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Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton Distributes Grant Funds to 20 Nonprofits Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton presented 20 nonprofits with Service Above Self Grant funding at the Club’s weekly membership luncheon meeting to support the organizations’ health and wellness needs for those in their service community. During the weekly luncheon, now under newly installed 20222023 President Jeff Weber, each nonprofit was presented their donation and asked to speak about their organizations and how the grant monies will be used. Some grants included the various missions such as support for children with special needs bereavement counseling, healthcare screenings, respite for caregiving youth, day of fun for children with disabilities... Continued on Page 3

FAU, Hospital Partners Strategize on Medical Residencies, Fellowships Research from the Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida and the Florida Hospital Association estimates that Florida will be short 17,924 physicians by the year 2035. More than a decade ago, Florida Atlantic University’s Schmidt College of Medicine and Baptist Health South Florida’s Bethesda Hospital and Boca Raton Regional Hospital, and Tenet Health’s Delray Medical Center, St. Mary’s Medical Center and West Boca Medical Center, signed an agreement to form the FAU Schmidt College of Medicine Graduate Medical Education Consortium (FAU GME). Their initial goal was to ensure that the region will have an adequate and well-trained physician workforce by establishing residency programs in specialties that would serve their communities. The FAU GME has made great strides in helping to address Florida’s looming physician shortages through its ﬁve residency and four fellowship programs. More than 177 resident physicians and fellows go through these FAU programs each year.Since the inception of the ﬁrst residency program in internal medicine in 2014, more than 199 physicians have graduated from these programs Continued on Page 10

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• Students and faculty of Palm Beach Atlantic’s Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy showed their expertise at the annual Florida Pharmacy Association meeting July 6-10 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

• The Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship, part of the Florida State University College of Business, is accepting applications for its Spring 2023 Small Business Executive Program (SBEP) and Nonproﬁt Executive Program (NPEP) held in South Florida. Offered at no cost to participants, the programs are funded by The Jim Moran Foundation and Jan Moran and her late husband, automotive pioneer Jim Moran. The application deadline is Friday, September 30.

• Palm Beach Atlantic University has received a grant of $5 million over five years from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish new routes from theological education to careers in community development and chaplaincy. • Starting a job is only the first of many milestones to reach on a career journey. After it begins, what steps are needed for an individual to move ahead professionally? The Boynton Beach City Library is here to help! • B’nai Torah Congregation announced today that Leesa Parker has been named Executive Director. In this new role, Parker serves as the primary liaison to the Board of Trustees and Clergy. She also oversees all aspects of synagogue operations, including strategic planning, day-to-day management, budgeting and finance, membership, security and fundraising. • Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County, welcomes Erin Devlin Nicoloso as Vice President of Marketing and Business Development. • Coral Springs Museum of Art Announces its First Annual Empty Walls Fundraiser. With over 490 pieces of art donated by over 128 artists, there is something for everyone. All proceeds support arts programming, free museum admission, and artist services. Come out between July 11 and August 13 to catch a sneak peek at the pieces for sale in our east gallery. Join us on August 13 between 5:30 – 6:30 pm for Active Museum Members and Contributing artists and 6:30 – 8 pm for the general public and help us

• Research from the Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida and the Florida Hospital Association estimates that Florida will be short 17,924 physicians by the year 2035.

• The Centennial Anniversary Committee of The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County will host “The Paradise Ball” on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the Mar-aLago Club. The historic landmark home was selected for the White tie Event due to its initial owner, Marjorie Merriweather Post, who purchased the land and constructed her residence in 1922, the same year that The Salvation Army located its offices in Palm Beach, Florida. • Florida Atlantic University was awarded more than $800,000 by the state of Florida as part of a $15.6 million initiative to prepare students and mid-career professionals for jobs in the burgeoning fields of cybersecurity and information technology. • Farm Share, one of Florida’s leading food nonprofits and the state’s largest food bank, is distributing food to food-insecure Floridians in the Miami area. Recipients will receive fresh produce and non-perishable canned goods. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, distributions are drive-thru only to minimize contact and to help ensure the safety of all parties, and attendees must wear a mask and arrive in a vehicle with a trunk or cargo bed.

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COMMUNITY Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton Distributes Grant Funds to 20 Nonprofits at Friday Club Luncheon Meeting Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton presented 20 nonprofits with Service Above Self Grant funding at the Club’s weekly membership luncheon meeting to support the organizations’ health and wellness needs for those in their service community. During the weekly luncheon, now under newly installed 2022-2023 President Jeff Weber, each nonprofit was presented their donation and asked to speak about their organizations and how the grant monies will be used. Some grants included the various missions such as support for children with special needs bereavement counseling, healthcare screenings, respite for caregiving youth, day of fun for children with disabilities and back to school backpacks and much more all health and wellness related. The nonprofits that attended included: Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, Inc. / AVDA American Association Caregiving YouthAACY American Disabilities Foundation (Boating and Beach Bash) Best Foot Forward Boca Helping Hands Faulk Center For Counseling Florence Fuller Development Centers Habitat for Humanity South Palm Beach County JARC Adolph & Rose Levis JCC Unicorn Foundation Tomorrows Rainbow Boca Raton Society for the Disabled, INC. DBA- Twin Palms Center for The Disabled City House Propel Spirit of Giving Sweet Dream Makers YMCA South Palm Beach County Those unable to attend but will also be receiving funds are: Kidsafe Kindness Matters “The Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton is pleased to fulfill requests made

to the Club’s ‘Service Above Self ’ Grant program funded by the proceeds from our Club’s Sixth Annual Boca Raton Mayors Ball held last November,” said David Eltringham, 2021-2022 president of the RCDBR Fund Board. “Now, more than ever, the demand to support the health and wellness of our community’s nonprofits is at a record high, and I am excited to have the opportunity to co-chair the Seventh Annual Boca Raton Mayors Ball Fundraiser with Club Member Rosie Inguanzo Martin on Saturday, November 12, 2022 to continue our grant mission.” About Rotary Downtown Boca Raton The Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton is dedicated to impacting the Boca Raton community through Rotary International’s mission of “Service Above Self ”. The award-winning 501(c)3 nonprofit’s purpose is to make a difference in the community by enhancing the lives of many in an environment that embraces and promotes integrity, fellowship, and trust. The RCDBR is one of 34,000 Rotary clubs in more than 200 countries connecting 1.4 million Rotarians around the globe. The Club this year will be presenting its Seventh Annual Boca Raton Mayors Ball on Saturday, November 12, 2022, raising funds for local non-profits’ health and wellness initiatives the Honor Your Doctor Luncheon was founded by Honorary Rotarian Helen M. Babione. Approaching its 25th year, this event has recognized physician leadership and excellence while raising scholarship monies for students at Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University, students at the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing at Florida Atlantic University, healthcare students at Lynn University and Palm Beach State College. For sponsorship and underwriting opportunities as well as ticket reservations (available September 1) for the Boca Raton Mayors Ball, visit www.rotarydowntownbocaraton.org or contact Jon Kaye at 561392-5166, email mayorsball@rotarydowntownbocaraton.org

Gregory School of Pharmacy Excels at FPA Convention

Students and faculty of Palm Beach Atlantic’s Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy showed their expertise at the annual Florida Pharmacy Association meeting July 6-10 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, taking home the following scholarships and awards: — Gregory School of Pharmacy (GSOP) alumna Dr. Laura Rhodes won the Pharmacists Mutual Companies Distinguished Young Pharmacist Award for her efforts with Community Pharmacy Enhanced Services Networks (CPESN) and Flip the Pharmacy, two national initiatives that promote innovation for pharmacy services. — GSOP students won first, second and third place in the patient counseling competition. Anjali Talwar won first place, Alex Shantiai won second place and Josuah Tilus won third place.

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— Alex Shantiai received the Terry Gubbins Student Leadership Scholarship, which honors leadership and professional advocacy. — Nicole DiMarco received the James B. and Patsey J. Powers Scholarship for her work with student professional organizations. — In her keynote address, American Pharmacists Association (APhA) President Theresa Tolle spoke positively of GSOP faculty and residents, including Drs. Amy Catherine Baggett, Jessica Bailey, Erin Dorval and Laura Rhodes — GSOP was the only school whose students and faculty presented posters. — Five faculty gave continuing education programming at the annual meeting. They are Drs. Erin Dorval, Laura Rhodes, Jordan Sedlacek, Jessica Bailey and Amy Catherine Baggett. Dean Dr. Dana Strachan delivered the Sunday morning message.

