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Digital-Health Divide Among Older Adults

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Jan McArt, the beloved devotee of musical theater, the gracious lady who made Boca Raton her home amidst her travels from world stages on Broadway, in London and throughout the Orient, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 31, at her home.

• As the March 9 city election in Boca Raton gets closer, candidates are beginning to be seen around town - and virtually via computer. Constance Scott, a candidate for Seat C on the City Council, along with Brian Stenberg, who is running for Seat D, addressed a joint meeting of the Government Affairs and Economic Development Committee of the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce on Jan. 19. The session was conducted virtually. • Worldwide leadership experts John C. Maxwell and Rob Hoskins launched the “Change Your World” movement from Palm Beach Atlantic this week. The global movement — which focuses on putting values into action to change your world — began with a 5K Transform-a-thon Saturday morning at the Rinker Athletic Campus. It continued Monday afternoon with a discussion and book-signing hosted by the Change Your World co-authors in the DeSantis Family Chapel. • The American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) has recognized Florida Atlantic University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science as a national leader in diversity in engineering. The ASEE recognized the college with its highest award - bronze level - for its commitment to inclusive excellence. • After being approved in December of 2019, the Brightline station will be up and functioning by the middle of 2022. The budget for this project is set for $46 million dollars which has been approved by the Boca Raton City Council. In March of this year, the station’s ﬁrst developments will take place and while the pandemic has slowed the process, the station will remain in progress. • The Palm Beach State College libraries are kicking off their version of a Meatless Monday campaign Feb. 3 to encourage people to refrain from eating meat on Mondays for their health and that of the planet. The campaign, which is part of an international initiative, is being organized by the libraries in partnership with the Student Counseling Center, Panther’s Pantry and the Palm Beach Gardens Community Earth Club. • The registration deadline is approaching for

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the 2021 Florida Atlantic University Business Plan Competition, which awards budding entrepreneurs a top prize of $10,000, $5,000 for second place and $2,500 for third place. Participants must sign up by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 1. The 13th annual competition, hosted by FAU’s Adams Center for Entrepreneurship in the College of Business, seeks to identify and reward new, independent business ventures in need of start-up capital. • The mayor of Delray Beach and two other members of the City Commission are all being challenged for re-election in the March 9 municipal election, according to nomination papers ﬁled in City Hall. Mayor Shelly Petrolia, who holds Seat 5 on the governing board, is being opposed in her run for another three-year term by Tracy Caruso, wife of state Rep. Mike Caruso, who won a second stint in the state legislature in November. His district includes Delray Beach, where he and his wife reside. • Keith Rafferty and Melissa Michel opened Junk King, a “green” junk removal service, on Jan. 11 in Boca Raton. Junk King is currently the nation’s leading junk removal company due to its eco-friendly approach and nationally acclaimed customer service. • Camila Spinosi, a sixth grader at Don Estridge Middle School in Boca Raton, wishes she could spend more time with her elders. And she knows other teens have that same desire. Using her computer, entrepreneurial smarts and technological savvy, she has created an actual company called “Buddy Visits,” a high-tech listing that allows young adults get together and “bond with seniors,” she told an audience - via Zoom - at last week’s Young Entrepreneurs Academy CEO Round Table & Elevator Pitch Competition sponsored for the 10th year by the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce. • Florida Atlantic University’s online master’s in nursing administration program is ranked No. 11 in the nation in 2021 by U.S. News & World Report, climbing from No. 17 in 2020. In addition, FAU’s bachelor’s degree program is ranked No. 53 in the nation this year, climbing from No. 73 in 2020.

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COMMUNITY Digital-Health Divide Among Older Adults By: Mamie Barnhardt A study led by Florida Atlantic University’s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, in collaboration with the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the University of Massachusetts Medical School, has shown that there is a significant digital-health divide amongst seniors along the lines of race and/or socioeconomic status. According to an FAU press release, the study, which was published in the Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities, highlights a gap in computer ownership, Internet access, and access to digital health information in adults over 60. This disparity could play a factor in individuals ability to register for the COVID-19 vaccine. According to the article, “The odds of owning a computer or having access to the

Internet were one-fifth as likely in the African American group as it was for European Americans and one-fourth as likely for the Afro-Caribbean group…”, and the chances of Hispanic Americans having Internet access was one-half that of European Americans. Ruth Ta p pen, Ed.D., R.N., F.A.A.N, lead author and Christine E. Lynn Eminent Scholar, FAU’s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, notes “Portals that allow patients access to their electronic health records, decision aids that prepare patients to discuss options with their providers, making telehealth appointments with providers and so forth, needlessly, though unintentionally, excludes, marginalizes, and disenfranchises those who are older, have low incomes, have low health literacy, and/or are members of minority groups.”

Boynton Aerospace Science Academy Awarded First Place in FAA Airport Design Challenge The Boca Raton Airport congratulates Ms. Maria A. Sklar, J.D. and Team BASA from the Boynton Aerospace Science Academy for their first place win in the FAA Airport Design Challenge. “We are honored that BASA selected the Boca Raton Airport for the challenge,” said Boca Raton Airport Authority Executive Director Clara Bennett, adding “We also want to recognize and congratulate all the students who participated.” Second place went to The 3 Kopecs, Wiley Post Airport, with third place going to Pro Minecrafter, Bolinder Field-Tooele Valley Airport.” To view the winning entry, please visit https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=c4YmYJ0XcAc. The FAA Airport Design Challenge began in October 2020 and lasted five weeks. Over 1300 students from 22 different countries participated. The students participated in weekly meetings with the FAA covering topics of airport layout, pavement, lighting, structures, and innovative growth. Students took quizzes

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on the material covered during the meetings, selected an airport to design and utilized Minecraft to complete the challenge. The Boca Raton Airport has an ongoing partnership with the BASA program. Students typically visit the Airport during the academic year, allowing them to see the daily operations and learn about careers in aviation. Currently BASA students are learning about and shadowing the Boca Raton Airport Master Plan project. Students are using virtual meetings to discuss all aspects of the Airport Master Plan, with updates on the status of the plan, steps involved in the project, FAA requirements and why the plan is vital for the Airport. “We look forward to continuing our relationship with BASA and developing new relationships with other student groups,” said Ms. Bennett. “Student and community outreach is part of the Airport’s strategic goals, and this is just one way we strive to achieve that goal.”

