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‘Hatsume Fair’ at Morikami becomes tribute, relief effort for stricken Japan
Boca West residents go ‘back to school’
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Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Swedish Charity has office in South Florida
By Donovan Ortega
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DELRAY BEACH - The 32nd “Hatsume Fair” March 19 at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens took on a deeper, more profound meaning this year in light of the recent earthquake and tsunami that decimated entire towns in Japan and left thousands dead and unaccounted for. A moment of silence was observed at 2:30 p.m. on all three stages as a public showing of solidarity with Japan’s struggle to rebuild. There had even been talk of canceling “Hatsume,” but festival organizers decided to form a partnership with the American Red Cross and use the event as an avenue to raise money for relief efforts. The Red Cross had an on-site tent that acted as both a donation and information center. Joe Hansen, a spokesperson for the Red Cross, was extremely happy with the response from the community. “We have a lot of very generous people in our area. People really give from their hearts and more often than not the American Red Cross is the outlet they choose. We are really proud to be a part of the relief efforts,” said Hansen. As he spoke, a man approached a large bucket for cash donations that sat beneath the tent. See page 12
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Delray Beach Italian American Festival Safety tip from My passion became very clear to me at a relatively
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By Paul Paquet In 1848, Zachary Taylor became the last Whig candidate to be elected president. He died, and Millard Fillmore stepped up, making him the very last Whig president. Actually, there were only four Whigs in the White House. William Henry Harrison was the first, but he died in office, too, and was replaced by John Tyler. The Whigs were ripped to shreds by slavery, but many Whigs went on to form the core of the GOP. Yikes! Known for its antiSemitic leadership, what country has a name that literally means “Land of the Aryans”? A) Armenia B) Iran C) Germany D) Kazakhstan Previous answer: David Bowie was one of the many people who have played Andy Warhol. INDEX Briefs
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Boca Raton Police Boca Raton police safety tip
Q. Is it unlawful to drink alcoholic beverages at city beaches and parks? A. Yes. Boca Raton Ordinance 4.4-1 states that it shall be unlawful for any person to consume an alcoholic beverage of more than 1 percent alcohol content by volume on any public street, sidewalk, right-of-way, park or beach. Crime and safety questions are answered by officers from the Crime Prevention Unit. For more information, visit www.BocaPolice.com.
Boca Raton Police blotter THEFT FROM BUILDING 03/21/2011 301 EAST YAMATO ROAD A purse was stolen from 301 East Yamato Road, from the desk of a receptionist. The suspect is a young male that was seen on surveillance video with the woman’s purse. A flyer will be provided by crime analysis. Nothing further on suspect. THEFT FROM BUILDING 03/22/2011 346 PLAZA REAL Victim reports unknown suspect entered the rear door of construction site and removed a Rigid 300 threading machine valued at over $4000. The door to the rear of the former GiGi restaurant was left unsecured. The theft occurred between 1600 hrs on 03/21/11 and 0700 on 03/22/11. BURGLARY FROM FENCED AREA 03/21/2011 9:35 1003 CLINT MOORE ROAD Victim reported that unknown subject(s) entered into a locked fenced in area of 1003 Clint Moore Road (Stacole Fine Wines) and stole 9 rims/tires from 3 box trucks. Total value of theft is approximately $11,700. Time of occurrence was between 1200 on 03/19/2011 and 0800 on this date.
young age. My grandfather and I would go down to the cellar and he would wind up his phonograph and the two of us would listen to Enrico Caruso music together. I would sing along with the music and especially enjoyed singing along with Perry Como on the radio. Upstairs my mother and grandmother were always cooking and we could smell the aroma throughout the house all the way down to the cellar. There isn’t a better smell than fresh homemade Italian food. I have been the owner and head chef for my restaurants and catering business for over 30 years, a good part of my life. I am a self taught chef and I enjoy cooking. Nothing like seeing someone with a big smile on their face after enjoying a dinner I cooked especially for them. I also love music, and, if there was ever a wish I could have had, it would have been to be a great singer. Hence, my passion for food and music. Putting my passion together is the reason for Carnevale Delray Beach. It will be bringing food, music and Italian American culture together in a comfortable setting where everyone will enjoy a great event. Planning an event like this comes naturally for me. It’s a lot of work but to me it is such a pleasure and I enjoy seeing people happy. My goal is to make as many people forget the world outside, even if it’s just for a little while, and have a great time with the creation of my events at Carnevale Delray Beach. Entertainment Line up: Friday 3/25 Johnny Monti, Frank Tenaglia, The Gaylords, Dance the night away Saturday 3/26 Johnny Monti, Pat Capuzzi, Frank Tenaglia, The Gaylords, The Five Boroughs, The Rockaways Sunday 3/27 Tony Mariano, Pat Capuzzi, The Rockaways, Bill Stbile, Chris MacDonald GREAT FOOD + GREAT MUSIC + GREAT FUN Hope to see you there
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Motorcyclist killed in collision with car in West Boca BOCA RATON - The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office said a motorcyclist was killed in a collision with an automobile at 6:41 p.m. Friday, March 18, at Palmetto Park Road and Beracasa Way. The PBSO report says Steven C. Fischer, 56, of Boynton Beach, was thrown from his 2005 Harley Davidson. The driver of the car, a 2005 Hyundai, was identified as Frank J. Barrucco, 25, of
Mansfield Lane, Boca Raton. He was not injured, the report says. Investigators said Barrucco was traveling southbound on Beracasa Way, approaching the intersection of Palmetto Park Road. Fischer was traveling westbound in lane two of Palmetto Park Road, approaching the intersection of Beracasa Way. As Barrucco entered the intersection, the car pulled into Fischer’s lane of travel,
the PBSO report says. In an attempt to avoid a collision, Fischer applied the brakes and swerved, but was struck on the right side by the front of Barrucco’s car. As the collision ensued, Fischer was ejected from his cycle which came to rest a short distance from the point of impact. The Hyundai came to rest on the center median of Palmetto Park Road, facing west.
WPB Mayor Frankel announces run against Congressman Allen West in District 22 BOCA RATON - Even before stepping down from her mayoral post, West Palm Beach Mayor Lois Frankel announced she will run for Congress in Florida’s 22nd District in 2010. The Democrat will face incumbent Republican Allen West, who only took over the office several months ago after defeating Ron Klein in 2010. In a news release sent to the Boca Raton Tribune, Frankel said she will set her sights on getting things done and working to create jobs, revitalize the local economy and focus on the needs of South Florida families. “Congress isn’t working for working families,” Frankel said. “There’s too much par-
tisanship and not enough results. We need a member of Congress who knows how to get things done.” After serving 14 years in the Florida Legislature, Frankel spent the last eight years as West Palm Beach mayor. As the city’s chief executive, she oversaw the economic revitalization of the city, created a better environment for small business and created new jobs. “As a mayor and the mother of a veteran and small business owner, I know what families need to do to get by in these tough times,” Frankel said. “Family budgets must be balanced with thought and care. That is why as mayor of West Palm
Beach, we balanced our budget while also promoting economic revitalization.” “I am not running for Congress to win favor with the Washington extremists and I am not motivated by the same tired partisan fights. I believe it’s about time we put the interests of our local economy and families first. This is not about scoring points on cable news shows or making partisan speeches across the country. This is about making South Florida a better place to live for all of our citizens, not just those with the same political affiliation.” She did not seek re-election as mayor of West Palm Beach due to term limits.
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Boca Fire Rescue puts its equipment, training on display at ‘Expo’
BOCA RATON - Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services hosts its ‘Fire Expo,’ Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the campus of Florida Atlantic University Campus, in parking area #5 close to the new football stadium. Organizers say this will be Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services biggest Expo ever! This year’s event, open to the public, spotlights several areas such as live fire training simulators, specialty apparatus and a vehicle extrication demonstration, “state of the art” fire engines, medical units and even “Old Betsy” (1926 vintage engine). Of particular interest will be the “Side-by-Side Fire Sprinkler” exhibit which illustrates the value of fire sprinklers in the home. Activities will be held throughout the day. There will be clowns and face painting, a puppet show and a giant bounce house - slide for the kids. FAU professors and students will provide information regarding health and nutrition and staff from Boca Raton Regional Hospital and Red Cross will provide lessons on safety. FAU Football Coach Howard Schnellenberger, the football team and FAU cheerleaders may show up. Food and refreshments will be free to all. For additional information contact Public Information Officer Frank Correggio at 561-982-4012.
Curbs ordered on water use
Water has become a precious commodity in droughtstricken Palm Beach County. Because of parched conditions - the driest in 80 years - the South Florida Water Management District is mandating new water use restrictions in the county effective Saturday, March 26. The cutbacks include a twoday-a-week residential lawn watering schedule, down from three days. Homes on
odd-numbered sides of the street can water on Wednesdays and Saturdays; those with even numbered homes can irrigate Thursdays and Sundays. In addition, while water levels have decreased, the number of brush fires has nearly doubled compared to last year due to the dry conditions. Residents are urged to use caution with outdoor fires.
