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Fuller Center, a not-for-profit organization focused on meeting the needs of local children and families, invites the community to serve as ambassadors for local kids through its new Auxiliary Committee. Interested individuals can learn more by joining Fuller Center for a happy hour on Monday, July 10 at Yard House, 201 Plaza Real in Mizner Park in Boca Raton from 5:30 – 7 p.m. Appetizers and cocktails will be served, and tickets are $35.

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Tips to Keep Your Pets Safe Before, During & After the Storm

As the 2023 hurricane kicks off in South Florida, the animal rescue experts at American Humane, the country’s first national humane organization, are issuing key tips to help you keep yourself, your family, and your animals safe – before, during, and after a storm.

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Boca Raton Boy’s Plight Moves District to Create Inclusive Playground

PBSC faculty prepare to teach artificial intelligence across the curriculum

New 25,000 Square Foot Building Opens as Beacon of Hope for Homeless

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• After nearly two years of construction on its former headquarters, The Lord’s Place is “home for good” at the Fortin Family Campus, located at 2808 North Australian Avenue. The new 25,000-square-foot client service center is fully open and began serving clients on June 7, 2023.

• TThe Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District is about to create one of the nation’s most inclusive and accessible playgrounds. In response to constituent David Ogman’s presentation requesting a more inclusive playground for his son, Jordan, District Commissioners voted unanimously to redesign the Pirates Cove playground within Patch Reef Park to make it more accessible for special needs children

• The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) announced the upcoming arrival of “A Journey Through Time at Old School Square” with LAPS, a new temporary interactive art installation. The colorful, interactive, and playful installation, which features six giant hourglass modules that reach nearly eight feet in height, will debut in Florida with its arrival on Thursday, June 22, in Delray Beach. A kick-off celebration will take place on Friday, June 23 from 5:00pm to 6:00pm and include an overview presentation in addition to live music. The exhibit is part of “Summer at the Square,” a months-long series of exciting summer happenings at Old School Square in downtown Delray Beach.

• Fuller Center, a not-for-profit organization focused on meeting the needs of local children and families, invites the community to serve as ambassadors for local kids through its new Auxiliary Committee. Interested individuals can learn more by joining Fuller Center for a happy hour on Monday, July 10 at Yard House, 201 Plaza Real in Mizner Park in Boca Raton from 5:30 – 7 p.m. Appetizers and cocktails will be served, and tickets are $35.

• Everyone from families and window shoppers to car aficionados will enjoy the 11th Annual Mizner Park Downtown Drive Car Show on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mizner Park, 327 Plaza Real. Admission is FREE.

• The Public Safety Training Center on Palm Beach State College’s Lake Worth campus was selected by the Florida Association of the American Institute of Architects as a distinguished example of public safety architecture in the state. It is now a candidate in the 2023 People’s Choice competition, which this year is a tribute to the architecture that is keeping Florida safe.

• Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards (GLCS), an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that promotes sea turtle and coastal conservation, today

announced the exclusive and free Boca Raton screening of “We’re All Plastic People Now,” a film that investigates the hidden story of plastic and its effects on human health, presented by GLCS.

• Florida Atlantic University’s College of Education has received a three-year $1.5 million grant through the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities (FCSUA) for the FAU Academy for Community Inclusion. The funds will help sustain the academy, an approved Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program (FPCTP) that serves the community through continuing employment and independent living skills opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities. Unemployment and under-employment for people with intellectual disabilities far exceed the norm – less than 10 percent of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities are employed in integrated settings. In addition, adults with intellectual disabilities in Florida make the lowest annual earnings of any disability population, earning approximately $30,000 annually.

• As a part of Comcast’s commitment to supporting local communities, and its strong connection to the military community and its veteran employees and their families, it has a special program to replace American flags at homes and businesses in Palm Beach County.

• Earlier this year, Palm Beach State College was honored with the esteemed Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cyber Defense designation. This is a mark of national recognition that highlights the college’s dedication to providing an exceptional standard of cybersecurity education. The recognition was amplified during an awards presentation on June 7 at the National Initiative for Cyber Security Education Conference held in Seattle. The event offered a platform for our program principals to network, stay updated on community developments, and present their research to the larger cybersecurity community.

• The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) recently appointed a representative from Florida Atlantic University to serve in an official committee role for the first time in its history.

• After nearly two years of construction on its former headquarters, The Lord’s Place is “home for good” at the Fortin Family Campus, located at 2808 North Australian Avenue. The new 25,000-squarefoot client service center is fully open and began serving clients on June 7, 2023.

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Boca Raton Boy’s Plight Moves District to Create Inclusive Playground

The Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District is about to create one of the nation’s most inclusive and accessible playgrounds.

In response to constituent David Ogman’s presentation requesting a more inclusive playground for his son, Jordan, District Commissioners voted unanimously to redesign the Pirates Cove playground within Patch Reef Park to make it more accessible for special needs children.

“I never in my wildest dreams thought that the Boca Raton Beach and Park District would hear Jordan’s voice and would reach out and say, ‘Let’s build an inclusive park.’” David said

Like most 7-year-olds, Jordan loves playgrounds. Located about a mile from his house, Pirates Cove has always been his favorite.

“Everyone knows it’s so fun,” Jordan said. “It’s so fun. It’s so fun. Everyone knows.”

Jordan’s exceedingly rare genetic condition limits his physical and cognitive development, preventing him from enjoying many common playground amenities.

As a result David and wife Stacey, along with Jordan’s 10-yearold sister, Kira, have traveled much of the United States searching for playgrounds Jordan can enjoy alongside other able bodied children.

When David posted a photo of one such playground – the Miracle League’s

Warner Park in Chattanooga, Tenn. – on social media, the pictures found their way to District Commissioner Steve Engel’s feed.

“I felt like, Why can’t we have something like that here?” Engel said. Engel invited David to speak to District Commissioners during a recent public meeting. All were moved

by the family’s plight.

“This is something that the area needs and something that they want,” Engel said. “So we’re going ahead with it.”

David and District representatives have already met with an architect to begin the design process.

Some likely improvements include replacing the wood chip ground cover –which can cause some to trip – with padded artificial turf; adding backs to some swings; and leveling the Pirates Cove ground.

New equipment will likely be lower to the ground, making it more accessible for all children.

“There is so much joy in the disability community knowing that Patch Reef Park is going to become an inclusive park,” Stacey said. “And I have to say, the commissioners and the people involved on the planning commission have been nothing but kind, and supportive, and absolutely wonderful to work with. I am astounded at how everybody has come on board and has been supportive of this.”

Delray’s Orchard View Students Benefited from the Boca West Children’s Foundation

The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) announced the upcoming arrival of “A Journey Through Time at Old School Square” with LAPS, a new temporary interactive art installation. The colorful, interactive, and playful installation, which features six giant hourglass modules that reach nearly eight feet in height, will debut in Florida with its arrival on Thursday, June 22, in Delray Beach. A kick-off celebration will take place on Friday, June 23 from 5:00pm to 6:00pm and include an overview presentation in addition to live music. The exhibit is part of “Summer at the Square,” a months-long series of exciting summer happenings at Old School Square in downtown Delray Beach.

The hourglass exhibit will be on display in Old School Square Park (on the main green area) in Downtown Delray Beach, and be on view day and night, through July 30, 2023. The art pieces will give guests a chance to turn time forward and backward as they maneuver a large wheel on each hourglass at their own pace. Vivid lights and sounds will radiate from the pieces as the sand glides back and forth in motion to mark time saved and spent at the location. The message of the installation is that because everyone gets to choose the time they want to spend at the exhibit, each is a keeper of their own passage of time.

“We are excited to be the first in

the State of Florida to bring this outdoor art installation to our vibrant downtown, and we are eager to offer our entire community the opportunity to engage with public artwork in such a fun, interactive way,” said Laura Simon, Executive Director of the Delray Beach DDA. “The installation will give Delray Beach residents and visitors a chance to view time in a unique way while offering another way to experience Downtown Delray Beach while enjoying our restaurants, retail, amenities, and much more this summer.”

“A Journey Through Time at Old School Square” with LAPS installation is part of an ongoing series of activations designed to create moments of surprise and delight at Old School Square. The DDA officially took over operations, management, curating and permitting for all events, programs, exhibitions and activities on the Old School Square campus as of March 1, 2023.

The LAPS exhibit was designed and created in Montreal, Canada in 2022 by Olivier Landreville, with sound and light design by Serge Maheu. Structure and engineering were provided by Maintenance Industries Meca-Fab Inc. The interactive installation is produced by Init and Creos. Prior to its appearance in Delray Beach, Florida, LAPS was presented in Montreal, Canada; Des Moines, ID; Ottawa, Canada; and Denver, CO.

Fuller Center Invites Community to Serve as Ambassadors for Local Kids Through its New Auxiliary Committee

Fuller Center, a not-for-profit organization focused on meeting the needs of local children and families, invites the community to serve as ambassadors for local kids through its new Auxiliary Committee. Interested individuals can learn more by joining Fuller Center for a happy hour on Monday, July 10 at Yard House, 201 Plaza Real in Mizner Park in Boca Raton from 5:30 – 7 p.m. Appetizers and cocktails will be served, and tickets are $35.