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Florida’s ‘First Lady of Musical Theater’ Jan McArt passes away By: Dale King Jan McArt, the beloved devotee of musical theater, the gracious lady who made Boca Raton her home amidst her travels from world stages on Broadway, in London and throughout the Orient, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 31, at her home. Dubbed “The First Lady of Florida’s Musical Theatre” by decree of two Sunshine State governors, she leaves an indelible mark on Boca Raton’s cultural landscape and a legacy of developing the talents of aspiring artists. McArt’s remarkable career spanned Broadway, the San Francisco Opera on national talk shows including the Merv Griffin Show and the Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson. She was a pioneer of the South Florida theater scene through her Royal Palm Center Production Company in Boca Raton. Her Royal Palm Dinner Theatre in Royal Palm Place operated for nearly 25 years and racked up 278 Carbonell nominations. For that quarter-center, the indominable Ms. McArt – whose spirited career is often compared to the lead character in The Unsinkable Molly Brown – toiled for 52 weeks a year to deliver the goods to an arts-hungry community that found her performance venue a veritable font of entertainment. Early in the 21st century, McArt heard the call of academia. She joined the faculty of Lynn University in 2004 as its first director of theater arts program development. To the campus of the exclusive education center, she brought an infectious enthusiasm that would lay the groundwork for an incredible era of performing arts. Lead benefactor Elaine J. Wold collaborated with Jan to bring the Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center to the Military Trail campus. To this day, the exquisitely appointed performance spot provides a worldclass venue that has transformed Boca Raton’s cultural offerings while enhancing arts programming at Lynn. Jan McArt found a new theatrical home in the Wold Center, where she founded and produced Libby Dodson’s Live at Lynn series to honor one of Boca’s most renowned benefactors. The leading lady of the stage brought Tony Award winners and Hollywood stars to the campus and created a staged playreading series to help local playwrights and young artists hone their skills and develop original works for the future. Not only did her programs entertain, educate and inspire, they boosted the careers of several writers and performers who crafted their skills on the college campus within the borders of Boca Raton. Two productions, Stuart Meltzer’s The Goldberg Variations, and Michael McKeever’s Daniel’s Husband, would later receive full, Carbonell-winning productions; the latter even made it to Broadway. “She was a beloved member of Lynn’s community, and her endearing February 5 - February 11, 2021

smile and vivacious personality will be greatly missed,” said a tribute placed on the Lynn University website. While still a teen, Jan – who, like a true lady, never disclosed her age — was hired by Rodgers and Hammerstein in New York for the lead in Oklahoma. Her beloved brother, Don McArt, nicknamed “Bunny,” took her hand and led her to the Great White Way where she joined the cast of the fabled musical. Jan and Don were as close as any siblings could be. Don’s first show was with legendary director George Abbott in Kiss ‘n Tell. Both McArts were constantly working in New York, Hollywood, Europe and the Orient. Don took time out from his work in L.A. in 1977 to do the comic lead in The Merry Widow that opened Jan’s Royal Palm Dinner Theatre, and, in 1990, they finally worked together when Don moved to Boca Raton and became a steady comedy star in all of Jan’s five theatres — Key West, Fort Lauderdale, Miami Beach and two in Boca Raton. He quickly became an audience favorite and, after that, portrayed George Burns in Say Good Night Gracie, on tour and as part of the “Live at Lynn” series. As a Columbia concert artist, Jan became a favorite guest performer with symphonies across the country and in Saudi Arabia, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Bangkok. She appeared at the St. Regis

and Pierre Hotels in New York, the Coconut Grove in Los Angeles, and the Colony and Society in London. McArt premiered Prince of Central Park in her Key West venue and later brought it to the Belasco Theatre on Broadway. Ms. McArt also created the Little Palm Theater, where Boca’s tots and teens received their first exposure to the arts. Youngsters like Kevin Ross, now president of Lynn University, and Ariana Grande, pop vocalist-turned-mega star, were among the children who honed their abilities on her stage. Throughout her career, McArt has earned awards and recognitions that include being listed in the Palm Beach Post’s “One of the 100 Most Influential People in Florida for This Century.” Just before the 2016-17 school year ended, before diplomas were handed out and before classrooms were vacated for the hot Florida summer, Lynn University dedicated an evening to McArt – for her many seasons of bringing song and dance into the world, and for boosting the acting credentials and achievements of Lynn’s theater arts program. A few years ago, McArt worked with theater faculty at Lynn to create a new Bachelor of Fine Arts course in the school’s curriculum, a course which involves periodic presentations of plays. On a warm evening in May 2017 at the Wold Performing Arts Center,

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fans, family and friends gathered for a “Grand Night for Singing, A Tribute to Jan McArt,” a musical revue of hit songs from Rodgers and Hammerstein shows like Carousel, Oklahoma! The King and I and The Sound of Music. Organized by Lynn President-emeritus Donald Ross and his wife, Helen (parents of Lynn’s current chief executive), with support from dozens of McArt’s admirers, the evening not only honored her years of sharing her talents and abilities with students at Lynn, but also recounted McArt’s multitude of personal accomplishments. Lots of friends crowded the Wold Performing Arts Center to honor Jan. One of Boca’s most elegant performance venues, the site has hosted stars like Tommy Tune, Mitzi Gaynor and Lucie Arnaz and was the site of the third presidential debate between former President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney in October 2012. Terribly missed at the evening’s celebration was Jan’s favorite stage companion, Don “Bunny” McArt, who passed away in November 2012. Jan McArt’s special night at Lynn brought some very special students to the local arts venue – more than two dozen of them – from the American College Dublin to perform the full production of “A Grand Night for Singing.” McArt helped develop the Dublin school’s theater program, the only one in Ireland that offers a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in fine arts, with a specialization in musical theater. “Jan has been phenomenal, much more than a consultant,” said Donald Ross. “She has been so generous with her time and talent, even teaching master classes when she’s visited the college in Ireland. It’s fitting to now offer Lynn students the chance to study in the program she helped develop.” If two-dozen-plus theater students from Dublin flew across the Atlantic for the singular purpose of serenading you with Rodgers and Hammerstein show tunes, what would you do? Jan replied, humbly: “I’m a little embarrassed by all of the attention, but who can resist Rodgers and Hammerstein?” The students’ beautiful vocals and smooth moves delighted guests of all ages. Barely a year ago, McArt produced and directed the classic Broadway hit musical, Gigi, featuring Palm Beach philanthropist Lois Pope in the tune-filled show that was presented three times during March 2019 in the Wold Performing Arts Center. The appearance by Pope, widow of National Enquirer publisher Generoso Pope, reprising talents from her days as a stage performer, helped celebrate the 10th anniversary of the on-campus showplace. McArt is survived by a daughter, Debbie Lahr Lawlor; grandson Evan and granddaughter, Katharine. A private family service has been scheduled, but no viewing or funeral. Community