Boca West residents go ‘back to school’ as mentors for Wayne’s Kids
Wayne Barton talks to the group of volunteer mentors from Boca West
Story, photos by Dale M. King BOCA RATON - The Wayne Barton Study Center and the Boca West Foundation have started working together to battle deficiencies in student literacy. Fifty-four residents of the Boca West development have signed on to mentor students at the Barton Center. The project kicked off Tuesday with an orientation for the Boca West group. They also got a tour of the facility at 269 NE 14th St. from Barton himself - and enjoyed a special thank-you presentation from the kids. Students showed their appreciation for more than just mentoring. Arthur Adler, chairman of the Boca West Foundation, said the organization’s 7-person board decided to purchase the Achieve3000 Intensive Reading Program, with workbooks and other supplemental items, to help students improve their literacy. The software, which cost $14,000, will put the students on a technological par with public school students. “They need the same program as public schools,”
said Adler. “We approved purchasing the software and the workbooks.” In addition, the Boca West residents have volunteered to help create a mentoring program. Homeowners from that development will work with more than 200 students to help them improve their reading skills. An excited group from Boca West met with Barton at the study center Tuesday, all anxious to get moving with the project. But before they left with their volunteer packages, students came out with a hand-made sign that expressed their thanks for the software and the personal effort. Barton painted a grim picture of the current state of literacy. “At least 40 percent of students enrolled at the Wayne Barton Study Center fail to read at a level we would expect for the grade they are in, and 85 percent of our student population is from homes where one or both parents are deficient in this area.” “Parents are the first and primary teachers of children; therefore, family literacy is closely linked with children’s success in becoming
readers and writers,” Barton added. “These students are at risk in terms of their literacy development. We know that to succeed in school they need to be prepared for more advanced courses in high school, college and to participate in the high-skill workplace of the 21st century all students need a solid academic foundation.” He said the Achieve3000 Intensive Reading Program, used under the direction of the Boca West mentors, will help student reading levels to improve. Adler said the Foundation, formed just six months ago, noted that students don’t get enough time to work on computers in public high schools. The supplemental work at the Barton Center will improve their odds of learning and becoming more literate. Barton said he hopes to conduct a computer camp
this summer. He said that du-ring the vacation gap between school terms, many kids forget some of what they have learned. His proposed “camp” will fill that gap, he said. In August, before students return to class, Barton said, his center provides backpacks, school supplies, required vaccinations, physical checkups, clothing, free haircuts and hair styling to needy students. He said he expects to reach about 6,000 to 7,000 students. “We focus on the health, welfare and education of children in Palm Beach County and surrounding areas,” said Barton. He wants to ensure that no child is without the proper tools needed to succeed, not only in the classroom but in their everyday lives. High school graduation is the expectation of the Study Center; a college education is the goal.
Students show the large, hand-made sign thanking the Boca West Foundation for the computer software and the mentoring effort.
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Boca Helping Hands to hold fifth annual Monopoly Event and Casino Night BOCA RATONBoca Helping Hands has announced plans to hold its Fifth Annual Monopoly® Event & Casino Night on Saturday, April 2 at The Country Club at Boca Raton. Guests will vie for the local title of BHH Monopoly® Game Champion. Highlights of the evening will include casino style games, an auction, raffles and of course, Monopoly®. Cocktails and registration begin at 5:30 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $125 per person and include dinner. “We are excited to be celebrating the fifth anniversary of this must-attend event
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and grateful to the community for their support. The 2011 Monopoly® Tournament and dinner is sure to be bigger and better than year’s past,” said Lou Ann Such, chair of the Fifth Annual Monopoly® Event &
Casino Night. All proceeds benefit Boca Helping Hands, Boca’s premier charitable organization for those in need. For more information about participation, sponsorship or advertising, call 561-4170913 x 202 or e-mail Karen@bocahelpinghands.org. Boca Helping Hands is a 501(c) 3 that is dedicated to providing compassionate service through food and assistance programs to individuals, children and families to instill dignity and break the cycle of dependency. For more information about programs, call 561-417-0913 or visit www. bocahelpinghands.org.
Boca’s GOP boss visits Tribune
Margi Helschien, vice chair of the Palm Beach County, president of the Boca Raton Republican Club and member of the Republican Executive Committee of Palm Beach County, recently visit the offices of the Boca Raton Tribune, where she met with the staff, including Managing Editor Dale King. Helschien recently won the prestigious “Jean Pipes” Award for her tremendous service to the Palm Beach County Republican Party of Florida. Support your community newspaper - Patronize The Boca Raton Tribune Advertisers. Let them know you saw their Ads in the Boca Tribune.
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The Boca Raton Tribune EDITORIALS/LETTERS East/West Boca Raton, FL
The Boca Raton Tribune Founded January 15, 2010
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It’s a great show, Charlie Brown. You really should see it “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” could be the best theater production in Boca Raton that practically nobody has seen. Vicki Halmos’ new production company, Entr’Acte Theatrix, is presenting the Tony Award-winning musical at the Black Box Theater in Boca Raton’s new Cultural Arts Center in Mizner Park. There were four performances last weekend, and four are planned for this coming weekend (March 25-27). My wife and I saw it Friday night and we howled. I rarely see my wife laugh out loud, but she did. She really got a kick out of Courtney Poston and her perfecto performance as Charlie Brown’s little sister, Sally. But the audience was scant Friday. And my sisterin-law and a friend went Saturday night, loved the show, but again, the audience was minimal. That seems so strange because there were so many people in Mizner Park on Friday and Saturday night. Maybe people don’t know
what the Cultural Arts Center is. Well, if you’ve been around Boca Raton for 10 years or more, you may remember it as the International Museum of Cartoon Art. That venue closed back in 2002, and the city spent years trying to find a new use for the facility. It’s taken a long time to put it together. But enough of history. Let me tell you about Entr’Acte Theatrix. This is a brand new offshoot of the Palm Beach Principal Players, which started 10 years ago and targeted high school and college students interested in musical theater but who had limited opportunities to perform. Over the last decade, Principal Players presented 16 different shows featuring more than 200 young people, many of whom have gone on to professional careers or top educational programs. Because these young but “seasoned” performers still need opportunities to work with top professionals and begin their professional careers with impressive resumes and a network of industry contacts, Entr’Acte
Theatrix was formed. The company’s goal is to produce shows aimed at a younger, hipper audience and present them at some of the finest professional houses in Palm Beach County, exposing the young performers to both sophisticated audiences and the staff and management of these venues. Entr’Acte Theatrix is a subsidiary of the Peter and Vicki Halmos Family Foundation. They picked a winner in “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” and the cast is excellent. Each performer seems to capture the true nature of Charles Schultz’s immortal cartoon strip kids. Evan Ferrar is great as Charlie Brown. Mia Estadella is a loud and lofty Lucy. Frank Vomero plays thumb-sucking, blanket-dependent Linus, Patrick LoRicco is the keyboard minimaestro Schroeder and Greg Halmos is Snoopy. Also in the cast are Matthew Tarantino (Pig Pen), Sarah Shadle (Woodstock), Sarah Dreben (Marcie) and Emily Miraglia (Peppermint Patty). What’s particularly good
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about this show is that it examines some of the problems these kids suffer. Charlie Brown’s clumsiness and lack of self-esteem, Lucy’s aggressive nature, Pig Pen’s lack of hygiene and Linus’ dependency, for example. The matinee show Saturday allowed the audience to mingle with the cast to discuss these topics. Earlier this season, Entr’Acte Theatrix performed “Hair” and “Caberet” at the Caldwell Theatre. This time, they are at the “Black Box Theater” on the second floor of the Cultural Arts Center. Tickets are $25 for adults, $10 for students and children under the age of 13. Group rates are $20 each with a 15-ticket minimum. Call 1.877.877.7677 or visit www.completeticketsolutions.com. I must admit I’m a little disappointed at the paltry crowds. Come on, Boca, let’s support the arts. Give these kids a chance. It’s well worth the money. And that, as Sally might say, is my philosophy.
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THOUGHTS FROM THE PUBLISHER By Douglas Heizer
Communities must invest in ‘their’ newspapers’ so they’ll survive Newspapers in general have reached a critical point in their existence. After years of big-city papers dominating most of the market, many metro dailies are either falling into bankruptcy or going out of existence entirely. Readership is dropping in favor of TV news, the Internet and handheld devices that deliver instant articles. Smaller, community newspapers are popping up - and succeeding - where their old counterparts have either failed or have had to rein in their page counts as revenue dropped sharply. Those who study the news market say community papers - particularly those hooked to a web site (the Tribune currently has three) - have a good chance of staying around. They cater to the older readers who want to have hard copy in their hands, but also provide what many young and tech-oriented people want something that can be read online or via some handheld device. Technology aside, however, there is something that no newspaper can survive without - and that’s money. We have heard lately from a number of journalists who have lost their jobs due to cutbacks and layoffs. They say the community newspaper is the way to go - and
they are looking to get back in. Even former writers for such papers as the Sun Sentinel and Palm Beach Post now populate community papers - or have created their own (i.e., The Coastal Star, published mainly by former Palm Beach Post personnel left without jobs). Let’s look a bit more closely at the Boca Raton Tribune. It opened its doors just a few months after Boca Raton lost the hometown newspaper it had called its own for more than 50 years. At least one reason for the demise of the Boca Raton News, officials from the defunct paper said, was financial. As I said in my column last week, the Boca Raton Tribune is free to the public, but there are costs involved in creating it. I’m not too proud to say that many people who work here give of their free time and have other jobs to support themselves. They often find it difficult to get by with part time jobs, particularly in an economy that is still stifled. They have a passion to be here because they don’t want Boca Raton not to have a local newspaper. We don’t want to go back to those days from mid-2009 to early 2010 when there was no Boca paper. But this paper must have
money to continue. And that is why I ask, with all my heart, for community support. We aren’t just pleading to the business community, but to individuals as well. If you have a small business, buy a business card ad. It’s less than $35 an issue. Many small ads can bring in the revenue of large ads. We offer space to many non-profits and for restaurant and theater reviews and other free publicity. It hurts us to see them advertise in other media, but forget that we gave them something for nothing when they needed it and didn’t return the favor when they had some extra money to spend. We at the Boca Tribune want this paper to survive, because we love what we do and we love serving the community. We appreciate the phone calls, the emails and many positive comments. We feel wonderful that more than 900 people have us on their Facebook page. But the reality is that our staff and contributors all have families and bills and expenses. They give what they can for the newspaper, then go to other places and work more. We are not complaining, we are just stating facts. We want to continue to be your “closest neighbor,” but your financial support is necessary to make it work.