The Fuller Auxiliary Committee is a working committee designed for volunteers to channel their expertise, enthusiasm, and innovation to achieve the greatest possible impact benefiting our children, families, and our community. Members of the Committee will serve as champions for local children in need, ambassadors to the community, and advocates for working families.

Volunteers and ambassadors will share this experience and network with other like-minded people that will help to recruit volunteers and mentors, assist in organizing fundraising events, participate in and identify speaking en-

gagements, and raise awareness of the Fuller Center mission: to embrace, educate, and empower hardworking, under-resourced families and children to achieve their full potential.

“The Fuller Auxiliary Committeewas designed for volunteers to channel their expertise, enthusiasm, and innovation to make the greatest possible impact for the children and families of the Fuller Center,” said Ellyn Okrent, CEO of Fuller Center. “Join us for an evening of engaging discussion as we develop this concept together!”

The community’s participation will have a direct impact by ensuring local children and their families flourish socially, emotionally, and academically–the foundation for lifelong success. Experience the gratification and joy of knowing that your efforts will assist our children and their families to become active members of our society. Volunteers and ambassadors will share this experience and network with other like-minded people helping to reverse the cycle of poverty for many children and families in our community.

11th Annual Downtown Drive Car Show Returns to Mizner Park on Father’s Day

Everyone from families and window shoppers to car aficionados will enjoy the 11th Annual Mizner Park Downtown Drive Car Show on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mizner Park, 327 Plaza Real. Admission is FREE.

More than 100 cars, including antiques, classics, street rods, custom builds, race cars, sports cars, imports, hand-built cars and one-of-a-kind autos from 1900 to present day, will be on display.

Boca’s own Michael Rolleri from Sal-

vage 2 Savage will be on-hand with two of his custom builds. Rolleri’s shop has a large following with 206,000 YouTube subscribers.

New this year is a Touch-a-Truck component at the east parking lot, adjacent to the Mizner Park Amphitheater where kids and families can enjoy getting up close and personal with various largescale trucks, as well as service, utility and public service vehicles.

Take a unique family photo at a “selfie station” backed with a 1953 five-win-

dow Chevy 3100 truck adorned with fresh tropical blooms and palm fronds to showcase the ultimate summertime vibe. Suggested donations will be accepted to benefit Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida.

A car-themed craft activity station will be set up under the Clock Tower for kids ages 10 and under.

All money raised through car show entry fees and donations will benefit Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida. For more information, visit www. miznerpark.com or call (561) 362-0606.

A small, generous offer you make to a poor or homeless person does not lose its value for that reason when you happen to extend a similar gesture toward others of a higher status in society. The ultimate worth of what you provide is in the contribution made, and the sincerity of heart with which it was presented!

Kindness is a quality which is to be shared indiscriminately to every fellow human, regardless of one’s station in life. It can be a friendly greeting at a public place, the answer to an inquiry made, directions provided to a certain location, a personal word of cheer, or anything else, great or small, which can contribute to one’s wellbeing at that moment, on that day!

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Don’t Neglect Little Acts of Caring!

Furthermore, acts of caring and kindness do make a positive difference in the life of the one who receives it without leaving the one who gives it unrewarded. As I often say, there’s no kindness you extend to others that won’t come back to you in multiplied ways! Any good deed has the quality of a boomerang. It’s also a seed which keeps on yielding a rich harvest, many times over!

No one should be exalted on account of giving neither must anyone be diminished as the one receiving. It is a privilege to participate in the give and take which is indispensable in the smoother functioning of any society. As social creatures, all are responsible to one’s neighbor as positive affirmation of divine mandates, and as contributions for

peace on earth through mutual aid! “People are thankful for acts of kindness, no matter how little,” as wisely observed.

Never consider as too small something which will make an indelible, permanent impression in another life, which you can rather easily accomplish! By the same token, receive with joy and gratitude whatever good that is extended to you even if below your own standards or short of your immediate need.

I still have in my files drawings made by my children when they were small, which so lovingly they offered to me after completion. I continue to collect similar expressions of love from my young grandsons who also draw something on paper, or cut and paste to offer me! Frequently I show those to them

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as proof of my appreciation, my love, my respect, and as a stimulus for them to act in this fashion toward others as well. “The ripples of kindness keep going out indefinitely” as Dr. James R. Kok recorded in one of his books.

“It is more blessed to give than to receive,” but those who receive anything also need to give the sincere gratitude of their heart to anyone who presents them with such gift, albeit insignificant as it may ultimately be! It’s often easier to open our wallets or checkbooks and make a contribution to people and causes we shall never physically see; it’s far more impacting when our offers are accompanied by our physical presence as well!

The Amazing Power Of Pleasant Words

ed and encouraged by companies and organizations around the globe, that it were to become the rule rather than the exception?

spend many of our waking hours. Here are some things the Old Testament book of Proverbs says about the amazing power of pleasant words:

After she thanks a server for their service, Kathy usually finds something about them to praise and encourage. By the time we leave, Kathy has a new friend, and her new friend has been encouraged and filled with joy.

Have you ever done something like that? Or have you been the beneficiary of someone else’s kindness verbalized in a similar way? Can you imagine what could happen if this philosophy of seeking to uplift people verbally were adopt-

The contemporary marketplace is filled with workplaces that are greatly understaffed; the workers there constantly feel high levels of stress. Discouragement, frustration, anger and anxiety are the most common emotions in many work settings. The prevailing philosophy, sadly, seems to be, “If you can’t say something bad, don’t say anything at all.”

But this does not have to be the case where we work. Today would be a good day for each of us to take the initiative to pass along some pleasant words and encouragement to others. We might not be able to change the environment of the marketplace in general, but we can make a difference where we work and

The pain many people are experiencing is not only physical. From the outside, many people seem to be doing well. When asked, “How are you doing?” they may even respond, “I’m fine.” But often, deep inside they are carrying deep pain and nursing considerable emotional hurts. “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones” (Proverbs 17:22).

Kind words can carry almost medicinal value. What we say can sometimes do greater good than we could imagine. “An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up” (Proverbs 12:25). “Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones” (Proverbs 16:24).

Food nourishes us physically; encouraging words can nourish emotionally. Perhaps more than ever, people in the workplace are starving for affirmation, encouragement, and genuine understanding.

“The tongue of the righteous is choice silver, but the heart of the wicked is of little value. The lips of the righteous nourish many, but fools die for lack of judgment” (Proverbs 10:20-21).

Our words can be as valuable as our work. In the workplace we typically are evaluated based on the visible and tangible quality of the work we perform. But the impact of the words we express to one another can be of immeasurable value and importance. “From the fruit of his lips a man is filled with good things, as surely as the work of his hands rewards him” (Proverbs 12:14).

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My wife, Kathy, makes it a habit to stop people wearing a military or police uniform and thank them for their service. Lately, she has begun doing the same thing with waiters and waitresses. I have noticed many restaurant employees seem to be feeling overwhelmed lately, resulting in more opportunities for Kathy to utilize her gift of encouragement.

By: Robert J. Tamasy DAILY BREAD

The Success ‘Recipe’ Requires The Right Ingredients

My cooking “skills” are extremely limited. I cook a hotdog, open a can of soup and heat it up, and I can fry or scramble an egg. However, I am blessed having a wife whose capabilities at cooking are much greater than she likes to admit. So, I do not lack for having good things to eat.

Even though I am not a cook, I do appreciate the value of recipes. The right ingredients mixed in the proper amounts are important. If ingredients are missing, even the most celebrated chef cannot compensate for what is lacking. It is much the same in business. A successful company is largely the product of the right “recipe,” with all the necessary ingredients mixed in proper proportions.

If you were to write down the “recipe” your organization has been using, what would it be? For most businesses, the ingredients would include people, plans, projections, preparations, productivity, and profits. In English, each of these begins with the letter P. However, it has been my observation that in many cases, one critical ingredient is left out, one that also begins with a P: Prayer.

More than 40 years ago, I joined the staff of CBMC as editor and then publications director. One of my most enjoyable – and enlightening – responsibilities was to interview and write articles about business and professional leaders dedicated to living out their faith in the workplace. All were unique individuals serving in a vast array of vocational pursuits. But in their pursuit of success, they shared one common practice: They prayed.

Most of them did not pray for tangible success or victory over their competitors. They

prayed for wisdom and guidance in how to build their businesses. They prayed for their employees. They prayed for God to provide solutions to problems they encountered. Most of all, they prayed that they and their companies would serve as good witnesses for God in their communities (Acts 1:8), as well as effective ambassadors for Jesus Christ with whomever they encountered each day (2 Corinthians 5:20).

Here is just a sampling of what the Bible teaches about prayer as part of the “recipe” for our daily lives:

Prayer is continuous, not an occasional activity. We can set aside specific times for concentrated prayer and meditation, but praying is something we can do every minute of every day, regardless of the setting. “Pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17).

We can pray about anything and everything. There are no limits or boundaries for what we can pray about or how we should pray. We can freely express our needs, concerns and even fears to God, regardless of the circumstances involved. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God” (Philippians 4:6).

