRIL 2018 THE BOCA RATON OBSERVER

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Elisabeth Moss

PLAYING GOD Steve Buscemi Has Heavenly Role In “Miracle Workers”

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“The Handmaid’s Tale” Season Two Promises Even More Drama Season two of the Emmy-winning Hulu series “The Handmaid’s Tale” premieres later this month, and we’ll let you in on a secret: veteran actress Marisa Tomei will guest star. And there’s even more reason to tune in. The protagonist, Offred (Elisabeth Moss), is pregnant, and the impending birth will play a huge role. In the series, handmaids

are fertile young women used for breeding in a dystopian future where infertility is rampant. At the recent Television Critics Press Tour, Moss talked about her character arc. “This child that’s growing inside her is a bit of a ticking time bomb, and the complications of that are really wonderful to explore,” she said. “It’s a wonderful thing

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to have a baby, but she’s having it potentially in this world that she may not want to bring it into. And then, if she does have the baby, the baby gets taken away from her, and she can’t be its mother. So, obviously, it’s very complicated and makes for good drama. But, it’s a very big part of this season, and it gets bigger and bigger as the show goes on.”

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Twist Of Fate Although he accomplished much as a senator, Ted Kennedy was forever haunted by the 1969 car crash on Chappaquiddick Island, Massachusetts, that killed his passenger, Mary Jo Kopechne. A new film, “Chappaquiddick,” dramatizes that fateful night, when Kennedy swerved off a bridge, escaped the sinking car and failed to report the accident until 10 hours later. He received a two-month suspended jail sentence. Jason Clarke (“Everest”), Bruce

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Dern (“The Hateful Eight”) and Kate Mara (“House of Cards”) star in the political thriller, which premieres later this month.

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It looks like TBS has a sure-fire hit on its hands with “Miracle Workers,” a workplace comedy based on Simon Rich’s book, “What In God’s Name.” The new series, set to debut later this year, is being executive produced by Lorne Michaels (“Saturday Night Live”) and actor Daniel Radcliffe (“Harry Potter”), who also stars in the show.

Danielle Radcliffe and Steve Buscemi

Fans of Steve Buscemi (“Boardwalk Empire”) will be delighted to see the veteran actor playing God – literally. “It’s a really fun character … he’s very human,” he said at the recent Television Critics Press Tour. “He has a lot of faults. He gets easily distracted, bored, depressed, discouraged, and he’s kind of looking for a way out. And it’s up to the people around him to, sort of, save him – not only save the Earth, but save him from himself. So, it’s just really fun to play a character that has that many problems.”


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That forthrightness is sure to be center stage as the mother of two embarks on a world tour to promote her seventh album, “Beautiful Trauma,” which stops at the BB&T Center in Sunrise on April 25 at 7:30 p.m. “This is the life of a welladjusted veteran star, who’s not quite sure how she’s survived this long and stayed this sane,” notes The New York Times. “A vestige of the Y2K, peak-CD, MTV ‘TRL’ generation, Pink, now 38, hasn’t melted down or ever really gone away, a fact she owes to never having been ‘the one.’” Biography.com adds this take: “Despite her tough girl image, Pink has shown a softer side to

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venue’s website. Adds Discover The Palm Beaches: “Filled with entertainers, top-notch artists and exhibitors, the Delray Affair is a true affair to remember. Palm tree-lined vistas welcome you to South Florida’s oldest and largest outdoor festival. Stroll the bricked sidewalk of Atlantic Avenue as art, music and food specialties open before you.” O For more information, call 561-279-0907 or visit delrayaffair.com.



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Palm Beach Book Festival Promises To Be A Novel Event BY LINDA HAASE

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t’s been dubbed the “Oscars of books.” Now in its fourth year, the Palm Beach Book Festival is bringing a slew of best-selling authors to the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach on April 14. “We promote cultural awareness of the published author by bringing in New York Times best-selling and household-name writers. We hope to sustain literacy with our students, educators and librarians,” says Lois Cahall, the event’s founder and creative director. “Let’s keep reading and writing alive for our children’s

generation.” Numerous panel Mira T. Lee events will be held, followed by author book sign- Instinct,” “Buried Secrets”). The ings and meet-and-greets. Oprah Book Club panel feaAmong the authors are tures author Mira T. Lee – her Kwame Alexander (poet, educa- debut book, “Everything Here tor and New York Times best-sell- Is Beautiful,” was named a ing author of 24 books, includ- Most-Anticipated/Top Winter ing “SOLO” and “Surf’s Up”) and 2018 pick by more than 30 Kirstin Chen (“Soy Sauce for news outlets – and the event Beginners”), who will discuss concludes with author Bruce “Family, Love & Hope: In a Time Cameron’s “Who Let the Dogs of Worldwide Crisis.” Out” discussion. Cameron coPanelists include news jour- wrote the films “Muffin Top” nalist Dan Rather and mystery and “Cook Off!” and best-sellers writer Joseph Finder (“Killer “A Dog’s Purpose” and “A Dog’s

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Say Aloha To Luxury At The Five-Diamond Four Seasons Resort Lanai

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awaii seduces travelers with luaus and leis, hula dancers and ukuleles, multicolored sand beaches and near perfect weather. But, after making the trek to the island chain, you’ll want to venture beyond the tourist traps

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duced 75 percent of the world’s pineapples. In 2012, tech billionaire Larry Ellison purchased the unspoiled and unhurried island for a reported $300 million. Looking to create the most incredible resort in the world, Ellison renovated the Four Seasons Resort Lanai and reopened it in 2016. He spared no expense for the mega-makeover, which incorporated a blend of midcentury modern designs, traditional Hawaiian materials and Polynesian artwork. The Oracle founder was involved in every element of the project, demanding perfection. He made designer ToddAvery Lenahan and his team redo the lobby four times until the ocean views were framed

just right. (The lobby is now home to two highly acclaimed restaurants: Nobu Lanai and One Forty.) Since then, travelers, organizations and industry leaders have heaped praise on the 213room resort. The Four Seasons made Condé Nast Traveler’s 2018 Gold List, which represents the editors’ favorite hotels in the world. AAA consistently gives the luxurious vacation spot its coveted Five Diamond Award, and Travel + Leisure has the Four Seasons on its “Best” lists for most romantic, for places to travel and for best beaches in Hawaii. New wood floors and fixtures were added, along with handmade parchment wall coverings,


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to do&to see destinations Toto Washlet-equipped bathrooms and large French doors opening onto decks. Each room has a 75-inch platinum bezel TV hanging on teak and zebra wood walls. Bathrooms are equipped with a TV hidden in the mirror. A fourth of the rooms became suites, and the Alii (Royal) Suite is the top of the line. Complete with a media room, a large private lanai and a walk-in steam shower for two, it rests atop the adults-only section of the grottostyle pools with hot tubs and waterfalls. The suite’s lanai delivers a panoramic view of Hulopo’e Bay. Guests enter rooms using flexible wristband keys. An iPad Air, provided in every room, can be used to order room service or housekeeping. Lighting can be adjusted to “sunset,” “nightlight” or “relax” using flat-panel controls.

every hole. Prefer being out on the water? Hop aboard the Four Seasons’ 50-foot catamaran for a snorkeling adventure or a sunset sail. Other adventures include helicopter tours, the shooting range, watching whales or spinner dolphins splash around in Hulopo’e Bay or taking a naturalist UTV trip

Looking to create the most incredible resort in the world, Larry Ellison renovated the Four Seasons Resort Lanai and reopened it in 2016. He spared no expense for the mega-makeover. Hotel staff make sure everyone receives VIP treatment. For example, one couple raved about being picked up by a Mercedes-Maybach and escorted to the marina for a private sunset cruise. And those looking for extra pampering can book a heavenly massage or facial at the Hâwanawana Spa. On Lanai, you’ll find a diverse landscape stretching across 90,000 acres and a wealth of activities, many organized by the Four Seasons. You could, for example, trot down quiet trails on horseback – along with your own personal wrangler. Or, you could explore the island’s history and culture in a Jeep from the resort’s private fleet. If golf’s more your thing, you could schedule a tee time on a course with ocean views from

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for a look at the flora and fauna of the island’s interior. The Four Seasons continues to take advantage of its unique island location to draw upperechelon clientele. A-listers and others who value their privacy appreciate the lack of paparazzi. Jessica Alba, Will Smith and Cindy Crawford have all vacationed at

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FASHION ICON IRIS APFEL CELEBRATES 96 YEARS OF SARTORIAL SELF-EXPRESSION BY BETH SOBOL

inety-six-year-old fashion star Iris Apfel has no interest in acting her age. “I never want to be an old fuddy-duddy,” she explains in her new book, “Iris Apfel: Accidental Icon: Musings of a Geriatric Starlet.” “I hold the self-proclaimed record of being the World’s Oldest Living Teenager, and I intend to keep it that way.” The part-time Palm Beach resident, businesswoman and designer became a celebrity overnight at age 83 thanks to an exhibit of her personal clothing collection with the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Now, her go-to look has become iconic: signature round, oversized glasses; cropped silver

“I don’t know a typical day. I never have. Every day is different, and I love that. I absolutely hate monotony. I could never have a 9-to-5 job or work on the same thing over and over. I like to be challenged and stimulated. Every project should bring a new set of circumstances.”

hair; a bright red lip; and over-the-top outfits comprising bright colors, bold patterns and oodles of accessories. But, despite the sudden fame, Apfel has remained unapologetically herself, with a razor-sharp wit, boundless creativity and an unyielding passion for self-expression. Growing up in Astoria, Queens, Apfel was raised by a nonconformist father, whom she credits with teaching her good values, and a college-educated working mother (which was rare at the time), who encouraged her daughter to be both fashion-forward and fiscally responsible. One of Apfel’s favorite memories of her childhood, she recalls, is receiving $25 from her mother to buy an outfit for the Fifth Avenue Easter Parade. She fell in love with a $12.95 dress, which she paired with a $3.95 pair of shoes. Apfel had just enough left for a matching hat, a light lunch and money to get back home. At 12 years old, a smart shopper was born. After studying art at both New York University and the University of

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Wisconsin, she landed her first job, an entry-level position at Women’s Wear Daily. That was followed by a stint at a leading interior design firm and then a return to writing, when she took over the daily newsletter at the legendary Borscht Belt resort Grossinger’s in Ferndale, New York. The job didn’t pay much, but, thanks to Apfel’s instinctive style, she was able to put together a series of memorable looks on a budget. Guests took notice. Through connections made

there, she secured enough clients to start her own interior design business. She writes: “I never drew up designs of what I was planning to create for them; I just dove right in. Sometimes it was difficult, especially when clients were very rigid about what they wanted. With most of them, though, I would eventually get carte blanche – or at least partial carte blanche – to design their interiors as I saw fit. I was left to improvise, which suited me just fine.” Her eye-catching elegance didn’t just attract clients – it led Apfel to the love of her life. After briefly meeting Carl Apfel while vacationing in Lake George in 1947, he spotted her outside Bonwit Teller in Manhattan and later called to compliment the hat she had been wearing. Their first date fell on Columbus Day, and they married at the Waldorf Astoria the following Christmas. “I don’t understand these long, drawn-out courtships,” she says.

“To me, it doesn’t make any sense. You want to get married – get married!” To match the interior design of the venue, the bride wore pink, she says: “I couldn’t have the décor clash with my dress!” Business was booming, but Apfel aspired to do more than work with readymade fabrics. She dreamed of creating her own textiles. She started the process slowly, with only a few samples, but it didn’t take long for things to take off. Soon, high-profile decorators and socialites were swooning over her fabrics and placing orders for hundreds of yards at a time. Husband and wife decided to partner

up, and, in 1951, the Apfels officially launched the Old World Weavers textile company. Throughout the next several decades, the couple traveled the globe in search of inspiration, with their elite clientele ranging from movie stars to first ladies. All told, the Apfels consulted on historic design restoration of the White House for the Tru-

thing from rare haute couthin ture pieces and flea market finds to priceless antiques native artisanal wares from and nativ international destinations. internati operated from my gut,” she “I oper explains. “If I saw something I liked, I’d buy it. I never had a just did what felt right at plan. I ju moment.” the mom Putting together a complete ensemble became her favorite pastime, she says. “I didn’t give a damn about going to the party or being at the party. It was about getting dressed for the party. I like to improvise, as though I’m playing jazz.” In 2005, the world finally got a peek at her treasure trove of clothing and accessories when Harold Koda, then curator of the Costume Institute, approached

“I didn’t give a damn about going to the party or being at the party. It was about getting dressed for the party. I like to improvise, as though I’m playing jazz.” man, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan and Clinton presidencies. Along the way, Apfel quietly built a remarkable wardrobe for herself, which included every-

Apfel about creating a modest exhibition of her collection. Once Koda got into her closets, however, modesty went out the window. “Little did they know,” Apfel writes, “they had just opened

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Pandora’s box.” By the time Koda’s team finished, 300 items of clothing and hundreds of accessories had been curated for the show. “Rara Avis: Selections from the Iris Apfel Collection” ended up showcasing 40 of Apfel’s pieces, with each mannequin styled by Apfel herself. It was a smash – and turned its octogenarian subject into an instant celebrity. “It was an overnight sensation that took about 70 years,” Apfel cracks.

The Met exhibit went on the road, appearing at some of the finest museums in the country, including the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach. People began stopping Apfel on the street. “It’s fun to be recognized and get all the accolades,” she admits. “I can’t say that it isn’t. It has its ups and downs, but it’s started a whole new life for me.” Thanks to the show, Apfel launched a fashion and accessories line with HSN and devel-

oped a limited-edition collection for MAC Cosmetics. She even styled herself for the ads, which were shot by renowned photographer Steven Klein. She notes: “I’m the oldest living broad that ever graced a major cosmetics campaign.” In addition, she has since collaborated with Neiman Marcus, Kate Spade, Swarovski, Jimmy Choo and Alexis Bittar, among many other luxury brands. And Mattel recently debuted a Barbie doll in Apfel’s likeness. Needless to say, Apfel is a natural in front of the camera – so much so that acclaimed documentary filmmaker Albert Maysles made her the subject of one of his final movies. “Iris,”

released just weeks after Maysles’ death in 2015, showcases Apfel in her element, creating outfits, shopping for bargains and offering sassy bon mots to the crowds at various high-profile events. It also offered a heartwarming look at Iris and Carl’s relationship – full of humor, devotion and mutual admiration. The film was the darling of the New York Film Festival, where it premiered, before being acquired by Magnolia Pictures for national distribution. When asked her thoughts on the film, she exclaims: “Everybody liked it, so I guess it’s OK!” However, that same year, Apfel’s beloved Carl passed away at age 100.

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“How can one express the emotions, pleasures and pain of 68 years?” Apfel writes in the foreword to her book. “I miss him madly.” Still, she refuses to slow down. At 96, she’s as busy as ever – which helps her maintain a youthful attitude, she says. “Age is a number,” she affirms. “I know young people in their 90s, and I know old people in their 40s. It’s just a matter of how you look at things. I’m happy to be alive and delighted to wake up in the morning. I think the world, as crazy as it is, is a wonderful place.” She maintains homes in New York City and Palm Beach. “I’m a resident,” she explains. “I’ve been coming to Palm Beach for 70 years. I just love it. It’s beautiful and peaceful. I have a lovely apartment on the lake and good friends.” But, even though she enjoys the island’s peaceful environs, the average day for Apfel is anything but boring, she says. “I don’t know a typical day. I

Mannequin photo by Karin Willis; with Carl and friends photo by Bruce Weber

“I never want to be an old fuddy-duddy. I hold the self-proclaimed record of being the World’s Oldest Living Teenager, and I intend to keep it that way.”


never have. Every day is different, and I love that. I absolutely hate monotony. I could never have a 9-to-5 job or work on the same thing over and over. I like to be challenged and stimulated. Every project should bring a new set of circumstances.” These days, she’s focused on promoting her new book, a joyous, colorful collection of photographs; drawings; reflections; and personal mottos on marriage, business, fame and style. “I didn’t want to do a coffee table book, and I didn’t want to do a memoir,” she explains. “I wouldn’t dream about doing a how-to book because I think they’re very insulting. But a

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“I’m the oldest living broad that ever graced a major cosmetics campaign.”

book of musings – bits and pieces – sounded like fun.” In celebration of the book’s release, Bergdorf Goodman launched a pop-up shop filled with exclusive merchandise that embodies Apfel’s unique style, including Libertine cashmere sweaters bearing her portrait; Edward Bess custom lipstick in the shade Very Red Apfel; and, of course, Alain Mikli’s thick, round, oversized glasses. To those hoping to follow in her formidable footsteps, Apfel avoids giving advice other than to stay true to one’s self. “I don’t preach,” she says. “Every woman has to seek her own level, her own sense of balance. I don’t want to do what someone else does, and someone else shouldn’t want to do what I do. It should be original, always.” O APRIL 2018 THE BOCA RATON OBSERVER

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FIVE ACCOMPLISHED AREA WOMEN SHARE WISDOM FROM THEIR UNIQUE PERSONAL JOURNEYS

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IFE IS AN ENDLESS CLASSROOM IN A LONG JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY. IN FACT, LEARNING IS EVERYTHING. IT’S VIRTUALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO SUCCEED IN ANY ENDEAVOR BE IT YOUR EDUCATION, CAREER, MARRIAGE, FAMILY OR SO CIAL LIFE WITHOUT LEARNING VALUABLE LESSONS ABOUT THE WORLD; THE PEOPLE WHO INHABIT IT; AND, ESPECIALLY, YOURSELF. IN SOUTH FLORIDA, FIVE OUTSTANDING WOMEN WHO HAVE REACHED THE PINNACLE OF ACHIEVEMENT IN THEIR FIELDS AGREE THAT, WITHOUT LEARNING, THERE IS NO PROGRESS. THEY HAVE ABSORBED WISDOM AND FORMED INSIGHTS AT EVERY STEP OF THEIR EXTRAOR DINARY LIVES, USED WHAT THEY HAVE LEARNED TO REACH SUCCESS AND BECOME RESOURCES FOR ANY ONE SEEKING TO KNOW THE KEYS TO WINNING IN LIFE. SO WE COULDN’T RESIST PICKING THEIR BRAINS. IN A NOD TO THE CLASSIC ESQUIRE COLUMN, “WHAT I’VE LEARNED,” WE ASKED THEM: WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED?

