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Boca Hospital among top 5 percent in nation for women’s care, says study

By Dale King

BOCA RATON - An independent study of women’s care at nearly 5,000 hospitals found Boca Raton Community Hospital (BRCH) to be in the top 5 percent in the nation, the hospital has announced. Released by HealthGrades ®, the leading independent healthcare ratings organization, the HealthGrades Seventh Annual Women’s Health in American

Hospitals study analyzed nearly 7 million hospitalization records to identify top performing hospitals. Boca Raton Community Hospital is one of only 166 hospitals in the nation with patient outcomes for women that are in the top 5 percent, according to the study. As a result, Boca Raton Community Hospital received the 2010-2011 HealthGrades Women’s Health See Boca Hospital page 3

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Pine Crest student, 12, leads effort to build school in Kenyan village

Members of “Free the Children” from Pine Crest set up an information table during a recent event at the Boca Raton Marriott.

By Dale King and Julia Hebert

BOCA RATON - Can a group of Boca Raton students build a school in Africa? Sure can, says Ryan Engelhardt of West Boca Raton, a Pine Crest Middle School student

and president of “Free the Children,” a group intent on raising $8,500 for that purpose by the end of the school year. That will be enough to construct a “brick and mortar” teaching facility in Sikirar, Kenya, through the educational component of “Free the

Children.” Ryan, an articulate sixth grader, told the Boca Raton Tribune that she and fellow classmates helped to muster some 300 Pine Crest students to organize a chapter of “Free the Children.” “The kids have done so much,” Ryan said.

“We’ve raised $6,000 since February.” The Pine Crest “Free the Children” group is holding what Ryan calls “a huge fundraiser” Friday, April 30 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Boca Raton Marriott ballroom on Military Trail see Pine page 05

Palm Beach County records 14th death Visiting Rotarians from South Korea from H1N1 Swine Flu virus The Palm Beach County Health Department has recorded its 14th death resulting from the H1N1 virus. Health Department spokesman Tim O’Connor said the victim was a 40-year-old male who had been hospitalized. He said the county “is continuing its surveillance and monitoring of the H1N1 swine flu vi-

rus. To date, the county has seen 94 persons hospitalized with the virus and 47 of those people were admitted to the ICU.” “We extend our sincere sympathies to the family of this gentleman,” said Dr. Alina Alonso, MD, Health Department director. “We want to remind residents that this pandemic continues to

claim lives and unfortunately, the H1N1 virus is still active.” She said the H1N1 infection is preventable by getting vaccinated “and it’s still not too late as we continue to offer the vaccine throughout our community. Experience with this virus shows this strain, like all influenza, is unpredictable. However, be-

cause H1N1 is a new virus, many people may have little or no immunity against it, and illness may be more severe as a result.” Dr. Alonso recommends the following: • People with respiratory illness should avoid spreading infections, including influenza, to others in the community: See H1N1 on page 2

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FAU gets final OK to offer independent Kitchen fire displaces Boca Raton medical education program family; No injuries reported

The Florida Atlantic University medical education program will be housed in the Charles E. Schmidt Biomedical Building on the Boca Raton campus.

BOCA RATON - Florida Atlantic University has cleared its final hurdle in its effort to offer an independent medical education program on its Boca Raton campus. The Florida State Legislature approved the program when the Senate passed House Bill 1581, which authorizes creation of a curriculum for medical doctor candidates. The bill now goes to the Gov. Charlie Crist for his signature. The legislative OK comes after the doctor of medicine program was approved by the Florida Board of Governors in April and received approval by FAU’s Board of Trustees in February. “What an exciting time for Florida Atlantic University,” said John Pritchett, FAU’s interim president. “We are

grateful to the bill’s sponsors, Representative Adam Hasner and Senator Joe Negron, and to all of our supporters who understand that FAU’s medical education program will serve as a leader in medical education, as it combines academic programming with truly groundbreaking research.” In addition to offering the M.D. degree, FAU proposes to offer a dual M.D./biomedical sciences Ph.D. option in partnership with the Scripps Institute Kellogg School of Science and Technology, which would confer a doctorate degree. FAU estimates that up to one fourth of its M.D. students could take advantage of this option. FAU’s medical education program will be housed at the Charles E. Schmidt Col-

lege of Biomedical Science on the Boca Raton campus. Student and residency training will be made available throughout hospitals in Palm Beach and Broward counties. School officials said the new FAU medical education program will employ a unique continuity medicine curriculum whose characteristics include a smaller, more interactive learning environment; interdisciplinary and community collaboration; patient-centered, self-directed learning; small learning communities; continuity of care, patient safety, and comprehensive, chronic disease management; early introduction of clinical training in multiple community-based hospital and outpatient settings; and a state-of-the-art medical simulation center. The target date for the inaugural class to begin is fall 2011, with total enrollment of the program reaching 246 students by 2014. Pritchett said the new program “will be operated without the need for any additional legislative appropriations, using tuition and $12 million in state funding it already receives for its previous partnership with the University of Miami.

Vandalism to newspaper box may be hate crime, say Boca police

BOCA RATON - Detectives from the Boca Raton Police Services Department are investigating vandalism to a Jewish Journal newspaper box as a possible hate crime. Public Information Manager Mark Economou said swastika was carved on the top of the newspaper rack. The swastika was approximately four inches long by four inches wide. The incident occurred at 500 East Palmetto park Road. Economou said an officer canvassed the area and found no similar damage to other racks. Anyone with additional information is asked to call Detective James Giumenta 561-338-1303 or Crime Stoppers at 800-458-TIPS.

National Day of Prayer – May 6th First Assembly of God (561) 391-7689 Meeting at Sanborn Square at 12PM Boca Raton Community Church

(561) 395-2400 Opening Chapel at 12-1 PM

AM - 5PM Special at 12PM- 1PM

Calvary Chapel Boca Raton (561) 391-0056 Opening Sanctuary from 9

Boca Glades Baptist Church Conference Room at 9 AM - 9PM

BOCA RATON - A north end family was burned out of its home by a blaze that broke out about 6:20 p.m. April 14, according to Fire Rescue Services spokesman Frank Correggio. Fire crews responded to a call for a structure fire at 673 Ipswich Street, he said. The mother, who reported the fire, and her two small children were outside their home when fire crews arrived. Units arrived within minutes to find heavy smoke coming from the residence, said Correggio. Firefighters made their way into the home through the side door and noticed heavy smoke and flames coming from the kitchen area. Crews quickly extinguished the fire which had burned the kitchen cabinets up to the ceiling area. No injuries were reported. Fire officials believe that the fire started when a pot of hot oil was

left on a hot burner on the stove. Fire officials estimate the damage at $10,000. Correggio said the Red Cross was on site to assist the parents and their two small children. 1 – Fire damage to home on Ipswich Street in Boca Raton 2 - Captain Michele Murphy inspects the fire damage

H1N1 Swine Flu virus active in Palm Beach County continued from page 1 • Avoid close contact with people who are coughing or otherwise appear ill. • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. • Cover your cough and sneezes • Wash hands frequently to lessen the spread of respiratory illness. • Stay home if you are sick. • Get vaccinated. The H1N1 vaccine is still available at Palm Beach County Health Department

Health Centers by appointment Monday - Friday and the vaccine is also available at no charge at these outreach locations • Tuesday, May 4th at Pine Grove Elementary School, 400 S.W. 10th Street, Delray Beach. Registration 9 a.m. • Wednesday, May 5th at South Grade Beacon Center, 716 S. “K” Street, Lake Worth. Registration 2:45 p.m. • Friday, May 7th at the Soup

Kitchen, 8645 W. Boynton Beach Boulevard, Boynton Beach. Registration 9 a.m. If you think you have influenza, call your health care provider or the health department and discuss whether you need to be seen in their office, emergency department or stay home. Vaccine availability sites are updated regularly: Visit www.FightFluFlorida.com or call 211 or 1- 888-4114FLU (4358)

Single-car crash in West Boca kills driver

BOCA RATON - The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal car accident reported about 1:20 a.m. April 20 at Palmetto Park and Powerline roads, a PBSO report says. The victim was identified as Edith Cuccinelli, 87, of Boca

Raton. The report says Cuccinelli had just turned onto eastbound Palmetto Park Road from southbound Powerline Road when the vehicle continued east within the center lane of travel for a short distance. The woman’s car then drift-

ed to the left and went onto a raised median. PBSO said the car continued east a short distance until it struck a tree. The report said the driver was taken to Delray Medical Center where she died.

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FAU’s Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education receives major gift Benefactor Arthur Gutterman

BOCA RATON - Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education recently received a major gift donation from Arthur Gutterman to help continue the important work of the Center. Gutterman’s gift will fully fund five endeavors scheduled for fall 2010 through spring 2011. In addition to a Broward teacher workshop and “Facing History: Choices” workshop, part of the gift will support Genocide Awareness Month efforts, including an Armenian exhibit and an additional “Facing History” workshop. Another portion will go toward the purchase of new books, DVDs, posters and other supplies for the resource center. A special program on rescuers of Jews during the Holocaust will be sponsored with the remainder of the gift. “I am happy to be able to help support the Center whose important work benefits

hundreds of teachers and thousands of students each year right here in our community,” said Gutterman. Earlier this year, Gutterman was honored for previous gifts at the Center’s “Paragons of Virtue Tribute Dinner.” The event recognized donors whose generous contributions allowed the Center to sustain its programs through June 2010. Since spring 2008, when state budget cuts threatened its existence, the Center has relied on private donations to continue providing professional development programs for teachers and classroom resources for teachers and students to support Florida’s mandate for Holocaust education. “We remain grateful to generous donors who understand how valuable this Center is in educating young people against genocide and hatred, and promoting a respect among all people,” said John Pritchett, interim president of FAU. “Establishing permanent funding sources for

the Center remains a priority. We welcome the opportunity to network with those in the community willing to help us reach this goal.” The need for human rights education is particularly important today as incidents of anti-Semitism and heightened hostility against immigrant groups and people of color are on the rise. According to the Southern Poverty Law Center, Florida is ranked as having the third largest number of hate groups in the U.S. with seven active groups in Palm Beach and Broward counties. The Center was established in 1996 by the Florida Department of Education to support teachers implementing the state’s mandate for Holocaust education. Through its training, programs and resources, the Center seeks to educate students about the Holocaust in order to nurture citizens who recognize prejudice and hatred, including anti-Semitism and racism; understand that such beliefs can lead to genocide;

know how to intervene against prejudice and hatred; be prepared to act on behalf of others, even those they may not know; and understand citizens’ responsibility for upholding democracy in a pluralistic society. Additional funding is still needed to keep the Center open past June 30, 2010. For more information about the Center and its needs, contact Dr. Rose Gatens at 561-2972929 or rgatens@fau.edu.

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Undercover Boca police team nabs alleged Subway, Dunkin burglars

BOCA RATON – The investigative and surveillance work of undercover Boca Raton police led to the arrest of two suspects in connection with numerous burglaries to a Subway and Dunkin Donuts in Boca Raton and other cities throughout South Florida. Public Information Manager Mark Economou said the first incident occurred on March 15 when someone broke into the Subway restaurant at 1295 West

Palmetto Park Road. After smashing the front window, the suspect jumped over the counter and stole the cash register. Video from the store’s security cameras showed a short male with a thin build, wearing a black jacket and baseball hat. Three days later, investigators received information that a person identified as Zeffery Lundy, was suspected of breaking into Dunkin Donuts stores in another city, using a similar

method as the Boca Raton Subway case. In the early morning hours of April 22, a detective in the Boca Raton Police Special Investigations Unit spotted a car matching the description of Lundy’s near the Dunkin Donuts at 1215 West Palmetto Park Road. A check of the tag showed it matched the car driven by Lundy in the previous incidents. After the vehicle left, the detective conducted a check of the business and noticed the front glass doors and a window were shattered, but because of hurricane window film, the glass stayed attached and entry wasn’t gained. Another detective stopped Lundy on Interstate 95 in Boca Raton, said Economou. Detectives watched the store video from Dunkin Donuts and matched the images to Lundy.

