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PBC Nonprofit Expanding to Provide Over 500,000 Meals

Boynton Beach to Host Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration

FAU Scientist Aims to Ensure “MicrobeFree” Mars Samples

Place of Hope Launches New Year With 10th Annual Sporting Clay Fun Shoot

The City of Boca Raton Celebrates 42 Years as a Tree City USA

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PBSC selected as site for debates in key political races The Palm Beach State College Lake Worth campus will be the site in October for live televised debates for the Florida governor and U.S. Senate general election races, which are already drawing national attention.

Gov. Ron DeSantis and U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, both national political figures, are expected to easily win renomination from voters as they seek reelection to their respective positions against Democrat challengers in the 2022 primary election process. The challengers are still to be determined.

The debates are being organized by a diverse coalition of nonprofit, nonpartisan organizations. While specific dates are not yet set, “Before You Vote,” the longest televised debate project in Florida’s modern history, announced Dec. 22, 2021 that the debates will be broadcast live from 7 to 8 p.m. on a Tuesday and Thursday night in the same week in mid-October.

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• According to the Palm Beach County Food Bank, “more than 226,280 residents in Palm Beach County struggle with hunger, a 35% increase since 2018”. In January of 2021, Marine Education Initiative (MEI) launched its Aquaponics Food Security & Education Program because of the food supply chain issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the growing need for environmental education.

The organization’s current aquaponic farm located in East Boca Raton provided over 30,000 meals in 2021 to local soup kitchens, the bulk of which has gone to Boca Helping Hands. MEI’s sustainable farm uses 95% less water than traditional agriculture and grows 6 times more per square foot than traditional agriculture. In 2021 alone, MEI saved over 100,000 gallons of water just by using sustainable agriculture methods.

• On Saturday, Dec. 11, JAFCO hosted the 2021 Jacob’s Ladder Award Gala, Better Together, at The Polo Club of Boca Raton, raising funds for abused and neglected children and those with developmental disabilities in South Florida.

• The City will host a Celebration in honor of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 17 from 12 pm - 4 pm at Sara Sims Park (209 NW 9th Avenue). This outdoor, free, family-friendly event will feature music, history, education, food trucks, children’s activities, a Non-Profit showcase and more.

• The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum (SBRHM) has several upcoming special events and an exciting exhibition in in its newly remodeled space in historic Town Hall at 71 N. Federal Highway (33432). For more information, please call 561.395.6766 or visit www.BocaHistory.org.

• BJ “Buddie” Penn, former assistant secretary and acting secretary of the U.S. Navy and a well-known Washington D.C. area civic leader, will be the keynote speaker at Palm Beach State College’s 23rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, where the College will also honor five individuals and an organization.

• The Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover is collecting samples in search of signs of ancient microbial life, which would advance NASA’s quest to explore the past habitability of Mars. The samples are set to return to Earth no earlier than 2031, as part of the Mars Sample Return campaign being planned by NASA and the European Space Agency.

Before the rover went to space, NASA and its engineers worked hard to prevent Earth’s microbes from contaminating Mars. Now, before the samples collected by the rover return to Earth, Florida Atlantic University is helping NASA design protocols for sterilizing Mars material and protecting our biosphere.

• The Palm Beach State College Lake Worth campus will be the site in October for live televised debates for the Florida governor and U.S. Senate general election races, which are already drawing national attention • The City of Boca Raton has been recognized as a Tree City USA for the 42nd consecutive year by the National Arbor Day Foundation, which promotes the benefit trees bring to urban environments. Mayor Scott Singer, Sustainability Manager Lindsey Roland Nieratka, Senior Environmental Officer Greg Polidora, and Recreation Services Director Michael Kalvort accepted the award on behalf of the City.

• A noted author-journalist will be the keynote speaker at the annual Sandler Family Major Gifts Conversation & Culture Series on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Due to the increase in coronavirus cases, due to the Omicron variant, the event was changed to a virtual format.

• Place of Hope, ranked top in the nation and state of Florida for youth development, shelter and crisis services, will kick-off the new year by gathering over 350 shooters at its 10th Annual Sporting Clays Fun Shoot on Friday, January 14th, at the renowned Quail Creek Sporting Ranch. Special thanks to the 20-Year Celebration Sponsor, Family Business Fund, as well as the National Presenting Sponsor, Michigan Giving Club.

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COMMUNITY JAFCO Hosts Better Together Gala, Raising $1 Million

The Gala also welcomed nine new On Saturday, Dec. 11, JAFCO hosted the 2021 Jacob’s Ladder Award Gala, Bet- families who joined or recommitted to ter Together, at The Polo Club of Boca Ra- the JAFCO Godparent Circle, joined the ton, raising funds for abused and neglected Circle of Hope or Silver Heart Society. children and those with developmental dis- The Godparent Circle is a group of donors who pledge to spiritually adopt all abilities in South Florida.

This year’s event featured a cocktail re- the children JAFCO serves in its group ception, fine dining, silent auction and a home, emergency shelter, and family heartwarming presentation about JAFCO’s preservation programs. The Circle of life-saving work. Attendees were treated to Hope supports families raising children entertainment from Emmy award winner with developmental disabilities.

Events like the Gala help the organiand stand-up comic Judy Gold, who has had specials on HBO and Comedy Central. zation serve its mission to provide safety, “It was so special getting together to love and security to abused and neglected children as well celebrate life and as those with develour life-saving misopmental disabilities sion,” said Janet through its many Epstein, JAFCO “It was so special programs including Philanthropy Direcfamily preservation, tor. “There are no getting together to foster care, adopwords to adequatecelebrate life and our tion, mentoring, ly thank our incredgroup homes and a ible JAFCO family life-saving mission,” 24-hour emergency for their dedication shelter. to our children and said Janet Epstein, All proceeds families. We have reJAFCO Philanthropy benefit JAFCO, a alized more than evnonprofit organier before that we are Director. zation licensed by truly better togeththe state of Florier.” da’s Department of The Gala was Children and Family highlighted by the presentation of the prestigious Jacob’s Services to serve abused, neglected, homeLadder Award for Child Advocacy to two less, at-risk and developmentally disabled couples who have been dedicated to pro- children in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm tecting abused and neglected children in Beach counties.

For more information about the 2021 our community: Beth & Jack Greenman and Mishelle & Keith Singer. The Lifetime Jacob’s Ladder Award Gala, contact JAFAchievement Award was presented to Mara CO Philanthropy Director Janet Epstein at 954-315-8696 or email janet@jafco.org. & Dr. Mel Gober.

PBC Nonprofit Expanding to Provide Over 500,000 Meals According to the Palm Beach County Food Bank, “more than 226,280 residents in Palm Beach County struggle with hunger, a 35% increase since 2018”. In January of 2021, Marine Education Initiative (MEI) launched its Aquaponics Food Security & Education Program because of the food supply chain issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the growing need for environmental education. The organization’s current aquaponic farm located in East Boca Raton provided over 30,000 meals in 2021 to local soup kitchens, the bulk of which has gone to Boca Helping Hands. MEI’s sustainable farm uses 95% less water than traditional agriculture and grows 6 times more per square foot than traditional agriculture. In 2021 alone, MEI saved over 100,000 gallons of water just by using sustainable agriculture methods.

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500,000 meals every year to soup kitchens throughout Palm Beach County. Their Aquaponics Initiative not only provides nutritious meals but does not produce any agricultural runoff. Thus, they are able to feed the local community without the environmental costs associated with agriculture such as fertilizer pollution causing algal blooms and the destruction of marine habitats. Their greens and fish will be harvested and packaged in a controlled environment to create clean produce yearround and delivered locally to ensure premium freshness with a minimal carbon footprint. The organization recently purchased the needed two acre parcel of land for the future greenhouse and is currently calling on the community to join them in raising funds for necessary equipment and processing in 2022. You can learn more about volunteering and supporting on the organization’s website: https://www.marineinitiative.org/aquaponics-program

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Boynton Beach to Host Dr. Martin The Schmidt Boca Raton History Luther King, Jr. Celebration Museum Touts Upcoming Family Day & Current Exhibition

The City will host a Celebration in honor of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 17 from 12 pm - 4 pm at Sara Sims Park (209 NW 9th Avenue).