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What Would America be Without Black History Month? By all reasonable expectations, February is one of my favorite months. No, not because of Valentine’s Day but this time each year, we observe Black History Month. It is one of my busiest and ﬁnancially lucrative months. It’s the one time a year when black authors and public speakers such as myself are in high demand. Every institution and organization is looking to book one. There is plenty of work to go around, especially since I and a few other black writers that I know tend to respectfully decline these invitations. Not that I couldn’t use the extra money or anything, but I resent being ghettoized, having people interested in what I do and what I have to say only during the month of February. While I do not think we should relegate my history to a month, I think it is important for black people to know their history, and for white people to appreciate the contributions we made and continue to make to our country. In doing so we can and will uncover new truths about the journey we all share,

and new promises for the next generation. Such has been the case already this week. This year, students at Village Academy in Delray Beach began a new learning experience. They are learning about blacks who changed the course of history through an on-campus museum. Teachers and volunteers have converted a portable classroom into the museum, complete with artifacts and live oral historians. The 30-minute presentations – dubbed “Through the Years, a Slice of Black History” – encompass proﬁles of prominent people, organizations and events and artifacts. Live recollections and experiences from local living legends are also infused into the presentation. I ﬁnd it amazing to see the students, from 3-years-old and up, walk into that room and leave with a greater appreciation of their history. That laboratory experience is more than they could have learned in any traditional classroom. As we learn about the accomplishments of the many legends, I am left feeling like we

still have not given full respect to the very legacies that we’re trying to honor. After all, these were phenomenal people who have accomplished phenomenal things, achievements that have been a tremendous benefit to the entire world, not just black people. I must add that this is not, as some may be thinking, a 28-day vat of a factually flawed and at times fictional history of how bad the blacks had it in America. Students will not hear that whites are privileged and their ancestors had slaves. Instead, this experience is one that teaches all children factual history. They will discover that without George Washington Carver, there might not be peanut butter, and if C. Spencer Pompey had not intervened, black teachers in Palm Beach County would not receive equal pay as their white counterparts and later equal number of days for black students. I find that the younger generations could care less about this month, and it seems like older generations are starting to share the consensus. The problem for many people is Black History Month (like ev-

ery other habitual holiday in America) yields no meaning after it’s over. It’s the short, cold month of February (for some) when the gaudy decorations are pulled out and dusted off and goes back into your closet at the end of the season. So because of the short period, they see no need to extensively reﬂect and no reason to relate. The organizers of the museum have promised “Black History 365” where they will highlight the accomplishments by blacks every day of the year. My only hope is that they will remain true to their promise and ﬁnd a way to incorporate this rich information into their curriculum. Our journey is far from over, but as I look back on all that our nation has accomplished, I think Black History Month is truly a time to celebrate the freedom to strive, to achieve, and above all to contribute to a better, stronger American community. Without it, future generations won’t even know or care that the ever present problems of black people are slowly but steadily slip-sliding off America’s radar.

POSITIVE LIVING By: Dr. Synesio Lyra

Choose Acquaintances Wisely! People are good! But people can also be very bad! At ﬁrst it may appear a contradiction, but we all know that such is the case. It’s not the appearances that count but the reality that can be gradually discovered. One can never ﬁnd that out, one way or another, without maintaining a measure of contact with others, and using every possible observation and evaluation tool available. It’s not that hard to reach a reasonable, safe conclusion about other people without being judgmental or too intrusive! It’s important not to approach anyone with pre-conceived ideas about that person. Even if you February 5 - February 11, 2021

may dislike certain features you readily observe in that individual, spend more time with him or her before arriving at a ﬁnal conclusion about the person. Always remember that people can be far better than you imagine, just as many can also be completely the opposite of whatever good impressions you ﬁrst detect in one or another. Therefore, it’s only by spending some time with someone, in different settings and circumstances, that you can more readily observe and assess the character, and other essential features of a fellow human’s projections! If you are to obtain a solid

evaluation about anyone, attempt to read that person’s heart rather than merely depend on externalities, for the latter can be mere façades which don’t reveal one’s true self. Furthermore, people are usually more than what their outward shell portrays them to be. For that and other reasons, don’t allow your ﬁrst impressions to be the sole, decisive factor to determine if you should pursue more interactions with that person, or even commit yourself to a permanent relationship, of one kind or another. Avoid reaching your conclusions in a superﬁcial way so as to avoid unnecessary distresses right away, or later on.

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Although you can, and should, consult others about their insights on others you wish to befriend, or simply develop a cordial, occasional relationship, don’t limit yourself only to what others may report. Some people may unw i s e l y t h i n k t o o mu ch o f someone who doesn’t deser ve that “grade,” while others may be jealous, resentful, or carry unwarranted personal grudges toward that person. Just move with caution, and let reason aid you via careful, lengthy observation! Ultimately, only you can reach a final conclusion; just do it with utmost caution!

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Coronavirus Scam Facts from Nikki Fried, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture County Commissioner Robert S Weinroth urges residents to remain vigilant to avoid becoming the victim of a fraudulent offer, especially as they confront the Coronavirus. Our office is pleased to provide the following guidance issued by the office of Commissioner Nikki Fried. How do I know if a coronavirus email is a scam? Follow normal online tips to protect your money and identity. Most important, do not click on links or respond to an email that you do not recognize.The emails and posts may be promoting awareness and prevention tips or fake information about cases in your neighborhood. They also may be asking you to donate to victims, offering advice on unproven treatments, or contain malicious email attachments. Can I pay to be on a list to be the first to receive a vaccine? No. Do not give money to anyone who claims a payment will put you on a list to fast-track receiving a vaccination.There is currently no vaccine and no specific treatment to prevent or treat a coronavirus infection. Scientists are working on these issues. However, scammers are taking advantage of fear and misinformation to take people’s money.There are no lists being generated for people to receive vaccinations. When a vaccine does become available, your medical provider will notify you. Should I buy a product that claims to cure coronavirus? Be wary of anyone touting any type of medical miracle or holistic cures. Using questionable and untested products will cost you money and potentially be dangerous to your health.Think twice before spending money on a product that claims to cure a wide range of diseases.Be suspect of products that provide only patient testimonials as evidence of their effectiveness. Patient testimonials can be made up and embellished, and they are no substitute for true scientific evidence.Before using any product that makes these claims, consult with your doctor or health care professional to ensure it is safe to use. How can I buy a kit to test myself at home for coronavirus? After consulting with your health-

care provider, you might consider using either an at-home collection kit or an at-home test if you have signs and symptoms of COVID-19 and if you can’t get tested by a healthcare provider. According to the CDC, at-home collection kits and tests are available either by prescription or over the counter in a pharmacy or retail store without a prescription. Currently available at-home tests look for current infectionBe wary of the unapproved or fraudulent test kits being marketed on the internet, in magazines and elsewhere.Patients who suspect they may have the virus or that they may be infected should consult with a physician on the best way to provide a specimen for testing. Should I invest in a company that’s working on a coronavirus vaccine or cure? Be alert to “investment opportunities” or offers to crowd fund for a cure. If you see one ofthese promotions, ignore it.The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is warning people about online promotions, including on social media, claiming that the products or services of publicly traded companies can prevent, detect or cure coronavirus. The promotions claim that the stock of these companies will dramatically increase in value as a result.Keep in mind that contributing to a crowd fund will not guarantee any results and contributions to a crowdfund may not be refundable. How do I know my charitable donation is going to a real charity? In Florida, all legitimate charities and professional fundraisers must be registered with FDACS. This office regulates charitable organizations to ensure donations contributed by Floridians are not stolen or misused through fraud. To ensure the charity you are donating to is legitimate, use the CheckA-Charity tool. This tool allows you to search the files of registered charities and review the financial information reported to FDACS from charitable organizations.Do your homework when it comes to donations. Don’t let anyone rush you into making adonation. Do not pay donations with gift cards or by wiring money. S t a y S a f e !