The suspect’s vehicle contained numerous bottles of Patron Tequila and Newport cigarettes that were later found to be stolen earlier in the evening from a liquor store in another jurisdiction. Police said Lundy, 30, of Lauderhill, was arrested for driving with a suspended license. His passenger, Jonathan Burington, 28, of Lauderdale Lakes, was arrested after he was found in possession of cocaine. Both suspects were also charged with burglary to a structure and possession of stolen property.

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Boca Hospital in top 5 percent in the nation continued from page 1 Excellence Award. The latest accolade for Boca Raton Community Hospital adds to a growing list of honors. In addition to the Women’s Health Excellence award, HealthGrades has ranked BRCH in the top 5 percent nationally, earning it the 2010 Distinguished Hospitals for Clinical Excellence. The hospital was ranked #1 in Florida for cardiac surgery, #2 in Florida for the treatment of stroke, #3 in Florida for overall cardiac services and #1 in Florida for gastrointestinal medical treatment. “Given that we now know medical problems like heart disease can manifest themselves differently in women than in men, we are extremely gratified to see HealthGrades recognize us in such a meaningful way,” said Jerry J. Fedele, president and chief executive officer of Boca Raton Community Hospital. “We have a longstanding tradition for excellence in women’s health and the HealthGrades ranking is a strong validation of our experience and expertise.” As a group, hospitals receiving this award had women’s risk-adjusted mortality rates that were 41 percent lower than the poorest performing hospitals in the study and complication rates that were 19 percent lower than the poorest performers. While all hospitals, on average, continued to improve their mortality rates among women, those receiving the award improved at a faster rate than all others over the three years studied, 15 percent compared with 12 percent. As part of the study, Boca Raton Community Hospital and virtually every other hospital in the country were evaluated for the following procedures and treatments among women aged 65 and over: • Women’s Medicine (heart attack, congestive heart failure, pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and stroke) • Women’s Cardiovascular Procedures (coronary bypass surgery, peripheral vascular bypass, coronary interventional procedures, resection/

replacement of abdominal aorta, carotid surgery, and valve replacement); and • Women’s Bone & Joint Health (total knee and total hip replacement surgeries, spinal surgeries, and hip fracture repair). “There is clearly a wide disparity in the quality of care for women among topperforming hospitals and all others,” said Rick May, MD, a vice president with HealthGrades and one of the study’s authors. “The goal of this analysis is not only to put sound data in the hands of prospective patients, but also to identify topperforming hospitals that are setting national benchmarks for the treatment of women to which other hospitals can aspire.” The HealthGrades study found that 16,863 women could have potentially survived their hospitalization and 4,735 women could have potentially avoided a major in-hospital complication if all hospitals performed at the benchmarks set by Boca Raton Community Hospital and the other award recipients. The annual HealthGrades study analyzed nearly 7 million hospitalizations using Medicare data from all 50 states from 2006 through 2008. Eligible hospitals must have met volume requirements in stroke and either coronary bypass or valve replacements; met the volume requirements in at least six additional cohorts of the 16 evaluated; and have transferred out less than 10 percent of stroke patients. Volume requirements are a minimum of 30 female discharges over the three years, with at least five in the most recent year for the cohort. Boca Raton Community Hospital is an advanced tertiary medical center with 400 beds and more than 700 primary and specialty physicians on staff. The hospital is a recognized leader in oncology, cardiovascular disease and surgery, minimally invasive surgery, orthopedics and women’s health, all of which offer state-of-the-art diagnostic and imaging capabilities. The Hospital is a Joint Commission Designated Primary Stroke Center.

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Community News The Boca Raton Tribune

Father and daughter, congregants March of Dimes in Palm Beach of Boca church, killed in car crash County strives for $535,000 BOCA RATON - Bill Sneed, 42, and his daughter, Hope, 8, of Delray Beach went home to be with Jesus as the result of a tragic car accident while relocating to Carthage, MO. Also lost in the accident was their beloved dog, Sam. Billy and Hope were members of SonCoast Community Church in Boca Raton. Billy was a 1985 graduate of Carthage Senior High School, and was a 14-year resident of Delray Beach. Billy was a licensed contractor in the state of Florida. Together, he and his wife, Dawn, built “A Step Above Renovations, Inc.”

Billy was a devoted and loving father, beloved relative and friend to many. He loved reading, history and being on the water. Hope was a loving daughter,

sister and friend, who was passionate about animals and helping others. She attended Spanish River Christian School and loved dance, singing and gymnastics. She loved Jesus. Her dream was to become a teacher or a vet. Billy and Hope are survived by wife and mother, Dawn, two sons and brothers, Joshua and Justin, and many extended family and friends. Billy and Hope were preceded in death by Judy Sneed, mother and grandmother, and by Billy and Dawn’s infant daughter, Megan Shea.

Boca Housing Authority taking Section 8 applications only online BOCA RATON - To help avoid the large crowds that gathered outside the Boca Raton Housing Authority’s office last year in hopes of getting a Section 8 housing form, the BRHA this year is taking applications only online. Authority Director Judie Agen said the applications for Section 8 and public housing waiting lists will be taken on the agency’s website, www. bocahousing.org, from 8 a.m. May 3 through 5 p.m. on May 14. “The applications will be entered into a lottery system and drawn randomly by a computer-generated program,” she said. The emphasized that the lists can only be accessed through the websites. In-person applications will not be accepted. She suggested that anyone who does not have access to a computer “can use your public library or check with local social service agencies to see if they are permitting public access to some of their computers.” “You may contact our office to make an appointment to use one of our computers,” she said. “But no walk-ins will be allowed under any

circumstances.” In order to complete a lottery entry, applicants you must have the Social Security number for each member of the household. A family consisting of two or more members and at least one member with eligible immigration status is qualified to apply for prorated assistance. When people complete your application to the lottery, they will receive a confirmation receipt with a number. They should keep the receipt because it has a number indicating that the submission has been entered into the Housing Authority’s program. The lottery will then select 400 names for each program. These names will become the Boca Raton Housing Authority’s waiting list. The Housing Authority will publish the receipt numbers of the 400 people randomly selected in numerical order of the receipt numbers, on or before June 30, 2010. “This is not the order of final waiting list,” she said. “The people whose names are not selected will not otherwise be notified.” Only one form is allowed per applicant. Multiple applications will be discarded,

she said. All persons will be treated fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, handicap, or national origin in compliance with the Fair Housing Act. Accommodations will also be made for those with disabilities. For information, call 561206-6200.

FAU walk start

By Luana Goncalves The March of Dimes held two walks in Palm Beach County last weekend to increase awareness of improvement for the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. One walk was held at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton with an estimated 2,000 people in attendance and the other at John Prince Park in Lake Worth with approximately 3,000 people. With an approximate total of 300 teams, both corporate and family teams fundraised towards their goal of

$535,000 to fund programs in research, community services, education, and advocacy that save babies’ lives. According to Shanna St. John, the Executive Director in the Palm Beach Division for March Dimes, the top teams in Boca were NCCI, Jarden Consumer Solutions, Bank of America, Citi, QEP, and Florida Atlantic University. “The volunteers, walkers, and teams that participate all fundraise to raise dollars that go directly into our mission to help programs that we have for mothers, parents, and babies,” said St. John. The March of Dimes was

started in 1938 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to research the cure for polio. Today the organization continues to help children and save babies that are born prematurely. Tony Manganello, Board Member and Dad of March of Dimes Ambassador Child Kayla Manganello, benefited from the assistance of the organization. “I have been involved with the March of Dimes only because of a lot things they do; the work they do saved my daughter’s life,” mentioned Manganello. In November 2005, his daughter Kayla was born 17 weeks early from her due date. Since 2006, Manganello has been a regular walker. “I have been very passionate with the organization, and I just want to keep giving back to what was so given freely to my daughter, to future babies, and to help with awareness,” said Manganello. Today 4 ½ year old Kayla, according to Manganello, is “a healthy, happy little girl.”

Legal Notice

JONATHAN I. SECKLER, MD is announcing the RELOCATION and OPENING of his new CARDIOLOGY MEDICAL OFFICE on April 30, 2010 at 5 PM. The new SECKLER HEART CENTER, P.A. is located at 660 Glades Road, Suite 200, Boca Raton, FL 33431. Phone: 561338-9992. Dr. Seckler will honor current appointments already scheduled with him at his new location beginning May 1, 2010. Existing Patients Records of Dr. Seckler will automatically be transferred to his new office location.

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FAU’s CARD center receives van to serve as mobile assessment clinic

BOCA RATON -The Florida Atlantic University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (FAU CARD) recently received a specially equipped van as a gift from the Unicorn Children’s Foundation. The van will serve as a mobile assessment clinic by bringing FAU CARD professionals to various locations throughout Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast to provide free screenings to children, ages 18 months to 5 years old, who present signs of autism and other developmental disabilities. With its enhancements, the vehicle is valued at $100,000. Money raised at the Unicorn Children’s Foundation’s first annual golf tournament in 2009 were used for the van purchase. A luncheon was held recently at the Eleanor R. Baldwin House on FAU’s Boca Raton campus to publicly unveil the vehicle and to pay tribute to the Unicorn Children’s Foundation for the gift. Representatives from the Uni-

corn Foundation, including its executive director and director of programs Sharon Alexander, were in attendance along with FAU Interim President John Pritchett, FAU CARD administrators, College of Education Dean Valerie Bristor and members of FAU’s division of University Advancement. “Since our founding in 1995, the Unicorn Children’s Foundation has been dedicated to supporting programs for children with neurological disabilities and communication disorders such as autism, attention deficit disorder and dyslexia. We are tremendously drawn to FAU CARD and all it has to offer,” said Alexander. “The van will travel throughout the region to assess children at risk, many of whom are from traditionally underserved areas,” she said. “It will also be stationed at schools and at community events, such as health fairs, to provide teacher training and to promote autism awareness. With this mobile clinic, FAU CARD will be able to approach those families who would otherwise be trapped by physical,

Pine Crest continued from page 1 behind Boca Center. Organizers hope to reach the $8,500 mark through this event. But Ryan doesn’t plan to end there. She’s hoping eventually to raise a total of $25,000 to cover a full “Free the Children”Adopt-AVillage project. If she and her colleagues can raise that amount, her parents, Darin and Debbie Engelhardt, have pledged to match it. The Engelhardts will then travel to Sikirar to watch the dream unfold. Actually, the entire Engelhardt family is involved with the project. Younger sis-

ter Julia, age 9, has raised $1,200 and even 5-year-old sister Jayden has collected a jar full of cash - $100 in all -for the cause. Ryan said she wanted to get involved in a community effort, and picked Canada-based “Free the Children” after researching 50 charities. “Free The Children” empowers youngsters in North America to take action to improve the lives of fellow children overseas, says the organization’s website. It notes that “international projects, led by our Adopt-aVillage program, have brought more than 500 schools and water projects to communi-

language and economic barriers.” Also honored at the luncheon was FAU benefactor Marleen Forkas, whose pledge of $10,000, made in memory of her husband Harold Forkas, will provide multiple-year support of the van’s operating costs. FAU CARD friends Glen and Tricia Stein were the first to address the issue of the van’s upkeep with their gift of $5,000 made in 2009. A pledge of $5,000 from Joe and Fran Eppy will be used to produce educational and collateral materials for public distribution. “I am excited that my gift will help get this mobile assessment clinic to where it is needed most,” said Forkas. “The van will extend FAU CARD’s presence in Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast and in doing so will provide parents with information and appropriate resources. This is a cause that touches me deeply - it resonates in my heart. I hope that when people in the community know that the van is coming, they will see it as an opportunity for evaluation and a step toward possible intervention.”