God promises to answer the prayers of His children. Jesus taught that a direct byproduct of a personal relationship with Him was to pray for whatever we needed – according to His will – and we could have the assurance of having our prayers answered. “If you abide in Me and My words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it shall be done for you” (John 15:7).

PBSC’s Public Safety Training Center named a finalist in AIA Florida 2023 People’s Choice Competition

June is Men’s Health Month: Life Expectancy is Lower than Women’s, Regular Screening Could Help

Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards (GLCS), an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that promotes sea turtle and coastal conservation, today announced the exclusive and free Boca Raton screening of “We’re All Plastic People Now,” a film that investigates the hidden story of plastic and its effects on human health, presented by GLCS.

In an era of throw-away ease, convenience has cost us our well-being. Plastics have been found inside our bodies— in our colons, our brains, in developing embryos and even in breast milk. Scientists around the country are sounding the alarm, but without public education and investment, there is little that can be done. The provocative film, “We’re All Plastic People Now,” asks the question, how much evidence do we need before we decide to take action?

“Part of our mission as an organization is to inspire people to support stewardship and I can’t think of a better way than to bring awareness to this gripping issue,” said John Holloway, President & CEO of Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards. “Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards is proud to bring ‘We’re All Plastic People Now’ and its mes-

sage to our community, and we hope it inspires many to do their part in protecting our environment.”

WHEN: Wednesday, June 21 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm; Screening starts at 6:00pm; Discussion and Q&A with director and expert panelists to follow at 7:00pm.

WHERE: Cinemark Palace 20, 3200 Airport Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431

WHO: Film Director Rory Fielding, Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards leadership team and board, Expert Panelists

DETAILS: “We’re All Plastic People Now” is directed by Rory Fielding, an award-winning professional and investigative reporter, and features an introduction by actor and environmentalist Ted Danson. The compelling film details the environmental damage plastics are causing and features a cameo appearance by a sea turtle at the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center in Boca Raton.

COST: Admission is free. Tickets are limited. RSVP is required; reserve your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/film-premiere-were-all-plastic-people-now-tickets-647080775017

The Public Safety Training Center on Palm Beach State College’s Lake Worth campus was selected by the Florida Association of the American Institute of Architects as a distinguished example of public safety architecture in the state. It is now a candidate in the 2023 People’s Choice competition, which this year is a tribute to the architecture that is keeping Florida safe.

Designed to engage the public in discussions about architecture, the People’s Choice competition is held annually by AIA Florida and the Florida Foundation for Architecture. The competition has generated more than 12 million votes since its inception in 2012.

Voting is open to the public and begins at noon Eastern on Friday, June 16, and ends at 11:59 p.m. Eastern on Friday, July 28. Vote at FloridaPeoplesChoice.org.

Voters will have a choice of 28 buildings from across the state that are dedicated to public safety. The Public Safety Training Center, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, is the only college building in the competition and was previously nominated for this award in 2014.

“This facility is an exceptionally sophisticated architectural design,” said Kirk Stetson, facilities plan -

ning manager at PBSC. “It includes an homage to 9/11 in the skewing of the entry walkway at 9⁰ 11’, punctuated with blue walkway mini-lights signifying the ‘thin blue line’ of law enforcement. The open proximity to the PBSC Fire Academy Training area encourages cross-communication among fire, EMS and criminal justice students as they prepare to become emergency providers, fostering a fellowship of common effort.”

All structures of the Public Safety Training Center were designed by Stephen Boruff, AIA, Architects + Planners, Inc. and constructed by Balfour Beatty, Inc. The facility’s driving range with skid pad was constructed by Fastrack MCI.

“Through design, architects have the ability to create spaces to enhance the human experience while protecting the health, safety and welfare of our communities—tools essential to supporting first responders as they face the daily call to serve,” said AIA Florida President Beverly Frank, AIA, LEED AP. “As a vital part of the planning process, architects collaborate with key members to identify challenges, develop solutions and ensure our communities have tangible resources crucial to sustaining a thriving community.”

Water Contaminants Can Impact Child Health. Here’s How to Remove Them

Clean, safe drinking water is essential for human health, especially for children, who are particularly vulnerable to certain contaminants. Local, state and federal policy has had some success in helping clean up drinking water supplies, but there are new reports of emerging contaminants linked to child development. Here’s what to know about some of the most common water contaminants linked to child health, along with information about how to filter them:

• PFAS: According to Environmental Working Group scientists, the presence of Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in American drinking water is much wider spread than previously thought. Contamination of drinking water or ground water has been detected at almost 1,400 sites in 49 states. This large class of chemicals -- which includes perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) -- is added to a range of products and packaging. They are collectively referred to as “forever chemicals” because they don’t break down easily and can last thousands of years. They can also build up in the human body. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the blood of nearly all Americans is contaminated with PFAS. A new medical research study recently reported PFAS is

altering hormonal and metabolic pathways needed for child growth and development.

• Lead: The effects of lead contamination in water have become more well known since the crisis in Flint, Mich. be-

everyone, even minimal exposure can have a significant impact on children, and has been linked to nervous system damage, impaired hearing, learning disabilities and impaired blood cell function..

While the health effects of microplastics are still largely unknown, they are emerging as a common drinking water contaminant to be aware of.

Some Solutions

To learn about the contaminants found in your drinking water, you can access the Environmental Working Group’s Tap Water Database. No matter what you learn, it’s a good idea to filter your water.

Many home water filters only filter certain contaminants. It’s important to look for a water filter that removes chemicals including PFAS, heavy metals including lead, and that provides broader protection against emerging contaminants such as microplastics. One option is the pitcher filters and dispenser filters offered by LifeStraw, which remove not only lead, PFAS and microplastics, but also bacteria, parasites and a variety of emerging contaminants, including pharmaceuticals.

came widely reported on in 2016. However, the Environmental Protection Agency estimates that there are between 6 to 10 million lead service lines still use in the country. When pipes that contain lead corrode, lead can enter drinking water. Harmful to

5 Ways to Show

U.S. military service members are ready to be called upon at any time to protect the country, and May, which is Military Appreciation Month, is the perfect opportunity to express gratitude for their sacrifices

Military Appreciation Month was initially recognized by a U.S. Senate resolution in 1999. Although the entire month is designated to honoring past and present military members and their families, there are several holidays sprinkled throughout the month that honor service members, including Loyalty Day, VE Day, Military Spouse Appreciation Day, Mother’s Day, Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day.

“This year in particular, many more service members are overseas supporting NATO due to war in Ukraine. These deployments should be a reminder to all Americans of the importance of expressing our gratitude to the men and women in the military who sacrifice so much for us,” says Christopher Plamp, United Service Organizations (USO) senior vice president of Operations, Programs, and

• Microplastics: Microplastics are fragments of plastic pollution, which are harmful to water ecosystems and unhealthy to consume. Microplastics are found in both tap and bottled water and in a 2022 study, were noted to be found in human blood.

When it comes to child health, PFAS and lead contamination in drinking water is a concerning problem at the local and national level. Fortunately, household solutions exist to make water safer for individuals and families.

Your Support This Military Appreciation Month

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With its long history of keeping America’s military service members connected to family, home and country, the USO is providing five ideas for how to honor and support service members and their families.

1. Say “Thank You.” The simplest way to support service members is to thank them for their service. According to the Blue Star Families 2022 Military Family Lifestyle Survey, only onethird of active-duty families feel a sense of belonging to their local civilian community.

You can send a message of support and encouragement to service members through the USO’s website.

“Acknowledging the immense challenges of military life can have a real, positive impact. The simple act of thanks can

show military members that their work is valued and appreciated,” says Plamp.

2. Send a Care Package. Sending care packages with items such as snacks and hygiene products lets service members know that the American people are thinking of them, even from thousands of miles away. The USO Care Package program simplifies the process of sending military care packages, which can be complicated. You can support this program by making a monetary donation to the USO. Another option is to check out the USO Wishbook, where you can select a symbolic gift, such as a USO Care Package, from a catalog to be sent to service members. In 2022, the USO delivered 200,000 of these care packages globally.

3. Support Military Spouses. Deployments are challenging for military spous-

es. Aside from being separated from their loved ones, military spouses must also shoulder household responsibilities alone. For military families with children, this can be even more difficult. Offer to cook a family dinner or pick up groceries. Even simply reaching out to ask how they are doing can make a difference.

4. Volunteer. There are many challenging, but rewarding volunteer opportunities that serve the men and women in uniform, including with the USO, where you will see the impact of your support firsthand. Many USO locations need volunteers who can facilitate programs and events, and help ensure the military community has the resources and support they need to carry out their missions.

5. Donate. Show your support through the annual USO T-shirt campaign, which raises funds for the USO’s mobile and center operations, programs and entertainment, transition services and more. The campaign also builds awareness and understanding of military families. To learn more, visit https://www.uso.org/tshirt.

OBITUARY

Raymond W. Hopkins

Raymond W. Hopkins of Glen Rock, NJ, Sea Girt, NJ and Highland Beach, FL, passed away on June 13, 2023—his 81 st birthday—surrounded by his adoring family. Ray was born on June 13, 1942, in New York City, to Joseph and Patricia Hopkins, and was the oldest of their nine children.