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Boynton City Library Partners Lilly Endowment Awards University $5 Million Pathways for with CareerSource PBC to Elevate Careers of Working Professionals Tomorrow Grant Palm Beach Atlantic University has received a grant of $5 million over five years from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish new routes from theological education to careers in community development and chaplaincy. The Community Transformation and Chaplaincy program is being funded through Lilly Endowment’s Pathways for Tomorrow Initiative. It is a three-phase initiative designed to help theological schools across the United States and Canada as they prioritize and respond to the most pressing challenges they face to prepare pastoral leaders for Christian congregations both now and into the future. Palm Beach Atlantic’s School of Ministry developed an interdisciplinary concentration in Community Transformation and Chaplaincy within the Master of Divinity program to prepare graduates for future employment in community leadership and other fields that overlap with ministry, such as hospital, hospice, military and corporate chaplaincy. Graduates will be prepared for careers in organizations ranging from small, community-based nonprofits to large-scale publicprivate partnerships, major institutions and corporations. Many, but not all, of these organizations are faith-based, and all recognize the critical role that faith-formed leaders bring to mission-driven organizations. The concentration integrates traumainformed care and spirituality, organizational leadership and clinical pastoral education (CPE) training. Training accredited by the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE) is the gold standard for this work, and Baptist Health South Florida is a key partner in providing ACPE-accredited training. The Urban Renewal Center, a Black-led, church-based organization in Norfolk, Virginia, is another key partner. It will develop an ambitious initiative to expand urban clinical pastoral education around the country. This program is inspired by the same spirit behind the “Lift Every Voice” program PBA launched at Florida Memorial University with a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment just six months ago, but its focus is different, said Dr. Bryan Froehle, professor of sociology and religious studies. “This grant is all about providing opportunities to strengthen congregational leadership at a time when many smaller congregations cannot afford fully trained leaders. Likewise, this program offers an extraordinary opportunity to women and people of color who have a vocation for ministry and earn a fine degree but, again, cannot find full-time employment in a congregaJuly 22 - July 28, 2022

tion. And this serves the needs of faithbased and other community organizations all the way up to large institutions, government, and the military. Pastoring does not stop at the doors of the church. Far from it!” Said Community Transformation and Chaplaincy Director Dr. Ryan Gladwin, “Christianity and theological education are undergoing seismic paradigm shifts. On the one hand, Christianity is becoming less Western and more diverse as it grows primarily in the Southern Hemisphere and among diaspora, immigrant, and minority communities in Europe and the United States. On the other hand, theological education struggles to respond to the different demands and needs of those seeking to be leaders in the ever more diverse church c o m mu n i t i e s. The Community Transformation and Chaplaincy program places PBA and South Florida at the forefront of theological education. It prepares students not only to be pastoral theologians, like traditional theological education models, but also empowers them to be instruments for social change, trauma healing, and economic empowerment. This program will directly impact communities throughout South Florida and make the PBA School of Ministry an innovative leader in theological education.” Added Dr. Nathan Maxwell, associate dean for graduate programs: “With each passing day, crisis and trauma become more and more normalized within communities of Christian faith. In order to shepherd such communities into flourishing life, congregational ministers and other leaders require formative theological education. At the same time, social and economic constraints disrupt their ability to obtain the education that is essential to their work. Lilly Endowment’s philanthropy will dramatically accelerate the impact PBA and its partners are making.” The program is being funded through the competitive third phase of Lilly Endowment’s Pathways for Tomorrow Initiative. Phase three grants are supporting a limited number of large-scale, collaborative efforts that explore and develop new educational and financial models for theological education. Lilly Endowment expects to award additional phase three grants in Fall 2022. The Pathways initiative is part of Lilly Endowment’s wider efforts to strengthen theological schools and other religious institutions and networks that prepare pastoral leaders to ensure that a diverse array of Christian congregations are guided by a steady stream of wise, faithful and well-prepared leaders.

Starting a job is only the first of many milestones to reach on a career journey. After it begins, what steps are needed for an individual to move ahead professionally? The Boynton Beach City Library is here to help! Beginning Monday, July 25, t h e B oy n t o n B e a ch City Library will partner with CareerSource Palm Beach County to host a three-day Professional Placement Network (PPN) workshop. T his workshop is designed for experienced professionals who want to move closer to their next career opportunity. Each day instructors will review a myriad of career topics, including personal branding, resume tips for social media,

gig economy, mock interviews, and LinkedIn headshots. Attendees must have a four-year degree, a minimum of three years in a professional position, a previous annual salary of $47,000 or g reater, and submit the PPN application to attend. F r e e registration through the Library’s Online Calendar is required. Wo r k s h o p s will be held from 9 am – 12:30 pm in the Florida Room, located on the 2nd floor of the City Library at City Hall (100 E. Ocean Ave.) in Boynton Beach. To learn more about library resources and programs, visit boyntonlibrary.org or call 561.742.6390.

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B’nai Torah Congregation Names Leesa Parker Executive Director B’nai Torah Congregation announced today that Leesa Parker has been named Executive Director. In this new role, Parker serves as the primary liaison to the Board of Trustees and Clergy. She also oversees all aspects of synagogue operations, including strategic planning, day-to-day management, budgeting and finance, membership, security and fundraising. Prior to her appointment as Executive Director, Parker held the role of Senior Director of Operations, during which she managed the security and maintenance teams, oversaw facility renovations and improvements to the synagogue campus, enhanced the security infrastructure, and worked to ensure a healthy, safe, and clean environment. “I am blessed to work with such a devoted, talented, and collaborative team, dedicated Board of Trustees, and tireless volunteers, to bring the insightful vision of our unparalleled clergy to life,” said Parker. “It is a great honor to help ensure that B’nai Torah Congregation continues to thrive as a meaningful center of Jewish life for our community from generation to generation.” Parker initially joined the B’nai Torah Congregation community 25 years ago as a volunteer at The Ruth and Edward Taubman Early Childhood Center. Bringing years of corporate experience, she quickly moved from volunteer to administrator to Early Childhood Director

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of Operations. Her business, finance, and systems implementation skills were instrumental in helping the Early Childhood Center grow to its current level of excellence and success. Twenty years after first joining the Early Childhood Center, Parker joined the synagogue team as the Director of Operations. In this role, she capitalized on her ability to implement thoughtful and strategic planning to manage the synagogue’s budget. “I’ve watched Leesa, a competent professional, over the last 25 years evolve from a ‘mom volunteer’ in our Taubman early childhood program to a volunteer receptionist, an administrator and eventually a director,” said Rabbi David Steinhardt. “As an Executive Director, she brings great work experience both from within the synagogue and outside, but more importantly an emotional maturity that is respected by everyone who works here. She’s incredibly intuitive, intelligent, and compassionate, and she loves our B’nai Torah community. We all feel very fortunate that Leesa was already here when the need for a new executive arrived. A national search could not have brought us a better candidate!” Parker received a Bachelor of Commerce degree from McGill University in Canada. She and her family moved from Montreal to Boca Raton in 1998. She is the proud mother of three children, Jeri, Kelly, and Daniel.

Erin Devlin Nicoloso Joins the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County, welcomes Erin Devlin Nicoloso as Vice President of Marketing and Business Development. Erin was the Regional Marketing Manager at ShopCore Properties and brings 10 years of experience to Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County. “I am excited to join the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County to spread the mission across the county,” said Erin Nicoloso. “I look forward to making an impact on our youth and the community.” Nicoloso grew up in Palm Beach Gardens and is a graduate of Cardinal Newman High School. She received her bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas and relocated back to Palm Beach Gardens in 2009 upon graduation. Previously, Nicoloso worked for ShopCore Properties as a Regional Marketing Manager overseeing marketing for six shopping centers in the Southeast, more locally,

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Downtown Palm Beach Gardens. She was formerly the Special Event and PR Director for The Gardens Mall and The Marketing & Events Coordinator for the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce. She enjoys giving back to the community and has served on numerous committees and boards for local nonprofits such as, the Jupiter Medical Center Foundation, Loggerhead Marine life Center, Big Dog Ranch Rescue and Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. She was awarded second place in the prestigious Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Man and Woman of the Year campaign by raising over $56,000 for the organization in 2014. Nicoloso will be responsible for the execution of all Marketing for Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County and growing partnerships and relationships with local and corporate businesses in order to continue providing world-class Club experiences for Boys & Girls Clubs children across Palm Beach County.