POSITIVE LIVING By Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr.
Have no fear to change! In human life, change should always signify improvement. Growth is continually necessary in the life and experience of every individual; advance is essential. Room for improvement is more than a commodity in the architecture of any life! Never resign yourself to a mediocre life since you have at your disposal all the tools necessary to improve it. New opportunities and varied experiences afford us the occasions to change for the better. No one should ever state, “I am that way and nothing will change in me!” As the late Norman Cousins asserted, “we belong to an unfinished species. We have limitless capacities for growth.” Therefore, don’t be content with the way things are, for everything can be made much better. Each new day offers us the opportunity to move forward with what we have started, as it equally provides us new challenges
that we can begin to tackle and carry on consistently into successful fulfilment! Every 24 hours we are being brought from the past into a new day, not to remain stuck there but to use that as a new starting point for significant ventures in living! Each new day should never become a mere extension of yesterday’s successes or distresses but, rather, a fresh opportunity to triumph in whatever we attempt! In our process of growth, we’re often allowed to enter a period of “wandering in the wilderness” before we are ushered into “the promised land” of creativity, actualisation, and of genuine contributions we make to humanity. If we can endure the wilderness and meaningfully learn from the experience, we shall more successfully perform, and eventually deliver, as we move on in the world. In the advances we make,
the excitement and glories of any moment should never portray the way things will permanently remain. Similarly, the difficulties and distresses of any day or season, are not to be viewed as what is in store for the rest of one’s life. There’s no status quo when growth is occurring, and if it is to continue! Let us never waste life while we possess it, but consistently direct it into new levels of significance for advantage to others, besides for our own individual benefit. Always be who you are, wherever you are, in whatever you do, and withersoever you go! Nevertheless, be sure that what you manifest today represents an improvement from previous days and years, anticipating an even better “you” tomorrow, as you shape yourself continually into the person you’ve been designed to become!
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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Swedish Charity has office in South Florida
“Star of Hope 4 Kids” is the name of an international charity, with its world headquarters in Sweden. Serving now 22 nations of the world, this organization started in 1970 in Brazil, when a famous Swedish speaker was touring that land, while addressing various conferences.
After one of his meetings, in the state of Minas Gerais, a single mother holding her infant boy in the arms, greeted the foreign guest and placed the baby in his hands, saying: “I would like for you to take care of him for I am unable to offer him the life he needs and deserves.”
So impressed with that experience, and aware of the widespread nature of that social problem in Brazil, Erik Gunnar Eriksson returned to his native Sweden and raised enough funds to build the first of many DayCare Centers for children (ages 0-6) from among the poorest of the poor. Since
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its inception, this vision is now preventing countless kids from malnutrition, all kinds of vices, and from the possibility of growing into illiteracy, a life of crime, drug trafficking and use, sexual promiscuity, deadly illnesses, and countless more abuses which would prevent them from a satisfying and productive youth and adulthood. At each Day-Care Center led by The Star of Hope, parents or a single parent, bring(s) the child or children into one of the facilities very early in the morning, before proceeding to their place of employment. They know their newborn baby or school age child shall receive many nutritious meals each day, have time for rest, moments of recreation, a loving, caring atmosphere, and those of school age attend daily classes, fulfilling the national, academic curriculum for each appropriate grade level, within the Day-Care Center campus. Each evening, after working hours, the parent returns to take the child home where they spend the night together, thus maintaining the family unit and the necessary parent-child relationship intact. Sunday is the only day when the child remains all day in the company of the family for 24 hours. Currently, The Star of Hope is completing the construction of what will become Brazil’s largest, model DayCare Center, in the city of São Vicente, off the coast of the state of São Paulo. In that same property a Soccer School is also being built for children ages 7-14 who, after school hours,
shall receive instruction in that national favorite game. This may develop in some of those kids the unique abilities and skills which can enable some of them to become professional soccer players in the future, enjoying a good livelihood and the satisfaction of participating in a national sport which is loved and cheered by the fanatic population of Brazil. The south Florida office is led by Dr. Tomas Söderberg, an orthopedic surgeon in Brazil, a minister, and also a former city councilman in the city of Santos (São Paulo state), where he also served as Secretary of Health by appointment of the Mayor of the city. Now, a permanent resident of Ft. Lauderdale with his family, Dr. Söderberg presides over a staff of six highly competent individuals, who are always open to inquiries about this agency, welcoming also any donations which shall enable “Starofhope4kids” to maintain and expand its noble task. This is a (501)
(c) (3) organization. Gifts may be safely made online at the web site www.starofhope4kids.com or sent by mail to its office at 2440 E. Commercial Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308. American author, Frederick Buechner, commented in one of his books that “a babe is hope for better things to come.” You can see this hope fulfilled by sponsoring one child for $ 35.00 per month, or by giving in any other fashion whatever you can, which shall be utilized 100% for your designated purpose. Contemporary Yale University scholar, Prof. Miroslav Volf, offers a positive challenge with the thought: “Wealth doesn’t make us givers; poverty can’t prevent us from being givers!”
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‘Super Sunday’ at Salon Oasis honors JARC’s 25th anniversary
Salon Oasis Miguel Fernandez & JARC Client Stacie Engman
BOCA RATON - In honor of JARC’s (Jewish Association for Residential Care) 25th anniversary, Salon Oasis held “Super Sunday” on March 13 in their salon at 6100 Glades Road in Boca Raton. Salon Oasis, a community partner of JARC for the second year running, generously offered the local com-
munity half-price services from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., raising $400 from salon services, with 100 percent of these proceeds directly donated back to JARC. Proceeds will support the JARC Scholarship Fund. The salon also provided $2,800 in complimentary services to the JARC clients. The event was spear-
Salon Oasis Gemma Bramham & JARC Client Jessica Sachs
From left is the Salon Oasis Team: Jane Huntley, Cathy Mitchell, Gemma Bramham, Shana Moyher
Salon Oasis C. J. Micalizio & JARC Client Carly Bookman.
headed by Cathy Mitchell, Salon Oasis general manager and stylist Richard Capsuto. The most exciting and generous element of “Salon Sunday” is Salon Oasis team members providing complimentary haircuts, styling and manicures for residents and clients of JARC. “Our residents were thrilled to be pampered in preparation for JARC 25. We are so grateful to Salon Oasis and its entire staff for their desire to give back to the community,” stated Dr. Debra Hallow, JARC executive director. The Jewish Association for Residential Care (JARC) is a nonsectarian organization which provides group homes, apartments and vocational training for adults with development disabilities.
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Ninth Annual ‘Doggie Ball’ raises cash for Tri County Humane Society in Boca BOCA RATON - The ninth annual Tri County Humane Society “Doggie Ball” fundraiser, another westernthemed event, was held Sunday, March 20 at Boca West Country Club. Tri County Founder and CEO Jeannette Christos said it was a soldout event. All proceeds will go toward food, shelter, and medical care for the thousands of homeless, abused, and abandoned animals rescued each year by the nokill shelter, located on Boca Rio Road. The night included cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dancing with live entertainment by the Magic City Band and live and silent auctions. Chairpersons were Jay DiPietro and Craig A. Perna. Co-chairs were Suzi Goldsmith, Lauren LaPonzina and Harriett Lewis. Auction chairs were Julie Godin, Michelle Kaufman, Debra Kramer and Susan Merkel.
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‘Hatsume Fair’ at Morikami becomes tribune...
Red Cross volunteers in tent at “Hatsume Fair.” “Does this go straight to Japan?” he asked. When he received a reply of “yes,” he quickly dropped a bill in the bucket. Hansen also wanted to make note that despite the disasters’ immense death toll, the impact could have been much worse were it not for the general preparedness of the Japanese people. “More than 700,000 lives were saved in Japan because of the simple use of escape plans and heeding evacuation warnings. We have hurricane season approaching, so it’s important to start building your hurricane kit and make plans in case of disaster,” said Hansen. Even though the “Hatsume Fair” was overshadowed by the sad happenings in Japan, the partnership with the Red Cross offered a ray of hope. It was less of a memorial to the dead and more a tribute to the strength of Japanese culture. Like any good festival, “Hatsume” had all the trimmings: shaved
Ice sculpture of dog and cat was on the buffet table
Among attendees were Al Zucaro and his wife, Yvonne Boice Zucaro
Fushu Daiko ice, mothers with excited children eating shaved ice, authentic samurai swords and decorative daggers for $16, eccentric collectors, artists and cultural enthusiasts - teenagers dressing up as their favorite manga and anime characters. David Coplon, a local teen, said he got a Japanese culture book when he was a child and soon fell in love with manga, Japan’s version of American comic books. Coplon was dressed as the character “Urhana” from the manga series, “Full Metal Alchemist.” His friend, Rachel Glismann, couldn’t contain her excitement about being at “Hatsume.” “The people are really friendly! People give you a lot of attention. It’s so much fun!” said Glismann, who quickly turned to wave at other festively dressed teens. Both Coplon and Glissman are self-proclaimed “otakus,” a Japanese term for those obsessed with manga and anime.