Visions For The Future In Unprecedented Times In the esteemed magazine of years past, the Saturday Evening Post, Alexander Winton, who was the first automobile manufacturer, wrote about his experiences of being ridiculed in the 1890s. Winton claimed his banker soundly criticized him, urging him to give up talking about his “crazy ideas” of automobiles one day overtaking horses as a primary means for transportation. And yet, years later, Winton succeeded in building and selling his first automobile. It seems hardly imaginable today that anyone would have ever doubted the value and importance of automobiles, but there was that day. Thankfully, Winton and many others never ceased believing that a “horseless carriage” was feasible. I believe that it is God who gives some people like Winton, and countless other inventors and innovators a clear vision for the future. Where would we be today without the foresight and vision of people like Leonardo da Vinci, Nicolas Copernicus, Galileo Galilei, Isaac Newton, Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla? Or George Washington Carver, Alexander Graham Bell, Johannes Gutenberg, Rudolf Diesel and Michael Faraday? For many of these people, unprecedented times led to unimagined developments that have benefited humanity for centuries since. Perhaps in your own industry you can think of individuals and groups whose wisdom and perception led to dramatic changes and improvements. But this vision is not limited to invention and innovation. In the Old Testament of the Bible we read about Daniel, the prophet who also received a very specific vision for the future. In the book named after him, we read God telling Daniel, “Now I have come to explain to you what will happen to your people

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in the future, for the vision concerns a time yet to come” (Daniel 10:14). Daniel and other prophets, including Isaiah, Jeremiah, Elijah, Elisha, Micah, Amos, Hosea and Malachi, shared visions for the future God had given to them. These are recorded in other Old Testament books. Over the centuries, these messages have inspired hope, motivated believers in God to undertake great exploits, and have helped in providing new understanding of the Creator of the universe. The prophet Isaiah, for example, wrote that, “In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted, and the train of his robe ﬁlled the temple…. ‘Woe to me!’ I cried. ‘I am ruined! For I am a man of unclean clips, and I live among a people of unclean lips, and my eyes have seen the king, the Lord almighty’” (Isaiah 6:1-5). He felt totally unworthy, yet he realized God was calling him to a special role. When God asked, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?”,Isaiah responded, “Here am I. Send me!” (Isaiah 6:8). Isaiah was living in very unusual times when he had this vision. We too are living in unprecedented times. Because of this, we should not be too quick to dismiss those God has given vision for the future. Ignoring new trends can be harmful to the future of your business. Elsewhere in the prophetic book, God informs Isaiah, “Do not call to mind the former things; pay no attention to the things of old. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland” (Isaiah 43:18-19). Are you prepared if you see God doing a new thing at work – or in your life? What vision might He be giving to you that could lead to a brighter future?

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The Symphonia May Have Second Boca Raton Public Library Unveils In Person Concert New Storywalk® At Serenoa Glade Preserve In Boca Raton

The Symphonia’s second live concert of the season, ‘Love, The Symphonia,’ to be held on Sunday, Feb. 14 at 3 p.m. at the Boca Raton Marriott, has now reached capacity based on the prescribed safe, socially-distanced guidelines. Due to the overwhelming popularity of the Valentine’s Day live concert, the chamber orchestra is working on a potential second performance later that day at 5 p.m. and has created a waitlist for that performance. Interested guests are asked to call The Symphonia at 561-376-3848, or email info@thesymphonia.org. If conﬁrmed, tickets will be $75 per person. A limited capacity will also

be enforced with assigned seating. Guests coming together will sit in their own ‘bubble’ that will be socially distanced. The ‘Love, The Symphonia’ concert, led by Principal Conductor, Maestro Alastair Willis, will include a 60-minute performance, without intermission, featuring Deborah Fleisher, Harp Soloist. An all-string, reduced-sized orchestra will perform, enabling the musicians to socially distance on the stage. In addition, guest seating will be spatially distanced, per recommended CDC guidelines, and masks will be required for both musicians and guests.

The Boca Raton Public Library is pleased to announce the addition of a StoryWalk to the Serenoa Glade Preserve at George Snow Park in Boca Raton. StoryWalk is a fun, educational activity that places a children’s storybook along a popular walking route in the community. The Serenoa StoryWalk will highlight books at easily viewable heights for young children up to 5 years old. This is the second Story Walk in the City of Boca Raton. The ﬁrst StoryWalk opened in July 2020 at the Pondhawk Natural Area adjacent to the Spanish River Library. A different book will be displayed at each StoryWalk every two months to keep both StoryWalk learning experiences fresh and exciting. The first book at the Serenoa Glade Preserve StoryWalk is called Dancing Feet! by Lindsey Craig, with illustrations by Marc Brown. Craig’s rollicking text features funny sound words (Tippity! Creepity! Stompity! Thumpity!), dancing animals, and a singsong beat, while Brown’s artwork is bright, tex-

tured, and joyful, a collage of simple shapes for kids to ﬁnd and name. StoryWalk was brought to Boca Raton through funding from Friends of the Boca Raton Public Library to help build children’s interest in reading while encouraging healthy activity. The Friends is a non-profit volunteer and membership organization dedicated to supporting the Boca Raton Public Library’s literacy programs and to increasing awareness of the Library’s educational and recreational contributions to the local community. The national StoryWalk Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard library. StoryWalk is the perfect place for the whole family to explore a local landmark and enjoy outdoor activities. The StoryWalk at Serenoa Glade Preserve is easily accessible for people of all ages from the George Snow Park parking lot at 1101 NW 15th Street, Boca Raton.

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Fall in Love With These Valentine’s Day Decor Ideas (StatePoint) As Valentine’s Day quickly approaches, celebrations may include romantic dinners, Galentine’s Day plans or even family fun. The experts at Dollar General have provided a few budget-friendly decor ideas that everyone will love. Romantic Night in for Two Make a night in special by adding a few romantic details around the home. Spruce up the dining table with a vase of fresh roses, candles and a decorative tablecloth—all of which is available at your local Dollar General the week of Valentine’s Day. Also consider filling the room with colorful heart-shaped balloons and bowls of sweet candies. Dress up a wall or mantle with a banner and some of your favorite photos. Pitch a blanket fort in the living room for a fun indoor movie night. Decorate it with a holiday-themed blanket and pillows to help create a unique and memorable Valentine’s Day. Be Mine, Galentine

For those spending the holiday with friends, incorporate all the fun Valentine’s Day decor into a Galentine’s Day celebration. Assemble a picture-perfect balloon arch by taping or stringing together pink, white, red and heart-shaped balloons. Create another space for photos by hanging streamers and a heartshaped garland from windows or walls. Fill glass vases with red and pink candies for a

charming coffee table centerpiece. Lastly, a message board could provide a fun opportunity for gathering gals to express appreciation or positive quotes. This can easily be celebrated digitally by distributing Galentine’s Day kits to friends, so everyone can that share in the decorating and celebrating. DIY Valentine Crafts For a fun family night in, set aside time

to create crafts with the kids. Crafting can be a great way for kids to express themselves, plus their creations can serve as cost-effective decorations. One example is to hang a paper heart chain, like a garland, above a fireplace or along kitchen cabinets. For this easy and adorable craft, gather red and pink craft paper, ribbon or string, scissors and tape. Cut out hearts and a small hole in a corner to string ribbon or string through. Another fun option is to gather the family to paint glass jars with hearts or sayings. Place tasty treats like cookies or candies inside or use the jars as a vase for flowers. Don’t forget front door decorations! Find the directions to craft an easy DIY Coffee Filter Wreath for the door on DG’s crafts web page. For more holiday decoration inspiration and ideas, visit dollargeneral.com and browse under the Inspiration tab. By planning ahead and seeking o u t d e c o r a t i o n t i p s a n d t r i ck s, a n y one can be ready to celebrate Valentine’s Day with less stress and hustle.