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CommUNITY Champions Practicing What They Preach The spiritual works of compassion/mercy – especially teaching the faith and putting up with the annoyances of others – are very important. But it is about time that more leaders of our local houses of worship examine their conscience to see if they are practicing the things they preach. While visiting a local park recently, I went over to speak with a man and woman seated on a bench. I soon learned that they were homeless and that parishioners from Cason United Methodist Church, under the leadership of the Rev. Alexis Talbott, had just dropped off their freshly-washed clothes, a weekly ritual of the members of the Delray Beach church. We had a long conversation during which I learned a lot about the life journeys of both. Only a few weeks later while driving through the neighborhood, I noticed Live Fresh, a 29.5 foot-long mobile shower, in use on a vacant lot.

There, several members of Cason and St. Matthews Episcopal Church were on hand volunteering their time. The air-conditioned trailer, which has private showers and changing area combination rooms, stops at the lot each Friday to help and restore dignity to the county’s homeless. Cason, St. Matthews and neighboring Resurrection Life Fellowship became the new sites for a soup kitchen after the city ended a 20-year agreement with the Caring Kitchen, which served hot meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner at a city-owned building at 196 NW Eighth Ave. The city stopped officials with the Caring Kitchen after neighbors complained of public defecation, fights and people sleeping in yards near the city-owned building. Now, this is not to say other churches are not doing great or remarkable things. However, most of them are doing it among themselves only. I was further impressed when Ca-

son provided transportation to KOP Mentoring Network after the transmission in the 20-year-old van died, leaving students stranded on the interstate while on their way to a class in West Palm Beach one night. I reached out to several local churches to use their vans following the November incident and one agreed to transport them for $150 per trip. Another nodded yes. One issue: the van had no insurance although they had been transporting parishioners. Rev. Talbott offered her van, which saved the year for the students. Each Thursday they travel to West Palm Beach where they are learning digital media at the Center for Creative Education. As I was about to give in to despair, one of my peers quickly intervened. She encouraged me to join together and ask the Lord to raise up a generation of pastors who will lead this community with integrity, compassion, godly vision and Christlike

character. I had the pleasure of meeting with Rev. Talbott shortly after she took over a few years ago and she shared her vision for the church and the community. She has a big and bold vision for Cason, she loves the youth of the community and she has embraced this community. Here is a leader who has been working in and outside the church to bring needed messages to the community, to bring hope and to make a change. Her commitment was birthed out of her love for God. In my humble opinion, Rev. Alexis Talbott is committed in her dedication to spiritual practices -daily acts of Scripture reading, instructing the ignorant, devotion, Christian meditation, community ser vice and, of course, prayer. We want to hear from you. If you know of a church that has been providing extraordinary service outside the church, please let us know.

POSITIVE LIVING By: Dr. Synesio Lyra

Cultivating a Peaceful Disposition Insecure individuals suffer from an inability to adapt themselves to a variety of life situations; they avoid anything and anyone unfamiliar to them. By nature, they are often combative as well, when people and situations don’t match their pre-conceived molds. These personalities literally suspect and dislike a large number of the persons they must interact with. It starts with family, and extends to many others they cannot avoid in society, such as doctors, hairdressers, insurance agents, sales clerks, just to July 22 - July 28, 2022

name very few. Naturally, it is most reasonable that humans should be on their guard, to avoid unnecessary intrusions from undesirable manipulators or unscrupulous agents of any kind. But living with suspicion of anyone or anything is more a mark of bondage than a display of the freedom and courage all human creatures can enjoy. People should carefully choose their battles, and fight each one to win. But being isolated from others, or displaying a resistant attitude all the time, will often lead to defeat far

more than to genuine conquest! If we cut ourselves from others, we not only miss what others may have to offer us, but we also limit our influence, by keeping them from receiving what we are able to share! One will hardly impact others if suspicious of them; neither will one receive the benefits those persons are capable of providing. Most of our fears are imaginary, not real. Some people spend more time and energy engaging in fictitious warfare, instead of reserving all their resources to fight and win the real,

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tangible battles that will occasionally assail them. Avoid adding fuel to any fire, or starting unworthy conflicts. A life lived in perpetual suspicion is a life halflived; it is a form of imprisonment which can damage any individual! Choose to cultivate a peaceful disposition, giving one’s self the security needed to face people and the multiple situations life forces us into. Avoid living on a “minus” sign; instead, let each new day manifest a “plus” life, lived not in fear nor in defeat but from victory unto victory!

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Don’t Look Now But Election Day is Fast Approaching!

Vote-by-Mail ballots are scheduled to be mailed out by the Supervisor of Elections office to domestic voters between 40-33 days before the August 23, 2022 Primary Election. That time window allows ballots to be mailed between Thursday, July 14th and Wednesday, July 20th. Supervisor Wendy Sartory Link has advised that her office is currently on schedule to mail ballots on Monday, July 18th for the August Election. Overseas and military ballots were mailed on July 9th. Registered voters in Palm Beach County may request a Vote-by-Mail ballot online at VotePalmBeach.gov, email votebymail@votepalmbeach.gov, or by calling 561.656.6208. Voters should have their Florida Driver’s License, Florida ID card, or the last four digits of their Social Security number available when making their request. The deadline to request a Vote-byMail ballot be mailed to you is 5PM on Saturday, August 13, 2022. The Main Elections Office will be open on Saturday, August 13th to serve voters.

Even after August 13th, a Vote-byMail ballot may be picked up in person at one of the four SOE offices until 5PM on Monday, August 22, 2022. All Vote-by-Mail ballots must be received by 7PM at the Main SOE Office on Election Day, Tuesday, August 23, 2022, in order to be counted. Voters can track their Vote-by-Mail ballot from the moment it is requested until the time the SOE receives it back at their office. Visit the “My Status” page at VotePalmBeach.gov to track your ballot to ensure your vote is processed and will be counted. Important Dates and Deadlines The deadline to register to vote or change your party is July 25, 2022. The deadline to request a Vote-byMail ballot be mailed to you is 5PM on August 13, 2022. Your Vote-by-Mail ballot must be RECEIVED by 7PM on Election Day, Tuesday, August 23, 2022. Early Voting is available from Saturday, August 8th – Sunday, August 21, 2022, from 10AM to 7PM.

Guarding Against Workplace Gossip There is a disease afflicting the workplace that receives little attention, but it’s devastating. This “disease” is gossip, the practice of repeating disparaging, demeaning, and often deceitful information about other people. It destroys relationships, damages employee morale, and can poison any workplace environment. Gossip was a sport to Jennifer, one of my employees early in my business career. In meetings with her, when the names of other people came up, she would often mention something negative she claimed that person had said about me. Several of my relationships became strained due to her gossip. After she was terminated, I discovered many of her comments were lies intended to make herself look better. I have long appreciated the wisdom of Ephesians 4:29, in which the apostle Paul offered this instruction: “Let no unwholesome word proceed from your mouth, but only such a word as is good for edification according to the need of the moment, so that it will give grace to those who hear.” Here are four biblically based insights from this passage and others for helping us guard against gossip: The first insight is “Unwholesome Words.” Some time ago I participated in a radio interview hosted by someone I had not known previously. Afterward, a friend asked about how my interview went. I began criticizing the radio host’s style. Then God’s Spirit convicted me that my comments were unwholesome and potentially hurtful, undermining the radio host’s credibility. I vowed to guard my tongue in the future. Stopping workplace gossip begins with us guarding our tongue from unwholesome words. As Proverbs 21:23 teaches, “He who guards his mouth and his tongue, guards his soul from troubles.” The second insight is “Edification,” using our words for building people up, rather than

tearing them down with negative comments.Recently, a good friend asked me if I knew a Mr. Mills from my CPA days. I remembered Mr. Mills had hired me right out of college.What I recalled most was how he built up and affirmed me, even persuading me to enthusiastically do things in which I had no interest. As Romans 15:2 teaches, “Each of us is to please his neighbor for his good, to his edification.” If you desire to guard yourself against gossip, train yourself to build others up, not tear them down. The third insight is “Only Necessary Words.” Years ago, I served on the board of a new school. One day an upset parent called after hearing multiple rumors about the school’s leadership. We discovered the source of the rumors was a gossipy mother, exaggerating stories way out of proportion! James 3:8 wisely observes that, “no one can tame the tongue; it is a restless evil and full of deadly poison.” To guard against gossip and harmful words, speak only what’s necessary for the moment. The final insight is “Grace.” The clerk ringing up our groceries was speaking sharp and offensive words to my wife, Kathy. When she pointed out the offense, Kathy was met with indifference, so she pressed the clerk to acknowledge the inappropriate behavior. Upon arriving home, however, Kathy said, “I need to go back to the store and apologize to that clerk.” She did return and brought grace into a strained situation. As Colossians 4:6 says, “Let your speech always be with grace, as though seasoned with salt, so that you will know how you should respond to each person.” Seasoning our speech with grace will prevent hurt feelings and guard against spreading gossip.