This outdoor, free, family-friendly event will feature music, history, education, food trucks, children’s activities, a Non-Profit showcase and more.

Perfor mances, which will take place on the newly renovated Sara Sims Amphitheater stage, include gospel choirs and dancers from Calvary Chapel Boynton Beach, Author Dr. Martha Norfus Meeks-Light; Map Dance Theatre, Boynton Beach Community High School band and cheerleaders, the J Sharp Band and more.

Children of all ages are invited to participate in activities including Livin’ the Rhythm Drum Circle, Giant Lego play area; free play on the basketball courts, hulahoops; corn hole and Jenga. To top it off – the Boynton Beach Police Department Hummer, complete with video games for children to play, and the Boynton Beach Fire Rescue truck, will be on site, giving away firefighter hats for children.

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Food trucks will also be on site, offering up an array of fare available for purchase. Selections include Gladys and Sons (Chicken Wings, Fish Sandwich, Pork Chop Sandwich, Fries), Ty’s Tasty Palate (Cracked Conch, Shrimp, Grouper Fingers, Chicken Wings, Hamburger, Catfish Nuggets, Lobster Bites, Chicken Sandwich, Tilapia Sandwich, Catfish Sandwich, Grouper Sandwich, Onion Rings, Hush Puppies, Fries, Conch Fritters), Troy’s BBQ (Barbeque Sandwiches, Brisket, Pulled Pork, Fries, Mac and Cheese, Cornb r e a d , C o l e s l aw, Baked Beans, Collard Greens.), Tikiz (Shaved Ice), and Juju’s Feel Good Food (Ice Cream, Hot Dogs, Pretzels, Burgers).

A growing list of more than 20 civic and non-profit organizations will showcase their community services in fun and interactive ways. For instance, children will be able to hit golf balls with The Links, the Office of Sustainability will be providing 300 free native slash pine tree seedlings, and residents may obtain a library card onsite from the Boynton Beach City Library.

The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum (SBRHM) has several upcoming special events and an exciting exhibition in in its newly remodeled space in historic Town Hall at 71 N. Federal Highway (33432). For more information, please call 561.395.6766 or visit www.BocaHistory.org.

First Responders Family Day Saturday, January 15, 10 am to 2 pm To celebrate its current exhibit First Responders, the museum will host a number of special al fresco activities in the parking lot so that visitors can check out the Boca Raton Motor Unit and the Boca Raton Fire Rescue’s fire truck, plus a meet-and-greet with the Fire Inspector. While these events are outside, museum entry that day will be free, although masks are required inside the building.

The museum’s exhibit commemorates Boca Raton’s first responders. From the early days of moonshine to the 21st Century anthrax attacks, First Responders walks visitors through the history of the local Fire Department, Police Department, EMS, and Dispatchers, revealing how each department has grown and shrunk in relation to the surrounding community. The exhibit celebrates a century of local heroes from Town Marshall Charlie Raulerson in 1926; to Betty Taylor, the first woman to work for the

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Boca Raton Police Department and its first dispatcher back in the 1950s; to those brave officers who confronted the vicious anthrax attack in 2001. This exhibit is sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture.

Town Hall Talk Wednesday, February 2, at 6 pm The Wonderful Innovation of Artificial Intelligence in Health Presented by Chairman & CEO Pete Martinez SIVOTEC Family of Companies Professionally focused on the incredible innovation at the intersection of health and hightech, Martinez is a former IBM Vice-President and Senior Executive for Florida. A 46-year resident of Boca Raton, he has been at the forefront of innovation from the original IBM PC to Robotics, the Internet, Global Business Consulting, and Project Checkmate. He will be sharing information on the application of Artificial Intelligence to the areas of Genomics and Brain Health and beyond.

The cost to attend is FREE for BRHS members; and $10 for nonmembers. To RSVP, please email office@bocahistory.org or call 561.395.6766, ext. 100.

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PBSC to host 23rd Annual MLK, Jr. Celebration Jan. 13 BJ “Buddie” Penn, former assistant secretary and acting secretary of the U.S. Navy and a well-known Washington D.C. area civic leader, will be the keynote speaker at Palm Beach State College’s 23rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, where the College will also honor five individuals and an organization.

The event will be held at 11 a.m. at the Duncan Theatre and livestreamed for the public. Themed “Resilience and Empowerment: Moving Forward Together,’’ the celebration is free, but attendees are asked to RSVP at www.palmbeachstate.edu/mlk. The link to the livestream will be accessible on the website.

Penn was appointed acting secretary of the Navy in March 2009 after serving for four years as assistant secretary of the Navy (Installations and Environment). Penn’s service to the Navy spans more than four decades.

Upon receiving his bachelor’s degree from Purdue University, Penn entered the Aviation Officer Candidate Program, was commissioned an Ensign in the USNR in 1961 and designated a naval aviator in 1962. Throughout his career, he amassed over 6,800 flight hours and was the EA-6B Pilot of the Year in 1972.

As part of the celebration, PBSC will recognize the 2022 Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership Award recipients in six categories, including a new one for lifetime achievement.

The honorees were chosen for their work that embodies King’s spirit and helps to improve the lives of others in the community.

They are: Julie Kime (Alumni), a PBSC graduate and former businesswoman, whose community spirit and experiences have been inspiring the Palm Beach County community for over 30 years. She established the Julie Kime Hispanic Women Scholarship at PBSC, was nominated to the prestigious Jeremiah Milbank Society, an elite group dedicated to serving the local Boys and Girls Clubs, and she

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is a founder of the Palms West Chamber of Commerce (now Central Chamber).

Dawn Rosado (Student), a PBSC Associate in Arts degree student, who has been serving for five years with the United Way of Palm Beach County’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program.

Jang-Young Bang, Ph.D. (Faculty/Staff), a PBSC physics professor, who has turned his passion for his field into opportunities to do outreach on campus and in the community to provide support for students interested in STEM. Patricia Brown (Individual), a community servant who worked at the Palm Beach County Sheriff ’s Office in various capacities for over 31 years before retiring last year as a lieutenant and executive officer of the West Detention Center. She has been a mentor for Take Stock in Children since 2012 and works with other organizations that focus on youth support.

Don Browne (Lifetime Achievement), former president of Telemundo Communications Group, Inc. and former president and general manager of WTVJ, NBCUniversal’s owned-and-operated station in Miami, who maintains a national reputation for his recruitment and development of women and minorities. He is co-founder and board member of Women of Tomorrow Mentor and Scholarship Program for at risk high school girls, and among his numerous recognitions, he was a recipient of the 2006 Florida Governor’s Points of Light Award for exemplary service to his community and the 2004 prestigious Ida B. Wells Award for his commitment to promoting diversity in the workplace.

Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County (Organization), a nonprofit group that since 1989 has been helping local individuals receive the help they need to improve their literacy skills.

For more information on the celebration, speaker and honorees, visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/mlk.

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6 - Edition 546 The Boca Raton Tribune EDITORIALS & LETTERS East/West Boca Raton, FL

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Counting their Blessings She lost her mother, sister, and brother when their house collapsed from the massive 7.0 magnitude earthquake that rocked Haiti on Jan. 12, 2010.

Jude Saincyr and her cousin, the only survivors in their home, were stuck under a bed, which shielded them from the rubble.

“The bricks fell on the bed and one side of the bed broke,” Saincyr, a graduating senior at Atlantic High School, recalled this week. “We were under the other side until they found us about four hours later.”

As we enter the season of giving, Saincyr has so much for which to be grateful: a new lease on life and the opportunity to get a college education, thanks to a local nonprofit organization. After the disaster, her father sent her to Tallahassee, but the teenager did not attend school for a year. It was not until she came to live with her grandparents in Delray Beach and enrolled in high school that a teacher introduced her to Bound for College, an organization that helps at-risk students in south Palm Beach County enter and complete college.

That opportunity was priceless, she said, adding that the organization, for-

merly known as Delray Students First, prepared her through practice to get better scores on the SAT and ACT tests.