“A Healthier You” seminar raises $7,000 for families in crisis

1 - From left are David Hall, development director of Deliver the Dream; Boca Raton City Councilwoman Constance Scott; Pat Moran, Founder of Deliver the Dream and Paul Withrow, executive director of Deliver the Dream; 2 - Brian Clement, Director of the Hippocrates Health Institute, is shown speaking.

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Deliver the Dream (DTD), a South Florida-based charity that organizes retreats for families experiencing a serious illness or crisis, recently hosted its annual Happiness, Health & Well-being Speaker Series featuring Dr. Brian Clement, director of the Hippocrates Health Institute at the Caldwell Theatre in Boca Raton. It raised more than $7,000.

The event began with a lobby reception featuring 18 holistic and health-conscious vendors showcasing an array of products and services. Guests then were treated to Dr. Clement’s presentation on Hippocrates’ methods of preventing aging and healing disease as well as getting inside information from his new book “Supplements Exposed.”

ties around the world.” “Young people have the biggest role,” noted Ryan. “It’s run by kids. We have over a million activists.” The Engelhardts are clearly proud of their children. Mother Debbie said she provides transportation, when needed, and the Pine Crest chapter meets weekly at the Engelhardt home. The community is also proud. Salon Blu is helping out by selling 500 red Kenyan hair extensions for $10 each, with all proceeds benefiting the students’ effort. Also, the Boca Marriott declared the Pine Crest chapter of “Free the Children” as its Charity of the Month. Carter Helschien, secretary

of the Pine Crest group and member of the lacrosse team, said the organization “is great. I never really knew the needs of countries like Kenya. It’s great to help them out and get involved.” He said he also enjoys “speaking in front of people” to get the group’s message across. Other board members of “Free the Children” at Pine Crest are: Sara Brown, vicepresident; Tara Assari, Grant Gilbert, China Copperstone, Marle Edelman, A.J. Felberbaum, Kimmy Ginsburg, Brandon Halim, Rachel Horowitz, Zach Kahan, Sam Rubinoff, Alana Udwin and Sabrina Udwin. When Ryan researched Kenya, she discovered a di-

chotomy between living conditions there and in Boca Raton. “We have a great lifestyle in Boca,” she said. “In Kenya, they don’t have the type of upbringing we have here.” She and hundreds of others at Pine Crest hope to change that. And they’re banking -literally - on the community to get behind them. The April 30 event, called a “Piggy Bank Fundraising Party,” will offer dancing, a DJ, songs and “celebrating our success,” said Ryan. For information about the event, call Ryan at 561-8526123 or Carter at 561-289-

Dr. Clement has spearheaded the international progressive health movement for more than three decades. At the Hippocrates Health Institute, he has developed a state of the art program for health maintenance and recovery. Event vendors included Hippocrates Health Institute, Field of Flowers, Zero Point Global, Susie Q., The Annie Appleseed Project, Asian Integrative Medicine, Jen Scoz Designs, Prema Yoga, Shore Chiropractor, Got Sprouts?, Juice Plus, 4th Generation Organic Market, Gyrotonic Satnam, Kangen Miracle Water, Everglades University, Minuteman Press of Boca Raton, Sensitive Room and Dolphin Healing Retreats. Deliver the Dream, Inc. is a non-profit respite and retreat program that serves families facing serious illness or crisis by helping them to enhance coping skills, reduce stress, and cultivate relationships. Deliver the Dream offers retreat weekends, which combine traditional recreational activities like hiking and fishing, with therapeutic workshops, peer-to-peer discussion groups and expressive arts and music activities. The retreats are provided at no cost to participants. More than 4,200 family members throughout the southeast have attended a Deliver the Dream weekend since retreats began in the fall of 2002.

1 - From left, Julia, Jayden and Ryan Engelhardt with the jar containing Jayden’s $100 contribution. 2 - Ryan Engelhardt and Carter Helschien in front of the board used to record donations.

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First United Methodist Church Easter service includes butterfly release

BOCA RATON - First United Methodist Church of Boca Raton presented its eighth annual Easter in the Park service April 4 at Mizner Park Amphitheater. The crowd was near its 3,000 capacity for the open service, and for the first time the Centre for the Arts left up its tent rented for Festival of the Arts Boca so that visitors could be sheltered from the elements. The service opened with a performance by Brian Leeser and the West Campus praise team, and was followed by performances by the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choir, the East campus praise team, an orchestra with brass and percussion, a praise choir and addresses by Pastors Gary Webb and Ken Roughton and monologues by Barry Reinhart and Lizz Peterson. The service ended on the field outside the amphitheaer with the release of 700 butterflies by children of the fifth grade and younger. Easter in the Park is a com-

munity outreach presented to the community without charge by volunteers from the church. Call 561-395-1244 or visit www.fumcbocaraton.org for more information.

Boca Celebration

West Boca Raton resident Bella Shahon celebrated this past month her 93rd birthday with her family at TooJayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deli at the Polo Shoppes in Boca Raton.

1 - Crowd gathers for Easter service; 2 - Enjoying the holiday are Eric & Joshua McGowan; 3- Charles Barry prepares to release his butterfly; 4- Little Joshua McGowan watches as his butterfly takes flight.

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Picture 1: Gayle Denney, Lexi Joy Denney, Sarah Cohen, Leona Laper ; Picture 2: From left to right: Karen Anderson, Jake, Gayle Denney, Lexi, Samantha Hope, Sarah Cohen, Cindy Shahon, Leona Laper, Bella Shahon.

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I was listening to a radio show the other day when the talkmeister said, “Journalism is dead.” He went on to imply that he, along with other talk show hosts with no journalism training, were now THE place to turn for truth in the newsgathering field. This hurt. I’ve spent almost 40 years in the newspaper field. And, unfortunately, it doesn’t have the clout it had when I entered it in 1971. But to ignore journalists in favor of talk show hosts – who are actually entertainers, not formal news gatherers – is a disservice. Particularly now, when newspaper readership is down, and many people turn to electronic gizmos to get their news. There’s nothing wrong with getting news electronically. It’s instantaneous. Often, you can follow an event as it happens. Even the Boca Raton Tribune has a website for on-the-spot coverage. Unfortunately, talk radio – once the bastion of trained journalists like Edward R. Murrow, Chet Huntley and David Brinkley – has evolved into an outlet for conservative or liberal blahblah. It’s OK to listen, but take it all with just a few

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grains of salt. Journalism Scholarship Having said that, it makes me proud to announce that the Gold Coast PR Council, the largest independent group of PR, marketing and communications professionals in South Florida, is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a local college or university student majoring in public relations, communications and/or journalism. Applicants must be full-time college students currently enrolled in an accredited Florida college or university and majoring in communications, journalism, public relations or a related media field. The submission deadline is July 16, 2010. For more information, including how to apply, visit http://www. goldcoastprcouncil.com/, and click on scholarship information. Texas Turmoil A few weeks ago, I wrote about the ruckus being caused by a proposal to build a hotel near Boca Raton. This was a surprise to me, until I found that the controversial hotel was proposed near a subdivision outside Galveston, Texas, called Boca Raton, and not here in South Florida.

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Apparently, hundreds of people have been protesting the hotel since the project was first proposed in November. Well, as it turns out, the planning and zoning commission in the town of Friendswood, Texas, rejected site plans for the hotel, saying they were not in compliance with city code regarding landscaping and lighting. That is such a Boca Raton (Florida) response. Anyway, it seems the owners of the hotel are going to take the plans back to the drawing board and redraft them. And the beat goes on. Rhode Island - Boca connection Here’s a bit of information for New Englanders like my wife and me. It’s a Rhode Island item with a Boca Raton twist. The Providence Journal reports that former Johnston, R.I., Mayor William R. Macera, a native of that community and a former pastor who left the priesthood and taught college students before serving as mayor for eight years, recent passed away at age 70. He had been living in Boca Raton for the past year. Rhode Island Gov. Don Carcieri ordered all state flags to

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About the new Arizona law: God is always so good with me. His care preparing my life is always amazing. In my Middle School years - and in all of my time in High School, I was very active in student politics. Also I was one of the writers of a student newspaper in my city. One of the many differences between my papers at that time and my paper today is, at that time, some newspapers were illegal in Brazil due to the dictatorial regime of the country. I used to write my articles and when I was to “submit” them, I would have to go to the corner of a street and wait for the editor to quickly come by and take the paper containing my article from my hand and disappear from sight. The paper used to be distributed with a lot of fear of the regime and because of this, I never ever used my name in any of my articles.. I lived in fear and felt the pressure of not having the right of free speech and sometimes, the rights of free will. Thank God these days are over and it’s part of the past in my country. I understand how hard it is for some people to understand this in the USA, thanks to our founding fathers and a lot of soldiers that fought for our freedom. On the other hand, we need to try and understand others by trying to walk a mile in their shoes or “have their skin”. Try to understand what happened with them and try to understand what they need. Immigration is not a new issue for the world. I bet most of you don’t know that even Americans were immigrants once. We have a city in Brazil that was founded by American immigrants after the Civil War..

The actual immigration law currently being proposed for Arizona is not only unjust but completely obsolete – and it wasa even before the Reagan era. To summarize my fears I will reprint below a very famous poem written for someone who lived the most ashamed moment of modern human history. Let’s pray (and ask our congressional representatives) to bring a solution upon us before worse things happen. “First, they came for the Communists, but I was not a Communist so I did not speak out. Then they came for the Socialists and the Trade Unionists, but I was neither, so I did not speak out. Then they came for the Jews, but I was not a Jew so I did not speak out. And when they came for me, there was no one left to speak out for me.” Martin Niemöller, 18921984.

On The Road : Since the last edition we have kept the business rolling…. New computers and software, new distribution points, more subscriptions online and by mail and a lot of phone calls and e-mail from our readers. I had dinner at Mar-A-Lago with Dr. Ingrid McConville from Gordon & Donner and it was a very good moment and new opportunities are coming soon. I met Barry Epstein, Ed Marshall and Bernie Schaffer last week for lunch as part of “menu” West Boca Chamber, and a couple of joint projects are in the offing. Talking about West Boca Chamber, Maureen Kelly and I went to the last “Happy Hour” promoted for this active chamber.

Easy way… It is easy for one of my customers make me their customer! If you have any doubt about this, try to place an ad with us! This is right, this is how I personally have seen business. Why not support our local businesses? Why not support my customers? I learned this with my Dad and I can bet he learned it from my Grandpa. For years wherever we drove, Exxon was the gas station we used, and I keep doing most of my business there just because we owned an Exxon gas station. My Dad use to teach me that we need to support “our company.” Same thing with the grocery store. We shopped there, and the employees brought their cars to our shop for maintenance. Our network of friends and business will always know who our business friends are. Dr. Bryee, Mizner Park Veterinary Clinic, we will make an appointment for our boxer Dixie soon. And Garret (Boca Raton Funeral Home), thank you for the ad, but you are the exception: I don’t plan to use your services anytime soon! Thank all of you for the support!

