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In their one-hour documentary, “Crossing Overtown,” Jewish filmmakers Scott Barnett and Johanna Vega delve into the unique role that Overtown plays in the national civil rights movement and its influence on other predominantly Black cities. The film tracks the legacy of Jim Crow America in South Florida and how black residents’ response to racism and discrimination would eventually lead to the nation’s only Black Precinct and Colored Courtroom in the Historic Village of Overtown.

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Palm Beach County encourages all residents and visitors to practice heat safety during these hot and humid days. As the National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect through the weekend, heat index values will continue to rise to the 105°-110° range during the afternoon hours.

The Heat Index is the apparent temperature, or “what the temperature feels like to the human body when relative humidity is combined with the air temperature.” This can lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke illnesses.

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Some of the Jews were persuaded [by the preaching of the Gospel] and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women. - Acts 17:4

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In a first-time collaboration, the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum and the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) welcome audiences to learn more about the compelling origins of Overtown, a Miami city that encapsulates the indomitable spirit of the African American metropolis.

• With summer camp in full swing, the Chiera Family Foundation was proud to present a check this month for $200,000 to Camp Boggy Creek in Eustis, FL. Thanks to the organization’s 30th Anniversary Gala fundraiser and Golf Classic in April, The Chiera Family Foundation was able to donate their largest check to date. In addition to supporting Camp Boggy Creek’s one-week camp for kids with cancer called N.I.C.K.’s (Nothing is Impossible for Cancer Kids) Camp, the foundation also provides college scholarships and teaches kids battling cancer how to golf and ice skate.

• Shop for Success, one of the most popular pop-up sales among savvy fashionistas and a critical fundraiser for Dress for Success Palm Beaches (DFSPB), is returning Thursday, September 7 through Saturday, September 9, at the nonprofit’s boutique and headquarters, 2459 South Congress Avenue, Suite 204.

• The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties is pleased to announce the results of its 2023 college scholarship program. The Community Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that leads partnerships with donors, nonprofits and community members to solve the region’s chronic and emerging civic and social issues. This year, the organization awarded 116 scholarships, totaling more than $1.2 million, to recent high school graduates enrolling in college in 2023. The average award for each scholarship was $10,000.

• Hanley Foundation, Florida’s largest provider of grant-funded prevention programs and recovery scholarships to combat addiction, will officially launch the ‘Cory Bartle Memorial Fund’ on Saturday, August 26, with a skateboard and BBQ event at the National Croquet Center in West Palm Beach. The ‘Bartle BBQ Hang’ was conceived by the Bartle family, their close friends, and Sandy James Catering, in honor of Cory Bartle, a 34-year-old skateboarding enthusiast and rising culinary star, who lost his battle with addiction in October 2022.

• South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO), led by Sebrina María Alfonso, is proud to announce its 2023/24 season featuring five classical Masterworks concerts and Handel’s glorious holiday masterpiece Messiah. This new season features Brahms, Bernstein, Schubert, Stravinsky, Tchaikovsky and more, including Symphony premieres by trailblazing female composers Florence Price, Ellen Taaffe Zwilich and Jessie Montgomery. SFSO will also host a 200th anniversary celebration of Beethoven’s magnificent Symphony No. 9.

• Angel Veloz, a roll-off truck driver for Waste Pro’s Ft. Myers, FL Division, has been

recognized by MSW Management Magazine (MSW) as a 2023 Safety Hero. He is the first driver to earn Waste Pro’s $10,000 Safety Award, a record five times, and is close to earning his 6th. He has been recognized by Lee County, FL commissioners, and other community leaders for his safety efforts. In 2016, Angel was honored by the National Waste and Recycling Association as Driver of the Year.

• The YMCA of the Palm Beaches has appointed Matthew Komma as its new Director of Finance, overseeing all aspects of the organizations’ financial operations, including its multi-million dollar capital campaign initiative for a new location, in partnership with Palm Beach County, at Lake Lytal Park.

• Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach will host its annual Obon Weekend on August 12-13. Obon is a traditional Japanese festival and holiday that holds significant cultural and spiritual importance. It is observed to honor and commemorate the spirits of one’s ancestors. The two-day holiday celebration will include “Launch the Lantern,” an intimate fundraiser dinner featuring a floating lantern celebration to honor the spirits of one’s ancestors.

• Boca Helping Hands (BHH) commemorated its 25th anniversary with a “Founders Day” celebration recognizing current and past board members, elected officials, and other invited guests. The event was held on July 12 at Boca Helping Hands, in Boca Raton. Palm Beach County Commissioner Marci Woodward presented a proclamation declaring July 12 as Boca Helping Hands Day, marking the date the organization received its name in 1998. Boca Raton

Mayor Scott Singer presented a proclamation highlighting the nonprofit’s beginnings in Boca and its subsequent growth. Boca Raton City Council Member Yvette Drucker was in attendance as well.

• The Jim Moran Foundation recently awarded a two-year grant totaling $90,000 in support of the Child Care & Early Education Workforce Development Initiative at the Fuller Center.

• Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach will host its annual Obon Weekend on August 12-13. Obon is a traditional Japanese festival and holiday that holds significant cultural and spiritual importance. It is observed to honor and commemorate the spirits of one’s ancestors. The two-day holiday celebration will include “Launch the Lantern,” an intimate fundraiser dinner featuring a floating lantern celebration to honor the spirits of one’s ancestors.

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New Date Announced for The Launch of The Cory Bartle Memorial Fund with Inaugural ‘Bartle BBQ Hang’

West Palm Beach, FL — Hanley Foundation, Florida’s largest provider of grant-funded prevention programs and recovery scholarships to combat addiction, will officially launch the ‘Cory Bartle Memorial Fund’ on Saturday, August 26, with a skateboard and BBQ event at the National Croquet Center in West Palm Beach. The ‘Bartle BBQ Hang’ was conceived by the Bartle family, their close friends, and Sandy James Catering, in honor of Cory Bartle, a 34-year-old skateboarding enthusiast and rising culinary star, who lost his battle with addiction in October 2022.

“This is an opportunity for our friends in the skateboarding and culinary communities to come out and ‘get on board’ to support this critical cause,” said James Bartle, Co-Founder and Proprietor of Sandy James Catering. “It’s heartbreaking that too ma-

ny young people in our community fall victim to addiction, but we want anyone suffering to know that help is available, which is why we partnered with Hanley Foundation.”

The event takes place on Saturday, August 26, from 3PM –6PM at the National Croquet Center, 700 Florida Mango Rd, West Palm Beach, FL. Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased at hanleyfoundation. org/bbq. Admission includes a BBQ feast catered and donated by Sandy James Catering, activities, community comradery, skateboard half pipe competition with prizes, and a demonstra-

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tion by skateboard pro, Kai Canduba. All proceeds from the event will benefit Hanley Foundation’s Cory Bartle Memorial Fund.

About the Cory Bartle Memorial Fund

Cory Bartle was a masterful culinary artist by the age of 25 whose work brought him an incredible amount of joy. He was an avid outdoorsman, and he loved skateboarding and the beach. Cory was passionate about the people he loved and was willing to help people in any way he could. Cory was working hard on his recovery and wanted to be free of addiction. Unfortunate-

ly, an accidental overdose took his life in October 2022. In honor of Cory’s life, his family created the Cory Bartle Memorial Fund to support efforts to combat addiction and bring awareness about the devastating addiction crisis our generation is facing.

Donations made to the Cory Bartle Memorial Fund, administered by the Hanley Foundation, will provide lifesaving scholarships for individuals with substance use disorders who would not otherwise be able to afford treatment. The fund will also support work to educate individuals and their families on substance use disorders and the road to recovery for all involved, with the hopes of breaking the cycle of addiction and overdose.

For more information, visit hanleyfoundation.org, call 561-2682355, or email info@hanleyfoundation.org.

Boca Helping Hands’ Bowling for Bread To Benefit Local Children’s Charaties

Boca Helping Hands (BHH) will hold its annual Bowling for Bread event on Sunday, August 27 at Bowlero, 21046 Commercial Trail, Boca Raton. BHH invites kids from local children’s charities to attend at no cost to enjoy an afternoon of bowling, food, and raffle prizes. Proceeds from the event will support the BHH weekend meal program and participating children’s charities.

The children’s charities invited to be beneficiaries of the event include 4KIDS of South Florida, Inc., Achievement Centers for Children & Families, Adopt a Family of the Palm Beaches, Inc., American Association of Caregiving Youth, Boys & Girls Club of Boca Raton, Family Promise of South Palm Beach County, Fuller Center, HomeSafe, Place of Hope, PROPEL, SOS Children’s Villages, and Pearl City Cats.

Some special guests will be at Bowling for Bread this year to root for the kids. Florida Atlantic University football players, including Defensive Lineman Evan Anderson, Running Back Larry McCammon III, Offensive Lineman Chaz Neal, Quarterback Casey Thompson, and Wide Receiver LaJohntay Wester, will have the chance to play cheerleaders for the day, ahead of their season home opener on Sept. 2.

