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Boca Raton History Museum Reveals 2021’s Commemorative Holiday Ornament

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Junior League of Boca Raton Donates 125 Thanksgiving in a Box to Boca Helping Hands

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Richard S. Isaacson, M.D. to lead Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention

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The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum (SBRHM) today revealed the nonproﬁt organization’s annual commemorative holiday ornament. This year’s seasonal collectible celebrates the fondly remembered Cabana Club. In 1930, Boca Raton Club owner Clarence Geist realized the need for beachfront access for the patrons of his new hotel, so he had a cabana club built on the beach south of Boca Raton inlet at Via Cabana. The Cabana Club became the most public venue of the private resort; locals could rent a cabana there and it hosted many a dance, barbecue, and public and private celebration. The club was demolished in ca. 1981 after the construction of the nearby Boca Beach Club.

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• The Fuller Center will hold its Annual Wee Dream Ball, the organization’s signature fundraiser, on Friday, December 3 from 6 to 11 p.m. at Boca West Country Club. Event co-chairs are Fuller Center Board President Simone Spiegel and Foundation Board President Peg Anderson, with fellow Fuller Center Board members Hiromi Printz and David Clark serving as Honorary Chairs. • Kicking off the 2021 holiday season, CP Group’s Annual “Community” Tree Lighting in Boca Raton at its Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC) drew hundreds of local yuletide revelers for a full evening of winter magic culminating in the illumination of a 40-foot Christmas tree, decked in thousands of twinkling LED lights and hundreds of ornaments. • Florida Atlantic University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science recently launched a new “Professional Ph.D. Program in Computer Science,” designed speciﬁcally for working professionals. • An exciting new restaurant, Corvina Seafood Grill, featuring a renowned chef, an array of unique culinary creations, and stunning interior and exterior spaces, will open in bustling downtown Boca Raton this Friday, December 3. The 235-seat restaurant was created by industry veterans Dean Carras and Patrick Marino, along with operating partners David Wizenberg and renowned Washington, D.C. Executive Chef Jeff Tunks. • 94 Volunteers from the Junior League of Boca Raton donated 124 Thanksgiving in a Box to Boca Helping Hands and three additional large boxes of extra food. Boca Helping Hands used these boxes to provide families with turkeys and all the ingredients needed to cook a holiday feast. • Florida Atlantic University is pleased to welcome Richard S. Isaacson, M.D., a worldrenowned neurologist and researcher, as director of the newly launched FAU Center for Brain Health within the Schmidt College of Medicine, established through the generous support of The Harry T. Mangurian, Jr. Foundation. He also will direct the Alzheim-

er’s Prevention Clinic and lead an academic clinical research program aimed at reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), Parkinson’s disease, and Lewy body dementia in individuals with a family history of these diseases who do not yet have any cognitive decline or other clinical complaints. • Top health and community leaders gathered for a watch party on November 9, 2021 at Palm Healthcare Pavilion in West Palm Beach, FL, when Palm Beach County was recognized as one of 10 winners from across the United States of the 2020-2021 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Prize during a virtual ceremony. The Prize honors and elevates communities for working at the forefront of advancing health, opportunity, and equity. Palm Beach County now joins Broward County, Eatonville, and Miami-Dade County as the fourth Florida community to win the distinguished Prize. • Need to brush up on your gift-wrapping skills this holiday season? The Boynton Beach City Library will host a free gift-wrapping demonstration program and movie event for the community on Monday, December 13. The event will begin at 11 am in the City Commission Chambers, located on the ﬁrst ﬂoor of City Hall at 100 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach. • Enhance Health, LLC announced today it has created over 200 full time jobs at its Coral Springs headquarters in three short months, and a goal to add another 150 positions by June 2022. There is an extremely diverse group of agents with most being minorities and women. • Maddie wishes for a “girlie” bedroom and her favorite color is pink. Thanks to Special Spaces Boca Raton and State Farm®, nineyear-old Maddie, from Delray Beach who is undergoing treatment for Rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare type of cancer that affects muscle tissue, will receive her wish.

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COMMUNITY The Fuller Center Wee Dream Ball Will Celebrate Agency’s 50th Anniversary

Event sponsors include Kathy and Paul The Fuller Center will hold its Annual Wee Dream Ball, the organization’s sig- Adkins, Arthur and Shelly Adler, Adriana’s nature fundraiser, on Friday, December 3 Designs, ADT Security Services, Amy and from 6 to 11 p.m. at Boca West Country Mike Kazma, Peg Anderson, Boca Raton Club. Event co-chairs are Fuller Center Magazine, Christine E. Lynn, E.M. Lynn Board President Simone Spiegel and Foun- Foundation, Robin and Charles Deyo, Exdation Board President Peg Anderson, with cell Auto Group, Karma Palm Beach and Kar ma Broward, fellow Fuller Center Fast Signs, KarBoard members Hien and Jay Foreromi Printz and Daman, Leslie and David Clark serving as vid Kantor, Silvana Honorary Chairs. “This year’s event will and Barry Halperin, Cocktail hour celebrate the agency’s Wendy and Matthew will include the covMaschler, Neiman eted Neiman Mar50th Anniversary Marcus Boca Raton, cus Chance Game and is expected to Hiromi and Roband an elevated Siert Printz, Jo Ann lent Auction folsurprise and delight and Phillip Procaclowed by dinner and all who attend. We ci, Publix Super dancing. The eveMarkets Charities, ning will conclude promise it will be a Janice and Jeffrey with a special 50th night to remember! Sandelman, Tito’s Anniversary preHandmade Vodka sentation. Tickets Funds raised at the and Eda and Cliff are $300 per perViner. Table Sponson and can be purWee Dream Ball play sors include Daskal chased at ffcdc.org/ such a crucial role Bolton, LLP, Fast special-events/weeSigns Boca Raton, dream-ball. in supporting our Al and Joni Gold“T his year ’s hardworking families berg, Stacey and Evevent will celebrate an Packer, The Polo the agency’s 50th and their children,” Club of Boca Raton Anniversary and is and Edith Stein. expected to surprise To sponsor the and delight all who event, purchase tickattend. We promise it will be a night to remember! Funds raised ets, or make a Gift from the Heart donaat the Wee Dream Ball play such a crucial tion in support of the Fuller Center, please role in supporting our hardworking fami- contact Special Event Manager Alana Lalies and their children,” said Ellyn Okrent, gerström at alagerstrom@ffcdc.org or call (561) 391-7274, ext. 134. CEO of the Fuller Center.