Continued from page 1 Along with the homemade costumes, the normally tranquil Morikami Park was lined with art and food vendors selling authentic Japanese artwork and cuisine. The festival had three stages on which Japanese acts preformed. The crowd favorite was taiko drumming by the local troop, Fushu Daiko. Their performances seemed to embody the type of spirit that will propel Japan past the unspeakable effects of the earthquake and tsunami. Fushu Daiko consists of 12 drummers and their remarkable enthusiasm, physicality, guttural yelps and timing punctuated the “Hatsume Fair’s” efforts of bringing the soul of Japan to South Florida. “I want people that see Fushu Daiko to be moved,” said Ben Miller, a member of the group since 1998. “We strive to play with spirit, nothing else matters. We want all our hearts to play as one.” Like many of the acts, Fushu Daiko had contemplated not performing at the “Hatsume Fair” out of respect for Japan. But with the addition of the Red Cross, Miller thought it was important that Fushu Daiko play. “When I think of Japan, I think of their strong warrior spirit. I think of duty and commitment. I think those things come through in the performance of taiko. Transmitting that spirit is why we play,” said Miller. To donate to the relief effort in Japan, visit www.redcross.org.
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Coach Bobby Bowden gives inspiring keynote address at Y Prayer Breakfast BOCA RATON - The Y Prayer Breakfast, held recently at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, drew more that 500 guests who enjoyed an inspiring presentation by former Florida State University Coach Bobby Bowden. The author of “Called to Coach” entertained the crowd with vignettes from his storybook career and motivated the audience to keep supporting the Y. Bowden, as a child, had his core values reinforced at the Y, he said, instilling in him a code of ethics he credits with his success. “This was a truly memorable morning,” said Yvonne Boice, the chair of the event. “The record-breaking crowd obviously enjoyed the presentations as we brought together many community and religious leaders, young performers, of course Coach Bowden. This outstanding show of support proves that the Y is one of the most important organizations in our community.” “Through fundraisers such as our Prayer Breakfast, golf tournament and annual campaign, the Y is able to provide more than $500,000 per year to the community to fund childcare, summer camps and financial assistance to those unable to pay for Y programs,” said Bradley Kitchens, Y trustee chair and chief volunteer officer.
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City of Boca Raton Hosts 3rd Annual LET’S TALK LIFE & STYLE Boating and Beach Bash for People By Kay Renz with Disabilities
Excitement of Palm Beach International Film Festival begins
The excitement has begunand continues for about another week. Palm Beach County is playing host to some of the most talented filmmakers in the world as the Palm Beach International Film Festival marks its 16th year! This season’s festival features 12 world premieres, 3 US premieres and 14 Florida premieres, plus an array of fun-filled parties and events. As usual, the dynamic duo of Yvonne Boice, the chair of the PBIFF, and Randi Emerman, the executive director, have created a truly memorable experience that everyone who appreciates great filmmaking will enjoy! The buzz about this year’s festival began on the evening of the Academy Awards, when Yvonne and Randi hosted Oscar Night America®, a glamorous party held at Bash of Boca, the newly redesigned restaurant-night spot at the Shoppes at Village Pointe. An array of fashionably clad guests came early to watch the red carpet entrances of the stars, and of course it was style critiques galore -from “cheers” for the glori-
ous Gweyneth Paltrow, Mila Kunis and Halle Berry to “hmmms” for the debatable Cate Blanchett, Nicole Kidman and Marisa Tomei. Naturally, the one way to tell the real winners is to see what designs are knocked off the next day and what trends sell out! Light purples,Yvonne Boice and Randi Emerman at Academy Awards party shimmering nudes and golds, and bold reds led Grammy-nominated songthe pack and would be great writer and producer, who choices to wear to one of is responsible for such hits the major events of the film as Ain’t No Woman for the festival. The Silver Screen Four Tops, We Built This Splash. This poolside soiree City for Jefferson Starship, will take place Friday, March Baby Come Back for Player, 25 at the Boca Raton Resort Nightshift for The Commo& Club, and will feature the dores, and more. presentation of the Golden “This will be a truly specPalm Award to Academy tacular evening,” said Boice. Award-nominated actor Rich- “We have created the perfect ard Jenkins, who has made ambiance to mix and mingle more than 60 feature films, with some of the industry’s including “Eat, Pray, Love;” most talented artists.” “Hall Pass;” “The Visitor” Another outstanding highlight of the festival is the and more. In addition the evening will Student Showcase of Films feature a performance by on Friday, March 25 at Lynn Dennis Lambert, the 11-time University, celebrating the artistic successes of the nearly 200 Florida high school and college students whose film submissions are competing for scholarships. An additional “Audience Award” will be given to the film that receives the most votes through online voting. Honoring the legacy of Burt Reynolds, the festival will also present an annual scholarship bearing his name. Passes and tickets are on sale Mayor Susan Whelchel and her husband, John, at Academy now! Visit www.pbiff.com for information. Awards party
In what many are calling a “Miracle on the Intracoastal,” the City of Boca Raton welcomed over 2,000 guests to the 3rd annual Boating and Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, on Saturday, March 19, 2011. Men, women and children with special needs were treated like celebrities for the day at an event that has no equal in the nation. Created in 2009 by the City of Boca Raton Advisory Board for People with Disabilities, the City sanctioned event was privately underwritten again this year by members of Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club, one of South Florida’s premiere residential club communities. Zack Rice, the club’s marina manager, led the effort. For many, a highlight of the event was the chance to step aboard, or be lifted aboard, one of 25 privately owned yachts for a half hour ride on the Intracoastal Waterway, the famed inland river that stretches from Miami up the coast of the United States. Yachts were donated for the day by their owners, the members of Royal Palm Yacht Club. Among the most popular was Fidelity IV, a head turning speed boat that once belonged to President George H.W. Bush. The navy blue craft, still bearing the Presidential Seal on her hull, made over a dozen runs carrying boatloads of happy families from the small marina area at Spanish River Park in Boca,
site of the Boating and Beach Bash. The lagoon opens directly into the Intracoastal. The day also featured a complimentary barbeque lunch with hot dogs, hamburgers, pulled pork sandwiches, chips, ice cream and lemonade. A highlight of this year’s Boating and Beach Bash was a newly created exhibitor zone, where two dozen foundations and groups that provide local services to people with disabilities displayed their wares and interacted with guests. Among the exhibitors were Surfers for Autism, which uses the ocean to unlock the potential of youngsters with developmental disabilities, and Shake a Leg Miami, teaching youngsters and adults with disabilities how to sail. Boca Raton Mayor Susan Whelchel says the success of the Boating and Beach Bash depends on the support of the public and private sector. “We had nearly 200 big hearted, enthusiastic volunteers this year,” she says. “It really is remarkable when you think about it. Corporate executives working side by side with the Coast Guard, local high school and college students, seniors citizens and retirees, the Coast Guard Auxiliary, the Junior Navy ROTC Cadets from Boca Raton Community High School, the City of Boca Raton Lifeguards, and dozens more, all of whom were on hand to welcome and host guests, their caregivers and families.”
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that assist impoverished women of all faiths and their families. In January 2000, the Circle began offering classes ranging from English and Creole literacy to computer skills, sewing, employment counseling and interview attire. The 10th annual benefit was held in the dining rooms at Benvenuto Res-
taurant, Boynton Beach. The culinary staff created a memorable menu, which included cocktails and apBOYNTON BEACH - The petizers, salad, a choice of recent “Circle of Hope three entrees and the resGala,” hosted by the Womtaurant’s famous dessert: en’s Circle of Boynton warm, chocolate lava cake. Beach, Inc., drew an enthuBetween courses, guests bid siastic crowd of guests from on a cache of exciting raffle Palm Beach, Boca Raton prizes, danced to the music and beyond, to celebrate 10 of Will Bridges and enjoyed years of providing services the banter by Palm Beach Post columnist, Frank Cerabino, master of ceremonies. Sister Lorraine Ryan, MMS, Executive Director and Sister Joan Carusillo, CSC, President of the Board of Directors of Women’s Circle, Inc. expressed their deepest appreciation for the presence of the Most Rev. Gerald M. Barbarito, BishFrom left, Dr. Robert & Frances Bourque, Peggy & Joseph op of the Diocese of Palm Martin and Gail & Bob Murphy Beach County and Honorary Chairs Bob & Gail Murphy and Frances & Bob Bourque. Generous applause was also given to the trio of volunteer fundraisers, who co-chaired the grand event: Eileen Augustyn, Helen Babione and Peggy Martin, all committee members, “Circle” support team, and staff. Circle of Hope 2011 Grand Dennis & Marge Blanz with Joan & Tom Wiedenfeld Benefactors included The William & Helen Thomas Charitable Trust, and The Honorable Rodney S. Eielson. Diamond Sponsor was Camiccia-Arnautou Charitable Foundation, Inc. Silver sponsors included Janet & Jerry Soderberg and UBS Private Wealth-Kurt Sylvia. For more information or to make a donation to Women’s Circle, Inc., call (561) 244-7627 or visit http:// Shown from left are Bob & Regina Vetto, Bishop Gerald M. www.womenscircle.org. Barbarito and Mike & Liz Wilsman
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Patrons enjoy the fruits (and food) of annual Boca Bacchanal BOCA RATON - The Grand Tasting event Sunday, March 20 on the grounds of the Mizner Park Amphitheater brought to a close a weekend of wine matched with culinary delights at the ninth annual Boca Bacchanal. A major fundraising event for the Boca Raton Historical Society, the Bacchanal included Vintner Dinners on Friday, March 18, and the Bacchanal & Auction Saturday, March 19 at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. The Grand Tasting was held Sunday from noon to 3 p.m., and offered participants a chance to stroll and savor the sumptuous specialties of 30 restaurants and sip 140 wines.
Deputy Mayor Susan Haynie, left, and Councilwoman Constance Scott, enjoy the occasion.