“They made me a better test taker through lots of practice every week,” said Saincyr, who plans to pursue her nursing degree at Florida Atlantic University in the Fall. “We don’t get our motivations unless there is someone there to motivate you. We don’t know what we want unless someone tells us about it.”

Like Saincyr, a handful of students who were enrolled in Bound for College, shared their stories to a roomful of people at Delray Marketplace. They are grateful for the life skills, career planning, mental health counseling, college tours and educational field trips that the program provides.

“Our motivation doesn’t come from home but from teachers. Teachers were a big impact in my life. They motivated me to do so much,” said Hadelle Estimphile, an Atlantic High alum and now a sophomore at FAU. College was not in her reach for various reasons, she said, until she was introduced to Bound for College.

“I didn’t know how I was going to pay for college, but they helped me with my essays and helped me improve my

SAT and ACT scores, so I could get 75 percent Bright Future Scholarship. Now, I don’t have to worry about money.”

Through the affiliation, the students were awarded the prestigious Eda and Cliff Viner Community Scholarship, a four-year award to a state university or college for academically deserving students in Boca Raton and Delray Beach who have financial needs and are community service driven.

Despite last year’s challenges, many of us are still thankful, and although we have the chance for a more normal Thanksgiving this year, many, such as Anna Marie Valdez, will still connect virtually.

The mother of three, who lost a sister, a neighbor and a brother-in-law to COVID-19, has not mustered the courage to venture out.

“I am still not comfortable getting around crowds and I can’t say if and when I will be,” she said.

Upon returning to school, Aiden hit the jackpot when his elementary school teacher handpicked him to be in Star Makers, a STEM-centered afterschool program on campus.

“We have a lot of fun,” said Aiden, who is thankful for being back in school after being cooped up in his home. “We

learn about airplanes, and we learn how to take pictures and how to wash clothes and cook.”

Samuel is grateful for loving parents.

“I’m most thankful for my family and that they love me, and they take care of me every time I need care, or when I need help with homework,” the fourth grader at Orchard View Elementary said. “Some other kids might get money, but I get love.

Some kids may get gifts, but I get hugs.”

Like many of you, I am grateful for so many things: the essential workers doctors, nurses and other medical workers who have braved the virus to attend to patients in nursing homes, hospitals and clinics, and saved many lives - law enforcement and fire personnel, postal employees, delivery workers and those who work at supermarkets, pet stores and pharmacies, farms and processing plants, factories and distribution centers.

Let’s not forget the teachers, custodians, and sanitation workers.

Finally, I’m thankful for this opportunity to opine on the important issues of the day – exhorting, explaining, deploring and applauding. I am also grateful for you, our readers who have continued to support this newspaper, since our inception.

POSITIVE LIVING By: Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr

Shaping the Future Today!

God wants us to recognize the importance of tomorrow by giving us today, each day! He desires that we plan our future because we have to live there. And the way one plans for the future is tied up to how one manages the present. C.S. Lewis rightfully observed that “the present is the only time in which any duty can be done or any grace received.”Wise men of the past warned that one should not worry about tomorrow. They were equally emphatic in their challenges regarding January 14 - January 20, 2022

making plans, following guidelines, understanding the times, so as to face intelligently and courageously each new surprise that comes, good or bad, as we embark into the future which is being shaped. As a modern poet expresses it, “we build a new tomorrow on plans we make today!” Each new day reaches its end, but it also merges into a new tomorrow with all the opportunities it brings.In the words of Loren B. Mead, “God always calls us to be more than we have been!” We cannot stop

the clock, much less can we return to the good ol’ days. The movement which God desires for each of His children is always in a forward direction, with the future clearly in mind!David Livingstone, in the 19th century, recorded in his journals something I have adopted as a personal motto: “I am prepared to go anywhere, as long as it is forward.”A commitment to the future is important because it is there and then that one’s goals are realized, one’s projects reach completion, even if inadequately, be-

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cause of being tinged by human frailties.Moving towards the future is inescapable, regardless of how difficult the journey. Hopefully you’ve learned how to hold on to what shall last and discard all that is provisional. This is a posture of genuine wisdom which, by its very nature, requires taking risks.On earth we are confronted with too many temporal realities. We need to hold on to what lasts and gradually leads into the future, there to remain with us beyond time.

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New Overlay Area Code to be Implemented in Palm Beach County in Coming Months Palm Beach County Mayor Robert Weinroth announced the Florida Public Service Commission has assigned a second area code to Palm Beach County. The new area code, 728, will serve the same geographic boundaries as the 561 area code.

Approved in December 2021 by the PSC, the new area code overlay will extend the supply of telephone numbers in that area.

Existing customers will keep their current telephone numbers, but new customers, or requests for additional lines, will be assigned the new area code.

As reported earlier, everyone will now dial the area code plus the seven-digit phone number to make local calls (10-digit dialing).

“Florida is fortunate to have great weather, a healthy economy, and a growing population-especially in beautiful Palm Beach County” said PSC ChairmanAndrew Giles Fay. “As a result of Florida’s growth and the depletion of 561 phone numbers, the Commission has approved an additional area code to satisfy the growing consumer demand.

“To prepare for 10-digit dialing, the PSC encourages residents to ensure that all relevant equipment recognize the new 728

area code as a valid area code and to begin programming 10-digit telephone numbers.

Examples of such equipment are life safety systems and medical monitoring devices, stored telephone numbers in mobile and cordless phones, PBXs, fax machines, Internet dial-up numbers, safety alarm and security systems and gates, speed dialers, call forwarding settings, voicemail services, and similar functions.

Phone numbers in Florida and throughout the United States are governed by the North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA). In April 2021, NANPA forecasted a need for 561 area code relief. An industry meeting was held in October 2021, and NANPA then filed a petition with the PSC favoring the “all-services distributed overlay plan.” A virtual workshop was held in November 2021 by the PSC staff to hear from affected customers.

For more information about the area code changes, the Commission has released a Consumer Assistance Summary that details these changes. Residents can also contact their local telephone carrier or call the PC’s customer assistance line at 800.342.3552. For additional information, visit floridapsc.com.

Taking Time To Make A Timely Change One day, while giving visitors a tour of his manufacturing plant, Kevin, the plant CFO, shared with us his views on timeclocks, which many companies use to track the time workers spend on the job, sometimes to the exact minute. He explained at his plant, timeclocks are no longer used, observing that in his opinion, “timeclocks can make for lazy managers.”

Instead of having workers “clock in” when they start the day and “clock out” when they leave, Kevin’s company chose to change the procedure to emphasize that people matter more than the process. Their managers strive to be aware of their people’s timeliness, schedules and challenges well enough that timeclocks are not necessary.

They were willing to change their established routine for the sake of a bigger purpose, that being to demonstrate genuine care for every member of their team. As Proverbs 27:23 tells us, “Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds.” Just as good shepherds keep a watchful eye on their flocks and are ever-vigilant to make certain their needs are met, wise leaders and managers also make every effort to address the unique circumstances their employees are facing.

You might think, “But that’s not the way it is done in business. Timeclocks are a standard, traditional way of keeping record of the workers’ hours, and also for ensuring they arrive and depart on time.” That may be true. But I would respond, sometimes courageous leaders must be willing to dismantle routines and patterns for a greater cause. Here are some other principles from the Bible: Why not follow the usual practices of

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business? Sometimes leaders that put God and their people first must be willing to choose a different course, one that best serves the needs of their team members.

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is”(Romans 12:2).

The best leaders are also servants. Servant leadership is not just some lofty ideal, but a practical, effective way for leading others. We find no better example than Jesus Christ, who said, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45).

Demonstrating genuine care and concern. Periodically re-examining usual practices and being willing to change or adjust them to put the interests of people first shows your people that you value them. “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interest, but also to the interests of others” (Philippians 2:3-4).

Having wisdom to recognize and respond to change. It could be said that the “eight last words” of failing organizations are, “But we have always done it that way!”