CP Group’s Annual “Community” Tree Lighting Kicking off the 2021 holiday season, CP Group’s Annual “Community” Tree Lighting in Boca Raton at its Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC) drew hundreds of local yuletide revelers for a full evening of winter magic culminating in the illumination of a 40-foot Christmas tree, decked in thousands of twinkling LED lights and hundreds of ornaments. From Santa’s luxury arrival in a luxury BMW convertible from Excell Auto Group/ KARMA Palm Beach and children posing for photos and sharing their wish lists with Santa to the live onstage entertainment, mingling carolers, and photo opportunities, the evening – as done in years past – benefited Spirit of Giving’s (SOG) Annual Holiday Gift Drive and the Junior League of Boca Raton (JLBR). The event collected hundreds of gifts and cash donations for SOG while more than 250 filled the VIP Hospitality tent to benefit JLBR. Eventgoers embraced CP Group’s decision to host its annual community marquee event this year at its BRiC destination, which offered more accessibility with its convenient location off two I-95 exits, thousands of available parking spots, and an abundance of outdoor space. Highlights included entry through a glistening “Snowflake Lane,” real-time “live” shares of onsite merriment via Fotoboyz state-of-the-art on-screen 360 Degree Photo Booth Video Experience, and scores of holiday classics performed live by Krescendo Jazz from JK Productions. Food Truck Lane was a guest favorite; line-up included Captain Lobstar, MoopPops, Best French Fries and Opita Greek Food Truck and PS561. Truly a picture-perfect memory-making evening, the great open green space was filled with holiday photo ops, from complimentary photos with Santa sponsored by ADT, and a myriad of six-foot nutcrackers and four-foot high red and green ornament balls (some to sit in). All were surrounding Rocket, a 30-foot polished mirrored stainless-steel rocket ship created by world-renowned artist

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Hubert Phipps, as part of campus’ Art on BRiC Walls program, one of many with The Boca Raton Museum of Art. One lucky eventgoer won an original painting of a Boca Beach scene by Artist Kourtney Cannon; one hundred percent of the “chance to win” ticket sales benefited SOG. Santa’s Workshop, a special kid-friendly tented area, decorated with fun holiday props with song, dance and arts and crafts (including the creation snow globes) sponsored by Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton and Modernizing Medicine was “family central.” The popular spot offered plenty of holiday-inspired children’s activities led by sponsors ArtNEST Studios and Musikgarten along with personal “Letters to Santa” organized by the Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum. Under a holiday-themed 40-foot x 60-foot VIP Hospitality Tent benefiting JLBR, open bars were served by sponsor Republic National Distributing Company, light bites were enjoyed and a decadent dessert station was sweetly presented by Cinnaholic of Boca Raton. There was even a “Kids Corner” featuring children’s treats, beverages and arts activities. The brightness of the evening continued after the brilliance of the official tree lighting, as CP Group and BRiC Managing Director Angelo Bianco presented donation checks to JLBR from VIP ticket sales and $2,000 worth of unwrapped gifts to SOG to add to the brimming boxes of unwrapped gifts that were donated by event-goers. Additional “Partners in Holiday Cheer” included: Baptist Health South Florida/Boca Raton Regional Hospital that sponsored and staffed The North Pole First Aid Station, the YMCA of South Palm Beach County that provided lifeguards and staff to monitor the lake area, Kaye Communications PR & Marketing, Minuteman Boca Raton, Manning Technology Systems AV Services, Grimes Events & Party Tents, and more.

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FAU Launches New Professional PH.D Program Florida Atlantic University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science recently launched a new “Professional Ph.D. Program in Computer Science,” designed specifically for working professionals. This is the first-of-its-kind program in Florida that offers courses in a flexible format that includes evenings, weekends and online material using FAU’s learning management system. FAU utilizes the latest distance-learning technologies for off-campus student communication including online lectures, homework, projects and exams, which allows participants to pursue their academic goals while remaining employed. “We are excited to offer this one-ofkind advanced degree program in a field that is in such high demand in Florida as well as nationwide,” said Stella Batalama, Ph.D., dean, College of Engineering and Computer Science. “Our accelerated program is ideal for busy working professionals as it offers convenience, flexibility and a high-quality graduate computer science curriculum that is delivered by faculty experts who are leaders in research and technology.” The Professional Ph.D. Program in Computer Science takes approximately three years to complete and is fully online. The program offers students the advanced technical expertise they need to be successful in research and technical leadership positions within industry and the public sector. Typical paths include senior positions

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in computer science-related fields, careers as research scientists at high-tech companies and research labs and academic careers in higher education. Topics of study include software engineering, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and cryptography, machine learning and data analytics, spatial database and data mining, computer networking, cloud computing, Internet of Things, smart health, bioinformatics and more. “Our new Ph.D. Program in Computer Science will enable students to solve complex problems, think critically and serve as leaders in decision making,” said Hanqi Zhuang, Ph.D., chair and professor, Department of Electrical Engineering and

Computer Science. “Graduates will advance their careers in a growing field to serve in leadership positions within industry, academia and public and private institutions.” Full-service and all-inclusive, the Professional Ph.D. Program in Computer Science fees cover all program costs, including tuition, meals for on-campus, Saturday classes, course materials and graduation activities. The cost is $800 per credit hour (total 42 credit hours). “Employment of computer and information research scientists is projected to grow 22 percent from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations,” said Mihaela Cardei, Ph.D., associate dean for graduate studies and a professor in the

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Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. “Obtaining a Ph.D. in this ever-evolving field will provide our graduates with a leading-edge to qualify for top leadership roles at technology companies and other organizations. In addition, earning a Ph.D. is typically the best path for those who want to enter academia to fill roles such as researcher or professor.” The College of Engineering and Computer Science also offers a “Professional M.S. in Computer Science Program,” designed specifically for working professionals who want to advance their careers with an accelerated graduate program while continuing to work. The program can be completed on campus or fully online. Courses are offered in the evenings, weekends and online using Canvas. Students can complete the program in one year. The Professional M.S. in Computer Science Program offers the latest advances in various areas such as deep learning, artificial intelligence, data science, advanced programming methodologies, software engineering, database systems, cybersecurity, Internet of Things and smart systems, cloud computing and healthcare informatics. The Professional M.S. in Computer Science Program requires a minimum of 30 credits. The cost is $800 per credit hour (total 30 credit hours). The program offers a flexible payment plan and financial aid payment methods are available.

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6 - Edition 541 The Boca Raton Tribune EDITORIALS & LETTERS East/West Boca Raton, FL

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EDITORIAL By C. Ron Allen

WW 2 Veteran: “Oh, how much time has changed” When state transportation officials were building Interstate 95 through Boynton Beach in the 1970s, they bought property on top of a segregation-era burial ground. William Barton, whose 6-year-old son, Alton, was buried there, was not about to let progress squeeze him out. “We had to put our foot down,” William Barton, 99, a World War II veteran said at a luncheon honoring veterans recently. “A lot of people were buried there, and we were not going to let them disrespect those graves.” State and city officials ironed out a plan that resulted in the interstate narrowly bypassing the graveyard. Shortly after, the city officially recognized the wooded area as Barton Cemetery, in honor of his wife, Mary Barton. A driver in the U.S. Army, Barton shared vivid memories of fighting segregation and racism. He told how while returning home from recruit training at Camp Edwards in Massachusetts, he had to switch to the “colored coach” on the train at The Mason-Dixie line to comply with Maryland law. A similar episode occurred on the bus from West Palm Beach to Boynton Beach when the driver noticed a white service-

man sitting and chatting with Barton in the rear and demanded the white man move to the front. The luncheon culminated a day of service where more than 100 volunteers braved the inclement weather to give a facelift to 10 homes in the Cherry Hill community, including some that were owned by veterans. The Habitat for Humanity of South Palm Beach County Veterans Build service event brought smiles to the homeowners’ faces. “My husband would be so happy, just seeing this now,” Eula Smith said as she opened her door and saw her completed lawn. “They did a beautiful job.” Members of the local chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and KOP Mentoring Network adopted the home in the 300 block of Northwest 12th Avenue. They laid mulch around trees and did some other cosmetic work. They will return in two weeks to ﬁnish the sprucing up. “Alpha Phi Alpha is proud to join Habitat for Humanity in helping honor these veterans,” said Demetrius Thomas, of the organization’s Omicron Upsilon Lambda chapter. “We are excited to be here. We just wished we could have done some painting

