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Uptown Boca Welcomes Whole Foods Market

Schmier Property Group is pleased to announce that Whole Foods Market, the world’s leading natural and organic foods retailer, will be opening in Uptown Boca. The new store is currently in development. Since its completion and opening in late 2020, Uptown Boca has delivered an elevated and unique shopping experience for local residents. The highly anticipated addition of Whole Foods Market will further distinguish Uptown Boca as a landmark destination in South Florida.

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Hear from the City’s Emergency ManagerChristine Mucci

Are you ready? June 1 marks the start of Hurricane Season. We always encourage our residents to be prepared for any weather emergencies and to plan ahead. With the City’s year-round preparations and your efforts, we can all have a safer season. Some updates this year...the National Hurricane Center (NHC) will use a new seven-day cone projection, instead of a 5-day one.

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Watercolor Exhibit by Michelle Sherman at Spanish River Library

Jarman named Florida Atlantic Volleyball Assistant Coach

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The board of trustees for Quantum Foundation, under the chairmanship of Brian Kirkpatrick, recently approved 18 grants totaling nearly $1.5 million for Palm Beach County-based nonprofits.

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• The Spanish River Library in Boca Raton presents a new art exhibit, “Window into Boca Raton,” a watercolor series by Michelle Sherman. A native of Boca Raton, Sherman discovered a love for painting her beautiful city and the creative people who live and work here about three years ago. After a lifetime of living in Boca Raton, watching it change and grow, Sherman is delighted to record the city’s people and places in watercolor.

• Boca West Country Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Christa Gecheva as its Pickleball Touring Pro. Christa, originally from Wimbledon, London, is a former D1 college tennis player for the University of Wyoming. She has coached D1 tennis for three years and junior protégés for six years before discovering pickleball in Newport Beach, CA in 2021. It wasn’t until December of 2022 when she was drafted on an MLP (Major League Pickleball) team, that her desire to make pickleball her #1 priority was ignited. She has since moved to Florida and is traveling the country competing on the pro tour.

• Schmier Property Group is pleased to announce that Whole Foods Market, the world’s leading natural and organic foods retailer, will be opening in Uptown Boca. The new store is currently in development. Since its completion and opening in late 2020, Uptown Boca has delivered an elevated and unique shopping experience for local residents. The highly anticipated addition of Whole Foods Market will further distinguish Uptown Boca as a landmark destination in South Florida.

• Hispanic consumers were more optimistic in the second quarter of 2023, exhibiting a more positive outlook toward the economy in the year ahead, according to a new poll from the Florida Atlantic University Business and Economic Polling Initiative (FAU BEPI).

• Flagler Technologies’ growth continues as the company announces the addition of Fausto Cepeda to its team of engineers. Cepeda will serve as a Solution Engineer bringing 20 years of experience and expertise in SharePoint administration and deployments to the growing company.

• In its grand tradition, The Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton (RCDBR) will present its eighth Annual Boca Raton Mayors Ball on Saturday, November 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Boca West Country Club. Each year the black-tie gala draws generations of Boca Raton’s Who’s Who dignitaries, business and

community leaders to a lavish and celebrated evening that pays homage to the City’s historic iconic milestones and honors all those, past and present, who have helped make Boca Raton the best place to live, work, learn, visit, heal and raise a family. Event proceeds fund the Club’s “Service Above Self” grant program that supports the health and wellness needs of Boca Raton nonprofits.

• The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) will present “Prince/ss Party in the Square,” starring the Ultimate Disney Tribute Band. The band’s repertoire covers nearly a century of musical canon, including favorites from The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Frozen and Encanto, providing a magical experience jam-packed with nostalgic fun and rockin’ sing-alongs. The group performs in full costume with band members dressing up as characters from the films. They tour nationally, having recently shared festival stages with Stevie Nicks, Green Day and Joan Jett.

• FLITE Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to guiding vulnerable youth and those aging out of foster care for successful transition to independence through housing, education, employment, and system of care coordination, has named Dr. Kymrae MizellHill as director of human resources and leadership development. Mizell-Hill will be responsible for staff development and executing strategic processes and policies that align with the FLITE mission as they continue to expand services into additional regions.

• The board of trustees for Quantum Foundation, under the chairmanship of Brian Kirkpatrick, recently approved 18 grants totaling nearly $1.5 million for Palm Beach County-based nonprofits.

• Palm Beach Dramaworks is pleased to announce that Jenny Connell Davis, whose commissioned play The Messenger will have its world premiere during the upcoming 2023 – 24 season, has been named the company’s first resident playwright, effective immediately.

• Palm Beach State College alumnus Travis Dietz, the senior service delivery analyst at The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation, gave the commencement address at PBSC President Ava. L. Parker’s first graduation ceremony when he graduated in 2016.

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Watercolor Exhibit by Michelle Sherman at Spanish River Library

The Spanish River Library in Boca Raton presents a new art exhibit, “Window into Boca Raton,” a watercolor series by Michelle Sherman. A native of Boca Raton, Sherman discovered a love for painting her beautiful city and the creative people who live and work here about three years ago. After a lifetime of living in Boca Raton, watching it change and grow, Sherman is delighted to record the city’s people and places in watercolor.

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Sherman is a local artist and art teacher. She studied visual art from an early age before attending a prestigious high school for the arts and then the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art in Philadelphia. She went on

to earn an M.A. in Art Education from the University of Florida and has been a full-time teacher for over ten years. She is passionate about creating, whether it is in the form of painting, draw - ing, writing or de - signing art lessons for her students. She is also the au - thor/illustrator of I Heard You Can Draw: A Story for Class Artists Ev - erywhere, a chil - dren’s book about a girl who loves to draw. One of her watercolors was featured in Down - town Boca’s 2023 calendar.

“Window into Boca Raton,” a free exhibit, will run from July 17–September 10, 2023, on the second floor of the Spanish River Library at 1501 NW Spanish River Blvd, Boca Raton.

Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton Presents Eighth Black-tie Boca Raton Mayors Ball

In its grand tradition, The Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton (RCDBR) will present its eighth Annual Boca Raton Mayors Ball on Saturday, November 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Boca West Country Club. Each year the black-tie gala draws generations of Boca Raton’s Who’s Who dignitaries, business and community leaders to a lavish and celebrated evening that pays homage to the City’s historic iconic milestones and honors all those, past and present, who have helped make Boca Raton the best place to live, work, learn, visit, heal and raise a family. Event proceeds fund the Club’s “Service Above Self” grant program that supports the health and wellness needs of Boca Raton nonprofits.

Attendees will once again dance the night away to the Steve Chase Band, honor George Long Award recipients, and raise funds through a high-energy live auction and an extensive silent auction. In special tribute to Boca’s pioneering agricultural heritage of the Yamato Colony, a decadent epicurean farm-to-table menu has been planned by the creative culinary collaboration of Boca West Country Club Executive Chef Paul Griffin and Michelin Star Chef Fabio Trabocchi, whose Fabio Trabocchi Restaurants group will be debuting Fiolina Pasta House Boca Raton this fall.

Spotlight on “Boca’s Best”

Centerstage will be the RCDBR’s annual spotlight on exemplary Boca Raton stakeholders and their achievements and contributions, as the Club recognizes their exceptional generosity of time, treasure and talent, and valued community efforts that elevate the City’s positioning and uplift its community-at-large. The 2023 Rotary Club Downtown

Boca Raton’s George Long Awards, named for the City’s first mayor, will be presented to:

Boca Raton Airport Authority (business cat-

egory) The Faulk Center for Counseling (nonprofit category)

Marta Batmasian (individual category)

In addition to the George Long Awards, the Club’s Dr. Ira Gelb Health & Wellness Visionary Award will be presented to Boca Raton Regional Hospital/ Baptist Health South.

All “In It” to Support Health and Wellness Needs of Boca’s Nonprofits

Since the inaugural event in 2015, Mayors Ball proceeds have fulfilled more than $495,000 in health and wellness grant requests for dozens of Boca’s nonprofits. Distributed each year through a formal RCDBR “Service Above Self” grant application process, last year’s 2022 Mayors Ball proceeds fulfilled grant requests submitted by 24+ area nonprofits, as well as a percentage was donated to Rotary International’s fund for polio eradication.