Maintaining a Sense of Normalcy While Routines Stay Disrupted (StatePoint) With the roll-out of the vaccine taking place slowly, it may be awhile longer before life returns completely to normal. However, if you have been working remotely, it may be a good idea to reincorporate some of the elements of your regular routine into your schedule now. Not only will maintaining a sense of normalcy help you to feel more productive and more like yourself again, it could also help make the transition to the workplace smoother when it does occur. Here are a few ways to go about it: • Rise and shine: Have you let your morning schedule slide into chaos during the pandemic? Now is the time to get back to your regular hours. Get to sleep each week night at your pre-pandemic bedtime and set your alarm for your regular wake hour. With no commute, you may find yourself with some extra time in the morning. Use it to get organized for the day, exercise or check items off your to-do list. • Get dressed: Dress as though you are heading into the workplace. Wear pants that don’t have an elastic waistband, do your hair and wear accessories. Regain your sense of style and feel good about how you look. • Structure your day: When working remotely, it’s easy to feel like the workday has no clear beginning or end. For better work-life balance, try to structure your day as you once did, Plus

setting regular business hours. Be sure to include breaks so you don’t experience burnout. And, if your weekdays once included time for socializing with colleagues, make time for it now. Set up a virtual coffee meeting, lunch or happy hour. • Use tech tools: Stay accountable to your new schedule as well as your fashion goals with wearable tech,

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First Black Woman Elected to Palm Beach Soil & Water Conservation District Today, after winning the Palm Beach Soil and Water Conservation District, Seat 2 by a landslide, Ann Marie Sorrell will be taking her oath of office.The Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections website thoroughly presents the epic results of the November 2020 election for Palm Beach County. As one of the two candidates who ran for the Palm Beach Soil and Water Conservation District Seat 2, Ann Marie Sorrell won nearly 66% of the votes, totaling 398,354 votes out of the total 607,697 votes cast.Ann Marie Sorrell is the Founder and President & CEO of The Mosaic Group (established in 2005), an award-winning advertising, public relations, marketing, and government relations firm serving clients throughout the United States. Its clients include the City of West Palm Beach, Cohen Brothers Realty Corporation, AECOM, Palm Tran Public Transportation, and community redevelopment agencies around South Florida, to name a few.She has served as an adjunct professor at Palm Beach State College for 5 years teaching Introduction to Business, Entrepreneurship, and Human Relations.Sorrell also recently founded Cannabiziac (April 2020), South Florida’s first Cannabiz Incubator, Accelerator, and Coworking community for the cannabis industry. She founded Cannabiziac for the purpose of creating an inclusive global cannabis ecosystem that pro-

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FAU Pine Jog Builds Social-Emotional Skills Via K-5 Nature Program By: Terese Crana Florida Atlantic University Pine Jog Environmental Education Center offers “Teaching Empathy Through Nature” to public and private elementary schools and organizations that have out-of-school time (OST) programs for children in grades K-5. Prime Time Palm Beach County awarded more than $33,000 to implement this expanded learning opportunity focused on building social-emotional skills through a connection to nature that consists of five interactive sessions: Self-awareness, Empathy, Respect, Giving to Others and Magic of the Forest.”Improving connections with nature for today’s youth is needed now more than ever in these trying times,” said Greg Goebel, coordinator of educational programs at Pine Jog. “By incorporating nature-based activities in social and emotional learning, we are encouraging students to have empathy for each other, themselves, and all living things in the environment.”Sessions are conducted virtually at 20 eligible sites located in areas that include medium- and high-need targeted zip codes representing underserved communities. The sites receive kits that include materials for each session, such as breathing buddies for meditation and yoga, materials for making and decorating talking sticks, and containers of potting soil with seeds for planting. Each kit also contains books and other materials for extension activities

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that children and youth can participate in at the end of the program.More than 400 student participants complete a pre- and post-survey that gauges their interests in exploring natural spaces and having empathy for others, as well as how each student’s attitudes toward nature may have changed over the course of the program.”Teaching Empathy through Nature” is made possible with support from Prime Time Palm Beach County, Inc., which receives significant funding from the Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County, Inc. To learn more about this program, contact Greg Goebel at ggoebel@fau.edu or 561-686-6600, ext. 413.Prime Time Palm Beach County’s mission is to help children and youth succeed by strengthening and expanding quality in the out-of-school time field. Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County, a special district created by Palm Beach County voters, provides leadership, funding and research on behalf of the county’s children so they grow up healthy, safe and strong.Pine Jog Environmental Education Center is a unit of the College of Education at FAU. Since 1960, Pine Jog has been fulfilling its mission of developing, modeling and providing educational programs and services which foster awareness and appreciation of the natural world, promote understanding of environmental concepts and instill a sense of stewardship. For more information, contact Pine Jog at 561686-6600 or visit www.pinejog.fau.edu.

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Boca Raton Synagogue and Church Team Up to Help the Homeless and the Hungry As the old saying goes, “cleanliness is next to godliness.” That’s why two faith-based organizations in Boca Raton, Florida – B’nai Torah Congregation and St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church have joined together to offer a critical service to those in the community who need it most. As of February 2, each week on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., a mobile shower station will be open and available to the public at St. Gregory’s, located at 100 NE Mizner Blvd. In addition to receiving a hot shower, visitors will have access to new toiletries, towels, undergarments, and clothes, all of which have been donated by various community organizations and establishments. “We hope the shower program provides those who take advantage of it with a fresh, clean start – both literally and figuratively,” says Summer Faerman, Director of B’nai Torah’s Tzedakah, Learning and Chesed (TLC) Program. The shower program will be managed by qualified, handpicked volunteers who will be able to connect visitors to additional support services. “They may stop by for a hot shower and a clean towel, but they will hopefully leave with the tools and information to get whatever services they may need such as housing, employment, healthcare, etc.,” says Faerman. The mobile shower unit was gifted by Carebag, Inc., a Florida based not-for-profit whose mission is to provide proper hygiene to those in need,

after they learned of the work B’nai Torah and St. Gregory’s were doing to serve the homeless community, such as a hot meal program offered weekly on the St. Gregory’s campus. A free food pantry will also be made available at St. Gregory’s beginning February 2. The pantry is part of B’nai Torah’s TLC Little Free Food Pantry program that began this summer in an effort to combat food insecurity issues that became even worse during COVID. Through this program, small pantries were put up around Boca Raton and surrounding areas allowing those who need food to take, and those with extra food to give. Gena Vallee, Director of Youth Ministry &Outreach Coordinator at St. Gregory’s says, “The opening of the Mobile Shower along with the Little Free Pantry is the epitome of what a community can and should look like at its best. When we spend time sharing love for each other and with each other, the goodness is endless. Regardless of where our place of worship might be, this community is united in love. And where there is love, there is beauty.” Shower service will be available during the operating hours on a ﬁrst-come, ﬁrst-served basis. No appointments are necessary. For more information about the program, contact Summer Faerman at (561) 392-8566 or summerf@bnai-torah.org or Gena Vallee at (561) 395-8285 or gvallee@st-gregorys.com.