Enjoying the Bacchanal are Julia Hebert, left, wife of Boca Raton Tribune Managing Editor Dale King, and Dini Heizer, wife of Boca Raton Tribune Publisher Douglas Heizer
Continued on page 19 Jesus Delgado, a native of Spain, uses a special long tool to pour wine
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ENTERTAINMENT By Skip Sheffield
It’s never too late to rock ‘n’ roll It’s never too late to rock ‘n’ roll. If you don’t believe me, look at me. Better yet, look at the Belgian film “The Over the Hill Band,” which opened last Friday at Shadowood Theatres. “Over the Hill” is in Flemish and French, with English subtitles, but it has subject matter American audiences- particularly older people- can easily understand. Claire (Marilou Mermans) is a woman facing her 70th birthday when her husband suffers a heart attack at the wheel of their car. Not only is Claire injured in the ensuing crash, she is rendered an instant widow. Mermans is a woman with a beautiful face who has been a Flemish movie star since age 20. Still, her character looks in the mirror and wonders, “Who’s the old bat looking back at me?” At the funeral Claire is reunited with her two sons. Michel (Lucas van den Eynde) is the “good son,” always there for his mother, and offering advice even when it is not sought. Alexander (Jan van Loovern), who insists on being called Sid, has moved to Brussels and hasn’t seen his mother in five years. Sid is a would-be hip hop musician who has yet to score any kind of success. The sons quibble over their father’s valuable wine collection and part uneasily. While going through her husband’s effects, Claire discovers the old guitar she gave Sid when he was a young man. The guitar brings back memories of her own musical career as one of three singers in a group called The Sisters of Love. Inspired, Claire decides to revisit her old friends. Magda (Lea Couzin) lives in the shadow of her husband. Lutgard
Marilou Mermans in “Over the Hill Band” (Lut Tomsin) has remained in music, but she is a spinster church choir director. When Claire suggests the women reform the Sisters of Love they are skeptical. They are even more incredulous when Claire invites Sid to join the group. Sid agrees reluctantly on one condition: they must play his style of modern music, and learn some dance moves. Sid goes one step further and insists the group be re-christened as the band of the title. “Under the skin I’m still 17,” reasons Claire - Like many an American musical film, the story culminates with a battleof-the-bands, with the group as a very unlikely top contender. Unlike an A-merican film the battle outcome is not so predictable. Director Geoffrey Enthoven and writer-producer JeanClaude van Rijckeghem have created a film that is funny and entertaining and also touching, pertinent to our aging population, and even romantic, thanks to a side plot involving a “ladies man” (Michel Israel) in the band.
A confusing “Kaboom” - Sometimes I have to throw up my hands and admit I don’t get it. Such is the case with “Kaboom” by writer-director Gregg Araki. The press blurb calls it “Twin Peaks for the Coachella Generation, featuring a gorgeous young cast.” The last part is correct. The college-age boys and girls of this horror-comedy-mysterythriller are quite attractive and often in various states of undress and arousal. At the center of this ball of confusion is Smith (Thomas Dekker), an 18-year-old freshman at a seaside Southern California town. Smith hasn’t quite decided if he likes girls or boys, so he tries both. Conveniently he has a hunk surfer-dude roommate named Thor (Chris Zylka). Thor may be “dumb as a box of rocks,” but everybody wants him. Smith has a desultory fling with sexpot London (Juno Temple), but his best girlfriend is the artsy Stella (Haley Bennett). Smith has recurring nightmares about a murdered redhead (Nicole LaLiberte) and he is haunted by a father who may or may not be dead or alive and leader of a creepy cult.
Scene from “Kaboom” Then there is The Messiah (James Duval), but why is he called that I haven’t a clue. Call me clueless, but I think this movie stinks.
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...annual Boca Bacchanal
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Marcela Vieira and Joan Yanow prepare to Ramiro Ramirez and Susan Klein from Cucino serve New England clam chowder at the Legal Seafood booth Mio in Delray Beach
From left are Joe Higgins, Denise Barker, Robin Deyo and Emily McMillan, all from Staffing the Boca Raton Historical Society Boca Raton Booth are, from left, Robin Lorusso, Maryann Assad and Mary Ann Staudenmaier
From left are architect Derek Van Der Ploeg; Crowd at Boca Bacchanal filled the area in his wife, Lisa, and Troy McLellan, president and CEO of the Greater Boca Raton Chamber front of the Mizner Park Amphitheater. of Commerce
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WHAT BUSINESS ARE YOU IN? By Gerald Sherman
Sell yourself first or you’ll sell yourself last Don’t shortchange yourself. Be the best you can be and then don’t sell yourself short. To be the best you can be, take advantage of the opportunities that are available to you. Knowledge is one of the keys to success. Learn to be an expert or highly knowledgeable in your field. Be up on the new trends and technology related to your industry. To this end, attending trade shows and subscribing to trade papers can be productive. You can get a lot of recognition by joining and participating in groups associated with your industry. Verbal communications is another key because it has a lot to do with the impression you give to others. Good communication skills are an advantage in presenting yourself. In my experience as a Competent Toastmaster, I have found that the non-profit Toastmasters International provides business people
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with the tools that enable them to become effective communicators and leaders. Toastmasters training helps employees give better sales presentations, hone their management skills, work with fellow employees effectively, develop and present ideas, offer constructive criticism and accept criticism more objectively. It is an excellent resource for improving communication skills. Become involved in your community by sharing some of your expertise, know-ledge with people starting their own careers. Lecture at organizations that feature speakers. You can reach the younger generation by being a guest speaker on career days at high schools and colleges by exposing them to things in your industry that they might find appealing. Just as you would like to be known to your fellow professionals and
the community so do you want to be recognized by your clients. Don’t be afraid to promote yourself; toot your own horn and talk about your accomplishments. Without letting your ego take over, sell yourself. People who find new and innovative ways to keep their good names and good work in the minds of their clientele will reap the tremendous benefits that good will generates. Networking offers another opportunity to meet and form relationships with others who share similar interests, usually in the same geographic area. In a formal sense, networking groups consist of business people who agree to meet together, stay in touch regularly and offer each other support, advice, and business referrals. Informally, it is a group of people who create business relationships outside
the office through social interaction and community work. Opportunities can present themselves everywhere, providing you broaden your scope. Joining groups such as the local Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club and other well-known nonprofits will enhance your chances of offering your services to the community and getting yourself known. There is a saying among business professionals, “Sell yourself first or you’ll sell yourself last.” In other words, if you don’t show yourself in the best light, you can be sure there will be someone else that will take your place. Excerpts from the book, The Real World Guide to Fashion Selling & Management, Gerald J. Sherman & Sar S. Perlman, Fairchild Publications, Division of Conde Nast, (N.Y.).
Gerald J. Sherman, of Sherman & Perlman LLC., is a marketing and public relations consultant, sales coach and author who has written several books and articles on these subjects. jerry@ shermanperlman.com http://www.shermanperlman.com
BUSINESS BITS By Chris Catoggio • BOCA RATON - MDG Advertising swept 21 awards at the 2011 American Advertising Federation of Greater Fort Lauderdale’s ADDY Awards presentation. MDG won five gold and 16 silver advertising awards for eight clients in 13 categories. MDG Advertising has offices in Boca Raton and New York City. • BOCA RATON - Florida Atlantic University’s Adams Center for Entrepreneurship and the College of Business will host the final rounds of its 2011 Business Plan Competition April 14 and 15. More than 165 teams have registered, but only 16 will advance to the final round events. • TALLAHASSEE - Gunster, one of Florida’s oldest business law firms, has added three new members to its government affairs group: Charles Guyton, Adam B. Corey and Joanna Clary Bonfanti. Corey was previously the vice president of International Oil Trading Company in Boca Raton. • BOCA RATON - Businesses looking to access disaster relief and recovery resources for Japan can contact the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Business Civic Leadership Center’s National Disaster Help Desk for Business tollfree at 1-888-MY-BIZ-HELP (888-692-4943). The Help Desk is supported by the Office Depot Foundation - the charitable giving arm of Boca Raton-based Office Depot. • BOCA RATON - Jean Ankner, CEO of Bristol Properties International, welcomes Deborah Bacarella and a team of real estate agents, formerly with Florida Sunshine Real Estate, to Bristol Properties’ Boca Raton Office at 253 East Palmetto Park Road. A grand opening open house will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. • BOCA RATON - The brand new downtown Open Market is coming to Royal Palm Place at the Monument Piazza beginning Sunday, April 3. Shop downtown in your community and support local artists, crafters, independent designers, musicians, vintage and antique dealers, specialty food vendors and unique local businesses. • BOCA RATON - The West Boca Chamber of Commerce welcomed its newest member, Vitality Laser Spa, 9045 La Fontana Boulevard, Suite 102, at a ribbon cutting celebrating their grand opening.