“Everyone involved in and attending previous Mayors Balls should feel immensely proud of both our City and the contributions they make by support this gala event each year,” said 2023 Mayors Ball Co-Chair Jon A. Kaye “While we have been fortunate to generous proceeds to address many needs

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thus far, new challenges continue arise. Thus, with much excitement, we look forward to another soldout event, and expect the dance floor to be filled and lots of smiles throughout the ballroom as together we celebrate all that is Boca!”

The 2023 Mayors Ball co-chairs are Bonnie S. Kaye and Jon A. Kaye, RCDBR charter member and past president 20152016, and honorary co-chairs are Jessie and Alex Price, who accepted the 2021 George Long Award on behalf Office Depot. The host committee includes current President and

2017 Mayors Ball Co-chair Kim Champion; President-Elect Bruce Spizler; Immediate Past President Jeff Weber; Past Presidents Alan Kaye (2012-2014) and Dr. Allen Konis (2019-2020); past Mayors Ball Co-chairs Ingrid Fulmer, Arlene Herson, Dyana Kenney, Constance Scott and Jonathan Whitney; Ann Brown; Stuart Fife; Shaheer Hosh; Doug Mithun; Marcia Mithun; Linda Petrakis; Michael Pierce; Ron Rubin; Howard Tai; Robin Trompeter; Feri Turker; Turi Turker; Gloria Wank and Marilyn Wilson. The annual event is produced by Kaye Communications PR & Marketing.

To date, 2023 sponsors include: The Wechsler Foundation, James H. & Marta T. Batmasian Fam-

ily Foundation, E.M. Lynn Foundation, ADT, The Boca Raton, The Rudman Law Group, CP Group, YMCA SPBC, Boca Raton Regional Hospital/Baptist South, The Geo Group, Konis Family Dental, Sklar Furnishings, Premier Estate Properties, Viner Family Foundation, Transworld Business Advisors, Transworld Commercial, Wells Fargo Advisors, The Addison, Cristino Fine Jewelry, Kaye Communications PR & Marketing, Grigsby Design, Scott Grody Travel, Mithun Family Foundation, The Siegal Law Group and exclusive magazine sponsor: Boca Raton Magazine.

Founded in July 2012, The Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton is dedicated to impacting the Boca Raton community through Rotary International’s mission of “Service Above Self.” The award-winning 501(c)3 nonprofit’s purpose is to make a difference in the community by enhancing the lives of many in an environment that embraces and promotes integrity, fellowship, and trust. The RCDBR is one of 46,000 Rotary clubs in more than 200 countries connecting 1.4 million Rotarians around the globe. The Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton meets weekly at the Embassy Suites in Boca Raton on Fridays at noon. For information on “health and wellness” fundraising initiatives and membership in the Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton, visit: www.rotarydowntownbocaraton.org.

Mayors Ball tickets at $450 per person will go on sale Friday, September 1 at www.rotarydowntownbocaraton.org. For sponsorship and underwriting opportunities and premier table reservation, visit www.rotarydowntownbocaraton.org or contact Jon Kaye at 561-392-5166, ext.2; jkaye@kcompr. com or email mayorsball@rotarydowntownbocaraton.org.

Hispanic Consumer Confidence Rises as Inflation Eases

Hispanic consumers were more optimistic in the second quarter of 2023, exhibiting a more positive outlook toward the economy in the year ahead, according to a new poll from the Florida Atlantic University Business and Economic Polling Initiative (FAU BEPI).

The Hispanic Consumer Sentiment Index (HCSI) rose three points to 83.4 in the second quarter of 2023, up from 80.2 in the first quarter of the year. Optimism rose in three out of five questions used to generate the HCSI.

About 51 percent of Hispanics said they believe that the country overall will experience good business conditions in the second quarter of this year, up from 47 percent in the first quarter poll. The number was down from the last quarter of 2022, when 56 percent of Hispanics were optimistic on the short-run economic outlook.

Regarding the long-run economic outlook for the country, 54 percent of Hispanics were more optimistic in the second quarter, compared to 50 percent of Hispanics in the first quarter of 2023. In the last quarter of 2022, 53 percent of Hispanics were more optimistic.

For large purchases such as a refrigerator or a television, 45 percent of Hispanics believed it was a good time to buy in the second quarter of 2023, up from 37 percent of Hispanics in the first quarter.

Two questions saw a decline in

optimism or no change: 72 percent of Hispanics said that they would be better off financially in the next year, down from 76 percent in the first quarter; 54 percent of Hispanics said that they were better off financially now than a year ago, remaining the same as in the previous quarter.

“Overall, the upswing in optimism reflects a recovery in attitudes generated by the early-month resolution of the debt ceiling crisis, along with more positive feelings over softening inflation,” said Monica Escaleras, Ph.D., director of FAU BEPI in the College of Business. “Views of their own personal financial situation were unchanged, however, as persistent high prices and expenses continued to weigh on consumers.”

The survey was conducted between April 1 and June 30, polling a sample of Hispanic adults. The margin of error is +/-4.68 percentage points. It was administered using both landlines via IVR data collection and online data collection using Dynata. Responses for the entire sample were weighted to reflect the national distribution of the Hispanic population by region, education, gender, age and income according to latest American Community Survey data.

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Boca West Country Club Appoints Christa Gecheva as Pickleball Touring Pro

Boca West Country Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Christa Gecheva as its Pickleball Touring Pro.

Christa, originally from Wimbledon, London, is a former D1 college tennis player for the University of Wyoming. She has coached D1 tennis for three years and junior protégés for six years before discovering pickleball in Newport Beach, CA in 2021. It wasn’t until December of 2022 when she was drafted on an MLP (Major League Pickleball) team, that her desire to make pickleball her #1 priority was ignited. She has since moved to Florida and is traveling the country competing on the pro tour.

Christa currently plays for the Dallas Pickleball Club, a club owned by Dirk Nowitzki, John Isner, Chandler Parsons, Todd Wagner, and Mark Cuban. The team recently beat Chicago Slice at the MPL San Clemente Challenger.

“Pickleball is America’s fastest-growing sport, and we are proud of our thriving pickleball program and facilities,” said Matthew Linderman, CCM, President,

COO and General Manager for Boca West Country Club. “Christa further elevates our program, and we are proud to welcome her to the Boca West family. Our members are excited to have her train here.”

Boca West Country Club has a top-tier tennis facility, which includes a stadium court with seating for 325, tennis clinics, private lessons, and access for members to USPTA staff. Designed to improve endurance and to provide members with the opportunity to develop an all-court game, the tennis center features 27 Hydro Courts (three of them lit for night play) and 14 dedicated pickleball courts (six of them lit for night play).

Boca West offers various men’s and women’s leagues for all levels and organizes over 30 social events / tournaments per year. Each league competes with various clubs throughout Palm Beach County.

John Joyce, Director of Tennis for Boca West Country Club, said, “Christa has so much energy and passion for pickleball and she’s a great asset to our racquet program.”

Every human being comes into the world with communication mechanisms. Even newborn babies know how to share pressing needs to a parent or guardian, capable to supply their request.

What many adults fail to understand, even after several years on planet earth, is that communication among fellow humans is a task that demands continued improvement. The mere utterance of words or expression of feelings does not necessarily indicate that a communication has been effectively achieved.

Those who are eager to be understood by others, so as to anticipate a response from them, are responsible to convey their message with clarity, free from interfering noises, and at a

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By: Dr. Synesio Lyra

How do You Communicate?

moment which offers the best chances of comprehension, and the provision of some form of response.

Not only serious issues, but also less significant matters, have the greatest probability of being heard, understood, and acted upon when timing, surroundings, and emotional wellbeing of those engaged in the conversation are key factors taken into consideration. A dialogue does it best!

It is the one communicating to another who has the primary responsibility of ascertaining that the message has been heard and understood. While using the vacuum cleaner, when the television or radio are blasting, or when children are fighting or crying nearby, is not the

right time to convey messages.

The moment a spouse enters the house after a long day at work is never the best time to address any issue of importance to be grasped by the hearer, especially when that issue entails potentially bad news.