today but because of the weather…. We will be back to finish it though.” Much credit to Habitat for Humanity in believing that every veteran family deserves a decent place to call home. The Christian organization empowers veterans through home ownership opportunities, critical home repairs and camaraderie building events, such as Friday’s build. Barton, who lives in the neighborhood and is a deacon in his church, told the audience how, as a young man, Boynton Beach police officers harassed him. On one occasion, he said, a patrolman ticketed him for speeding. “He was drunk as a skunk, and he said I was speeding. I know darn well, I wasn’t speeding,” Barton told the audience. “I told him, ‘I’m getting tired of you bothering me. I wasn’t speeding.’” The officer responded, “That’s what they all said,” Barton recalled. Barton told his boss about the encounter. His boss, who was white, called the police chief A. C. “Boots” Carver to complain. He elicited much laughter when he compared “back in my days” to today. For example, he said when a white woman asked to take a photo with him at the lun-

cheon, he gladly agreed. Still, for a quick moment, he had flashback of the past. “Times have surely changed,” he said, adding, “You better believe it. “Back in my days, I could never be caught having dinner with a white woman. You remember Emmett Till? Can you imagine what would have happened to me then?” The battered and bloated body of the 14-year-old Till was fished from the muddy waters of the Tallahatchie River in Mississippi. He was kidnapped, tortured, and murdered on August 28, 1955, for having whistled at a white woman. What was most alarming and heartwarming to Barton was knowing that the officers from the Boynton Beach Police Department adopted one of the homes and spruced it up. “It warms my heart to hear that,” he said. “Back in my days when the police came up here, it was to take people away, not to help them. “I saw where we have a black chief now,” he added. “I never thought I would have ever seen that in my lifetime. Oh, how much time has changed.” C. Ron Alen can be reached at 561-6650151 or crallen@Delraybeachtribune.com.

POSITIVE LIVING Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr.

Unnecessary Fighting Leads to Failure! Individuals who happen to occupy hostile environments, sooner or later come to realize that anything they say or don’t say, can and will be used against them. This is so whenever it becomes convenient for the accuser to maintain his or her belligerence toward another!Sadly, this happens more frequently than it should, whether among family members, in residential neighborhoods, in the work place, and within religious institutions. When such attitudes persist, unnecessary trouble erupts, allowing unpleasant situations which could be more quickDecember 3 - December 16, 2021

ly resolved, to be prolonged interminably to the disadvantage of all concerned.Personal conﬂicts can easily occur. Sometimes, simple misunderstandings can lead to major contentions which retard, and often prevent, permanent, satisfactory solutions. Sadly, this stems from personal pride and other negative forces operative among the participants involved!Nevertheless, no personal controversy should ever be initiated and pursued, unless there is a predisposition on the part of the contenders to seek a sound conclusion, or reach a reasonable compromise, leading to a swift resolution!

One must strive to establish an expiration date for any hot topic under discussion, any issue difficult to resolve!When such is not the case, one contemplates two losers when both could be genuine winners! Prolonging any hostility tends to complicate matters because new issues are often added to the conflict, more fuel to the fire, when true reconciliation should remain the uppermost objective to be reached!In such battles, carried on with negative attitudes, no one will ever be the winner. Yet, both can be triumphant by swallowing their pride, abandoning their stubbornness, and

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by taking positive steps forward in a reconciling attitude through dealing with the issues more creatively!Everybody makes mistakes and, on that account, every person deserves more understanding and forgiveness. This applies to individuals in any sector of society, and to nations at every corner of the earth!Let there be peace on earth, as each inhabitant of this planet takes personal initiative in acting in a more proactive, peaceful fashion, both to avoid entering into an unnecessary ﬁght, as well as in ﬁnding positive solutions to battles which need not continue!

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COLUMNISTS FAITH

ROBERT’S COMMUNITY REPORT

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PBC Commissioner’s Corner I am honored to have been selected by my fellow commissioners as the county mayor at the annual reorganization meeting in early November. As the mayor, I will preside over commission meetings and serves as the ceremonial head of county government for the next year. Our county is experiencing a historic economic recovery! As of September 2021, the county’s unemployment rate was reported at 4.1 percent, below the national and state averages. There are more jobs than applicants. Palm Beach County was recently identified as the #1 county in the state for growth. This past year, over 31 companies have relocated or expanded in the county creating over 3,000 high salary jobs and $150 million in capital investment. South County remains a top growth area with incentives provided for business expansions including ESports Play LLC and MPLT Healthcare LLC, with a projected economic impact of $98 million. Another new project includes NewDay USA, one of the nation’s leading mortgage lenders, which is set to create 600 new jobs. Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) reports capacity (#ﬂight/seats) is near normal levels and is recovering faster than the national average. Leisure travel is has rebounded recovering faster than business travel which positively impacts businesses such as hotels, restaurant and retail. Infrastructure Keeping our roads and bridges in good repair and ﬁlling potholes remains a priority. To date, approximately $40 million has been invested with the penny sales tax on infrastructure, including the resurfacing of 1,000 lane miles and replacement or rehabilitation of 27 bridges. Over the next few years, over $17.9 million will be spent on major road projects in District 4 including resurfacing,intersection and road safety improvements. Expect to see road crews on South County roads including Federal Hwy, Yamato, Palmetto Park Roads, Military Trail and Linton Blvd. Additionally, in response to the boom in the construction industry, the Building Division developed an online permit submittal system, expediting the process for the industry which successfully generated over $2.5 billion in improvements for 2021. Daily, the division averages between 1,000

to 1,100 inspections and issues between 300 and 400 permits. Housing and Homelessness Meeting the housing needs of our workforce is a top priority, especially in response to the increased costs of housing. To date, 2,574 workforce housing units have been acquired. Of the 2,574 units, 60 percent are rentals, 13 percent are for-sale units and 14 percent will be met through in-lieu fees. As of September 2021, there are 273 for-sale units and 1,000 rental units completed or under construction throughout the county. In addition, the county continues to collaborate with local agencies to address homelessness providing services such as interim housing, rapid re-housing and job training. The BCC has also approved $8 million in funding for a second mid-county Homeless Resource Center. Budget For the past 11 years, the BCC has not increased the property tax rate and saving taxpayer’s money remains a priority for me. With the approved $5.9 billion budget for 2022, priorities will include housing, economic development, hunger relief and public safety. Additionally, the BCC recently set the funding allocations for the $290 million in federal American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds with a focus on water and sewer, broadband and cybersecurity, infrastructure and affordable/workforce housing. Hunger Relief In 2021, the Board of County Commissioners invested over $39 million from the CARES Act funds to support our local food system including farmers, pantries and food banks. Allocations for 2022 addressing food shortages is approximately $10 million (federal ARP funds). The county also supports the comprehensive Hunger Relief Plan, which outlines our strategy to provide a hunger safety net for our most vulnerable residents, including seniors and individuals experiencing homelessness. Substance Abuse/Mental Health Substance abuse and mental health remain a priority with over $15 million allocated for programs in 2022. Some initiatives include a diversion program which provides treatment and support services to participants and allows them to a swiftly return to the community.