BARBARA SCHMIDT The philanthropist and wellness guru is the author of “The Practice: Simple Tools for Managing Stress, Finding Inner Peace and Uncovering Happiness,” a guide to spirituality in the modern world that has reached 4.6 million people. Schmidt is the founder of the Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life program and the Spirit of Giving Network. Every moment is our perfect teacher. Every person we meet is a teacher. The greatest thing is to be totally present. I have studied with many teachers, and the fun-

damental message they give us is to be in the present moment. Try not to be doing l0 things at once, and try, as much as possible, to be fully present with the people and

the things that are happening in your life. If we can have that perspective, we’re not as stressed and worried. Most of what I worried about didn’t happen, and, when things did happen, I handled them wonderfully because I was really present. I was able to think about what I needed to do in this moment and not try to jump ahead to the next moment. What is it you are being called to do? Look at what moves you, deep inside of you, and do that. If that’s something you’re willing to die for, live fully for it. I have opinions, but I am able to listen to the opinions of other people and not make a judgment or be angry. Try to feel your feelings at every moment. Don’t carry them as baggage. Experience and feel them in the moment, and then take an action or not. Do something with your feeling, or let it go.

JACQUELINE REEVES As managing partner of Bell Rock Capital, Reeves heads the firm’s research and portfolio strategy group. Often a featured financial expert in national media, she previously was managing director at Ryan Beck & Co. and director of research at Putnam Lovell NBF. She is past president of the Junior League of Boca Raton. Really have a passion for what you do, and make sure that passion burns really hard in your gut, so it drives you to effect change and also to make improvements to leave the world and [your] organization a little bit better off than when you arrived. You need to have patience to listen to everyone’s point of view. Maybe it doesn’t happen as quickly as you wanted, and maybe it doesn’t happen in exactly the same path that you had envisioned. But, collectively, by having that patience and by listening to everyone around the table, a greater solution may emerge. It just may take a little longer, and that’s OK. Lead by example. There is no job too small or too big that I will not execute. Stop trying to multitask. You don’t have to multitask every single minute. I make it a goal, wherever I am, to not look at my phone, to be present in the conversation and to listen and participate in what is being said. Value the friendships that you have, and be there for your friends. I try to encourage people more and more to pick up the phone – to actually have a conversation rather than by email or texting.

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MARY WONG Since 2006, Wong has served as president of the Listen Learn Care Foundation (formerly the Office Depot Foundation), benefiting various groups and causes. She also serves on the boards of Feed The Children, the United Nations Women’s Committee and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Corporate Citizenship Center. Don’t dwell on the past. Take the things you’ve learned with you, and take the great pieces and opportunities that you’ve had, and learn from those pieces so that you can be stronger. “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone” is my favorite quote. Take challenges, and embrace them, because they are also the things that really make you a better person. Along the way, I’ve learned that you can’t fix everything. There was a time in my naiveté when I thought, “I’m going to go up there, and we can just do it all and make it happen.” You realize that that’s just not always a possibility. The hardest thing for me was to learn to say no. But you do a better thing to say no because then you open up that vessel for somebody to say yes. Then, I can do a better job of targeting at giving my time and my energy to the things that I’m good at. I’ve learned how to reel myself in. There is no singularity in making an impact. There is no ego in this business. If I can help a kid go to school without being hungry and that is done in partnership with another organization, I’m happy to do that. You can choose to dwell in the past or look at new beginnings. New beginnings are always better.

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AVA PARKER In 2015, Parker became the first female president of Palm Beach State College. Before that, the attorney was the executive vice president of Florida Polytechnic University, a member of the Florida Board of Governors of the State University System and a member of the University of Central Florida’s Board of Trustees. It’s never too late to change your career and challenge yourself in a different direction. You never should limit yourself based on the standards of others or the path that others have taken. It is never too late to lead like a lady. I am in a male-dominated field, but it’s OK to approach this job as a woman would approach the job. It is a nuance that makes women unique leaders. I’m not afraid to be compassionate. Don’t be afraid to be competitive. Don’t be afraid to let that be a strength. It doesn’t mean that I’m always going to get there. It means that I’m always going to try to get there. That’s how I get the most positive results. You have to have something that centers you and serves as your foundation and keeps you grounded. With me, it’s my faith. I believe in God, and I rely upon my faith to help me navigate tough times. One thing I tell women is that it’s OK for you to not do what everybody else expects you to do. It’s OK for you to listen to yourself, listen to what will make you a better person and choose that path. You don’t have to be the person to go and get your kids at 2 p.m. You can rely on others to help you do those things so you can realize your goals in your career. If your career is important and you do well there, when you get home, you’ll be happier, and you’ll be a better parent.

SUSAN HAYNIE Haynie has a long record of public service: She’s the current mayor of Boca Raton and has been a city council member for 15 years. She’s also the former president of the Florida League of Cities, past president of the Palm Beach County League of Cities and Florida representative to the National League of Cities Presidential Task Force. A very important quality in life is adaptability. If you have a fixed idea of how things should be, and they are not, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment and failure. You have your plan for the day. That’s plan A. By the end of the day, I’m generally on plan C, but that’s OK. Life is an ever-changing landscape. Those who are able to adapt and embrace the change have a much happier life. We all need to be better listeners. That’s really vitally important to navigating through life. People are so busy broadcasting their issues that they don’t take the time to really listen to others. To listen to people and truly hear is how we connect with each other.

There’s just nowhere to hide [from communication]. It used to be, when the day was over, you could separate from your work life. But, today, with the cell phone, everyone’s there in front of you 24/7. It’s not as personal as the connection that you get when you are face to face with people. You can turn it off, but, then, when you turn it back on again, look out! If I don’t check my email for a day, I’ve got 150 pieces of email I need to respond to. We pay the price for disconnecting. What we do has a far greater impact than what we say. It’s important that people talk, but talk is cheap, and actions really reveal the true self. O

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JOURNALIST DEBORAH NORVILLE OPENS UP ABOUT HER FALL FROM GRACE AND RETURN TO THE TOP BY JOHN BLOSSER

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eborah Norville has been through hell and back – and lives to tell the tale. In 1991, she suffered a devastating, career-crushing dismissal as an anchor of NBC’s “Today” show after only 14 months in the coveted, high-profile job, and she was widely considered to be washed up in the world of broadcast journalism. “I was done – finished,” she says. “The fork was in me. I didn’t think I was ever going to be on television or get a job in the media again.” In the aftermath that no one saw, she fell into a deep depression; curled up in a fetal position in her bathtub, sobbing in anguish; packed on pounds; and lived in her bathrobe for weeks at a time The former beauty queen from Dalton, Georgia, had enjoyed a meteoric career rise, from being the only solo female anchor of a network newscast, “NBC News At Sunrise,” in 1987, to being elevated to news anchor on “Today” in 1989 and co-anchor in 1990. And her crash was every bit as dramatic. But she survived and fought her way back. Today, two-time Emmy winner Norville, 59, has been the anchor of CBS’ top-rated news show, “Inside Edition,” for 23 years, making her the longest-serving anchor in American television. She has authored several adult and children’s books, including 2007’s “Thank You Power: Making the Science of Gratitude Work for You,” a New York Times best-seller. She has been married to Swedish businessman Karl Wellner for 30 years and

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has raised three children. A lifelong fan of knitting and crocheting, she owns a thriving line of yarns, the Deborah Norville Collection, including high-end knitting and crochet needles. And, since 2013, she has served on the board of media conglomerate Viacom. Norville discussed how she climbed out of the pits of despair to reclaim the apex of success as the keynote speaker at the annual Lion of Judah Luncheon, hosted by the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County at The Polo Club of Boca Raton. She feels passionate about the subject and considers it a mission to help others beat depression. “There were tables of 10 at the luncheon,” she says. “Statistically, one in 10 women, or one person at every table in the room, is depressed. ‘There is someone in here who needs to hear this message,’ I told them. ‘This message is for you, and it will help you,’ and it does.” Norville discussed research she uncovered that shows that being philanthropically engaged creates both psychological and physical benefits. She served on the board of the Girl Scouts Council of Greater New York for 20 years and is currently director of the charitable group Broadcasters Foundation of America, which provides emergency funding for broadcasters in need.

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Gratitude is crucial, she says. Each day, if you take time to write down three things for which you are grateful, she notes, research shows that you will exercise an hour and a half day, she had slept for 12 hours and more a week, get more of your “to missed three feedings for her new do” list done, have fewer allergy atbaby. She made herself shower and tacks or headaches and be more sothen get dressed. That’s more of her cially engaged. In short, you will be advice: Take one small step at a time. happier and healthier. “I had been engaging in cookie Faith also is important in recovery, dough therapy, and it wasn’t helpsays Norville, who became a borning. I just got fatter,” she says. again Christian at the age of 15 and “When you need to have a good cry, remains so to this day. get in the shower, because your face “I believe that God does have a is going to be red and wet anyway plan,” she says. “It is our challenge when you get out.” and responsibility to find out what Norville cautions not to let your that plan is. Be patient, and wait for career become your identity. The it. Put yourself in the right place to danger is that, if you lose what you be open when it does happen.” do professionally – as she did – you When she was replaced on “Torisk losing who you are. day,” she was considered “finito” or “left “I am a huge believer that, if people for dead on the side of who are struggling with depression and the road” in news cova lack of self-worth can find a creative erage of the event, she says. Norville remempursuit that gives them a sense of bers the most vicious mastery, it will be a very important press quotes precisely tool for getting through that difficult, and bitterly, and it is painfully obvious that challenging phase.” the cost to her psyche was devastating and still stings. Her personal turnaround began weeks after leaving “Today.” One APRIL 2018 THE BOCA RATON OBSERVER

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With husband Karl Wellner

“I promised myself that I would never let executives in broadcasting have that kind of control over my life,” she says. Instead, focus on who you really are: a combination of your joys, sorrows, successes, beliefs and misfortunes. Another tool to combat depression is creativity, and, for Norville, that meant sewing and knitting, lifetime hobbies of hers.

The book lists self-help tips Norville discovered and provides a complete, scientifically proven toolkit for fighting one’s way out of depression, such as “acknowledge you’re having a crisis,” “do something for yourself,” “build your self-esteem,” “visualize your future” and “find a purpose in your crisis.” Unfulfilled by the lightweight subjects she was covering on “Inside Edition,” she began searching for information on fighting depression and was “blown away” to learn of recent research, she says: “This information was totally life-changing for me. When you feel and express gratitude and acknowledge the things for which you are grateful in your life, you actually are made healthier.” Today, her three children – Niki, 26; Kyle, 23; and Mikaela, 20 – are doing great; her marriage is strong; and she remains incredibly busy with all of her ventures.

“My hope is that I’ve been a good role model for my kids – that they know that a life of productivity and a life of service doesn’t mean that you can’t also have a wonderful family life. Because, at the end of the day, family is what matters most. I have been blessed.” “I am a huge believer that, if people who are struggling with depression and a lack of self-worth can find a creative pursuit that gives them a sense of mastery, it will be a very important tool for getting through that difficult, challenging phase,” she says. Her way out of the darkness began in 1991 when Norville got the chance to host the radio show “The Deborah Norville Show: From Her Home to Yours.” That was followed by joining CBS for “Street Stories” and “48 Hours” in 1992 and, in 1995, winning the slot as anchor on “Inside Edition.” Her comeback would culminate in 1997 with the publication of “Back on Track: How to Straighten Out Your Life When it Throws You a Curve,” which chronicled her path out of depression and shared her personal roadmap to recovery.

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“My hope is that I’ve been a good role model for my kids – that they know that a life of productivity and a life of service doesn’t mean that you can’t also have a wonderful family life. Because, at the end of the day, family is what matters most,” she says. “I have been blessed.” O


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GAME CHANGERS THESE FEARLESS FEMALES ARE BREAKING NEW GROUND IN SOUTH FLORIDA STEM FIELDS BY DEBRA BANERJEE

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FFORTS TO CLOSE THE GENDER GAP IN STEM SCIENCE, TECH NOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH FIELDS HAVE NEVER BEEN MORE CRITICAL NOT ONLY FOR TECHNOLOGICAL LITERACY AND THE PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS ESSENTIAL FOR NEGOTIATING OUR INCREASINGLY COMPLEX WORLD BUT FOR OPPORTUNITIES AND PARITY IN THE JOB MARKET. ACCORDING TO THE UNESCO REPORT “CRACKING THE CODE: GIRLS’ AND WOMEN’S EDUCATION IN STEM,” CAREERS IN STEM FIELDS ARE THE JOBS OF THE FUTURE. WOMEN MAKE UP 50 PERCENT OF THE COLLEGE EDUCATED WORKFORCE BUT ONLY 29 PERCENT OF THE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING WORKFORCE, ACCORDING TO THE NATIONAL GIRLS COLLABORATIVE PROJECT, AN OR GANIZATION SEEKING TO INCREASE DIVERSITY AND EQUALITY IN STEM FIELDS. ACCESS AND EARLY EMPHASIS ON SCIENCE EDUCATION AS WELL AS GUIDANCE FROM MENTORS AND INTERNSHIPS CAN EMPOWER GIRLS TO PURSUE STEM PROFESSIONS. THE FOLLOWING SUCCESSFUL WOMEN IN STEM SHOW THAT THERE’S NO REASON TO BE SIDELINED BY “STEM ANXIETY.” THEIR ACHIEVEMENTS ARE FUE LED BY INGENUITY, PERSEVERANCE AND SUSTAINED ENCOURAGEMENT.

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Center and Aquarium for kids 9 and up and adults. Building a mousetrap car is a great educational exercise because it incorporates the principles of physics, using the energy of the mousetrap to power the car. She also presents mousetrap car workshops in STEM sessions with 150 middle- and high-school girls for the Women’s Foundation of Florida, an experience DeWitt calls “totally rewarding, completely awesome.” DeWitt’s interest in teaching science “came through the back door,” she says. As a child growing up mostly in Florida, DeWitt liked to tinker, taking objects apart and putting them back together. “I was always curious about how things work,” she says. Her father, a master handyman by trade, showed her how to use tools. Outings with her parents and sister encouraged her interest in the natural sciences. DeWitt earned a bachelor’s degree in geology from Florida Atlantic University and a master’s degree in science education from the University of Florida. But, when she was young, she says, “there wasn’t a push to get girls interested in STEM. Had I been funneled into higher-level math and science classes in high school, I could have been an engineer.” Opportunities now exist in schools, she says. STEM subjects require “stick-with-it-ness,” DeWitt explains, and parents have to support their kids’ efforts. Learning is not instant, she says, and failures are to be expected, but “anyone can develop the ability to understand anything.”

Palm Beach County science teacher Dawn DeWitt’s students were the ones to beat at national science competitions for many years. “I pushed them to wrap their minds around the ideas of engineering and design, mostly around mousetrap cars, but other projects as well,” says DeWitt, 57, who has been teaching for 28 years. “They were wildly successful.” DeWitt, the 2015 Palm Beach County STEM Teacher of the Year, oversaw SECME Olympiads for a dozen years before stepping down as advisor to the school club. SECME is a national program seeking to create a diverse workforce by reaching out to students “I pushed students to wrap who are historically undertheir minds around the ideas represented in STEM fields. “Now, I’m trying to of engineering and design, broaden my practice and mostly around mousetrap cars, bring it to the general pubbut other projects as well. They lic,” says the eighth grade teacher at Wellington were wildly successful.” – Dawn DeWitt Landings Middle School. DeWitt, a Lake Worth resident, teaches workshops on mousetrap cars at the South Florida Science APRIL 2018 THE BOCA RATON OBSERVER

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MAKING WAVES HANNAH HERBST Most 17-year-olds aren’t thinking about energy probes and solving problems in the developing world. But Boca Raton teen Hannah Herbst, one of the youngest on the 2018 Forbes 30 under 30 list in the energy sector, is doing just that and more. Herbst invented a device that captures energy from ocean waves to produce electricity. BEACON (Bringing Electricity Access to Countries Through Ocean Energy) uses a water turbine connected to an AC generator to convert the energy from ocean currents. It could be used to power a water desalinization pump, medical equipment or a 12-volt battery. Herbst’s innovation came from her wish to help her Ethiopian pen pal and others like her who have limited “I got the idea for BEACON in access to electricity. 2013 but began building and “I got the idea for BEACON in 2013 but began building and testing in 2014,” she testing in 2014. I am still working says. “I am still working on this project and on this project and am in the am in the fourth year of development.” fourth year of development.” Winning the title of America’s Top – Hannah Herbst Young Scientist in the 3M Young Scientist Challenge in 2015, she was invited to the White House Science Fair in 2016 to discuss her prototype with President Barack Obama. Herbst also received a Congressional Award for her work in 2016. She has delivered speeches at many prestigious scientific gatherings, including the United Nations STI (Science, Technology and Innovation) Forum. Herbst has been featured as one of Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls, an organization that helps girls “cultivate their authentic selves.” The daughter of Julie and Joel Herbst, she is dually enrolled as a junior at FAU High School and as a sophomore at FAU, pursuing an undergraduate degree in computer engineering. Herbst is passionate about theater and was very involved in sports when she was younger, she says. But, in the summer before seventh grade, her mother decided she should check out the engineering and technology camp at FAU. Herbst was the only girl enrolled and wasn’t sure she wanted to go, but her mother encouraged her to try it for a day, Herbst recalls. “That was a turning point for me,” she says. Learning to build robots, she was hooked, discovering a new passion for robotics and programming. Herbst enjoys helping children with their competition projects at A.D. Henderson elementary-middle school at FAU and believes early exposure is key to developing STEM muscles. She credits her STEM camp and network of mentors with helping her achieve her goals. “Reaching out to other people is important,” Herbst says. Her ultimate goal is to improve the lives of others through her research, she says. Her newest project explores medical applications for shark skin.