I once heard of a wise wife who studiously avoided greeting her husband after his long day at work with any bad news, regardless of the seriousness of the issue. So, one day, as soon as her husband arrived home, with a welcoming smile she went to kiss him and proclaimed: “Hi, honey; you should be happy to know that three of our four children are not in the hospital at the moment!” With that creative approach, and the blow softened, she was able gradual-

FAITH

By: Rick Boxx

ly to explain that one of the kids had broken a leg during a ball game, but all else was okay!

You can avoid being misunderstood, not being heard, or sharing your thoughts at an inappropriate moment but seeking the right time, the best setting, and the most clear and adequate words which effectively and exhaustively express what you desire to convey.

It is not late at night, much less when you are tired in bed ready to sleep, or at moments when other pressing sirens beckon another’s attention that you should spill your concerns or seek an answer to significant matters. Communication is not hard, but it needs to be done effectively!

Never Underestimate the Value of a friend

If you have ever watched a TV wildlife documentary that shows a lion hunting its prey, you will recognize the lion’s common practice: Finding the slowest or weakest gazelle and isolating them. Once the prey has been isolated, victory is assured. There is safety in being part of a group; alone, the prey does not have a prayer.

This problem manifests itself in the marketplace as well. Ambitious, driven people willing to do whatever it takes to reach their goals and advance their careers choose to go it alone. Rather than partnering with others, seeking to leverage their respective skills and strengths, the “lone ranger” pursues the prize unaware of pitfalls lying ahead. Many a rising star has stunningly crashed and burned without the support and accountability that come from being a part of an effectively, well-functioning team.

In a professional, personal and spiritual sense, we have an enemy who – like

the cunning lion – also desires to isolate us so we can be taken down morally, knowing we are at our weakest when we are alone. If we allow our pride to prevent us from calling a friend when we sense that we are in danger, we are prone to destruction.

Over and over in the Scriptures, we read about the importance of joining forces with others in common pursuits:

The safety found in numbers. We find countless examples of how working together, whether on a project or seeking to solve a problem, is more effective than trying to accomplish things alone. Two horses, or oxen, can haul multiple times what a single animal can pull. We see this all the time in the business and professional world as well. “Two are better than one because they have a good return for their work. If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man falls and has no one to help him up!… Though one may be overpowered, two can defend

themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken” (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12).

The value of a trusted friend. Sometimes all it takes is a single genuine friend, someone who cares enough about us to tell us the truth. Even when what they have to say is hard to hear. “A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother” (Proverbs 18:24).

The benefits of friendly friction. Sometimes “sparks” fly when we interact with others, whether in creative interactions or in receiving constructive criticism. As the adage tells us, “Not one of us is as smart as all of us together.” The potential benefits of rubbing shoulders with one another in workplace settings are immeasurable. “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another” (Proverbs 27:17).

The importance of mutual encouragement. Facing the challenges and struggles of life and work can at times seem

overwhelming. Having others alongside of us to offer support, helpful advice and affirmation can make a tremendous difference in how we cope with difficulties and hardships. “And let us consider how to spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another –and all the more as you see the Day approaching” (Hebrews 10:24-25).

When we are well-rested, well-fed, calm and content, we are tempted to believe that we do not need anyone else, that we can handle any and all obstacles alone. But at times like that we can become most vulnerable, letting down our guard against temptations and external threats. So we are wise to beware and be aware. When you are feeling hungry, angry, lonely or tired, do not insist on trusting in your self-sufficiency. Seek out a friend. It may save you from destruction.

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BEEN THERE, DONE THAT

By: Marci Shatzman

Skin is in

Just when I can’t even wear sleeveless anymore, skin is in.

Ads flaunt flawless behinds in thong bathing suits, meant to motivate women to avoid the inevitable derriere droop with plastic surgery.

Just when I’m more concerned with my neck caving in.

Remember when decolletage was taboo for women who wanted to be taken seriously. Especially on TV. An anchor woman was comfortable showing cleavage on her recent network gig.

I hate wearing boleros to cover my sagging upper arms. Now I have a wardrobe of them. In every color. I’m even relegated to ¾ sleeves on tee-shirts. Who wants to wear sleeves in South Florida when our summers top 90 degrees?

Not to mention fashion trends. Strapless used to be sexy. If you like to keep up with the latest trends now, try buying a dress that’s not backless, off-the-shoulders

or doesn’t have peek-a-boo sides or thigh high slits.

Jennifer Lopez and Cher were famous for wearing see-through outfits when they were young. They’re still doing it, proof that showing skin is ageless, especially if you’re gorgeous and can keep it up…literally. JLo’s gown at The Met Gala had a barely there bodice. She’ll be 54 on July 24. Salma Hayek was boobalicous on the red carpet at the Oscars. She’ll be 57 Sept. 2.

Let’s face it ladies, now less is more and showing everything is in. “If you’ve got it, flaunt it,” is the new mantra. Especially on the beach.

Forget bikinis. Thong bathing suits barely cover anything. Remember when showing your butt was considered unacceptable in polite society? Now they’re hanging out for all the world to see.

DAILY BREAD

By: Robert J. Tamasy

The Bountiful Benefits Of Brokenness

In the business and professional world, we admire strong and bold leaders. Stakeholders in companies typically look for proud, assertive individuals to head their organizations, whose courage, confidence, and determination seem unshakable. In His “sermon on the mount,” Jesus Christ declared, “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth” (Matthew 5:5), but corporate boards of directors typically do not want people like that for leadership roles in their companies.

Ironically, brokenness is a quality that often helps to shape the characters of strong leaders – people who have struggled through great adversity, failure, and discouragement, but persevered to come out the other side as more resilient, more humble individuals. Why is brokenness such an advantageous “asset”? Because it helps men and women lead with compassion, sensitivity, and understanding. They perceive their own weakness and shortcomings, which enables them to learn how to trust and rely on members of the team they have assembled around them.

During my early years as editor of a small community newspaper, I was essentially a one-man band, handling most of the writing and reporting, photography, editing and design of each edition. I reported to a publisher, but did most of the editorial work myself, including decision-making. It was a tiresome, often daunting task. As a result, I made more than my share of mistakes.

Later in my newspaper career, I had a full editorial staff and was able to rely on the respective skills and experience of other reporters and editors, delegating responsibilities to them. It was a great relief to collaborate with others and share ideas for creating the best possible product.

During much of his reign, King David of Israel also worked on his own. His people held him in high esteem, remembering his many wartime exploits. He had advisors, but typically relied on his own judgment –sometimes to his great detriment. His success, it seems, went to his head.

In 2 Samuel 11, we find David remaining in Jerusalem while his army and military leaders went off to war. He spotted a stunning woman, Bathsheba, bathing on a nearby rooftop, and reasoned that as king he had the regal right to satisfy his sexual desire for her, leading to a series of dire consequences.

Only when later confronted by the prophet Nathan did King David confess his transgressions and turn to God for forgiveness. Out of David’s repentance came a powerful entry in the Psalms in which he openly acknowledged his wrongdoing and asked the Lord for restoration.

After praying, “according to your great compassion, blot out my transgressions. Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin” (Psalm 51:1-2), David made a stirring request: “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me away from Your presence, and do not take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of Your salvation, and uphold me by Your generous Spirit” (Psalm 51:10-12).

David concluded, “The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise” (Psalm 51:17). In our service to the Lord, our broken and contrite hearts also can be pleasing to Him. And as a result, they can make us better, more effective leaders.

Uptown Boca Welcomes Whole Foods Market

Flagler Technologies Welcomes New Solution Engineer, Fausto Cepeda

Flagler Technologies’ growth continues as the company announces the addition of Fausto Cepeda to its team of engineers. Cepeda will serve as a Solution Engineer bringing 20 years of experience and expertise in SharePoint administration and deployments to the growing company.

puters, gadgets, and electronics and flying drones. He holds an amateur radio license and loves flying drones. Other creative passions include video photography and playing and listening to music, from classical to heavy metal.

Schmier Property Group is pleased to announce that Whole Foods Market, the world’s leading natural and organic foods retailer, will be opening in Uptown Boca. The new store is currently in development. Since its completion and opening in late 2020, Uptown Boca has delivered an elevated and unique shopping experience for local residents. The highly anticipated addition of Whole Foods Market will further distinguish Uptown Boca as a landmark destination in South Florida.