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BOCA VIEW By Al Zucaro
Boca Raton, Delray Beach have long had ties to the global community Author’s note: It is with great horror, sadness and shock that we are witnessing the devastating effect of the earthquake and the tsunami that took place a couple of weeks ago in Japan. It is very difficult to comprehend the force that destroyed so many lives, properties and institutions in such a short time. I write on behalf of the WTCA Board and its members to convey our deepest sympathies in such a difficult and emotional period. Our thoughts and prayers are with the WTC Tokyo, its staff and their families and all the people of their beloved country. The people of Japan are very disciplined and proud. We are all at your disposal for any assistance and help you may need within and outside the WTCA family in this period. It is amazing how much there is to learn when one sets down the path of institutional and historical knowledge. The Boca Raton Historical Society recently conducted an evening’s activity featuring the history of Boca Raton. Arthur Abrams, teenage son of Commissioner and Mrs. Steven Abrams, presented a gripping story of the Yamato Colony and efforts to create a community of Japanese farmers converting land west of the city into pineapple plantations around the turn of the century, in 1904. As folklore would have it, young Japanese men were recruited to farm in the colony, an early immigration experience bringing seasonal agricultural workers to harvest crops and package them for worldwide distribution, an industry of great importance even today. Historically, the Yamato Co-
lony never grew to its potential. The Colony’s land was confiscated during World War II and converted into the Boca Raton Army Air Force Base, a precursor in the aviation and aerospace industries - industries of great significance in modern day economic development. Today, that land is Florida Atlantic University attracting foreign students from locations worldwide. Finally, the municipalities of Boca Raton and Delray Beach have since evolved together as an international destination of significance for the South Palm Beach County area. So what does this trip down memory lane have to do with international economic development? Well, dare I say a whole lot… Today, South County has become a significant international setting perched to take full advantage of its strategic geographic position in the hemisphere; the growth and expansion of international trade opportunities exiting Miami and the diverse quality of life experiences. Expressions dating back to the Yamato Colony can be found in a modern day experience. The Morikami Museum and Japanese Garden is a world-class destination for the culture and achievements of those early settlers. A sister city program features the international destinations of Miyazu, Japan and Moshi, Tanzania. Even the world of golf, a truly internationally renowned industry cluster, contributes with an annual Mayor’s Golf Tournament raising funds for sister city activities. High school students regularly travel to Japan for a living experience with families in Miyazu. These students immerse
themselves in the country’s language, culture, and history, supporting the notion that culture and education are indeed precursors to commerce and trade. Delray Beach’s case to be recognized as an international destination is evidenced in its 25 year effort at building a world class downtown. Today’s downtown is an economic generator attracting thousands upon thousands of foreign visitors yearly. Anecdotal evidence exists to demonstrate that international interests are attracted to the Boca Raton - Delray Beach area, from foreign destinations such as Brazil, Canada, Germany, and Spain. Florida’s new governor is on board with an aggressive international growth initiative that South County is perched to take full advantage. Governor Scott has opened discussions with economic development ministers in Japan, Canada, South America and Western Europe. Enterprise Florida states that Brazil is South Florida’s largest trading partner and the local Brazilian community ranks in the tens of thousands. The New York Times featured Delray Beach citing the city’s cosmopolitan appeal and sophisticated restaurant scene. Culinary delights can be found in Italian, Thai, Brazilian, Mexican, Creole, French, Cuban, Chinese, Japanese, Irish and British cuisines. Delray Beach completes South County as a significant destination for international business persons, diplomats and celebrities; and it complements the argument that South County is the epicenter of the western hemisphere, a story just now unfolding and soon to heralded around the globe.
West Boca Medial Center celebrates 25 years of community care BOCA RATON - West Boca Medical Center is celebrating 25 years of providing medical care to the local community. Over the years, officials said, the now 195-bed hospital has expanded and advanced to offer a full range of high quality health services for both adult and pediatric populations. In recognition of its anniversary, West Boca Medical Center will host a company picnic for employees on Saturday, March 26. “West Boca Medical Center has made tremendous strides over the years and celebrating the 25th year is very exciting,” said CEO Mitch Feldman. “It’s truly a time to thank employees for their hard work and service, as they have contributed greatly to advancing the hospital into the major medical center that it is today.” The employee picnic will offer employees food, games, music and live entertainment with the hospital’s first annual “West Boca Idol” singing competition. Employees will be able to sing their hearts out for a chance to win the “West Boca Idol” title and a special prize. In addition to the company picnic, West Boca Medical Center will be honoring its dedicated medical staff and group of volunteers with various activities to celebrate the hospital’s 25th year of service. “We want to let our physicians and loyal volunteers know how much we appreciate their commitment to West Boca Medical Center and its patients,” says Feldman. West Boca Medical Center, part of Tenet South Florida,
is a 195-bed acute care hospital located at 21644 State Road 7 in Boca Raton, Florida. The medical center offers a broad array of services, including general medical and surgical care, orthopedics and sports medicine, a robotic surgery program with minimally invasive surgery for gynecological, urological and general surgical procedures, a state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging center featuring open MRI and digital mammography, car-
diac and surgical intensive care, outpatient surgery services, 24-hour emergency services for adults and children, diabetes education, a cystic fibrosis program for adults and children, outpatient rehabilitation services and a specialized sleep diagnostic center with a dedicated lab for infants and pediatrics as well as adults. The hospital also offers several specialties, including a level III neonatal intensive care unit, the BirthCare Pavilion, a pediatric unit and a pediatric intensive care unit.
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Culture There is a subtle, almost undetectable force which is as unobtrusive as the air we breath, that forms and shapes us into who we are. It is almost as profound as gravity yet as obvious as the blue sky and it is what we call culture. Culture is the atmosphere in which we are immersed and consequently we are rarely conscious of it. It is something akin to asking a fish what it thinks about water, or a bird about the air. Do you think about why you drive on the right-hand side of the road instead of on the left as people of other countries do? Have we even stopped to think about why we wear pants and a shirt instead of a kurta and dhoti as traditional men in India wear. Culture is the common things that we all share, those daily norms, the humor, the acceptable and unacceptable behaviors, the politics and most of all the slants that we take on almost everything. It is reflected in what we wear, the way we think, how we behave and even what we think is “cool, neat or in.” What is culture? Culture is the way of life of a group of people--the behaviors, beliefs, values and symbols that they accept, generally without thinking about them, and that are passed along by communication and imitation from one person and one generation to the next. Clearly, there are different cultures within different groups of humanity and these differences can be a source of diversity and strength or prejudice and contention. Culture is often intertwined with strong feelings of right and wrong which will be passionately defended, even if
poorly articulated. The question is not whether culture is a profound force or not; the question is how do I respond to it? Culture, like tradition can be good or bad; beneficial or detrimental. Paul writes in Romans 12:1-2... “Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” We are to observe and analyze culture and make decisions regarding our proper actions and reactions within it. Harry Blamires writes: “No thoughtful Christian can contemplate and analyze the tensions all about us in both public and private life without sensing the eternal momentousness of the current struggle for the human mind between Christian teaching and materialistic secularism.”(Harry Blamires, Recovering the Christian Mind (Downers Grove, Ill.: InterVarsity, 1988, 10). Every individual is to join the struggle. But in order to struggle meaningfully and with some hope of influencing our culture, we must be informed and thoughtful citizens. Church history demonstrates that one of the constant struggles of Christianity, both individually and corporately, is with culture. Where should we stand? Inside the culture? Outside? Ignore it? Isolate ourselves from it? Should we try to transform it? The theologian Richard Niebuhr provided a classic study concerning these questions in his book Christ and Culture. Briefly, he suggests that there are only five views concerning our response to culture:
1.“Christ Against Culture”total separation, and hostility toward culture. 2.“Christ of Culture”-bring culture and Christianity together. 3.“Christ Above Culture”-correlate the fundamental questions of the culture with the answer of Christian revelation. 4. “Christ and Culture in Paradox”-the Christian belongs “to two realms (the spiritual and temporal) and must live in the tension of fulfilling responsibilities to both.” 5. “Christ the Transformer of Culture” -convert the values and goals of secular culture into the service of the kingdom of God.” As citizens of this great nation, we should be actively involved in the transformation of culture. As the social critic Herbert Schlossberg says, “The ‘salt’ of people changed by the gospel must change the world.”(Herbert Schlossberg, Idols for Destruction (Nashville, Tenn.: Thomas Nelson, 1983, 324.) If we are to be transformers, we must also be “discerners.” We are to apply “the faculty of discerning; discrimination; acuteness of judgment and understanding.”(The Random House Dictionary of the English Language, s.v. “discernment.”) In order to transform the culture, we must continually recognize what is in need of transformation and what is not. This is a difficult assignment. As the theologian John Baille has said, “In proportion as a society relaxes its hold upon the eternal, it ensures the corruption of the temporal.”(John Baille, What is Christian Civilization? London: Oxford, 1945, 59.)
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DIVORCE FLORIDA STYLE By Mike Gora
Hanging by our thumbs On deadline once again. On the Iphone and waiting for my burger at DaDa’s. Thinking about a speech heard at lunch made by Florida Bar President Maryanne Downs, Orlando lawyer, single mom, and making her point. In the year 2000 Florida was ranked fifth in the United States in the number of trial court judges per citizen. Ten years later, we are all hanging by our thumbs when it comes to having our various rights adjudicated by our courts. “Now Florida is ranked forty-fifth among the states in judges per capita,” she says, “ because the legislature blindly believes that it has more important places to put our tax dollars.” Each year, the Florida Supreme Court certifies the need for new judges in each circuit, and Palm Beach County’s certified need for new judges has been rejected by the Florida Legislature for two years. Send your state rep or senator an e-mail. Divorce cases now hang around for one to two years without a trial date. Ask for a trial date today and you might get one in December or January. Not so bad for lawyers, as the longer a di-
vorce case hangs around, the more fees are generated, but hell extended for men, women and children. The real estate market and banking industry tied up in knots because the judicial system is not capable of processing the thousands of mortgage foreclosures because of the lack of judges. Personal injury cases face the same crises, forcing plaintiffs and defendants to hang by their thumbs in cases that can’t be settled, or forcing cheap settlements. The longer personal injury cases hang around, the more money the insurance companies have tied up in reserve funds, lowering their profits and raising prices for all of us. It goes on. Landlords lose rent, businesses cannot collect legitimate debts and hundreds of other types of cases languish. Palm Beach County Circuit Court Clerk Sharon Bock gets squeezed to the point where she considers closing down a regional courthouse to make ends meet, which would mean that in Palm Beach County, larger than the state of Rhode Island, citizens would have to spend a lot more money and time on gas and lost wages to get to a courthouse or send their
lawyers to a courthouse. The Clerk’s staff has been cut to the point where the typical wait time to get to the window to file papers with an assistant clerk has gone from 15 minutes to two to three hours, increasing the cost of litigation for all of us, as runners, process servers and lawyers cool their heels and bill time while reading their Kindles in court clerks’ waiting rooms. The truth is that the legal system can support itself if the legislator keeps its hand off the money generated by the legal system. The filing fees, penalties, fines, and recording fees can pay for all of the judges and other service required. The legislature treats this income as its own and spends it elsewhere. To put it in perspective the legal system can be run with no tax dollars if the legislature would allow. The income could be put into a trust fund earmarked for the legal system. The key word is “trust”. Of course, the Florida legislature has made a habit of invading any “trust” fund that it ever approved. “Justice delayed is justice denied,” but justice delayed costs us all a lot more money. Where is that damn burger?