Members of the community are encouraged to sponsor a child for $100, sponsor a lane for one of the children’s charities for $500, or make a donation of

for the past 12 years, providing food-insecure students with non-perishable, easy-toprepare meals every Friday to ensure they get enough to eat on the weekends. During

meals and 148,932 snacks to elementary students in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Boynton Beach.

Bowling for Bread is part of Boca Chamber Festival Days—a series of fun-filled August events intended to raise awareness and funds by pairing nonprofits with for-profit members of the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce. AvalonBay Communities is Bowling for Bread’s For-Profit Chamber Partner, and the Event Sponsor is the Lee Pearlson Steinberg Foundation. Other major sponsors include the Lawrence A. Sanders Foundation, AvalonBay Communities, AEO Foundation, Medical Materials, Inc., and Waypoint Residential.

This is the Lee Pearlson Steinberg Foundation’s sixth year sponsoring the event. “It’s always a great time bowling and watching the kids have fun, and I’m so glad to be a part of it again this year,” said Foundation Trustee Lee Steinberg. “My mom, Pearl, had a soft spot for children’s causes, and I love being able to honor her legacy by supporting Bowling for Bread.”

any size.

Boca Helping Hands has operated the BHH Backpacks children’s meal program

the 2022-23 school year, BHH Backpacks helped over 1,600 students in 13 local schools, providing a record 297,864

To sponsor a child or lane, visit BocaHelpingHands.org/BowlingForBread or contact Karen Swedenborg at 561-4170913, ext. 202, or via email at Karen@ BocaHelpingHands.org.

Phenomenal Fashion Bargains Found at Dress for Success Pop-Up Sale

Palm Springs, FL — Shop for Success, one of the most popular pop-up sales among savvy fashionistas and a critical fundraiser for Dress for Success Palm Beaches (DFSPB), is returning Thursday, September 7 through Saturday, September 9, at the nonprofit’s boutique and headquarters, 2459 South Congress Avenue, Suite 204.

The same space where women in need come for the nonprofit’s free job readiness coaching and workplace attire will be converted for the three-day flash sale into a bargain-hunter’s paradise featuring rows of gently worn or new fashions and accessories that don’t meet DFSPB’s criteria for clients. The donated goods include couture label items priced no higher than $150, prestige designer styles at $35, and everyday favorites from $5 to $20.

General public shopping hours are Friday 11 a.m. until 7 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Thursday is reserved for a ticketed VIP Preview Reception, $50, from 4-9 p.m. This advance shopping time, which features extended hours to accommodate those who appreciate a head start on the extraordinary deals, will also include a light refreshment. Registration is limited and available online only at https://bit.ly/VIPOverstockSale.

“We’re billing this an ‘Overstock Sale’ because we’re bursting at the seams with so much inventory,” said Rhonda Russell,

volunteer co-chair of the event. “From the runway to everyday, there are some tremendous buys to be found. We’ve even created for the first time a “Clearance Section’ where everything is priced at $5. Counted among the couture offerings are a nearly new Carolina Herrera dress for $75, a pre-owned Givenchy suit for $100, and barely worn Louis Vuitton shoes also for $100,” she said.

According to fellow co-chair Marlene Feldman, “Designer names represented on the racks include Coach, Eileen Fisher, Kate Spade, Lilly Pulitzer, Tahari, and Theory, to name a few, with clothing, shoes and handbags bearing those labels priced at $35. As for popular everyday brands like Banana Republic, Chico’s, White House Black. Market and Zara, the prices are unbeatable: $15 for dresses, $10 for tops, pants, skirts, sweaters shoes and handbags; and $5 for jewelry, t-shirts, and most accessories.

In addition to clothing in sizes petite to plus, an array of accessories including jewelry, belts, and scarves will be available.”

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PBSC helps Angelina Rappa reach her dream of attending an Ivy League school

This fall, Palm Beach State College Dr. Floyd F. Koch Honors College student Angelina Rappa will be among the few selected students to attend Cornell University, one of the most prestigious Ivy League universities in the United States. She applied while attending Palm Beach State, which she believes was instrumental to her getting accepted.

“After high school, I was pretty unprepared for college,” said Rappa, who graduated from Ponte Vedra High School in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. “Having had this year at PBSC to build a resume, network and serve in various leadership positions really set me up for success.”

Rappa, who was pursuing an Associate in Arts degree at PBSC, was inspired to apply after talking to a friend who got accepted after high school. Before being selected, she had to write several essays which detailed her activities at PBSC as well as submit a portfolio. She applied as a fine arts major

but also hopes to explore other fields there such as pre-med and public policy.

While at PBSC, Rappa served as the presidential coordinator of Phi Theta Kappa’s Delta Omicron chapter, the vice president of the Honors Student Advisory Council and the vice president of the Empowering Women of Tomorrow club.

“All of these incredible opportunities allowed me to meet inspirational individuals and learn that hard work and persistence draws results,” said Rappa, who chose to attend after moving to South Florida after high school. “PBSC seemed like the best choice and was the most affordable. Not only did I feel a lot of freedom to explore my interests, I also felt very supported when I needed it. The Honors College really helped me get involved and make new friends and so I will miss that when I’m gone.”

Rappa starts classes at Cornell on Aug. 21, 2023.

Many people dream of reaching a mountain top for the opportunities they anticipate finding there. Yet, they may not realize that the greatest treasures available to them can easily be found near to where they already are, if not inside them and their fellows.

Climbing to a mountain top provides a great experience in the exercise of the discipline of reaching the peak. Once there, it also affords an awesome sight of distant places which can be viewed only from that altitude. Yet, normally that’s it! Once at the top, you can’t move any higher. The same corresponds to much that is buried at sea! You may get to the bottom of the ocean but not beyond that limit!

Before attempting to move farther in your

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A Map For Your Treasure Hunt!

daily routines, you still have other available options, whichever way you turn. At the very top, however, you are stuck, unless you desire to descend from the mountain and return to where you dwelt before.

It is inside and below the earth that gold, diamonds, and other precious items are hidden; it is by digging deeply that you can extract them from the ground, and enhance their value through what you do with them. But these are not the only treasures for you to consider! It is from where you are already placed, that you can make a lasting difference in lives you seek to influence, and in the society you attempt to impact through your varied efforts. Your own life also depends on others round about you.

Sir John Marks Templeton, reflected that “the real wealth of a nation does not come from mineral resources but from what lies in the minds and hearts of its people.” With individuals it is also the same: the most valuable treasures of life are not exclusively external to human creatures; they often are found within; they just need to be mined, refined, and utilized for the benefit of many, besides one’s personal thrill!

With such understanding, whoever acts in this fashion is most fortunate indeed! There’s nothing demeaning about residing in a valley, if that is where you are supposed to be and to excel!

I am reminded of a story about a very poor, crippled man, who spent all his adult life as a daily beggar, at a road corner in a village of his native

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country. After his death, the terrain where he had sat as a mendicant was discovered to be rich in fuel. From that site much oil was pumped, generating endless wealth to the land owner. Yet, the man of the story lived and died a pauper!

More important to recognize, however, is that the true riches of life are not monetary in nature. They are the family to which you belong, the friendships you develop and cultivate, the people in whom you invest yourself, the knowledge you acquire, the faith you embrace and in which you grow! Indeed, you need not go too far, neither to the depths of the sea, nor too high, in a treasure hunt; your most valuable resources may be found just where you are, as gifts of grace from the Almighty!

Business And The Reliability Of The Bible

tical application of the Bible.

Hank Hanegraaff, president of the Christian Research Institute, uses the acronym “MAPS” to underscore confidence in the Bible’s reliability. The letters stand for Maps, Archaeology, Prophecy, and Statistics.

Since trust in the value and veracity of biblical teachings is at the heart of what we do, the applicant’s response was a deal breaker for me. We read in 2 Timothy 3;16, “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.” Either every word of the Bible is true, or we put ourselves in the place of God by overruling some of His Word. Let me unpack an acronym to help you trust in the relevance and prac-

M stands for Manuscripts. Years ago, I visited the site of the Dead Sea Scrolls. The process the scribes used to copy God’s Word was impressive. If they made any mistake, they immediately burned the scroll. Historians gauge the veracity of a manuscript according to the volume of manuscripts and the time span between the originals and earliest manuscripts. The Bible has stronger support than those of classical writers like Homer, Tacitus, or Aristotle. Psalm 19:9 says, “The rules of the Lord are true, and righteous altogether.” Historical manuscript evidence overwhelmingly proves the reliability of God’s Word.