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FAITH

DIVORCE FLORIDA STYLE

Qualities of Successful People

First step in proceeding with divorce: Get a good lawyer

By Sandy Huntsman

As a pastor, I often hear lose your “cool,” before your people imply that the Bible emotions take control? “Senis “irrelevant, out-dated and sible people control their of little value to people of temper; they earn respect by the 21st century.” I would be overlooking wrongs” (Provcareful to remind such indi- erbs 19:11 NLT). viduals that the Bible is the Successful people stick most published, most copied to their schedules. If you don’t determine how you book in the world. will spend your time, The Bible was writyou can be sure that ten over a 1500 year others will decide for span (from 1400 B.C you! “Live life with to A.D. 100); over 40 a due sense of resgenerations by over ponsibility...make 40 authors from nuthe best use of your merous walks of life time” (Ephesians (i.e.-kings, peasants, Pr. Sandy philosophers, fishermen, po- 5:15-16). ets, statesmen, scholars). It Successful people manage was written in different plac- their money. They learn to es (i.e.-wilderness, dungeon, live on less than what they palaces); at different times make and they invest the dif(i.e.- war, peace); in differ- ference. The value of a budent moods (i.e. - heights of get is that it tells your money joy, depths of despair); on where you want it to go, three continents (Asia, A- rather than wondering where frica, and Europe); in three it went!“The wise man saves languages (Hebrew, Aramaic, for the future, but the fooland Greek). These facts alone ish man spends whatever he make it one of the most gets” (Proverbs 21:20). Successful people maintain unique books in the world. Additionally, the Bible speaks their health. By taking care on numerous subjects, other of themselves physically, they than religious I might add, can accomplish more and and provides a wealth of prac- enjoy their achievements. tical knowledge. Scriptures “Each of you should control provide profound insights his own body, keeping it pure into matters of finances, fa- and treating it with respect” mily, relationships and bu- (1 Thessalonians 4:4). siness practices to name just Some of the greatest people a few. Consider the following in history considered the concepts for achieving suc- reading of Scriptures a vital part of their life... cess... Successful people master George Washington: “It is their moods. They live by impossible to rightly govern their commitments, not their the world without the Bible.” emotions. People who do the Sir Isaac Newton: “We acright thing, even when they count the Scriptures of God don’t feel like it, accomplish to be the most sublime phimost of what gets done in losophy. I find more sure the world! “A person with- marks of authenticity in the out self-control is like a city Bible than in any profane with broken-down walls” history whatsoever” Charles Dickens: “It is the (Proverbs 25:28 NLT). Successful people watch their best Book that ever was or words. They put their minds ever will be in the world...” in gear before opening their “The only difference bemouths. “Those who control tween who you are today their tongue will have a long and who you will be tomorlife; opening your mouth can row is in the books you read ruin everything” (Proverbs and the people you meet...” Read the Bible and learn 13:3 NLT). Successful people restrain the quality of real success. their reactions. How much Pastor Sandy - Administrative can you withstand before you Pastor - Boca Glades Baptist Church

Mike Gora

Question: I have been mar- to matrimonial matters for ried to my husband for over some time. A qualification 25 years. He is a physician, to look for is board certificaan orthopedic surgeon. Our tion by The Florida Bar, but three children are athere are many atdults with their own torneys who a very families. good, but not board I have been in charcertified. ge of the family’s fiMake certain that nances to the extent your attorney is exthat I pay the bills, perienced in actutake the papers to ally trying cases, althe accountant and though most settle. Mike Gora look at the brokerage Choose an attorney statements when they arrive. who often practices in the During the last three years, court in which your case will our portfolio has taken a hit be filed, and has a good reon paper, but is coming back, lationship with the judges of but the value of our home on the court. the Intracoastal has gone If you know an attorney or down about 40 percent. have had a friend recently From time to time during divorced, ask their opinions our married lives, I thought about attorneys they have that he was seeing other women, but I never had real evidence. I did not want to rock the boat while our kids were growing up, and never had any real proof, until last week, when I received a long letter from a woman who had worked for him for many years, but had recently been fired. She described their relationship in great detail. She told me about money he had given her off the books, jewelry he had bought for her, and their regular schedule of extra curricular sex. I confronted him, and he did not deny the relationship. Under the circumstances, there is nothing that I could do, so I asked him to leave, and he did. I don’t know anything about divorce law. Can you tell me what to expect? What happens in a divorce case? How do I pick a lawyer, what can I do to get the best result? How much will the divorce cost? Answer: You have asked the right questions, which generally come up during an initial conference with a new client. Your choice of an attorney is very important. Choose an experienced specialist, whose practice has been limited

known, who they used, or who their husbands or wives had used. Often times we get referrals from people against whom we have litigated. Some attorneys have reputations of being “sharks”. Some times “sharks” bite those closest to them, their own clients, when it comes to fees and advice. Try to set aside your emotions; never easy under the circumstances you describe. Angry people make bad decisions for the wrong reasons. Try to reach a resolution that is based upon sound economic principles, and complete knowledge of the facts. Do not base your future on speculation. To the lawyer, the process

is somewhat like putting together a jigsaw puzzle with the pieces turned over. He or she has met you, and heard your story. However, to advise you completely, discovery of your marital history and of your family’s assets and liabilities has to be undertaken. This happens at the beginning of the case in the discovery process. Michael H. Gora has been certified by The Board of Legal Specialization and Education of The Florida Bar as a specialist in matrimonial law, and is a partner with Shapiro Blasi Wasserman and Gora P.A. in Boca Raton. Read the complete story online

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The Boca Raton Tribune COLUMNISTS East/West Boca Raton, FL POSITIVE LIVING

The Wealth Advisor

By Dr. Synesio Lyra

Showing Up for Life This is the name of a new, to show up at lots of events excellent book written by and, by so doing I found myMr. Bill Gates Sr. Just its self ministering to people in title quickly brought to my ways I would’ve never exmind what has been a prac- pected, not to mention what tice in my life as far back as I also gain from each experiI can remember. As a child, ence. On several occasions, being the son of through the years, a preacher, I did different families show up at all kinds from congregations of events associated I’ve served, have with people of the verbalized some congregation which appreciative input my father led. to me: they thanked Now, in retrospect, me for being alI recognize how Dr. Synesio Lyra ways responsive significant all that was in and available to them when my formative years. I met some of my fellow pastors people I would never have were hard to locate and, if otherwise met, I heard things found, might be too busy and learned lessons which to get involved in anything still remain with me today, other than an emergency! I was impacted by positive What those persons were details noticed or felt, and I indicating, was that when developed a habit which has they needed to approach me, been beneficial in my adult I could be found; if they inyears since then. vited me to visit their home Yes, I became accustomed or go out for a meal, I would

negotiate the best available time and show up; even when hurrying through the church premises, or accidentally meeting somewhere else, I would have a moment to stop and greet them before proceeding to other waiting duties. Those individuals were grateful that their phone calls were promptly answered, their e-mails or letters were acknowledged and given a reply, and that other similar situations were factors they could also count on! It was comedian Woody Allen who once stated that 80% of life is just showing up. And I firmly believe that in mutual ministry the same applies! Any person (not just a minister) will gain a lot from what those experiences will bring, and from the lessons they shall learn for a lifetime! In doing good

to others, only very little can be achieved by remote control; the impact is far greater when one is present to another! Someone, in jest, has defined a minister as a person who is incomprehensible on Sundays and invisible the rest of the week. Read the complete story online

Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr. is a Florida resident who, for many years, was a professor at the post-graduate level. He is a writer, a sought-after conference speaker, a man who lived in five continents of the world, having received his education in four of them. When he resided in southern California, he wrote a weekly column for the daily “Anaheim Bulletin,” which was carried for about six years, until he moved to south Florida.

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By Dr. Daniel Man

Safe and permanent lip enhancement procedure now available Dear Dr. Man, I’ve been relied on implants that may, getting injections to en- due to their surface charachance my lips for about 15 teristics, may promote tissue years now. They work well ingrowth, which may result at first, but eventually fade. in a restriction of movement I’d love to try something an unnatural appearance. more permanent. Are there Luckily, there is a new, perany new treatments out there manent solution to lip enthat I should know hancement that is about? What about FDA approved and lip implants? Are has proven quite sucthey safe and do cessful. Permalip™, they look natural? made by SurgiSil, is Plastic surgeons a safe, definitive sohave long been lution for permanent searching for an exlip enhancement. ceptional solution Dr. Daniel Man Permalip™ is a soft, to lip enhancement. Tempo- silicone-based device, using rary treatments, including an injection molding prothe use of commercially process to produce a naturally duced fillers or autologous contoured implant with a (a person’s own) fat, have smooth, non-porous surface. worked for some people; The great news is that the however, they have often led implant cannot rupture or to disappointment in the long deflate. In addition, the imrun because of the unpredict- plant can be removed at any ability with respect to how time. Permalip™ is conlong they last. In addition, toured to match the shape they often require repetitive of your lips. It has a smooth treatments that may be pain- surface that reduces the ful and costly. Permanent chance of tissue ingrowth. solutions in the past have A huge benefit of this treat-

ment is that it is available in a variety of sizes to achieve customized results for individuals. This procedure can be performed in your plastic surgeon’s office under local anesthesia. The mouth and lips are locally anesthetized; and then two small incisions are made in the corners of the mouth. The implant is then passed through a tunnel in the lip and then centered. The process is then repeated for the other lip and the incisions are closed using absorbable suture. The entire process can take less than thirty minutes and normal activity may be resumed the following day. Although Permalip™ is permanent, it is designed to be easily reversible should you wish to return to your original lip appearance. Speak to a board-certified plastic surgeon to see if this procedure is right for you.

Dr. Daniel Man is a boardcertified plastic surgeon who has dedicated his life’s work to helping people look younger and improve their appearance through cosmetic surgery. He is a noted author, artist, inventor and educator. Dr. Man has been featured on major television networks as well as national and local magazines and newspapers for his work as both a plastic surgeon and an artist. Dr. Man has a private practice in Boca Raton.