Discerning leaders perceive a changing environment and adapt accordingly. Such adaptability is mentioned in the Old Testament, concerning a group known as “the men of Issachar,” one of the Israelite clans: “Of the sons of Issachar, men who understood the times, with knowledge of what Israel should do...” (1 Chronicles 12:32). When circumstances change, sometimes that calls

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FAU Scientist Aims to Ensure “Microbe-Free” Mars Samples The Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover is collecting samples in search of signs of ancient microbial life, which would advance NASA’s quest to explore the past habitability of Mars. The samples are set to return to Earth no earlier than 2031, as part of the Mars Sample Return campaign being planned by NASA and the European Space Agency. Before the rover went to space, NASA and its engineers worked hard to prevent Earth’s microbes from contaminating Mars. Now, before the samples collected by the rover return to Earth, Florida Atlantic University is helping NASA design protocols for sterilizing Mars material and protecting our biosphere.

Gregg Fields, Ph.D., executive director of FAU’s Institute for Human Health and Disease Intervention (I-HEALTH) and a professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science, is working in collaboration with a team of scientists to ensure a “microbe-free” return of Mars samples in a vessel with multiple layers of protection.

The sample container would be launched into Mars orbit, collected by a spacecraft that would package it inside a sealed container, sterilize the seal, and then package that container inside another sealed vessel.

Fields, a leading expert in chemistry and biochemistry, was invited to work on the heat sterilization step with researchers from the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory based out of California, Nelson Laboratories headquartered in Utah, and Johnson &

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Johnson based in New Jersey. The research group has been addressing not only heat-resistant bacteria, but individual proteins that, on Earth, can act as infectious agents (e.g.

Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy or Mad Cow Disease). These biomolecules were chosen for testing as representatives of the simplest, hardiest infectious agents known.

Fields is providing complimentary technologies for assessing degradation of the proteinbased targets from his laboratory on FAU’s John D. MacArthur Campus at Jupiter.

“Our plan is to ensure that when the samples return to Earth, potentially hazardous material from the Mars rover is either fully contained or sterilized,” said Fields. “In addition, it’s imperative for the samples obtained by the rover to be contained within an ultra-clean environment when it returns to Earth. That way, scientists will know that any potential discovery of ancient life did in fact originate on the red planet.”

The car-sized rover landed in the Jerezo Crater, a 28-mile-wide basin located on the planet’s northern hemisphere. Experts believe that around 3.5 billion years ago, a river flowed into a body of water about the size of Lake Tahoe, which straddles the border of California and Nevada. According to NASA, this is one of the best places to search for signs of microbial life, as the ancient river could have collected and preserved organic molecules.

While the rover explores, it will be collecting samples of rocky material – up to 30 of which may be returned. The M2020 rover is equipped with seven instruments, 25 cameras — the most ever in deep-space exploration — and even a helicopter the size of a tissue box to take aerial images. The rover uses a rotary-percussive drill and hollow coring bit to drill into rocks and collect samples just a little thicker than a pencil. This sampling system is located on the end of the rover’s 7-foot-long robotic arm. These state-ofthe-art tools are collecting information about Martian geology, environmental conditions, atmosphere and possible biosignatures that can be used as evidence for past or present life.

“Most proteins we think about are obviously very helpful in our bodies. However, there are very specific proteins that have been noted to behave in a pathological fashion that contribute to disease, for example, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases,” said Fields.

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The overarching plan would be to inactivate or encapsulate any potentially hazardous bioactive particles by heating and sealing the sample tubes inside multilayered vessel that will return to Earth. However, the ideal temperature and duration to get the job done is still being determined. To figure this out, the partner laboratories send Fields heat-treated samples of a common protein called bovine serum albumin as well as model prion protein.

The team is targeting near-total disassembly of the protein – more than enough to render it inactive. Fields’ laboratory uses a combination of analytical techniques, such as mass spectrometry and liquid chromatography, to look at how much of the protein sample has broken down. So far, he has tested the protein treated at 350- and 450-degrees Celsius (662- and 842-degrees Fahrenheit).

“We tested the bovine serum albumin at 350 degrees, which does a pretty good job of breaking down the protein, but it doesn’t break it up all the way,” said Fields. “Higher temperatures of 400 or 500 degrees are likely better to break the proteins down into the amino acid components, which are the building blocks of proteins.”

Because the samples will not return to Earth no earlier than 2031, Fields has time to continue experimenting in his laboratory.

“I don’t think that there are any dangerous microorganisms and proteins on Mars, but we still have to prepare and protect against it,” said Fields.

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5 Affordable Hobbies to Take Up Today (StatePoint) Have you ever been reluctant to try a new hobby because you were worried you would spend a lot of money on gear, supplies and other start-up costs only to lose interest?

Here are five great ways to explore hobbies more affordably: 1. Language exchange: Rather than purchase pricey software or attend in-person classes, consider finding a language exchange partner. Take turns conversing in each other’s native tongue and pick up important communication skills -- and maybe a friend -- along the way.

2. Built-in music lessons: Music lessons and instruments can be expensive. However, you don’t need a full-sized grand piano or multiple sessions with a private teacher to master the instrument. Today, digital keyboards can offer a high-quality piano sound at a price that’s within reach, along with features specifically designed for building the skills of novices. For example, Casio key-

boards are affordable and some models are outfitted with Casio’s Step-up Lesson System, which can help you learn built-in songs at your own pace. Additionally, the LCD display teaches both music notation and correct hand positioning, while an innovative scoring system allows you to track your progress. By connecting to the free Chordana Play iOS/Android app, you can learn to play your favorite songs from downloaded MIDI files, taking your music further.

3. Pick-up games: While organized

sports leagues are an opportunity to make friends and get some exercise, you may not have the time to commit to weekly games or the inclination to spend money on team equipment and uniforms. Whether you call up your best pals to play in the backyard, or try your luck at the local court or field, all the benefits of team sports (e.g. fresh air and camaraderie) can be experienced participating in a casual pick-up game.

4. Wellness: To participate in online yoga classes, all you need is a mat and com-

fy clothes. Online classes can deliver highquality instruction for free on a schedule that works for you. The important thing is to find a teacher whose cues you understand and who practices a style that aligns with your needs and goals. Safety tip: if you are unsure how a certain pose or flow is performed, watch the video first before attempting it on your own.

5. Return-on-investment crafting: Crafting can be expensive, particularly if you work with high-quality materials. The good news is that once you master a particular skill, be it knitting, sewing or mosaics, there are opportunities to sell your work at craft fairs and on sites like Etsy. And of course, crafts can make amazing gifts for friends and family.

While hobbies can enrich the mind, body and soul, they don’t need to cost a fortune. With a little creativity, you can learn new skills and try different activities without breaking the bank.

Is it Too Late to Reduce Your Mortgage Payment by Refinancing?

(StatePoint) Experts say that with mortgage rates beginning to rise, refinancing your home now might be your last best chance to lower your monthly mortgage payment, as rates remain near all-time lows.

Those who refinanced early in 2021 have already reaped the benefits. Borrowers who refinanced their 30-year fixed rate mortgage into another 30-year fixed rate mortgage during the first half of 2021 saved over $2,800 in mortgage payments on principal and interest annually, according to a recent Freddie Mac research report.

But mortgage rates are rising. Indeed, in October 2021, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, which is the most common type of mortgage, rose to its highest point since April, surpassing 3.0%. Freddie Mac forecasts that mortgage rates will continue to rise, averaging 3.5% for the 30-year fixed in 2022. That’s up from an average of 3.0% in 2021.

So is it time to refinance your home loan? To help you make an informed decision, Freddie Mac is offering answers to commonly asked questions about the refinancing process: • What does refinancing mean? When you refinance your mortgage, you’re applying for a new mortgage to replace your current one, which will result in a new rate, term and monthly payment. The most common type of refinance is a no cash-out refinance, in which you’re refinancing the remaining balance on your mortgage.

• When should I consider refinancPlus

ing? Generally speaking, refinances make the most financial sense when average interest rates are at least half a percentage point lower than the interest rate on your current mortgage. Another reason to consider refinancing is if your financial situation has improved, allowing you to secure a loan with a shorter term and own your

home sooner. Finally, if you currently have an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) and it’s adjusting upward, you may wish to convert to a fixed-rate mortgage that provides you with the security of consistent payments.