Ray is survived by his one and only love Maureen Hopkins, his wife of 58 years, and children Raymond Michael (Marci) Hopkins of Wyckoff, NJ; Mary Beth (Steve Breckenridge) Hopkins of Wyckoff, NJ; and Kristen (Aldo) DiTrolio of Succasunna, NJ. Ray’s eight grandchildren are Matthew Hopkins, Grace Hopkins, Meghan Cece, Molly Cece, Patrick Cece, Ryan DiTrolio, Mia DiTrolio, and Christopher DiTrolio. Ray is also survived by all eight of his siblings: Judy Cotter of Highland Beach, FL; Peter (Barbara) Hopkins of Berwyn, PA; Christine (Kenny Powers) Hopkins of San Rafael, CA; Paul Hopkins of Rye, NY; Irene Hopkins of Camden, ME; Dale (Christiaan Wagener) Hopkins of Los Angeles; Joanne Hopkins of Duxbury, MA; and Jim Hopkins of Pompano Beach, FL.

Additionally, Ray is survived by numerous nieces and nephews: John Cotter, Peter Hopkins, Keith Hopkins, Eric Hopkins, Julia Hopkins Becker, Joseph Powers, William Powers, Caroline Healy, Alexandra Winsper, Dale Winsper, Lindsay Charland, Daria Charland, Patrick Charland, Connor Charland, Holland Wagener Peters, and August Wagener.

Ray is the beloved patriarch of a large and close-knit Irish family, consisting of over 60 members. A heartwarming family tradition is that each Thanksgiving for the past 35+ years, the Hopkins Family gathers for a 3-day weekend in Westchester County, NY. This tradition was initiated by Ray’s parents, and he has made it a point to continue it even after their passing. The highlight of this annual weekend event is Thanksgiving Day itself at Siwanoy Country Club in Bronxville, NY. The only thing that exceeds the beer and wine over these three days is the laughs and love that are shared by all.

Ray served from 1983 through 2009 as Executive Vice President of Mechanical Contractors Association of New York, Inc. (MCA), an industry trade group that acts as the voice of the mechanical and sprinkler contracting industry in New York City and Long Island. Ray joined MCA in 1970, working for his father Joe, who was also a leader at MCA for many decades. During his nearly forty years at MCA, Ray represented hundreds of union Mechanical and Fire Sprinkler Contractors and Mechanical Service Contractors in the HVAC, Fire Sprinkler, Welding, and Refrigeration Industries.

Comcast Program Replacing Worn US Flags in Palm Beach County

As a part of Comcast’s commitment to supporting local communities, and its strong connection to the military community and its veteran employees and their families, it has a special program to replace American flags at homes and businesses in Palm Beach County.

Comcast technicians working in neighborhoods throughout Palm Beach County take note of locations of worn-out US flags flying at homes and local businesses. They then share that information with the Flag Replacement program team members, who in turn reach out to the homeowners or businesses. They offer to replace the American flag, free of charge, as well as retire the old flag in accordance with military protocols. Any home or business is eligible for the program, not just those that are

subscribed to Comcast services.

The program is run by Comcast’s Veteran Network (VetNet) Employee Resource Group, an organization within the company that connects active military, veterans, military family members and military supporters.

“It is a privilege for us to recognize the significance of the American flag to everyone in our communities, as well as honor our veterans active-duty military members, through our Flag Replacement Program,” said Comcast Human Resources Director and VetNet Executive Sponsor Tammie Dunlop-Lyon.

“It is also extremely meaningful and fulfilling for employees involved in the program who are also veterans, including myself.”

Among Ray’s major accomplishments at MCA was his work on behalf of the Enterprise Association of Steamfitters Local Union 638. He handled all the contract negotiations for the Steamfitters union and was instrumental in developing and implementing several major initiatives that improved the lives of union members in terms of their health, finances, and education. At his core, Ray cared about people and in particularly those that were less fortunate. It is therefore why Ray was particularly proud of helping form the Steamfitting Industry Assistance Program; the Steamfitting Industry Scholarship Program; and the Retirement Seminar for Steamfitters and Service Fitters.

Ray, along with Jack Torpey, Local 638 President, and Kevin Driscoll who managed the Steamfitter Funds, created a Charity: 100 Who Care. This charity, which strived to deliver funds to small charities in need, continues to this day with one event, a golf outing. In keeping with Ray’s patience level, the outing was limited to 100 players to speed things up. Ray once had a vanity NJ license plate “HURRYUP.”

Ray had a larger-than-life personality,

which served him well in the rough and tumble world of NYC trade union negotiations. He was known to hammer out many a contract at the corner table of the recently closed I Trulli restaurant in Manhattan or over a round of golf at his beloved Hackensack Golf Club in Oradell, NJ. At Hackensack GC, Ray was legendary for emceeing the annual Clambake Dinner for 15 straight years. Ray had the room doubled over in laughter with his colorful jokes. Many of the member’s guests thought the club hired an outside comedian. The event became so popular that the club extended the Clambake to two consecutive evenings, with the highlight being Ray’s stand-up act each evening.

Ray Hopkins – a loyal husband, wonderful father, grandfather, brother, uncle and a friend to many will be greatly missed. Truly, a one-of-a-kind type of guy.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to New York-Presbyterian Development, 850 Third Avenue, 12 th Floor, New York, NY 10022 or via online at nyp.org/giving in honor/memory of Raymond Hopkins. Any questions or assistance, please contact Ashley. Rhodes@paramount.com

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 20th from 4:00-8:00PM at Vander Plaat Funeral Home, 257 Godwin Ave, Wyckoff, NJ (www.vpfh.com). Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, June 21st at 10:00AM at St. Catharine Church, 905 South Maple Ave, Glen Rock, NJ.

Palm Beach State College lauded for National Excellence in Cyber Defense

security Education.

Hadley and Owusu joined thought leaders from around the country in the public and private sectors, to discuss solutions to preparing a skilled cybersecurity workforce.

Owusu and Ariel Contreras, cybersecurity lab manager, who played a pivotal role in achieving this commendation through their tireless effort and commitment.

Earlier this year, Palm Beach State College was honored with the esteemed Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cyber Defense designation. This is a mark of national recognition that highlights the college’s dedication to providing an exceptional standard of cybersecurity education.

The recognition was amplified during an awards presentation on June 7 at the National Initiative for Cyber Security Education Confer-

ence held in Seattle. The event offered a platform for our program principals to network, stay updated on community developments, and present their research to the larger cybersecurity community.

John Hadley, interim associate dean, of business and computer science, and Dr. Theo Owusu, professor and member of the cybersecurity faculty, were on hand to accept the CAE certificate presented in support of the National Initiative for Cyber-

Marín Ruiz Representing FAU On Prestigious Aplu Committee

The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) recently appointed a representative from Florida Atlantic University to serve in an official committee role for the first time in its history.

Sandra D. Marin Ruiz, Ed.D., assistant vice president for Innovation and Business Development and the regional director of the Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at FAU, was named to a three-year term as an APLU Commission on Economic and Community Engagement (CECE) executive committee member. In this position, she will develop and lead member-led projects while working with the APLU to help shape the direction of the commission and advise around funded research and initiatives.

“I am honored to work with this selected group of professionals with expertise in international, economic and community engagement,” Marín Ruiz said. “This is the foundation for enhancing our economy with the support of

higher education institutions.”

Marín Ruiz currently oversees FAU’s economic development mission at the Florida SBDC, the Florida Apex Accelerators, and in the community-engagement program, “Grassroots.” In addition, she heads the effort for the APLU Innovation and Economic Prosperity Universities for FAU, in collaboration with the Division of Research and multiple initiatives across its campuses.

“Florida Atlantic’s award-winning Innovation and Business Development programs are a key part of the University’s research enterprise and are designed to fuel regional and state economic development,” said Gregg Fields, Ph.D., interim vice president for research at FAU. “We are thrilled that Dr. Marín Ruiz is part of the APLU’s CECE executive committee, so she can share our unique model among peers and also learn best practices for continued success and development of our programs.”

“We are incredibly proud to hold the CAE designation. This acknowledgment exemplifies our unwavering commitment to providing our students with a top-tier cybersecurity education that equips them for the real-world challenges they will face,” said Dr. Don Gladney, interim dean of bachelor’s degree programs at Palm Beach State.

Acknowledgment is extended to the hardworking team of Gladney,

The CAE designation, handed down by the National Centers of Academic Excellence, acknowledges institutions that are deeply committed to cybersecurity education. With this recognition, Palm Beach State students can look forward to a wealth of benefits, such as attracting top-tier employers, heightened visibility in the field, and access to unique internships, scholarships, and government opportunities.

PBSC faculty prepare to teach artificial intelligence across the curriculum

Palm Beach State College faculty have embarked on the challenge to incorporate artificial intelligence content into every area of study to prepare all PBSC students for an AI future.