A stands for Archaeology. Hanegraaff tells the story of a biblical skeptic named Sir William Ramsay. Trained as an archaeologist, Ramsay set out to disprove the historical reliability of the book of Luke. Ironically, Ramsay became a Christian as – one after another — the historical statements presented in Luke were proved accurate through archaeology and the scientific method. Over the years, skeptical archaeologists have been proven wrong when they have disputed the Bible. Wondering whether God’s Word is trustworthy and true? Just ask archaeologists who have tried to prove otherwise.

P stands for Prophecy. Among the Bible’s most remarkable attributes are predictions made hundreds of years before they came true. Before Jesus’ birth, prophets made over 50 predictions about the Messiah. He fulfilled them all, including the Savior would be born to a virgin in Bethlehem and the Messiah would be

crucified. No other book can make such claims. In Deuteronomy 18:19 God declares, “I myself will call to account anyone who does not listen to my words that the prophet speaks in my name.”

S stands for Statistics. A professor named Peter Stoner worked with 600 students to calculate the probability of just eight prophecies of Jesus Christ being fulfilled. The result is 1 in 10,036. Considering that He fulfilled more than 40 other prophecies, that makes those odds astronomically impossible that they all could have been fulfilled by one individual if not valid. Statistics prove the Bible’s reliability.

God’s Word has proven itself to be reliable. We can trust that it is not only factual, but also that its wisdom and principles are more than sufficient for guiding us in our daily work responsibilities and challenges.

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The vision of the organization I direct, Unconventional Business Network, is to see one million business leaders modeling biblical principles in their workplaces. Therefore, trust in the authority and reliability of the Bible is foundational. Recently while interviewing a job candidate, I asked the applicant about her view of the Bible. She told me, “I believe the Bible is inspired by God, but certainly not all true.”

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Why older women are done with dating

The only people who ask me to fix them up these days are men. This has nothing to do with divorce. Even women who had a happy marriage and lost their spouse are completely done with dating. To quote one woman in the know, “they’re either looking for a nurse or a purse.”

The men I talk to get it. Or as one man said: “Nobody wants to be a caregiver at our age or even take that chance.”

On the “purse side”, you won’t see trophy wives here in Boca, trolling for financial security. Most men (and women) see that coming, except for naïve victims of online dating.

Older women go out en masse now. You’ll see them at the movies and in restaurants. They’re happy to be back with a group of “girls,” like they were in high school or college, except that nobody talks about men.

Too often older men sit alone, trying to strike up a conversation with strangers, looking like they lost their best friend. They instinctively know the days of picking

up women at bars is probably over for them.

If people our age want to couple up for companionship, no strings attached, that takes effort. So fixups, dating apps, country clubs and 55+ communities can be happy hunting grounds for new attachments.

I know two widowers who reunited with their high school sweethearts in their retirement. Not unusual now that people can make social media connections.

My sister and I are the only women I know who don’t agree with being alone at this stage of our lives. We’re both mostly happily married for 51 and 43 years respectively. I loved being single when I was younger so I could come and go in my 24/7 life as a journalist with no domestic obligations.

Not now. I told my husband if he goes first, I’m on a dating site in six weeks. He doesn’t think that’s funny.

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BEEN THERE, DONE THAT Your ‘Brand’ Is A Reflection Of Who You Are

Perhaps more than ever before, businesses face great pressure to establish their “brands.” We hear much about “brand identity” and product recognition, the importance of creating ever-increasing visibility for products and services, all with the goals of increasing sales and strengthening market share.

It can be a tricky challenge, especially when consumers are presented with a wide variety of choices. Whether it is selling automobiles and trucks, athletic shoes, canned foods, household goods, personal hygiene items or restaurants, the question is how to make our products or services stand out as the best option?

We can utilize slick websites, strong social media presence, business cards, email, and regular mail brochures to increase awareness. Distinctive logos and trademarks can help, but the question remains: How do we separate ourselves, in a positive way, from our competitors?

Jay Danzie, an author and brand strategist, made an intriguing observation. In a social media post he wrote, “Your smile is your logo, your personality is your business card, how you leavve others feeling after an experience with you is your trademark, and whether others aspire to be like you is your brand.”

Isn’t that interesting? He was saying that more than a well-designed, instantly recognizable company or product logo, a better logo is “your smile.” Business cards can be informative, but one’s personality tells the prospective customer much more. Have you ever thought of a trademark as simply the impact you have made when interacting with someone? And we can think of many popular brands, but there is no

better “brand” than for others to aspire to be like us. Interestingly, the Bible speaks to each of these:

A smile can do wonders. Have you ever thought how difficult it is to be friendly or to offer kind, encouraging words without smiling. In a world when there is no shortage of reasons for frowning, our smile – our “logo” – can make a powerful impression. “An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up” (Proverbs 12:25).

The power of a positive personality. One’s personality is more than whether they are outgoing or shy, talkative, or reserved. It also involves genuine care for and interest in other people. “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others” (Philippians 2:3-4).

Interactions leave lasting impacts. It is said that a “satisfied customer” is the best referral, someone who speaks favorably about a product or service and makes others want to consider it. “And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others” (2 Timothy 2:2).

Becoming someone worthy of other’s aspirations. One of the greatest endorsements we could ever receive is hearing someone say, “I want to be able to do business the way you do” or, “I wish I knew more people like you.” Do people aspire to be like you? “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ” (1 Corinthians 11:1).

Lowe’s Foundation awards PBSC a $1 million Gable Grant to expand skilled trades programs and develop a construction trades innovation center

Palm Beach State College is one of 10 community and technical colleges nationwide to receive the first-ever round of Lowe’s Foundation Gable Grants to support skilled trades workforce development initiatives. The grants are the first in a five-year, $50 million commitment to help prepare 50,000 people for skilled trades careers. This investment will fund cutting-edge programs in appliance repair, carpentry, construction, electrical, HVAC and plumbing.

Palm Beach State College received the grant based on its comprehensive plan to expand the impact of its degree and certificate programs in construction trades and management. Putting the grant’s mission into action, PBSC will reach out to residents throughout Palm Beach County to recruit, train and develop the next generation of skilled tradespeople, including groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the trades. PBSC aims to grow its number of graduates who are ready to build and revitalize homes, neighborhoods and infrastructure with the goal to increase Palm Beach County’s skilled workforce by 1,500 by 2028.

“Our partnership with the Lowe’s Foundation paves a path to a better future for our young people through the College’s trades programs,” said PBSC President Ava L. Parker, J.D. “Serving this vital initiative, we are excited to provide this opportunity to our county, one that ensures career readiness and enhances the economic mobility of our students and their families. I would like to express my gratitude to the Lowe’s Foundation for its generosity and belief in our mission to transform lives and strengthen the community.”

Key to PBSC’s plan is the creation of a unique training space on the Lake Worth campus. The

Construction Trades Center for Workforce Innovation will simulate construction jobsite conditions, providing real-world experiences for students. The center will incorporate both residential and commercial construction sites—an innovative smart house and an office suite facility—and be equipped with all the tools and equipment needed to design,

heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) technicians, smart home technology installers, engineering technicians and welders. The simulated jobsites will be continuously constructed and then torn down for the next classes to tackle.

“We are proud to partner with the Lowe’s Foundation for its first-ever Gable Grant for the

In addition to Palm Beach State College, the community and technical colleges awarded the 2023 Lowe’s Foundation Gable Grants include: Coconino County Community College (Arizona), Columbus Technical College (Georgia), Howard College-San Angelo (Texas), Ivy Tech Community College (Indiana), Madisonville Community College (Kentucky), Miami Dade College (Florida), MiraCosta College (California), Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (Mississippi), and Southside Virginia Community College (Virginia).

build, and renovate.

The Construction Trades Center for Workforce Innovation will be integrated into the 150,000-square-foot Education and Training Center, which houses the majority of the College’s industrial and technical programs. The PBSC programs directly supported by the grant train students to become building construction specialists and managers, architectural drafters, electricians,

PBSC Construction Trades Center for Workforce Innovation,” said David A. Rutherford, vice president of advancement and CEO of The Foundation for Palm Beach State College. “By enhancing education and training, Palm Beach State and Lowe’s are introducing a ‘next generation in trades’ initiative that provides an essential pipeline of highly skilled professionals to local industries and the Palm Beach County workforce.”

“These deserving schools are driving transformation in the skilled trades workforce through sustainable and inclusive career pathways. We had many outstanding applicants for these grants, which speaks to the urgency needed to increase the capacity for skilled trades labor nationwide,” said Janice Dupré, Lowe’s executive vice president of human resources and chair of the Lowe’s Foundation. “Our grants are inclusive of all groups to ensure we achieve the overall goal of preparing 50,000 people for skilled trades careers in five years, including groups that are traditionally underrepresented in the trades, such as women, people of color, people in rural areas and individuals participating in second-chance programs. We are confident that these college programs will strengthen the skilled trades infrastructure for years to come.”

In addition to these grants, the Lowe’s Foundation will invest at least $5 million more to assist community-based nonprofit organizations and national nonprofit partners with a strong local presence. This puts the foundation on pace to invest more than $12 million in 2023 as part of its $50 million, five-year commitment.