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Coral Springs Museum of Art Empty Walls Fundraiser Sale

Coral Spring, FL – Coral Springs Museum of Art Announces its First Annual Empty Walls Fundraiser. With over 490 pieces of art donated by over 128 artists, there is something for everyone. All proceeds support arts programming, free museum admission, and artist services. Come out between July 11 and August 13 to catch a sneak peek at the pieces for sale in our east gallery. Join us on August 13 between 5:30 – 6:30 pm for Active Museum Members and Contributing artists and 6:30 – 8 pm for the general public and help us empty our walls. A private invite will be sent directly to Active Members and Participating artist for the VIP preview. You will need to RSVP to attend the VIP preview. Event Details FREE for Active Museum Members + Contributing Artists l $5 for Non-Mu-

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this lottery. Five winners will be chosen and will be allowed to purchase 3 items. You will have 5 minutes to shop ROUNDS 3-6 LOTTERY STYLE: All guests will be given a colored bracelet as they enter the event. Following Rounds 1 & 2, we will draw to see which bracelet color gets to begin their shop. There will be 4 rounds based on these colors. Each round will have 5 minutes to shop. FINAL ROUND: After all the rounds are complete there will be the last shop. Everyone can take one final glance and make their last purchases. Where Coral Springs Museum of Art – Inside the Center for the Arts 2855A Coral Springs Drive Coral Springs, FL 33065 Registration for the event is not required, and Masks are encouraged but optional.

Boynton Beach, FL – Department of Economic Development and Strategy will host an Economic Development Plan Public Input Meeting on Monday, July 18 at 5:30 pm both in person in the City Commission Chambers (100 E. Ocean Ave.) and virtually via GoToWebinar. The purpose of the public input meeting is to encourage Boynton Beach residents and business owners to participate in the development of an Economic Development Plan for the City. The City has partnered with Florida International University to develop a plan that will identify policies, strategies, and initiatives to create a more equitable and sustainable local economy. The plan will create a list of action based on current and projected economic data, and align policy and investments to maximize City assets to build an economy that will grow jobs and careers, strengthen commercial centers and corridors, support small businesses and entrepreneurs, and advance opportunities for economic prosperity. Register to attend the meeting virtually. Questions? Please call John Durgan, Economic Development Manager, at 561-742-6014 or email DurganJ@bbfl.us. For ADA accommodations, call 561-7426241 or Florida Relay 711.

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Top Tips for Fuel Safety Month (StatePoint) Whether you’re camping, boating or doing yard work, these are all summertime activities that need fuel. During the month of July, which is Fuel Safety Month, advocates are reminding everyone to stay safe while pumping and using fuel. “Gas prices are high and you may be cutting back, but you’ll still be using gas, diesel and kerosene, and accidents can still happen,” said Dan Marshall, vice president of marketing and business development for Scepter, the leader in fuel containers. “It’s important to follow basic fuel safety practices, at the pump, at home, and on weekend adventures.” To help people stay safe around fuel, Scepter offers some basic tips: • Never use gas to start grills or a bonfire, kill pests, or as a cleaning agent. • Never smoke near a fuel container or place it near an open flame, even if it’s empty. Gas fumes are invisible and are still potentially dangerous. One spark can cause gasoline vapors to ignite. • Keep children and pets away from fuel pumps, fuel containers and running equipment. • Use the right container: red for gasoline, blue for kerosene, yellow for diesel. • Do not remove or alter the Flame Mitigation Device (FMD) inside the opening of the fuel container in any way. • Inspect fuel containers for leaks and cracks before each fill-up. If there are any signs of aging, carefully dispose of the container and purchase a new one with essen-

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are designed to substantially exceed ASTM and CPSC minimum standards. Additionally, all Scepter portable fuel containers in the United States already include FMDs certified to the ASTM F3326 standard. • Place fuel containers on the ground during filling to avoid sparks from static electricity and spills inside the vehicle. • Only fill containers to the “fill line” to allow for expansion with changing temperatures. • Before pouring from a fuel can that has expanded in the summer heat, point the can away and vent by activating the release button while upright. Modern containers are designed to remain sealed to protect the environment from emissions and keep fuel fresh longer. • Wipe up any spills immediately. • When filling up equipment, do it outside to avoid breathing in fumes. • Never fill an engine that is running or still hot from recent use. • Store fuel containers in a dry, wellventilated place, outside the living space of your home and away from furnaces, water heaters, direct sunlight, and other sources of heat. For additional fuel safety tips and information, visit scepter.com/safety. “We want everyone to have a safe summer, and that starts with raising awareness of best safety practices around fuel,” says Marshall. “Taking the time to brush up on these precautions can help keep people, pets and property safe.”

Great Gear to Help You Check-Off Your Summer Bucket List (StatePoint) Ticking off your summer bucket list but want to pack light? Check out this round-up of hybrid gear that will take you everywhere, from mountain trails to lakeside picnics and to beach barbecues, with ease. Hike and Water Shoe Your feet do a ton of work during summer adventures and deserve to be happy in all kinds of terrain. With toe protection, traction and a footbed that conforms to the shape of your foot, the classic Newport Sandals from KEEN are not just rugged sandals you can wear while trekking on land, but also are built for activities in and around the water (and are machine washable to boot). So don’t be afraid to wear them paddleboarding, when wading in the ocean, or on any other amphibious adventure. Going hiking? They make it easy to splash through the creek, plunge into the pool of a waterfall and trudge through the mud. This original design is available in men’s, women’s and children’s sizes and in Plus

a range of colors and patterns. Hands-Free Hauling On excursions of all kinds, tasty snacks and cold drinks are a must. That’s where YETI’s Hopper M20 Backpack Soft Cooler can come in handy. Worn like a backpack to offer hands-free hauling, its ergonomic shoulder straps mean it can go where others coolers can’t. Plus, it features a magnetic closure and innovative insulation system to keep your food and drinks fresh all day. Versatile Outerwear When you’re underprepared, nothing puts a damper on an outdoor expedition like a sudden turn in weather. Select outerwear designed to keep you comfortable, come what may. The Teca Half Zip Windbreaker from Cotopaxi, great for summer adventures, packs easily into a daypack but is built for wind and light rain, so you can layer up when the moment’s right. From daytrips to road trips, the right gear will fuel your fun and support you every step of the way. www.bocaratontribune.com

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FAU, Hospital Partners Strategize on Medical Residencies, Fellowships Research from the Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida and the Florida Hospital Association estimates that Florida will be short 17,924 physicians by the year 2035. More than a decade ago, Florida Atlantic University’s Schmidt College of Medicine and Baptist Health South Florida’s Bethesda Hospital and Boca Raton Regional Hospital, and Tenet Health’s Delray Medical Center, St. Mary’s Medical Center and West Boca Medical Center, signed an agreement to form the FAU Schmidt College of Medicine Graduate Medical Education Consortium (FAU GME). Their initial goal was to ensure that the region will have an adequate and well-trained physician workforce by establishing residency programs in specialties that would serve their communities. The FAU GME has made great strides in helping to address Florida’s looming physician shortages through its five residency and four fellowship programs. More than 177 resident physicians and fellows go through these FAU programs each year. Since the inception of the first residency program in internal medicine in 2014, more than 199 physicians have graduated from these programs to practice specialties in internal medicine, surgery, emergency medicine, psychiatry, neurology, vascular surgery, cardiology, geriatric medicine, and hospice and palliative medicine in Florida and elsewhere. Approximately 50 percent of all graduates end up practicing in Florida. FAU GME leaders recently met to strategize and outline the next phase for graduate medical education and residency programs in Palm Beach County, which they will launch in