“We couldn’t be more excited for Whole Foods Market to become part of Uptown Boca,” said Brian Schmier, CEO of Schmier Property Group. “Announcing Whole Foods Market as our anchor grocery store is truly a home run for Uptown Boca and the entire west Boca community. Uptown Boca has quickly become the go-to shopping and dining destination in west Boca, and the addition of Whole Foods Market to our tenant roster will further solidify Uptown Boca as a cornerstone within the community.”

Uptown Boca is an upscale mixed-use project featuring approximately 195,000 square feet of retail and dining and 456 luxury rental apartments. Uptown Boca provides all the

components of “shop, dine, live” in an elevated, integrated, walkable environment. Whole Foods Market will join a dynamic and diverse roster of tenants including: REI, Sephora, Lazy Dog Restaurant, Chick-Fil-A, Bonefish Grill, Lynora’s Italian Restaurant, Naked Taco, Zen Sushi, BurgerFi, Just Salad, Bolay, Olive U, Buff City Soaps, Paradise Grills, Tide Dry Cleaners, MD Now, Banfield Pet Hospital, YogaSix, Sloan’s Ice Cream, Tipsy Nail Salon, F45 Training, The Joint Chiropractic, Amazing Lash, Carmela Coffee, Clean Juice, Mathnasium and Dental Care of Boca Raton.

Uptown Boca was developed by Schmier Property Group, Giles Capital Group, and Rosemurgy Properties in partnership with Wheelock Street Capital. When the project opened in 2020, it was the first new retail and Class-A multifamily development in west Boca Raton in over 20 years. In 2021, Cortland acquired the seven-building multifamily component of the property for $230 million, one of the largest multifamily transactions in Florida that year.

Lyle Stern and Mickey Finkle of Vertical Real Estate represented Whole Foods Market in this transaction.

A detailed oriented solutionist, Cepeda’s skills include leveraging document management, team portals communication, and power automated solutions. His strong tenacity in finding cost-effective solutions without compromising workflow aligns with the mission of Flagler Technologies to weave seamlessly into teams of every size.

The accomplished SharePoint Architect specializes in Teams, HUBS, Microsoft 365 SharePoint Online, Power Apps, Automate and Flow, and InfoPath SP2010-13 form publications. Cepeda has held senior roles with forward-thinking companies, including AHEAD, RoundTower Technologies, Office Depot, and Greenberg Traurig, LLP.

“I’m excited to join the team at Flagler Technologies and enjoy using my skills to contribute to the exciting technological advances that happen daily. I look forward to sharing my experience with document management and governance with our clients,” says Cepeda.

In his free time, he enjoys building com-

Flagler Technologies, one of Florida’s fastest-growing technology companies, is headquartered in Boca Raton, and employs staff across the south who provide solutions to complexities and challenges. Clients include individuals, small businesses, universities, and billion-dollar corporations. In mid-2023, the company expanded into Georgia with a satellite office and team in the Atlanta area.

Clients of the company have full access to their deep knowledge, wealth of experience, and strategic services, including managed and professional IT solutions for remote worker security, digital infrastructure, networking, cloud, and collaboration. As an extension of their client’s company, Flagler professionals weave seamlessly into teams and provide solutions so clients can focus on their strategic initiatives. Enabling innovation without increasing capital investments has led the company to become the leader in the industry. To learn more about Flagler Technologies or this new staff appointment, please visit flagler.io or call (561) 229-1602.

That moment when your child receives an acceptance letter to a coveted college is a time to feel pride in their achievements and excited about their future. It’s also a time to make sense of the school’s price tag. That’s where financial award letters come into play.

“You’ll receive an award letter from each school your student was accepted to listing all the details of the financial aid package,” says Angela Colatriano, College Ave Student Loans. “This information helps you figure out what’s covered and how much your family is expected to pay.”

Unfortunately, if you’re like many parents, you may not be prepared for everything you read in these award letters. In a recent College Ave Student Loans survey, only 30% of parents who received award letters said they received as much aid as they expected, and 74% said they found the expected family contribution surprisingly high. Colatriano also notes that because the layout of these letters varies from school to school, it can be hard to compare their terms.

To help you decipher your financial aid award letters and figure out how to pay for college this fall, consider these tips and insights:

1. Sort grants and scholarships from other aid: If your child was awarded a fed-

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Do you want to support your community through volunteerism and civic engagement but don’t know where to start?

Research from Points of Light, a global nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring, equipping and mobilizing people to take action that changes the world, shows 73% of people believe that volunteering is more important than ever, yet 66% think they can’t make a big impact in their communities. Luckily, more people are connecting to resources that are pointing them in the right direction.

“Over the years, we have seen people increase their commitments to creating a just and equitable world through individual volunteer work and through their workplaces,” said Diane Quest, interim president and CEO, Points of Light.

To help you get in on the action, Points of Light is sharing four great ways to get involved:

1. Stay Local: While volunteering with any type of mission can help to better the world, people tend to be more impacted by volunteer opportunities from

Making Sense of College Costs and Financial Aid

eral grant or scholarships from the college, they will be listed on your award letter. These do not need to be repaid and are applied directly to the school’s tuition. You can also pursue outside scholarships. One easy one to apply for is the College Ave

wise, schools will list any federal student loans you’re eligible to receive. Don’t forget to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year to qualify.

3. Meet the gap: If after accounting for grants, scholarships and federal aid there is

around for a private student loan. If you do so, make sure you borrow only what you need. Also, look for a lender offering favorable terms, repayment options and interest rates. College Ave Student Loans offers resources to help you navigate paying for college, including a student loan calculator to show what your monthly payments could look like. To learn more, visit CollegeAve.com.

4. Look before you leap: Remember that most types of financial aid come with terms and conditions. For example, a scholarship may require a student to maintain a certain GPA for it to be renewed the following semester. Federal and private loans will have interest rates and repayment terms. Before accepting or pursuing any type of financial aid, be sure you understand what’s involved.

5. Get assistance: When in doubt, don’t be afraid to reach out to your school’s financial aid office for assistance. They are a great resource to help you and your family navigate the financial aid process.

$1,000 monthly scholarship sweepstakes. Encourage your student to apply for scholarships year-round, as every little bit helps.

2. Delve into federal aid: The award letters will show you if your student qualified for the Federal Work-Study program. Like-

still a gap between school costs and what you can afford, consider how you can reduce costs or get more funding. For example, you may reconsider your choice of school or have your student take on a part-time job. You might also want to shop

“With so many competing financial pressures, it’s more important than ever for college-bound families to understand the ins and outs of their financial aid offers and what they’re responsible to cover each year,” says Colatriano.

Ways to Get Involved in Your Community

which they can observe the fruits of their labor. Collaborate with local nonprofits to affect change in the place where you live, work and play. Visit Points of Light

nities by volunteering together. Consider working at a local food bank, participating in community clean-up initiatives, or organizing donation drives for local char-

tionships, build community connections, and make a positive impact in their communities.

3. Recognize and Expand What You’re Already Doing: While many of us think about volunteering in a formal way with longer time commitments and structures, civic engagement comes in all forms. Informal actions like helping a neighbor and leveraging your purchase power all make up civic action. Ask yourself: how could I take three to five actions around one cause area that’s important to me to make greater impact? Find out how through the Points of Light Civic Circle https://www. pointsoflight.org/civic-circle/.

Engage, https://engage.pointsoflight.org/, to find an opportunity today in your city or zip code and based on your interests.

2. Volunteer With Friends and Family: Families can support their commu -

ities. Volunteering as a family not only provides a chance for quality time together but also encourages children to develop empathy and social responsibility. By volunteering, families can strengthen rela-

4. Get Inspired: To learn more about how others have volunteered and gotten involved in their communities, visit https://www.pointsoflight.org/gvm. You’ll be inspired by uplifting stories and get ideas on how you can become more civically engaged, too.

“There are many paths to living a full, civic life. Now is the perfect time to start,” says Quest.

FLITE Center Names Dr. Kymrae Mizell-Hill as Director of Human Resources and Leadership Development

FLITE Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to guiding vulnerable youth and those aging out of foster care for successful transition to independence through housing, education, employment, and system of care coordination, has named Dr. Kymrae Mizell-Hill as director of human resources and leadership development. Mizell-Hill will be responsible for staff development and executing strategic processes and policies that align with the FLITE mission as they continue to expand services into additional regions.