How to Enhance Your Home’s Outdoor Living Spaces

(StatePoint) With warm weather here, it’s time to make the most of your home’s outdoor living spaces.

“Whether you want to beautify your landscaping or add elements to your patio that will help you entertain, using manufactured stone veneer is a smart, on-trend choice,” says James Alpeter, stone marketing manager at ProVia. “A versatile and charming alternative to brick, high-quality manufactured stone looks natural, but can be installed much more quickly and affordably than the real thing.”

Project Ideas

As you mull over your plans, consider these three manufactured stone project ideas, all of which will boost the beauty and functionality of your outdoor living spaces:

1. Outdoor kitchens. Manufactured stone allows you to think well beyond a simple grill by building a complete outdoor kitchen. Depending on your budget and goals you may include a prep space, a sink, refrigeration and storage, and go for more niche features like a pizza oven. No matter how you choose to build this space out one thing is certain, you will be creating an instant room-like area to gather for conversation and laughter, or to relax after a long day of work.

2. Outdoor hearths. Enjoy the warmth and ambiance of flames on cool summer nights with an outdoor hearth, which can provide a stunning, one-of-a-kind focal point, whether it’s connected to the home or part of your backyard patio. Imagine having friends over for hot mulled cider and s’mores or snuggling up in front of the fire under a star-lit sky. For maximum comfort, treat this space as you would your family room, adding outdoor-grade couches, cushions and rugs.

3. Landscaping. Have you ever dreamed of having a water feature in your backyard that would provide a habitat for koi fish or local wild-

life? Is it time to take your garden to the next level? Manufactured stone is ideal for a range of elegant landscaping applications, from surrounds for a small backyard fish pond to raised planting beds to retaining walls.

Selecting Materials

Manufactured stone is as versatile and authentic-looking as natural stone, offering endless options to tailor your project to your unique aesthetic.

Stone profiles range from the classic shape and texture of limestone to the irregular and imperfect look of ledgestone to the layered and precise fit of dry stack stone. They also come in various hues, so

you can go for a warm, cozy feel or a sleek and striking look.

For the true depth and character of natural stone, just be sure to select materials inspired by nature itself. The process at ProVia, for example, starts with trained stone masons who select stones from nature to create the casts used to build their molds, and who pay careful attention to the contours and varying hues of natural stone. With ProVia, you’ll also have the opportunity to select the grout color, which is a factor that should not be overlooked.

“Contrasting grout colors can be used to intensify the overall look while complementary grout colors can soften it. Selecting a grout color that mimics the dominant color of your stone can help blend materials into a near-seamless palette,” says Alpeter.

Look before you leap with the brand’s Stone and Grout Visualizer tool, found at www.provia.com/stone/grout-visualizer/. For additional design inspiration, visit www.provia.com/stone/ applications/.

This season, consider outdoor projects that will not only extend your home’s outdoor living spaces, but add elegance and charm while you’re at it.

Tips for Homeowners to Improve Safety and Sustainability

(StatePoint) The International Code Council’s 43rd annual Building Safety Month campaign has begun, and week one’s theme: “Building Safety Starts at Home” highlights how building safety impacts our everyday lives.

According to InjuryFacts.NSC.org, about 16 out of 100 people were injured in a home or community venue in 2021. The leading causes that contribute to these injuries, such as drowning, fire smoke, and general home maintenance, can be prevented by acting ahead of time.

As the leading global source of model codes, standards and building safety solutions, the Code Council is passionate about educating homeowners on fire safety, home maintenance and sustainability practices. Here are some safety tips from the Code Council to help prevent accidents and keep your family and community safe:

Fire Safety Tips:

• Put a smoke alarm on every level of your home, outside each sleeping area and inside every bedroom. Test each smoke alarm regularly and replace it every ten years.

• Install home fire sprinklers. They are relatively affordable and can increase property value and lower insurance rates.

• Make an escape plan with a meeting place outside so everyone knows how to get out fast.

• Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from portable heaters.

• Keep all items that can burn away

from your home. Remember to clean leaves from your gutters and clear dead leaves and branches from shrubs and trees surrounding your home.

Home Maintenance Tips:

• Never overload electrical cords or power strips.

• Don’t use appliances that have damaged cords.

• For mold prevention, watch for leaky pipes, condensation and wet spots, and fix sources of moisture problems as soon as possible.

• Keep in mind that there are several

materials and items that should never be flushed down the toilet, including medication, disposable wipes, coffee grounds and more.

• To prevent your pipes from freezing in the winter, drain water from the swimming pool and water sprinkler supply lines following the manufacturer’s or installer’s directions.

• Make sure all pedestrian gates in the barrier fence of your swimming pool are self-closing and self-latching.

According to the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, the average U.S.

family can spend $2,000 a year on energy bills. This means that reducing your home energy use is the single most effective way to save money and reduce your home’s contribution to greenhouse gasses. The Code Council recognizes that for many people, it’s unclear where to start, and suggests the following tips to help communities forge a path forward.

Energy and Sustainability Tips:

• Install water-saving shower heads and low-flow faucet aerators and use your water meter to check for hidden water leaks. These steps can improve water conservation.

• To prevent stormwater runoff pollution, never dump anything down storm drains.

• Change the filters in your home’s heating and cooling system regularly to increase energy efficiency.

• Replace your light bulbs with LEDs, which use up to 90% less energy and last up to 25 times longer than traditional incandescent bulbs.

• Build green and design your home with materials that are easily recyclable, reusable, renewable, durable, affordable and low maintenance.

• Build a rain garden to capture roof drainage and divert it to your garden or landscaping to recycle non-potable water. Be sure to check your local rules on rainwater harvesting prior to installation.

For more information, check out the Code Council’s Safety Tool Kits and additional resources at iccsafe.org.

Waste Pro Ft. Myers Driver Honored by MSW Management as a Safety Hero

FT. Myers, FL – Angel Veloz, a roll-off truck driver for Waste Pro’s Ft. Myers, FL Division, has been recognized by MSW Management Magazine (MSW) as a 2023 Safety Hero.

He is the first driver to earn Waste Pro’s $10,000 Safety Award, a record five times, and is close to earning his 6th. He has been recognized by Lee County, FL commissioners, and other community leaders for his safety efforts. In 2016, Angel was honored by the National Waste and Recycling Association as Driver of the Year.

Angel’s exemplary record goes beyond safety – he also provides 5-star service. He is one of only a handful of drivers with TSA security clearance able to service international airports. In 2022, he was one of the first truck drivers allowed to cross the bridges to both Pine Island and Ft Myers Beach after the destruction of Hurricane Ian.

“Angel continues to set the standard and lead the way on safety. In an industry that remains in the top five deadliest jobs in the U.S., it is more important than ever to remain hyper-focused on safety to ensure our Waste Pros return home safe daily,” shared Waste Pro President and CEO Sean

Jennings. MSW explains that safety is the number one priority in the solid waste industry. Something Waste Pro also echoes. Many jobs in waste and recycling are dangerous, and there is a duty to keep the public safe in the communities they serve. MSW Management Magazine focuses on critical information for municipal solid waste professionals. It works in partnership with the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA), the world’s largest professional organization of solid waste management professionals.

Single Tickets on Sale August 28 for 2023-24 Mainstage Productions and Additional Programs

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– Palm Beach Dramaworks is pleased to announce that single tickets for the 2023-24 season will be on sale beginning August 28 at 10:00am at the box office and online at tickets.palmbeachdramaworks.org. In addition to all five mainstage productions, tickets will also be available for the popular programs Dramawise and OutStage@pbd. The season opens at the Don & Ann Brown theatre on October 13 with Kenneth Lonergan’s Lobby Hero, a seriocomic exploration of ethics and moral relativism. Up next, beginning December 8, is the world premiere of Jenny Connell Davis’ The Messenger, which is inspired by the life of Holocaust survivor Georgia Gabor and connects the dots between Holocaust denialism, free speech in schools, and racial discrimination in present-day America.

That’s followed, on February 2, by the world premiere of Christopher Demos-Brown’s The Cancellation of Lauren Fein, which, as the title suggests, examines the minefield of cancel culture. The fourth production, opening on March 29, is Arthur Miller’s shattering Death of a Salesman, the story of Willy Loman’s reckless pursual of a misguided American Dream. The season concludes with Joanna McClelland Glass’ Trying, a heartfelt memory play based on the playwright’s stint as secretary to Francis Biddle, who served as Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s attorney general and later was a judge at the Nuremberg trials. Opening on May 24,Trying was a big hit when it was produced by PBD in 2007.

Following are descriptions, dates, and prices for PBD’s mainstage season, Dramawise, and OutStage@pbd.