• Is refinancing free? Although refinancing your mortgage could save you money both in the long- and short-term,

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it isn’t free. For the most part, refinancing costs are similar to what you paid when you purchased your home, including a loan origination fee. There are required services involved, such as appraisals, and state and local fees that can vary significantly based on where you live. The average cost to refinance is almost $5,000, so you should carefully consider how long you plan to stay in your home to ensure the savings to outweigh the costs.

• Who should handle my refinance?

You don’t have to use your current lender to refinance your loan. In fact, it’s in your best interest to shop around and compare multiple lenders’ loan estimates in search of the best terms and cost. It may take more time, but even a difference as small as onequarter of a percentage point can save you thousands of dollars over the life of your home loan. The good news? Rates are often negotiable. In other words, you can ask lenders to match the rate quoted by another lender.

There may be no time like the present to lock in the lowest possible rate and receive the highest monthly savings. To get a sense of what refinancing could save you, access Freddie Mac’s refinance calculator, along with additional homebuying and refinancing resources, at myhome.freddiemac. com.

As with any big financial endeavor, you’ll want to do your homework, look carefully at your short- and long-term goals, and work closely with your lender to do a cost-benefit analysis.

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PBSC selected as site for debates in key political races The Palm Beach State College Lake Worth campus will be the site in October for live televised debates for the Florida governor and U.S. Senate general election races, which are already drawing national attention.

Gov. Ron DeSantis and U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, both national political figures, are expected to easily win renomination from voters as they seek reelection to their respective positions against Democrat challengers in the 2022 primary election process. The challengers are still to be determined.

The debates are being organized by a diverse coalition of nonprofit, nonpartisan organizations. While specific dates are not yet set, “Before You Vote,” the longest televised debate project in Florida’s modern history, announced Dec. 22, 2021 that the debates will be broadcast live from 7 to 8 p.m. on a Tuesday and Thursday night in the same week in mid-October, except for Pensacola and Panama City in the Florida Panhandle. In those communities, they will broadcast one hour later — from 7 to 8 p.m. central. Members of a consortium of 10 ABC, CBS and NBC network affiliate television stations – one in each Florida market – already are committed as broadcast partners. WPBF 25 News Channel, the local Hearst ABC affiliate, will be the producing station.

The anchoring partners on the project include The James Madison Institute, AARP, the LeRoy Collins Institute and the Florida Press Association. Underwriting sponsors already committed to the project include the Florida League of Cities and AARP. ‘We are honored and excited to be the host site for these important debates in the

most respected televised political debate series in Florida’s modern history,’’ said Ava L. Parker, J.D., Palm Beach State College president. “In addition to this being a major edu-

cation tool for our campuses and community, the larger statewide community of voters will also greatly benefit. “ Alongi Media will produce both debates.

The global media company was founded by former longtime NBC News Executive Producer Phil Alongi Sr. and is jointly operated by Phil Alongi II, executive producer and alumnus of PBS and NBC News. The highly decorated father and son duo run a team of producers who have won more than 100 Emmy Awards for debates and broadcast specials.

Alongi Media produced the highly successful and highly acclaimed 2016 “Before You Vote” debate in which Rubio faced former Congressman Patrick Murphy, and similarly successful 2018 debate in which then-Congressman DeSantis faced former Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillium. As in those debates WPBF anchorman Todd McDermott, will

moderate the programs with a select panel of journalists, to be determined.

The debates are expected to be simulcast on statewide public radio, on participating TV stations’ websites, and on daily newspaper websites – with a national rebroadcast expected on C-SPAN after each of the live debate programs has aired.

Partners in the project have been diligently working to prepare the debate project for going forward in a vitally important election year.

Dr. J. Robert McClure, president and CEO of The James Madison Institute, said the debates are an important opportunity for citizens seeking information about state leaders.

“Meaningfully, this ‘Before You Vote’ series will help voters learn more about the candidates and where they stand on the issues that matter most to millions of Floridians,” he said. “The cumulative audience for these vital forums is understandably expected to be tremendous.”

Jeff Johnson, Florida state director for AARP, echoed the critical value of the debates to compare and contrast the candidates.

“As the nation’s third largest state, with the highest per capita population of older Americans, Florida looks forward to learning the candidates’ positions on key issues of concern,” he said. “Every demographic segment of our nearly 22 million people will benefit from these high-profile conversations.”

Dr. Lonna Atkeson, director of the LeRoy Collins Institute, also spoke to the need for debates at a key crossroad in the life of the state and nation.

“In a sharply divided political time of our

history, spirited but civil debates are vitally key to getting the facts and truth about our leaders and their policy positions,” she said. “The heart and soul of our democracy and the Republic itself rely on leaders helping to solve our shared problems.”

Jim Fogler, president and CEO of the Florida Press Association, talked about the importance of straight news reporting on the 2022 election cycle as something voters genuinely need and deeply value.

“We expect massive media coverage of these 2022 races and debates for governor and U.S. Senate – and that helps an informed electorate to make their best and most thoughtful decisions,” he said. “We’re proud to be a part of this diverse nonpartisan team committed to producing the highest quality debates.”

Caroline Taplett, president and general manager of WPBF, talked about the credibility of the debate series over the past 20 years.

“This ‘Before You Vote’ televised debate series has served the state and its citizens so well in the past several election cycles – and the 2022 edition is committed to the same level of fair and excellent dialogues,” she said. “Our incumbents, Gov. DeSantis and U.S. Sen. Rubio, know this series well from having participated in it during their last elections, and we respectfully expect them and their Democrat opponents to accept the invitations to debate.”

More details about the “Decision 2022: Before You Vote” debate project are expected to be revealed early this year, including the criterion for major candidates’ participation in the debates.

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The City of Boca Raton Celebrates 42 Years as a Tree City USA The City of Boca Raton has been recognized as a Tree City USA for the 42nd consecutive year by the National Arbor Day Foundation, which promotes the benefit trees bring to urban environments. Mayor Scott Singer, Sustainability Manager Lindsey Roland Nieratka, Senior Environmental Officer Greg Polidora, and Recreation Services Director Michael Kalvort accepted the award on behalf of the City.

Started in 1976, the Tree City USA prog ram provides communities with a four-step framework to maintain and grow their tree cover and has since recognized more than 3,600 communities from across the county.

As part of the recognition, the City also received Tree City USA’s Growth Award, which is presented to those communities that demonstrate higher levels of tree care and community engagement during the calendar year. A 2021 Tree Canopy Assessment and the City’s popular tree giveaway program for residents, helped earn the additional distinction.

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The City’s strong commitment to its tree canopy began in 1965, when it was the first city in the U.S. to adopt a tree protection ordinance – 11 years prior to the creation of the Tree City USA program. The Assessment found the City’s tree canopy at a healthy 26.5% with potential to increase to 28% over the next 20 years.

“Boca Raton celebrates trees every day,” says Dawn Sinka, the City’s Horticulturalist/Arborist. “On our 42nd year as a Tree City, look around at our trees, touch them, or sit in the shade.

Better yet, join in the movement to plant trees either yourself or to donate to an organization that will plant a tree or two in an area recently impacted by wildfires or floods. Not every city can be Boca Raton, but everyone benefits from trees.”

Qualification for the Tree City USA designation requires Boca Raton to have a current tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a community forestry program with a minimum annual budget, and an annual Arbor Day observance and proclamation.

New York Times Best-Selling Author to Virtually Headline Annual Sandler Family Major Gifts Conversation & Culture Series, February 1 A noted author-journalist will be the keynote speaker at the annual Sandler Family Major Gifts Conversation & Culture Series on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Due to the increase in coronavirus cases, due to the Omicron variant, the event was changed to a virtual format.

To RSVP for a Zoom link to the program, visit http://jewishboca.org/virtualmajorgifts/ The Sandler Family events, which are named for Phyllis and Harvey (z”l) Sandler and their family, celebrate major donors to the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s 2022 annual campaign.

The February 1 event’s headliner is Gayle Tzemach Lemmon; her talk will be hosted at 7 p.m.