Barry Siegel

Planning You Should Consider Now These are difficult times. • The average stay in a nursThe “experts” now acknowl- ing home is more than 2.5 edge that we are in a reces- years. sion - and that we have been Nursing home costs are inso for some time. creasing much faster Consumer confithan the inflation dence is low. As a rate would imply. result many of us Thus, many of us are concerned, wonquite appropriately dering what planare very worried ning we should do about how we will now, if any. pay for that kind of For the vast major- Barry Siegel care if we need it. ity of Americans, planning Planning Tip: Careful conis not discretionary. These sideration of how to pay for individuals continue to have long-term care is critical for - or perhaps for the first time most individuals. have - personal concerns that Also of concern to many they need to address now people is who will provide because these concerns are long-term care and whether unrelated to the economy. In those caregivers will care for fact, some of these concerns us in the way we desire. For may even be made worse by many, there is a strong deour current economic situa- sire to stay at home as long tion. as possible. For others, the In addition, for anyone who companionship found in an may be subject to federal or assisted living facility makes state estate tax in the future, that choice preferable. Still unusual circumstances have others need care that cancreated a “perfect planning not be provided at home or storm” that will not last long. only at a prohibitive cost. This newsletter addresses And, not surprisingly, these some of the planning needs goals often change over time unrelated to the economy and with changing circumand discusses strategies that stances. create the biggest planning Planning Tip: A trust that opportunities today. sets forth your current, carePlanning Needs Unrelated fully thought-out disability to the Economy objectives is the best way Many planning needs are un- to ensure that your planning related to the economy. They meets your personal goals include: and objectives. • Disability and retirement Special Needs Planning planning; Special needs planning is • Special needs planning; another area unrelated to the • Beneficiary protection economy. According to the planning (for example, pro- 2002 U.S. census: tection from divorce, credi- • 51.2 million people reporttors and/or perhaps the ben- ed having a disability; eficiaries themselves); and • 13-16% of families have a • Second marriage and child with special needs; “blended family” protection. • Autism occurs every 1 in These planning needs are 150 births and between 1 often more critical for those and 1.5 million Americans with fewer assets than for have an Autism spectrum those with more wealth. disorder. Disability Planning Failure to properly plan for According to the Family a person with special needs Caregiver Alliance and re- can have disastrous consecent MetLife Mature Market quences, especially if the Study, of those Americans person is receiving governcurrently age 65 and older: ment benefits. • 43% will need nursing Planning Tip: A Special home care; Needs Trust that incorpo• 25% will spend more than rates specific care provisions a year in a nursing home; is a critical component of the • 9% will spend more than 5 years in a nursing home; and Read the complete story online

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Life & Arts The Boca Raton Tribune AS SEEN BY FEEN Diane Feen

Nix the naysayers and enjoy life - including polo

Michele Caride and Betsy Ivory of Boca Raton enjoy the polo scene.

t’s a crazy time of the year. Iranian Cleric Hojatoleslam Kazem Sedighi said that earthquakes are caused by scantily clad women (look out, Boca Raton) and famous scientist Stephen Hawking believes that extraterrestrial life almost certainly exists and that we should be extremely cautious about interacting with them. There is one person, however, who has managed to circumvent all of these nay-

sayers. His name is Michael Fischman and he lives in Boca Raton. Fischman, a former account executive with Ogilvy & Mather, is now president of the Art of Living Foundation in the US. The Art of Living Foundation recently sponsored. An Evening of Wisdom & Meditation with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar at the Westin Diplomat Hotel. This holy man from India has a large following all over the world

and his message is one that is perfectly suited for the times we live in. “To uplift yourself, you need to stop and think about what is happening in your mind. Introspection uplifts us,” said the gentle man with the twinkling eyes. Fischman agrees. “Everybody is looking for spiritual modalities to help them handle their mind and emotions. If you have negative thoughts in your mind you don’t experience your true nature.” Fischman was very sincere about the changes in his life since meeting Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. “I am more confident, centered, compassionate and loving.” If you long for serenity in your life, the answer is meditation (I agree) and to watch your breathing. Breathing techniques (such as Pranayana) can help change emotions. Also important are the three golden rules for meditation: “I do nothing, I want nothing and I am nothing.” Well said. If you want more information about their

Local Humorist a Big Hit at Boca Comedy Club By Dale Smith Appearing Saturday night, April 17th at Boca Raton’s New York Comedy Club was a fresh South Florida based comic named Anna Collins. Anna, who currently resides in Fort Lauderdale, emceed both the early and the late shows and was the opening act featuring Latino stand-up Angel Salazar and two other comedians. Delightfully entertaining, Anna kept the audience laughing with her witty brand of South Florida comedy which included a mix of jokes about our retirees (heading for the Early Bird Dinner), those lizards and enormous palmetto

bugs we accept as pets in our homes, the French Canadian men in their thongs frolicking on our beaches, and the insane overuse locally of plastic surgery, especially the lip collagen. She has a great routine about the Hispanics in Miami, and their refusal to accept the English language. Actually no ethnic group was safe. In her recognizable Boston accent, Miss Collins presented her humorous views on why relationships between men and women are next to impossible to survive. Her bright personality shone through as she had fun improvising with the audience. A young guy with those ridiculous baggy pants had a few shots sent his way. Anna’s familiar

stories and stage presence gave the room a fresh vibe of comfort and laughter as she anchored the show. Anna Collins is also a writer, her 2008 book; “A View from a Broad” is very funny with excellent observations about such topics as Infomercials and Romance. She has appeared in many Comedy Clubs including the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Dangerfield’s in New York City and at the Comedy Corner in West Palm Beach and Uncle Funny’s in Davie. You can learn and read more about her at www.AnnaCollins.com. Keep an eye out for her next performance in the area.

events and courses contact them at http://artofliviing. org/fl or call 954-826-3190. One thing about spiritual pursuits is that nothing usually ends up being something important! On the other side of earthly existence (in Wellington) was the final polo match at the International Polo Club. This exuberant event brings out the best of breed in the horse category (for both humans and thoroughbreds) and is held every year to determine the winner of the US Open Championship. This year Crab Orchard won over the Audi team by a score of 13 to 8. If you’ve never been to a polo match (and a final one at that) you’re in for a big treat. The fans are horse lovers with a hedonistic bent for fun in the sun. Unfortunately it rained at the final match, but everyone seemed to weather the weather in pretty good spirits (bottled or otherwise). There was a large tent (The Nespresso Grande Pavil-

ion) on one side of the field hosted by Bistrot Bagatelle of NYC and on the other side were stadium seats, the clubhouse and other comfy ways to view the action. At the Nespresso Pavilion excitement reigned supreme with a full scale brunch (with enough food to feed a third world nation), a fashion display by upper crust fashion maven Tory Burch, a wine tasting by Whole Foods in Wellington and people watching that rivals NYC. There were men in yellow pants with dark blue blazers that looked divine (I know it sound cheesy but it wasn’t) and young women in halter dresses with large sinamay straw hats. The divot stomp at half time (where everyone goes out on the field for champagne and ice-cream) is one of the most animated people events at the games, but it was cut short by the heavy downpour. Men in trucks tossed out toy horses while doling out champagne in plastic

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flutes. But, Mother Nature intervened and had most of us running for shelter (in fancy dresses and high heels) and back to our posts. If you want to experience this bonding between man and horse (with camaraderie that is unparalleled) head out to Wellington during the polo season from December to April. International Polo Club Palm Beach - Phone: 561.204.5687 www.internationalpoloclub. com.

Visiting Rotarians from South Korea tour Boca, meet city leaders By Dale M. King

BOCA RATON - It’s not unusual for Rotarians from District 6930 to visit with Mayor Susan Whelchel and the City Council at one of their regular meetings. This past Tuesday night, the Rotary Club of Boca Raton brought along five South Korean visitors -- the women wearing long, red skirts typical of their native country – to the council meeting to mingle with city leaders as part of the Group Study Exchange, a universal Rotary peace mission between countries and Rotary districts. The effort is for young professionals, and it promotes international understanding, goodwill and peace. Whelchel presented the group with a proclamation naming Tuesday as Group Study Exchange Day.

Team leader for the Korean visitors is Doek In Lee. Team members are: Eun Mi Jang, Kyung Nyeo Cho, Youn Woo Lee, and Ki Sook Son with Mayor Susan Whelchel

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Mitzi Gaynor wins Emmy while performing in Boca Raton BOCA RATON - Actress, singer and dancer Mitzi Gaynor has won a bevy of awards during a film, stage and TV career that spans more than a half century. Coincidentally, while she was performing her “Razzle Dazzle: My Life Behind the Sequins” show to mark the first public performance at the Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center at Lynn University April 17 and 18, she was also winning another award. Mitzi’s highly acclaimed public television musical d o c u m e n t a r y, “ M i t z i Gaynor: Razzle Dazzle! The Special Years” won the

2010 New York area Emmy Award for Outstanding Entertainment Program/Special. Gaynor presented an evening show April 17 and a late afternoon performance April 18. The Emmy was presented April 18. During the show, Gaynor told about her career beginning with her motion picture debut in “My Blue Heaven” with Betty Grable and Dan Dailey. As she walked around the stage in Bob Mackie-designed gowns, she also told of her 52 year marriage to Jack Bean, a producer and her personal manager. He died of pneu-

monia in 2006, according to Wikipedia. The show also included clips from her TV specials and films, in particular, the movie she is most closely associated with – “South Pacific.” In that Rodgers & Hammerstein film, she portrayed nurse Nellie Forbush, and was nominated for a Golden Globe Award as best actress in a musical. From here, Gaynor opens May 15 at Feinstein’s in New York City. She will also be a presenter at the 55th Annual Drama Desk Awards at Lincoln Center in New York on May 23.

Jan McArt, left, director of theatre arts program develop- Mitzi Gaynor, center, is flanked by Ben and Rosemary ment at Lynn University, with Elaine Wold, main benefac- Krieger, left, and Arlene and Milton Herson. tor whose donations built the theater named for her and her late husband, and J. Albert Johnson, center.

From left are Marcia Cohen with Ben and Rosemary Boca philanthropists Richard and Barbara Schmidt with Krieger. Mitzi Gaynor.

Harold and Mary Perper flank Mitzi Gaynor. Shown from left are Christine Lynn, Mitzi Gaynor and John Gallo.

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Skip Sheffield

SunFest Music and Art Festival in Full Swing SunFest began with a bang International Film Festi- Art,” about the creation of on Wednesday, April 28 val ended Monday with an an art museum in Soviet Uzwith a New Music Night awards ceremony at the Om- bekistan. phoy Resort. on the newly reBest Short Film went to “A Despite an vamped waterfront Curious Thing,” by Alain R. uncertain financial Hain. in downtown West future more than Palm Beach. The Audience Choice Award 70 filmmakers went to “The Yankles, about largest music and from around the a professional baseball playarts festival in world flocked to er who was released from Florida, SunFest Palm Beach Coun- his contract with the “Los continues five days ty over the five Angeles Spirits” because of through Sunday, days of the festival. a drinking problem. May 2. Skip Sheffield Named Best Fea- Audience Choice for Best More than 50 local, regional and national ture Film was Roadside At- Documentary was “Legend musical acts are perform- traction’s “Winter’s Bone,” of the Pale Male,” about a ing on three stages starting about a 17-year-old girl young Belgian who comes Wednesday with Weezer and fighting the Ozark wilder- to New York looking for his ascending stars We Are Sci- ness and local criminals in destiny. entists, Crash Kings, Con- her search for her father and As for me I saw only the stellations, These United saving the family home. opening night film “PrinStates and Gringo Star. More Special mention went to “Eli cess Ka’iulani,” which quite than 150 artists will be dis- and Ben,” about the effect of lovely, and the moderately playing their handiwork and criminal charges against his amusing “Immigration Tango,” vying for awards along the father by a 12-year-old boy. which was shot in South $30 million improved water- Best Documentary went to Florida. “The Desert of Forbidden The “Best of the Best” selecfront. Texas blues-rock trio ZZ Top played SunFest for the first time on Thursday. Blues rocker Jonathan Tyler & Northern Lights and Flaming Lips are making their debut too. Award-winning Boca Raton blues guitarist J.P. Soars & The Red Hots opened for Patti LaBelle Friday. Others are Cowboy Mouth, Smash Mouth, REO Speedwagon Ben Harper & The Relentless perform Sunday at SunFest and Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly. Saturday May 1 the attractions include Rise Against, Better Than Ezra, Sister Hazel, Charlie Daniels Band and Sean Kingston. On the final Sunday Alberta Cross, Nas & Damien “Jr. Gong” Marley, Ben Harper & The Relentless, Flogging Molly and the B-52s perform. Hours are 5-10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 5-11 p.m. Friday, noon to 11 p.m. SatVanilla Ice with Boca Raton Tribune advertising representative Maureen urday and noon to 9 p.m. Kelly at opening night of Palm Beach International Film Festival. Friday when SunFest ends with a big fireworks display. Boca Tribune Society Admission at the gate 13 and Editor Skip Sheffield older is $32. A two-day pass and advertising representative Maureen is $50 and five-day pass $65. Kelly at opening night Call 800-786-3378 or visit of Palm Beach Internawww.sunfest.com. tional Film Festival. Palm Beach International Film Festival Wraps The 15th annual Palm Beach

tions will be screened this weekend at Cobb Jupiter Theaters. Box office tallies will not be in for a month or so. It remains to be decided if there will be a 16th annual PBIFF. Call 561-362-0003 or visit www.pbifilmfest.org. Art and Dance at FAU The Ritter Art Galley of Florida Atlantic University has opened its BFA Spring Exhibition, which stays up through May 7. Admission is free. Call 561-297-2966. At FAU’s Schmidt College of Arts & Letters, a “Dances We dance Performance Showcase” will be presented at 8 p.m. Friday, April 30 and 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday, may 1 in the University Theatre. Tickets are just $5 at the door call 561-297-0266.