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Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Awards $1.2 Million in College Scholarships to Local Students

West Palm Beach, FL – The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties is pleased to announce the results of its 2023 college scholarship program. The Community Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that leads partnerships with donors, nonprofits and community members to solve the region’s chronic and emerging civic and social issues. This year, the organization awarded 116 scholarships, totaling more than $1.2 million, to recent high school graduates enrolling in college in 2023. The average award for each scholarship was $10,000.

“This year’s Scholarship Committee had the great opportunity to review a plethora of scholarship applications from many deserving, and impressive students in our community,” said Lisa Morgan, outgoing chair of the Community Foundation’s Scholarship Committee. “We are pleased to report that one-third of the scholarship recipients will be the first generation in their families to attend college, and 88% graduated with a Grade Point Average of 3.5 or higher.”

Since 1985, the Community Foundation has offered both need- and merit-based scholarships with an aim to increase access to higher education and decrease the burden of debt for our area’s aspiring college students. More than $16.8 million in scholarships have been bestowed

to date, for a total of nearly 2,700 awards. The Community Foundation currently hosts 128 scholarship funds set up by donors, each of whom details the criteria for the recipients. All students residing in Palm Beach and Martin Counties are eligible.

“Scholarships and community impact grantmaking are at the core of what the Community Foundation does,” said Joanne Julien, MD, incoming chair of the Scholarship Committee. “With nearly 700 students applying for scholarships this year alone, we can see that the need for financial support continues to grow in Palm Beach and Martin Counties. We are proud to award 116 scholarships this year, but we know our work is not done.”

“We endeavor to make a real difference in our community by offering financial support to deserving young people who have demonstrated their dedication to education and will benefit most from the funding we offer,” said Danita R. DeHaney, president & CEO. “These deserving students have proven that, with a little extra support, they can absolutely reach their true potential in college and beyond.”

To learn more about the scholarship program and process, please visit https://yourcommunityfoundation.org/about-scholarships/.

Boca Helping Hands Celebrated its 25th Anniversary with “Founders Day” Event

Boca Raton, FL – Boca Helping Hands (BHH) commemorated its 25th anniversary with a “Founders Day” celebration recognizing current and past board members, elected officials, and other invited guests. The event was held on July 12 at Boca Helping Hands, in Boca Raton. Palm Beach County Commissioner Marci Woodward presented a proclamation declaring July 12 as Boca Helping Hands Day, marking the date the organization received its name in 1998. Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer presented a proclamation highlighting the nonprofit’s beginnings in Boca and its subsequent growth. Boca Raton City Council Member Yvette Drucker was in attendance as well.

The celebration was highlighted with speeches by BHH Board President Gary Peters and Executive Director Greg Hazle, both of whom recognized the many volunteers, supporters, and staff who have been instrumental in helping the organization achieve its mission in the community.

“We were so pleased to celebrate our 25th birthday by acknowledging the founders and other key contributors who helped us reach this milestone,” said Greg Hazle, Executive Director of Boca Helping Hands. “The first volunteers at our original soup kitchen would be amazed to see where we are now, providing not only food but financial assistance and job training to nearly 35,000 of our neighbors every year.”

The community need for Boca Helping Hands’ food programs has been higher than ever this year, with the orga-

nization now averaging over 9,500 pantry bags distributed each month. If you’d like to help, donations up to $250 will be doubled to a total amount of $25,000 in July, in honor of BHH’s 25th birthday. Learn more at BocaHelpingHands.org/July.

For more information, contact Communications and Marketing Manager Tara Keimel at TaraK@BocaHelpingHands.org.

Now in its 25th year of operation, Boca Helping Hands (BHH) is a community-based nonprofit that provides food, job training, access to healthcare and financial assistance to help individuals and families improve their quality of life and build financial stability. Through its various programs, BHH assists nearly 35,000 people annually.

Boca Helping Hands is a partner agency of The Town of Palm Beach United Way. Since 1945, the Town of Palm Beach United Way has been committed to improving lives and building strong communities throughout Palm Beach County by focusing on programs and priorities that promote education, health, and financial stability.

Boca Helping Hands holds accreditation for Sound Nonprofit Management from Nonprofits First, has a 2022 Gold Seal of Transparency from Candid/ GuideStar, and was named a Four-Star Charity by Charity Navigator for the 16th consecutive year in 2022. Boca Helping Hands is located at 1500 NW 1st Court, Boca Raton, FL 33432. For more information, please visit BocaHelpingHands. org.

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South Florida Symphony Orchestra Announces 2023/24 Masterworks Season

finales of all time including Carmen, La Boheme and more, featuring spectacular vocal soloists Catalina Cuervo (soprano), Rebecca Ringle Kamarei (mezzo soprano), Adam Diegel (tenor), and Neil Nelson (bass baritone), along with the South Florida Symphony Chorus.

Fri., March 1, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.: Tennessee Williams Theatre, Key West Sun., March 3, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.: Broward Center for the Performing Arts

Beethoven: Symphony No. 9

Grand Opera Finales

featuring spectacular vocal soloists and the South Florida Symphony Chorus

MASTERWORKS IV – STRAVINSKY | RAVEL | BERNSTEIN | ZWILICH

Parker and Broward Center, the Miami season at New World Center and Temple Israel of Greater Miami, and Key West Season at the Tennessee Williams Theatre. Tickets may be purchased by visiting https://southfloridasymphony.org/2023-24-season/ or by calling (954) 522-8445. Subscribers receive a 20% discount off single ticket prices and have access to the best seats in the house. Five-concert packages in Fort Lauderdale are available from $111; four-concert packages from $104 in Miami; and three-concert packages in Key West from $60; Flexible ticket packages are also available. Single-show tickets, including student ticket and group rates, go on sale September 5.

Fort Lauderdale, FL – South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO), led by Sebrina María Alfonso, is proud to announce its 2023/24 season featuring five classical Masterworks concerts and Handel’s glorious holiday masterpiece Messiah. This new season features Brahms, Bernstein, Schubert, Stravinsky, Tchaikovsky and more, including Symphony premieres by trailblazing female composers Florence Price, Ellen Taaffe Zwilich and Jessie Montgomery. SFSO will also host a 200th anniversary celebration of Beethoven’s magnificent Symphony No. 9.

Season subscriptions are on sale, now, for the Broward season at The Parker and Broward Center, opening on November 8; Miami season at New World Center and Temple Israel of Greater Miami, opening on November 12; and Key West season at the Tennessee Williams Theatre, opening on January 20.

“This season, we aim to excite and delight with some of the world’s most iconic works,” said Alfonso. “Our selections include Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, what many consider the greatest piece of music ever written, in celebration of the masterpiece’s 200th anniversary; Brahms’ arousing Symphony No. 1; Bernstein’s ode to New York City, Three Dance Episodes from the hit Broadway musical On the Town; and Stravinsky’s enchanting Firebird Suite.”

The 2023/24 line-up is:

MASTERWORKS I – SCHUBERT | SAINT-SAËNS

The 26th season begins with the glorious, other-worldly tunes of SaintSaens’ Piano Concerto No. 5 and Schubert’s majestic Symphony No. 9.

Wed., November 8, 2023, 7:30 p.m.: The Parker, Fort Lauderdale

Sun., November 12, 2023, 6:30 p.m.: New World Center, Miami Schubert: Symphony No. 9, “The Great”

Saint-Saëns: Piano Concerto No. 5, “Egyptian” (SFSO PREMIERE) featuring Tao Lin, piano Handel’s Messiah andHoliday Pops HALLELUJAH! Kick off the holiday season with Handel’s beloved holi-

day tradition, Messiah. Maestra Sebrina Alfonso leads South Florida Symphony Orchestra, along with dazzling vocal soloists Katherine Henley (soprano), Rehanna Thelwell (mezzo-soprano), Chauncey Packer (tenor), Neil Nelson (bass baritone), and the South Florida Symphony Chorus. To elevate the festive spirit, the evening also includes new popular selections from The Polar Express, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, favorites like Andrea Bocelli’s The Prayer, audience sing-alongs and more.

Sat., December 2, 2023, at 7:30 p.m.: The Parker, Fort Lauderdale

Sun., December 3, 2023, at 4 p.m.: Broad Center for the Performing Arts at Barry University

MASTERWORKS II – BRAHMS | BACH | MONTGOMERY | PRICE

This program highlights two groundbreaking female composers: Florence Price, the first African American composer to have a composition played by a major U.S. orchestra, and Jessie Montgomery, one of today’s most compelling creators. This program also features Brahms’ lyrical Symphony No. 1. Dynamic pianist, Awadagin Pratt,performs Montgomery’s new work for solo piano and string orchestra, along with another SFSO premiere, Bach’s Keyboard Concerto No. 4.