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the fall. Medical residencies take between three to seven years to complete depending on the specialty, and are required as part of the training for medical school graduates to become board-certified physicians. “We are excited to collaborate with our outstanding hospital partners on addressing key issues, challenges and opportunities relat-

ed to graduate medical education,” said Julie Pilitsis, M.D., Ph.D., dean and vice president of medical affairs, FAU Schmidt College of Medicine. “Increasing residency positions is critical to ensuring that we attract and keep physicians here to address our state’s growing and aging population needs. Our GME consortium is a key contributor to training and securing high quality physicians. Importantly, the consortium is essential to the success of our recently launched FAU Health Network – a true col-

laboration that brings together the region’s already robust health care infrastructure, to help save lives and cure diseases.” Boca Raton Regional Hospital is the primary site for FAU’s first university-sponsored residency in internal medicine with participation from Bethesda Hospital and Delray Medical Center. The general surgery training program is based at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, as well as Bethesda Hospital, Delray Medical Center, St. Mary’s Medical Center and West Boca Medical Center. The emergency medicine residency training program is based at Bethesda Hospital, St. Mary’s Medical Center and Delray Medical Center. Delray Medical Center is the primary site for FAU’s university-sponsored residency in psychiatry with participation from South County Mental Health Center, Jewish Family Services, and Boca Raton Regional Hospital. FAU’s neurology residency program is based at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. Neurology residents also have the opportunity to be involved in basic neuroscience research at FAU and work with leading clinicians at the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Marcus Neuroscience Institute. “Our inaugural residency program in internal medicine – a first for the cities of Boca Raton, Delray Beach and Boynton Beach – marked a very important milestone in bringing additional, well-trained physicians into these communities to enhance health care delivery in this region,” said Lincoln Mendez, CEO of Boca Raton Regional Hospital. “Now, we are focused on the future of the GME consortium to continue our efforts on mitigating physician

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and other health care shortages to address critical workforce needs in this region and throughout our state.” In 2020, the Kaiser Family Foundation ranked states based on the number of communities that face health professional shortages. Florida is ranked No. 5. At the top of the list is California, followed by Texas, Missouri and Alaska. According to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration, 279 communities in Florida have shortages of medical professionals in primary medicine, dental care and mental health. “Together with our GME consortium partners, we will help to ensure that we bring the latest academic and research programs to our area to train the next generation of physicians who will help to improve quality of life, contribute to lifesaving research and provide exceptional care for patients of all walks of life including the most vulnerable members of our community,” said Daniel Listi, CEO of Delray Medical Center. FAU’s residency and fellowship programs are spearheaded by Curtis Whitehair, M.D., associate dean for graduate medical education, designated institutional official and interim chair of the Clinical Neurosciences Department in the Schmidt College of Medicine. “We are committed to building premier academic medical programs to attract the best and brightest physicians to South Florida who in turn will become leaders in their fields and specialties,” said Whitehair. “Collectively, with our consortium partners, we are helping to elevate the level of care for all patients.”

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The Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship, part of the Florida State University College of Business, is accepting applications for its Spring 2023 Small Business Executive Program (SBEP) and Nonprofit Executive Program (NPEP) held in South Florida. Offered at no cost to participants, the programs are funded by The Jim Moran Foundation and Jan Moran and her late husband, automotive pioneer Jim Moran. The application deadline is Friday, September 30. The SBEP is designed for CEOs, entrepreneurs, business owners, and presidents of small businesses, while the NPEP is for executive directors, presidents, and CEOs of nonprofit organizations. Graduates emerge with the skills and training needed to turn challenges into strategic advantages, capitalize on business opportunities and implement best practice management. Participants represent a variety of industries. “Our unique programs give these leaders real world examples and tactics they can use to take their organizations to the next level,” said Jennifer Kovach, director of the Jim Moran Institute’s South Florida Operations. “There is a great deal that small business and nonprofit leaders can learn from one another and we enjoy connecting and collaborating with these groups each session.” “I enjoyed the opportunity to learn from my classmates,” said Ashley Walker of Smoothie Me Please, who is a graduate of the SBEP. “The times when everyone would share personal testimonials and how they overcame them were the truly magical moments.” The Executive Programs consist of nine sessions, each focusing on a specific aspect of growing and managing a business or nonprofit. Starting in January and running through May, the sessions are held once every two weeks from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Applicants must be actively involved in running their organization, be the key deci-

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sion-maker and their company must have been established for at least three years and have three or more employees (or volunteers for nonprofits). The program will be held at the Jim Moran Institute’s office in Broward County. Program graduates receive a certificate and have the opportunity to be a part of an ongoing peer roundtable. They are also encouraged to participate in workshops, conferences and other Jim Moran Institute events. Since 2009, the South Florida team has guided and graduated 41 classes through its executive programs. To apply for the Spring 2023 SBEP and NPEP programs, visit jimmoraninstitute. fsu.edu/programs. For more information, or to learn more about the Jim Moran Institute’s South Florida programs, contact southflorida@jimmoraninstitute.fsu.edu, call 954-546-2735 or visit jimmoraninstitute.fsu.edu. About the Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship The Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship cultivates, trains and inspires entrepreneurial leaders through world-class executive education, applied training, public recognition and leadingedge research. Jim Moran was an automotive pioneer and an entrepreneur at heart, who at the age of 7, sold soda pop at sandlot baseball diamonds in Chicago. With a career that spanned more than six decades, he built an amazing chronicle of achievements in the automobile industry. His vision for the Jim Moran Institute was to provide opportunities that would help others become more successful business owners. A 1995 contribution from Jim and Jan Moran and JM Family Enterprises established the Jim Moran Institute for Global Entrepreneurship at the Florida State University College of Business. Since 2011, further enhancements to the Jim Moran Institute and its outreach have been made possible by Jan Moran and The Jim Moran Foundation. July 22 - July 28, 2022

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Centennial Anniversary Committee Announces “Paradise Ball” For The Salvation Army Of Palm Beach County The Centennial Anniversary Committee of The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County will host “The Paradise Ball” on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the Mara-Lago Club. The historic landmark home was selected for the White tie Event due to its initial owner, Marjorie Merriweather Post, who purchased the land and constructed her residence in 1922, the same year that The Salvation Army located its offices in Palm Beach, Florida. After the stock market crash of October 1929, Marjorie Merriweather Post became deeply concerned with the plight of those affected by the hardships of Great Depression, especially the multitude of hungry people. She put her jewels into a vault, cancelled the insurance, and with the money saved she provided funds for the Marjorie Post Hutton Free Food Station. It was operated by The Salvation Army in New York City, in the area commonly known as “Hell’s Kitchen.” One newspaper described her as “Lady Bountiful” because of her gracious generosity to those less fortunate. For five years, from 1930 to 1935, thousands of grateful women and children received nourishing hot meals in dignified surroundings. “It is a joy to announce that the ‘The Paradise Ball,’ will mark the Centennial Anniversary of The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County,” said Holly Holden, Chair of the Anniversary Committee. “For this once-in-a-lifetime occasion, it is fitting that guests will enjoy splendid repasts and dancing in the elegant surroundings, built by such a wonderful philanthropist as Mar-

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jorie Merriweather Post. On behalf of the entire Committee,” continued Holden, “I am honored to invite the entire Palm Beach County Community to help the organization inaugurate a new century of dedicated service by attending our festive White tie event.” “The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County has been a vital part of the South Florida community for 100 years,” said Majors Chip and Leisa Hall. “It is, indeed, a privilege to have been selected to continue the 100-year legacy of this august location by serving, inspiring, and transforming the lives of the less fortunate as its Area Commanders. We look forward to celebrating our Centennial Anniversary with the entire Palm Beach County community at “The Paradise Ball.” Ever-increasing members of the Anniversary Committee currently include Holly Holden, Chair; Farley Rentschler, Chair of the Junior Committee; William Mikus, Chair of Salvation Army Advisory Board; Marie Davis, Advisory Board member; Paula Mikus, Salvation Army Ambassador Circle member; Dr. Frank Marangos, Director of Development and Communications; and Susan Cushing, event planner and owner of Espalier Events. For more information about The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County please call (561) 686-3530 or visit the organization’s Centennial Celebration webpage to view upcoming events and photos of various era events. Website: https://salvationarmyflorida.org/ westpalmbeach. Facebook information can be found by searching for @salarmypbco.