Michael H. Gora has been certified by the Board of Specialization of The Florida Bar as a specialist in family and matrimonial law.
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By Carter Helschien
So What’s the Deal with Texting? 3,339. That’s the number Nielsen reported in October 2010 for the average number of texts a teenager sends per month. A phenomenon that has left many parents questioning why it is such an obsession with teens, texting has defined a generation. As brilliant minds of the parent community congregate to attempt to identify the reason texting is the preferred form of communication for teens, the phenomenon grows. Some parents speculate that teens must enjoy typ-
ing more on their phones. Other parents speculate that teens enjoy reading more and thus would rather read responses than hear responses. Take it from a teen, however, that all of these responses are wrong. In reality, teens choose to text more and more for one simple reason: convenience. One of the main reasons teens like me today love texting is the fact that it provides plenty of time to think about appropriate responses. Teenagers today
are as concerned as ever about how to fit-in with the cool crowd, and so it is a teenager’s main concern when carrying a conversation with another friend that he or she does not say anything embarrassing, weird, or “un-cool.” For example, let’s say a boy, we’ll call him Johnny, is trying to have a conversation with a girl he likes, named Sally. Scenario one is Johnny is talking to Sally over the phone. Sally says she thinks Johnny is very nice Continued on page 24
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Continued from page 23 and funny; Johnny, upon hearing this, is unsure what to do. On one hand Johnny likes Sally very much and would love to tell her he likes her, but on the other hand he is not sure if she is just generally being nice and does not actually have the same feelings for him. Not wanting to take a risk and embarrass himself, Johnny loses his courage and awkwardly says nothing while he tries to think what to say. Sally, having gone out on a limb to be nice, realizes that there is a pregnant pause in the conversation and decides Johnny must not like her. Sally and Johnny say goodbye, both disappointed and embarrassed. Scenario two is Johnny and Sally are texting each other. During the conversation Sally says the same nice comments. Reacting the same as in the first scenario, Johnny is unsure what to say, but he knows he has plenty of time as Sally will not know whether or not
he was busing doing something else and had not had time yet to read the text. With the pressure off and being less nervous to go out on a limb (worst case scenario he could always blame it on his annoying brother stealing his phone and jokingly sending a text message), Johnny admits his true feelings for Sally. Fortunately, Sally is relieved to hear that Johnny feels the same way and the two become girlfriend and boyfriend. As the above example shows, having a conversation by texting is appealing to teenagers as it is more convenient due to the impersonal nature of texting. Consequently, questions that a teenager might be afraid to ask in person or on a cell phone are easy to ask in a text message. The impersonality of text messaging is not the only reason teenagers enjoy texting over talking in person or on the phone, however. Specifically, the fact that
text messaging is so quick and instantaneous allows teens to hold multiple conversations with multiple friends at the same time. For example, a typical teenager might be holding a conversation through text with five or six different people at once, texting person A, then person B, then person C, back to person A, and so on. As a result, texting provides an ideal solution to have conversations for the ninety-percent of teens who just don’t have enough patience to sit down and devote their time to one telephone conversation, while they could be having five or six conversations by texting. Lastly, however, teenagers also find texting convenient due to the fact that they can talk to friends in places it might be awkward or inappropriate to have a conversation on the phone. For example, going back to the earlier example, if Johnny wants to talk to Sally, but he is in the car with his parents and brother and does not want to talk to her in front of them, he can simply text Sally. Through texting, Johnny can have a private conversation with Sally without having to worry about anyone eavesdropping on what they say. So if you are ever worried that your teen is texting too much, or that he or she must not have many friends because you never hear him or her talking on the phone, fear not. For if your teen has a cell phone, you can bet your life savings that he or she texts regularly to various friends. Hopefully, after reading this, parents will realize just how convenient and efficient texting can be for teenagers; for in reality, texting is not simply just another feature on a cell phone, but a way of life.
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Nico is personable and outgoing. Want to adopt him? Nico is a 2-year-old, neutered male, domestic shorthair cat. He is a very personable and outgoing guy who loves to discuss politics and flirt with the ladies. Nico is a playful, wellmannered gentleman who is also declawed. His adoption fee has been waived as part of Animal Care and Control’s adoption promotion, “If I’m Close to Three, I’m Free!” Please reference animal ID#1563226. Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control has many wonderful furry com-
panions waiting to share a lifetime of love with you and your family. Visit the shelter located at 7100 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach, about five miles west of I-95, and immediately west of the Florida Turnpike overpass. All animals are adopted to qualified applicants on a first-come-first-served basis. Adoption fees are $58 for adult dogs, $67 for puppies, and $54 for cats and kittens. Palm Beach County residents 55 years and older are offered an adoption dis-
count fee. Adopted dogs and cats come with a health care certificate, which must be used within seven days of the adoption release date or is no longer valid. The certificate offers a free exam for your pet from one of the local participating veterinarians in the program and includes health care if the animal becomes sick with a shelter related illness within the first seven days of the adoption. If you have questions, contact the Adoption Office at (561) 233-1272 during
business hours. If you live in the Boca/Delray area, call, 276-1344 ext. 41272. Business hours are: M-F, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Palm Beach County Hosts Tournament for one of the Fastest Growing Sports WEST PALM BEACH The Palm Beach County Sports Commission has worked in partnership with Aloha Tournaments, Inc to secure a major lacrosse tournament for Palm Beach County. Aloha Tournaments has joined forces with Cottle Lacrosse, HoganLax, Premier Players and the Florida Possums Lacrosse Club to present the inaugural Big Kahuna Lacrosse Tournament. The inaugural Big Kahuna Lacrosse Tournament will be taking place at Village Park in Wellington on December 10-11, 2011. According to the National Governing Body, US Lacrosse, Lacrosse is one of the fastest growing team sports in the United States. Youth participation in the sport has grown over 138% since 2001 to nearly 300,000. No sport has grown faster at the high school level over the last 10 years and there are now an estimated 228,000 high
school players. Lacrosse is also the fastest-growing sport over the last six years at the NCAA level with 557 college teams in 2009. The Big Kahuna Lacrosse event is expected to attract
more than 40 traveling teams. Collectively, over 600 athletes are expected, in addition to coaches and spectators. The two-day tournament is anticipated to generate over 700 hotel room nights with an estimated economic impact of over $245,000. This will be a great opportunity for hotels to see a pick-up in hotel room nights in addition to promoting an extended stay for families traveling with players looking for a vacation experience. The event will showcase
boy’s middle school and high school aged teams from across the country. Divisions include U11, U13A, U13B, U15A, U15B, High School A and High School B. Each team will be scheduled for five games, three on Saturday and two on Sunday. There will also be an opportunity to showcase high school players to college coaches in competitive situations. Tournament officials will educate the participating players on the recruiting process by collegiate coaches. The City of Wellington is also a major partner in this endeavor. Village Park will serve as the host venue and provide access to at least eight multipurpose fields. This is an opportunity for the Palm Beach County Sports Commission to highlight one of the area’s premier facilities and for Palm Beach County to build its resume of hosting lacrosse events, strengthening its relationship with the lacrosse community.
By: Matt Pineda With the recent injury to Mario Chalmers, Erik Spoelstra has said that Eddie House will now be the backup point guard. Chalmers injured his knee in Saturday’s win over the Nuggets. He is expected to miss about two weeks. Over the next three weeks the HEAT play nine games, with only two against current playoff teams (Rockets and Sixers). The HEAT won’t be too hurt with the immediate absence of Chalmers, but in the long run, it may be detrimental. It took Chalmers significant time from his preseason injury to regain his form and rhythm. He rode the bench and got clean-up minutes for a long time before making his way back into the rotation. That could hurt Miami as the playoffs are about a month
away, they will need Chalmers at full speed and able to contribute. But in the meantime, Mike Bibby will be the starting point guard. It will be the third change of point guard this year for the HEAT, and we’re not sure Bibby will give the role up. He has played better and better as time has gone on. He has started to finish games when he plays well, and now he is going to be forced to play the big minutes at the point. Behind him lies his brother-in-law, Eddie House. When Bibby was signed, House’s minutes disappeared. But now, with Chalmers hurt, it seems Spoelstra will use House to back-up Bibby. House won’t get the offense assignment of setting up the offense, either Wade, James, or Mike Miller will be able to do that when House is in there. What
House does offer is the ability to stretch the floor, and be a pesky defender. He isn’t a great defender, but he never lacks hustle. House has stayed ready throughout the season waiting for his number to be called. He has gone through stretches of not playing at all for long periods of time, and able to come in and contribute, and that’s what the HEAT will need from him now. Miami simply asks that House be able to be a part of the defensive system, and hit the shots that come his way. Eddie is a streaky shooter, so when he isn’t hitting, it can be really bad, and he isn’t much help on the floor when he doesn’t hit. He doesn’t drive to the basket much, and he doesn’t run the pick and role. He is a great shooter off down screens and open kick-outs. But when House is hitting, he is lights out, and able to put up double digit quarters as everyone else does. So we ask that Eddie stays ready and able to come in and contribute as a backup. He is a proven clutch performer. This is what we signed him to, to be a situational player able to come in when his number is called. And oh yeah, hit a big shot every once in a while.