Wed., January 17, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.: The Parker, Fort Lauderdale

Thurs., January 18, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.:Temple Israel of Greater Miami

Sat., January 20, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.: Tennessee Williams Theatre, Key West

Brahms: Symphony No. 1

Montgomery: Rounds (SFSO PREMIERE)

featuring Awadagin Pratt, piano

Bach: Keyboard Concerto No. 4 in A Major (SFSO PREMIERE)

featuring Awadagin Pratt, piano

Price: Andante Moderato for Strings (SFSO PREMIERE)

MASTERWORKS III – BEETHOVEN’S NINTH | GRAND OPERA FINALES

ODE TO JOY! Experience the sheer emotional power of Beethoven’s Ninth plus some of the greatest Opera

A stirring elegy on 9/11, the high-octane spirit of 1940s Times Square, a sensuous Spanish tavern, and an epic Russian fairytale come vividly to life in these works by masterful composers.

Mon., March 25, 2024, at 7:30pm: New World Center, Miami

Wed., March 27, 2024, at 7:30pm: The Parker, Fort Lauderdale

Fri., March 29, 2024, at 7:30pm: Tennessee Williams Theatre, Key West

Stravinsky: Firebird Suite

Ravel: Bolero

Bernstein: “Three Dance Episodes” from On the Town (SFSO PREMIERE)

Zwilich: Clarinet Concerto (SFSO PREMIERE)

featuring David Shifrin, clarinet MASTERWORKS V –TCHAIKOVSKY | BRUCH

Lush and drenched in drama, Bruch’s verdant Scottish Fantasy and Tchaikovsky’s romantic Symphony No. 5 closes out the season in exhilarating triumph.

Wed., April 17, 2024, at 7:30pm: The Parker, Fort Lauderdale at 7:30pm

Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5

Bruch: Scottish Fantasy featuring Huifang Chen, violin

Coming off its highly acclaimed 25th anniversary season, including soldout shows and a celebrated performance accompanying award-winning alt-rock indie vocalist Natalie Merchant, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its musical journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages.

“As we enter our 26th season, I am thrilled to see the incredible growth of this orchestra; our momentum is at an all-time high,” added Jacqueline Lorber, SFSO president and CEO. “Maestra Sebrina’s masterful conducting has become even more nuanced and impassioned while our musicians have honed their electrifying synchronicity. With our audiences’ incredible enthusiasm and support, our Masterworks concerts have become an exceptional display of fine musicianship and community camaraderie.”

Season subscriptions are on sale, now, for the Broward Season at The

For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

About South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO)

Founded in 1997 in Key West by Music Director Maestra Sebrina María Alfonso, the now Wilton Manors-based South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) is celebrating its 26th season. SFSO is dedicated to providing enriching cultural music experiences to residents and visitors in Monroe, Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. Guided by the belief that music is pivotal to thriving communities, SFSO brings vibrancy and engagement with the arts via innovative programming and transformative educational initiatives. A pioneer in its commitment to symphonic music for underserved communities, its Symphony in the Schools program has touched the lives of 100,000 students since its inception in 1997. SFSO was recently named the first Partner in the Arts for The Parker by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and has been recognized by the Broward County Cultural Division as a “Major Cultural Institution,” one of only a handful of organizations to be so honored. For a performance schedule and season tickets, visit southfloridasymphony.org, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

Major support for the South Florida Symphony Orchestra is provided by PNC Private Bank, the Gerald L. Laskey Charitable Fund of the Community Foundation of Broward; the Broward County Cultural Division, the Cultural Council, and the Broward County Board of County Commissioners. Additional sponsorship is provided, in part, by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners and the Monroe County Tourist Development Council.

PBSC associate degree Is life-changing for this graduate

Palm Beach State College was a game changer for Daniel Sorrow when he enrolled and graduated with an Associate in Arts degree in 1999.

“Receiving that degree served as a stepping stone,” said Sorrow, who is a senior partner at Cotleur & Hearing, a landscape architecture, residential design/build, land planning, and environmental consulting firm. “That degree provided the foundation. It increased my self-esteem and gave me the confidence that I could complete a four-year degree. The experience at PBSC was a turning point in my life and I will forever be grateful for the opportunity to study there. It allowed me to focus on my education and obtaining good grades instead of getting into trouble and not reaching any goals.”

Since graduating from PBSC, Sorrow continued to pursue his career as a landscape architect and land planner. Howev-

er, his plan was waylaid during the recession between 2007 and 2009. Sorrow then had to pivot from his traditional landscape architectural and planning role to focus primarily on transportation planning until the recession was over

Following that, Sorrow picked up where he left off. He worked for two engineering firms before joining Cotleur & Hearing, where he was a successful project manager for eight years, and then promoted to partner.

Sorrow is a registered landscape architect, AICP land planner, LEED AP BD+C professional and

certified arborist. He provides consulting services in the areas of land use and zoning entitlement, site planning, master planning, landscape architecture, irrigation design, permitting and construction management.

Taking an integrated approach to design and management to provide all-encompassing solutions to project challenges, Sorrow enjoys planning and designing communities that people will enjoy for decades to come. He is currently developing more than 10,000 acres of land in communities throughout

the Treasure Coast.

Sorrow is most proud of being the lead landscape architect and urban planner for a 3,004-acre Development of Regional Impact called Verano by Kolter Homes in Port St. Lucie, Fla. Someday, he hopes to be a majority owner of Cotleur & Hearing.

For those prospective students considering enrolling at PBSC, Sorrow has the following advice. “Show up to all your classes (whether virtual or in person) every single day if you feel like it or not. Show discipline. It is tough not to succeed or perform well if you show up every day,” Sorrow said. “And be humble. An associate degree is great but leave room for lots of continuing education that on-the-job learning will provide.”

Sorrow is married to PBSC College Relations & Marketing Specialist Kristi Sorrow. The couple lives in Palm Beach Gardens and have three children.

FAU Study Uncovers Barriers To Mammography Screening Among Black Women

Breast cancer health disparities disproportionately impact Black/African American women in the United States. Black women have a 40 percent higher death rate compared to white women. Strikingly, breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for Black women, underscoring the need to address this public health challenge.

Mammography screening is considered a critical tool in mitigating disparities. However, Black women experience barriers to screening and are more likely to be diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer at younger ages, and with advanced stage breast cancer.

To address these barriers, researchers from Florida Atlantic University’s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing conducted a study in a sample of Black women receiving care at its nurse-led FAU/Northwest Community Health Alliance Community Health Center (CHC) in West Palm Beach, which provides services to vulnerable underserved populations. They looked at mammography screening frequency, beliefs about breast cancer including perceived susceptibility, perceived benefits and perceived barriers to screening.

Researchers also conducted a retrospective chart review of mammography screening in the electronic health record (EHR) system of all racial and ethnic minority patients in the CHC, the majority of whom are Black and Hispanic women.

Findings, published in the European Society of Medicine’s journal Medical Research Archives , show suboptimal utilization of annual screening mammograms among low-income Black women and several reported barriers. Almost half reported having annual mammograms; the remainder reported having mammograms every two to three years, and some women never had a mammogram in their lifetime, despite being age 40 or older.

Most Black women had a low breast cancer risk perception; 67 percent reported that it is ‘very unlikely’ that they will get breast cancer in the next five years and 60 percent believed that it is ‘very unlikely’ that they will get breast cancer in their

lifetime.

From the medical record review, a total of 392 underserved women between the ages of 40 to 74 were eligible for an annual screening mammogram, with 62.5 percent identified as Black/African American. Only 31 percent had a documented mammogram in the EHR within the past two years.

Interestingly, researchers found that the participants perceived mammograms as very beneficial. Eighty percent believed that ‘if breast cancer is found early, it’s likely that the cancer can be successfully treat-

cer;’ ‘the treatment I would get for breast cancer would be worse than the cancer itself;’ ‘other health problems would keep me from having a mammogram;’ and ‘not being able to afford a mammogram would keep me from having one.’ However, this underserved population also experience real barriers related to social determinants of health.

“Living in poverty is a substantial risk factor for poor health outcomes because women who are poor do not have discretionary incomes to use as co-pays for health

co-author, the John Wymer Endowed Professor in Nursing and executive director of the CHC. “Our Community Health Centers are strategically located in medically underserved areas to provide comprehensive care services to any individual who walks through the doors regardless of their ability to pay.”

Black women are more likely to be screened for mammography at non-accredited facilities located at safety-net hospitals in minority serving communities.

“Perceived barriers to and beliefs about mammography screening should be taken into consideration when designing interventions to increase breast cancer screening in Black women,” said Karen Wisdom-Chambers, DNP, APRN, co-author and an assistant professor in FAU’s College of Nursing.

ed’ and 90 percent indicated that ‘having a mammogram could help find breast cancer when it is first getting started.’

“Our findings suggest that Black women actually see the benefits of having an annual mammogram; however, some perceived and actual barriers may be preventing these women from obtaining screening mammograms at the appropriate age,” said Tarsha Jones, Ph.D., senior author and an assistant professor in FAU’s College of Nursing.