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CRUNCHING NUMBERS DANI PASCARELLA AND KORRIE MARTINEZ

la found herself offering advice to friends who were struggling with student loans, credit card debt and other financial pressures in a tough job market after the recession. Invibed.com was “built out of frustration,” Pascarella says. “There was no good solution out there to help them achieve their financial goals.” That’s when Pascarella asked Martinez to partner up “to create a brand millennials could trust,” Pascarella says. Martinez is Invibed.com’s chief content officer, content writer, editor and manager. The site has evolved from hosting financial articles to offering wealth coaching. Through mobile videos, technology and one-on-one sessions, the fee-based wealthcoaching platform delivers “the knowledge and tools you need to take control of your money and make it grow,” Pascarella says. She learned how to code and how to make compelling videos to build the website. “If I don’t know how to solve a problem, it’s because I don’t have the skills to do it,” she says. “Education is a way of overcoming that fear that you can’t do it. You learn that you can do it.” Adds Martinez: “When you’re starting a new company, you step out of your comfort zone a lot faster than you would normally. You’ll learn whatever it is that’s holding you back. The success of the business is relying on that.” O

Dani Pascarella and Korrie Martinez are from different sides of the career spectrum, but the longtime “besties” from Boca Raton joined forces to found the financial technology startup Invibed.com. The company provides financial literacy and wealth coaching to the millennial generation. The entrepreneurial duo was accepted last fall into the competitive, three-month startup accelerator program at New York University, pitching Invibed.com to investors and industry leaders at NY Edtech Week. “Edtech” – technology products used in and for education – is a segment of the technology sector. The intensive program included mentoring, networking and “Shark Tank”-like sessions. “It was such a great learning experience,” Martinez says. Martinez, 31, and Pascarella, 30, met as sophomores at Spanish River High School. They both graduated from UF in 2009. Pascarella earned a degree in business administration and Spanish, and Martinez got a degree in advertising. Pascarella, who lives in New York City, is a certified financial planner and holds a master’s degree in business journalism from Columbia University. “If I don’t know how to solve a Martinez lives in Boca problem, it’s because I don’t have Raton and is a marketing professional and the skills to do it. Education is a way writer with experience of overcoming that fear that you can’t across digital platforms. do it. You learn that you can do it.” While working on – Dani Pascarella Wall Street, Pascarel-

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MAKE WAY FOR FEMALE CO-WORKING SPACES, DESIGNED FOR COLLABORATION AND SOCIALIZING BY JAMIE SORCHER

e’ve come a long way, baby. Back in the day, women were relegated to the kitchen and taking care of their families. Getting a job was practically verboten, and there were no professional organizations for females to join. Instead, they were involved in church groups, charitable projects or book clubs, giving them a chance to make friends and have a life outside their homes.

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But women wanted more, and the social movement that took root during the Progressive era sparked that fervor. We can thank pioneer and newspaper columnist Fanny Fern for co-founding Sorosis, America’s first professional women’s club, in 1868 after being denied entry to an all-male New York Press Club dinner honoring Charles Dickens. Decades later, women’s clubs took on

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controversial issues like abortion and equal rights. Today, women continue to organize and support organizations that offer them a chance to network and turn ideas into action. And that includes having a voice in the workforce. No longer content to stay at home or work in traditional jobs, many women are establishing their own businesses; more than 11.6 million U.S. companies are owned by females. But many of these businesses are sole partnerships, and that can be isolating when you need feedback on an idea or mentoring for a project. The solution? Female-focused working co-ops – multifunctional homeaway-from-home venues where women can work, share ideas, attend workshops, socialize and even get their nails polished (because we all know there aren’t enough hours in the day to do it all). These spaces are popping up all across the country, including in South Florida. “Finding a co-working space is about finding the place where you can do your best work,” says Jamie Russo, executive director of the Global

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“It is not about excluding men. Women are operating in a business world that we did not create, and we have always been the outsider playing by a man’s rules. We have created a space that is designed by women for women, and we can invite men into our space, into a world that we created, to play by our rules.” – Felena Hanson, founder, Hera Hub

Workspace Association in Palo Alto, California. “This may be based on location, the aesthetic or where you find your ‘tribe.’ For some women, they really thrive in a women-only or womenforward environment. That’s where they feel most comfortable.” The co-working idea started about 10 years ago in the Bay Area tech scene, according to Felena Hanson, who created San Diego-based Hera Hub in 2011. “A few guys who were programming got together in someone’s basement, and the concept grew from

there,” she says. “Co-working is still very strong throughout the tech industry, and that is where a lot of these spaces still continue to play – which is great and important – but, on our site and on other femalefocused sites, as an accomplished woman, hanging out on bean bags with beer kegs and ping-pong tables isn’t our thing. Creating space that is developed by women for women is our focus.” Although Hera Hub – which has outposts in Phoenix, Sweden and Washington, D.C., and plans to open

venues in Atlanta, Seattle and Houston – focuses on women, it’s not exclusive to them, Hanson emphasizes. “For us, it is not about excluding men. We value men. They are an important part of the conversation. The way I explain it is that women are operating in a business world that we did not create, and we have always been the outsider playing by a man’s rules. Our model is that we have created a space that is designed by women for women, and we can invite men into our space, into a world that we created, to play by our rules.”

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“Finding a co-working space is about finding the place where you can do your best work. This may be based on location, the aesthetic or where you find your ‘tribe.’ For some women, they really thrive in a women-only or women-forward environment. That’s where they feel most comfortable.” – Jamie Russo, executive director, Global Workspace Association

Hera Hub offers a tranquil spa-like environment (think aromatic candles) where women can collaborate and take their businesses to the next level, including finding partners, uncovering new market opportunities and obtaining financing. The focus, explains Hanson, is on business development, including a 12-week business accelerator program and a 48hour Business Launch Boot Camp. “Our mission is to provide entrepreneurial women with a productive, professional work and meeting space, where they can connect with a like-minded community to collaborate and flourish,” notes the website. Each female-centric co-work company has its own vibe. Manhattanbased The Wing, which is opening locations in Brooklyn and Washington, D.C., this year, takes more of a social club approach. It has a beauty room, a snack area, a lactation room and pink décor with soft lighting. No men are allowed, and the first edition of its print magazine, No Man’s Land

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– “for women with something to say and nothing to prove” – is available at Barnes & Noble. The Hivery is another of the early female co-working spaces, communities and inspiration labs. Launched in 2014 and based in Mill Valley, California, it’s a gathering place where entrepreneurs and creatives (including men) create meaningful work, form lasting connections and pursue their next moves. “We love big ideas, shared know-

how, tremendous kindness, time for creativity, a place for soul, and we are constantly blown away by the unstoppable power of those who come together to collaborate and support each other,” notes the group’s website. With two locations in Seattle, The Riveter is a female-forward cowork space and community designed for business and impact. “Every program in our space recognizes the vitality of women and the value of our voices,” according to its website.


“Office spaces are becoming more social. They’re being designed for more interaction and have areas for a er-work activities. It is the blending of work and life.” – Steve King, partner, Emergent Research

It welcomes entrepreneurs, freelancers, consultants, remote workers and everyone in between. “We aren’t a private social club; we welcome men and allies into our membership and our movement to empower all women everywhere,” notes the website. “The Riveter is the platform where the trail of shattered glass shines brighter every day.” Members participate in professional programming, such as negotiations workshops and pitch competitions, as well as social impact events like the Seattle Women’s March. A Los Angeles location is set to launch this year. South Florida’s female movers and shakers will get their version of a co-working space next month when Aileen Lavin launches The Emery, a 3,900-square-foot venue that will offer both a social club and a business approach. The North Miami Beach real estate agent, who also founded the local Ladies Who Launch networking group, says the Hallandale Beach facility will cater to businesswomen and those looking to meet other women and socialize. “It was originally for entrepreneurs, so events are tailored to workshops, seminars and networking to boost your business and get yourself out there,” she says. “But the other aspect of it is a social club. You can

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join if you have a business or if you just want to get out of your house.” The Emery, which will be located in Atlantic Village on US 1, has many incentives to join. “We’re going to have a restaurant. It will be a healthy café where you can enjoy lunch and have a tailored space to call your own. The furniture is very feminine. There is a glam room, and I am working on hooking up with the Glamsquad to offer on-demand blowouts and polish changes. This is a one-stop shop,” says Lavin. “This is a collaborative, open workspace. We only have five offices, which are at the perimeter of the space. It is a wide-open, glorified, beautiful living room with workstations. The goal is for you to connect and meet other women.” Although she has yet to open the doors, Lavin envisions creating additional spaces in the area. “The goal would be Boca, Weston, Coral Gables and Midtown Miami,” she says. “There are so many places where there is an opportunity for this.” Although the concept of female

co-working is gaining in popularity, these spaces only make up 1 percent to 1.5 percent of office space today, notes Steve King, partner at Emergent Research, a research and consulting firm focused on small businesses. “We are still talking about small percentages, and it is still a very small market relative to the size of the workforce,” he says. But the benefits – and potential – are far-reaching. “There is an evolution already happening that many don’t realize. If you go into any new corporate office building or commercial building that targets multiple tenants, you will see the co-working look and feel,” King says. “Office spaces are becoming more social. They’re being designed for more interaction and have areas for after-work activities. It is the blending of work and life. People are trying to copy Facebook and Google campuses where workers want to come and stay all day and into the night because all of these aspects are combined. Co-working is showing that it can be done.” O

“This is a collaborative, open workspace. We only have five offices, which are at the perimeter of the space. The goal is for you to connect and meet other women.” – Aileen Lavin, founder, The Emery

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Our community has no shortage of dynamic and powerful women, from nonprofit leaders, managers, entrepreneurs and educators to volunteers, country club presidents, interior designers and public relations pros. Here, we’ve rounded up the crème de la crème, and the list is long and impressive. These women are skilled, experienced and successful in their respective fields. Keep reading to meet these incredible females and learn why they are the Wonder Women of South Florida.

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ENGAGE AND INSPIRE

Alan J. Bauman, M.D.

Cindy Bergman Loves Making Connections That Make A Difference

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ou might call Cindy Bergman the matchmaker of the Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center. “The best part of my job, and what I find most inspiring, is connecting donors with the things they are passionate about,” says Bergman, who, for nearly the last decade, has served as the Levis JCC’s

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associate executive director. Bergman has worked in the nonprofit world for 36 years, first in her native New York and later with Jewish organizations in Palm Beach County. What she loves the most about the Levis JCC is that it offers a wide range of programs and services to the entire community – from newborns to the

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elderly, as well as those with special needs. “We are here for your entire journey through life,” Bergman says. “It’s everything I love about life; there is art, culture, learning, sports, wellness and more. After working at six nonprofits, I am at an agency that literally touches upon everything I love most.” Bergman has been connected with many of the organization’s supporters for many years. “I knew Al and Rose Levis back when they gave their first major gift to name this agency,” she says. “Now their daughter, Judy Levis Markhoff, is one of our most generous

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donors, and their grandson Matt Baker is president. I have worked with three generations of one family, and that is very special.” For those who like to get away, the Levis JCC offers travel programs, from oneday to international trips, through its Sandler Center. Zale Pre-School is where a love for learning that lasts a

Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center is located at 9801 Donna Klein Blvd., Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-852-3200 or visit levisjcc.org.

lifetime begins, and, for parents who know the value of a great camp experience and want to ensure that their children are learning new skills and are safe, there’s Marleen Forkas year-round camps. The Schwedelson Special Needs department has been serving families for 25 years. And the Resale Boutique not only serves as a revenue producer but also as a resource for those trying to get back on their feet. “Our agency has so many pillars of critical programming,” Bergman says. “We are a strong and caring resource for our community, and, each day, we make an impact on the lives of those we serve.”


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A PERFECT FIT Lori Mutobaya: Women Are Highly Valued At Clive Daniel Home

Lori Mutobaya

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hen Clive Daniel Home’s Daniel Lubner and his father, Clive, decided to expand their presence in Florida more than two years ago, they called Lori Mutobaya. Her more than 25 years in retail sales, as well as her longstanding relationship with the father-son design team, made her the perfect choice. Mutobaya was working in New York at Stuckley Audi & Co. when she received the offer to run the Boca Raton location. Upon accepting the offer to be the Boca Raton store’s general manager, Mutobaya oversaw every detail of the 70,000-squarefoot, $12 million location as it emerged from the ground. Today, as general manager,

she oversees Clive Daniel Home’s 65 employees. In fact, one of the reasons she came back to work for Clive Daniel Home and the Lubner family is because of the high regard they place on women. “They value the women’s perspective, our work ethic and what we bring to the table, and they always have. That’s why I work for them,” Mutobaya says.

Clive Daniel Home is located at 1351 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd., Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-440-4663 or visit clivedaniel.com.

“I have hired every person in the store and work with each of them every day,” she says. “I have an awesome team of designers and support staff, beyond anyone I have ever worked with.” Visitors will find furnishings, bedding, linens, rugs, window treatments, flooring, lighting, artwork, accessories and a team of designers who can help put it all together. “Each week, we bring in new furniture, we put up new wallpaper, we change the color of the walls – all in an effort to provide our clients with an environment that inspires creativity,” Mutobaya says. “It is there to inspire rather than dictate to you, and it works like a dream.”

“I do this for a living because of the designers. They are the most creative and intelligent people,” Mutobaya says. Clive Daniel Home’s original 87,000-square-foot location, which also serves as its corporate headquarters, opened in 2011 in Naples. Together, the stores offer

They value the women’s “perspective, our work ethic and what we bring to the table, and they always have. ” clients a one-stop-shopping experience – from fine furnishings to complete renovations. No two weeks are ever the same, as the showroom look continually evolves. In keeping its showroom at the highest echelon, Clive Daniel Home has recently added an interactive technological factor: virtual and augmented reality programs. Stay tuned for more!

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PASSION FOR FASHION

Alan J. Bauman, M.D.

Beth Raymond of From Collars To Cuffs Asks: Why Fit In When You Were Born To Stand Out?

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aving a mother who was known as the “fashion queen of Philadelphia” might sound like a lot to live up to. But, if Beth Raymond’s mother were here today, she likely would say her daughter has more than earned the crown. As founder and CEO of From Collars to Cuffs, Raymond has spent almost 30

We have clients who come to us straight from the airport, just to have their clothing made.

years helping clients look and feel fabulous. When Raymond first launched her company, she was designing and manufacturing custom men’s shirts, which is still her No. 1 passion. Today, she is designing for and dressing men and women from around the country in custom-made shirtings and clothing for casual, business, cocktail and evening wear.

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Beth Raymond “We help our clients select the finest, one-of-a-kind fabrics from around the world. We give the finest in personal service, taking measurements, creating the design with our clients’ input, doing fittings, all while keeping in mind clients’ personal style and budget,” Raymond says. Raymond works with a world-renowned Miami showroom that offers exquisite designer fabrics – from silks to laces to bouclé and everything in between – to make suitings, jackets, blouses, dresses and gowns. With her factory in New York, she has made a line of exclusive Italian shirtings for From Collars to Cuffs only. Her new lightweight Italian leather jackets are perfect for

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South Florida. “Nothing is off the rack. Our clients are upscale, discerning customers who chair events and attend important business and charity functions, so they do not want to see another attendee wearing their same store-purchased outfit,” Raymond says. “Heads turn when a client walks into a room wearing my designs.” Most of her clients have been coming to her for years. Word of mouth brings in new From Collars to Cuffs is located at 1180 Fairfax Lane, Weston. For more information, call 954-389-7353 or 305-934-8079 or visit fromcollarstocuffs.com.

ones. Raymond believes it is crucial to give personal service. She takes the time personally, which is imperative to her, to meet with clients in their homes, offices, at her office in Weston or in the fabric showroom. “We have clients who come to us straight from the airport, just to have their clothing made,” she says. Her clients, who include businessmen and businesswomen, attorneys, sports figures and their spouses, appreciate the fact that she pays special attention to detail. Her passion for fashion is evident in everything she does. “I live for fashion,” she says. “I love to make people look and feel special.”


Dr. Christina Seamster

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EDUCATION REVOLUTION Dr. Christina Seamster Is Bringing A New Way Of Learning To Boca Raton

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hen it comes to education, Christina Seamster, Ph.D., does not believe that one size fits all. That’s why, for the last seven of her 14 years in education, she has worked in non-traditional school settings. When presented with the chance to get in on the ground floor of Fusion Academy Boca Raton, Dr. Seamster knew it was where she belonged. “I have always been drawn to out-of-the-box thinking and educational models,” says Dr. Seamster, who spent six years as an assistant principal with Florida Virtual School. “I loved my work, but I missed the social interaction and relationship building with stu-

dents in person.” Set to open in May, Fusion Academy is part of an educational movement that began nearly 30 years ago in California. Today, there are 46 campuses across the country, including one that opened earlier this year in Miami’s Dadeland area. What sets Fusion Academy apart is its one-on-one learning environment and

Fusion Academy Boca Raton is located at 5050 Conference Way N., Boca Raton. For more information, call 954-560-1205 or visit fusionacademy.com.

customized scheduling designed to meet the needs of students who may not thrive in a traditional classroom setting. Dr. Seamster is quick to point out that “thriving” can mean different things to different students. “It can mean serving a student with straight As who is not happy and stressed out. It can be a student with Bs and Cs who hasn’t found their passion,” she says. All students who attend are on a high school diploma track. She joined Fusion Academy last October as head of school and has spent the last six months doing community outreach, building relationships with other schools and mental

health professionals and hiring a team of educators. The campus is approximately 12,000 square feet and, when completed, will have 20 classrooms, two state-of-the-art music studios, an art studio, a full science lab “with all of the equipment you need to do experiments” as well as two homework cafes where students can hang out, socialize

have always been drawn “to Iout-of-the-box thinking and educational models. ”

and get their work done. Fusion Academy will be able to accommodate 70 students, but the target is to open with 15. “We are intentional about who we enroll,” says Dr. Seamster. “Culture is important to us. We want the right kids to be our founding students, and we will grow strategically.”