An intrepid chronicler of strong and resourceful women, Lemmon is an adjunct senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and the author of three New York Times bestselling books. Her books have followed women of the Kurdish militia fighting ISIS and a young Afghan entrepreneur, who supported her community under the Taliban. Her book, “Ashley’s War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battle-

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field” has a film adaptation in the works, produced by Reese Witherspoon.

“We are honored to offer our vital major donors this speaker who is a leader in her industry and has well-informed perspectives on issues of national and international importance,” said Helene Paul, who is co-chairing the event with her husband, Rick, and with Carole Sue Lebbin-Spector and Phillip Spector. “Together, we will learn, as well as celebrate, with our philanthropic peers who share our passions and values.”

Phillip Spector added, “Our Federation cares for the vulnerable, builds a strong Jewish future and safeguards Jewry worldwide. We could not achieve these important goals without the generosity and leadership of our major donors. We look forward to a powerful, virtual evening with philanthropists from across the community.”

A minimum $10,000 household gift to the Federation’s 2022 UJA/Jewish Federation Annual Campaign is required to attend. Visit http://jewishboca.org/virtualmajorgifts/ to register. Contact Ida Novack at 561-852-3342 or idan@bocafed.org for more information.

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Quilter’s Group Program Returns Place of Hope Launches New Year to the Boynton Beach City Library With 10th Annual Sporting Clay Fun Shoot

Beginning Thursday, January 13, the Quilter’s Group will return to meeting weekly at the Boynton Beach City Library every Thursday morning from 9 am – 12 pm.

The group, which is open to the public, is sponsored by the library and works to share quilting information and education, perpetuate quilting as a cultural and artistic form, provide a social group for those with similar interests, and promote and support the library. Anyone can join the group for just a $1.00 lifetime membership fee.

New members will receive an orientation with a series of beginners’ exercises to ensure uniform methods are used on group projects. Instruction is given by volunteers, and materials are provided by the library.

The Boynton Beach City Library is located at 100 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach, FL 33435. Hours of operation are MondayThursday: 9 am - 8:30 pm and Friday-Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm. To sign up for a library card or learn more about library resources and programs, visit boyntonlibrary.org or call 561.742.6390.

Place of Hope, ranked top in the nation and state of Florida for youth development, shelter and crisis services, will kick-off the new year by gathering over 350 shooters at its 10th Annual Sporting Clays Fun Shoot on Friday, January 14th, at the renowned Quail Creek Sporting Ranch.

Special thanks to the 20-Year Celebration Sponsor, Family Business Fund, as well as the National Presenting Sponsor, Michigan Giving Club. The event is co-presented

by The Boswell Family, Denison Yachting, Mike Burke, Nash Luxury Illustrated Properties, and BMO Wealth Management.

Place of Hope’s 10th Annual Sporting Clays Fun Shoot is the largest charity fun shoot in the state and will raise critical funds for local foster children, homeless youth, families in transition and human trafficking survivors. Known to be one of

the most well-run shoots, this fun shoot offers participants of all ages, skill levels and professions a great day of camaraderie, friendly competition, breakfast, lunch, awards, raffle, and live auction.

“We have a lot of fantastic events planned as we enter our twenty first year of operations at Place of Hope,” said Charles Bender, Place of Hope Founding CEO. “Our event season begins with this exciting clay shoot and carries throughout the Spring with multiple opportunities to get involved with our growing mission of serving the fatherless.

We are grateful for all who will be joining us at our Clay Shoot and each event after which serves a great purpose to our organization’s sustainment.”

To inquire about attending the Clay Shoot please email JamieB@placeofhope. com.

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Arts Garage in Delray Beach 12th Annual In-Person LOOP for Promotes Five Upcoming Shows & Literacy Set for February 12 Special Events the longtime pop culture columnist for The Palm Beach Post before publishing her widely praised memoir Black Widow.

With her signature warmth, hilarity, and tendency to overshare, Streeter looks at widowhood through the prism of race, Tuesday, January 25, at 7 pm Leslie Gold: Lessons for Our Future mixed marriage, and aging. She redefines the stages of grief, from coffin shopping Selves to day-drinking, to “The Radio being a grown-ass Chick” is the onwoman crying for air name for Leslie your mommy, to Gold who has spent “The Radio Chick” is breaking up and her career as a top making up with rated, major market the on-air name for God, to facing the on-air media talLeslie Gold who has fact that life goes ent, and successful on even after the entrepreneur. Her spent her career as death of the percurrent passion is a top rated, major son you were supthe acclaimed A posed to live it Life’s Story Podmarket on-air media with. The theme cast series, the retalent, and successful of this new series sultant work creatis The Impact of ing personal audio entrepreneur.

Race on Ameridocumentaries of can Society and it the life stories of is jointly presented parents and grandby the Spady Culparents for families; and speaking to groups on the subject of tural Heritage Museum, Arts Garage, and the Community Redevelopment Agency “Rethinking Aging.” of Delray Beach.

Tickets: $15 Register for FREE at https://bit.ly/ Fridays, January 28 & February 25, at AuthorsSpeakFEB. 8 pm Saturday, February 26, at 6:30 pm Garage Queens Arts Garage 11th Annual Gala Back by Delicious and Divine DeA Night at the Copacabana mand, the Fierce, Fabulous and FascinatFeaturing the Chino Nunez Orchestra ing Garage Queens on the last Friday of The most important fundraiser each every month in 2022. These jaw-dropping, crowd-tickling, glitter-glowing shows will year at Arts Garage, the Gala will include be hosted by the inimitably exquisite “Di- live music, a silent and live auction, comva, Icon and Legend” Ariel Rimm, and will plimentary cocktails, and a plated dinner feature some of South Florida’s most elec- by Chez Gourmet. Attendees will love the trifying drag entertainers: Adelaide, Citris, Latin flair that Chino Nunez brings from and Angie Ovahness Pryce, along with spe- salsa to merengue. Festive attire is admired cial surprise guests, all stunningly coiffed but not required.

SOLD OUT but sponsorships are still and bedecked. available.

Tickets: $35 & $40 How to Get Tickets to Leslie Gold &/ or Garage Queens: Thursday, February 10, at 6:30 pm Tickets are available by calling the Arts Leslie Gray Streeter: Black Widow The kick-off speaker of the new Au- Garage at 561.450.6357 or by going online thors Speak series is Leslie Gray Streeter, to www.ArtsGarage.org.

Marjorie Waldo, President & CEO of Arts Garage, today promoted five upcoming shows and special events in January and February:

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KIDS 100-YARD DASH: (7 years and The Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County invites walkers, runners and cy- under) $10 clists to participate in the 12th Annual Loop 9:00 a.m. for Literacy. This year’s fundraiser offers both an in-person event on February 12 Those interestand a virtual Loop ed in participating Your Way compoin Loop for Literanent at the place cy can register here. and time of particEarly packet pickipants’ choice from The Literacy Coalition up dates and locaFebruary 1-12. The of Palm Beach County tions for in-person in-person event will participants will be take place at Bryant invites walkers, announced in the Park in Lake Worth coming weeks on Beach with the cyrunners and cyclists the Loop for Litercling event turnto participate in the acy website. Virtual around at Manaparticipants can be tee Lagoon, an FPL 12th Annual Loop for pick-up their packEco-Discover y Literacy. ets between 9 a.m.

Center. and 5 p.m., MonYou can orday through Friday, ganize a team of at the Blume Litercolleagues, family, acy Center at 3651 friends or participate as an individual to actively support Quantum Blvd. in Boynton Beach, startliteracy programs that help children and ing January 24. Shipping packets for virtuadults be successful in school and life. Par- al participants is also an option with an adticipants will receive a race tech shirt and ditional shipping fee.

LOOP for Literacy sponsors to date book-themed finisher medal. Every child include Presenting Sponsor: Florida Crysregistered will receive a book. tals; Gold Sponsors: Domino Sugar, LevParticipants can choose from: enger Foundation and Bill Bone Bike Law; ROADSIDE BIKE RIDE: Bronze Sponsors: Sugar Growers Coop$50 erative of Florida and LC Tri Shop; Sup7:00 a.m.