The “AI Across the Curriculum” collaborative initiative between Palm Beach State and the University of Florida completed its first phase on May 25. The two-week immersive training, held at the Palm Beach Gardens campus, brought together 22 PBSC faculty members from five academic disciplines with UF experts to learn AI fundamentals, AI ethics, and how to incorporate AI strategically into existing courses.

These faculty members will next train their faculty colleagues during the upcoming academic year to use the pioneering techniques developed by UF to make AI understandable to educators, regardless of their area of expertise or if they have a computer programming or mathematical background.

“We are starting with our faculty first,” said Roger Yohe, Ph.D., vice president of academic innovation and strategy. “Within five years, our goal is to have every Palm Beach State student graduate with a working knowledge of AI, the ethics of AI, and the uses of AI in their majors because we believe this will touch every job.”

In the end, PBSC will have more than 225 faculty trained and actively integrating AI content and tools into existing courses across all academic areas.

The first week of the UF training focused on the fundamentals of what AI is, how AI works and what ethical considerations need to be accounted for when leveraging AI tools and technology. In the second week, the participants delved into the practical applications

of AI in the five academic disciplines represented: business, education, health care, engineering and agriculture/life sciences. The training culminated in group presentations, which highlighted the different approaches taken, based on what was judged to be valuable for students in those pathways.

Brooke Coslett, DBA, a professor for the Bachelor of Applied Science degree program in Supervision and Management, was part of the business group.

“AI is transforming every aspect of business, from marketing and customer service to operations and finance,” Coslett said. “By learning about the latest developments and applications of AI, educators can effectively prepare their students for the future of work. My key takeaway is to build the AI-powered tools in my lectures and aim to continuously equip students to develop the skills needed to succeed in a rapidly changing work environment.”

Professor Nelson Daniel, Ph.D., part of the engineering group, previously thought it would be another 10 years before AI would be available to the public.

“AI will probably be the greatest disruption in education since the printing press,” said Daniel. “The genie’s out of the bottle, so to speak, and what we have to do in ed-

ucation, as well as business and industry, is to adapt, and I’m looking forward to those challenges.”

Professor Kalisha Waldon, Ph.D., was part of the education group as a professor who teaches several courses for students planning to become teachers.

“AI is here. It’s all around us,” Waldon said.

“I think it’s important for us to be trained in how to incorporate AI into our courses so that we can provide our students with the tools and the information that they need to be marketable and ready to use this knowledge in their future careers.”

The UF representatives were struck by how the PBSC faculty took what they had learned about AI and made it their own.

“It’s always remarkable to see how broadly applicable artificial intelligence is,” said David Reed, Ph.D., associate provost for strategic initiatives and the director of the AI2 Center at the University of Florida. “It doesn’t matter if you’re going into law enforcement or you’re going into business or into construction management. There are aspects of artificial intelligence that are relevant to everyone. The faculty here at Palm Beach State College have adapted what we’ve talked about to specifically the needs of their students, the majors

that they’re going into, and how they might use it in their careers moving forward.”

Reed’s colleague, Nico Rose, assistant provost of teaching and technology at UF, added, “The amount of effort and energy that was put forth over the past two weeks has been beyond impressive. AI is a wave that is going to continue moving forward. Development opportunities like this one between the University of Florida and Palm Beach State College ensure that we continue to be at the forefront of that wave and that our students receive the most relevant curriculum in the context of what’s going on right now in society.”

Joshua Kanies, Ed.D., director of PBSC’s Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence and organizer of the training, is excited about what the faculty achieved in two weeks and the ideas that will come from it.

“We went from a baseline of having either very little or just basic knowledge of AI to leveling the playing field to where our faculty are ready to incorporate AI into their coursework,” Kanies said. “We hope to do more strategic professional development like this that builds the intersections between all the pathways.”

This collaborative initiative is made possible through the Partners in Innovation “Raising the IT IQ for All” federal grant that Palm Beach State received through U.S. Rep. Lois Frankel, which was announced Jan. 17 at the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence on the Lake Worth campus. PBSC received $1 million in federal funding to train faculty and students in artificial intelligence as well as buy augmented reality, virtual reality and powerful virtual desktop equipment for its classrooms.

Pace Center for Girls Receives $90,000 Grant from State Farm to Advance Career and College Preparation for Girls

Pace Center for Girls, a nationally recognized model that provides education, counseling, training and advocacy for more than 3,000 girls and young women annually, received a $90,000 grant from State Farm Insurance to support career and college preparation at 21 Pace Centers for Girls across Florida.

The funding supports Pace’s comprehensive vocational and education program

dedicated to providing at-promise girls with the necessary tools to obtain a high school diploma or GED, long term employability skills and support pursuing an education past high school, whether at a professional training program, the military, a community college or a four-year college or university.

“One of the greatest responsibilities we have as a society is to ensure all girls and young women have access to opportunities to be successful as adults,” said Mary Marx, President and CEO of Pace Center for Girls. “We are grateful to State Farm for investing in Pace and providing us the opportunity to enhance our lifeskills training and career and college readiness pathways.”

As part of the investment, girls like Emily will represent 21 communities across the state of Florida and receive a State Farm Scholarship supporting college, vocational school, or certificate training. She will study psychology at Broward College this summer with plans to transition to Florida International University

and become a therapist. Having lost someone close to her by suicide, she shared “maybe I can help people and change future outcomes so it’s not devastating to the person, the family, and people around them.”

Pace has seen transformational improvements among girls personally and professionally. Eight out of 10 girls graduate from high school, pursue higher education or secure

employment after the program, and nine out of 10 have experienced overall academic improvement.

“We are proud to support Pace in their commitment to provide career and college opportunities to all girls,” said Jose Soto, State Farm Corporate Responsibility Analyst. “Our agents enjoy volunteering at Pace and accompanying girls on experimental trips that focus on job and school placement.”

State Farm has awarded a $90,000 grant to support career and college preparedness programs at 21 Pace Centers for Girls across Florida. As part of the investment, girls like Emily (attached photo) will receive a State Farm Scholarship.

Emily will study psychology at Broward College this summer with plans to transition to Florida International University and become a therapist. Having lost someone close to her by suicide, she shared “maybe I can help people and change future outcomes so it’s not devastating to the person, the family, and people around them.”

Boca’s Training Center for Developmental Differences Chooses Insider

as New Executive Director

The Habilitation Center (HabCenter) board of directors has selected 20-year nonprofit executive Sherry A. Henry, M.B.A., as the affiliate’s new Executive Director. Effective August 1, she will transition under the leadership of current Executive Director Robert DiRocco, who is retiring after 26 years of dedicated service and outstanding leadership for the HabCenter. The announcement was made by the HabCenter’s Board President Stephen Pollart, who led the succession process supported by a Committee of Community Executives, HabCenter Board Members, and an outside consultant.

Serving at the helm of HabCenter, Henry will continue to drive the affiliate’s mission to educate, empower, and enable individuals with developmental differences and mental health issues. Responsible for senior organizational leadership, management, and oversight of all aspects of operations, she will focus on development and implementation of the strategic plan, vision, long-term goals and objectives set forth by the Board of Directors and leadership team—to improve the HabCenter brand to be top of mind for adults with neurodiverse and mental health challenges.

According to Pollart, Henry was selected from a strong field of candidates with diverse, demonstrated track records in nonprofit leadership, strategic planning and development. He noted the recruitment generated more than 40 well-qualified applicants and the selection process was “deliberate, competitive, robust and comprehensive.”

The board was pleased with the

number and quality of high-profile candidates that applied for the role,” noted Pollart.

“Sherry rose above with her nonprofit experience, demonstrated community engagement, donor relationships, extensive philanthropic cultivation and stewardship perspectives, and her ability to create, and implement successful development programs. She is a strategic thinker and we are confident that she is the next leader to deliver on the mission we all support. We know she will take HabCenter to new heights and build on the legacy that Bob DiRocco created during his tenure.”

Henry currently serves as the Director of Development, overseeing fundraising efforts, community engagements and donor relations. Prior to this position, she worked in higher education for over 19 years. Most recently, she served as Associate Director of Annual Giving at Lynn University where she was responsible for overseeing development operations, marketing and communications, advancement services and was instrumental in growing the annual fund program, raising scholarship funds for students with financial need and spearheading the university’s Giving Days and Crowdfunding campaigns.

Henry earned her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Psychology, Cum Laude, from Lynn University and her Master of Business Administration in Human Resource Management from Lynn University. She holds a Florida Notary Public Commission certification and is a Boca Chamber, Leadership Boca 2023 alumna. A native of Kingston, Jamaica, Henry is married, and has two sons.

New 25,000 Square Foot Building Opens as Beacon of Hope for Homeless in Our Community

After nearly two years of construction on its former headquarters, The Lord’s Place is “home for good” at the Fortin Family Campus, located at 2808 North Australian Avenue. The new 25,000-squarefoot client service center is fully open and began serving clients on June 7, 2023.

According to the creative vision adopted by the board of directors, “The Fortin Family Campus, at The Lord’s Place, is a beacon of hope for all who enter its doors. It reflects the importance and impact of the mission of The Lord’s Place –‘breaking the cycle of homelessness in Palm Beach County.’ This building–a gift from and to the community–reflects our leadership in the homeless arena in South Florida and beyond.”