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CREATING SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES

Alan J. Bauman, M.D.

Debbie Quint Helps JARC Florida’s Clients Lead Extraordinary Lives

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ebbie Quint is passionate about helping adults with developmental disabilities find meaningful job opportunities in the South Florida community. “I believe everyone should have a shot at a successful life,” says Quint, an active volunteer supporter of Jewish Association for Residential Care (JARC)

everyone should have “I believe a shot at a successful life.” ”

Florida, a nonprofit, non-sectarian organization in Boca Raton. For the past three years, Quint has been involved with JARC, which provides a wide range of residential, vocational and support programs for its clients and their families. “This is an amazing organization led by caring, compassionate professionals who are committed to making a differ-

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ence in the lives of adults who deserve our support,” she says. Quint has a deep understanding of the needs of the developmentally disabled. She earned a master’s degree in special education from Columbia University and worked with this population before retiring to Boca with her husband, Robert, in 2015. “Our daughter and grandchildren live here, but we still have a home in New York and enjoy traveling to see our other two children,” she says. Quint became interested in a career in special education in childhood, as one of her good friends was hard of hearing. “I have always had a special place in my heart for these unique individuals,” she says. After moving to Boca, she

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learned about JARC from a friend whose daughter is a client there. “I reached out to volunteer and soon became involved in organizing the galas, and this year I am co-chairing the auction,” she says. “Now, I also serve on the board, along with other caring people in our community.” JARC operates residential homes in Boca Raton and Delray Beach as well as a supported living apartment program and vocational, social and rec-

JARC Florida is located at 21160 95th Ave. S., Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-558-2572 or visit jarcfl.org.

reational support in the Mel & Elaine Stein Living and Learning Center on the campus of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County. Quint believes that one of JARC’s most important programs is Community Works, which trains clients and prepares them to join the region’s workforce. For instance, the association’s Cafe 95 helps clients build skills to work in area kitchens and restaurants. “Our gala this year highlights the employers who have hired our clients, such as Marshalls, Woodfield Country Club and Addison Reserve,” Quint says. “Together, we empower these extraordinary people so they can earn a paycheck and enjoy living ordinary lives.”


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ALL IN THE FAMILY

Pino Napoli Tile & Graniteb Builds Dreams And Relationships

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ranki Colbert, owner and vice president of Pino Napoli Tile & Granite, isn’t a matchmaker, but her story reads like one. Colbert and her husband, Phil, had always dreamed of owning a business, and, when the time was right, it found them. The story of Pino Napoli Tile & Granite is like “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” – if the couple were two companies instead of two people. Both Pino and Napoli had been operating as separate companies successfully for years, most recently under one owner. It was the Colberts’ dream to take a good company and make it better – in this case, take two and create one unified company,

one cohesive brand. “Combining two separate companies felt like a marriage,” Franki Colbert says. “The Pinos do things a certain way, and the Napolis do things a certain way.” Now, designers, artisans and craftsmen converge in two locations but one company, Pino Napoli Tile & Granite, a one-stop shop where customers bring their interior dreams to life. Come in on a busy Satur-

Pino Napoli Tile & Granite has two locations. For more information, call 561-9212002 in Delray Beach or 954-971-0992 in Pompano Beach or visit pinonapoli.com.

day, and you’ll see adults acting like kids in a candy store. “I walk into our showroom, and everyone is smiling, the music is playing, there’s tiles spread out all over the floor, there are mosaics all over the place, our clients are all over the place – everyone is using their vision. It’s almost like they’re playing,” Colbert says. The two locations combine into one seamless operation offering everything from design to installation. They even have in-house fabrication so you can choose your countertops and see them through from slab to fab. For the Colberts, owning a business was always about creating something special. “Our focus is not on clos-

ing the deal,” Colbert says. “It’s about building longterm relationships.” They do it by giving their clients individualized attention. They understand that they’re not just selling gorgeous tile mosaics, eye-catching backsplashes, gleaming laminate flooring and granite countertops. It’s the kitchen where your family gathers;

where you create “yourIt’shappiness. It’s your home. It’s your office – you spend a lot of time there. We want you to be happy.

it’s remodeling your bathroom into a relaxing, spa-like retreat; or making your office a sanctuary where you can perform at your best. “It’s where you create your happiness. It’s your home. It’s your office – you spend a lot of time there,” she says. “We want you to be happy.”

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IT’S SERENDIPITY!

Alan J. Bauman, M.D.

Lisa Stark’s Designer Consignment Store Delights Boca Shoppers

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o you enjoy browsing for beautiful designer accessories? Does it thrill you to get a great price on an authentic Hermés, Gucci or Louis Vuitton handbag? If so, you’ll love shopping at Serendipity Consignment in Boca Raton. “For 23 years, we have been delighting our customers,” says owner Lisa Stark, whose pristine high-end boutique

I stand behind our pre-loved luxury handbags, jewelry, designer shoes and other accessories – everything in my store.

has been named the best consignment store in Boca Raton for the past decade. “I stand behind our pre-loved luxury handbags, jewelry, designer shoes and other accessories – everything in my store.” Through the years, Stark has pioneered the concept of a designer consignment store,

Lisa Stark growing her loyal clientele through her alluring products; personal service; and TV and radio appearances, including her “Serendipity Style,” airing Thursdays at 7 p.m. on FM 95.3 and AM 1470. “I bring in experts on fashion and style, and we talk about trends in our market, such as the growing appeal of designer handbags,” she says. Stark also hosts artist appearances, charitable events and trunk shows at her store in east Boca, close to Mizner Park. In addition to Serendipity Consignment’s regular hours (10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and until 9 p.m. on Friday), she opens her store by ap-

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pointment and takes selections to her clients’ homes. Drawing on her in-depth knowledge of the market, Stark purchases items directly from individuals so they don’t have to wait for their pieces to sell. Then, she goes out of her way to help her customers find the perfect accessory for any occasion. For instance, she keeps wish lists for her customers and lets them Serendipity Consignment is located at 111 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-338-0656 or visit consignmentboca.com.

know when a desirable piece has arrived, and she even offers a layaway program. Stark also sells Chanel, Hermés, Prada, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Roberto Cavalli, Emilio Pucci, Fendi, YSL and other designer handbags online to clients around the world who value her outstanding reputation for honesty and integrity. “Buyers need to beware of counterfeits,” she says. “But, with my experience, I can spot them immediately and never buy them for my store. That’s just one of the reasons Serendipity is known as Boca’s premier consignment boutique for designer accessories.”


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Stonebridge Country Club Is Not Just A Community – It’s A Lifestyle

Leslie Greenberg

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eslie Greenberg and her husband moved to Stonebridge Country Club 15 years ago. Stonebridge, a mandatory membership gated community, had everything they were looking for in a country club setting. Most of the 398 homes in Stonebridge are situated on at least one-third-acre lots, and, because there were multiple builders onsite during the development of the community, Stonebridge does not have a cookie cutter look. Having previously served as vice president of sales at Nabisco Brands (the first female to hold that position) and, later, as president and CEO of an international Belgian chocolate company, Greenberg did not realize

that she would soon be embarking upon a second career – as president of a country club. Greenberg started volunteering on various committees and eventually became a member of the board of governors. After three years as vice president, Greenberg was elected president last year. During her tenure, she has worked tirelessly to make Stonebridge one of Boca Raton’s premier country clubs.

Stonebridge Country Club is located at 10343 Stonebridge Blvd., Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-488-0800 or visit stonebridgefl.com.

The key to that success, she says, is “hiring seasoned professionals who have a vision and lots of creativity.” In the past four years, the community, under Greenberg’s guidance, has hired a new general manager, a new executive chef, a new pastry chef, a new director of membership and marketing and a new director of golf, all designed to ensure “excellent member satisfaction.” In addition to new management, Stonebridge, having already completed an entire renovation of its clubhouse, recently renovated its golf course, updated its tennis and pool complex and purchased state-of-theart equipment for its enlarged fitness center. Although pri-

marily known as a golf community, Greenberg also recognized the need to expand what was being offered to its existing and potential new members. With fewer people playing golf, Stonebridge recently enlarged its sports complex to include pickleball and basketball. “The key to our club, especially as a relatively small

What sets Stonebridge “apart from most other clubs is its sense of community and its warm, welcoming membership. ”

club, is that we have to adapt to the changing times, and we have done a good job of creating and implementing a strategic plan that does just that,” Greenberg says. “What sets Stonebridge apart from most other clubs is its sense of community and its warm, welcoming membership.”

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PASSION FOR DESIGN

Susan Lachance Helps Clients Achieve The Perfect Look

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usan Lachance Interior Design has continued to offer unsurpassed service and style in South Florida for the past 44 years. Her strong background in architecture and construction combined with creativity and a good business sense has landed her many awards and published projects.

offer a concierge “We turnkey service from

initial space design and architectural detailing through final installation.

“We offer a concierge turnkey service from initial space design and architectural detailing through final installation,” says Lachance. A native of England, Lachance came to the United States at an early age and began working for a Miami architect when she was 15 years old. She soon became

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head designer for the largest commercial interior design firm in Miami before launching her own company. Since founding her firm in 1974, Lachance has built an exceptional reputation with an assembled team of professionals who have worked together for years. Susan Lachance Interior Design takes pride in attention to detail, delivering outstanding projects while working alongside architects and builders. “They made renovating, designing and decorating our house a fun experience,” says one client. “We had com-

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plete trust; they went above and beyond our expectations. We wouldn’t hesitate recommending them to anyone.” Lachance’s clients appreciate the knowledge, dedication and personal attention that she gives to every project. As one client says in a review on Houzz.com, “Susan

Susan Lachance Interior Design is located at 1001 Clint Moore Road, Ste. 100, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-241-3800 or visit susanlachance.com.

Lachance has done four projects for us spanning a total of 27 years. Her staff is extremely well trained, and her craftsmen are exceptional.” Working with Lachance makes designing and building your dream home a smooth and easy process with professional results. “Many Boca residents today are looking for a warm, contemporary style,” Lachance says. “But, regardless of their design preferences, they want us to handle all the details.” The best decision you can make is hiring Susan Lachance Interior Design.


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TilsonPR Strategically Helps Build Successful Businesses One Pitch At A Time

Tracy Tilson

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racy Tilson, president of TilsonPR, knows one thing for sure: Enthusiasm is contagious. In fact, she bottles and stockpiles it to fuel her team of passionate public relations professionals – it’s her not-so-secret weapon. TilsonPR leverages that enthusiasm to build buzz for its clients’ products and services through a strategic mix of public relations, branding, social media, promotions and events. The vibe is palpable at TilsonPR, and clients feel the team’s unbridled energy from the moment they call. Pouring their passion into their work, the Tilson Team becomes a seamless extension of its clients’ marketing teams. “It starts with creating re-

lationships and understanding our clients’ business and then always going the extra mile,” Tilson says. The formula works. The agency’s diverse clientele of local businesses and big national brands, many of which the firm has served for decades, are devotees because TilsonPR effectively defines client’s specific target market and gets messaging out accordingly – nationally, regionally or locally. “We create concepts, work

TilsonPR is located at 1001 Yamato Road, Ste. 300, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-998-1995 or visit tilsonpr.com.

with national media and seek out potential partnerships,” Tilson says. “We introduce companies and form alliances. Our mantra is always, ‘What else can we do?’” Tilson taps into her personal energy by unplugging from the noise of the world – the media, social media and the constant demands of everyday life. It’s within her quiet space that she tunes into her creativity, harnessing it to craft welldeveloped strategies for her clients. With an emphasis on gratitude, Tilson believes in the power of appreciation, and the firm has an internal program sending personalized thank you notes each week to clients, media and people who have made a difference.

“I know the benefits that thanking people brings – not only to the recipient but to the giver,” she says. All of this has translated into a burst of professional growth. Tilson has opened a satellite office in New England to nurture valued and new clients and will move this spring into a refurbished oneroom schoolhouse, circa 1888.

It starts withbcreating “relationships and

understanding our clients’b business and then always going the extra mile.

“Even after all of these years, what excites me are the possibilities of each day – creating strategies, forming partnerships, pitching the media and working with new and existing clients,” Tilson says. “Every day, there’s an opportunity for growth.”

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IT’S A TOSS UP! Plant-Based Recipes For Satisfying Salads Fresh, light and quick to prepare, a salad is the perfect healthy meal for lunch or dinner. And, with more and more people aspiring to follow plant-based diets, there has never been a better time to dust off those salad servers. These recipes from “The Veggie Salad Bowl: More Than 60 Delicious Vegetarian And Vegan Recipes” take their inspiration from countries all around the globe and show just how easy it is to whip up colorful vegetarian and vegan dishes that are full of flavor and texture.

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Wild Rice With Artichokes, Peaches & Pine Nuts

Wild rice is actually an edible grass that has a slightly nutty flavor and a chewy consistency. It forms the base of a great grain salad. Just add your favorite veggies and a simple vinaigrette. (Serves 2-4)

Broad Bean & Pea Salad With Sourdough Croutons & Tarragon

Salad Ingredients 4 cups water 1 cup wild rice 11⁄2 cups artichokes soaked in water (rinsed and drained) Bunch of cilantro, freshly chopped 1 ⁄4 cup pine nuts 1 ⁄2 cup peaches, chopped

This salad is full of summer promise. Why not take it outside and serve it alongside some freshly baked bread? (Serves 4-6)

Dressing Ingredients 3 tbsp. walnut oil 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 ⁄2 tsp. sea salt 1 ⁄2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Salad Ingredients

Dressing Ingredients

9 oz. podded fava beans or lima beans 7 oz. podded fresh peas 3 slices sourdough bread, ideally a little dry 1-2 tbsp. olive oil 2 Little Gem lettuces or several handfuls of Romaine lettuce

4 tbsp. crème fraîche or sour cream 2 tsp. Dijon mustard Grated zest and freshly squeezed juice of 1 unwaxed lemon 1 garlic clove, crushed 6 tbsp. olive oil, plus extra for drizzling

⁄3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra shavings for scattering 2 generous handfuls of fresh tarragon, chopped, plus extra leaves for scattering Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 1

Instructions Instructions Bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan or pot over high heat. Add the wild rice, reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 45 minutes until tender. Drain any excess water, and set aside. For the dressing, whisk together the walnut oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Once the rice has cooled a bit but is still slightly warm, mix in the dressing with the artichokes, half of the cilantro, the pine nuts and peaches. Serve with an extra garnish of the remaining cilantro.

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Bring some water to a boil in a medium pan. Add some salt and the beans, and cook for 5 minutes. Refresh the beans with cold water, drain them well and remove the skins to reveal their vibrant green flesh (if using fava beans). If the peas are young and sweet, they can be served raw. If not, cook them for 3 minutes in boiling water, refresh in cold water to prevent them from cooking further and drain well. Cut the bread into fork-friendly squares, and heat the olive oil in a skillet. Fry the bread pieces until golden all over, and then set aside. For the dressing, combine the crème fraîche or sour cream with the mustard, lemon zest and juice and garlic; season with salt and pepper, and slowly whisk in the olive oil until it’s thick and unctuous. Add the grated Parmesan cheese. The thickness of the dressing should be that of heavy cream. Add a little water to slacken it, if necessary. Add the chopped tarragon to the dressing. Tear the lettuce, and toss with the beans, peas, dressing and half the croutons. Scatter with the remaining croutons, tarragon leaves and Parmesan shavings. Drizzle the salad with a little more olive oil before serving.

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Sun-Dried Tomato, Orange & Burrata Salad Gloriously simple to put together, this bright dish oers a Mediterraneaninspired combination of colors, textures and avors. (Serves 4) Ingredients 2 large oranges 24 sun-dried cherry tomato halves 2 burrata cheeses (or good-quality fresh mozzarella cheese)

To Serve Olive oil Freshly ground black pepper Handful of fresh basil leaves

Instructions Peel the oranges, making sure to trim off all the white pith, and cut into even, thick slices. Place the orange slices on a large serving dish, and then scatter the sun-dried tomato halves over the top. Tear the burrata cheeses into chunks, and layer them on top of the orange slices and tomato halves. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with pepper. Garnish with the basil leaves, and serve at once.

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Lemon, Fennel & Arugula Salad With Radicchio This refreshingly light salad is bursting with flavors brought to life by the bright zing of lemon. (Serves 4) Salad Ingredients â „2 radicchio (red chicory), leaves torn into large shreds 2 large lemons, peeled and thinly sliced 1 fennel bulb, peeled and thinly sliced 1

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Generous handful of arugula, torn if the leaves are large

Dressing Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese, finely grated Few drops of balsamic vinegar Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions Arrange the radicchio on 4 individual plates. Add the lemon slices, fennel and arugula. To make the dressing, mix together the olive oil, Parmesan cheese and vinegar in a small bowl, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the plated salad just before serving. O

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Oceanfront dining

Seaside Spectacular

Latitudes In Highland Beach Is A Picturesque Place For Fresh Coastal Cuisine BY LESLIE J. KRAFT Exterior

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ny restaurant that has a fresh Chef’s Seafood Bar has me at “hello.” But that’s only the beginning of a spectacular afternoon or evening at Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort in Highland Beach. If you sit outside at this popular restaurant, you’re dining right on the beach. The views inside are lovely as well, in a beautifully appointed dining room dotted with whimsical bubble accents. Whichever you choose, you’ll be in the midst of a seafood and seaside lover’s nirvana. Your first stop should be the Chef’s Seafood Bar: This stunning marble-swathed shrine to fresh seafood features an inspired menu that’s perfect for appetizers or sharing. We shared Latitudes’ luscious version of Mini Ahi Tuna Tacos, made with tuna tartare, citrus soy vinaigrette, wasabi aioli and ginger-scallion salad. The Latitudes Iced Shellfish Tower is a seafood dream come true, with Maine lobster, oysters,

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Gulf shrimp, lump crab, Alaskan king crab, cocktail sauce, grated horseradish, citrus mignonette and charred lemon. For starters, we enjoyed the refreshing Compressed Watermelon and Arugula Salad, with heir-

Crab “Crusted” Florida Grouper

Latitudes is located at Delray Sands Resort, 2809 S. Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach. For more information, call 561-278-2008 or visit latitudesdelray.com.