The 24-mile ride includes a rest stop at porter Level Sponsors: Park Avenue BBQ Manatee Lagoon and loops back to Bryant Grille, the Loewenstein Family, Orange Theory Fitness, The Palm Beach Post and Park. A helmet is required for all cyclists.

5K USATF CERTIFIED RUN / Fit-2-Run. Sponsorship opportunities are detailed here.

WALK: The fundraiser is being chaired by LitAdult - $35 eracy Coalition Board Members Joe Grant Student (18 and under) - $15 of Boca Raton and Andy Loewenstein of 8:00 a.m. start time for runners Palm Beach Gardens. Committee members 8:05 a.m. start time for walkers include Regine Bataille, Kathryn FreiburgKIDS 1 MILE FUN RUN: (12 years er, Len Gray, Alma Horne, Nicole Rocco and Helena Zacharis. and under) For more information, visit www.Liter$10 acyPBC.org or call 561-767-3370.

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PBA Helped New Navy JAG ‘Discover Who I Am’ Briana McDaniel’s long days of law school classes on Zoom and late nights of studying for the bar exam paid off when she was commissioned into the Navy Judge Advocate General’s Corps as a lieutenant junior grade.

In March, she departs for the military base in Yokosuka, Japan, where she will live for at least two years. But first, she will head to officer development school in Newport, Rhode Island, where she will return for Naval Justice School this summer.

In the JAG, she will aid service members who need legal counsel. Her responsibilities will grow to include reviewing naval maneuvers and missions to make sure they do not violate international laws or treaties.

Through McDaniel’s experiences at PBA, such as interning in the domestic violence unit of the State Attorney’s Office, serving refugees in Germany on her first international trip with CM Global and volunteering as leader in MOSAIC, she discerned that she wanted to help marginalized people in practical ways.

Her interest shifted from nonprofit work to law when she encountered refugees who were unable to provide for their basic needs because they were stuck in the legal system awaiting permanent refugee status. Her legal appetite grew when she interned with the State Attorney’s Office her junior and senior years and participated in heartbreaking phone calls with domestic violence survivors and their families.

At PBA, McDaniel also helped organize Women’s Night of Worship once per month, which taught her to “be able to better communicate,” and work in a team — a necessity for the military, she said.

“PBA really helped me discover who I am,” McDaniel said. “It fundamental-

ly changed the way I interact with people and the way I view life.”

McDaniel, an Oviedo, Florida, native, graduated from PBA with a degree in psychology and a minor in Spanish in May 2018. Her courses in PBA’s Frederick M. Supper Honors Program, which requires extensive reading, writing and Socratic discussions, prepared her for Pepperdine University’s Caruso School of Law. Throughout law school, McDaniel built on her PBA experiences working with people who need an extra hand. In Jakarta, Indonesia, she interned with a small nonprofit called Advocates International, working alongside Pepperdine professors to counsel refugees and human trafficking survivors.

She also worked in Pepperdine’s Restoration & Justice Clinic, conducting interviews with survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking and drafting legal petitions in preparation for litigation in the Los Angeles and Orange County court systems.

McDaniel spent a semester in London and Washington, respectively. In Washington, she interned for the U.S. Attorney’s Office by day while taking three law classes by night. At the U.S. Attorney’s Office, she worked with FBI agents to investigate the violence at the U.S. Capitol Complex on Jan. 6. The chaos unfolded about a mile from where she was living, she said.

“It felt super pertinent,” McDaniel said. “I was living it and working it.”

McDaniel came to Palm Beach Atlantic as a dual enrollment student from The Master’s Academy, a private Christian school in Central Florida. The familiarity of PBA, small class sizes, personal attention and integration of Christian faith in learning made the university an easy sell for McDaniel and her family.

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19th Annual Delray Beach Home Tour to Highlight Homes in Scenic Lake Ida Neighborhood Event benefits Achievement Centers for Children & Families Several homeowners in Delray Beach’s beautiful Lake Ida Neighborhood will be opening their doors to visitors during the 19th Annual Delray Beach Home Tour benefiting Achievement Centers for Children & Families (ACCF) on Wednesday, March 9th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Delray Beach Home Tour is a unique opportunity to see exquisite interiors of homes and gardens.

“Each year we select a different Delray Beach neighborhood where homeowners can showcase different interior designs and architectural styles,” said Kari Shipley, the co-chair of this year’s organizing committee. “The Home Tour will feature a variety of homes that range from elegant Florida bungalows, lakeside estates and lush tropical gardens providing home decorating and gardening enthusiasts with an inside look into the world of distinctive Delray living.”

During the tour, which attracts visitors from throughout South Florida, guests can enjoy a leisurely day exploring unique residences, a catered luncheon and trolley service between homes.

All Home Tour ticket sales and sponsorships benefit ACCF, which supports children and families throughout Delray Beach and the surrounding neighborhoods. At ACCF children are involved in

Early Learning (Toddler and Preschool), Out-of-School (After School and Summer

Camp), and Teen Mentoring programs that prepare them for academic and social success and empower them to discover their talents. ACCF families are served through programs like Family Strengthening and Economic Stabilization, which benefit the community by helping families in crisis; enabling them to serve as the foundation of their child’s growth.

The Home Tour was first conceived by long-time ACCF board members and sup-

porters Anne Bright and Barbara Murphy.

Planning for the home tour, which draws more than 600 visitors annually, involves more than 100 dedicated volunteers.

“We are grateful for the support of all our hardworking volunteers, the homeowners who are graciously allowing visitors into their homes, and, of course, our dedicated sponsors,” said Noreen Payne, co-chair of the event along with Shipley.

Despite their best efforts, ACCF had to cancel the Home Tour in 2020 and 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to the generosity of ACCF supporters, funds donated to Home Tour the past two years were critical for ACCF’s children and families.

“Continued support from our community has allowed us to keep our doors open to serve our children & families, at a time when they have needed us most,” said ACCF Chief Development Officer Jessica Hall. “Our great hope is to get back on track with this year’s Home Tour, as the community’s needs have only increased. It is our mission and privilege to make an important difference in the lives of the children and families we serve, and we need your help in bringing success to this fantastic fundraising event in 2022.”

Tickets for the Delray Home Tour are $100 per person until February 23rd and are available online at www.achievementcentersfl.org/delray-home-tour/ – Tickets

“Each year we select a different Delray Beach neighborhood where homeowners can showcase different interior designs and architectural styles,” said Kari Shipley, the co-chair of this year’s organizing committee. will increase to $125 on February 24th. COVID-19 safety protocols will be in place at Home Tour. For more information, to purchase tickets, or become a sponsor, visit www.achievementcentersfl.org/delrayhome-tour/.

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SPORTS PBSC athletics co-hosts West Palm The Palm Beach State College Athletics said PBSC Athletics Director John ScarpiDepartment welcomed several top NCAA no. “Not only were the coaches and tourDivision I women’s basketball teams to its nament directors impressed with how we Lake Worth campus gymnasium as co-host hosted, students, staff and others got the chance to see some of the best talent in the of the West Palm Beach Invitational.

PBSC partnered with Keiser University nation play in person. Our goal is to bring to host the event, which included 10 teams more opportunities like this to PBSC, especially ones where who played in tourwe can collaborate naments Dec. 18with other organi21, 2021.

PBSC partnered with zations such as the On Dec. 20, Keiser University Palm Beach County PBSC hosted TexChamber of Comas Tech Universito host the event, merce and Sports ty vs. the UniversiCommission.” ty of Mississippi at which included 10 Other teams 1:15 p.m. and on teams who played in in the tournament Dec. 21 High Point were the UniversiUniversity vs. Floritournaments Dec. 18ty of South Florida Gulf Coast Uni21, 2021. da, Michigan State versity at 1:15 p.m.

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PBA Softball Releases 2022 Schedule The newly appointed Palm Beach Atlantic softball coach, Ty Singleton, has released the Sailfish schedule for his first year at the helm. The Sailfish are coming off a 17-12 record in 2021 where they finished fourth in the Sunshine State Conference.