Confession: Good For Everyone’s Soul Most experienced speakers understand communicating some of their personal failures can be endearing to an audience. The only problem is that to actually do that requires humility and transparency at a level where many people are unwilling to go. That is why I was so impressed in listening to Chip Ingram’s talk at a “Faith Incorporated” event we conducted in our city. Speaking about the importance of personal integrity, Ingram confessed some of his personal shortcomings to his audience. He did not just reflect on incidents from the distant past, but also on some recent circumstances that he admittedly was not proud to acknowledge. Many of the listeners were surprised by his openness and candor as he confided to what was essentially a group of strangers. Ingram’s sincere revelations were not only transparent, but also very instructive. As he told his story, citing his own failings to illustrate his focus on integrity, he did so in a way that served to provide a vivid example of humility for everyone in the meeting room. At the same time, it seemed as if he was granting his hearers permission to be genuine themselves, rather than hiding behind facades of pretense. In the business world, we often strive to impress others by always attempting to cast ourselves in the most favorable light. We prefer to keep our personal sins and failures hidden in the shadows. What Ingram was doing, however, was applying an important biblical principle. Proverbs 28:13 teaches, “He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.”

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Hopefully for Ingram, his openness enabled him to feel mercy from God as well as from the crowd. I know that for me, his account caused me to realize I have many failings of my own and have no room to cast stones or pronounce judgment on others. Of course, there are many reasons for being reluctant to share our personal shortcomings and failures with others: embarrassment and shame are among them, but pride is perhaps the greatest inhibitor of all. We do not want other people to know our imperfections – despite our awareness that everyone is far from perfect. Nevertheless, pride drives us to try to prove to others that we are better than we really are. It might help to consider two important admonitions we have from the Bible. The ﬁrst is a simple but sobering declaration: “There is no one righteous, not even one” (Romans 3:10). The second also is found in the Old Testament book of wisdom: ”Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor” (Proverbs 18:12). My own experience has taught me that we would be well-advised to heed this counsel from the Scriptures. If you have committed a personal sin at work, do not attempt to hide it. As difﬁcult as it might seem, confession is usually the best course of action. The wrongs we commit have an annoying way of revealing themselves, sometimes at the most inopportune moments. It might be wise to take a proactive approach, confessing failings candidly and in a timely manner, rather than waiting for them to be revealed in some other way – much to our disgrace.

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Corvina Seafood Grill to open in downtown Boca Raton An exciting new restaurant, Corvina Seafood Grill, featuring a renowned chef, an array of unique culinary creations, and stunning interior and exterior spaces, will open in bustling downtown Boca Raton this Friday, December 3. The 235-seat restaurant was created by industry veterans Dean Carras and Patrick Marino, along with operating partners David Wizenberg and renowned Washington, D.C. Executive Chef Jeff Tunks. Corvina Seafood Grill boasts both panoramic indoor and openair seating for 235 guests and a private dining room that seats up to 32 guests. The exquisite, Atlantic Ocean inspired interior will feature a colorful saltwater aquarium and a number of eye-catching touches. A seafood lovers’ dream, the menu will feature a myriad of dishes including fresh, locally sourced, daily catch, briny oysters on the half shell, sushi rolls, and vertically spectacular seafood towers, as well as an array of fine steaks, poultry and health-conscious menu items. The expansive indoor/outdoor bar will serve craft cocktails and shareable small plates. Its unique “9 for $9” Happy Hour menu consists of imaginative edibles like Rock Shrimp Nachos, Tito’s Bloody Mary Oyster Shooters, and Crispy Smashed Potatoes Patatas Bravas with a spicy smoked

paprika sauce. Chef Tunks, well known in the metropolitan D.C. culinary scene, has earned a list of accolades that include Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington’s Chef of the Year and Washingtonian magazine’s Restaurateur of the Year. He is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. Chef Tunks and Mr. Wizenberg have owned and operated some of the most iconic restaurants in the Washington, DC metro area. “Throughout my career, I’ve worked with some of the nation’s top restaurants, and Chef Tunks and David Wizenberg are among the best restaurateurs I’ve known. Together we have developed this exciting new concept which I’m excited to debut in my hometown of Boca Raton,” said Dean Carras. “I got to know Boca Raton and the people here when I served as a visiting chef at Boca Bacchanal,” said Chef Tunks. “The expansion of high-profile culinary offerings in Boca Raton heightened our interest in the region and we know that we wanted to be a part of it.” Eduardo Pagan, long-time operations manager with Passion Foods Hospitality and its anchor brand, PassionFish, will lead the day-to-day operations as General Manager at Corvina.

Junior League of Boca Raton Donates 125 Thanksgiving in a Box to Boca Helping Hands 94 Volunteers from the Junior League of Boca Raton donated 124 Thanksgiving in a Box to Boca Helping Hands and three additional large boxes of extra food. Boca Helping Hands used these boxes to provide families with turkeys and all the ingredients needed to cook a holiday feast. Volunteers that sorted and boxed up

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items included Jamie Sauer, President, Jocelyn Mijares, DIAD Chair, Cynthia Lawrance, Nonprofit Training Chair, Susan Saxton, Sustainer and Past President, Mary Lauderdale, Placement Chair, Kara Brotman, Kristen Martin, Crista Guess-Kopec, Samatha Eckhart, Jessica Bailey and Jennifer De Gruccio.

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Tips to Get Out of Sticky Situations in the Great Outdoors (StatePoint) When it comes to outdoor adventures, you never know what unexpected issues will arise. While you’re unlikely to pack a full toolbox, extra shoes or equipment due to space limitations, tape can offer quick fixes in a variety of situations, and is a must-have item to keep with your outdoor gear. But don’t just throw any roll into your knapsack, be sure to choose one that meets the needs of any environment. Here are some quick, effective tape tips to keep you safe from sticky situations in the great outdoors. 1. Mending Ripped Rain Gear or Torn Tents. It’s important to ensure you’re protected from the elements. The quickest way to maintain comfort in your rain gear or tent is to make certain you’re weatherproofed and ready for any change in climate. Mend ripped rain gear or a tear in a tent with a strong repair tape, built to adhere in both wet and dry conditions and formulated to withstand extreme temperatures ranging from -70 to 200 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Fast Fix for Fishing and Hiking

Poles. Not all adventures take place on land, so being prepared in all areas of wilderness is key. Fishing poles (and hiking poles for that matter) are built to withstand quick shifts in weight and slight bends, but when they splinter, you need to act fast. Opt for strong waterproof tape with holding power when you need it most, such as T-Rex tapes. They can stick to a variety of surfaces in all weather conditions for a repair you can rely on, even when you’re miles away from land. T-Rex Waterproof tape can even save the

day if your small boat faces minor damage like a tiny leak or crack. 3. Boot Basics. Sturdy, reliable footwear is essential for any outdoor activity. If the sole separates from the base of the boot or tears, it can be dangerous for your foot to be exposed to the elements. Carrying messy, tacky glue in your pack is inconvenient and a spill hazard, but using duct tape as a wrapping can provide a fast, efficient and less-mess remedy to get you back up and moving in a pinch. A strong barrier wrapped around the top and sole of

your boot will offer the protection you need to finish your outing. Additionally, it can help protect from bugs, ticks or poisonous plants when hiking. Wrap the tape around the top of your boots to ensure your pantleg and boot have a seamless safety guard for your trek. 4. Don’t Get Stuck in the Mud. There’s nothing like splashing around in the mud with an ATV, but sometimes it’s hard to tell how deep or tough a puddle will be to get through. Luckily, with the right tools you don’t have to stay stuck in the mud. High-performance duct tape, like T-Rex Brute Force, can help you in a wide range of sticky situations. The “World’s Strongest Duct Tape,” according to the Guinness World Records, is built to hold more than 700 pounds of weight with just one loop of tape. Pull your vehicle, tow your bike or create a lift for your gear with this aggressive, double-thick adhesive cloth tape with a durable, waterproof backing. Outdoor exploration doesn’t have to be stressful. For peace of mind, pack the right gear so you can get to the most important part of your adventure: enjoying yourself!