FAU Receives State Grant for Cybersecurity, IT Training

Florida Atlantic University was awarded more than $800,000 by the state of Florida as part of a $15.6 million initiative to prepare students and mid-career professionals for jobs in the burgeoning fields of cybersecurity and information technology. Modern dark data center, focus on the foreground, 3D render The $838,483 grant will help FAU market and grow existing cybersecurity, cryptology and business management certification courses and programs in the College of Business, the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science and the College of Engineering and Computer Science. These undergraduate and graduate courses, as well as programs, will help address a labor market shortage by encouraging more people to pursue careers in these fields. While each of the three colleges features its own cybersecurity program and set of courses, they are uniquely linked, providing flexibility to meet the needs of students. FAU also will use the grant money to fund CAREERS in Cybersecurity. The project aims to provide curricular enhancements, expanded industry collaboration and internships, K-12 outreach activities, an interactive and informative website, and a regional mass marketing campaign to reach all interested students and workers in the community. “This is a powerful partnership, having three colleges work together with industry to increase the cybersecurity workforce,” said Nancy Romance, Ed.D., FAU’s principal investigator in the College of Engineering and Computer Science and co-author of the grant proposal. The funding comes from a joint effort of the Florida Department of Education, Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Center for Cybersecurity. Cybersecurity jobs are expected to

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grow by a faster-than-average 33 percent over the next 10 years, according to a U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report cited by the governor’s office. In addition, cybersecurity-related job postings have increased by 43 percent in the past year, as reported by the CyberSeek website. “The CAREERS project provides all students and interested adults with a viable pathway to successful, high-quality jobs in cybersecurity, while also addressing the critical shortage of workers in these fields,” said Hari Kalva, Ph.D., co-author of the grant proposal and associate chair and professor in the College of Engineering and Computer Science. FAU’s award, one of 24 throughout Florida, will help the Department of Information Technology and Operations Management in the College of Business enhance its existing cybersecurity-related curriculum, said Nataliia Neshenko, Ph.D., a co-author of the grant proposal. “Today’s cybersecurity reality calls for a close collaboration between academia and industry to address the shortage of highly skilled professionals,” she said. The Charles E. Schmidt College of Science approaches cybersecurity from perhaps its most technical side, cryptography, according to Edoardo Persichetti, Ph.D., another co-author. He said the college has four cryptography professors, but a lagging enrollment in those classes. “This grant is a very important step toward establishing a healthy increase in the number of students and professionals in cybersecurity in the College of Science,” he said. FAU will work with South Florida Tech Hub, a nonprofit membership association representing more than 240 companies. Tech Hub will assist in finding career opportunities for those who complete the courses and certificate programs. Community

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Farm Share Distributes Food to PBSO PAL & Community Partner to Food-Insecure Floridians in South Renovate Home Florida Farm Share, one of Florida’s leading food nonproﬁts and the state’s largest food bank, is distributing food to food-insecure Floridians in the Miami area. Recipients will receive fresh produce and non-perishable canned goods. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, distributions are drivethru only to minimize contact and to help ensure the safety of all parties, and attendees must wear a mask and arrive in a vehicle with a trunk or cargo bed. Please ﬁnd more information about the events below. Event: Farm Share distribution with The City of Miami Mayor Francis Suarez & Commissioner Alex Diaz De La Portilla Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. until supplies last Location: Grapeland Water Park – 1550 NW 37th Ave, Miami, FL 33125, USA Event: Farm Share distribution with Greater Miami Jewish Federation Date: Friday, July 22, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. until supplies last Location: 4200 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33137, USA Event: Farm Share distribution with

Steven’s Health & Nutrition, Inc. Date: Saturday, July 23, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until supplies last Location: Greater Mt. Everett Missionary Baptist Church – 318 NW 9th St, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009, USA Event: Farm Share distribution with Recover, Restart, Refreshed, Inc. Date: Saturday, July 23, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until supplies last Location: Antioch Missionary Baptist Church – 21311 NW 34th Ave., Miami Gardens, Fla. 33056 Event: Farm Share distribution with Commissioner Manolo Reyes Date: Saturday, July 23, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until supplies last Location: West-End Park – 6030 SW 2nd St, Miami, FL 33144, USA With more than 3.9 million families suffering from food insecurity throughout Florida, Farm Share meets the everyday hunger needs of Floridians by working hand-in-hand with local farmers to recover and redistribute produce that would otherwise be thrown away due to aesthetic imperfections.

PBSO Police Athletic League, PAL Program, is a part of the National PAL Organization and a recipient of a Youth Mentoring Grant where yearly we complete a Community Service Project. This year PBSO PAL is very proud to announce we have taken our project to the next level with the help of some very generous community businesses, making it all possible. In March 2020, the Herb family suffered a devastating loss when their home in unincorporated Lake Worth was lost in a ﬁre as a result of a faulty charger and battery in the garage. Paul and Veronica Herb are an elderly couple raising their 33-year-old son who is wheelchair dependent suffering from Cerebral Palsy. The Herb family has taken guardianship of their 8 and 10 year-old grandsons who lost their mother in 2015. Through previous monetary donations, furniture/appliances, and services the Herb house has been rebuilt over the last two years. PAL stepped in completing this project in hopes of allowing the Herb family to put this ordeal behind them. Our goal is the Herb family can now enjoy their home and time together. With close to $50,000 in donations of materials and labor from community businesses that have stepped up partnering with us in this project, we have been able to provide the following: – Avante Construction: A concrete pathway from the driveway to the front door, and an additional concrete pathway leading to a side door

for an emergency egress (including all construction materials and labor) – Lansing Building Products Aluminum: Aluminum framing, screen door, screening, and all associated materials for the newly screened in patio – Rx Screening: Labor and construction of screened in patio including doors and aluminum framing – Living Water Pool Service: the pool has been cleaned out, installation of a new motor for the pool pump, installing a timer for the pool lights, installation of the pool light compactor/junction box, and the pool leak has been repaired (including all equipment & labor) – PBSO Community Policing: a wheelchair ramp has been built and installed (including all materials and labor) – Home Depot: the front of the home has been gifted beautiful curb appeal including rocks, plants, pavers, sand bags, edging, concrete paint, fencing, a side stairwell and the American Flag (all items generously donated by Home Depot.) All labor was performed by PAL staff & youth. PBSO PAL is so proud of this community service project which has been a labor of love, generosity, community, and hard work. Being able to teach the youth we mentor, “when we come together we can make anything possible” has been one of the greatest gifts we could ever instill within our youth!

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Inflation, Recession Concerns Have Many Losing Patience, Expert Says Boca Raton, FL – Consumer confidence among U.S. Hispanics plummeted in the second quarter of 2022 amid fears of rising inflation and a looming recession. The Hispanic Consumer Sentiment Index dropped to 78.3 from 92 in the first quarter, 86.7 in the fourth quarter of 2021, and 90.8 for the same quarter last year, according to the Florida Atlantic University Business and Economics Polling Initiative (FAU BEPI) in FAU’s College of Business. “Hispanic consumers have remained relatively optimistic about their financial situations despite continued inflation, but patience is beginning to wane,” said Monica Escaleras, Ph.D., director of FAU BEPI. “It is evident that four-decade-high inflation and consistent predictions of an impending recession are affecting Hispanics’ views of their personal finances and the U.S. economy in general.” FAU BEPI asked five questions of 493 respondents, and they displayed declining optimism in all five. Regarding Hispanics’ views on their personal finances, only 56 percent said they are better off financially than a year ago, down from 65 percent in the first quarter, 59 percent in the fourth quarter of 2021, and 63 percent in the same quarter a year ago. In addition, 71 percent expect to be more optimistic about their financial situations in one year, compared to 73 percent in the first quarter, 70 percent in the fourth quarter of 2021, and 74 percent during the second quarter of 2021. Only 37 percent think it is a good time to buy bigticket items, down from 50 percent in the first quarter, and 53 percent in both the fourth quarter and second quarter of 2021. As for Hispanics’ economic outlook of the U.S. economy, only 43 percent said they expect the country to experience good business conditions in the upcoming year, compared to 55 percent in the first quarter and 51 percent in both the fourth quarter