Since its inception in 1979, The Lord’s Place has been finding solutions for the most vulnerable members of our community. The agency has grown from a small, grassroots soup kitchen in downtown West Palm Beach to almost 45 years later employing 160 full-time staff members to serve more than 1,800 men, women, and children annually with wrap-around services to break the cycle of homelessness throughout Palm Beach County. The “right sizing” of the main campus brings the plethora of services for those experiencing or at risk of homelessness under one roof.

The new facility expresses this community’s recognition of the significant challenges confronted in ending homelessness. Hidden in the shadows of Palm Beach County’s paradise is the reality that on any given night

American Heart Association Celebrates 99 Years of Lifesaving Research

there are an estimated 3,000 men, women, and children who do not have a safe place to call home. The building is a concrete expression of the community’s commitment to meeting those challenges in ways that promote the dignity of the population served.

For The Lord’s place, ending homelessness means being stably housed but it also means offering the services and skills training that ensures its clients become productive citizens in our communities.

“The Fortin Family Campus now fulfills an unmet need in our community: serving as an all-day, one-stop location for the unsheltered population–men, women, and children,” stated CEO Diana Stanley.

At the center of the new facility is Café Joshua – a restaurant-type program where those experiencing homelessness receive a hot meal, kindness from staff and volunteers, and start the conversation about a brighter future. Additionally, there is a state-of-theart catering kitchen, the agency’s job training program, reentry center, and administrative offices.

Equally important, is the resurrection of a Homeless Engagement Center where the unhoused can escape the elements, connect with others, feel loved and cared for, and, most of all, begin their journey toward housing, stability, and purpose.

An official ribbon cutting will take place in the fall of 2023. In the meantime, for community members interested in touring the facility, please email Info@TheLordsPlace.org.

June 10 commemorates the anniversary of the founding of the American Heart Association, the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Leading up to the Association’s June 2024 centennial, Palm Beach County is celebrating the organization’s 99 years of work as it looks to build its next century of equitable health for all.

Since 1924, the American Heart Association has saved and improved lives, pioneered scientific discovery and advocated for healthy public policies in communities across the country. These bold moves have helped transform the nation’s health and significantly reduce heart disease and stroke death rates.

“As we close out our first 100 years and begin the next century, the purpose of this organization remains as important as ever. We are just getting started on the next chapter of our relentless work to end heart disease and stroke,” says Kayla Fox, executive director of the American Heart Association Palm Beach County. “We can’t achieve our monumental goals alone, and we are grateful to our board members, volunteers, donors and community members for the passion and commitment they give to support the mission of the American Heart Association.”

The American Heart Association was founded by six cardiologists, but the distinguished achievements of the organization for the past century are the result of more than $5 billion invested in scientific research and the passion of more than 40 million volunteers, supporters and employees.

The signature events of the American Heart Association Palm Beach County have named event chairs that will drive the Association into the next century. These chairpersons have demonstrated the bold leadership needed to catapult the American Heart Association’s next 100 years of relentless work and transformative innovation:

Kathryn Vecellio, Julie Rudolph, Monika Preston, Annie Falk and Margie Allinson as the 2024 Palm Beach Heart Ball Chairpersons

Pam Rauch of Florida Power and Light Company as the 2024 Go Red for Women Chairperson

The American Heart Association’s centennial is a celebration of the lifesaving achievements and shared vision for a bold second century that will exponentially advance heart and brain health. The Association will continue to lead breakthroughs in science and technology, improve health care and advocate for federal, state and local policies that drive healthier lifestyles.

Reaching for bold goals is made possible because of like-minded individuals and organizations who share in the vision of better health for Palm Beach County. Six donors have pledged support of donations of time, talent and funds as Second Century campaign supporters in Palm Beach County. The leading organizations and generous individuals include:

Florida Power and Light Company

HCA Healthcare Foundation

Orangetheory Fitness

Tampa General Hospital, the primary teaching hospital of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine

TBC Corporation

Iliana Rentz

To learn more about accomplishments in the first 100 years of the American Heart Association or how to participate in the Second Century campaign, visit heart.org/FoundersDay or contact PBC@Heart.org for more information.

The American Heart Association Palm Beach County serves the residents of Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties. Board members will assist the organization in guiding efforts to reduce the incidences of heart disease and stroke, the Nos. 1 and 5 leading killers, respectively, of American men and women.

Spady Museum Heats Up: Summer Programs Include Backyard Celebration and Big Band-Count Basie Vibes

ter for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach. Learn more about Singer here: http://donna-singer.com/bio

For “An Evening with Donna Singer and the Diamond Jazz Orchestra Paying Tribute to Count Basie,” Singer said the audience should anticipate a night filled with inspiration, rhythm and above all else, dancing.

Q: What should the audience expect from the evening?

Singer: The music will be songs that Count Basie is well known for. He was a band leader, who inspired so many others, including Duke Ellington and Frank Sinatra, as well as a musician, so we will be focusing on his charts. We are paying tribute to the greatness of Count Basie.

Q: Where else have you performed this tribute?

Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards’ Scholarship Recipients Announced

Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards, an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that promotes sea turtle conservation, announced the recipients of its prestigious Don Stone and Gordon Gilbert Scholarships at the annual George Snow Scholarship Fund ceremony, which took place at Lynn University on Saturday, June 3, 2023. The recipient of the 2023 Don Stone Scholarship of $12,000 is Joey Gabriel of Royal Palm Community High School. Haille Hiemstra of Jupiter Community High School is the recipient of the 2023 Gordon Gilbert Scholarship of $10,000.

“The Don Stone Scholarship is a competitive, need-based scholarship award that is awarded to one Palm Beach or Broward County high school student who wishes to study or research preserving coastal waters and lands,” said John Holloway, CEO and President, Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards. “Our goal is to help future marine and environmental leaders by guaranteeing them continued financial support across their academic tenures.”

member of its Marine Advisory Board.

The Gordon Gilbert Scholarship is awarded to high school seniors who plan to continue their education in a marine related major that ties to the Coastal Stewards’ mission of conservation. This scholarship is named for one of the founders of the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center. Gordon Gilbert, a former science teacher at Boca Raton Community High School was also one of the leaders who championed the preservation of our coastal hammock.

“Don Stone and Gordon Gilbert were original Coastal Stewards, and we are proud to present these scholarships in their names,” said Andrea Atkins, Director of Fundraising and Operations, Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards. “We invite others to donate to these scholarships and ensure that we can continue to commemorate the legacy these men who spent their lives protecting the environment and inspiring people around them.”

Saturday, June 17, 2023; 6-8 p.m.; 7 p.m. concert begins

A Juneteeth Celebration: An Evening with Donna Singer and the Diamond Jazz Orchestra Paying Tribute to Count Basie

Spady Cultural Heritage Museum170 NW Fifth Avenue

Delray Beach, FL 33444

In recognition of Juneteenth, Donna Singer and the 18-piece Diamond Jazz Orchestra will pay tribute to Count Basie, Duke Ellington and other big band greats. The museum will open beforehand for exhibit viewing. Guests will be encouraged to dance during the concert. All proceeds from this benefit concert, in honor of the Juneteenth holiday, will go toward underwriting programming and events of the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum. Tickets are $50 per person; $80 per couple. Rain or Shine.

Purchase tickets: https://www. eventbrite.com/e/a-tribute-to-countbasie-tickets-609073103047

Performer Donna Singer has wowed jazz lovers around the world through her recordings and live performances at festivals, concert halls and jazz clubs. Her European concerts include dates in Paris, Switzerland, Ireland, Italy and Wales. She has performed at the Metropolitan Opera Guild Recital Hall in Lincoln Center, Central Park’s Naumburg Bandshell and The Kravis Cen -

Singer: I’ve been performing for more than 30 years, which includes formal training at The Julliard School. And I’ve been singing with Big Band orchestras since the 1990s in Fort Lauderdale. I decided to form the Diamond Orchestra, hand-picked by me, because I love singing with an orchestra and the ‘surroundness’ of that music. Since we came into being, this will be our sixth or seventh concert.

Q: Will there be anything different about this particular concert?

Singer: We plan to incorporate some instrumentals, arranged by Count Basie. For the first time, we are really going to feature the orchestra. Some songs Basie that arranged, I will be singing.

Q: Why the Spady Museum partnership?

A: We collaborated together at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast, then in partnership with Arts Garage, then again via Joan Cartwright, a mutual friend of mine and Museum Director Charlene Farrington. I wanted to do a fundraiser, so we designed this evening. Charlene was right there, loving the idea. We met each other’s energy.

The scholarship is named for “friend of the sea and science teacher extraordinaire” Don Stone, who went from protecting the United States as one of the first Navy Seals, to teaching next generations at A.D. Henderson University School and Palm Beach Community College, to preserving land and sea around Boca Raton as chairman of the city’s Environmentally Sensitive Lands Management Committee and long-term

The George Snow Scholarship Fund is dedicated to helping deserving students in the community achieve their career goals through the pursuit of higher education. By providing financial assistance and a host of supplementary support services, the Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards ensure that scholarship recipients have the resources they need to thrive academically. For more information on the George Snow Scholarship Fund, please visit https://scholarship. org.