Among the top cited barriers reported in the study include: ‘getting a mammogram would be inconvenient for me;’ ‘getting a mammogram could cause breast can-

care services. This demonstrates the importance of providing these women with free life-saving mammograms,” said Jones.

About 47 percent of the population in West Palm Beach live below 200 percent of the poverty-level; more than 20 percent are uninsured. Nearly 27 percent of the women in the study were uninsured at the time of the survey, 16.7 percent were unemployed and 13.3 percent were disabled, indicating the vulnerability of this population.

“People in poverty often lack health literacy and access to resources needed to develop sustained care partnerships essential for their long-term health and well-being,” said Karethy Edwards, Dr.PH, APRN,

To respond to the breast health needs of underserved women and to mitigate access to care barriers, a patient navigator, supported by the Promise Fund of Florida, has been added to the health care team at CHC to identify, guide and support eligible women through the breast cancer screening process in a timely manner. Additionally, women with abnormal mammograms or those who are diagnosed with breast cancer will receive timely follow-up services and referrals for treatments. The patient navigator also participates in community outreach to increase awareness about the optimal age to start breast cancer screening and to emphasize the lifesaving benefits of early detection. Patient navigation is an evidence-based intervention approach that has been shown to improve breast cancer outcomes by reducing barriers to health care.

“Our team is now working to evaluate the outcomes and effectiveness of patient navigation in reducing the barriers uncovered in this study; our ultimate goal is to save lives and to reduce cancer health disparities,” said Jones.

Study co-author is Katherine Freeman, Dr.PH, leader of the Biostatistics Collaborative Core in FAU’s Division of Research and a professor of biomedical science in FAU’s Schmidt College of Medicine.

Palm Beach County Encourages Residents and Visitors to Be Safe from the Heat and Take Advantage of Cool Spaces

The Importance of Being Prepared for Hurricane Season: Safeguarding Lives and Property

Hurricane season brings with it a formidable force of nature that can wreak havoc on communities, leaving behind a trail of destruction. With the increasing frequency and intensity of hurricanes in recent years, it has become more crucial than ever to prioritize preparedness. Taking proactive measures and being well-prepared can significantly minimize the risks associated with these powerful storms and safeguard lives, property, and the overall well-being of affected regions. In this article, we will explore the importance of being prepared for hurricane season and highlight key steps individuals and communities can take to mitigate the impact of these natural disasters.

Palm Beach County encourages all residents and visitors to practice heat safety during these hot and humid days. As the National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect through the weekend, heat index values will continue to rise to the 105°-110° range during the afternoon hours.

The Heat Index is the apparent temperature, or “what the temperature feels like to the human body when relative humidity is combined with the air temperature.” This can lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke illnesses.

To prevent heat related illnesses:

· Never leave children, vulnerable adults, or pets in a parked car – Temperatures in a parked car can rise quickly which can cause death for children, vulnerable adults, or pets. If you see a person or pet in a parked vehicle on a hot day, call 9-1-1 immediately.

· Limit time outside – avoid being outside

during the midday heat and spend more time inside when possible

· Utilize public spaces – take advantage of public spaces with air conditioning when possible. Use this time to read a book or surf the internet at one of the great library locations within the county (County Library map attached); visit a local park or neighborhood splash pad, a public or community pool, your local community center or neighborhood clubhouse. Even plan your shopping for the middle of the day to stay cool when it is hottest out.

· Stay hydrated – drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty

· Do not get too much sun – apply sunscreen if you are going to be in the sun.

City Staff Makes Hurricane Preparations

City staff from across all departments works hard to plan and prepare for severe storms and hurricanes throughout the entire year. As we approach the beginning of hurricane season, staff has completed the following work:

Tree trimming in City parks and public places - This reduces the potential for falling vegetation, clogged drains, and waste pickup, and keeps branches away from powerlines.

Annual Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Hurricane Season Exercise

- City leadership and staff recently completed this training to be better prepared for a potential storm impacting our area.

Drainage Improvement Projects

- Multiple projects have been completed across the City in areas where water tends to collect. These areas are determined through continual monitoring and resident feedback.

Preserving Lives: The safety and well-being of individuals should be the utmost priority when facing an impending hurricane. Being prepared allows individuals to have the necessary resources, knowledge, and plans in place to protect themselves and their loved ones. From evacuation plans to emergency supply kits, early preparation ensures that vital necessities such as food, water, medications, and first-aid supplies are readily available. Understanding evacuation routes and having designated meeting points can help prevent chaos during evacuation efforts. Furthermore, keeping informed through reliable sources and heeding official warnings can enable individuals to take appropriate actions promptly, potentially saving lives.

Minimizing Property Damage: Hurricanes pose a significant threat to property, with high winds, torrential rainfall, storm surges, and flying debris causing substantial destruction. Preparedness measures can significantly reduce the impact of these forces. Securing or reinforcing windows, doors, and roofs, trimming trees near buildings, and securing outdoor items can prevent potential damage. Additionally, having adequate insurance coverage and documenting valuable possessions through photographs or videos can simplify the post-storm recovery process. Being prepared also involves having an emergency fund to cover immediate expenses and arranging for temporary accommodation if necessary.

Enhancing Community Resilience:

A community’s preparedness plays a vital role in effectively responding to and recovering from a hurricane. Local authorities, organizations, and residents must work together to create comprehensive emergency plans, establish communication networks, and organize evacuation procedures. Educating the community about the risks and necessary precautions empowers individuals to take action and be proactive in their preparedness efforts. Community initiatives such as neighborhood watch programs, mutual assistance networks, and emergency response training can strengthen the collective resilience of a community, enabling them to withstand the challenges of a hurricane and recover more swiftly.

Economic Stability:

Beyond the immediate impact on lives and property, hurricanes can have long-lasting effects on the economy of affected regions. By being prepared, businesses can minimize disruption, protect their assets, and ensure the safety of their employees. Proactive measures such as backing up critical data, securing facilities, and developing continuity plans can facilitate a smoother recovery and reduce financial losses. Moreover, the collective preparedness of a community can expedite the post-disaster recovery process, allowing businesses to resume operations sooner and aid in the overall economic stability of the region.

The importance of being prepared for hurricane season cannot be overstated. It is a responsibility shared by individuals, communities, and authorities alike. By prioritizing proactive measures, such as creating emergency plans, assembling supply kits, and staying informed, we can mitigate the impact of hurricanes, preserve lives, and safeguard our property. Preparation fosters resilience, strengthens communities, and enhances economic stability, enabling us to navigate the challenges posed by these natural disasters more effectively. Let us embrace the power of preparedness and work together to build a safer and more resilient future for all.

At the Intersection of History, Black Culture and South Florida Is “Crossing Overtown”

including lay leadership, volunteer, donors, professional staff, rabbis, educators, event participants and students. Situated on a 100-acre campus in west Boca Raton – the largest in the nation – the JFSPBC supports more than 70 beneficiaries, engages with more than 5,000 donors, and connects more than 130,000 residents. To learn more about how we contribute to a shared vision for the Jewish community, visit https://jewishboca.org or call 561.852.3100.

About the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum

Special Documentary Screening Comes To Delray, October 11

The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum and Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County present a special documentary that spotlights an American story of race and resilience

Delray Beach, FL – In a firsttime collaboration, the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum and the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) welcome audiences to learn more about the compelling origins of Overtown, a Miami city that encapsulates the indomitable spirit of the African American metropolis.

In their one-hour documentary, “Crossing Overtown,” Jewish filmmakers Scott Barnett and Johanna Vega delve into the unique role that Overtown plays in the national civil rights movement and its influence on other predominantly Black cities. The film tracks the legacy of Jim Crow America in South Florida and how black residents’ response to racism and discrimination would eventually lead to the nation’s only Black Precinct and Colored Courtroom in the Historic Village of Overtown.

Presented by the Spady Museum and sponsored by the JCRC, a special screening of “Crossing Overtown” will be hosted at the Cornell Museum of Old School Square at

6 p.m. on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Donations to the Spady Museum will be requested in lieu of an entrance fee.

A panel comprised of the filmmakers, historians and social justice activists featured in the film will follow the screening. Audiences can ask questions of Barnett, Vega, Overtown resident and Police Chief Delrish Moss, Dr. Tameka Hobbs, and Dr. Paul George. Chief Moss plays a significant role in the film, carrying the reforms he led in Overtown to a police department in need of healing in Ferguson, Missouri, after the murder of Michael Brown in 2014. His unique reforms would influence the national dialogue on community policing.

“So much of what is revealed in ‘Crossing Overtown,’ – from the origins of the tumultuous relationship between law enforcement and the black communities it served to government’s discriminatory practices that deterred true equity – is the story of other Black cities,” said Spady Museum Director Charlene Farrington. “Scott Barnett and Joanna Vega tell an honest, accurate tale of how Black cities came to be and how they continue to survive.”