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strong on seafood but offers high-quality farm-to-table options as well, including the All-Natural Beef Tenderloin, with red onion marmalade, garlic spinach, buttermilk mash and porcini mushroom truffle demi, and the Double Cut Berkshire Pork Chop, with roasted butternut squash, cider braised collard greens and mango chutney. The Bronzino in Paper is exceptional, with toasted fregola, baby artichokes, ratatouille vegetables, caramelized fennel and imported olives, and the Crab “Crusted” Florida Grouper was a tender, smoky joy, with white polenta, smoked bacon, sweet corn, braised baby spinach, thumbelina carrots and Florida citrus butter. For dessert, try the Trio of Crème Brulee and the decadent Chocolate Cake for the perfect finish, complemented by a fabulous coffee concoction from the Barista Bar. Latitudes is truly the place for seafood lovers to “sea” and be seen. O

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wonton chips – is excellent. The House Cured Skuna Salmon Gravlax is a delicacy with pickled jicama pepita seed butter, Fresno chili and micro cilantro, served with toasted rye. The menu at Latitudes is

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taste listings AMERICAN/ STEAKHOUSES ABE & LOUIE’S

Glades Plaza 2200 W. Glades Road Boca Raton 561.447.0024 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.

ANGLE

Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa 100 S. Ocean Blvd. Manalapan 561.540.4850 Dinner ThursdaySaturday.

THE ATLANTIC GRILLE

The Seagate Hotel & Spa 1000 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.665.4900 Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday. (Lunch Monday-Friday November-May.)

BATCH GASTROPUB

Delray Marketplace 14813 Lyons Road Delray Beach 561.877.0000 Dinner nightly. Brunch weekends.

Culinary Cousins

Nordstrom, Town Center at Boca Raton 5820 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.620.3286 Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

BURTONS GRILL & BAR

THE CAPITAL GRILLE

CHOPS LOBSTER BAR

Park Place 5580 N. Military Trail Boca Raton 561.465.2036 Lunch and dinner daily.

Town Center at Boca Raton 6000 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.368.1077 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

Royal Palm Place 101 Plaza Real S. Boca Raton 561.395.2675 Dinner nightly.

BONEFISH GRILL

BURT & MAX’S

Shoppes at Boca Grove 21065 Powerline Road Boca Raton 561.483.4949 Lunch Saturday and Sunday. Dinner nightly.

Delray Marketplace 9089 W. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.638.6380 Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

BAZILLE

CHE!!! RESTAURANT 900 E. Atlantic Ave., #22 Delray Beach 561.562.5200 Lunch MondaySaturday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.

CUT 432 432 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.272.9898 Dinner nightly.

DADA 52 N. Swinton Ave. Delray Beach 561.330.3232 Dinner nightly.

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Pair Opens The Poke Company In Boca Raton

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or cousins and restaurateurs Maximo Cortese and Seth Shaning, it comes down to two ingredients: simplicity and quality. Toss in the poke experience, and it’s a recipe for success. That’s the concept behind their newly opened Poke Company, which offers tropical flavors in a contemporary, fast-casual setting. The Boca Raton restaurant has a customizable menu so diners can personalize

Strawberry Sundae

are also available. The duo has many years of experience in the culinary and local business scene: Shaning trained at The International Culinary Center and spent the last 10 years as a general manager with Nobu Restaurant Group; Cortese is a Florida Atlantic University graduate and lifelong Boca Raton resident with commercial property ventures.

Chef Rocco Honig

this traditional Hawaiian dish, featuring raw fish salad. It’s designed to be an engaging three-step process: Choose a bowl size; build a base with white or brown rice, baby kale or cauliflower rice; and select a protein, including Ahi tuna and Scottish salmon. The finishing touch? Plenty of mix-

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ins and a choice of sauces, including the garlicky soy-based Company sauce. For those who can’t decide – or prefer a signature dish – options include The Heavy Squall and The Hot One, incorporating fresh vegetables and a variety of toppings. Glutenfree, paleo, vegetarian and vegan options

– Samantha Noiman

The Poke Company is located at 555 N. Federal Highway, Suite 13, Boca Raton. For more information, call 833-321-7653 or visit eatthepokecompany.com.



taste listings FIFTH AVENUE GRILL 821 S.E. Fi h Ave. Delray Beach 561.265.0122 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

GRAND LUX CAFE

Town Center at Boca Raton 6000 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.392.2141 Breakfast Saturday and Sunday. Lunch and dinner daily.

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inally, a Sicilian meal that won’t weigh you down! The new Osteria Salina features the cuisine of the Aeolian Islands off the coast of Sicily, with an emphasis on fresh seafood and clean eating. The minds behind the Delray Beach eatery are Timothy and Cinzia Gaglio, who bring years of experience to the table: Cinzia designed and managed Vigneti Bottega di Vino in The Library Hotel in New York City and served as managing partner at the Italian winery Pieve Del Vescovo, and Timothy has created, financed, developed and owned more than a dozen premier restaurants. The pair, which also owns Osteria Salina’s sister restaurant in the Hamptons, is familiar with the local dining culture. They previously owned Trattoria Coco Lezzone in Boca Raton while Timothy owned Coho Grille in Boca Raton and The Polo Grille in Palm Beach. Osteria Salina’s handcrafted menu features authentic recipes that have been passed down through generations of Italian heritage while blending in Executive Chef Cinzia’s unique holistic style, which utilizes lots of local produce and fish and limits salt, sugar and processed foods. Dishes include Polpo Eoliano, featuring seared octopus served with gigante beans, fingerling potatoes and parsley pesto, and Mezzi Rigatoni alla Siciliana, with roasted eggplant, pomodoro, fresh mozzarella, basil and dry cured olives. Satisfy your sweet tooth with the Di Gelato, chocolate gelato sandwiched between two round biscotti and then rolled in pistachios. – Samantha Noiman

Osteria Salina is located at 9 S.E. Seventh Ave., Delray Beach.bFor more information, callb561-330-1237 or visit osteriasalina.net.

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5101 Congress Ave. Boca Raton 561.912.9800 Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner Monday-Saturday.

HENRY’S

The Shoppes at Addison Place 16850 Jog Road Delray Beach 561.638.1949 Lunch MondaySaturday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.

HOUSTON’S 1900 N.W. Executive Center Circle Boca Raton 561.998.0550 Lunch and dinner daily.

J. ALEXANDER’S

University Commons 1400 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.347.9875 Lunch and dinner daily.

JIMMY’S FRIES TO CAVIAR GARDEN BISTRO & BAR 6299 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.617.5965 Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

KE`E GRILL

Boca Raton 561.994.0808 Lunch and dinner daily.

MARIPOSA

954.943.3595 Lunch Friday-Sunday. Dinner nightly.

PARK TAVERN

Neiman Marcus Town Center at Boca Raton 5860 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.544.2320 Lunch daily.

32 S.E. Second Ave. Delray Beach 561.265.5093 Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

MAX’S GRILLE

301 Yamato Road Boca Raton 561.912.0000 Lunch Tuesday-Friday. Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

Mizner Park 404 Plaza Real Boca Raton 561.368.0080 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

MIA KITCHEN & BAR 7901 W. Atlantic Ave. #101 Delray Beach 561 499 2200 Dinner nightly.

MORTON’S, THE STEAKHOUSE

The Shops at Boca Center 5050 Town Center Circle Boca Raton 561.392.7724 Dinner nightly.

NEW YORK PRIME 2350 N.W. Executive Center Drive Boca Raton 561.998.3881 Dinner nightly.

NYY STEAK

Seminole Casino 5550 N.W. 40th St. Coconut Creek 954.977.6700 Dinner nightly.

OCEANS 234 234 N. Ocean Blvd. Deerfield Beach 954.428.2539 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Sunday.

THE OFFICE

THE PAVILION GRILLE

PIÑON GRILL

The Terrace at Town Center 6000 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.391.7770 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

RACKS DOWN TOWN EATERY & TAVERN

Mizner Park 402 Plaza Real Boca Raton 561.395.1662 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

REBEL HOUSE 297 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.353.5888 Lunch and dinner daily.

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE

Mizner Park 225 N.E. Mizner Blvd. Boca Raton 561.392.6746 Dinner nightly.

SALT7 32 S.E. Second Ave. Delray Beach 561.274.7258 Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.

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17940 N. Military Trail Boca Raton 561.995.5044 Dinner nightly.

201 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.276.3600 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

2300 N.W. Executive Center Drive Boca Raton 561.998.9952 Lunch and dinner daily.

MADISONS NEW YORK GRILL & BAR

PAMPA GAUCHO BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE

2006 N.W. Executive Center Circle

4490 N. Federal Highway Lighthouse Point

112 N.E. Second St. Boca Raton 561.347.6260 Dinner TuesdaySaturday by reservation.

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taste listings SUNDY HOUSE

106 S. Swinton Ave. Delray Beach 561.272.5678 Lunch TuesdaySaturday. Dinner Tuesday-Sunday. Brunch Sunday.

TEMPER GRILLE

The Reserve 9858 Clint Moore Road Boca Raton 561.717.8081 Dinner nightly.

TRUE

147 S.E. First Ave. Boca Raton 561.417.5100 Lunch Tuesday-Sunday. Dinner nightly.

TWENTYTWENTY GRILLE Royal Palm Place 141 Via Naranjas Boca Raton 561.990.7969 Dinner TuesdaySunday.

TWO GEORGES AT THE COVE MARINA

1754 S.E. Third Court Deerfield Beach 954.421.9272 Lunch and dinner daily.

ASIAN/SUSHI BANGKOK THAI CUISINE Polo Club Shoppes 5020 Champion Blvd. B4 Boca Raton 561.995.8154 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

BOON’S ASIAN BISTRO Shoppes at Boca Greens 19605 State Road 7 Ste. A Boca Raton 561.883.0202 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. 7959 W. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.501.6391 Lunch and dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

BLUEFIN SUSHI THAI GRILL

861 Yamato Road

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Boca Raton 561.981.8986 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

BUDDHA SKY BAR

217 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.450.7557 Dinner nightly.

FAH ASIAN BISTRO

Boca Valley Plaza 7461 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.241.0400 Lunch Tuesday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

JAPANGO

Riverstone Shoppes of Parkland 7367 N. State Road 7 Parkland 954.345.4268 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Delray Marketplace 14811 Lyons Road #106 Delray Beach 561.638.9996 Lunch Tuesday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

KANPAI

41 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.361.8688 Lunch MondaySaturday. Dinner nightly.

KAPOW! NOODLE BAR

Mizner Park 431 Plaza Real Boca Raton 561.347.7322 Lunch and dinner daily. 519 Clematis St. West Palm Beach 561.246.3827 Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.

LA TRE

249 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.392.4568 Dinner nightly.

LEMONGRASS ASIAN BISTRO

420 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.278.5050

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Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Royal Palm Place 101 Plaza Real S. Boca Raton 561.544.8181 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

MAGICAL RICE

1668 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.395.7534 Lunch and dinner daily.

#1015 Delray Beach 561.270.3569 Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

SHINJU BUFFET

7875 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.488.4040 Lunch and dinner daily.

SUSHIGO

M&M THAI CAFÉ

477 S. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.347.7888 Lunch and dinner daily.

NINJA SPINNING SUSHI BAR

Glades Plaza 2240 N.W. 19th St. #1201 Boca Raton 561.347.0008 Lunch and dinner daily.

891 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.826.7749 Lunch Tuesday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

41 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.361.8688 Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

NORI THAI

217 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.392.2999 Lunch and dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

P.F. CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO

University Commons 1400 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.393.3722 Lunch and dinner daily.

RISE MODERN ASIAN CUISINE AND SUSHI

6063 S.W. 18th St., #108 Boca Raton 561.392.8808 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

SAITO’S JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

8841 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.218.8788 Lunch and dinner daily.

SANTO’S MODERN BUFFET & SUSHI

3400 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.923.9378 Lunch and dinner daily.

THE SEA SOUTH EAST ASIAN KITCHEN

16950 Jog Road

SUSHI MASA

SUSHI RAY

Lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday. 330 Clematis St. #107 West Palm Beach 561.355.0332 Lunch and dinner daily.

TEMPURA HOUSE

The Reserve 9858 Clint Moore Road Boca Raton 561.883.6088 Lunch and dinner daily.

UNCLE TAI’S

The Shops at Boca Center 5250 Town Center Circle, #143 Boca Raton 561.368.8806 Lunch MondaySaturday. Dinner nightly.

The Shops at Boca Center 5250 Town Center Circle Boca Raton 561.394.9506 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

Royal Palm Place 271 S.E. Mizner Blvd., #41 Boca Raton 561.544.0087 Lunch and dinner daily.

SUSHI YAMA ASIAN BISTRO

YAMA JAPANESE RESTAURANT

Garden Shops 7050 W. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.362.6416

Sundy House’s BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

YAKITORI SAKE HOUSE

200 N.E. Second Ave. Delray Beach 561.266.9929 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

YOKOHAMA

9168 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.451.1707 Lunch and dinner daily. 5030 Champion Blvd., D8 Boca Raton 561.451.9919 Lunch and dinner daily.

BARBECUE LUCILLE’S BAD TO THE BONE BBQ

Regency Court 3011 Yamato Road Boca Raton 561.997.9557 Lunch and dinner daily. Delray Marketplace 9173 W. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.810.4045 Lunch and dinner daily.

MISSISSIPPI SWEETS BBQ CO.

2399 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.394.6779 Lunch and dinner daily.

BURGERS BURGERFI

6 S. Ocean Blvd. Delray Beach 561.278.9590 Lunch and dinner daily.



taste listings 7959 W. Atlantic Ave. Suite 201 Delray Beach 561.562.8039 Lunch and dinner daily. 2009 N.E. Second St. Deerfield Beach 954.531.6168 Lunch and dinner daily.

BOCA BURGER HOUSE 499 N.E. Spanish River Blvd. Boca Raton 561.900.5030 Lunch and dinner daily. 78 S. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.900.5030 Lunch and dinner daily.

HABIT BURGER

Park Place 5560 N. Military Trail Boca Raton 561.241.8466 Lunch and dinner daily. Delray Place 1831 S. Federal Highway Delray Beach 561.265.0934 Lunch and dinner daily.

M.E.A.T. EATERY & TAPROOM

Cendyn Spaces 980 N. Federal Highway Suite 115 Boca Raton 561.419.2600 Breakfast MondayFriday. Lunch and dinner daily.

ROK:BRGR 4 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.808.7220 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Sunday.

SHULA BURGER

Delray Marketplace 14917 Lyons Road Delray Beach 561.404.1347 Lunch and dinner daily.

ZINBURGER WINE INE & BURGER URGER BAR

CONTINENTAL THE BOCA BEACH HOUSE 887 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.826.8850 Breakfast and lunch daily.

BOHEME BISTRO 1118 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.278.4899 Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Town wn Center at Boca Raton 6000 00 Glades Road Boca ca Raton 561.393.3252 1.393.3252 Lunch nch and dinner daily.

DORSIA RESTAURANT 5837 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.961.4156 Dinner nightly.

LA CIGALE 253 S.E. Fi h Ave. Delray Beach 561.265.0600 Dinner nightly.

LE RIVAGE 450 N.E. 20th St. Boca Raton 561.620.0033 561.6 Dinner nightly.

OLIO BISTRO 42 S.E S.E. Second Ave. Delray Beach 561.278.6633 561.2 Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

TEA LICIOUS TEAROOM & GIFTS

4995 W. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.638.5155 Breakfast and lunch Monday-Saturday.

FARM TO TABLE /ORGANIC FARMER’S TABLE 1901 N. Military Trail Boca Raton 561.417.5836 Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

GARY RACK’S FARMHOUSE KITCHEN

Royal Palm Place 399 S.E. Mizner Blvd.

BITES

On Tap Lake Worth Welcomes First Brewery: Mathews Brewing Co.

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ere’s another first for Lake Worth: a brewery. The honors go to David Mathews, who recently opened Mathews Brewing Co., an independent craft brewery in the city’s new Artisanal Industrial District. Mathews, who ran his own engineering company for years, has incorporated lots of nice touches into his new venture: The “Highway to Ale” Taproom has a modern, industrial design with views of the brewery and windows that look out on the Beer Garden.

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Food is available from onsite food trucks or by delivery from local restaurants. Live music and TVs for sporting events add to the fun. Of course, the beer is the star of the show here, and nothing in that department has been overlooked. The brewery can produce 20 bbls of beer in a 10-hour shift, which is equivalent to 620 gallons of beer. Cask ale – beer brewed from traditional ingredients and matured in the cask from which it is served without using nitrogen or carbon dioxide

pressure – will be on tap, and guests can expect fresh, unfiltered brews with unique flavors and aromas. The beer is served at 50 degrees, which brings out its delicate flavors. Thirsty yet? – Samantha Noiman

Mathews Brewing Co. is located at 130 S. H St., Lake Worth. For more information, call 561-812-3738 or visit mathewsbrewingcompany.com.



taste listings RAFINA GREEK TAVERNA

The Boardwalk at 18th St. 6877 S.W. 18th St. Boca Raton 561.409.3673 Lunch and dinner daily.

TAVERNA KYMA

6298 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.994.2828 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

TAVERNA OPA

270 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.303.3602 Dinner nightly.

INDIAN PUNJAB FINE INDIAN CUISINE

True Food Kitchen’s Grilled Fish Tacos

Boca Raton 561.826.2625 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

204 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.266.3642 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

5455 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.997.7472 Dinner nightly.

HARVEST SEASONAL GRILL & WINE BAR

CARPE DIEM

1841 S. Federal Highway, #402 Delray Beach 561.266.3239 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

MAX’S HARVEST

169 N.E. Second Ave. Delray Beach 561.381.9970 Lunch Friday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

TRUE FOOD KITCHEN

Town Center at Boca Raton 6000 Glades Road Unit 1015A Boca Raton 561.419.8105 Lunch and dinner

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FONDUE THE MELTING POT

FRENCH 110 E. Atlantic Ave. #120 Delray Beach 561.455.2140 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Sunday.