Over 1,000 Doses of Pﬁzer COVID-19 Vaccine Rotted in Palm Beach County By: Megan Mandatta on DeSantis, Governor of Florida, decided that the COVID-19 vaccine should be distributed exclusively at Publix. DeSantis has received a lot of backlash from this decision as a blatant display of privilege, as not all in Florida can readily access a Publix for their vaccination needs. Last week, a mobile refrigerator truck lost power and over 1,000 doses of the Pﬁzer vaccine spoiled in Palm Beach County. This was discovered when a Palm Beach County healthcare district staff ran a rou-

tine quality assurance check and found 232 vials, 1,160 doses, at an “unsafe temperature”, according to a news release. 1,160 doses were spoiled due to a simple miscommunication and the generator was not set to run throughout the night. In response to this, The Sun Sentinel reports that 5,000 more doses will be sent to Palm Beach County and will be “allocated to communities that don’t have a Publix pharmacy.” The healthcare district conﬁrms the spoiled vials have been destroyed and will not be used on any patients and no appointments were moved due to this mishap.

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ton and April 6-29 for Loxahatchee Groves. The CERT program is a nationally supported, locally implemented initiative that teaches people how to better prepare themselves for hazards that may affect their communities. Individuals are trained in disaster response skills such as team organization, disaster medical operations, ﬁre safety, and light search and rescue. Local CERT programs train and organize teams of volunteers to assist their families, neighbors, co-workers and other community members during emergencies when professional responders may not be immediately available to provide assistance.

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World Trade Center Palm Beach and Hispanic Entreprenuer Initiative host the México Consulado General en Miami to discuss trade By: Mamie Barnhardt This past Thursday the World Trade Center Palm Beach (WTCPB) and the Hispanic Entrepreneur Initiative (HEI) hosted a delegation from the México Consulado General en Miami along with individuals and organizations from various facets of Palm Beach County and Boca Raton ranging from education and business development to tourism and healthcare. The event was a mix of virtual and in-person attendance and was moderated by immigration lawyer and founder of WTCPB Alfred Zucaro. The gathering was an opportunity for those participating to present resources available in Palm Beach County and explore cultural, educational, and economic opportunities that an increased relationship between Mexico and South Florida would present. “We believe that this is a great opportunity for Mexico and Florida,” said Consul General Johnathan Chait in his opening statement. The Consul General also stressed education, talked tourism opportunities for Mexicans, mentioned the prevalence of Mexican small-business owners in the area, and highlighted the importance of community relations. Accompanying the Consul General was the Consulado de México en Miami’s Consul for Economic and Commercial Affairs Alexia Nunez, Consul for Scientific Cooperation and Education Araceli Grave Aguilar, and the Consulate’s Head of Community Affairs Elsy Diaz Izquierdo. Mexico is Florida’s second biggest trade partner and according to Chait the newly signed United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement on trade (USMCA) presents openings that have not yet been capatalized on. Chait went on to talk about the development of the Florida/Mexico Working Group and the importance of maritime trade. Various representatives from the transportation industry were present to discuss maritime trade and transportation, including Palm Beach Port Director Manuel Almira. After touching briefly on the uncertainty of when cruise activities can commence, he discussed trade. “The biggest challenge that we face at the Port of Palm Beach is the close proximity to… Mexico, most of the cargo that travels from or is destined to Mexico travels by truck or rail,” he said. Almira expressed an interest in increasing commercial relationships with Mexico, saying “We may be able to tap into a market that could…utilize” the Ports of Palm Beach, which is the fourth largest in Florida. He also pointed out that they are the only port facility in south Florida operating a rail system with pier-side box, hopper, and intermodal cars operating 24 hours a day. Execute Director of the Boca Raton Regional Airport Clara Bennett and Assistant Direction of the Palm Beach International Airport Gary Sypeks also spoke, both discussing travel and emCommunity

ployment opportunities their respective institutions provide. CEO of Palm Beach County’s Business Development Board (BDB) Kelly Smallridge discussed how her organization presents opportunities for international dealings, and how corporations they bring to PBC provide employment opportunities. “For our special guests that are here it’s really a unique model in terms of how we go about bringing outside investment into Palm Beach County because it is a collaboration of business, government, and education leaders in order to bring… quality growth and diversification into Palm Beach County” Smallridge said. Also present was President and CEO of the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce Troy McCellan. Chief Medical Officer at Boca Regional Dr. Samer Fahmy then spoke about the impact and challenges of COVID-19 over last year and tying that into the tourism industry was Glenn Jurgenson of the Tourism Development Council and President of Discover Palm Beaches Jorge Pesquera. “The pandemic has certainly done a number on us, but we are moving forward, we are seeing the uptick…” Jurgenson said. Pesquera spoke about how COVID-19 safety is a priority in PBC and how initiatives such as the Palm Beaches Pledge help tourists feel safe. Following that Senior Director of Leisure Sales at Discover Palm Beaches Erick Garnica discussed why Mexico is a target market for the Palm Beaches, and what the Palm Beaches has to offer. There is the obvious proximity connection, but Garnica points out that “[Discover Palm Beaches has] diversified attributes that align well with the consumer mindset of the Mexican traveler…and the U.S. is the second largest overseas travel market for Mexicans.” In his closing remarks Chait also pointed out that the accessibility of the Brightline is beneficial for the Mexican tourist. Speaking about education was PBC School Board member and first Hispanic woman to be elected Alexandria Ayala and Mary Sol González, who co-founded the HEI. They were followed by Keiser University Chancellor Arthur Keiser, Dean at Lynn University R.T. Good, and Vice President at Palm Beach State College Dr. Roger Yohe later in the program. Although the statistical breakdown shows that less than 1% of the Hispanic students in Palm Beach County are Mexican, those numbers “are not really representative of…contribution that the Mexican-American and Mexican communities have made to our county,” Ayala pointed out. That contribution is reflected “through our small business community, our agricultural sectors, our service communities, and our professional sectors,” Ayala argued.