The film explores how the creation of Flagler’s railroad led to the segregated areas of South Florida cities, including West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale and Miami, as the

workers needed somewhere to live, while they built the railroad. Both Blacks and Jews were later restricted from hotels and entertainment venues in Palm Beach and Miami Beach, a phenomenon that was not unique throughout the U.S.

JCRC Director Marissa Trowbridge views the film as an important addition to the ongoing conversation about history, race relations and local relationships.

“Federation wants to help facilitate conversations that will help everyone understand each other a bit better, no matter their culture or background, because we cannot progress without being informed and empathetic,” Trowbridge said. “It is important that we understand the legacy of Overtown, its residents and its resiliency. Its story is a national story; it is our story and we have to grasp our history, in order to improve our future. That Jewish filmmakers were at the helm of this project makes us very proud.”

About the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County (JFSPBC)

Established in 1979, the JFSPBC is made up of Jewish and social service organizations, synagogues and schools that provide valued services and programs to recipients in South Palm Beach County, in Israel and around the world. The JFSPBC is also comprised of local residents,

Opened in 2001, the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum is the only cultural center of its kind in Palm Beach County. Located at 170 NW Fifth Avenue in Delray Beach, it is dedicated to showcasing the contributions of the African Diaspora to Florida and the U.S. Programs include exhibitions, museum tours, and community events. Hours: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; Mondays by appointment. Closed Sundays. Admission: $20; Members are free. For more information, call 561-279-8883 or visit www.spadymuseum.com

IF YOU GO

What: Special screening of “Crossing Overtown,” a documentary on the origins, development and influence of the Black city of Overtown and its residents, followed by a panel discussion featuring the film’s personalities, local historians and activists

When: 6 p.m., Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Where: Cornell Museum at Old School Square, 51 Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL

Cost: FREE; donation to the Spady Museum requested

RSVP: http://bit.ly/4772ByM

A special documentary, spotlighting the influences of race, politics and economics on a South Florida city, “Crossing Overtown” will be screened at the Cornell Museum at 6 p.m. on Oct. 11, as part of a collaboration between the Spady Museum and Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s Jewish Community Relations Council. Come learn about local history from one of the panelists, Dr. Tameka Hobbs (pictured).

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Delray Beach, FL – Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach will host its annual Obon Weekend on August 12-13. Obon is a traditional Japanese festival and holiday that holds significant cultural and spiritual importance. It is observed to honor and commemorate the spirits of one’s ancestors. The two-day holiday celebration will include “Launch the Lantern,” an intimate fundraiser dinner featuring a floating lantern celebration to honor the spirits of one’s ancestors.

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Eight Events on Tap for Women’s Golf in 2023-24

BOCA RATON, Fla. – Head Coach Heather Young has announced an eight-event schedule for the 2023-24 Florida Atlantic women’s golf season.

“I’m excited for this upcoming season in the American Athletic Conference,” Young noted. “We have a strong schedule and welcome six new players to join our three returners.”

The Owls will begin the fall campaign in South Carolina at the Golfweek/ USA Today Fall Invite on September 10. Three more events will follow including the fourth annual Jupiter Women’s Invite at nearby Jonathan’s Landing Golf Club.

The spring season begins with a home

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game when the Owls host the FAU Paradise Invitational at Osprey Point Golf Club on February 5-6.

Florida Atlantic will compete in its first American Athletic Conference Championship beginning April 19 in Brooksville, Fla. (just north of Tampa).

The Owls will be heavy on experience as Young has added four transfers and two freshmen to join returners Clemence Cadeac, Olivia Bergner, and Blanka Decker.

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Larry McCammon Named to Maxwell Watch List

BOCA RATON, Fla. – Larry McCammon III, running back for the Florida Atlantic University Owls, has been named to the Maxwell Award Watch List, as announced by the Maxwell Football Club on Monday.

The Maxwell Award, named in honor of former player, sportswriter, and game official Robert W. “Tiny” Maxwell, is given annually to the most outstanding player in college football.

McCammon is among 85 players on the initial watch list, his name included with the best talent the sport has to offer.

Entering his senior year in 2023, McCammon is coming off a breakout 2022 season where he recorded 1,004 rushing yards. In doing so, McCammon became the first Owl to surpass the 1,000-yard plateau since Devin Singletary in 2018. McCammon averaged on 5.2 yards-per-carry and added eight total touchdowns.

McCammon’s efforts on the ground game efforts in ‘22 were recognized as he was named First Team All-Conference USA as well as a 2023 preseason first-team American Athletic Conference honoree for Phil

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Now in the American, McCammon and the rest of the Owls will kick off the New Era under Hagerty Family Football Head Coach Tom Herman on Saturday, Sept. 2. against Monmouth at FAU Stadium.

Semifinalists for the 2023 Maxwell Award is are set to be announced on Nov. 13, narrowed down to three finalists on Nov. 28. The winner will be named on Dec. 7, during the ESPN Home Depot College Football Awards Show, with an official award ceremony in March 2024 to follow.

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BOCA RATON, Fla. – With a new head coach and a new conference, Florida Atlantic men’s golf has announced a nineevent schedule for the 2023-24 campaign. The recently appointed Adrien Mörk will lead a loaded FAU roster into its first year in the American Athletic Conference.

“I am grateful to be back in Florida and I’m looking forward to leading the FAU golf program to a great schedule this season,” Mork noted.

A short jaunt to the Tampa area for the Streamsong Invitational on September 12 kicks off the first of four fall events. The Owls will also test their mettle against new conference foes in October when East Carolina hosts the Ironwood Collegiate Classic on October 2-3 and USF hosts the USF Invitational on October 9-10.

The sprint to the postseason begins in earnest in January with the first of five spring events. The American Conference Championship commences on April 19 in Belleair, Fla. at the Pelican GC, about 40

minutes west of Tampa.

The Owls will hope to see their season continue into May as NCAA Regionals are scheduled for May 1315 and Division I National Championship is set for May 24-29 at Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, Calif.

The Owls return the majority of their lineup from last season including seniors Alex Maguire, Max Sturdza. TCU grad transfer Colton Cavender will be in the mix, as will newcomers Andres Atrio and NaShawn Tyson.

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Four From Women’s Lacrosse Named to IWLCA Honor Roll

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - The Palm Beach Atlantic women’s lacrosse team had four individuals earn accolades as Kelly Lyons, Hunter Levinson, Mattie Davis, and Katie Caras were named to the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association honor roll today.

The IWLCA honored 414 student-athletes from 61 different institutions on the 2023 IWLCA Division II Academic Honor Roll. To be eligible for this honor, student-athletes must be a junior, senior, or graduate student and have earned a cumulative academic grade point average of 3.50 or greater.

Lyons graduated this year after spending four years at PBA, finishing with a 3.7 GPA in Marketing. She was named a four-times to the Sunshine State Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll and an IWLCA Scholar-Athlete in 2022. The Cincinnati, Ohio native appeared in 31 games in her career, scoring ten goals

and recording seven assists.

Levinson is entering her fourth year at PBA and carries a 3.87 GPA heading into next season as an athletic junior. She has started 20 of the 24 games in her career with the Sailfish scoring nine goals and recording five assists. The Frederick, Maryland native has been named to the

Carolina native has been named to the SSC Commissioner’s Honor Roll twice. She has scored nine goals and recorded two assists in her time at PBA as she heads into her senior season.

Caras has been one of the top players in PBA program history on and off the field during her four years with the Sailfish. She carries a 3.9 GPA as a nursing major and while being a day one starter on the field starting 45 of her 46 games. She led the team in ground balls and caused turnovers and has compiled 76 and 37 respectively over four years. The Pennsylvania native has been named to the SSC Commissioner’s Honor Roll four times and won the 2020-21 D2 ADA Academic Achievement Award.

Men’s Basketball Earns Fourth Consecutive NABC Team Academic Excellence Award

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Palm Beach Atlantic men’s basketball received a Team Academic Excellence Award from the National Association of Basketball Coaches on Thursday. The award recognizes outstanding achievement in the classroom by men’s basketball teams and student-athletes.

To be eligible for the award, the program must complete the academic year with a team GPA of 3.0 or higher. This is the fourth consecutive year PBA has received a Team Academic Excellence Award.

The NABC also announced their honors courts recipients. To be eligible for the NABC Honors Court, each student-athlete must be a junior, senior or graduate student academically and finish the academic year with a GPA of 3.2 or higher.

SSC Commissioner’s Honor Roll twice.

A transfer from Jacksonville after her freshman year, Davis has spent the last two seasons with the ‘Fish starting 21 of the 29 games she has appeared in. The North

Levinson, Davis, and Caras are all set to return next season for the Sailfish and will be major contributors for head coach Katy Richardson as she enters her third season for the Sailfish.

Aleksa Rakic represented PBA on the Honors Court. This is the second consecutive year Rakic has earned Honors Court recognition. This is the fifth consecutive year PBA has had someone named on the NABC Honors Court.