CASIMIR BISTRO

Royal Palm Place 416 Via De Palmas, #81 Boca Raton 561.955.6001 Lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday.

CHEZ MARIE FRENCH BISTRO

Polo Club Shoppes 5030 Champion Blvd. Boca Raton 561.997.0027 Lunch TuesdayFriday. Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

CREPE CAFÉ

Royal Palm Place

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504 Via De Palmas Boca Raton 561.757.3504 Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

KATHY’S GAZEBO CAFÉ

Spanish River Center 4199 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.395.6033 Lunch TuesdayFriday. Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

LA FERME

9101 Lakeridge Blvd. Boca Raton 561.654.6600 Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.

LA NOUVELLE MAISON

5 Palms Building 455 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.338.3003 Dinner nightly.

GERMAN BIERGARTEN

Royal Palm Place 309 Via De Palmas #90 Boca Raton 561.395.7462 Lunch and dinner daily.

1801 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.392.8000 Lunch Tuesday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

GREEK

ITALIAN

ESTIA TAVERNA & BAR

ANGELO ELIA PIZZA, BAR & TAPAS

Royal Palm Place 507 S.E. Mizner Blvd. Boca Raton 561.417.5800 Lunch and dinner daily.

IT’S ALL GREEK

9704 Clint Moore Road Boca Raton 561.883.6337 Lunch and dinner daily.

JIMMY THE GREEK

8221 Glades Road #1 Boca Raton 561.477.3272 Lunch and dinner daily.

OLIV PIT

Shoppes at Village Point 6006 S.W. 18th St. Ste. 6B Boca Raton 561 409 2049 Lunch and dinner daily.

OUZO BAY GREEK KOUZINA

Mizner Park 201 Plaza Real Boca Raton 561.757.0082 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Sunday.

Addison Place 16950 Jog Road Delray Beach 561.381.0037 Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA

BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE

The Shops at Boca Center 5050 Town Center Circle, #239 Boca Raton 561.392.3777 Lunch and dinner daily.

CAFE MED BY BICE

2096 N.E. Second Ave. Deerfield Beach 954.596.5840 Breakfast and dinner daily.

CAFFE LUNA ROSA

34 S. Ocean Blvd. Delray Beach 561.274.9404 Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN

Town Center at Boca Raton 6000 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.368.2805 Lunch and dinner daily.

CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL

The Boardwalk at 18th St. 6909 S.W. 18th St. Boca Raton 561.544.8838 Lunch and dinner daily.

CASA D’ANGELO

Shops at Boca Grove 21065 Powerline Road Boca Raton 561.218.6600 Lunch and dinner daily.

171 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.996.1234 Dinner nightly.

851 S. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.338.3028 Lunch and dinner daily.

DAVINCI’S OF BOCA

115 N.E. Sixth Ave. Delray Beach 561.278.7911 Lunch and dinner daily.

ARTURO’S

6750 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.997.7373 Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly.

Town Center at Boca Raton 6000 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.362.8466 Lunch and dinner daily.

DAVITO’S

19635 State Road 7 Boca Raton 561.482.2323 Lunch and dinner daily.

DOMINICS

8177 W. Glades Road Boca Raton 561.487.3186 Lunch and dinner daily.



taste listings Westwinds of Boca 9834 W. Glades Road Boca Raton 561.487.6325 Lunch and dinner daily.

DOMUS 39 ITALIAN RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

Royal Palm Place 187 S.E. Mizner Blvd. Boca Raton 561.419.8787 Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

FRANK & DINO’S

39 S.E. First Ave. Boca Raton 561.218.4636 Dinner nightly.

IL GIRASOLE RESTAURANT

2275 S. Federal Highway Delray Beach 561.272.3566 Dinner TuesdaySunday.

JOSEPHINE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

5751 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.988.0668 Dinner TuesdaySunday.

LA SORELLE RESTAURANT

6020 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.235.5301 Lunch and dinner daily.

LA STELLA’S RESTAURANT

159 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.544.2081 Dinner TuesdaySunday.

LA VILLETTA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

4351 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.362.8403 Dinner nightly.

LOUIE BOSSI’S RISTORANTE BAR PIZZERIA

100 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.336.6699 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

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MAGGIANO’S

21090 St. Andrews Blvd. Boca Raton 561.361.8244 Lunch and dinner daily.

BOCA GRILL

City Oyster’s Faroe Islands Scottish Salmon

Somerset Shoppes 8903 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.419.8434 Lunch SundayFriday. Dinner Sunday-Thursday.

MARIO’S OSTERIA

1400 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.239.7000 Lunch and dinner daily.

BUTCHER BLOCK GRILL

MATTEO’S RESTAURANT

233 S. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.392.0773 Dinner nightly.

NICK’S NEW HAVEN STYLE PIZZERIA & BAR

Glades Plaza 2240 N.W. 19th St. Suite 904 Boca Raton 561.368.2900 Lunch and dinner daily.

NINO’S

Del Mar Shopping Village 7120 Beracasa Way Boca Raton 561.392.9075 Lunch and dinner daily.

NOVELLO RESTAURANT & BAR

5999 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.994.3495 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

PICCOLINO RESTAURANT

170 W. Camino Real Boca Raton 561.395.8858 Dinner Monday-Saturday.

POSITANO

4400 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.544.2920 Dinner nightly.

PREZZO

Park Place 5560 N. Military Trail Boca Raton 561.314.6840 Dinner nightly.

RISTORANTE SAPORI

Royal Palm Place 301 Via de Palmas Boca Raton 561.367.9779 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

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SICILIAN OVEN

21170 St. Andrews Blvd., Suite 9 Boca Raton 561.750.9772 Lunch and dinner daily.

TANZY

VIC & ANGELO’S

290 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.278.9570 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

VILLAGIO ITALIAN EATERY

iPic Theaters Mizner Park 301 Plaza Real Boca Raton 561.922.6699 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

Mizner Park 344 Plaza Real Boca Raton 561.447.2257 Lunch and dinner daily.

TERRA FIAMMA

VILLA ROSANO

Delray Marketplace 9169 W. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.495.5570 Lunch and dinner daily.

TRAMONTI

119 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.272.1944 Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

TRATTORIA NONNA

Shoppes at Village Point 6006 S.W. 18th St. Ste. B4 Boca Raton 561 347 2344 Lunch and dinner daily.

TRATTORIA ROMANA

499 E. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.393.6715 Dinner nightly.

TUCCI’S FIRE N COAL PIZZA

50 N.E. First Ave. Boca Raton 561.620.2930 Lunch Tuesday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

The Reserve 9858 Clint Moore Road Boca Raton 561.470.0112 Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

VINO WINE BAR AND ITALIAN TAPAS

114 N.E. Second St. Boca Raton 561.869.0030 Dinner TuesdaySaturday.

JAMAICAN ROCKSTEADY JAMAICAN BISTRO

2399 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.465.3167 Lunch and dinner daily.

KOSHER ASIA SUSHI/ WOK/GRILL

The Fountains Center 7600 Camino Real Boca Raton 561.544.8100 Lunch SundayFriday. Dinner Sunday-Thursday.

Boca Raton 561.451.1070 Lunch and dinner daily.

MEDI TERRANEAN/ TURKISH APEIRO KITCHEN & BAR

The Fountains Center 7000 W. Camino Real Boca Raton 561.409.3035 Lunch SundayThursday. Dinner Saturday-Thursday.

Delray Marketplace 14917 Lyons Road Delray Beach 561.501.4443 Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

DITMAS KITCHEN

MEXICAN

21077 Powerline Road Boca Raton 561.826.875 Lunch MondayThursday. Dinner Sunday-Thursday.

MOZART CAFE

The Fountains Center 7300 W. Camino Real Boca Raton 561.367.3412 Breakfast and lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

PITA ’N GO

BAJA CAFE DOS

1310 S. Federal Highway Deerfield Beach 954.596.1304 Lunch and dinner daily.

BAJA CANTINA

201 N.W. First St. Boca Raton 561.419.8118 Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

BAMBOLEO COCINA Y MEZCALERIA

22767 State Road 7 Boca Raton 561.477.0633 Lunch SundayFriday. Dinner Sunday-Thursday.

1450 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton 561.750.2120 Lunch and dinner daily.

LATIN

The Boardwalk at 18th St. 6897 S.W. 18th St. Boca Raton 561.571.7000 Lunch and dinner daily.

CABANA EL REY

105 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.274.9090 Lunch and dinner daily.

CARIBBEAN GRILL

1332 N.W. Second Ave. Boca Raton 561.362.0161 Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

THE CUBAN CAFE

Plumtree Centre 3350 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd. Boca Raton 561.750.8860 Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner Monday-Saturday.

PADRINO’S

Mission Bay Plaza 20455 State Road 7

BLUE MOON MEXICAN CAFÉ

CABO FLATS CANTINA AND TEQUILA BAR

Delray Marketplace 14851 Lyons Road Delray Beach 561.499.0378 Lunch and dinner daily.

CASA TEQUILA

8228 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.430.5458 Lunch and dinner daily.

EL CAMINO TEQUILA BAR

15 N.E. Second Ave. Delray Beach 561.865.5350 Lunch and dinner daily.


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taste listings ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR

The Shops at Boca Center 5250 Town Center Circle Boca Raton 561.416.2131 Lunch and dinner daily. 110 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.808.1100 Lunch and dinner daily.

SEÑOR BURRITO

513 N.E. 20th St. Boca Raton 561.347.6600 Lunch and dinner daily.

PUBS/ SPORTS BARS BRICK YARD MICRO BREWERY

The Garden Shops 7050 W. Palmetto Park Road Boca Raton 561.544.0001 Lunch Saturday and Sunday. Dinner nightly.

DUBLINER IRISH PUB

Mizner Park 435 Plaza Real Boca Raton 561.620.2540 Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.

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DUFFY’S SPORTS GRILL

21212 St. Andrews Blvd. Boca Raton 561.869.0552 Lunch and dinner daily.

GLUTTONOUS GOAT

Royal Palm Place 99 S.E. Mizner Blvd. #114 Boca Raton 561.923.9457 Dinner nightly.

HIJINKS SPORTS GRILL

Royal Palm Place 133 S.E. Mizner Blvd. Boca Raton 561.465.3077 Lunch and dinner daily.

HOLLOWAY’S PUB

Boardwalk at Boca Raton 6909 S.W. 18th St. Ste. A-101

Boca Raton 561.620.2318 Dinner nightly.

HOOTERS

Glades Plaza 2240 N.W. 19th St. Boca Raton 561.391.8903 Lunch and dinner daily.

HURRICANE GRILL & WINGS

Mission Bay 10125 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.218.8848 Lunch and dinner daily.

MILLER’S ALE HOUSE

Shoppes at Blue Lake 1200 Yamato Road Boca Raton 561.988.9142 Lunch and dinner daily. Boca Lyons Plaza 9244 W. Glades Road Boca Raton 561.487.2989 Lunch and dinner daily.

SYBARITE PIG

20642 State Road 7, #2 Boca Raton 561.883.3200 Lunch TuesdaySunday. Dinner nightly.

TAP 42

The Shops at Boca Center 5050 Town Center Circle Boca Raton 561.235.5819 Lunch and dinner daily.

TILTED KILT PUB & EATERY

3320 Airport Road Boca Raton 561.338.5458 Lunch and dinner daily.

THE WISHING WELL IRISH PUB

Royal Palm Place 111 S.E. Mizner Blvd., #9 Boca Raton 561.750.5208 Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.

YARD HOUSE

Mizner Park 201 Plaza Real Boca Raton 561.417.6124 Lunch and dinner daily.


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Honorary Chair Edith Stein Awards Luncheon

Co-Chairs Kelly Thill and Andy Thomson

Friday, April 27, 2018 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Presented by Gary Peters Family Foundation

Benefiting

Boca West Country Club 20583 Boca West Drive Boca Raton, FL 33434

Congratulations Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree Robert Campbell

Biggest Heart Award Honoree Marc Bell

Outstanding Organization Award Honoree BBC International

Outstanding Male Volunteer Award Nominees Angel Aloma Food For The Poor Dr. Richard Chavis Caridad Center Bruce Davis 4KIDS of South Florida Joe Eppy Unicorn Children's Foundation Neil Gillman Florence Fuller Child Development Centers Mark Goldstein Boca Raton Children's Museum Eric Gutmann Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center Giuseppe Lombardo SHUZZ Foundation

Keith Marchesani Equine-Assisted Therapies of South Florida Shaw McCutcheon Best Foot Forward Foundation Mike Munger Boca Helping Hands Greg Newara United Way of Palm Beach County George Petrocelli Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum Daniel Polen American Association of Caregiving Youth Alex Price YMCA of South Palm Beach County

Mike Rosenfeld Eda & Cliff Viner Community Scholars Foundation Neil Saffer The Rotary Club of Boca Raton Barry Schwartz JAFCO John C. Tolbert The George Snow Scholarship Fund Ken Treadwell CROS Ministries Mark Wasserman Family Promise of South Palm Beach County Richard Zenker Junior League of Boca Raton

Outstanding Male Youth Volunteer Award Honorees

Liam Kenney HandsOn Broward

Josue Navarro Robert Shinder Tristan Windsheimer Eda & Cliff Viner Donna Klein Equine-Assisted Therapies Community Scholars Jewish Academy of South Florida Foundation Tickets are $125 each. For more information on how to support, please contact Alana Lagerstrom at alagerstrom@ffcdc.org or at 561.391.7274 ext. 134


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SANDWICHES/ DELI BEN’S KOSHER DELICATESSEN RESTAURANT & CATERERS

The Reserve 9942 Clint Moore Road Boca Raton 561.470.9963 Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

JUNIOR’S

213 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.272.0220 Lunch and dinner daily.

ZINGER’S DELI

TV HOST AND ACTRESS RICKI LAKE OPENS UP ABOUT MENTAL ILLNESS AND LIFE AFTER LOSS

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Boca Del Mar Shopping Center 7132 Beracasa Way Boca Raton 561.826.7323 Lunch and dinner daily.

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SEAFOOD 32 EAST

32 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.276.7868 Dinner nightly.

50 OCEAN

FIT FOR FAME

JANUARY 2018

40 S. Ocean Blvd. Delray Beach 561.278.3364 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

BOCA LANDING

Waterstone Hotel 999 E. Camino Real

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CITY FISH MARKET

TOOJAY’S GOURMET DELI

Regency Court 3013 Yamato Road Boca Raton 561.997.9911 Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

FINDING THE LIGHT

40 S. Ocean Blvd. Delray Beach 561.278.3364 Breakfast Saturday and Sunday. Lunch and dinner daily.

7940 Glades Road Boca Raton 561.487.1600 Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

Glades Plaza 2240 N.W. 19th St. #700 Boca Raton 561.392.4181 Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

AUDITED CIRCULATION

BOSTON’S ON THE BEACH

Mizner Park 409 Plaza Real Boca Raton 561.672.7301 Lunch and dinner daily.

Polo Club Shoppes 5030 Champion Blvd. Boca Raton 561.241.5903 Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

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Boca Raton 561.226.3022 Dinner nightly.

CITY OYSTER

DECK 84

840 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.665.8484 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

JB’S ON THE BEACH

300 N.E. 21st Ave. Deerfield Beach 954.571.5220 Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

J & J SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL

634 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.272.3390 Lunch and dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

MUSSEL BEACH

501 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach 561.921.6464 Lunch and dinner daily.

RACKS FISH HOUSE + OYSTER BAR

5 S.E. Second Ave. Delray Beach 561.450.6718 Lunch and dinner daily.

TRULUCK’S

Mizner Park 351 Plaza Real Boca Raton 561.391.0755 Dinner nightly. O


T he Women of Tomorrow

Mentor & Scholarship Program 5th Annual Palm Beach County Wine Dinner Recognizing Our Long Time Supporters & Celebrating 20 Years of the Women of Tomorrow Mentor & Scholarship Program in South Florida Event Committee Robbin Newman, Co-Chair Dr. Krista Rosenberg, Co-Chair Ana Gambino Julie Peyton Sue Shaffer Laurie Silvers Judith Temple 20 Our mission is to inspire, motivate and empower at-risk young women to live up to their full potential through a unique mentoring program with highly accomplished professional women and scholarship opportunities.

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ecause friends don’t let friends wear boring jewelry, South Florida fine jewelry lovers now have a new best friend: Jay Feder Jewelers (JFJ) at The Boardwalk in Boca Raton. Expanding from its locations in Denver and New York City, JFJ’s new 4,200square-foot, freestanding flagship fine-jewelry destination features JFJ custom designs and exclusive designer lines ranging from Oscarworthy red carpet to carpool chic, including everything from diamond engagement rings, wedding bands and “push” presents to pieces for celebrating children’s milestones, birthdays, anniversaries and more. While embracing their family’s 40-year jeweler tradition, JFJ’s second-generation owners, Marc and Devorah Feder, bring a youthful, fresh and adventurous approach to their Boca Raton location, which is home to more than 10,000 diamonds. The showroom also houses more than 33 seahorses in the 500-gallon saltwater aquarium within the gallery and lounge areas, where rescue pup (Harry) Winston stands guard. While the fine jewelry industry is generally very old school, serious and a bit snobby, the Feders have created an atypical, comfortable and welcoming approach to a fine jewelry store experience. Chic and hip but fun and laid back, the JFJ vibe is a cross between a

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living room and a museum – but a touchable, fun museum. It’s the kind of place where you can wander around discovering new beautiful things. You never know what you’re going to find around the bend. What sets JFJ apart is its peerless combination of diamond and colored stone acumen; integrity in price, value and service; industry respect; long-established buy/sell relationships worldwide; exclusive lines and obscure oneof-a-kind selections by bold, new and rising U.S. and international designers; custom design expertise; and unparalleled client service in an engaging ambiance. And it’s all underscored by the hands-on leadership of the Feders, whose priority is always the client experience – before, during and after purchase. Although respectful of the classics, JFJ inspires newfound confidence and passion in its clients to buck “tired” trends that often stifle individual style. As JFJ’s master jewelry stylist, Devorah guides clients on how to try something new; selecting emerging diamond shapes; and the best ways to mix styles, metals and stones. O Jay Feder Jewelers is located at 6859 S.W. 18th St., The Boardwalk, Boca Raton. For more information, call 561- 571-3050 or visit jayfederjewelers.com.