Cuban immigrant who gave passionate speech at Republican Convention addresses Boca GOP By: Dale King When Boca Raton Regional Republican Club President Armand Grossman called upon Maximo Alvarez to speak to his local organization, the Cuban emigree said his life story was pretty much the same as other immigrants fleeing dictatorial governments. “A n y o n e who has come to America to find freedom has the same story as mine,” he said. “I want to be known only as a Cuban who came to America seeking freedom.” Still, Alvarez – who gained national notoriety for the speech he gave at the Republican National Convention last year – attended the Jan. 25 meeting in Boca Raton. With deep emotion, he told of his journey to escape the oppression of Fidel Castro, the impact of the flight on his family and his desire to take his message about the importance of freedom to everyone – especially young people – throughout the US. Founder of Sunshine Gasoline, Alvarez was one of the speakers on the first evening of the convention who told how his “father, who only had a sixth-grade education, fled totalitarianism, first from Spain, and then Cuba. If I gave away everything I have today, it would not equal 1 percent of what I was given when I came to this great country of ours: the gift of freedom.” In one of the most emotional moments of the convention’s first night, Alvarez said: “My family has fled totalitarianism and communism more than once. But my family is done running away.” “By the grace of God, I have lived the American dream, the greatest blessing I ever had,” he told those who watched the convention. “I’m speaking to you today because my family is done abandoning what we rightfully earned.” Alvarez said he came to the US at age 13 “by chance. My parents were willing to send their child to a foreign country. It was better than living under a totalitarian regime.” With occasional tears welling up in his eyes as he spoke to the Boca GOP at the Pavilion Club, Alvarez said the United States “is the only country that gives you the opportunity to reach your potential. God gives it to you.” “I am an American,” he said loudly

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as the crowd applauded. “And we have to reach the people who are trying to divide us.” Right now, America is taking a turn toward socialism – a system he said has failed in many places such as Cuba and Venezuela. “Socialism equals communism,” he said. “Socialism doesn’t sound as threatening, but it’s just as bad. In the US, we help other people because of our generosity. Under socialism, we depend on the government for handouts.” The speaker recalled President Ronald Reagan’s famous line, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction,” and tied it to the impor tance of t e a ch i n g ch i l dren the obligation they must fight for the lifestyle and liberty we all enjoy today. He said he was “honored to tell my story at the Republican National Convention.” When he went to bed later that night, he said he received a phone call from President Trump who wanted to compliment him. “We were disagreeing because he said it was a fantastic speech. I said I didn’t think it was my best.” Alvarez heaped praised on the former POTUS. “This is what’s so great about this man. He wants to put America first. He did more in three years than the last 20 presidents.” The gasoline company founder disagreed with President Biden’s executive order to kill the Keystone XL Pipeline project, saying, “We have become Number 1 in the oil producing industry. On his first day in office, Biden kills it. We will become dependent on Middle Eastern oil again.” He also denied accusations that America is racist. “This is the least racist country in the world. If we were a racist nation, I wouldn’t be here.” After his address concluded with a standing ovation and hearty applause from the crowd, Alvarez worked the room, speaking with many in the crowd. He also took several questions. To end the session, club President Armand Grossman said the purpose of the organization is “to attract members into and involve them in the Republican Party.” Its agenda, he said, includes periodic dinners and meetings featuring prominent Republican speakers. February 5 - February 11, 2021

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Diamonds Direct and Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation Team Up to Help the Fight Against Breast Cancer Diamonds Direct of Boca Raton is pleased to announce a partnership with the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation, who is committed to the community – in sickness and in health. Proceeds from the partnership will directly benefit their Go Pink Challenge, which helps raise awareness and funds for the purchase of technological advancements that are vitally necessary for the early diagnosis of breast cancer. The community is invited to show their support beginning Thursday, January 28 through Monday, March 1 and shop Diamonds Direct’s exclusive Partner in Pink Collection and 10% of the proceeds will be donated to the Go Pink Challenge. Available to shop in-store, (located right behind the Town Center Mall at 21078 St. Andrews Blvd) the collection features specialty Simon G. pieces that incorporate charming rose gold pendants and rings accented with pink gemstones and diamonds, an eye-catching ring with a striking 10.27 carat rubellite, an elegant ring featuring 3.73 carats of rubies and much more. “Having a new Go Pink Challenge partnership with Diamonds Direct presents a wonderful opportunity for Boca Raton Regional Hospital. Their support will allow us to further our mission in the fight against breast cancer. Community support is so vital to the Hospital, as well as the Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute and Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute,” said Mark Larkin, CFRE, President, Boca

Raton Regional Hospital Foundation. “Proceeds from the Go Pink Challenge are used to purchase state-of-the-art technology to provide the most advanced care for our patients. In addition, the Challenge has enabled us to implement important programs and services to aid our patients diagnosed with cancer.” According to the American Cancer Society’s statistics, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. The Go Pink Challenge is a community-based initiative to raise funds and awareness in the fight against breast cancer to purchase important technology that will allow them to provide the most advanced care for their patients. “Our team is thrilled to participate in the Go Pink Challenge to raise funds, awareness and promote women’s health education for early detection,” said Diamonds Direct Boca Raton Vice President Ayelet Gilady. “Part of the Diamonds Direct Difference is our commitment to give back to our local community and we are excited to start this everlasting partnership with the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation to help make an impact in our own neighborhood.” The Boca Raton team features master jewelers, diamond experts and GIA Graduate Gemologists who will gladly provide an extensive diamond education to every guest, equipping them with the tools and resources necessary to select the right diamond.

Moss Foundation Helps Build Solar Career Opportunities For Belle Glade Students High school students, many from Palm Beach County’s most economically depressed neighborhoods, are one-step closer to careerlaunching, skilled trade jobs in Florida’s expanding solar industry, thanks to a $105,000 donation from the Moss Foundation to Student ACES’ solar workforce development program. The check presentation took place on Friday, Jan. 29 at the Student ACES Center, 915 S. Main Street in Belle Glade. “We are excited to support Student ACES and this important initiative,” said Chad Moss, president of the Moss Foundation. “There are tremendous career opportunities in this specialized field of construction, and we want to provide students who are considering this path the experiences they need to understand their options and the tools to achieve their career goals.” The Student ACES workforce development program exposes students to well-paying jobs in the solar industry that do not require a college degree. Students will also visit some of the nine Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) solar energy centers that Moss Construction is helping to build throughout the state. The students will learn firsthand about career opportunities from individuals working in the solar industry. The program also offers workshops that focus on character education, financial literacy, safety and time management. The students also will learn how to

write a resume, complete a job application, and practice interviewing skills. “Student ACES helps students seize the many opportunities that await them, whether that’s going to college, entering the workforce or a combination of both,” said Krissy Webb, executive director of Student ACES. “Our unique programs build character and integrity. Students gain a strong foundation that they can draw on throughout their lives to overcome the various challenges they will encounter no matter what road they choose.” Florida continues to rank among the top states for solar jobs led by FPL’s unprecedented solar expansion – installing 30 million more solar panels by 2030 – one of the largest in the country. FPL is a longtime supporter and sponsor of Student ACES and is an integral partner in the workforce development program. Members of FPL’s solar team mentor the students at the Belle Glade center, and several of the students have been hired directly by FPL or Moss Construction. “FPL proudly supports organizations such as Student ACES that break down barriers to opportunities for students, especially in the STEM field; after all, these young men and women are the state’s future leaders and it’s critical they have the tools to thrive,” said Eric Silagy, president and CEO of FPL. “We commend Moss for making such an important investment in these students’ futures.”