Country Club of Boca installs board of governors.

Front, from left, Joan Cusick, Tom Kennedy, president and Joe Massarrella, vice president; second row, from left, Floyd Clements, treasurer, Fred Perfetto, David Jatlow, secretary; Dr. Jack Hayes and Tony Tamaccio. Not in photo: David Reeves.

By Barbara McCormick BOCA RATON - The Country Club at Boca Raton recently installed its newly elected Board of Governors at the 31st Annual President’s Ball. More than 160 members and friends turned out to congratulate President Tom Kennedy and the following members of the Board of Governors: Joan Cusick, Joe Massarella, vice president; Floyd Clements, treasurer; Fred Perfetto, David Jatlow, secretary; Dr. Jack Hayes, Tony Tamaccio and David Reeves. The festivities included a social hour and a four-course dinner, with dancing and en-

tertainment by Earthshine. The Country Club at Boca Raton is located at 6200 Boca del Mar Drive. Amenities include an 18-hole golf course, pro shop, lighted tennis courts, clubhouse, dining rooms, bar, grill and banquet facilities.

Tom Kennedy, president, Board of Governors of The Country Club at Boca Raton

‘Rally for the Cure’ raises more than $6,400 for Komen Cancer fund

BOCA RATON - The Women’s Golf Association at Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club in Boca Raton held its annual Rally for the Cure golf tournament March 12, raising $6,435 to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. “We are grateful to our golfers for all their support” said WGA President-Elect Pattie Damron, who takes over as president April 22. “Despite the incredibly rainy weather, we had 52 players turn out for the tournament – a field dressed in pink in honor of Komen for the Cure. They all deserve to be commended for their remarkable commitment.” Komen is a global non-profit

dedicated to eradicating breast cancer through research. The organization, the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists, has invested nearly $1.5 billion to find a Cure since Komen was founded in 1982. Funds at the Rally for the Cure golf tournament were raised through registration fees paid by participants. The WPA also held a 50-50 raffle, won by Lori Glover. Glover donated her $1,100 in winnings in honor of the WPA President Vicki Hull, 56, who recently passed away, to the Enrichment Fund of Grace Community Church, the beneficiary of memorial donations for Hull. A matching $1,100 from the raffle was donated to Komen. The Rally for the Cure tournament is one of several events Royal Palm Yacht

& Country Club holds each year. The WPA also collects toys each Christmas season for Spirit of Giving, a joint effort by several Palm Beach County charitable agencies. The country club’s Ladies Nine Hole Golf Group recently held its initial 1st Annual Play for P.I.N.K. tournament to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Celebrating its 50th year, the Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club has been an elegant tradition among the elite clubs of South Florida. As one of the few private, invitation-only clubs in the country, Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club boasts a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course and no residency requirements.

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Caldwell Theatre melds humor with social issues in comic play, “Distracted”

By Skip Sheffield BOCA RATON - Caldwell Theatre Company continues its exploration of contemporary issues with a dramatic comedy, “Distracted,” running through May 16 at 7901 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. Playwright Lisa Loomer has taken a challenge and formed it into a comedy that provokes and educates. That challenge is ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), a common disorder that seems to have reached epidemic status. ADHD (also called ADD) is most often diagnosed in young boys, though it can occur in girls and adult men and women. Lisa Loomer was inspired to design a play that is both entertaining and educational - oh yes, and quite funny. Nine-year-old Jesse Cara (Brian Inerfield) isn’t the only “Distracted” person in this play. Dad (Stephen G. Anthony) is always doing several things at once: talking, texting or playing a laptop video game, all while watching television. This is very frustrating for Mama (Laura Turnbull), who has to deal with Jesse’s outbursts, disrespectful atti-

tude, foul mouth and inability to focus on tasks as simple as getting dressed for school. Reading between the lines we can guess that if Dad had been born today, he would have been diagnosed with ADHD. Because he was an ants-in-the-pants, hyperactive boy, Dad feels it is all perfectly normal. In desperation, Mama visits a series of “experts” who not surprisingly, offer conflicting advice. Doctors are a rich source of humor, as the doctor’s office experience is universal. Director Clive Cholerton has cast some of South Florida’s best actors to play these characters. It warms the heart to see Kim Cozort back on the Caldwell stage after she and her husband Ken Kay were in “exile” (but a very good kind), in Blowing Rock, NC for nine years. Cozort plays three characters: imperious Dr. Waller, Jessie’s frazzled teacher Mrs. Holly and New Yawk neighbor Sherry, and she gives a distinct comic spin to each one. Likewise Lela Elam is the officious Dr. Zavalla as well as a neighbor, Carolyn and a nurse. Playwright/actor Michael McKeever takes the comic

cake as three increasingly eccentric doctors and a fourth wall-breaking actor with ADD. Versatile Kim Ostrenko is a neighbor friend Vera and does yeoman duty as a waitress and a UPS delivery person. Finally, there is Jesse’s teenage babysitter Natalie (Nikki Bromberg), a girl with some pretty serious disorders of her own. Lots of serious issues are raised between the yucks: holistic therapy vs. prescription drugs, psychological counseling, the role of information overload and media bombardment and the sheer frenzy of modern life. There are no easy answers. I came away with the thought we should not be too quick to medicate just to shut a kid up and make him or her docile. Parents should exercise tolerance and patience and above all, pay more attention to their kids. You may come away with a different conclusion, and Caldwell Theatre is making it easier by providing a series of talk-backs with the director, cast and experts, and a Lunch and Learn April 29. Tickets are $34-$55 (students $10). Call 561-241-7432 or 877-245-7432 or visit www. caldwelltheatre.com.

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Opening of model attracts hundreds to Geo Group of Boca, One Thousand Ocean condominiums Cornell Companies, agree to merger worth $685 million

encompasses the building’s amenities exclusive to residents. The lobby, lakefront lounge and multi-purpose room attracted visitors, who also previewed the state-ofthe-art fitness center with its aerobics, yoga and Pilates rooms, cardio/free-weight and training area, spa treatment suite, and steam and sauna rooms. “One Thousand Ocean has demonstrated record-setting sales and is currently 67 percent sold,” said William Yahn, managing director for Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group. “And that’s before we showcased our furnished model. This speaks volume for the location of the building, its unique design and floor plans, as well as the level of features and

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BOCA RATON - One Thousand Ocean, the newly completed oceanfront condominium in Boca Raton, welcomed hundreds of invited guests to two consecutive events in early April to showcase a new furnished model as well as the modern building’s amenities The four-bedroom, four and one-half bath, 4,300-squarefoot model residence, which features ocean-inspired interiors by The Decorator’s Unlimited, was very well received by visitors, said organizers. From there, they continued on to the private tropical pool deck with cabanas directly overlooking the Atlantic and the Boca Raton Inlet. Guests were also invited to visit the Ocean Club, which

kitchens, private elevator lobbies and private two-car garages. Residences average some 4,000 square feet under air plus about 1,200 square feet of outdoor space. They are priced from $3 million to more than $15 million. The Sales & Design Center is located at 725 S. Ocean Boulevard.

From left are Jamie Telchin (LXR Luxury Resorts) and Bob Martin (The Decorators Unlimited) in the model residence at the new One Thousand Ocean building.

finishes.” “Everyone seemed to marvel at the building’s modern architecture, which is in keeping with the Boca Raton Resort & Club’s redesigned Boca Beach Club, right next door,” added Jamie Telchin, president of development for LXR Luxury Resorts. “They also understood that the prime location gives residents of One Thousand Ocean immediate proximity and availability to the services and amenities of the resort, which is part of the Waldorf Astoria Collection, should they choose to be a member of the resort’s club. This isn’t just another new condominium building. It is an extraordinary resort lifestyle opportunity.” Commenting further, Telchin noted, “Boaters traversing the Boca Raton Inlet can’t help but notice the iconic building that is now at the tip of the private peninsula. With its completion this February, One Thousand Ocean has become a true landmark at the gateway to this world-class city.” One Thousand Ocean encompasses 52 one- and twostory beach villas, residences and penthouses replete with ocean, Intracoastal and city views, terraces with jetted plunge pools and outdoor

BOCA RATON – Boca Raton-based GEO Group, a private provider of correctional, detention, and residential treatment services to federal, state and local government agencies, and Cornell Companies, a private provider of corrections, treatment and educational services outsourced by federal, state and local governmental agencies, plan to merge, says a news release from The Geo Group. It said their boards of directors have approved a definitive merger agreement in which The GEO Group will acquire Cornell for stock and/or cash at an estimated

enterprise value of $685 million based on the closing prices of both companies’ stocks on April 16, 2010, including the assumption of some $300 million in Cornell debt, excluding cash. Under the terms of the agreement, stockholders of Cornell will have the option to elect to receive either 1.3 shares of GEO common stock for each share of Cornell common stock or an amount of cash consideration equal to the greater of the fair market value of one share of GEO common stock plus $6.00 or the fair market value of 1.3 shares of GEO common stock.

Lynn University names Glanzer as new PR director

BOCA RATON - Lynn University has announced that Joshua Glanzer, an awardwinning communications professional with more than 14 years of experience spanning several industries, is the university’s new director of public relations. In this role, Glanzer will serve as the university’s official spokesperson in addition to leading the university’s internal, external and social media efforts. Glanzer’s experience in the field of marketing communications includes international media relations campaigns, publications pro-

duction and targeted, hyper local community out reach efforts. After receiving his bachelor’s degree in public relations from University of Florida’s School of Journalism in 1995, he moved to Miami and accepted a position at a small, start-up marketing communications firm, Brigham Communications. His work in international issues started in 1998 when he joined Food For The Poor (FFP), a South Florida-based international development organization, as the media relations manager. Glanzer planned and executed several media tours through some of the poorest regions of Haiti, Jamaica, Honduras and Nicaragua. After moving to New York City in 2001, Glanzer served as the director of communications for the International Longevity Center (ILC), a healthcare policy center affiliated with the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Glanzer’s performance con-

vinced ILC’s senior leadership to keep him on as a consultant more than a year after he moved back to Florida. Once settled in Florida, Glanzer served as the director of communications and marketing at the American Red Cross, Greater Palm Beach Area Chapter. He headed an aggressive communications program that required coordinating the activities of department staff members, student interns, a public relations firm, and dozens of volunteers during the busy 2005 and 2006 hurricane seasons. In Glanzer’s most recent position at Jones Edmunds, a Florida-based civil engineering firm, he secured the organization’s first national print news story, in The Wall Street Journal, and helped bring the firm national industry recognition through a campaign that captured several technical engineering awards—the most the firm has ever received for a single project.