“We are thrilled to add Dr. Kymrae Mizell-Hill to the FLITE Center executive team,” said Christine Frederick, CEO of FLITE Center. “Dr. Mizell-Hill is a dedicated supporter of youth empowerment who takes great pride in educating, serving, and advocating for our community. Her civic involvement, mentoring, and motivational philosophies are an ideal complement to our professional development and youth life skills programs.”

Dr. Kymrae Mizell-Hill possesses more than 15 years of experience in professional leadership development and community advocacy. A Fort Lauderdale native, Mizell-Hill began her career in hotel catering sales and event management in Charlotte, North Carolina. During this time, she discovered her calling to help others seek their highest potential. Pursuing this career path to educate and train adults, she joined Historically Black

Quantum Foundation Invests Nearly $1.5 Million Locally in First Half of 2023

Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and went on to work for Fortune 500 companies where she recruited talent and facilitated curriculum-based training. To continue her journey to be a catalyst for organizational development, she founded the TOC Consulting Group where she consults individuals and organizations through a human capital lens.

In addition to her newly appointed role with FLITE Center, Dr. Mizell-Hill is also an adjunct professor for both Broward College and Miami-Dade College. She is the founder and executive director of Whoamentoring Works, Inc., a non-profit organization that focuses on life skill programs and empowering events for marginalized youth and adult women. She has been appointed to boards and volunteers her time and services to other organizations including Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Inc., NAACP Ft. Lauderdale/ Broward, L.A. Lee YMCA Mizell Community Center, Dress for Success Miami, Sistrunk Annual Festival, and HBCU Pride Nation.

Dr. Mizell-Hill holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Central Florida and a Graduate Certificate in Hospitality and Event Management from Florida International University. She obtained her master’s degree in Adult Education – Human Resource Development, and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Organizational Leadership Studies from North Carolina A & T State University.

The board of trustees for Quantum Foundation, under the chairmanship of Brian Kirkpatrick, recently approved 18 grants totaling nearly $1.5 million for Palm Beach County-based nonprofits.

Quantum Foundation’s mission is to inspire and fund initiatives that improve the health of Palm Beach County residents. The health foundation was formed from $135 million in proceeds from the sale of JFK Medical Center. Now in its third decade of community investment, the foundation has assets of approximately $150 million. Since its inception, Quantum Foundation has awarded $165 million to hundreds of Palm Beach County nonprofit grantees. Every dollar the foundation grants stays in the county to benefit local communities.

“Our grants are intended to support organizations and initiatives that positively influence the social determinants of health,” said Eric Kelly, president of Quantum Foundation. “We have so many distinct health needs in our county and it’s a privilege to fund organizations that serve residents that might not otherwise have quality care.”

Of the grants allocated for the first and second quarters of 2023, $250,000 was distributed to Promise Fund for early breast and cervical cancer detection screenings, diagnostic testing, and treatment services. With Quantum Foundation funding, Promise Fund will implement a countywide educational and outreach plan to increase health equity for 2,000 uninsured women by increasing health literacy, knowledge of healthcare resources, access to early detection screening, and providing evidence-based navigation.

“We are grateful to everyone who participated in the Promise Fund Community Health Summit Committees that prepared and reviewed our ‘Women Owning Their Health’ program,” said Nancy Brinker, founder of Promise Fund. “As a result of these efforts, we were awarded funding through Quantum Foundation in the full amount of $250,000 to implement our initiative beginning June 2023 to June 2025. Our goal is to increase women’s screenings in Palm Beach County through health promotion, marketing, and education.”

“Prince & Princess Party in the Square” Starring the Ultimate Disney Tribute Band at Old School Square in Delray Beach

The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) will present “Prince/ss Party in the Square,” starring the Ultimate Disney Tribute Band. The band’s repertoire covers nearly a century of musical canon, including favorites from The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Frozen and Encanto, providing a magical experience jam-packed with nostalgic fun and rockin’ singalongs. The group performs in full costume with band members dressing up as characters from the films. They tour nationally, having recently shared festival stages with Stevie Nicks, Green Day and Joan Jett.

Additional Kids Activities during the event include Bounce House, Petting Zoo, Superheroes, Prince & Princesses, Puppy Adoption, Face Painting, Arts & Crafts, Balloon Art, and more.

WHEN: Sunday, July 30, 3:00pm –

Technology professional gives back to PBSC for forging his path to success

6:00pm

WHERE: Old School Square Amphitheatre,51 N. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444

WHO: Prince/ss Party in the Square is presented by Old School Square and powered the Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and City of Delray Beach. The DDA team is responsible for curating exhibitions, programs and events for the Cornell Art Museum, Amphitheatre and all other Old School Square campus facilities.

COST: Tickets are $5 per person. (Purchase tickets here: https://tickets.delrayoldschoolsquare.com/event/princess-party-at-thesquare#)

Learn more here: https://delrayoldschoolsquare.com/events/princess-party-inthe-square

Palm Beach State College alumnus Travis Dietz, the senior service delivery analyst at The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation, gave the commencement address at PBSC President Ava. L. Parker’s first graduation ceremony when he graduated in 2016.

At the time, he was the vice president of Phi Theta Kappa, earned the Honors College Gold Track distinction and served as the Honors College Student Advisory president. Dietz went on to the University of Florida, where he earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

But Dietz’s educational journey started with challenges, as he was a student who had a hard time sitting still, focusing and making friends. He questioned this, worried why this was happening to him and why he had to be different.

By the time he was a senior at Seminole Ridge High School, Dietz found himself in AP psychology class. “The unit on mental illness and learning disabilities was like reading about myself,” Dietz recalls.

With treatment, Dietz was, as he says, “brand new.” He came to love learning, going from an average student to a high achiever who earned the Green and Gold Scholarship to Palm Beach State. “I became a machine, earning every scholarship I could and working two jobs, and it was then that I learned a tremendous lesson: think about the future value of your current decisions.”

Dietz questioned himself, his choices and his own mental state, enduring all these as he says. Needing to retake certain finance classes at the University of Florida, he found himself struggling, trying to live on little funds yet with lots of grit, something he discovered during this challenging time.

“The way we frame things in life is extremely important. Look at life through a lens that sees adversity as an opportunity to grow. Change is constant but growth is optional.”

Shifting his major to Information Systems, Dietz found his niche, eventually pursuing his master’s degree. Serving as the president for information systems, he grew the organization tremendously, referring to himself as a “servant leader.” Dietz then landed a position with a well-known financial tech company, reminding himself that failing business finance was the best thing that could have happened. Hope, perseverance and grit have driven Dietz, a message he shares with others.

Today, Dietz and fellow PBSC alumnus and close friend Nick Buompadre are paying forward with their own scholarship for PBSC students. Scholarships forged a path for both of them, making PBSC’s Honors College possible. The Dietz-Briolini Grit Scholarship for Honors College students is bringing recipients of the scholarship hope through the opportunity of higher education.

Palm Beach Dramaworks Names Jenny Connell Davis Resident Playwright

Palm Beach Dramaworks is pleased to announce that Jenny Connell Davis, whose commissioned play The Messenger will have its world premiere during the upcoming 2023 – 24 season, has been named the company’s first resident playwright, effective immediately.

“I am delighted that Jenny accepted our invitation to join us as our resident playwright,” said Producing Artistic Director William Hayes. “PBD has made a resolute commitment to both developing new plays and producing new works. In the past five seasons we’ve produced seven world premieres, and since 2019 our new plays festival has showcased 25 readings of stimulating works still in development. New plays are now so integral to who we are that the logical next step was to offer a playwright an artistic home. And Jenny is not only immensely talented, but she meshed with PBD from the moment she first worked with us.

“We met in 2020 when her play, As I See It, was chosen for the festival,” Hayes continued. “I was so impressed by her writing that we planned to produce the play’s world premiere. Unfortunately, due to external circumstances, we couldn’t make it happen. But I knew she was someone I wanted to collaborate with. I admire the way she approaches her work, and we discovered we had a similar sensibility and an easy rapport: we can bounce ideas off each other, and we listen. We may not always agree, but we respect each other’s viewpoint and keep our minds open. It’s a wonderful working relationship.”