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SPORTS Sailfish Men’s Cross Country Kick Panthers Volleyball Gets First Win Off Season With Victory of 2021 The Palm Beach Atlantic Men’s Cross Country team kicked off the 2021 season and the resumption of competitive Sailfish athletics this morning by earning a team victory over Lynn University and one individual runner from Nova Southeastern University in the 8k Palm Beach Atlantic Meet. The e ve n t wa s the first-ever Cross Country meet h o s t e d by PBA at the Rinker Athletic Campus. The ‘Fish were able to defea t the Knights with three PBA runners finishing within the top-5 and six in the top-10. Ty Fisher led the way for the Sailfish, finishing in second place with a time of 27:45. He came in 44 seconds

behind the race winner John Anthony Hernandez, from Lynn. Jack Blyth and Zach Rohrbough finished the meet in third and fourth place respectively with times of 28:21 and 28:23. In the field of 13 runners, freshmen Mitchell Gray and Hunter Wallace finished their first collegiate race in sixth and seventh positions while Tyler Ketcham and Bobby Babcock rounded out the Sailfish placements by taking ninth and eleventh place. T h e Sailfish will next compete on Fe b r u a r y 1 3 t h w h e n t h e y t r ave l to Lakeland for an event hosted by F l o r i d a S o u t h e r n C o l l e g e.

Women’s Cross Country Runs Away From Lynn In Opener The Palm Beach Atlantic Women’s Cross County team followed up the men’s victory this morning with one of their own, defeating Lynn in the 6k Palm Beach Atlantic Meet. The first meet of the 2021 season for the team was also the first Cross C o u n tr y event hosted by PBA at the Rinker Athletic Campus. P B A f r e s h man Emma Baron pulled away late from a tight pack to help lead the ‘Fish to a team win in the 6k run against the Fighting Knights, while also collecting the individual victory in her first-ever collegiate race with a time of 23:58. The Sailfish were able February 5 - February 11, 2021

to take every podium position with Allison Seng finishing in second place with a time of 24:00 and Emily Powers finishing less than a second behind to claim third place. In a field of 14 runners, Abigail Bateman rounded out the top-5 with a time of 24:52 and C h r i s tin Sustar finished one spot behind at 25:24. H a n na Brook Gibbons ear ned a top-10 finish, coming in ninth while Kathleen Boshka finished the meet for the Sailfish in eleventh place. PBA will be back in action in Lakeland on Febr uar y 13 for an event hosted by Florida Southern College.

In what was a year in the making, the PBSC Volleyball team took the court for the first time in 2021, defeating the opposing State College of Florida Manatees three sets to two. After falling behind two sets to start the contest, the Panthers rallied, winning the next three sets to win the match. Madison Barton led the charge on offense, scoring 26 points with 25 kills and one service ace. Lucy Kraljevic, in her first collegiate action, scored 16 points, which was second on the team. Freshman Laura Fiabane added 45 assists to lead the club and added 11 DIGS as well. Darlenis Medina, a transfer from national powerhouse Miami Dade College, led the club defensively with 25 DIGS. In a re-arranging of the schedule, the Panthers took on host Florida Southwestern twice, losing both matches zero to three. In the deciding set, the Panthers and Bucs traded points up to a whopping 25-

27 score, which ended the match. Madison Barton led the team with 13 points. Jazmine Sustaita and Darlenis Medina had 13 and 12 DIGS, respectively. In match two, the two clubs once again went into a deciding set tied at 1515, ultimately falling 2225. Madison Barton led the team with 13.5 points. Laura Fiabane finished with 13 assists. Last but not least, the Panthers played Dayona State College in game three in the four game tournament at Florida Southwestern. In what was a highly contested match, each set saw both teams score into the 20’s, including a first set that saw the Panthers barely fall by a score of 23-35. Lucy Kraljevic led the team with 12 points, while Kaitlyn Auger and Laura Fiabane each finished with double digit assist totals. The team travels to Bradenton, FL at 3:00 pm on Tuesday for a rematch against the mighty Manatees.

Lynn Athletics launches “The Process” video series Feb. 4 Lynn University Director of Athletics Devin Crosby today announced a new video series titled “The Process: Personal Accounts of Overcoming.” The first episode debuts Thursday, Feb. 4 at 1 p.m. on the Lynn Fighting Knights YouTube channel. Crosby will inter view stud e n t - a t h l e t e s, coaches, administrators, alumni and friends of Lynn and share their stores of resilience. Kicking off the series, Ruth Zijlstra, a senior volleyball player at Lynn, will recount her experience serving as a volunteer in a Greek refugee camp last fall. “This series will positively impact viewers through the stories of others while demonstrat-

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ing Lynn’s excellence in college athletics,” Crosby said. “I hope that every person watching—and sharing their personal story—is inspired and encouraged to find their purpose and remain resilient when they are faced with the unexpected.” Lynn Athletics developed the video podcast after successfully hosting the Leadership L u n ch S e r i e s during the fall semester. The interactive lessons for studentathletes garnered national attention and focused on humanity, personal branding, career development, gratitude cultivation and mental wellness training—qualities that encompass Lynn’s values of spirit, service and strength.

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The Florida Atlantic University men’s soccer team (1-0-0) began the season off on the right foot, defeating North Florida (0-1-0) in shutout fashion, 1-0. Alonso Coello Camarero lifted the Owls on top with the game’s lone goal, while newcomer Neil Strauber was credited with the clean sheet. FAU was tenacious on defense the whole night, not allowing UNF to get off a single shot off in the ﬁrst half. The Owls found the golden opportunity at the 31st minute after UNF drew a foul. Coello Camarero took the free kick to ﬁnd the back of the net. That goal was all the Owls needed to capture the home opening victory. “The guys wanted to play,” said head coach

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The Palm Beach State College Panthers improves to 2-2 on the season with a decisive victory over St. Thomas University. The Panthers swatted an astounding 17 hits in a 12-2 rout over the the visiting Bobcats, including 13 singles. Tristan Moore singled in a run to open the scoring on the day in the bottom of the 1st, scoring Sal Grinstead. Moore singled home shortstop Dakota Gaillard in the 3rd to score the team’s second run. The Bobcats drove in a run in the top of the 4th but the Panthers quickly an-

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swered with two of their own. That was all the offense Palm Beach would need. Christian Carratala tripled in two runs in the 8th inning, ending the game due to the 10-run rule. Zach Dodson received the start for the Panthers pitching seven innings and allowing one run on four hits. He struck out ﬁve and walked none. Dakota Gaillard led the club with three hits, driving in two. Tristan Moore and Christian Carratala paced the club offensively with three RBI.

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