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GEO Group of Boca “This merger represents a compelling strategic fit for both of our companies and positions us well to meet the increasing demand for correctional, detention and residential treatment facilities and services,” said George C. Zoley, chairman and chief executive officer of GEO. “The combination of our two companies creates a company with revenues of approximately $1.5 billion, enhanced scale, diversification, and complementary service offerings. GEO has a successful track record of integrating acquisitions, and we are confident in our ability to implement the industry’s best practices across the combined company.” “At the same time,” he added, “we expect to achieve revenue growth opportunities and annual cost efficiencies of $12-15 million to enhance long-term value for our shareholders.” James E. Hyman, Cornell’s chairman, president, and chief executive officer, said, “The board of directors and I believe this strategic combination with GEO will result in an industry-leading platform that will create significant value for the shareholders of both companies. The combined enterprise should have the scale, geographic

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reach and operating leverage to achieve meaningful cost synergies, grow revenue and increase profitability.” The merger is expected to close in the third quarter of 2010, subject to the approval of the issuance of GEO common stock by GEO’s shareholders, approval of the transaction by Cornell’s stockholders and federal regulatory agencies, as well as the fulfillment of other customary conditions.” The combined company will manage and/or own 97 correctional and detention facilities with a total design capacity of approximately 76,000 beds and 32 behavioral health facilities with a total design capacity of approximately 5,000 beds. Cornell’s Adult Secure and Adult Community-Based divisions will be integrated into GEO’s existing U.S. Corrections operating structure. Cornell’s behavioral health division, Abraxas Youth & Family Services, will be integrated with GEO Care’s behavioral healthcare services platform. The statement from GEO said the merger is expected to increase its total annual revenues by approximately $400 million to more than $1.5 billion.

Boca business owners launch ‘Constant Care’ resource group to help seniors’ quality of life

BOCA RATON - “The Constant Care Network is dedicated to serving our senior population and the community they live in,” said its founder, Andres Gonzalez. The initial meeting of the new organization drew 20 selected by Gonzalez because of their commitment to educate and bring a better quality of life for the senior population and their integrity in dealing with seniors. The organization is not the average networking group inasmuch as all members all share a common interest by being actively involved in non-profits. Each member is committed to work for the betterment of the community and its senior citizens. “To be part of the ConstantCareNetwork.com listing, members must have a commonality which includes integrity and dedication to the senior community and their

families, as well as a sincere concern for the better good of others,” said Gonzalez. The current invitation-only membership consists of 20 companies and individuals including a certified aging-in-place specialist, a registered nurse care manager, clinical psychologist, concierge car service club for seniors, elder law & disability attorney, guardianship support, bankruptcy attorney, hair restoration and beauty, home care services, home medical & mobility products, home renovation safety, homeowner and auto insurance, certified longterm care insurance agent, moving company, organizing & de-clutter services, print magazine for seniors, real estate agent, reverse & forward home mortgage specialist, senior move managers, tax & estate planning attorney and tax-free

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income strategies expert. Dale King, managing editor of The Boca Raton Tribune who attended the meeting, welcomed the organization and said, “What a wonderful way for businesses and professionals to network in order to serve the senior citizens in our community.” Marlene Ross, director of communications for WXEL, the local PBS and NPR station, added her congratulations and said, “I wish to commend Andres Gonzalez for organizing this unique network group because there is a great need for seniors and their families to have a resource dedicated to their welfare.” The guest speaker was Laura Jones of the Alzheimer Association of Southeast Florida. Laura discussed her “advocacy victory” with the Social Security Administration regarding her experiences with

her husband’s early-onset Alzheimer diagnosis at age 50. “Our organization will be hosting speakers from other non-profits in order to raise community awareness,” said Jill Poser, certified aging-in-place specialist (CAPS), founder of Aladdin Builders Home Safety Specialists and ConstantCareNetwork.com member. The ConstantCareNetwork. com (www.ConstantCareNetwork.com) serves as a central online resource listing local expert professionals who are honest and caring and who specialize in providing quality goods and services to seniors and their loved ones. Each member listed pledges to provide quality goods and services in an honest and professional manner. While the firms listed on ConstantCareNetwork.com can work together to provide the best service possible, each firm is independently responsible for the goods and services offered. Membership is free a n d b y i n v i t a t i o n o n l y.

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Dog lover with sweet tooth will appreciate having Carmel in home BOCA RATON - Got a sweet tooth? I’m Carmel, and I’m as sweet as my name and ready to be loved. I love people, other dogs to play with, and kids. I’m a beagle/pointer/Lab mix, spayed female weighing about 45 pounds. I had some puppies before I came here, but now I’ve been spayed and I’m ready for some “me” time. I haven’t had much luck in my life recently, so I’m

ready to soak up some attention from you and return the love. Ask to meet me! I’m available for adoption at Tri-County Humane Society, a no-kill animal shelter located at 21287 Boca Rio Road in Boca Raton. The shelter is open for adoptions Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Adoption fees for companion animals are $110 and up. Animals are heartworm-tested and up-to-date on vaccinations.

Included in the adoption fee is one year of free office visits to Regency Veterinary Clinic. Please visit us to find a lost pet or to consider adding a shelter dog or cat to your family. We have puppies and kittens, too! Call (561) 482-8110 or view many of our available animals and volunteer opportunities at: www. tricountyhumane.org. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter at ‘TriCounty Humane’.

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Dining Guide SEAFOOD

Boston´s on the Beach 40 S. Ocean Blvd. Delray Beach - 561-278-3364. Breakfast, Lunch and Dnr., Mon.-Fri. Lunch 11-1:30pm, Dnr. 5pm-11pm, Sat.-Sun. 7am-11pm, Fri.,Sat.-Sun lunch served on upperdeck

SANDWICHES/DELI

AMERICAN/STEAKHOUSES

Brewzzi Glades Plaza 2222 Glades Rd. Boca Raton, 561-392-BREW (2739). Dnr. Nightly.

Café Luna Rosa 34 S. Ocean Blvd. Delray Beach, 561-274-9404; Open daily Breakfast, Lnch, and Dnr. 7am-10pm

Carmen´s Boca Bridge Hotel 999 Camino Real. Boca Raton 561-368-9500 Dnr and Dancing begins at 5pm on Fri. Evening.,Brunch on Sun. 11am-3pm

Maggiano´s 21090 St. Andrew´s Blvd. Boca Raton - 561-361-8244 Lnch Daily, Dnr. Mon.-Sat. 5pm-11pm, Sun. 5pm-10pm

ASINA/SUSHI

Gol, Taste of Brazil 411 E. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach - 561-272-6565; Dnr

P. F Chang´s 1400 Glades Rd. Boca Raton - 561-393-3722; Lunch and Dnr daily. Sun.-Thurs. 11am11pm, Fri-Sat. 11am-midnight

ITALIAN

BRAZILIAN

Picanha Brasil Restaurant - 22797 State Road 7, Boca Raton - 561-488-5737 Lnch and Dner

Ben´s Deli (Kosher) The reserve - 9942 Clint Moore Rd. Boca raton 561470-9963; Lnch and Dnr. Daily 11am-9pm Eliat Café (Kosher) Wharfside Plaza- 6853 S.W. 18th St. Boca Raton- 561-3686880. Open for Lunch and Dnr. Mon.-Thrus. 11am-9pm, Sun. 12pm-9pm, Closed Fri-Sat. Jake Deli 149 N.E. 4th Ave. Delray Beach, Mon.-Sat. 7am3:30pm.

CONTINENTAL

Bistro Provence 2399 N. Federal Hwy. Boca Raton - 561-368-2340. Lnch Mon.-Fri. 11am-3pm, Dnr. nightly 5pm-10pm.

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FAU’s women’s basketball team looks to 2010-2011 season

BOCA RATON -The Florida Atlantic University women’s basketball team reached new heights during the 2009-10 season. Head coach Chancellor Dugan led her team to 10 conference wins and a fifth overall seed in the Sun Belt Conference Tournament, the most wins and highest seed the Owls have received since joining the conference four seasons ago. FAU’s 14 overall victories are also the most since the program joined the Sun Belt. “I was really excited for the senior class to leave such an outstanding mark on this program,” said Dugan. “They took it from the ASun and transitioned it to a contender in the Sun Belt. I’m proud of them.” Two of those seniors, Brittany Bowe and Carla Stubbs, both capped off their final seasons by surpassing the 1,000-point mark in the same game, on February 10, 2010 against LouisianaLafayette. The pair of seniors finished their careers eighth and ninth respectively on the FAU all-

time scoring list. Bowe also received individual accolades, being named to the third team all-conference in addition to being a first team all-district academic All-American. The Ocala native finished the season leading the Owls in minutes per game (33.3) and second in the Sun Belt in assists per game (4.8). Despite having seven seniors depart the roster, FAU will reload in 2010-11, adding eight new players to the mix. New Players “We filled all of our needs with this recruiting class,” said Dugan. Now it’s going to be up to the newcomers and the returnees to gel and become a team.” Among the returnees is shooting guard Lyrell Barfield. The junior college transfer had a breakout season that included Sun Belt Player of the Week honors for her performance during the week of 2/2-2/7. The pure scorer recorded a career-high 24 points in a win at North Texas on Feb.

3 only to top that with a new career-high 25 points in a win at Denver three days later. Barfield started 26 of 29 games in her first season as an Owl and finished two points ahead of Bowe for the team scoring title with 356 points. The other key returnee for FAU is Teri Stamps, who appeared in all 29 games and finished the season ranked 3rd in the Sun Belt Conference in three-point shooting (38-for-84, 45.2%). With Stamps and Barfield projected into the starting five, FAU has three open starting spots up for grabs in preseason workouts this summer and fall. With a lot of holes, the incoming class is a welcomed sight, with eight players in total and a vast spectrum of skill sets. “We’ve got size, quickness, shooting ability and defensive ability all coming in,” Dugan said. One of FAU’s biggest needs, a point guard, will be filled by Takia Brooks (5’6”, Miami, FL/Lourdes Academy). Brooks is the #236 ranked player in the nation by the Collegiate Girls Basketball Report. Up front, Vontrice Dennis, April Goins, Shavonne Seymore are all junior college transfers that will provide an experience and athletic front-court presence for FAU on both ends of the floor. Chaquera Kent, Alexis Parker, Kim Smith and Latavia Dempsey are all incoming freshman that round out the class for FAU.

Lynn men’s hoops adds guard for 2010-2011

By Jeffrey Messman BOCA RATON - Lynn University’s men’s basketball team has signed guard Josh Garcia to a National Letter of Intent, announced head coach Scott McMillin. Garcia will join the Fighting Knights as a junior for the 2010-11 season. “We are absolutely ecstatic about Josh being a part of our men’s basketball program next season,” McMillin said. “Josh is mature, strong, ultracompetitive and a good defender. He was a player that we really wanted throughout

the recruiting process, and we couldn’t be happier about it.” A combo guard from Oldsmar, Fla., Garcia played the past two seasons at Pasco Hernando Community College. Tabbed First Team AllSuncoast Conference as a junior, he averaged 16.6 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.1 steals per game for the Quistas and finished as the seventh-leading scorer in all Florida junior colleges. Garcia also shot a solid 39.4 percent from three-point range to rank eighth in the state.