“From the moment I arrived here and began meeting everyone, it was like I’d found friends and collaborators,” said Davis. “And I’m not speaking just about the artistic staff, but about board members and patrons. I felt like I had come into a welcoming community, and I wanted to continue to be a part of it. I’m very excited that PBD is committed to new work.

Right now, the appetite for new work nationwide is not high, and the opportunities are contracting.

So, naming a resident playwright is a brave step when the theatre community nationally is trying to figure out how to be brave. It’s an honor that they talked to me about the position, and it was an easy ‘yes’ for me.”

Hayes and Davis envision a continuous series of commissions, over a period of years, about subjects that stimulate both of them. The Messenger is such a play. It’s 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.

“Bill wants to commission work that he would not only like to see onstage at PBD, but that he thinks will have a life beyond PBD,” said Davis. “If I bring him an idea and he says, ‘There’s no way we’re going to do that,’ then I’ll look for another idea. I can always write whatever play I want on my own time. But if it’s on PBD’s time and dime, the idea should be something that excites him. It’s a project commitment, which is great; that’s not how it always works. And I won’t be pumping out a play a year for the company, which is a good thing. Sometimes a play takes two or three years to write. And I’m sure there are plenty of other playwrights with whom Bill would like to develop relationships. So, this works well for both of us. The relationship is ongoing, and we’ll always be batting around what might come next.”

Jenny Connell Davis is a playwright from Maine, who lives in Austin, TX. Recent plays include Matinicus:

A Lighthouse Play

(a true story about Maine heroine Abigail Burgess); As I See It, about the relationship between painter Alice Neel and poet Frank O’Hara; and Anton Chekhov Is A Tasty Snack, a comedy about the tragedy of theatre, and the people who love it. The Messenger, commissioned by PBD, will have its world premiere during the 2023-24 season. Her stage plays have been developed or produced by PBD, the O’Neill National Playwrights Conference, The Playwrights’ Center, Icicle Creek, ACT in Seattle, the Araca Group, The Gift Theatre, Stage Left and ATC in Chicago, Ars Nova, Asolo Rep, NAATCO, Theater Mitu, New York Stage and Film, Shrewd Productions, Impact Theatre in Berkeley, Chance Theatre, SPACE at Ryder Farm, and Team Sunshine Performance Corporation. In addition to PBD, she has been commissioned by The Chance Theater, Penfold Theater, and Ars Nova. By day, Jenny works as the in-house writer at Emmy Award-winning Baobab Studios, developing stories that they iterate across tv, film, books for kids, graphic novels, Roblox and NFT games, and VR. She adapted bestselling novelist Jennifer Weiner’s first YA novel, The Littlest Bigfoot, for screen; it’s currently under development with Fox/Disney. Her first pilot script, a soapy supreme court drama, sold to Sony. Her short films have screened at festivals worldwide, including SxSW and Toronto.

Merrill Lynch leader named to Forbes South Florida list of best wealth advisors

Palm Beach State College alumna Fabiola Sardinha is a senior vice president and international wealth advisor who joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2003, after five years of working at Morgan Stanley.

Fluent in both English and Spanish, Sardinha has worked with top accounts internationally and domestically. She focuses on the creation of strategies for high-net-worth individuals and their families that are designed to help them pursue their short- and long-term financial goals, including retirement and estate planning services.

Dedicating herself to working closely with Palm Beach State, Sardinha serves as the investment advisor for the Board of the Foundation for PBSC. She also provides assistance to nonprofit organizations as they

go through the very intricate process of setting up investment policies and specific objectives to each organization.

Sardinha’s approach to wealth management is consultative and objective with a commitment to excellence. She prides herself on her ability to listen to and interpret clients’ ideas about their financial situations, preferences and goals, and she uses the vast resources of Merrill Lynch to help them explore a wide range of possible solutions.

Sardinha holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Marketing from Florida Atlantic University. In 2023, she was named to the Forbes “Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State” list. A native of Venezuela, Sardinha has resided in West Palm Beach since 1989. 833-969-0280

Multiclass Cancer Diagnostic Tool Designed By FAU uses AI, MICRORNA

Cancer is one of the most devastating diseases in the world. In 2023, more than 1.9 million new cancer cases and 609,820 deaths are projected to occur in the United States alone. As efforts are underway to improve diagnostic tools, microRNAs are at the forefront biomedical research.

MicroRNAs, or miRNAs, are a class of small non-coding ribonucleic acids (RNAs), which are essential for all biological functions. The main role of miRNA in the human body is gene regulation. As such, they regulate a variety of biological and pathological processes, including the formation and development of cancer. In fact, many cancers are closely associated with miRNA functionality.

Businessman on blurred background using digital ribbon cancer interface 3D rendering

The association of miRNAs with cancer development has spurred interest in investigating miRNA expression profiling data as a potentially less invasive diagnostic tool for early detection. Machine learning methodologies have been used to develop high performance pan-cancer classification models and to identify potentially novel miRNA biomarkers for clinical investigation. However, understanding how these data science techniques correlate to established biological processes to advance integration into clinical environments is key.

To further explore the feasibility of miRNAs as biomarkers for cancer classification and improving clinical classification applications, researchers from Florida Atlantic University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science created a multiclass cancer diagnostic model using miRNA expression profiles. Their methodology utilized an iterative process that applied several key techniques to a continually increasing dataset of miRNA expression quantification data.

For the study, researchers assessed how the top miRNA features selected by machine learning models relate to clinically and biologically verified miRNA biomarkers. They developed Support Vector Machine and Random Forest machine learning models for cancer classification, and iteratively added cancer classes to the multiclass models. They looked at the relationship between the relevant miRNAs identified through feature selection and the performance metrics of the classification models across 20 iterations. Each iteration added another primary sample site to the multi-class models, increasing the number of cancer types involved.

Researchers examined the change in success metrics as more cancer types were introduced to the subset, how the 20-miRNA signature changed as more cancer types were introduced to the subset, and the characteristics of the full dataset via principal component analysis, a popular technique for analyzing large datasets containing a high number of dimensions or features.

Unlike previous studies, which have only focused on miRNA feature signatures for a final multiclass dataset, this study tracked changes in clinical and biological relevance after each addition of a cancerous tissue type.

Results of the study, published in the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers’ ACCESS journal, found on IEEE Xplore , indicate that models with a greater number of cancer classes shift toward focusing on can-

cer-diverse miRNAs of greater relevance with characterized functionality. The study suggests that miRNAs may be highly unique to specific cancerous tissues and can be strong biomarkers for detection and classification; however, current verified biomarkers fall toward more cancer-wide miRNAs when detecting cancer.

The study provides insights into potential relationships between the overall clinical relevance of the feature extraction signature and the success metrics of the models and demonstrates the feasibility of using a multi-tissue miRNA cancer signature as a generalizable signature for single class cancer detection in a number of prominent cancers.

Findings showed that as the number of cancer classes increased, the performance metrics decreased, yet the percentage relevance of the miRNA feature selection signature slightly increased before stabilizing. In addition, after conducting principal component analysis, the non-cancer tissues from all samples had very similar expression visualizations, while all cancerous tissues had unique profiles.

“MicroRNAs have significant promise for future diagnostic tests because they can be detected directly from biological fluids such as blood, urine or saliva as well as the availability of high-quality measurement techniques for miRNAs,” said Oneeb Rehman, corresponding author and a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science within FAU’s College of Engineering and Computer Science. “This makes understanding and characterizing the biological basis behind potential miRNA classification tools crucial for integration into clinical environments.”

Under Rehman’s supervision, a team of senior design undergraduate students and co-authors Charles Briandi and Eyan Eubanks, led by Matthew Acs and Richard Acs, from the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, participated in the study. Hanqi Zhuang, Ph.D., co-author and chair and professor of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, served as the team’s mentor.

“This study, which explored the relationship between the composition of microRNAs and various types of cancers, has important implications for the potential use of miRNAs as biomarkers in both research and the clinical field,” said Stella Batalama, Ph.D., dean, FAU College of Engineering and Computer Science. “What is especially impressive about this research is that it involved a number of our undergraduate students who collaborated to investigate a better way to manage a disease that impacts millions of people around the world each year.”