Learning to Love Cold-Weather Camping and Trekking (StatePoint) Do you identify as an outdoor enthusiast -- but only during three seasons of the year? Here are some tips and recommendations for learning to love cold-weather camping, trekking and more: • Take up a new sport: Whether it’s ice climbing, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing, there are certain sports that can only be enjoyed in cold conditions. Challenge yourself to take up a new athletic endeavor this winter. The thrill of trying something for the first time may prove sufficiently distracting from the chill, plus you may discover a new passion in the process. • Let durable tech support you: Your wearable tech should be as tough and intrepid as you are. So if your current outdoor watch doesn’t support high-level performance or stand up to the toughest of conditions, it’s time for an update. Consider Casio’s line of Pro Trek and G-SHOCK watches, which have builtin technology to ensure your fun doesn’t turn to frustration. For example, those in G-SHOCK’s Mudmaster series feature a digital compass, barometer, altimeter, thermometer and step tracker to help you reach your goals, even when challenges seem insurmountable. The Base model is the MUDMASTER GGB100, which uses carbon material that delivers a new Plus

level of shock-, water-, dust- and mudresistance. The watches in the Pro Trek series are also equipped with quad sensor technology, and in some cases, Smartphone connectivity. Using Bluetooth and Casio’s Smartphone Link functionality, wearers can connect to a designated app

for access to additional useful data for your outdoor adventures, such as route log, calories burned, location indicator, altitude, longitude, latitude and more. • Embrace a mind over matter attitude: Hate the cold? Consider the approach of extreme, cold-weather athlete

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Wim Hof, whose famous outdoor feats of endurance in subzero temperatures (and in little clothing) have earned him the apt nickname, “The Iceman.” You don’t need to forgo shoes and a shirt like he does to take a page from his cold weather playbook, which involves controlled breathing. Dip a toe into the icy waters of his technique by checking out the Wim Hof Method Mobile app. • Get prepped for nighttime: While you may prefer to spend the night in a cabin or other shelter in winter, and that’s totally respectable, if you do plan a more rustic adventure, be sure that your tent and sleeping bag are specifically engineered for winter use. A sleeping pad placed beneath your sleeping bag can provide a valuable layer between you and the cold ground. Most importantly stay healthy and safe. Change your plans if there are unsafe conditions in the forecast and know the signs of hypothermia and frostbite. If you are a novice, you may also consider bringing along a friend who is well-versed in cold weather outdoor adventures until you get the hang of it. If you go all out during summer, spring and fall, but shy away from outdoor adventures in winter, let new gear and a new mindset help you embrace the cold. December 3 - December 16, 2021

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Richard S. Isaacson, M.D. to lead Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention Florida Atlantic University is pleased to welcome Richard S. Isaacson, M.D., a world-renowned neurologist and researcher, as director of the newly launched FAU Center for Brain Health within the Schmidt College of Medicine, established through the generous support of The Harry T. Mangurian, Jr. Foundation. He also will direct the Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic and lead an academic clinical research program aimed at reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), Parkinson’s disease, and Lewy body dementia in individuals with a family history of these diseases who do not yet have any cognitive decline or other clinical complaints. “Most people are unaware that Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias begin silently in the brain decades before memory loss and other symptoms begin. This leaves ample time to make brain healthy choices in an effort to reduce risk and protect against cognitive decline,” said Isaacson. “I am excited to join FAU’s Schmidt College of Medicine to help identify patients at risk and to design personalized prevention strategies to delay or possibly prevent the onset of these diseases.” Isaacson will maintain a robust clinical research program for individualized prevention for patients at risk. The FAU Center for Brain Health will support basic research, clinical care, education and outreach. The center plans to grow the clinical team to begin seeing patients in the sec-

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ond quarter of 2022. In the meantime, the center has launched a free online course on brain health (faumedicine.org/alz/course/) for the public. “Florida has the second highest prevalence for Alzheimer’s disease in the United States and is the sixth leading cause of death for Floridians 65 and older. Moreover, estimates project that more than 720,000 Floridians will be living with Alzheimer’s by 2025,” said Sarah K. Wood, M.D., interim dean, FAU Schmidt College of Medicine. “Dr. Isaacson is at the forefront of innovative technology that optimizes patient care, Alzheimer’s risk assessment and early intervention, and he will be a great asset to our college, university and community. We are very excited to welcome him back to South Florida.” Isaacson specializes in AD risk reduction and pre-clinical AD. His clinical research has shown that individualized clinical management of patients at risk for AD may be an important strategy for optimizing cognitive function and reducing risk of dementia. He will work closely with Janet Robishaw, Ph.D., a leader in functional and translational genomics and the senior associate dean for research and chair of the Department of Biomedical Science in the Schmidt College of Medicine. “I am looking forward to collaborating with Dr. Isaacson on multi-disciplinary approaches that will enable us to better understand basic biological mechanisms and

cultivate new strategies to combat Alzheimer’s disease in South Florida and beyond through patient-centered research and discovery,” said Robishaw. Prior to joining FAU, Isaacson served as director of the Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic (APC), Weill Cornell Memory Disorders Program, assistant dean of faculty development, and associate professor of neurology at Weill Cornell Medicine & New York-Presbyterian. With his robust clinical practice and broad background in computer science, m-Health, biotechnology and web-development, he led interwoven clinical research and technology teams at the APC. Isaacson’s team rigorously evaluated the effects of personalized, evidencebased multi-modal interventions on cognition, serum/radiologic biomarkers of AD and calculated AD and cardiovascular risk. Isaacson has published novel methods on using a precision medicine approach in real-world clinical practice of risk reduc-

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tion for AD. He served as principal investigator (PI) for the APC Comparative Effectiveness Dementia & Alzheimer’s study and has served as PI and/or co-PI on several past AD research grants related to AD prevention, treatment and education. “A l z h e i m er’s disease has impacted me on a personal level including my uncle Bob who was diagnosed while I was in high school as well as my cousin who was diagnosed about 15 years ago,” said Isaacson. “I am passionate about applying a comprehensive approach toward both the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease, and more recently Parkinson’s and Lewy Body dementia.” Before his tenure at Weill Cornell Medicine, Isaacson previously served as associate professor of clinical neurology, vice chair of education, and education director of the McKnight Brain Institute in the Department of Neurology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

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Palm Beach County Leaders Celebrate Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Prize Award Top health and community leaders gathered for a watch party on November 9, 2021 at Palm Healthcare Pavilion in West Palm Beach, FL, when Palm Beach County was recognized as one of 10 winners from across the United States of the 2020-2021 R o b e r t Wo o d Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Prize during a virtual ceremony. The Prize honors and elevates communities for working at the forefront of advancing health, opportunity, and equity. Palm Beach County now joins Broward County, Eatonville, and Miami-Dade County as the fourth Florida community to win the distinguished Prize. Palm Health Foundation, Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County, and Palm Beach County Youth Services Department collaborated on the application process for the prize that shared the county’s collective commitment to the social determinants of health, including Birth