Tips to Keep Your Pets Safe Before, During & After the Storm

Preparing Your Home for Hurricane Season

Florida, known as the Sunshine State, is no stranger to the annual threat of hurricanes. As the 2023 hurricane season begins, residents across the state are taking proactive steps to prepare their homes and protect their families. With memories of past storms still fresh in their minds, Floridians understand the importance of readiness and resilience in the face of these powerful natural phenomena.

nor vulnerabilities, leading to significant structural issues during a storm. Reinforce roof connections and consider installing hurricane straps or clips.

As the 2023 hurricane kicks off in South Florida, the animal rescue experts at American Humane, the country’s first national humane organization, are issuing key tips to help you keep yourself, your family, and your animals safe – before, during, and after a storm.

Before the storm

· Microchip pets or put a tag on their collar with your name, address, and cellphone number so they may be returned quickly in case you are separated from your pets.

· Tie down or anchor outside objects that might fly about and injure someone.

· Evacuate your family and pets as early as you can and remember to take your disaster preparedness kit for your pets (First Aid kit, leashes, and pet carrying cases, bowls, sanitation materials, chew toys, and a minimum 3 days, ideally 7-10 days of food, medications, and water).

· Bring pets inside; bring outdoor animals inside with a carrier ready large enough to turn around and lie down comfortably.

· Review your evacuation plan and double-check emergency supplies, bowls, water, food.

· Have a carrier at the ready.

· If your family must evacuate, take your pets with you.

During the storm (if you cannot evacuate)

· Choose a safe room for riding out the storm—an interior room without windows – and take your entire family there, including your pets.

· Stay with pets. If crated, they depend on you for food and water.

· Keep your emergency kit in that room with you (food, water, litter, meds).

· Know your pet’s hiding places. That’s

where they may run; keep them with you.

· Secure exits and cat doors so pets can’t escape into the storm.

· Do not tranquilize your pets. They’ll need their survival instincts should the storm require that.

After the storm

· Make sure the storm has fully passed before going outside and assess damages before allowing animals out.

· Keep dogs on a leash and cats in a carrier. Displaced objects and fallen trees can disorient pets and sharp debris could harm them.

· Give pets time to become re-oriented. Familiar scents and landmarks may be altered and cause a pet to become confused or lost

· Keep animals away from downed power lines and water that may be contaminated.

· Uncertainty and change in the environment affect animals, too, presenting new stresses and dangers. Your pet’s behavior may change after a crisis, becoming more aggressive or self-protective. Be sensitive to these changes and keep more room between them, other animals, children, or strangers. Animals need comforting, too. Comfort your pet with kind words and lots of pats or hugs. If possible, provide a safe and quiet environment, even if it is not their own home.

“Hurricanes are among the deadliest of storms,” says Dr. Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane.

“Fortunately, American Humane Rescue has worked in disaster relief for more than 100 years and has amassed a lot of practical knowledge on how families can prepare and, if there is no way to avoid the storms, weather them as well as possible and keep loved ones safe afterwards.”

Experts predict an active hurricane season this year, urging residents to plan ahead and secure their homes against potential damage. Taking the necessary precautions can not only help mitigate destruction but also ensure the safety and well-being of all residents. Here are some key steps to consider when preparing your home for hurricane season in Florida:

1. Develop an Emergency Plan: Establish a comprehensive emergency plan for your family. Discuss evacuation routes, designate meeting points, and ensure everyone understands their roles and responsibilities. Stay informed about local emergency management resources and authorities.

2. Stock Up on Supplies: Create an emergency supply kit containing essential items such as non-perishable food, bottled water, medications, flashlights, batteries, and a first aid kit. Be sure to have enough supplies to last for several days in case of power outages or restricted access to stores.

3. Secure Outdoor Objects: Store or secure outdoor furniture, grills, and other loose items that could become projectiles in high winds. Trim trees and shrubs to minimize the risk of branches damaging your home or neighboring properties.

4. Protect Windows and Doors: Install storm shutters or reinforce windows with impact-resistant materials such as hurricane film or plywood. Strengthen entry doors with deadbolt locks or braces. Ensure all windows and doors are properly sealed to prevent water intrusion.

5. Inspect and Maintain the Roof: Conduct a thorough inspection of your roof to identify and repair any existing damage. Strong winds can exploit even mi-

6. Clear Gutters and Drains: Clear gutters, downspouts, and drainage systems to ensure proper water flow. Clogged gutters can cause water to pool and potentially enter your home, leading to flooding and water damage.

7. Backup Power Sources: Invest in a generator or alternative power sources to keep essential appliances and medical equipment running during power outages. Follow safety guidelines for generator usage, including proper ventilation and fuel storage.

8. Review Insurance Coverage: Review your homeowner’s insurance policy to understand the extent of coverage for hurricane-related damages. Consider additional coverage options if necessary, such as flood insurance, as standard policies may not cover flood damage.

9. Document and Safeguard Important Documents: Make copies of important documents such as insurance policies, identification cards, and medical records. Store them in a waterproof and easily accessible location, or consider digital backups.

10. Stay Informed and Stay Safe: Stay tuned to local weather forecasts and emergency alerts. Follow the instructions and recommendations provided by local authorities. Evacuate if necessary, and encourage others to do the same.

In the face of an impending hurricane, preparedness is key. By taking these steps to fortify their homes and educate themselves on safety measures, Floridians are embracing a proactive approach to safeguarding their families and communities. As hurricane season progresses, it is essential to remain vigilant, stay informed, and support one another in the face of these challenges.

Remember, it takes the collective effort of individuals and communities to build resilience and weather the storm. Together, we can overcome the trials that come our way and emerge stronger on the other side.

B’nai Torah Congregation Offers the Community Various Ways to Celebrate and Experience Shabbat

B’nai Torah Congregation, the largest conservative congregation in the Southeastern United States, has announced its new Shabbat Services program, which offers a variety of ways to celebrate the Sabbath. They include: Friday Night Music and Torah conversation, Shabbat Morning worship, a Shabbat Renewal Service, a Young Family Saturday Service, Learning experiences and Tot Shabbat Service.

The variety of services provides a range of options for Shabbat worship that reflect the many ways diverse Jewish populations define their Judaism and their connection to the Jewish tradition. Specifically, the services reflect the fact that B’nai Torah Congregation is not only a synagogue for worship and learning, but also a center for culture, music, the Jewish arts, and socialization. Shabbat morning at B’nai Torah is also a great time and place to celebrate family milestones and simchaot.

“B’nai Torah Congregation’s program of Shabbat service alternatives demonstrates how our traditional and egalitarian congregation upholds a notion of Jewish pluralism as a core value,” said Rabbi David Steinhardt, Senior Rabbi at B’nai Torah Congregation. “Our hope is that each of our congregants will feel the connection and fulfilment that they need and want. We are constantly evolving to re-create and offer styles of worship that appeals to all of our members regardless of their age, family origins, or individual connection to Judaism.”

The centerpiece of Shabbat morning worship will continue with the synagogue’s notable Saturday Morning Service in the main sanctuary. This popular service is led by Rabbi Steinhardt, Rabbi Hector Epelbaum, and Cantor Magda Fishman. The clergy are accompanied by one of the most highly acclaimed synagogue choirs in the country which blends traditional and contemporary music. The Rabbi’s weekly messages are contemporary while rooted in the traditional values of Torah. Further, the Saturday Morning Services often feature scholars-in-residence who are among the most significant Jewish American and Israeli thinkers.

In addition to the main Saturday Morning Service, B’nai Torah Congregation is now offering several additional options for Shabbat worship, each featuring its own unique focus and energy:

· Friday Night Music: Friday nights at B’nai Torah Congregation feature dynamic musical experiences led by the incredibly talented trio of Cantor Magda Fishman, Music Director Tomer Adadi and Eliot Weiss. They are joined by Rabbis David Steinhardt,

Hector Epelbaum, and Evan Susman. The spirited congregation also engages in a short but meaningful Torah teaching and is often followed by Shabbat dinner. Frequently services are themed for young children and families.

· Saturday Renewal Shabbat Service: Based on the influence of Reb Zalman Shachter, and a collection of contemporary Jewish liturgical musical melodies, select Saturday Morning Services are led by Rabbi Amy Pessah and Rabbinical student-in-training Laura Lenes who together present a fresh and engaging worship service focused on spiritual renewal.

· Young Family Saturday Service: Young families and children sing together with passionate spirit and joy in learning Torah with Rabbi Evan Susman and Cathy Berkowitz, Mirochnick Religious Studies Education Director. B’nai Torah is known for successfully guiding and training B’nai Mitzvah students who learn from an early age how to participate in as well as lead services and Torah commentaries.

· Tot Shabbat Service: Under the direction of Karen Deerwester, Director of Family Time Classes, and Amy Weisberg, B’nai Torah Congregation offers a wonderful shabbat experience for kids and their families. The Tot Shabbat Service is offered many times throughout the year, often with Cantor Fishman and Rabbi Susman participating. The program is rooted in nature, creativity, and celebration, and features Shabbat rituals and song.