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and second quarter of 2021. In terms of the long-run economic outlook, 51 percent expect business conditions to be favorable in five years, compared to 61 percent in the first quarter, 53 percent in the fourth quarter of 2021, and 59 percent in the same quarter a year ago. The U.S. Consumer Price Index increased 9.1 percent in June from a year earlier, meaning inflation rose at a rate not seen since 1981, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported last week. Costs for gas, food, housing, electricity, medical care and new and used cars all are increasing, the data showed. The FAU poll is based on a sampling of Hispanic adults from April 1 to June 30. The margin of error was +/- 4.41 percentage points. The survey was administered using both landlines via IVR data collection and online data collection using Dynata. Responses for the entire sample were weighted to reflect the national distribution of the Hispanic population by region, gender, age, education and income, according to latest American Community Survey data. The polling results and full cross-tabulations can be viewed here. About Florida Atlantic University: Florida Atlantic University, established in 1961, officially opened its doors in 1964 as the fifth public university in Florida. Today, the University serves more than 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students across six campuses located along the southeast Florida coast. In recent years, the University has doubled its research expenditures and outpaced its peers in student achievement rates. Through the coexistence of access and excellence, FAU embodies an innovative model where traditional achievement gaps vanish. FAU is designated a Hispanic-serving institution, ranked as a top public university by U.S. News & World Report and a High Research Activity institution by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. For more information, visit www.fau.edu. Community

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Palm Health Foundation Making College Possible for Health Professions Students Amidst Financial Woes Foundation awards over $400,000 in scholarships for low-income and first-generation students striving to pursue nursing and behavioral health careers as economic challenges—and shortages—grow West Palm Beach, FL – As college enrollments continue to drop across the nation, Palm Heath Foundation is easing financial burdens for students pursuing degrees in nursing and behavioral health at colleges and universities across South Florida. Over $400,000 in scholarships were awarded to 61 undergraduate, graduate and doctorate students, who shared stories of how the lingering economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic were thwarting dreams of careers in fields that are facing devastating shortages. Many Palm Health Foundation scholarship recipients suffered financial losses during the pandemic due to job loss or reduced incomes. Hardships wiped out college savings in some cases, while others found it nearly impossible to return to intensive courses of study while having to work full time to make ends meet. “We have to make it financially feasible for students who have a passion for health professions careers to graduate and join the fields that desperately need their services,” said Patrick McNamara, president and CEO of Palm Health Foundation. “At a time when many students may feel the need to postpone or drop out of their programs, we are providing the hope and stability to realize their dreams and support the health of Palm Beach County residents while relieving their finan-

cial debt.” Palm Health Foundation’s nursing scholarship recipients range in degrees from licensed practical nurse to doctor of nursing practice, fulﬁlling shortages from bedside care to nursing education. Grad-

uates are needed across the board short term and long term. According to a recent McKinsey survey, 29 percent of responding RNs in the United States indicated they were likely to leave their current role in direct patient care, with many respondents noting their intent to leave the workforce entirely. The same study cited that if no actions are taken, there will likely be more patients in the United States who will need care than nurses available to deliver it with a gap between 200,000 to 450,000 nationwide. What’s more, nursing faculty is on the decline, resulting in fewer slots for students. The need for mental health professionals is also great. Data from Kaiser Family Founda-

tion shows the current supply of Florida’s working mental health professionals meets only 19% of the state’s need. The pandemic caused an increase in anxiety, depression, and demand for services that continues. According to EAB, job postings for social workers reached an all-time high in February 2022 across the nation and employment is expected to grow 12% from 2020 to 2030 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Nursing and behavioral health shortages existed before the pandemic, and now have become more extreme,” said McNamara. “As a community foundation for health, we believe it our responsibility to strengthen the professions that are critically important to our system of care. We invite donors to join with us in leading change for better health.” Palm Health Foundation has granted more than $3.5 million in nursing scholarships to over 1,000 nursing students for advanced education since its founding in 2001. The foundation partners with the George Snow Scholarship Fund to administer scholarships with funding provided through Pam Health Foundation’s Nursing Advancement Fund, a donation from Valley National Bank, and donor advised funds, including The Debra Coffman Howe Nursing Scholarship Fund, The B.J. and Paula Harris Scholarship Fund, The Andrew P. Barowsky Scholarship Fund, The Helen K. Persson Nursing Education Fund, The Sutton Kailey Nursing Advancement Fund, and The Joseph Dolce Surgical Nursing Scholarship Fund. The foundation’s behavioral health professions scholarship funding is provided by The Fran-

ces Fisher Scholarship Fund and The John T. Merrell Scholarship Fund. Palm Health Foundation is recognized by nursing leaders and educators for its dedication to growing and strengthening the nursing workforce in Palm Beach County since its inception in 2001. In addition to nursing scholarships, the foundation has invested more than $10 million in initiatives to build a highly skilled nursing workforce that provides care across all settings and supports optimal health in the community including care transitions and care coordination. In the area of behavioral health, the foundation’s Brain Health Innovation Fund is dedicated to strengthening the local bonds between scientiﬁc research, community supports, and quality care to transform brain health in Palm Beach County. About Palm Health Foundation Palm Health Foundation is Palm Beach County’s community foundation for health. With the support of donors and a focus on results, the foundation builds strong community partnerships, respects diverse opinions, advocates for its most vulnerable neighbors and inspires innovative solutions to lead change for better health now and for generations to come. The foundation supports health equity for Palm Beach County residents of all backgrounds, heritage, education, incomes and states of well-being. Palm Health Foundation has invested more than $89 million in Palm Beach County health since 2001. For more information about Palm Health Foundation, visit palmhealthfoundation.org or call (561) 833-6333.

A World Premiere at Empire Stage Eytan Deray’s Educating Asher Multi-talented South Florida actor and cabaret artist Eytan Deray has added playwright to the list of his accomplishments. His new play, Educating Asher, will have its world premiere at Empire Stage. The production will open at July 29th and run through August 14th at the popular Fort Lauderdale venue. “I started writing Educating Asher 5 years ago as personal therapy after ﬁnding out about a beloved teacher’s passing,” Deray explains. “Now it’s a fully realized portrait of grief, friendships between generational gaps, and the importance of teachers/mentors in our life. This play is for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, and my hope is that audiences will leave the theatre not just moved, but ready to start a much-needed conversation.” Hiding in the kitchen at a reception for a funeral, Asher is not quite sure how to process his grief over the loss of his former middle school teacher, Elliott Weiss, who he hasn’t spoken to or seen in ﬁve years. His boyfriend Mark tries to encourage him to talk to Mr. Weiss’s widower, Nick, but to no avail. Soon enough, Asher is forced to confront his grief when Elliott’s ghost appears Community

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in the kitchen with him. It’s only now that Elliott is gone that Asher can ﬁnally say everything he ever wanted to the teacher that changed his life. “Eytan’s play is deeply personal, somewhat autobiographical, and he has brought in a team of his close friends to help him tell this story,” says Educating Asher’s director Seth Trucks. “It’s been a very powerful experience, the cast is amazing, are all working beautifully together, and I cannot wait to share his play with everyone.” Trucks has cast Murphy Hayes as Elliott, Michael Harper as Mark, and Noah Levine as Nick. Eytan Deray will play Asher. Harold Petion will serve as the production’s Stage Manager. Lighting Design is by Preston Bircher, Set Design is by Johnbarry Green and Jordon Armstrong, and Sound Design is by Seth Trucks. Tickets for Educating Asher are $25 and are available online at www.empirestage.com or by calling 954-678-1496. Performances are on Friday and Saturday at 8 pm, and on Sunday at 5 pm. All performances will take place Empire Stage, 1140 N. Flagler Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. July 22 - July 28, 2022

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Taylor Smartt has joined the Florida Atlantic University softball program as an assistant coach, head coach Jordan Clark has announced. Smartt comes to the Owls after spending the last eight seasons as a member of the staff at Troy University. “Taylor is a rising star in the coaching profession,” Clark said. “The knowledge and passion she brings on both sides of the ball is unmatched. I am so thankful that she chose to become an Owl. We immediately get better on and off the field because of her.” Smartt recently served Troy as the co-interim head coach during the 2022 season. She was influential in leading the 2021 Troy squad to a 37-17 record and its first NCAA Championship Tournament appearance in 25 years. In that season, Troy’s high-powered offense ended the year fourth in the nation in doubles with 98. Smartt was a key component in the development of Kelly Horne, who broke Troy’s single-season on-base percentage record (.495). Troy put up impressive team statistics on offense of a .289 batting average, 284 runs scored (5.2 per game) and 44 home runs. “I want to thank Jordan Clark for this opportunity and belief in me to help her achieve the vision she has for this program,” Smartt said. “Following a legendary coach is challenging, but I am confident that Jordan has every attribute necessary to be a successful head coach and build on the incredible legacy Coach Joan Joyce laid for this program. I am truly honored to be joining a program with such rich and