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Need to brush up on your gift-wrapping skills this holiday season? The Boynton Beach City Library will host a free gift-wrapping demonstration program and movie event for the community on Monday, December 13. The event will begin at 11 am in the City Commission Chambers, located on the first floor of City Hall at 100 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach. Attendees are encouraged to bring their unwrapped gifts (limit five per person). Gift wrapping assistance, along with supplies, will be provided. The event will also include a screening of the classic holiday film “Elf ”. Complimentary holiday beverages and snacks will be served. Please note

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that this event will be limited to 25 attendees. Register online. The City Library is hosting additional holiday programs, including a Teen Gingerbread House Decorating Contest, Kids Holiday Mouse Sewing, Adult AccuCut Ornament Crafting, and more. All programs are free and open to the public. For additional details, visit the library program calendar. The Boynton Beach City Library is located at 100 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach, FL 33435. To sign up for a library card or to learn more about library resources and programs, visit boyntonlibrary.org or call 561.742.6390. December 3 - December 16, 2021

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South Florida Based Enhance Creating a Dream Bedroom Health, LLC is Creating Local Jobs Makeover for Girl Fighting Cancer With a Minority Enhance Health, LLC announced today it has created over 200 full time jobs at its Coral Springs headquarters in three short months, and a goal to add another 150 positions by June 2022. There is an extremely diverse group of agents with most being minorities and women. Enhance Health is a new technology – enabled digital health insurance brokerage and care navigation platform focused on serving the Medicare Advantage market. In addition to serving the Medicare market they will also serve the individual and family plan segment of the insurance industry. Enhance Health Chief Executive Officer Matt Herman is a lifelong resident of South Florida. “More than 10,000 people in the United States turn 65 every day and are tasked with choosing their health insurance plans in a crowded and often confusing market. Our vision is to simplify the Medicare experience so that consumers can get the care they need,” said Herman. Medicare can be a complex and overwhelming experience for people therefore Enhance Health has committed to a growing tech-

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nology distribution platform to guide today’s seniors on a better, more enjoyable Medicare journey with better outcomes and satisfaction. Bain Capital, a private investment firm with over $150 billion under management across 22 offices and four continents, as part of their growth strategy in the insurance sector, has come in as a partner to Enhance Health and brings not only capital, but additional management experience and a track record of crafting creative solutions to drive growth. “Bain Capital Insurance brings deep experience and resources that will help achieve our mission to be a true-value added partner to our customers and to make the shopping experience for insurance less complicated, time intensive and costly,” said Herman. As a leading employer in the city of Coral Springs, the economic impact can be appreciated by other local businesses and eateries. “I am grateful to Enhance Health for choosing the city of Coral Springs to expand their operations. Their decision enhances the viability of the futures of many,” said Coral Springs Commissioner, Joy Carter.

Maddie wishes for a “girlie” bedroom and her favorite color is pink. Thanks to Special Spaces Boca Raton and State Farm®, nine-year-old Maddie, from Delray Beach who is underg oing treatment for Rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare type of cancer that affects muscle tissue, will receive her wish. Maddie is the fifth of nine children. Mom home schools all the kids and dad is a fireman i n Po m p a no Beach. On Dec. 4 & 5, Special Spaces along with State Farm agents will create a beautiful bedroom planned for Maddie and her sisters with whom she shares her room. Her brother’s bedroom (4 boys share the room) will be also be spruced up with new bedding, window treatments and some decorative items.

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“After months of behind-the-scenes planning, volunteers come together to change the life of a child. Children and their families feel supported, cared for, and with their new dream room, they are left with a tangible space the whole family can rally around to bring peace and hope.” says Peg g y Peterson, Director, Special Spaces Boca Raton Chapter. “We offer sustainable change. Our rooms are transfor med but our impact is limitless.” “Giving back to communities where we live and work is at the heart of who we are at State Farm,” said Jose Soto, State Farm Corporate Responsibility Analyst. “We are proud to team up with Special Spaces to provide Maddie a special dream bedroom”.

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Brightline Donates $43,000 to 211 on National GivingTuesday In Support of Mental Health Awareness On National GivingTuesday, Brightline, the only provider of modern, ecofriendly, intercity rail in America, presented 211 with a donation of $43,000 to be distributed across the organization’s Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach/ Treasure Coast chapters. The donation was presented to 211 by Brightline’s President Patrick Goddard at the Fort Lauderdale Brightline station. Through their collaborative partnership, Brightline and 211 aim to continue to work together on activations providing resources for mental health awareness. 211 is a free, anonymous, and confidential service that offers listening support, suicide prevention, and connections to mental health in addition to a variety of other services that are available to help residents in the community. This generous donation will directly support 211’s 24/7 information, referral and crisis helpline. “We want to work together to bring awareness in South Florida to the importance of mental health and the resources that exist in our community,” said Patrick Goddard, president of Brightline. “Bright-

line and 211 have created a strong bond and our team recognizes 211 as a leading voice on mental health and a resolute advocate for anyone who may be facing a challenging time.” Brightline and 211 work closely to bring attention to mental health wellness by providing resources for counseling during Buzz Boxx activations and other community events, such as homeless outreach. Buzz Boxx is an out-of-the-box campaign created by Brightline to engage with residents in communities along its train corridor to promote rail safety and mental health awareness through a mobile barbershop experience. To date, Brightline and Buzz Boxx have done over 70 activations throughout MiamiDade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties, including partnering with 211 and the Broward County Sheriff ’s organizations. “There is value in partnering with Brightline as they understand the importance of mental health in our community,” said Richard Shutes, Director of 211 Miami. “Brightline is dedicated to the suicide prevention response in South Florida

and JCS’ 211 Miami is eager to continue to work with strong collaborators like them. These funds that have been graciously provided to our 211 will make a direct impact in offering 24/7 support to anyone that is in need of free over the phone crisis counseling and connection to valuable free/low cost resources throughout Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties.” “211 Broward is grateful to Brightline for selecting to support South Florida’s 211 crisis helplines by donating its proceeds from its first week of service,” shared Sheila Smith, President/CEO of 211 Broward. “We appreciate Brightline’s commitment to supporting mental health and suicide prevention services and for its financial contribution. We value our partnership and look forward to working together in the years to come.” “We are excited to once again be partnering with Brightline as the World gets back on track,” said Sharon L’Herrou, President & CEO of 211 of the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast. “We are thankful for their increased efforts to promote mental health initiatives and their continued support of all we do at 211. This generous donation will help to ensure that 211 is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for crisis intervention, suicide prevention, connection to community resources and so much more.”

Education on safety along railroad crossings is one of Brightline’s top priorities. The company has partnered with several organizations to promote safety around railroad crossings through education, enforcement, engineering and technology including South Florida school districts and WAZE GPS to map all railroad crossings across the U.S. Brightline will also implement a $5.6 million CRISI grant adding safety infrastructure at 48 crossings between Miami and West Palm Beach. This year, the company was awarded the Operation Lifesaver (OLI) Rail Transit Safety Education Grant for $20,000 to continue its efforts to educate the public about rail safety through its award-winning Buzz Boxx campaign. Furthermore, Brightline is proactively taking steps to increase awareness around railroad safety by implementing law enforcement outreach, a red light camera pilot in North Miami, drone technology for trespassing prevention, has deployed safety ambassadors to high-trafficked crossings and installed VMS signs at rotating crossings, created tri-lingual materials and rail safety pledges, runs thousands of PSAs on radio and TV in English, Spanish and Creole, and installed more than 3,000 native plants and fencing in select areas in southern Palm Beach County to deter trespassing through the Community Greening project.