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FAU Head Coach Mike Jarvis Named Core Golf Workout For A Power Golf Swing and go to the other side. gym. No fancy equipment. By: Mike Pederson NABC District Coach of the Year How simple was that? Try it Just a can of soup, or even a BOCA RATON, FL - Florida Atlantic head men’s basketball coach Mike Jarvis was named District 24 Coach of the Year by the National Association of Basketball Coaches, the organization announced Tuesday. Jarvis’ Owls tied school records for most wins in a season (21) and longest winning streak (eight). FAU also won its first regular season title and participated in postseason play for just the second time in school history by playing in the NIT. District 24, which is comprised of the Sun Belt member institutions honored players Raymond Taylor (first team) and Brett Royster (third team) by naming them to the AllDistrict Team. Jarvis is now eligible for the NABC National Coach of the Year Award, which will be handed out as part of the Final Four.
Another busy week for fourth-ranked Men’s Tennis By Steve Kramer BOCA RATON - Lynn University’s fourth-ranked men’s tennis team has three matches scheduled this week after matches on threestraight days last weekend. A match at Sunshine State Conference rival Saint Leo starts the week on Tuesday before the Fighting Knights host No. 16 Ouachita Baptist and sixth-ranked Rollins on Friday and Saturday. Willi Wolfer and Luca Pavanelli had a perfect week for the Fighting Knights who went 2-1 with wins over Florida Tech and Puerto Rico-Mayaguez. Wolfer has been impressive all season, going 11-1 in the first position and has teamed with Pavanelli to go undefeated in doubles. Freshman Vlad Cirla is having a remarkable freshman season, posting a 10-2 record
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from the second spot. First on the agenda for Lynn is Saint Leo (12-5) in a makeup match from February 5. The Lions are coming off a 9-0 loss at Barry last weekend. Top singles player Matt Nicholson-Lewis is 9-6 from the top position while Victor Lozier has gone 12-2 in the second slot. Aloua Adjenak rounds out the top of the lineup for the 12-5 Lions. OBU (6-4) has a busy week prior to facing the Blue & White with away matches against Florida Southern, Rollins and Barry. In their most recent match, the Tigers dropped a 7-2 decision at West Florida, getting wins at No. 3 singles and doubles. Ouachita Baptist does have a pair of nationally-ranked singles players with Till Heilshom at 28 and 54th-ranked Tobias Kuhlmann but both fell in
the top two spots against the Argos. The duo also combines as the 16th-ranked doubles team in the country. The Tars will pose a tough test for the Fighting Knights with Jeff Morris and Neil Clausen forming a formidable 1-2 punch. Morris is ranked fifth in the nation, and when he teams with Clausen, they make up the fourth-ranked doubles tandem in the NCAA. Rollins enters the week at 9-5 overall and 2-0 in the SSC with 8-1 victories over Florida Tech and Eckerd. The match against the Lions is set for 3 pm while the Tigers come to Boca for a 10 am start on Friday. Saturday’s clash with the Tars is set for 2 pm. Fans can get all of their Lynn men’s tennis information by logging onto www.LynnFightingKnights.com.
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There is a lot of confusion with golfers on what to focus on when trying to improve power in the golf swing. Your power comes from your core. Just like in any other sport, your core is the engine to the swing. Participating in a core golf workout for more power in your golf swing does not take fancy equipment or for that matter a lot of time. Getting creative with what you have laying around your house or even your office will do just fine. A good example is at your office. You’re sitting in your chair in front of your computer and your back gets stiff. Don’t just let it get stiffer, do a rotational stretch right there on the spot in your chair. Reach around the back of your chair with one hand, and leverage the other hand against your thighs to rotate as far as you can. Hold it for 10 seconds
right now as you’re reading this article! That would be considered one exercise for your core golf workout that will improve your power golf swing. Do this several times a day, and try to rotate farther each time you do it. You’ll notice you can go much farther the more you do it. How about a strength exercise for your core? Get creative. Grab anything you have in your home or office that you can hold in your hands. While sitting or standing, extend your arms straight out in front of you and while looking straight ahead, rotate with your arms as far as you can to the right holding this object. Now rotate to the left. Do this a total of 20 times. You’ll notice you will be able to rotate farther and farther after each rotation! How hard was that? No
half gallon of milk. If you’ve got some hand weights gathering dust, that’s even better. Try to increase your weight as time goes on. Hopefully you’re getting the idea of what a core golf workout is that will improve your power golf swing quickly. As a golfer, always pay attention to the physical requirements of the golf swing. What position your body is in. What movement your body goes through. And at what rate of speed. When you approach your golf exercise and golf stretching program with this mindset you’re on your way to a power golf swing that will be the envy of your foursome. You won’t have to wonder what is a core golf workout for a power golf swing. Article Source: http://www. golfarticles.net
Lynn Men’s Golf closing in at Bobcat invite
By Chad Beattie
Eatonton, Ga. - With three golfers in the top-15, Lynn University’s men’s golf team sits one shot back of North Alabama for the lead at the Bobcat Invitational. Paul McPhee, Pepito Joia and Ricardo Gouveia are all within a shot of each other as the Fighting Knights look for their fifth tournament victory of the season. Despite participating in three tournaments, McPhee is making his debut playing in the starting five. And what a debut he is having, firing a 71-70 to tie for seventh out of the 90-man
field. Joia and Gouveia have rebounded from their worst outing to post scores of 142 and 143 to tie for 11th and 15th, respectively. Daniel Young is fourth following solid scores of 73 and 72 while David Rose had the low round of the day for LU with a 69 but opened the day with an 81 for a 150 36-hole total. Held at the par-70, 6,730yard Golf Club at Cuscowilla course, UNA leads the field by one, carding rounds of 282 and 285 for a sevenover 567. No. 8 Barry University and No. 5 Lynn University are second at eight-over par, Barry post-
ing rounds of 286 and 282, and the Fighting Knights 287 and 281. No.15 Armstrong Atlantic stands fourth at 11-over par, with host GC, No. 4 University of West Florida and No. 19 Nova Southeastern University rounding out the top five in a tie at 12-over par. Paired with the Lions and Buccaneers, Lynn begins final round play at 9:50 a.m.
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By: Matt Bluestein
Who is this new Chris Bosh? What happened to the soft Chris Bosh who was afraid to play physical in the paint? What happened to the Chris Bosh who used to constantly settle for outside shots? Lately, the ineffective and listless version of Chris Bosh has been MIA. The new and improved Chris Bosh has looked highly motivated and inspired on the court. This version of CB has attacked the rim with a vengeance and he has not shied away from contact in the post. Chris Bosh has been on a mission to prove his critics wrong. Based on his recent performances, he is showing HEAT fans why he is a very important piece to the puzzle. Maybe talent wise, he is the third best player on the team, but that doesn’t mean he is necessarily the third option on this HEAT team. Interestingly, the HEAT is 8-0 when the self-proclaimed King ends up being the team’s third leading scorer. That means Miami has had extraordinary success with Dwyane Wade as the primary option and with Chris Bosh as the team’s second option in its offensive system. Therefore maybe, just maybe; the HEAT is actually better off when LeBron James is the third option. This is absolutely no knock on LeBron’s importance and value to the HEAT. There is no way the HEAT can win a championship without LeBron James. However, each superstar
made a commitment to make the necessary amount of sacrifices in order to achieve the ultimate goal which is to be hoisting the Larry O’Brien trophy in June. Sacrifice is a very important quality and component for any team seeking a championship. You must be willing to be unselfish. It is not about personal stats, achieving individual awards or about satisfying your ego. The HEAT must continue to keep their eyes on the prize. Players must be willing to redefine their roles if that’s what’s best for the team. All of a sudden, Chris Bosh has been finishing in the paint, rebounding and getting to the free-throw line. Previously, he was playing like a one dimensional offensive player. Now he is proving to other teams that he can beat them in many different ways. His newfound aggressiveness has even resulted in him shooting the ball more confidently when he gets a wide open look from the perimeter. Against San Antonio, Bosh played with fire, emotion and determination finishing a remarkable night with 30 points and 12 rebounds. Against the two time defending champion LA Lakers, Bosh conducted an offensive clinic. He absolutely schooled Lakers All Star Power Forward Pau Gasol. He was able to post up against him and he was able to successfully take Gasol off the dribble.
The turning point occurred in a postgame Press Conference after the HEAT’s mind boggling loss to Portland. All of a sudden, Chris Bosh loudly declared that he wanted more touches inside. Sure he contradicted his earlier claim in October when he declared that he did not like banging inside against bigger defenders. The bottom-line is you can’t get mad at a guy for wanting the basketball. Winners want the ball when the game is on the line. Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade are two guys who aren’t scared of the pressure and they are not afraid of taking the blame if their team is not able to ultimately get the job done. The question is will Chris Bosh continue to play with a chip on his shoulder? Or will he decide that it’s time to chill again? Only time will tell. Hopefully the new and improved Chris Bosh is here to stay.
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Introducing the new and improved Chris Bosh
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Palm Beach County Hosts Introducing Tournament for one of the the new and Fastest Growing Sports improved Chris Bosh See page 28
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FAU Head Coach Mike Jarvis Lynn Men’s Golf closing Named District Coach of the Year in at Bobcat invite See page 29
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