· Torah Learning: Every Shabbat, Morley Goldberg leads the congregation in a stimulating discussion of Parashat HaShavuah. During season, the learning takes place in-person with a Zoom option in the B’nai Torah library; off season, the group gathers with Goldberg following services on Zoom.

B’nai Torah Congregation offers most Shabbat services via Zoom for those congregants unable to attend in person. The leadership team at B’nai Torah also continues to evaluate new options and opportunities to come together. Please stay tuned for further announcements regarding both non-traditional and traditional davening and minyans.

In addition to Shabbat and holiday programming, early learning and lifelong education, amongst the most important engagements that B’nai Torah Congregation offers is its ongoing Tzedekah, Learning and Chesed (TLC) Program led by Director Summer Faerman. This popular program is an opportunity for congregants to volunteer their time and/or money to support underserved populations in the local community and beyond.

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The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) announced its national award winners on Tuesday and Lynn University freshman Salma Djoubri was named the ITA Rookie of the Year award winner following a standout first-year at the collegiate level. She was also named an All-American after finishing in the Top-20 of the ITA Singles Rankings.

Djoubri is just the second National Rookie of the Year for the Fighting Knight women’s tennis program and first since Valentine Confalonieri in 2012-13.

She capped the season ranked 11th in NCAA Division II in singles play after posting a 15-4 record in the top flight. She posted three singles wins against players ranked inside the ITA top-10, including No. 1

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Last week, Djoubri was named the Rookie of the Year for the south region. She also collected Sunshine State Conference Athlete and Freshman of the Year awards, along with being named to the All-SSC First Team in singles.

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Conference USA honored the 11 accomplished recipients of the Jim Castañeda Postgraduate Scholarship on Thursday. 2023 marks the 15th year the award has been named after Dr. Jim Castañeda, who served Rice for 46 years as an educator, coach and Faculty Athletics Representative before he passed in 2008. Every season, C-USA grants the $4,000 scholarship to distinguished graduates selected by the league’s Faculty

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Sommer Baker of the Florida Atlantic University softball team was the Owls’ recipient of the scholarship. Baker has exemplified the true meaning of student-athlete during her career with the Owls. She is set to graduate this summer with her master’s in Exercise & Health

Promotion and has earned a GPA of 3.91. Baker has been on the C-USA Commissioner’s Honor Roll and the Dean’s List in each of the last four years. For her efforts, Baker was named to FAU’s Female Outstanding Academic Achievement Award at this year’s Owlspys.

On the diamond, Baker started in 52 games at shortstop this season for the Owls. She set a career-high in RBI with 19, while also adding 13 runs scored, six doubles, two triples and two home runs. Both of her homers and 13 of her RBI came in conference games, which tied her for second on the team in conference-only RBI. In her career, Baker played in 155 games with 149 starts for Florida Atlantic.

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Women’s Cross Country & Track Members Earn CSC Academic All-

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The Palm Beach Atlantic athletic department and the women’s cross country and track team had four members earn Academic All-District Honors from College Sports Communicators (CSC) on Wednesday.

Madelyn Rodriguez, Sadie Nordmeyer, Dune Costes, and Allison Seng all earned CSC academic honors as the student-athlete who competed in over 50 percent of their team’s games and maintained a cumulative grade-point average of over 3.5. The student-athlete must be at the institution for at least two years, with an exception for graduate transfers.

Rodriguez was named the Sunshine State Conference Runner of the Year during the cross-country season while studying to earn her master’s degree in ac-

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Costes was the 2022 Sunshine State Conference individual champion, the first in PBA history. She finishes her time at PBA as the women’s track program record holder in the 3000m steeplechase. Seng has been a member of the cross-country program for four years while being a business marketing major. She is a multiple-time CSC All-District honoree and was a top-15 finisher at the SSC Championship.

Lynn finished 19-6 overall on the season and is currently ranked No. 5 in

Culture Shift Begins for the FAU Owls Football Team Sailfish Volleyball Releases 2023 Season Schedule

So much is made of “culture” shifts. With each new head coach, it is critical to quickly implement and refresh processes that make the program run. Often, the training off the field can be just as important as the training on the field.

Achieving championships is a long process, but in the first six months of the “FAU Tom Herman Era” a ramped-up recruiting effort, heightened academic expectations, and advanced community service projects have created a monumental shift for the Owls.

The new era began with H.O.O.T. (Helping Our Owls Thrive) developed by newly hired Matt Smidebush, FAU football’s chief of staff, and Regine Hill, a newly hired director of player development. H.O.O.T. is the most extensive football life skills program to date. Players have undergone training and will continue lessons throughout the year in social media etiquette, leadership, development of personal core values and goals, leadership, community discussions as well as financial literacy. The Owls have bonded via movie night, an NFL Draft Party as well as watch parties for the men’s basketball team’s Final Four run. They have reached out to help with two local Boys & Girls Clubs, a cancer charity, and Boca Helping Hands. The Owls have had fun with kickball, karaoke, golfing, bowling, and paintball, and the fun will continue.

Academically, the football team has witnessed the direct and immediate impact of H.O.O.T. coupled with the academic plan of Eric Zeaman, the senior associate director of SASC and the FAU academic staff. During the spring 2023 semester, the football program posted its highest semester-ending GPA on record and a significant increase over the previous fall semester came to fruition.

On the recruiting front, Shane Marinelli, FAU’s director of high school relations, led the staff in the month of Febru-

ary by hosting a series of coaches’ socials. High school programs throughout the area were invited to campus for a “meet and greet” with the FAU coaching staff. More than 100 coaches and their respective programs were represented. Then came “Spring Practice” during the months of March and April. The 15 NCAA allowable practices were open to high school coaches and players. More than 600 prospective student-athletes attended and observed the Owls’ workout, met with players and coaches, and toured the facilities.

Following the 2023 Spring Game, Jeff Love, FAU’s newly hired director of player personnel, and the Owls’ personnel/recruiting staff began utilizing the much talked about transfer portal. Their goal was to add a few puzzle pieces to the team, all aligning with the program’s shift in culture. A months’ worth of visits and on-campus interviews led the Owls to four-star wide receiver Devin Price (Texas A&M), four-star quarterback Casey Thompson (Nebraska/Texas), four-star linebacker Desmond Tisol (Auburn), four-star tight end Elijah Brown (Alabama), three-star safety Jalen Huff (Georgia Tech), three-star tight end Kahlil Brantley (Miami), three-star linebacker Zyere Horton (Georgia Southern), threestar defensive back Jarron Morris (Texas state) and FCS All-Conference graduate transfer Jackson Ambush, a linebacker (Albany) and defensive tackle Jude Okolo (Illinois State). All are scheduled to begin classes at the end of May.

While the goal is to win titles and garner rings, the connecting, managing, and developing day-to-day interactions with the community and people are key to FAU football’s NEW ERA, that includes not only winning championships but also a focus on being successful and prepared for the hustle of everyday life.

The Palm Beach Atlantic volleyball team has released its schedule for the upcoming 2023 season. The schedule will see the Sailfish play in 30 matches, with 13 at home inside Rubin Arena. The slate features the usual 20-game Sunshine State Conference matches after two nonconference tournaments.

“The 2023 season is one that I am very excited about with all of our returning players with the new additions to round out the roster,” head coach Doug Walters said. “We have the opportunity to travel to Ohio for the opening weekend to get the season started against some good volleyball programs that all had successful campaigns last year.”

The Sailfish begin their season on the road in Ohio at the Cedarville University Tournament on Sep. 1-2. PBA plays four games over the two days against Shepherd, Glenville State, UNC-Pembroke, and the host Yellow Jackets. The tournament marks Walters’ return to Cedarville where he coached the Yellow Jackets from 2008-2017. The ‘Fish return home to host the annual Hyatt Place Bash at the Beach on Sep. 8-9. The hosting Sailfish will face Wheeling, Maryville, and Rockhurst.

“We are pumped to be co-hosting the Hyatt Place Bash At The Beach this year with Lynn University. This year’s

Bash features a couple of national powerhouses in Wheeling & Rockhurst and a rapidly improving Maryville squad. It will be a fantastic last tournament to prepare us for the gauntlet of the SSC schedule.”

The Sailfish begin SSC play on Sep. 15 as they host the 2022 South Region Champion Barry Bucs at Rubin Arena. PBA will face all six SSC opponents that made the NCAA Tournament last season during the first half of the conference schedule before taking a trip to Orlando to play in the GSC/SSC Crossover on Oct. 20-21.

The ‘Fish play nine more conference games after the crossover break, including a home finale against Saint Leo on Nov. 11 and a regular-season finale at Rollins on Nov. 18.

PBA plays in 15 matches against nine different opponents that qualified for the NCAA Tournament last season, facing one of the toughest schedules in the country. The Sailfish is coming off a season with a 12-16 record where they went 6-12 in SSC play. PBA returns leading hitter Abbie Zylstra who led the team in kills, Mary Morgan Formby, who finished fourth in kills, starting setter Jayden Otto, and All-SSC thirdteam middle Kaileigh Ammons.