Council for Intercultural Engagement Gains Vice Chair The Council for Intercultural Engagement has bolstered its leadership with the addition of Danilda Martinez as its vicechair. Professor of Urban Christian Ministry Studies Dr. Terriel Byrd chairs the council, which is in its second year. The council exists to foster a climate of trust and respect as it helps students, faculty and staff think differently about various cultures and diversity. Byrd described Martinez as a “creative thinker” who is culturally aware and ready to lead the council in a transformational direction. “She fully captures the spirit of the ‘beloved community’ and has both the knowledge and passion for issues of diversity and equity,” Byrd said. “Her aim is that the PBA family embrace willingly, and more deeply, the unity of our calling, to be a more perfect union.” Martinez is assistant professor of digiCommunity

tal media production in the College of the Arts and a 2006 alumna of Palm Beach Atlantic. She joined the PBA faculty in 2016. She earned her Master of Arts from Regent University and completed additional studies at Marymount College of Fordham University. She expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to serve the university in the new role. “PBA is a place where everyone, no matter the race or culture, should feel welcome and seen,” Martinez said. “I pray that the work of Council for Intercultural Engagement would foster a sense of belonging for all who have at one time or another felt the reality of being ‘other’ in a new space. We were created, fearfully and wonderfully, in His image. Let’s labor to honor the complexity of God’s image through validating, embracing and celebrating each other’s diversity and differences.”

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Children’s Foundation of Palm Beach County’s First Annual Walk the Walk At The Palm Beaches Marathon Will Raise Funds for Local Kids Charities Adults and kids alike are invited to “Walk the Walk” to support local children’s charities with the Children’s Foundation of Palm Beach County. The organization’s First Annual Walk the Walk at the Palm Beaches Marathon is happening on Saturday, December 11 at 10 a.m. at the Meyers Amphitheater, 104 Datura Street, West Palm Beach. The walk will take place on Flagler Drive, along the waterfront. Funds raised will go to support specific programs at more than 30 local children’s non-profit organizations. The funfest will include food stations with popcorn, pretzels and funnel cakes along with children’s activities including balloon animals, face painting, action videos and more. Parking opens at 8 a.m. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Interested parties can

register at https://childrensfoundationpbc. org/2021-walk-the-walk/. Ticket prices are $50 for adults and $25 for kids under age 12. VIP tickets, which include a special hospitality tent, as well as valet parking, are $100. All participants will receive a medal and gifts. “Not only will this event fund programs for at risk children in our area, it’s a wonderful morning of family fun and activities,” said Pamela Weinroth, Executive Director of the Children’s Foundation of Palm Beach County. Event co-chairs are Yvonne Ackerman, Sharyn Frankel, Michelle Gluckow, Linda Schaps, and Barbara Stoller Wittenstein. Visit childrensfoundationpbc.org or call 561-488-6980 to become a sponsor or register to walk.

The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum Reveals 2021’s Commemorative Holiday Ornament Mary Csar, Executive Director of the Boca Raton Historical Society (BRHS) and The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum (SBRHM) today revealed the nonprofit organization’s annual commemorative holiday ornament. This year’s seasonal collectible celebrates the fondly remembered Cabana Club. In 1930, Boca Raton Club owner Clarence Geist realized the need for beachfront access for the patrons of his new hotel, so he had a cabana club built on the beach south of Boca Raton inlet at Via Cabana. The Cabana Club became the most public venue of the private resort; locals could rent a cabana there and it hosted many a dance, barbecue, and public and private celebration. The club was demolished in ca.

1981 after the construction of the nearby Boca Beach Club. In 1998, the talented Boca Raton artist Barbara Montgomery O’Connell created her first ornament—depicting old Town Hall—for BRHS. A 30-year resident of Boca Raton, the artist has donated her time and talent ever since to create the artwork on the annual ornament, always based on information and photographs from the Boca Raton Historical Society. “We produce fewer than 150 holiday collectibles each year,” explains Csar. “So local history buffs and holiday fans should make their purchase today at the museum’s gift shop, located at 71 N. Federal Highway in downtown Boca Raton.”

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27th Annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade Returns December 4 The Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County’s (MIAPBC) Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade will take place on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, from 6 – 8 pm. This free family-friendly event is led by a traveling firework display and features up to 80 holiday-themed boats. Beginning in North Palm Beach, small boats, sailboats, and mega yachts, all decked out with millions of twinkling holiday lights, navigate up the Intracoastal Waterway to the iconic Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse. The parade can be viewed in person along the parade route or live via the WPBF Facebook page, the WPBF mobile app, or the WPBF website at wpbf.com. A variety of public waterfront locations are available for viewing, including: all public parks along the parade route, North Palm Beach Country Club, Waterway Cafe, U-Tiki, Jetty’s, Harborside Place, Charlie and Joe’s at Love Street, and the Square Grouper Tiki Bar. Please bring an unwrapped toy to your viewing destination. Volunteer “toy boats” with Toys for Tots signage and uniformed Marines will make dockside pickups during the parade. Spectators are asked to wave a flashlight if they have toys to donate. By boat, viewing suggestions are Ski Beach or anywhere else between Donald Ross Rd. and Indiantown Rd. Boat anchoring in front of the North Palm Beach Country Club or North Palm Beach Marina is prohibited. The fireworks grand finale takes place at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse.

this year in our community,” said Executive Director Alyssa Freeman. “We encourage monetary donations which allows us to fulfill gifts for all age groups. The Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade Committee will split funds between Little Smiles and Toys for Tots to buy new toys for kids in need this holiday season.” The bridge openings are estimated to

Boats must be registered by November 30, 2021, to be part of this treasured holiday tradition. It’s free to register and entering vessels are eligible for up to $10,000 in cash and prizes. The vessels travel by Safe Harbor North Palm Beach Marina and the MIAPBC headquarters in North Palm Beach where a panel of judges evaluate each vessel based on lights, enthusiasm, and themed decor. The parade theme this year is “Merry and Bright.” The judges for 2021 include North Palm Beach Mayor Darryl Aubrey, Dan Lund from Freedom Boat Club, the Honorable Karen Marcus, Palm Beach County Commissioner Maria Marino, Palm Beach Gardens Vice Mayor Chelsea Reed, Lori Sousa from Sea Land Insurance, Juno Beach Vice Mayor Peg-

gy Wheeler, and Jupiter Mayor Todd Wodraska. The toy drive, benefiting Toys for Tots and Little Smiles, is currently in progress. The community is invited to participate in giving joy to a child during the holidays by donating toys, money, or purchasing festive boat parade apparel. Toys are collected, by land, at participating businesses throughout Palm Beach County for Little Smiles and by boat the evening of the parade for Toys for Tots. Money can be donated directly to the MIAPBC to purchase toys which will be divided amongst both charities. A variety of custom designed boat parade apparel is available online. All apparel proceeds are used to purchase toys. “The need for toys will be even greater

This free familyfriendly event is led by a traveling firework display and features up to 80 holiday-themed boats. be open for approximately one hour. Parker Bridge will open around 6 p.m.; PGA Bridge will open around 6:15 p.m.; Donald Ross Bridge will open around 7 p.m.; Indiantown Road Bridge will open sometime around 7:30 p.m.; Jupiter Federal Bridge will open around 7:45 p.m. For more information, visit marinepbc. org or call (561) 863-0012. Follow the Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade on Facebook @pbboatparade and Instagram: @palmbeachboatparade.