The research utilized data from the Genomic Data Commons Data Portal, which was sponsored by the National Cancer Institute.

Cancers originating from different primary sample sites have specific patterns of miRNA expression, as revealed by principal component analysis, a popular technique for analyzing large datasets. These patterns allow for the highly accurate classification of cancer types by machine learning models.

New Era Begins at Unicorn Children’s Foundation with Appointment of New Executive Director

Unicorn Children’s Foundation proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Jaimee Sabato as its new Executive Director, ushering in a new era of compassion, inclusivity, and empowerment for individuals with developmental differences and their families. Driven by her personal experiences and unyielding dedication, Dr. Sabato brings a profound understanding and deep sense of purpose to her new role.

With over 20 years of experience in education and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, Dr. Sabato is a passionate advocate and has dedicated her career to improving the lives of individuals with developmental differences. As a mother of a developmentally different child, she intimately understands the challenges parents and caregivers face. Driven by her own journey, she is committed to ensuring that no parent or child feels alone or lacks support.

Unicorn Children’s Foundation, known for its dedication to preparing individuals with developmental differences for having successful lives, has embraced Dr. Sabato’s transformative vision. Building upon its foundation of serving individuals on the Autism spectrum, the Foundation has expanded its scope to include all developmental differences, providing comprehensive support from birth through adulthood.

Under Dr. Sabato’s transformative leadership, Unicorn Children’s Foundation is making significant strides in empowering individuals with developmental differences and their families. The Foundation is highly anticipating the opening of Boca School for Autism on August 10th. This is a cutting-edge individualized school that builds upon each student’s specific strengths. The BSA model utilizes a unique evidence-based curriculum, with educators and clinicians collaborating under one roof on FAU’s campus.

One of the Foundation’s flagship programs, the Family Navigator, is having significant impact. This vital program acts as a guiding light for families navigating the challenges of raising a child with developmental differences. Thanks to the generous funding from Impact 100, this free, compassionate service connects families with

a knowledgeable social worker who acts as a human Google, offering personalized referrals and access to a wealth of resources. At Unicorn Children’s Foundation, families are embraced as part of a supportive community, knowing that they are never alone on their journey. “Unicorn Children’s Foundation is not just an organization; it is a lifeline for families and individuals seeking resources, guidance, and a compassionate community,” says Dr. Sabato, “I am honored to lead this incredible organization and work alongside a dedicated team to make a lasting impact in the lives of individuals with developmental differences, ensuring they are able to reach their highest human potential.”

Dr. Sabato has also spearheaded the expansion of other initiatives at Unicorn Children’s Foundation. The Foundation’s job training program continues to provide adults with developmental differences the opportunity to lead productive and fulfilling lives, offering job certifications in various fields like retail, hospitality, and barista training. Additionally, the Special Percs Cafe at Unicorn in downtown Boca will now be open Monday through Friday from 7 am to 3 pm, providing a welcoming space for the community to enjoy free “cups of kindness” while supporting Unicorn. “Dr. Sabato’s expertise, passion, and personal experiences make her the ideal leader to guide our Foundation towards a new trajectory,” said Unicorn Board President Angela Fisher. “We are excited to witness the transformative changes she is bringing to our organization.”

Under Dr. Sabato’s leadership, which started in January, Unicorn Children’s Foundation has already achieved a prestigious 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest independent charity evaluator. This recognition speaks to the Foundation’s exceptional financial health, accountability, and transparency, bolstering its credibility in the philanthropic landscape. The 4-star rating demonstrates the Foundation’s commitment to responsible stewardship of resources and ensures that donor contributions are utilized effectively to make a meaningful impact.

Hear from the City’s Emergency Manager - Christine Mucci

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.

Are you ready? June 1 marks the start of Hurricane Season. We always encourage our residents to be prepared for any weather emergencies and to plan ahead. With the City’s year-round preparations and your efforts, we can all have a safer season.

Some updates this year...the National Hurricane Center (NHC) will use a new seven-day cone projection, instead of a 5-day one. The extra two days could give enough time for everyone to better prepare their homes and businesses. Also, you can shop for hurricane supplies during TWO sales-tax free periods this summer.

Tips on what you can do NOW to keep you and your family safe:

1. Stock up on hurricane supplies. The

sales tax-free weeks run May 27 - June 9 AND August 26 - September 8.

2. Know your evacuation zone and have a plan, especially if you live on the barrier island or in low-lying areas.

3. Test your generators, supplies, and shutters to ensure they’re working and that you have all the parts.

4. Trim your trees and clean out your garages this month.

5. View the City’s website for all the different ways to stay connected before, during, and after a storm.

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.

Hanley Foundation’s 2nd Annual Boca Celebrity Cookoff

Hanley Foundation’s 2nd Annual Boca Celebrity Cookoff will be held on Thursday, August 3 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Waterstone Resort and Marina, 999 East Camino Real, Boca Raton. The event will include a gourmet happy hour with appetizers, a signature cocktail and mocktail, raffles and entertainment and is a Boca Chamber Festival Days event. The Cookoff will serve as the kickoff for the 3rd Annual Brice Makris Brunch.

Troy McLellan, President and CEO of the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce will serve as judge. Neil Saffer, Co-Founder and Principal Auctioneer, Saffer & Company, will emcee. Boca celebrities who will compete in the cookoff are Tina Polsky, Florida State Senator and 2022 champion, Marty Haberer, President & CEO of the Adolph & Rose Levis JCC, Brian White, Vice President & Director of Athletics, Florida Atlantic University and Jan Savarick, CEO, Savarick Consulting Group.

“With community support of the Boca Celebrity Cookoff, the funds raised will go to our Lifesaver Scholarship Program, which restores hope, reunites families and saves lives,” Rachel Pappert Docekal, MBA, Ed.D., Hanley Foundation’s CEO said.

The Brice Makris Brunch will take place on December 10, 2023, at Boca West

Country Club from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hanley Foundation Board Member and Boca resident John Makris and his wife Michelle will chair the event that honors their son, Brice Makris, who passed away in March 2020 from a Fentanyl overdose.

Tragically, overdose rates have skyrocketed, and many people in our community struggle with mental health issues and substance misuse. With the help of the Boca Chamber and the Makris family, Hanley Foundation is increasing awareness of substance use disorders in South Palm Beach County. With the proceeds of this Boca Chamber Festival Days event and Hanley Foundation’s Annual Brice Makris Brunch, Hanley Foundation will be able to increase its prevention programming to stop substance use disorder before it begins and provide scholarship programs to provide resources for those who cannot afford the financial burden of recovery.

Celebrity Cookoff sponsors include Waterstone Resort & Marina, Allegiance Home Health, Sipe Spine & Sport, The Nathanson Mortgage Team, and Andee Media.

Tickets are $25 in advance and $40 at the door. Visit Hanley.info/FestivalDays for more information, call 561-268-2355 or email events@hanleyfoundation.org.

At-Risk and Homeless in Palm Beach County Recieve Free Computers thanks to Goodwill

Gulfstream Goodwill Industries (GGI), the largest provider of health and human services in the five Florida counties it serves, is pleased to announce its partnership with Many Homes Freedom Project, an organization committed to bridging the digital divide for low-income, disabled, student and homeless populations with their partner Emerald Coast Wireless LLC, (ECW) a nationwide distributor of the 8 to 10-inch tablets. The collaboration kicked off this summer, serving GGI’s low-income employees and aims to provide free computer tablets connected to complimentary broadband service (data through ESIM), empowering individuals to access essential online resources through the Affordable

Connectivity Program (ACP). Recipients will never have to search for WIFI again to go online. Approximately 650 tablets will be distributed, worth $65,000.

The digital divide is the gap between those with access to computers/tablets and the internet and those without. The ACP is a U.S. government program run by the Federal Communications Commission and funded by USAC to help low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices like laptops or tablets. The program helps ensure families can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more, as there is never a monthly fee and it is not based on credit.

“For over 50 years, Gulfstream Goodwill Industries has been at the forefront of

providing employment, training and housing opportunities in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee Counties,” said President and CEO Keith Kennedy. “Bridging the technological divide for individuals overcoming employment barriers has the power to change lives. We are proud to partner with a like-minded organization making a strong impact on our most vulnerable neighbors.”