“Offensively, Josh shoots it very well but can also create problems off the dribble,” McMillin continued. “We wanted a guard that is dynamic in both his scoring abilities and his ability to see the floor and create for others. Our system is built for those kinds of guards and Josh fits that mold perfectly.” Garcia joins early signee Craig Brown as newcomers for the upcoming campaign. The pair will join a veteran squad that returns eight letter winners and seven upperclassmen next season.

Boca’s Summer Campers Find Haven in the Pocono’s

By Dale Smith This summer, dozens of Boca Raton campers will again head off for weeks of fun and an incredible variety of activities at beautiful Camp Lindenmere in the Pocono Mountains of Eastern Pennsylvania. Nestled on approximately 175 picturesque acres in Henryville, Pa., the Camp has been owned and operated by Boca Raton resident Mitch Garfinkel since 2006. Mitch, who also is an attorney and restaurateur, operates the Camp with great detail spent on seeing that the three hundred boys and girls and the 100 staff-

ers are well taken care of in a nurturing, learning environment. The focus is on the individual growth of each child. Whether the kids stay for three or six weeks, the anticipation of the trip up north consumes them and their parents for the months preceding the trip. The bags are sent in advance and the chaperones and the kids leave from Fort Lauderdale Airport on a flight to Newark for the Boca Campers. They are then taken by bus to Camp Lindenmere where they embark on an adventure of a lifetime. Upon arrival, they see the Camp’s stone buildings, which were erected in

the early 1900’s and opened as a Camp in 1935. The new, country style cabins are large and airy, complete with electricity, indoor showers and bathrooms. Each bunk houses 8-12 campers supervised by 2-3 counselors. Family style meals are served in an alpine-type dining room consisting of fresh fruit, a salad bar, a potato bar and a pasta bar. Mitch brings in professional chefs and kitchen staffs to ensure all meals are fresh, tasty and nutritious. The Camp even features a 50’s style Ice Cream parlor. The boys and girls are thrilled when they see the range of facilities offered. These include a multi-purpose gym and theatre, two baseball/ softball fields, five tennis courts, two soccer fields, three lighted basketball courts, two beach volleyball courts, an extensive fine arts center, computer lab, a rope and climbing wall course, horseback ridRead the complete story online

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Erik Spolestra of his head coaching position” then I would call any team in the NBA that is willing to take a failed product in Beasley. I don’t know if any of you know this, contrary to popular belief, Riley did try to trade Beasley. There was a 3-Way in the works with Utah and Phoenix. Miami would have received Amare Stoudemire, Phoenix would have received Carlos Boozer, and Utah would have gotten Michael Beasley and Miami’s 1st round draft picks. But the deal didn’t go down because Utah was reluctant in taking Michael Beasley, rightly so. Now, we are stuck with an underachiever that if he does stay with Miami should do nothing but rot on the bench. What a waste of talent. But, some college players just aren’t cut up for the NBA. Now, people need to really stop with the “Wade’s last game in Miami” non-sense. We all know he isn’t going anywhere. Where would he go? Try and say Chicago, I’ll shut you down with the front office problems. Try Detroit,

I’ll shut you down with a team with a losing record and no chances for a playoffs berth let alone a championship. Where else are all you Heat haters going to tell me he is going to go? Just stop, you Bulls fan are sad. You guys are hatting on greatness. You are mad that we have the best in the world and you guys were not able to snatch him with the 7th pick and ended up draft an underachiever in Kirk Hinrich. So please, Chicago, do us a favor, leave our superstar alone and try to not make your current superstar (Rose) angry with the fact he seems unappreciated. As disappointed as some as some fans are, I’m excited about this. The long awaited summer of 2010 is finally upon us. It’s the time in which dynasties will be made and when Contenders this season become weak. I’m ready for the most exciting offseason in recent memory. Are you?

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THE MIAMI DOLPHIN SPOTLIGHT By Chris J. Nelson

Matt Blue’s V.I.P. Lounge By Matt Bluesten

Dolphins trade down in Marlins Must Change first round, select DE The Way They Do Jared Odrick at No. 28 Business

It took a little longer than expected, but the Miami Dolphins finally a chose a player in the first round of the draft. After trading down from No. 12 to No. 28 that also landed them linebacker Tim Dobbins from the Chargers, the Dolphins used San Diego’s pick to select Penn State defensive end Jared Odrick. It was a questionable pick, to be sure, but I’ll get to that in a minute. First, a breakdown of the trade and some background info on the players Miami acquired tonight. The Trade Dolphins receives: • San Diego’s first-round pick (28th overall - used to select Penn State defensive end Jared Odrick) • San Diego’s second-round pick (4oth overall) • San Diego’s fourth-round pick (126th overall) • Linebacker Tim Dobbins San Diego receives: • Miami’s first-round pick (12th overall - used to select Fresno State running back Ryan Mathews) • Miami’s fourth-round pick (110th overall) • Miami’s sixth-round pick (173rd overall) The Dolphins now have ten picks in the 2010 NFL Draft, including the one used to select Odrick. Their other picks are: • Round 2, Pick 40 (from Seattle through San Diego) • Round 3, Pick 73 • Round 4, Pick 126 (from

San Diego) • Round 5, Pick 145 (from San Francisco) • Round 6, Pick 174 (from Washington) • Round 6, Pick 179 • Round 7, Pick 212 (from Kansas City) • Round 7, Pick 219 • Round 7, Pick 252 (compensatory selection) Tim Dobbins A first-team All-Big 12 selection as a senior at Iowa State, Dobbins was selected by the San Diego Chargers in the fifth round (151st overall) of the 2006 NFL Draft. Dobbins (6-1, 246) appeared in all 32 games during his first two seasons with the Chargers, recording 39 tackles and a forced fumble while primarily playing special teams. Moving into the starting lineup with eight starts in 16 games in 2008, Dobbins totaled a career-high 57 tackles, three forced fumbles, one interception, and four pass deflections. As a top backup linebacker behind starters Stephen Cooper and Brandon Siler in 2009, Dobbins racked up 55 tackles, a sack, a forced fumble, an interception, and a pass deflection. A restricted free agent in the 2010 offseason, Dobbins was tendered a one-year contract by the Chargers and reRead the complete story online

This happened to be a typical Marlins offseason. The Marlins spent no money on Free Agents, and no arbitration offers were made to departing Free Agents. In addition, a few salary dump trades were made. It was business as usual for the Marlins. However, the good news is that the Marlins gave their franchise pitcher Josh Johnson a four year contract extension. Also the team tried to sign the top rated international pitching prospect Aroldis Chapman to a five year deal. Advanced scouts were drooling all over this hyped up prospect. I believe the Josh Johnson signing and the Aroldis Chapman contract offer occurred as a result of Major League Baseball and the players Union reprimanding the Marlins. Interestingly, Major League Baseball stepped in by denouncing the Marlins spending habits and low payroll. The Marlins were also accused of pocketing revenue sharing money; instead of the revenue sharing on players. In response to the statement released, the Marlins decided to increase their payroll to the highest it has been in five years. I cannot emphasize enough how important it is for the Marlins to continue to increase their payroll. They need to do this in

order to keep the fans happy and content. It is expected that the team will increase the payroll exponentially as soon as they move into the new stadium. Regardless, of what the Marlins ownership is promising, the fans are demanding the team to show more of a willingness to spend a considerable amount of money on quality players. Florida Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria, left, presents Hanley Ramirez with the Silver Slugger Award Marlins Owner Jeffrey Loria is not exactly a fan favorite and he has been accused of pocketing revenue sharing money instead of investing it appropriately towards player salaries. Incredibly, the Marlins always find a way to stay competitive and the Front Office must be highly commended for this extraordinary achievement of remaining competitive with a low payroll. Every year the Marlins continue to have the lowest payroll in baseball and every year they continue to impress. Incredibly, the Marlins won 87 games last year with a $37 million payroll. Jeffrey Loria needs to understand that if you are going to own a professional sports franchise, than you are required to spend money and provide the necessary fiRead the complete story online

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Miami Eliminated, But the Best is yet to come By Pedro Heizer If Tuesday night was the last game in which Dwyane Wade played with the Miami Heat, it sure was another one of those great D-Wade moments. Wade, as usual, had no help from his team whatsoever except from 20 points from Mario Chalmers… Funny isn’t? The guy that people thought would be nothing was the only one to help Wade’s cause. You might look at the boxscore and say, “hey, why did Beasley only play 13 minutes?” well that’s simple really, he was vintage Michael Beasley. A player that can’t do anything except change this hair style, get tattoos, and go to rehab. I’ve said this once and I’ll say it again, Michael Beasley is a disgrace. Pat Riley was probably shaking his head during that 1st half by Beasley. Riley was probably thinking, “wow, I should have drafted Brook Lopez, or ever O.J. Mayo”. I’m done, really Michael Beasley in my book is another Greg Oden and I’m done with him and his sorry display of a game. And with that, ends my rant on the most disappointing draft pick in Heat history. Yes even worse than D-Wright. Back to the greatness that is Dwyane Wade. He was superb yet again, doing things that players only wish for. Wade had a double-double with 31 points and 10 assists. He was 9-10 from the line and hit a pair of treys to try and extend the series back to Miami. Winning this series was

something that before it started and during the first 3 quarters of game one was a sure possibility. But then, thanks to terrible play from the likes of Jermaine O’Neal and Michael Beasley, and horrid coaching from Erik Spolestra, Miami found themselves in a 0-3 hole in which would have only been a miracle to come back from. Never had an NBA team come back from such a hole. The only thing close was in the MLB League championship when the red Sox came back after being down 0-3 to the hated Yankees. People kept drawing comparison to the 2006 Heat championship team that came back from down 0-2 to win the next 4 games. There is some fault in this reason, for starters, we had a lowpost presence in Shaquille O’Neal, a solid point guard in Jason Williams, threats from beyond the arc in Antoine Walker, James Posey, Jason Williams, and Gary Payton, we had a motivator, and warrior in Alonzo Mourning, and lastly, we had arguably one of the best coaches in the NBA in Pat Riley. That was a championship team from the begging. With 2 great point guards, a great center, and great players that can shoot it from deep. This year, we had a solid point guard in Wade, threats from beyond the arc in Wade, a warrior in Wade and Udonis Haslem…. See where I’m going with this? This team had nothing that makes them a championship or even a second round play-

offs team. Granted, if O’Neal and Beasley played half of what they were capable of playing, we had a legitimate shot at the 2nd round. Like I said from the beginning of the season, Jermaine O’Neal was the X-Factor. Miami would only go as far as O’Neal would. It was a miracle to even win one game. Was this the last we’ve seen of Dwyane Wade? Will he be back next season? Where’s Beasley going to fit in? What about Spolestra? These are all questions that have been filling my twitter inbox and e-mail since last night’s lost. Well, all these questions are simple to answer, to me at least. This is the deal, let’s ask Wade himself: “Chicago is my home city, and I love Chicago,” the guard said. “But my heart is here in Miami. All the cards are in Miami, and it’s their game to lose, more than anything. I appreciate that organizations want me to be a part of them, but right now Miami is in the driver’s seat.” So, with that being said, this is what Wade Thinks of Miami and Chicago. I know, I know that in the press conference after the game 5 lost he seemed depressed, but who wouldn’t? This man is a warrior and he doesn’t like to lose. I would have been the same way if that was me. It’s no secret that Miami has to do business in the offseason. Like Wade himself said “The front office has got work to do”. He is completely right. To start off, I would “relieve See page 23