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SPORTS Trio of Owls Named United Soccer Coaches All-South Region Florida Atlantic University women’s soccer put three student-athletes on the United Soccer Coaches All-South Region team. Amanda Martin and Gi Krstec were named Second Team All-South Region, while Miracle Porter earned the Third Team recognition. “We are excited to have three of our players be recognized as United Soccer Coaches All-South Region sel e c t i o n s,” FAU h e a d coach Patrick Baker said. “Each young lady had a really impactful season, and with these All-Region achievements, they can add a higher level of honor to their resumes. Miracle (Porter) played like a senior throughout the Conference USA season, and its nice to know that Amanda (Martin) and Gi (Krstec) will be back for another season.” Martin, a junior defender, takes home her second straight Second Team All-Region honor after a strong season leading the Owls’ back line. Martin started in 17 games for FAU, and logged 1,645 minutes on the pitch, which is 93.6% of the possible 1,757. The Owls’ defense, spearheaded by Martin’s efforts, allowed only 19 goals in 18 games for a 1.06 goals against average and recorded four shutouts this year. “I am honored to be recognized as Second Team All-South Region,” Martin said. “The team and coaching staff has motivated me to push myself to be the best player I can be on and off the field, but I know there is still a lot of room to grow. I am beyond excited for what next year has to offer. Go Owls!” “Amanda has stepped into our back line after injury and has been the rock of the defense,” Baker said. “She and Jodi (Smith) created a wonderful partnership this fall and had a tremendous season. Her combination of speed and strength allows her to deal with a lot of our opponents’ best attackers.” Krstec, a junior midfielder, was a consistent contributor for the Owls. In 17 starts, Krstec ranked third on the team in shots (29) and shots on goal (10). In the team’s 1-0 victory over UTEP, Krstec December 3 - December 16, 2021

came through in the clutch with a goal in the 88th minute to break the scoreless tie and give FAU the key conference win. This All-Region honor is Krstec’s second Second Team nod in a row. “It’s an honor to be recognized alongside such a talented group of players in the South Region,” Krstec said. “My team is e ve r y t h i n g to me, and I wa n t t o express my gratitude to them for helping me achieve this accomplishment. I care deeply about the game and my teammates. My athletic and coaching staff assists me tremendously in achieving my goals. Their support and encouragement are simply amazing.” “Gi has been tremendous for us since her arrival to FAU, and this fall was no different,” Baker said. “She might not have as much production as others, but her energy, effort, and ability to press opponents defensively is second to none. She sacrifices her body for the cause, makes her teammates better, and she is a tremendous player.” Porter, a senior forward, earned her second consecutive All-Region honor as well. She was a consistent scoring threat who led the FAU offensive attack with seven goals and 14 points. Her seven goals tied for fourth amongst all players in Conference USA. Frequently, Porter delivered in clutch situations, as she scored the game-winners against North Texas and WKU, along with the equalizers against USF, Charlotte, and Marshall. She ended the season, and her career, with four goals in the final five games. “Miracle had a very good senior season and scored some exciting goals throughout the fall,” Baker said. “Her combination of speed, skill, and creativity make her a dangerous attacker. We are glad she came back for her fifth season and helped the team in so many ways. Scoring goals is difficult, but Miracle made it look a lot easier than it can be.” This same trio additionally earned All-Conference USA recognition this past month, with Porter and Krstec taking home First-Team honors and Martin receiving Second Team honors.

Lindner and Odom named to D2CCA All-South Second Team

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set loss to Embry-Riddle on Oct. 30, Lindner recorded a season-high 25 kills, which was just one away from the most for anyone in the conference this season. Odom can finally add All-South honors to her long list of accomplishments. In her senior season, she set seven Lynn University school records, including three single-season records. In addition, she broke the single-game record for most blocks in a game when she posted 15 in a four-set win. She averaged 1.23 blocks per set this season, .22 more than her previous record of 1.01. She is ranked fifth in the SSC in hit percentage (.367), second in the conference in blocks per set (1.23) and second in the conference in total blocks (136). Both Lindner and Odom will be back in action tomorrow at 6 p.m EST when they begin their postseason run against the fourth-ranked Embry-Riddle Eagles.

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Men’s Basketball Comes Up One Point Short Against No. 22 Valdosta State The Palm Beach Atlantic men’s basketball team hosted No. 22-ranked Valdosta State at home on Saturday. PBA (3-3, 1-0 SSC) entered the game on a three-game winning streak, including a win yesterday over the university of Fort Lauderdale. Valdosta State (3-2, 0-0 GSC) dropped a tough matchup against Lynn Friday evening. The Sailfish pushed the Blazers to their limit nearly stealing a victory, but VSU held off PBA, 72-71. The Sailfish had a last-second heave from half-court that could’ve won the game, but Alexander Gorton’s attempt was just off the mark. Jules Jasmin fueled the PBA comeback attempt with 27 points, eight rebounds, and four steals. Gorton finished one rebound shy of a double-double, tallying 13 points, nine boards, and three steals. Will Lee recorded nine points with two assists, two rebounds, and two steals. Marcus Montalvo had eight points with one rebound and two triples off the bench. The first half was very hectic and fastpaced. Valdosta State’s physical defense forced the Sailfish into making several turnovers. The Blazers forced the ‘Fish into 17 turnovers in the first half alone, resulting in 19 points off turnovers for the visitors. Although their scoring opportunities were limited by the turnovers, PBA hung with the top-25 ranked Blazers on the scoreboard. A pair of free throws from Gorton tied the score at 25 with four minutes left. Unfortunately for the Sailfish, the

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turnovers caught up to them as VSU ended the half with an 11-2 run, including five PBA miscues. VSU led 36-27 at the break. The Sailfish defense did its fair share of frustrating the Blazers in the first half. PBA forced VSU in 10 turnovers and held it to 41 percent from the field. PBA did not roll over for the Blazers in the second half. PBA faced a 14-point deficit at the 15-minute mark, but a putback bucket by Jakob Hester started the Sailfish

comeback. An 11-0 run with 7 points from Jasmin made it 50-47 with just under 13 minutes left. Jasmin scored 11 of PBA’s first 16 points in the second half. Three triples from VSU attempted to kill the Sailfish momentum, but PBA kept battling. Trailing 59-51, the ‘Fish went on an 8-0 run with a bucket from Jasmin and two 3-pointers from Montalvo and Lee to tie the game with just over seven minutes left.

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The Blazers shifted into a full-court pressing defense which led to VSU to a 72-65 lead with two minutes to go. PBA refused to give up with a dunk from Jalen Cooper followed by a steal and layup by Gorton making it a 3-point game with 43 seconds left. The Sailfish defense forced a shot-clock violation by the Blazers to get possession with 12 seconds left. The Blazers chose to foul to send Lee to the foulline who hit two free throws to make it 7271. PBA fouled to send VSU to the line. The first free throw with five seconds left was missed but deflected out of bounds for VSU to keep the ball. PBA fouled again and the Blazers missed again, but the remaining two seconds on the clock were too little for PBA to get down the court, forcing the halfcourt try from Gorton. PBA’s comeback ran out of time, resulting in the 72-71 loss. Jasmin was nearly perfect in the second half, scoring on 11 of his 13 attempts, totaling 23 points and five rebounds in the period. PBA’s defense held Valdosta State to the lowest number of points scored in a game this season. The Blazers were held to 37 percent from the field, their worst mark of the season. Meanwhile, the Sailfish shot an efficient 67 percent from the field in the second half and 57 percent for the game. PBA won the rebounding battle, 43-34, and recorded 50 points in the paint compared to 30 for VSU.

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