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profound history for college softball and women’s sports. Joan Joyce broke countless barriers for us women, and it’s an honor in the 50th year of Title IX that I would have the chance to continue empowering and growing young women in that same space.” Working primarily with the Troy infielders, Smartt’s guidance led Troy to a .980 fielding percentage in 2020 which ranked sixth nationally. Smartt was a key part in the development of the Troy offense that set program single-season home run records in backto-back years, with 51 long balls in 2015 followed by 62 round-trippers in 2016. Before transitioning to the Troy coaching staff, Smartt was a four-year member of the Trojans as a studentathlete. She started 191 games and made 204 appearances throughout her career. In her freshman season, Smartt earned NFCA All-Region honors after hitting .277 with eight doubles, a triple, a home run and 17 RBIs. “The Lord has opened numerous doors and blessed me in so many ways throughout my life, and I’m genuinely grateful to be in Paradise,” Smartt said. “I am looking forward to competing for conference championships and helping our student-athletes achieve their dreams both on and off the field.” Originally from Troy, Alabama, Smartt graduated from Troy with a degree in sport and fitness management in 2014. Smartt’s appointment at FAU is pending a standard university background check.

PBA Women’s Soccer Sets Schedule For Upcoming Season

The Palm Beach Atlantic women’s soccer team has announced its 15 game schedule for the upcoming 2022 season. The schedule will feature five non-conference games followed by a ten game Sunshine State Conference slate that will see the Sailfish play eight home games at the Rinker Athletic Campus. “We are excited for the upcoming season,” head coach Chris Gnehm said. “We have a very difficult schedule with not only quality teams within the SSC and South Region, but we will face top teams from different regions. We look forward to the competition.” The Sailfish women’s soccer program is coming off their best season in program history in 2021. They finished the year with a 10-5 record overall and were 7-3 in SSC play, good for a program-best second-place finish in the league. The ‘Fish begin play on August 25 when they host Westminster College for their home and season opener. PBA wraps up the month by hosting the University of Montevallo on the 28th and Pace College on the 30th. The Sailfish play away from the RAC for

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the first time early in September as they have a two match road trip in Mississippi to face Gulf South Conference schools Delta State University on Sep. 2 and Mississippi College on Sep. 4. The ‘Fish took down Delta State 2-1 last season, with a dramatic overtime victory featuring a game-winning goal by returner Sydney Timmes. The Sailfish return home to open SSC play on Sep. 10 when they play Saint Leo. PBA plays its first SSC road match against Barry on Sept. 14 followed by an away matchup against Tampa on Sept. 17. The Sailfish host Rollins on Sept. 24 before traveling to Eckerd on Oct. 1. After playing Florida Southern at the RAC on Oct. 8, the Sailfish have a key matchup against last year’s SSC champions EmbryRiddle in Daytona on Oct. 12. PBA will look to get revenge against Florida Tech on Oct. 15. The Panthers defeated the ‘Fish the SSC tournament last season. PBA concludes its season with contests against Lynn (Oct. 19) and Nova Southeastern (Oct. 25).

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PBA Volleyball Releases 2022 Schedule

Palm Beach Atlantic volleyball has released its schedule for the upcoming 2022 season. This year’s slate features 30 matches with 20 Sunshine State Conference contests and 13 matches at Rubin Arena. The Sailfish look to make back-to-back trips to the NCAA South Region tournament. The Sailfish earned their eighth appearance in the national tournament in its return to the court in 2021. “We are very excited for this 2022 season,” head coach Doug Walters said. “Our team is very reflective of the values that we hold dear and has a mission to build a championship culture on and off the court. This year’s schedule contains two strong nonconference tournaments that will place us in a great position as we move into the SSC schedule. We are really looking forward to the trip to Pennsylvania and playing four great programs that are well coached and have had postseason success. The Hyatt Place Bash at the Beach will also welcome three fantastic opponents here in Rubin Arena with a fantastic Home Opener against an extremely tough NSIC team in St. Cloud State. Overall, we believe that this schedule puts us in a great position to have postseason success. Now, it is up to us a team to execute on that!” The Sailfish begin their season with a trip up north to Clarion, Pa. to compete in the Tony Banner Invitational. PBA’s first two matches of the season take place on August 26 when the ‘Fish take on Fayetteville State and Shippensburg. The team concludes its time up north with matches against Northwood and the hosting Clarion University. PBA hosts the Hyatt Place Bash at the Beach from Sept. 2-3. The Sailfish invite St. Cloud State, New Haven, and Barton down south to play two matches each. The ‘Fish play a primetime home opener against St. Cloud State on Sept. 2 at 7 p.m. before playing a pair of matches on Sept. 3. PBA begins its Sunshine State Conference slate with a battle between Palm Beach County rival Lynn, who also made an appearance in the South Region Tournament on Sept. 9. The gauntlet of the SSC continues with matches against 2021 South Region semi-finalists Embry-Riddle and Nova Southeastern on Sept. 16 and Sept. 20. The Sailfish play its first rematch against 2021 National Champions Tampa on Sept. 30. The Spartans defeated PBA in Sports

the Regional tournament last season. PBA travels to Birmingham, Ala. for this year’s South Region Crossover where it will face off against three Gulf South Conference opponents from Oct. 14-15 before playing the second half of its conference schedule. Overall, PBA is slated to play 12 matches against opponents who made the 2021 national tournament, playing one of the toughest schedules in the country for the second-consecutive season. The Sailﬁsh ﬁnished 2021 with an 18-14 record and an 11-9 mark in the SSC.

The late Joan Joyce, who was FAU’s head softball coach for 28 years and an icon in the sporting world, has been inducted into the Conference USA Hall of Fame, as announced by C-USA on Monday. The induction marks the 21st Hall of Fame to include Joyce as a member, following a legendary career in the sporting world. Joyce passed away on March 26, 2022. She built the FAU softball program from the ground up after taking over the reins of the team leading up to its inaugural season in 1995.

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The Owls, under Joyce’s tutelage, instantly became a contender and won eight consecutive Atlantic Sun Conference Championships from 1997-2004. Joyce tallied a career coaching record of 1,002674-1 and became only the 27th coach in NCAA Division I history to reach the thousand-win plateau. Joyce led FAU to 12 total conference championships and 11 NCAA Tournaments. The Owls posted a 102-71 record in nine seasons of Conference USA play under Joyce. The legacy of Joan Joyce goes well beyond the coaching ranks, as she is widely considered as one of the best softball pitchers of all time. She pitched professionally for the Raybestos Brakettes and holds some eye-popping statistics and accomplishments, including 150 no-hitters, 50 perfect games, 15 All-America selections, along with the record for most consecutive all-star team selections (18) and wins in a season (42). Joyce tallied a record of 753-42 as a pitcher. She was such a dominant pitcher, that two of the greatest hitters ever to walk the Earth could not hit her. Perhaps her most widely-known accomplishments were striking out both Ted Williams and Hank Aaron. A natural athlete, Joyce’s talents extended well beyond softball. She was also a professional golfer, playing on the LPGA Tour for 19 years. Joyce is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for lowest number of putts in a single round (17) for men or women. In addition to her FAU softball coaching duties, Joyce served as the Owls’ head women’s golf coach from 1996-2014. Joyce was also a standout on the hardwood in basketball and volleyball, having competed for national teams in both sports. Despite her seemingly endless list of accolades, Joyce’s ability to teach and coach the sports she loved might have been her biggest legacy. During her time at FAU, Joyce was a leader, role model and mentor to 247 student-athletes on the softball team as well as 100 student-athletes on FAU’s women’s golf team. Joyce was a pioneer for women’s athletics and an icon in the sporting world. She leaves behind a legacy and impact that will be felt for decades to come. The posthumous induction into the Conference USA Hall of Fame is another well-deserved accolade for the illustrious Joan Joyce. July 22 - July 28, 2022

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