Gulfstream Goodwill Industries is also the largest homelessness provider in its five-county region. GGI changes lives through employment, training and housing while assisting people with disabilities and other employment barriers to become self-sufficient, working members of the South Florida community.

Through its partnership with GGI, Many Homes Freedom Project, in conjunction with ECW of Pensacola, Florida, and North American Local, the ACP licensed provider, will be servicing the GGI Communities with tablets and no-cost monthly service through their non-profit partner’s assistance for all those in need. Many Homes Freedom Project will distribute free computer tablets with a one-year warranty for hassle-free replacements to those who qualify. The broadband and data service provided by the ACP will help ensure the program’s connectivity longevity for our recipients. Led by Congressman Brian Mast, Many Homes Project will schedule visits to all GGI locations to personally assist guests, participants and staff with the registration process.

“GGI and Many Homes Freedom Proj-

ect’s collaboration exemplifies our shared commitment to addressing the digital divide and empowering vulnerable populations,” said CEO of Many Homes Freedom Project Lamont DeVon Artis II. “By equipping individuals with the necessary tools and connectivity, this partnership seeks to foster equal access to education, employment opportunities and essential resources. Once registered, individuals can expect to receive their ordered tablet within 10 days from approval of FCC.”

GGI’s goal is to implement this program across its various facilities, including shelters, Adult Day Training centers, its Career Academy of the Palm Beaches, all 26 retail stores and for staff at their distribution centers in Fort Pierce and Lake Worth. Offering one device per household, the organization estimates a distribution of nearly 650 tablets, with no limit on the number of tablets requested after approval.

Individuals are likely eligible if their household income is below 200% of the Federal Poverty Line or if the individual or someone they live with currently receives a government benefit like SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, WIC, Pell Grant, or free and reduced-price lunch.

Many Homes Freedom Project Corp. (MHFPC) provides temporary housing and external resources that help refugees seeking political asylum meet their basic needs. MHFPC gives a hand up to Veterans and those Internally displaced from their homes. For more information, visit homesfreedomproject.com or call 561-664-5481.

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Manisha Redus Announced as Coach for 2023 NCAA College Basketball Academy

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On Thursday afternoon, the AAC announced the opponent breakdown for each of its 14 members. Conference play will begin Jan. 2-4 and will run through March 10. The 2024 American Athletic Conference Men’s Basketball Championship will expand to a 14-team tournament and will be held at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, March 13-17.

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Palm Beach Atlantic women’s basketball coach Manisha Redus has been selected to participate in the NCAA College Basketball Academy as one of the 76 women’s basketball coaches at the academy that will take place in Memphis, Tenn. on July 24-31.

“I am so excited to be part of the inaugural women’s college basketball academy,” said Redus. “I love how the women’s game continues to find ways to grow and this event is a major step in that growth. I am always appreciative of opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with other amazing coaches and ambassadors of the game.”

Academy coaching staffs will be composed of Divisions II and III, NAIA and junior college men’s and women’s college basketball coaches and high school coach -

es. The academies will provide prospective men’s and women’s student-athletes a sample of the college basketball experience. These developmental summer academies pair high-level basketball competition with life skills instruction.

In addition to playing in games, participants and their parents or chaperones will attend life skills courses about NCAA eligibility and compliance; the recruiting process; name, image, and likeness opportunities; agents; the Transfer Portal; and the pathway to professional basketball opportunities.

Coach Redus is preparing to enter her sixth season with the Sailfish and coming off the team’s best season during her tenure. Redus is the lone coach from the Sunshine State Conference to be selected for the academy.

The Palm Atlantic men’s golf team has set its schedule for the 2023 fall portion of its schedule. The Sailfish will compete in five tournaments ranging from mid-September to the end of August.

Head coach Craig Watson has the Sailfish kick off their season at the DII National Preview on Sep. 11, where they will play at the Orange County National Golf Club in Orlando, Fla. PBA will leave the state for the only time the following week as they head to Virginia for the St. Leo Griffin Invite.

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PBA is coming off one of their best seasons in program history that saw them narrowly miss a regional tournament postseason birth. The ‘Fish return freshmen Cade Coffey and Justus Verge who were solid contributors throughout their rookie campaign.

The Sailfish did get success at the individual level as Andrew Riley made a postseason run that saw him win the NCAA Regional and National Tournament for the school’s first national championship.

Jarman named Florida Atlantic Volleyball Assistant Coach

Following her stellar career with the Sandy Owls, Christine Jarman will remain in Paradise in a full-time capacity as an assistant coach with Florida Atlantic volleyball, head coach Fernanda Nelson announced on Tuesday.

“I am absolutely thrilled to welcome Christine Jarman back to our program as an assistant coach,” expressed head coach Fernanda Nelson. “Having competed at the highest collegiate level, Christine brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. She has a tireless work ethic, and her infectious personality and positive attitude will help create a dynamic and motivating atmosphere for our student-athletes. I had the privilege to coach her, and we learned a lot about who she was as a player, competitor, and person.”

Jarman joins the Owls after completing her two-year career with Florida Atlantic’s beach volleyball team this past spring. With Florida Atlantic beach volleyball, Jarman helped lead the Sandy Owls to a pair of historic seasons for the program, which included seeing the Sandy Owls earn their first-ever NCAA Tournament appearances in back-to-back seasons in 2022 and 2023, as well as helping lead the program to its first-ever C-USA championship and second all-time conference title in program history.

“Being around Owl volleyball both on the court and in the sand has been nothing short of a blessing,” expressed Christine Jarman. “I am beyond excited to remain in Paradise with Florida Atlantic volleyball as an assistant coach. The people at this uni-

versity and the players in this program are special. I can’t wait to teach, learn, and compete alongside incredible women every day.”

Over her two-year career with the Sandy Owls, Jarman placed herself in the program record books, ranking as the 14th

Stanford, No. 14 FIU, and No. 18 Stetson.

In 2022, Jarman produced a career-best 18-8 record, including an impressive 15-7 record on court four. Jarman posted a career-best pair record of 16-8 competing with Jillienne Cloud.

shine State, Jarman played indoor volleyball at Virginia from 2018 to 2020. She competed in 67 matches for the Cavaliers and was a two-time ACC Honor Roll honoree.

Jarman began her collegiate playing career at Alabama, competing in all 32 matches of her freshman campaign for the Crimson Tide and earning SEC Honor Roll honors.

Jarman, a native of Delray Beach, Florida, graduated from Boca Raton High School after helping lead the Bobcats to capture the 2016 FHSAA Class 9A State Volleyball Championship and earning 2016 Dairy Farmer’s Player of the Year honors. She was also a two-time Palm Beach Post and Sun Sentinel Player of the Year. In tandem with her high school career, Jarman also competed at the club level with Tribe Volleyball Club and Ocean Breeze Volleyball. She won the 2015 AAU 16U Beach Volleyball Championship and was named to the 2015 A2 Beach High Performance Team. She was also a five-time qualifier for USA Volleyball’s Junior Olympic Nationals.

winningest Sandy Owl in program history with 33 career wins and ranking eighth all-time in career flight four wins with 15 career victories.

In 2023, Jarman finished with a 1517 record, including a season-best 14 wins pairing with Ellie Austin. Jarman tallied a season-high 9-2 record on court two, including a perfect 2-0 record during the C-USA Tournament. Paired with Austin, the duo earned top-20 wins against No. 7

Prior to joining the Sandy Owls, Jarman competed for Florida Atlantic’s indoor volleyball team during the 2021 fall season. Jarman played in and started all 25 matches, competing in 88 sets for the Owls. She recorded a team-leading 232 kills and a team second-best 172 digs. She ranked fourth on the team in blocks, registering 42 total blocks, while also tallying 14 assists and 11 service aces.

Before arriving back home in the Sun-

“I am grateful for all the people who have poured into my career as a student-athlete over the pasta six years,” said Jarman. “Head Coach Fernanda Nelson gave me an opportunity to finish my indoor career as a student-athlete here at FAU and has now given me the chance to start my coaching career. I just want to give a huge thank you to her for always believing in me and to the rest of the athletic department who have helped me in every possible way. Ready to win in Paradise!”