“I’m looking forward to our SSC schedule and competing against our non-conference opponents,” Singleton said. “We have a lot of work to do between now and opening day. We’re prepared to hit the ground running at practice on Monday, and I’m excited about working with the team.”

PBA starts off its season by competing in the Gulf Shores Invitation in Alabama where the ‘Fish play six games in three days.

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Opening day at Simpson field takes place on Feb. 18 in PBA’s Sunshine State Conference opener against Lynn at 3 p.m.

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‘Fish matchup against Southwest Minnesota State and St. Cloud State before restarting conference play against Florida Tech on March 11.

While completing its conference schedule, PBA also has non-conference doubleheaders scheduled against Kutztown (March 14) and Flagler (March 30). Other notable matchups include a series at the reigning SSC champions Rollins beginning on March 18 followed by three games at last year’s SSC runner-up Tampa on March 25. The Sailfish end SSC play with three straight road series against Florida Southern, Nova Southeastern, and Saint Leo. Although PBA is without last year’s AllAmerican pitcher Abbey Busby, Singleton still inherited a plethora of talent. All-Region infielder Meredith Milam returns with All-SSC honorees Faith Allen and Katherine Budnovich. Cambria Arturo looks to fill Busby’s shoes as the ace in the circle. She finished with a 2.86 ERA in 2021, highlighted by a no-hitter against SSC champion Rollins on April 17. PBA also returns seniors Briana Rodriguez, Maura Glatczak, Janie McCloskey, Hayley Haas, and Emma Gipson.

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Forrest Leads Owls Over Herd Michael Forrest scored 27 points, including a pair of huge 3-pointers in the final two minutes of the contest, to lift the Florida Atlantic University men’s basketball team to a 90-77 victory at Marshall Saturday night at the Cam Henderson Center.

It was the Owls’ first victory at Marshall since 2014.

Three Owls (8-6, 1-0 CUSA) scored in double digits, but it was a team effort for FAU. Eight of the nine Owls who saw action scored in the contest.

“I really feel like we earned this one with a great couple weeks of practice,” FAU head coach Dusty May said. “I’m really pleased with our guard play, our unselfishness and up front Giancarlo (Rosado) and Madiaw (Niang) gave us great minutes and made some timely, timely plays to help us come out in a very tough environment with a win.”

FAU held the lead for over 38 minutes and led by as many as 18 points in the first half. Despite Marshall (7-8, 0-2) never being in front on the scoreboard, the Herd was within striking distance late in the contest. Marshall converted a traditional 3-point play at the 7:44 mark to pull within five, 72-67.

But FAU scored the next six points, as Madiaw Niang sandwiched a pair of buckets around a circus shot in the lane from Alijah Martin. With 5:24 left to go, FAU was back on top by double digits,

78-67. Marshall cut its deficit to seven, 80-73, with 3:15 left. With 96 seconds remaining in the game, Forrest missed a 3-pointer, but the ball was tapped back out to him and he buried it to put the Owls on top by 10. Forrest buried another triple 23 seconds later to put FAU on top by 13.

“When I caught the ball, it just felt

good coming off my hand,” Forrest said of the second of those big shots. “Once it went in, I knew the game was over. It just felt good for it go in. It’s a great feeling. It gives us momentum going into the next game on Thursday. It just feels good to win.”

Forrest’s 27-point effort was a gamehigh and included 6-of-11 shooting from

behind the 3-point arc. Martin added 17 points, while Rosado tallied 11. Eight of Rosado’s points came in just eight minutes of action in the first half. Bryan Greenlee was masterful at the point guard position against Marshall. Greenlee dished out 10 assists against just two turnovers, while also grabbing three steals. Niang led the way on the glass with six rebounds in just 14 minutes.

The Owls outscored Marshall 35-6 in points off the bench.

“I was very, very pleased with our bench,” May said. “Those guys made major contributions and found a way to win.

I’m very happy that everybody who played in the game for us contributed. We need that going forward.”

FAU used a 13-0 run in the first half to take control early in the contest. A Forrest bucket and six straight points from Rosado sparked the outburst that increased a 9-8 lead to 22-8 midway through the first half. Marshall battled back and pulled within eight at halftime, 40-32.

The Owls’ lead fluctuated between eight and 12 for most of the second half, until an 8-1 spurt for the Herd pulled them within five, setting up the Owls to hold on and then pull away.

FAU remains on the road next week, traveling to Middle Tennessee State Thursday before wrapping up the three-game road swing at UAB next Saturday.

FAU’s Schanuel Named Preseason Lynn Women’s lacrosse adds All-American Moorman and Johnson ahead of spring season

Nolan Schanuel, a sophomore on the Florida Atlantic University baseball team, has been named to the Perfect Game/ Rawlings Preseason All-American team, as announced by the publication on Wednesday.

Schanuel, the Owls’ 2021 freshman starting first baseman, batted third in the lineup much of the season, and led the everyday starters with a .343 batting average, hit .409 with runners in scoring position and had 24-multi-hit games. He is a third-team Perfect Game/Rawlings 2022 preseason honoree.

The Park Vista High School product ended his first collegiate campaign ranked at the top of the Conference USA leaderboard in nearly every hitting category. For his efforts, Schanuel was named Freshman All-America by Collegiate Baseball and by Perfect Game, , and was one of just 13 players earning the Perfect Game First Team honors. He also was an ABCA/Rawlings Second Team All-Region and a Second Team All-C-USA selection.

“This is a great honor for Nolan and Sports

well deserved,” said McCormack. “He is a terrific player, and I look forward to seeing him play this spring.”

Schanuel began his collegiate career playing first base for the first time in his career, moving from a high school a n d t r ave l ball outfielder to the position. He did so nearly flawlessly by committing just two errors in 454 chances and was a major factor in the Owls defense leading C-USA with a .978 fielding percentage. He also was a part of 38 double plays.

He undertook a similar challenge in the fall of 2022 by moving to the opposite corner, and when the season opens on Friday, Feb. 18 at home versus Minnesota, Schanuel is expected to be the Owls’ starting third baseman. The move replaces B.J. Murray, who was drafted in 2021 by the Chicago Cubs and who led FAU with 14 home runs in 2021. Schanuel tallied the most total bases for the 2021 Owls with 68 hits, including 11 doubles, a triple and had 11 homers. His 11 homers is tops among the 2022 Owl returners.

The Lynn Fighting Knights’ women’s lacrosse team has announced the signings of Ciara Moorman and Kristyn Johnson ahead of the spring 2022 season.

Moorman, a transfer from the University of Mount Olive, is a goalkeeper coming off a dominant 2020-21 season.

She was named to the First Team All-IWLCS South Region, First Team All-Conference Carolinas, and she was named Conference Defensive Player of the Year. In addition to her great work on the field, she was also a member of the Conference Carolinas Fall Presidential Honor Roll and the Conference Carolinas Spring Presidential Honor Roll.

“Ciara has proven her ability to excel at the Division II level and brings both experience and maturity to the critical goalie position,” Lynn head coach Mindy Richmond said. “She will be looked at to step into an impactful role immediately.”

Johnson will be a freshman for the Fighting Knights this year after playing high school lacrosse at Our Lady of Mercy in Rochester, N.Y. With the signing of

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Johnson, the Fighting Knights acquire a player who is extremely versatile on the offensive side of the field. Just a few of her high school accolades include being named a New York State Scholar Athlete in 2017, 18, 19, and 21, winning the Monarch Award for outstanding athletic/academic achievement, and being awarded the Colleen Harrington Scholarhisp, which honored the “kindest and most hardworking student who exhibited all of Mercy’s best qualities.”

“Kristyn brings excellent stick skills, size, and IQ to our offense,” Richmond said.

“Her incredible abilities on the draw circle add to her depth as a player. She will be an immediate role player for us this spring.”

Richmond continued, “Both of these late additions will add immediate strength to our current roster. Not only are they amazing lacrosse players, but they are wonderful young ladies who add to our positive team culture. I am excited to watch both of them thrive here at Lynn!”

The women’s lacrosse season will get underway at home on Thursday, Feb. 3 at 4 p.m. against Young Harris.

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