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happenings THE ESSENTIAL SOCIAL DIGEST

Chris Botti will toot his own horn at the Kravis Center on April 18 at 8 p.m.

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Ladies Who Lunch

JAFCO Mother’s Day Luncheon Expected To Draw 500 And Honor Woman Of The Year

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n May 3, more than 500 women are expected to attend JAFCO’s Mother’s Day Luncheon at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. The event begins with a shopping boutique, followed by a luncheon program. Robin Bresky is serving as the event’s chair, and Marci Langley and Chris-

compassion for children. “Shirley Weisman is a strong and inspirational leader in the community,” says Sarah Franco, executive director of JAFCO. “Her warmth, love and support have directly impacted the lives of our children for many years.” Adds Weisman: “It has been an incredible privilege to support Marci Langley and Shirley Weisman

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Shirley Weisman is a strong and inspirational “leader in the community. Her warmth, love and support have directly impacted the lives of our children for many years.

– Sarah Franco, executive director, JAFCO

tine Miller will be recognized as honorary chairs for their dedication to JAFCO. Elaine Friedman is this year’s grand benefactor. Shirley Weisman will be presented with the Woman of the Year award for her continuing dedication and support of children in need. She has worked tirelessly, raising funds for Jewish organizations throughout Florida for many years. Weisman represents the soul and essence of JAFCO. Her philanthropic connection with JAFCO’s mission is based on personal experience as well as a deep love and sense of

this wonderful organization. I am truly honored and frankly overwhelmed to have been named Woman of the Year. I feel so lucky to be a part of this successful fundraising event that has grown every year.” In addition to the shopping boutique, guests will be able to participate in both live and silent auctions. Baer’s Furniture is the event sponsor, and The Boca Raton Observer is the exclusive magazine sponsor. O For more information, call 954-315-8696 or email janet@jafco.org.


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Area Culinary Community Comes Together For Taste Of The Nation For No Kid Hungry

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hare Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign invites South Florida residents to sip and sample the area’s most celebrated culinary creations to help kids in need at the 30th annual Taste of the Nation for No Kid Hungry on April 27. Hosted at Ice Palace Films Studios in Miami, the tasting event will feature gourmet cuisine and libations crafted by the city’s top chefs, sommeliers, mixologists and brewers as they unite to

House in Wynwood. Notable South Florida eateries participating to date include 3030 Ocean, Area 31, Beaker & Gray, Concrete Beach Brewery, Finka Table & Tap, Glass & Vine, Lure Fishbar, Macchialina, Meat Market, StripSteak by Michael Mina and Wynwood Brewing Company, among others. One in six children in America struggles with hunger, including more than 1.1 million kids in Florida. No Kid Hun-

Led by Chef Chairman Timon Balloo, South Florida’s culinary tastemakers will provide guests with bite-size fare, cra cocktails and delectable desserts.

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raise funds to ensure all children in America have access to healthy food every day. All proceeds from the event benefit No Kid Hungry’s work to end childhood hunger in America. Led by Chef Chairman Timon Balloo, South Florida’s culinary tastemakers will provide guests with bite-size fare, craft cocktails and delectable desserts. The benefit will also feature a silent auction. The event will be followed by an exclusive Chef’s Party for VIP ticket holders at R

gry ensures that kids start the day with a nutritious breakfast and that families learn to shop and cook on a budget. In 2017, South Florida’s Taste of the Nation for No Kid Hungry raised enough to connect hungry kids in need with up to 680,000 healthy meals. Local beneficiaries include Florida Impact, FLIPANY and Feeding South Florida. O For more information, visit nokidhungry.com/miami.



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The Sound Of Science

Max Planck Florida Institute For Neuroscience Hosts Science Meets Music Series

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he Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience (MPFI) in Jupiter kicked off its Science Meets Music series with 2014 Nobel Laureate Dr. Stefan Hell. More than 500 community members enjoyed a night of virtuosic music and scientific discovery at Benjamin Hall at The Benjamin Upper School in Palm Beach Gardens.

earned him the Nobel Prize for Chemistry, allows researchers to see things they’ve never been able to, like how molecules build connections between nerve cells in the brain or the interactions between proteins involved in Parkinson’s and Huntington’s disease, according to Dr. Hell. Guests also enjoyed a perfor-

Edvard Moser, David Fitzpatrick and Stefan Hell

We are so pleased to be able to attract such highcaliber speakers and musicians from across the globe to our South Florida community. The talent and insight they impart is invaluable, and we look forward to future opportunities to continue our community involvement. – Dr. David Fitzpatrick, CEO and scientific director, MPFI

“We are so pleased to be able to attract such high-caliber speakers and musicians from across the globe to our South Florida community,” says Dr. David Fitzpatrick, CEO and scientific director, MPFI. “The talent and insight they impart is invaluable, and we look forward to future opportunities to continue our community involvement.” Dr. Hell, director of the Max Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry, discussed the new field of imaging known as nanoscopy. This significant advancement in research, which

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mance by Finnish-Dutch cellist Jonathan Roozeman from the Kronberg Academy. During the second part of the musical program, Roozeman was accompanied by his father, Robert, on the piano. The final event in this year’s Science Meets Music series will take place on April 18, featuring Dr. Manfred Gahr, director of the Max Planck Institute for Ornithology. O For more information, call 561-972-9027 or visit mpfi.org/rsvpsmm.


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happenings calendar ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY

1300 BISCAYNE BLVD., MIAMI, 305 949 6722; ARSHTCENTER.ORG

APRIL 3 8 “The Bodyguard: The Musical” Show times vary.

APRIL 25 An Intimate Evening With David Foster – Hitman Tour Show begins at 8 p.m.

CHRIS BOTTI APRIL 18 KRAVIS CENTER

AMERICAN AIRLINES ARENA

601 BISCAYNE BLVD., MIAMI, 786 777 1000; AAARENA.COM

APRIL 3, 9, 11 Miami Heat Basketball Game times vary.

APRIL 5 8 Disney On Ice

Show times vary.

APRIL 12 Lorde

Show begins at 7 p.m.

APRIL 14 MiamiBash

Show begins at 8 p.m.

Calendar April

AUTONATION® IMAX® THEATER MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY AND SCIENCE,

401 S.W. SECOND ST., FORT LAUDERDALE, 954 467 6637; MODS.ORG

APRIL 1 15 “Ready Player One” – The IMAX Experience Show times vary.

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BB&T CENTER

1 PANTHER PARKWAY, SUNRISE, 954 835 7469; THEBBTCENTER.COM

APRIL 2, 3, 5, 7 Florida Panthers Hockey Game times vary.

APRIL 8 Stars On Ice

Show begins at 4 p.m.

APRIL 21 Chris Tomlin Presents Worship Night In America Show begins at 7 p.m.

APRIL 25 Pink – Beautiful Trauma World Tour 2018 Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

APRIL 28 Jeff Dunham Show begins at 5 p.m.

JEFF DUNHAM

APRIL 28 BB&T CENTER


happenings calendar BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

201 S.W. FIFTH AVE., FORT LAUDERDALE, 954 462 0222; BROWARDCENTER.ORG

APRIL 8 Buddy Guy

Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

APRIL 18 Dan Rather

Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

APRIL 22 Dead Horses

Show begins at 7 p.m.

APRIL 26 10,000 Maniacs

Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

APRIL 25 Todd Rundgren’s “Utopia”

Show begins at 8 p.m.

THE CENTER CORAL SPRINGS CENTER FOR THE ARTS

2855 CORAL SPRINGS DRIVE, CORAL SPRINGS, 954 344 5990; THECENTERCS.COM

APRIL 8 Reggae Meets Soul Showcase

Show begins at 7 p.m.

APRIL 18 Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox

Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

THE FILLMORE MIAMI BEACH AT THE JACKIE GLEASON THEATER

APRIL 20 Los Amigos Invisibles

APRIL 20 “A Chorus Line”

APRIL 23 Absolut Elyx Presents Dita Von Teese And The Copper Coupe Burlesque

APRIL 21 The Silkroad Ensemble With Yo-Yo Ma

HARD ROCK LIVE, SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO

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Show begins at 7 p.m.

Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

1 SEMINOLE WAY, HOLLYWOOD, 954 797 5555; HARDROCKLIVE HOLLYWOODFL.COM

APRIL 20 Huey Lewis And The News

Show begins at 8 p.m.

MIZNER PARK AMPHITHEATER

APRIL 7 16th Annual Boca Bacchanal Wine & Food Festival Bacchanalia Event begins at 7 p.m.

707 N.E. EIGHTH ST., FORT LAUDERDALE; 954 462 0222; PARKERPLAYHOUSE.COM

APRIL 20 Anthony Jeselnik: “Funny Games”

Show begins at 8 p.m.

APRIL 29 Static & Ben El

Show begins at 3 p.m.

DITA VON TEESE APRIL 23 THE FILLMORE

APRIL 30 “My Heart In A Suitcase”

Show begins at 10 a.m.

SEMINOLE CASINO COCONUT CREEK

5550 N.W. 40TH ST., COCONUT CREEK, 954 977 6700; SEMINOLECOCONUT CREEKCASINO.COM

APRIL 6 An Evening With Sophia Loren

Show begins at 8 p.m.

Show begins at 8 p.m.

APRIL 21 John Mulaney

Show begins at 8 p.m.

JAMES L. KNIGHT INTERNATIONAL CENTER

400 S.E. SECOND AVE., MIAMI, 305 416 5970; JLKC.COM

APRIL 6 & 7 Katt Williams

Show times vary.

APRIL 21 Festival Of Praise Presents Texture Of A Man

Show begins at 8 p.m.

APRIL 29 Raphael

Show begins at 8 p.m.

KRAVIS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

1700 WASHINGTON AVE., MIAMI BEACH, 305 673 7300; FILLMOREMB.COM

701 OKEECHOBEE BLVD., WEST PALM BEACH, 561 832 7469; KRAVIS.ORG

APRIL 13 The Revivalists

APRIL 18 An Evening With Chris Botti

Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

Show begins at 8 p.m.

PARKER PLAYHOUSE

Show begins at 8 p.m.

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events APRIL 4 South Florida Science Center & Aquarium Annual Benefit This event features special guest Kevin Mitnick, the world’s most famous hacker. Takes place at The Breakers Palm Beach. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 561-832-1988 or visit sfsciencecenter.org.

APRIL 6 & 7 Annual Boca Bacchanal Wine & Food Festival The event comprises two days of food and wine, featuring vintner dinners and the Bacchanalia. Benefits Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum. Takes place at various locations. Start times vary. For more information, call 561-395-6766 or visit bocabacchanal.com.

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APRIL 7 Florida Atlantic University President’s Gala Providing scholarships and support for FAU students, this multilevel event will feature gourmet dining, a full open bar, live entertainment, auction items and more. Takes place at Greenberg Foundation Tower at FAU Stadium in Boca Raton. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 561-297-3737 or visit gala.fau.edu.

APRIL 7 & 8 Eighth Annual City Place Art Fair More than 100 of the finest artists in the country will showcase a wide array of media, including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, glass, wood, collage, mixed media, handmade

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jewelry and much more. Takes place at CityPlace in West Palm Beach. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-746-6615 or visit artfestival.com.

APRIL 10 Boca West Foundation A Concert For The Children The “Battle of the Bands: Chicago vs. Billy Joel” concert will feature a Florida State Fair theme with top-notch food trucks. Takes place at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 6 p.m. For more information, call 561-488-6980 or visit bocawest foundation.org.

APRIL 10 BP Industry Icon Event The featured speaker

HUEY LEWIS AND THE NEWS APRIL 20 HARD ROCK LIVE

is Bill Green, a start-up mogul, philanthropist and author. Breakfast will be served with dietary laws observed. Takes place at Zinman Hall at Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County in Boca Raton. Starts at 8 a.m. For more information, call 561-852-3128 or visit jewishboca.org/icon.

APRIL 11 St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Ninth Annual Palm Beach Dinner A night of cocktails, dinner and dancing will benefit the organization’s mission of finding cures and saving children. Takes place at Club Colette in Palm Beach. Starts at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 305-537-1429 or visit stjude.org/palmbeach dinner.

APRIL 12 Impact 100 Palm Beach County Grand Awards Event The celebratory event awards $100,000 grants to South Palm Beach County nonprofits. Takes place at Lynn University Wold Performing Arts Center in Boca Raton. Starts at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 561-336-4623 or visit impact100pbc.org.

APRIL 12 15 Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction Florida’s premier automotive lifestyle event features The John Staluppi Cars of Dreams Collection. Takes place at South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach. Start times vary. For more information, call

561-515-1091 or visit barrett-jackson.com.

APRIL 13 15 Delray Affair The event features more than 600 exhibitors, including artists, cra ers and food vendors from Delray Beach and all over the country. Takes place along Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Delray Beach. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-274-4663 or visit delrayaffair.com.

APRIL 14 Healthy Kids Day The event will encourage children and parents to keep their bodies and minds active this summer. Takes place at Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton. Starts at 10 a.m. For more


JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL SCREENING AND PANEL DISCUSSION OF

APRIL 25TH 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Boca Raton Museum of Art 501 Plaza Real Boca Raton, FL 33432 RSVP Required Please contact Jessica Rothschild, Director of Admissions and Outreach: 866.228.1591 | JRothschild@fusionacademy.com Michelle Rose Gilman

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happenings calendar information, call 561-395-9622 or visit ymcaspbc.org.

APRIL 14 Parkinson’s Sequins And Sparkle Gala An evening of cocktails, fine dining, music and dancing as well as live and silent auctions. Takes place at Woodfield Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 561-962-1702 or visit parkinson.org.

and entertainment while raising funds for shoes, backpacks, school supplies and grants for underprivileged children. Takes place at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 954-905-2505 or visit injacobsshoes.org.

THE SILKROAD ENSEMBLE WITH YO YO MA

APRIL 18 Israelfest Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, and enjoy a night of live music, an Israel fun zone with PJ Library, kosher food trucks, a Yom Hazikaron tribute, a Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration and a concert. Takes place at Mizner Park Amphitheater in Boca Raton. Starts at 7:15 p.m. For more information, call 561-852-3160 or visit jewishboca.org/ israelfest.

APRIL 18 Science Meets Music

APRIL 21 KRAVIS CENTER

APRIL 21 Great American Clean-Up

APRIL 19 Women Of Tomorrow Fifth Annual Wine Dinner

Hosted by the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, guests will enjoy an innovative and creative program featuring Dr. Manfred Gahr, director of the Max Planck Institute for Ornithology. Takes place at The Benjamin Upper School in Palm Beach Gardens. Starts at 6:15 p.m. For more information, call 561-972-9027 or visit mpfi.org.

Enjoy a silent auction and a wine-pairing dinner. Hosted by the Women of Tomorrow Mentor and Scholarship Program. Takes place at St. Andrews Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 305-371-3331 or visit womenof tomorrow.org.

APRIL 19 In Jacob’s Shoes Eighth Annual Celebration – Every Sole Counts

This luncheon features guest speaker Kate Gosselin. Benefits the Levis JCC’s Helene & Roy Schwedelson Special Needs

Enjoy cocktails, dinner

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Department. Takes place at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 561-852-3253 or visit levisjcc.org.

APRIL 21 Debbie’s Dream Foundation Ninth Annual Dream Makers Gala The evening features a silent auction, cocktails, dinner, dancing and gambling. Benefits Debbie’s Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer. Takes place at The Diplomat Resort & Spa in Hollywood. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 954-475-1200 or visit debbiesdream.org.

Join millions across America for the nation’s largest community-service program, cleaning up beaches and mangroves. Takes place at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center in Boca Raton. Starts at 8 a.m. For more information, call 561-544-8605 or visit gumbolimbo.org.

APRIL 21 & 22 39th Annual Hatsume Fair Experience taiko drumming performances, martial arts and bonsai demonstrations, a costume contest, a fashion show and more. Takes place at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-495-0233 or visit morikami.org.

APRIL 27 30th Annual Taste Of The Nation For No Kid Hungry

Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign invites you to this tasting event to raise funds to ensure all children in America have access to healthy food every day. Takes place at Ice Palace Film Studios in Miami. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 305-573-0658 or visit nokidhungry.com/miami.

APRIL 27 Men With Caring Hearts Luncheon Hosted by Florence Fuller Child Development Centers, this annual event honors male volunteers who have improved the lives of Palm Beach County residents. Takes place at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 11 a.m. For more information, call 561-391-7274 or visit ffcdc.org.

APRIL 27 Seventh Annual Celebration Of The Arts Live music, an indoor art gallery and an open mic show will showcase the talents of the Lynn

University faculty, students, staff and alumni. Takes place at Lynn University in Boca Raton. Starts at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 561-237-9000 or visit lynn.edu.

APRIL 28 SOS Florida 21st Annual Hope And Home Gala Featuring dining, dancing and live and silent auctions, this event benefits SOS Florida’s goal to help local foster children. Takes place at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 954-420-5030 or visit sosflorida.com.

APRIL 29 Mothers Against Drunk Driving Annual Walk/Run Join thousands of walkers and runners making strides in the ongoing fight against drunk driving. Takes place at Huizenga Park in Fort Lauderdale. Starts at 7:30 a.m. For more information, call 877-275-6233 or visit madd.org. O


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Mother’s Day Luncheon Honoring Woman of the Year Shirley Weisman

T hursday, May 3, 2018 Boca West Country Club, Boca Raton Boutique and Silent Auction • Luncheon & Program Rene Ruiz Collection Fashion Show • Models’ Hair & Makeup by Salon Copage

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Honorary Chairs

Robin Bresky

Marci Langley and Chris Miller

Grand Benefactor

Corporate Grand Benefactor

Elaine & Harold Friedland

Douglas C. Lane & Associates

Sponsors & Underwriters Baer’s Furniture BankUnited/Eris Sander Helena Buchalter Marcie & Mark Butters Craig Zinn Automotive

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Northern Trust Marla Schaefer

Linda F. Kaplan

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Marilyn & Jay Weinberg

Gayle & Chuck Lichtman

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happenings flash Saks Fi h Avenue Boca Raton Stella McCartney Luncheon

Saks Fifth Avenue Boca Raton welcomed more than 50 friends and supporters of Florence Fuller Child Development Centers (FFCDC) for an exclusive luncheon and fashion presentation, featuring the Stella McCartney Spring and Summer 2018 collections. Co-hosted by Heather Shaw and Denise Zimmerman, the event supported the children and families of FFCDC.

Monica Goldstein, Denise Zimmerman, Debbie Weisman and Michelle Mintz

Eda Viner, Laura Stoltz, Wanda Harrold and Kathy Adkins

Marilyn Weinberg, Heather Shaw and Eda Viner

Stacey Packer and Rosa Agentis Feeney

John Tolbert, Denise Zimmerman and Amy Kazma

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Donna Nero and Tracy Louv

Annie Bergner and Renee Blatt

Photos by Carlos Aristizabal

Tina Westine, Heather Shaw, Ida Simonsen, Gail Wasserman, Marilyn Weinberg, Yvette Drucker and Jan Savarick


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American Asset Management’s investment philosophy is based on the work of Harry Browne, who, in 1972, developed the “Permanent Portfolio” of four asset classes: Cash, Gold, the S&P 500 and 30-year Treasury Bonds. He saw that these asset classes move in opposite directions, creating long-term potential gains while smoothing out short-term volatility. In 2008 when the stock market lost approximately 35%, Treasury Bonds gained approximately 35% while Gold earned approximately 8%. That is the beauty of owning non correlated assets.

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Mike & Amy Kazma Marilyn & Stanley Barry

Kathy, Paul and Caroline Adkins

56th Annual Boca Raton Regional Hospital Ball

The Temptations entertained more than 1,200 at the 56th Annual Boca Raton Regional Hospital Ball at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. The gala raised $1.66 million to benefit patient care initiatives at the hospital. Honorary chairs Marilyn and Stanley Barry, Christine E. Lynn and Barbara and Richard Schmidt were recognized. Judi & Allan Schuman

Amy & David Ross

Jo Ann & Philip Procacci

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Karen & Larry Altschul

Photos by Downtown Photo

Linda Behmoiras, Carrie Rubin, Lauren Johnson and Karen Foreman


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Anastasia Taglienti, Dawn DeMarco-Book, Marlene Ross Khouri, Noelle Kahan, Paige Kornblue Hunter, Joan Marie Veesaert and Rene Mahfood

Sally Kennedy and Mark & Holly Robillard

Robin Mahfood and Adam Stewart

Daniel & Jamie Umberger

Food For The Poor 23rd Annual Building Hope Gala

Andy & Liz Mulligan, Jill & Adam Stewart, Paige Kornblue Hunter & Andrew Hunter, Scott Peiffer & Kathleen Koons Peiffer, Michael Lohmann and Jaime Stewart-McConnell

Jill Rosen, Noelle Kahan, Deborah Blase, Joan Marie Veesaert, Renae Blatt, Stefanie Rosenzweig and Elena Lawlor

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Lisa & Todd Kennedy

Select photos by Downtown Photo

A crowd of 350 came together at Food For The Poor’s 23rd Annual Building Hope Gala, united with a goal of making a difference in the lives of destitute families in Boen, Haiti. By the end of the travel-themed evening at Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club, guests had pledged to build 50 sturdy homes with water, sanitation and solar-powered light kits.



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Ron Siegel and Fred Weinstein Ken Pritzker, Matt Kutcher, Lauren Galvani and Samy Dwek

Larry Blair, Michael Shapiro, David Pratt and Matt Levin

Gary Lesser and Dan Seigel

Irving Eckhardt Mitzvah Society Cocktail Reception

More than 150 local estate-planning professionals and others committed to philanthropic giving and the future of the Jewish community honored Michael Shapiro at the 2018 Irving Eckhardt Mitzvah Society Cocktail Reception at Waterstone Resort & Marina. The event welcomed Fred Weinstein and David Friedman into the society.

Daniel, Mara, Michael and Craig Shapiro

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Jerry Kramer and Michael Shapiro

Photos by Jeffrey Tholl Photography

Brian Singer and Steve Belson


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The marital law boutiques of Fisher, Bendeck, & Potter and the Law Office of Benjamin T. Hodas merged on January 1, 2018, bringing partners Jeff Fisher, Zac Potter, and Ben Hodas together in a single firm. The merger creates a firm of attorneys who trained with Jeff Fisher while he litigated billions of dollars of divorce and asset recovery cases in Florida and throughout the United States. The New York Times recently referred to the Fisher team as a “highly creative wealth squad” that is unlike your “normal” family law practice. For select clients in need of their services, Fisher, Potter, and Hodas have combined to create a bigger and better firm than ever before. Arm yourself for the challenges to come.

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Lothar & Carolyn Mayer

Ari, Selma, Daniel and Michael Weiss

B’nai Torah Congregation Annual Dinner Dance

Stephen Lippy and William & Sandra Lippy

Stephen & Sandra Lippy

Rabbi David Steinhardt

Harold & Beatriz Jacobsohn

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Meryl & Ron Gallatin

Photos by Arrow Photography

B’nai Torah Congregation hosted its Annual Dinner Dance, which included a celebration of Israel’s 70th birthday and special recognition of couples and organizations that have made an impact on the state of Israel. The event included cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a formal sit-down dinner, music, dancing and a special multimedia presentation.


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Glenn Glazer and Joseph Sitrick Abbe Becker, Ricki Lake, Danielle Hartman, Robin Rubin and Arleen Roberts

Jay & Linda Rosenkranz and Edith Stein Kristen Hernandez, Stefan Pasternack, Ricki Lake and Dana & Jeff Pasternack

JFS Reflections Of Hope Luncheon

At Boca West Country Club, actress and TV host Ricki Lake shared her story about living with her former husband, who suffered from bi-polar disorder, with more than 550 at the Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services (JFS) 6th Annual Reflections of Hope Luncheon: Breaking the Stigma of Mental Illness. The event benefits the JFS Welcome Home Program and JFS Counseling & Mental Health Services.

Marissa Hollander, Marvin Schiller, Ricki Lake and Nancy Schiller

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Ron Reshefsky, Ricki Lake and Danielle Hartman

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Shirley Weisman, Ricki Lake and Bart Weisman


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Billie & Bernie Marcus

Claudia Dubois and Dennis Frisch

Jon Burford and Raquel Hart Dave Aronberg, Gary & Cecelia Peters, Spencer Siegel and Neil Saffer

20th Annual OPAL Awards

Hosted by the Rotary Club of Boca Raton at Boca West Country Club, the 20thbAnnual OPAL Awards honored the people who make Boca Raton a great city in which to live, work, play and worship.b Honorees included Frank and Laura Frione, Bernie and Billie Marcus, Bill Mitchell, Summer Faerman and Jerry and Joan Glassman.

Summer Faerman, Frank & Laura Frione and Joan & Jerry Glassman

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Trisha & Charles Bender

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(Front row) Barbara Shashoua, Bonnie Judson, Jan Savarick, Cheryl Van Hare, Pamela Higer Polani, Sue Heller; (second row) Wendy Vevante, Candy Cohn, Ina Trueheart, Vicki Plumer, Sue Kimball, Jodi Friedman, Laurie Dubow, Susan Haynie; (third row) Elyssa Kupferberg, Christine Morris, Ilene Becker, Rachel Heller Lenner, Arlene Herson; (fourth row) Beth Slossberg, Maria Sachs, Barry Zeitlin and Patricia Waldronb Christine Lynn and Anne Green

Theb4thbAnnualbAlzheimer’s Luncheon hosted nearly 900 atb Boca West Country Club. The event – which benefited thebLouis & Anne Green Memory and Wellness Center of the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing at Florida Atlantic University, thebAlzheimer’s Associationbandb Alzheimer’s Community Care – was the first time all three organizations combined forces.

Dick Schmidt and Maria Sachs

Jon Sahn and Judy Weaver

Charlotte Beasley and Brandi Abrahams Judy Herman, Terry Fedele, Marilyn Weinberg, Mary Barnes and Ann Young

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Susan Breitbart and Barbara Birman

Jen Vogel, Stacey Berger, Lori Billig, Jennifer Kaufman, Joy Goldman, Beth Bernick and Robyn Schiller

Touch A Heart Foundation 14th Annual Spa Day

The Oaks at Boca Raton hosted Touch A Heart Foundation’s 14th Annual Spa Day – A Day of Healthy Hearts and Helping Others. Nearly 300 participants, volunteers and spa providers gathered for a day of relaxing; shopping; dining; and mini spa services such as massages, facials and acupuncture. Touch A Heart is dedicated to improving the lives of underprivileged children in South Florida.

Ronnie Mantin Galison and Lisa Hindin

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Deborah Perlman, Richard O’Neil and Jennifer Kaufman

Diane Brickman, Kyle LaCroix and Allison Noonan

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SUBDIVISION

ADDRESS

BUYER

SELLER

SALE PRICE

PRIOR SALE PRICE

PRIOR SALE DATE

ADDISON RESERVE

7314 SEDONA WAY

SHAEVITZ INA

ZAPOLEON JEFFREY R

$1,900,000

$1,949,922

21-SEP-01

7605 BELLA VERDE WAY

COHEN ANNE

KRA IRENE

$700,000

$891,254

05-JUL-00

7805 MONTECITO PL

FRIEDMAN GARY

SHER CLIVE M

$550,000

$710,000

08-FEB-11

12365 RIVERFALLS CT

LUFT SHAWN DAVID

STERN GARY E

$600,000

$475,000

23-AUG-13

BOCA FALLS BOCA ISLES NORTH

19475 BLACK OLIVE LN

KETCHEDJIAN ARMEN

MARCHELLO CLAUDIA

$650,000

$360,000

18-SEP-09

10831 TEA OLIVE LN

ALIMENA ALBERT

SCHOPS LESLIE

$565,000

$200,000

01-JAN-94

10888 TEA OLIVE LN

GRECO FRANCESCO

HOLZ MEILING ELMA NIKKO

$225,000

$440,000

04-NOV-14

10570 E KEY DR

CEROTA RANDEE J

LEVINE BARRY

$629,000

$480,000

19-JAN-15

$485,000

30-DEC-13

BOCA LAKES

3984 NW 25TH WAY

LEMBESSIS ROSA

BALASSIANO BRANDON M

$575,000

BOCA WEST CC - CEDARWOOD

7660 CEDARWOOD CIR

SHER KENNETH

BLAND ROBERT INDIV TRUSTEE

$218,000

- HAMLET

7440 BONDSBERRY CT

SALZMAN RITA

PECKAR ROBERT

$375,000

$187,827

20-APR-15

- MAHOGANY BEND

7419 MAHOGANY BEND CT

BOILEN SANDRA

MARTIN ALVIN C

$550,000

$1,025,000

24-JUN-08

BROKEN SOUND CC - TIMBER MILL

2298 NW 62ND DR

LIEBMAN JESSE

LEVY PETER

$335,000

$345,000

19-FEB-04

- VINTAGE PLACE

2437 NW 62ND ST

CHARLES DANA F

BOYKIN MARK D

$625,000

$725,000

16-JUL-04

18-JUL-14

- WHISPER TRACE

5326 NW 21ST AVE

HOCKEY MARJORIE R

REMS JEFFREY I INDIV TRUSTEE

$210,000

COLONNADE AT GLEN OAKS

2653 NW 48TH ST

KARGIN-UTKIN ALEXANDER

GARR BRIAN

$625,000

$370,000

23-SEP-14

LES JARDINS

4305 NW 24TH WAY

ALBERT RICHARD

HEATHCOTT FORREST III

$1,700,000

$1,337,500

15-OCT-02

LEXINGTON ESTATES

10022 VENEZIA PL

ANDREOLI KENIA S

DEUTSCHE BANK NATL TRUST CO TRUSTEE

$380,000

$350,000

31-MAY-17

MIZNER COUNTRY CLUB

8053 LAUREL RIDGE CT

ANSLOW RENA

DEUTSCHE BANK NATL TRUST CO TRUSTEE

$390,000

$550,000

21-SEP-16

8934 VALHALLA DR

ROTHSTEIN LAZARUS

BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUSTEE

$423,000

$100,100

07-SEP-16

01-OCT-99

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Source: Palm Beach County Property Appraiser

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SUBDIVISION

ADDRESS

BUYER

NEWPORT BAY CLUB

6711 NEWPORT LAKE CIR

CHAIT BARRY SCOTT

PALMETTO PLACE CONDOMINIUM

99 SE MIZNER BLVD PH 28

SIMON BARBARA S

SALE PRICE

PRIOR SALE PRICE

SHAW TALBERT O

$650,000

$670,000

SINGER SHARON L

$525,000

SELLER

PRIOR SALE DATE 15-FEB-02 16-SEP-04

99 SE MIZNER BLVD PH 33

SY MALFA SUGOY

CONROY MARIA PILAR

$317,000

POLO CLUB - VILLE DE CAPRI

5093 VIA DE AMALFI DR

MARLOW IAN

KAPLOW JEFFREY INDIV TRUSTEE

$142,500

ROYAL PALM YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

368 S SILVER PALM RD

FEENEY ARINA

PEPOS PHILIPPE INDIV TRUSTEE

$4,400,000

1340 ROYAL PALM WAY

CLINE LAURIE A

WEITZ ELLEN JOAN INDIV TRUSTEE

$6,150,000

1720 SABAL PALM DR

BHUTTA SARAH J

KLEIN MICHAEL S INDIV TRUSTEE

$4,660,000

11-AUG-17

867 SEVILLA DR

CORNETTA JOHN

CORNETTA PATRICIA C

$69,190

16-NOV-06

783 VALENCIA DR

HANNON JOHN F

CAMBARERI JOHN E

$1,315,000

812 TOLEDO DR

BRISSON SUSAN MICHELLE

TOMMASO RALPH

$860,000

17978 LAKE AZURE WAY

HALLMAN BARBARA

HENDERSON KEVIN

$862,500

$860,000

04-MAY-17

17518 GRAND ESTE WAY

MALINCHAK JAMES R

ABDUL-KADER KHALDOUN

$2,800,000

$2,550,000

03-JUN-15

9091 REDONDA DR

APPLETON TRACY

STANDARD PACIFIC OF FLORIDA

$2,355,030

$8,800,000

29-OCT-12

18566 HARBOR LIGHT WAY

BUHR PETER J

IRVING JONATHON B

$540,000

$460,000

15-JUN-12

THE ESTATES

THE OAKS AT BOCA RATON

THE SHORES

$227,000

07-DEC-12 10-MAR-03

$780,000

01-SEP-11 22-DEC-06

$605,000

07-FEB-03 10-NOV-16

11217 SEA GRASS CIR

WEICHSELBAUM STEPHANIE

HANINA JEFFREY M

$555,000

$459,000

14-FEB-13

TIMBERCREEK NORTH

3600 NW 23RD TER

RODRIGUEZ JUAN

CARTER JAMES R

$610,000

$460,000

26-OCT-12

TROPIC ISLE

951 EVE ST

CHRZAN FELICIDAD

URQUHART GLEN

$885,000

$770,000

28-MAR-14

WOODFIELD CC - HAMPTONS

3222 HARRINGTON DR

YAM DEBORAH

DAVIS BARRY M

$1,625,000

$1,523,500

06-MAR-03

- REGENTS SQUARE

5760 NW 38TH AVE

SOMA EDWARD

BELLISSIMO JUDITH P

$590,000

$645,000

30-OCT-07

- STRATFORD GREEN

3367 NW 53RD CIR

DIAMOND ARLENE

REIFINGER STEVEN

$560,000

$550,000

25-JUL-12


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GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN

A Mother Honors Her Late Daughter Via Domestic Violence Nonprofit Gemma’s Angels BY REBECCA MCBANE

W

hen tragedy strikes, we’re often compelled to make some kind of sense of it. When Linda Villareale learned of her daughter’s murder, she emerged from the loss with a need to stop such violence from happening ever again – and with three granddaughters to raise. In 2013, Gemma Burlakoff was fatally shot by her husband on a street in Boca Raton. Two of her daughters witnessed the horrific event, and all three were orphaned when their father was subsequently killed by police. At the time, Villareale had recently retired. What savings she had were gone after fighting for custody of her grand-

Linda Villareale with Brady, Bryce and Blain

This is an organization that was founded because of this type of physical, mental and emotional abuse, caused by a gun and caused by murder. So, it is real. It does happen. Three little girls became orphans. daughters, and the GoFundMe campaign she created, which became known as Gemma’s Angels, was their only lifeline. “When they became orphans, there was no money at all,” says the Delray Beach resident. “The girls basically came to me with the clothes they wore for the day.” Within a few months of her daughter’s passing, Villareale

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turned Gemma’s Angels into a nonprofit. Together with granddaughters Bryce (11), Brady (9) and Blain (5), she is active with Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse (AVDA). Every year, they can be found at AVDA’s Run For Hope in their Gemma’s Angels T-shirts, raising awareness about the consequences of gun violence.

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“We’re joined hands in hand with AVDA in trying to support their goals,” Villareale says. “But we want to do more. We want to get into the scholarship funds, and we want to help in other areas as well.” With Villareale’s granddaughters still so young, most fundraising efforts are still geared toward their care and college funds. But

Villareale plans to expand their work to raise awareness of domestic violence and help others before it’s too late. “I hope we can raise a lot of money, that we can get into the minds of a lot of people,” she says. “This is an organization that was founded because of this type of physical, mental and emotional abuse, caused by a gun and caused by murder. So, it is real. It does happen. Three little girls became orphans, and we hope that it doesn’t happen, but God knows it probably will. But there’s a place where people can go and get some help.” O For more information, visit facebook.com/gemmas3angels.


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