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Mayor Whelchel puts job creation, economic recovery on front burner in re-election bid By Dale M. King
Matt Marshak
STEVE “superman” Ohrnstein
BOCA RATON - Susan Whelchel has spent the better part of two decades -16 years to be exact - in political service. She has been both a Boca Raton City Council member, head of the Community Redevelopment Agency, a School Board member and mayor for the past three
Mayoral challenger Gruneisen cites “many unheard voices” in Boca Raton
years. Whelchel wants to be mayor again. She hopes to be re-elected to her second and final term in the big chair in the March 8 election. Term limits would prevent her from running again. She is being challenged by political newcomer Linda Spurling Gruneisen for the job that pays $9,000 a year.
By Donovan Ortega
BOCA RATON - The seat of Boca Raton mayor will be up for grabs March 8. Incumbent mayor, Susan Whelchel, has a challenger - Linda Spurling Gruneisen. This will be Boca Raton’s first contested election since 2005 when Rev. Mark Boykin challenged incumbent Steven
Abrams. Abrams won that election in a landslide. Since that time, the seat for mayor has been held and turned over without contention. It appeared Whelchel might retain her seat this year without a fight. That is, until Gruneisen applied for candidacy just six hours before the deadline for potential candidates.
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By Paul Paquet Tuva is a region of southern Siberia best known for its throat singing. A Russian band called YatKha specializes in an especially deep form of it, one that sounds more like Buddhist chanting. And they have taken to recording rock songs in their own rather odd style - songs like “In-A-GaddaDa-Vida” by Iron Butterfly; “Love Will Tear Us Apart” by Joy Division; and “Exodus” by Bob Marley. The effect is ... weird, to say the least. In 1900, only two African countries were independent. Which ones? A) Egypt and South Africa B) Ethiopia and Egypt C) Liberia and Ethiopia D) South Africa and Ethiopia Previous answer: Ed Harris has played Jackson Pollock and John Glenn INDEX Briefs Page 02 Municipal News
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BURGLARY TO RESIDENCE 02/25/2011 16:36 NE 4TH AVENUE The victim advised sometime between 1500 hours on 02/23/11 and 0100 hours on 02/25/11 unknown suspect(s) smashed out the north facing master bedroom window of the house on NE 4th Avenue. The master bedroom was ransacked but nothing appeared to be missing. BURGLARY/ THEFT FROM AUTO 02/26/2011 10:04 NORTH DIXIE HIGHWAY Female victim advised that someone removed her $400 orange Fendi purse from the passenger side seat when she went inside the gas station to pay for fuel. Inside the purse was approximately $1000 in checks and cash that has been collected for the PAP cancer organization. Also taken were a Sprint cell phone valued at $200 and the victim’s identification. No suspects or video and crime scene processed with negative results. VEHICLE THEFT AUTO 02/26/2011 8:27 SPANISH RIVER ROAD Stolen vehicle 1996 white BMW 2dr convertible Florida tag ICX-272. Vehicle left unlocked, taken from residence driveway. FORGERY 02/25/2011 21:05 1400 W GLADES ROAD A woman was observed trying to use a fake $20 bill at Jamba Juice and later at Starbucks inside of Barnes & Noble.
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By Dale King BOCA RATON - Brett Loewenstern, the redhaired, clear-voiced 16year old from Spanish River High School, has won a spot in the top 24 finalists on this year’s edition of “American Idol” Twelve young men and 12 young women were selected during a two-hour pre-taped show broadcast a week ago. The 12 men performing live for the first time Tuesday night. Brett sang The Doors’ song, “Light My Fire.” Loewenstern, a junior at Spanish River High School, was named an American Idol contestant in New Orleans during the first week of auditions for
the new season of American Idol 2011 - the show’s 10th season and first without acerbic judge Simon C o w e l l . Brett ended the show with a brilliant rendition of “Bohemian Rhapsody” that stunned new judges Tyler and Lopez. The Boca contestant said he wants to send a message to the country and the world to stop bullying and treat each others with kindness. He uses his voice and musical talent to do so. The show had focused on Loewenstern’s problems with bullies at school, as well as the products he uses to manage the abundance of red, curly hair on his head. “We are all extremely proud of Brett and wish him continued success,” said Susan Atherley, principal at Spanish River High School.
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Boca Police report teen robbed by two suspects Laundry room fire forces hotel guests to on bicycles evacuate BOCA RATON - Boca Raton police are investigating the report of a robbery that occurred in the area of NE 15th Terrace just before 11 p.m. on February 20. The 17 year old victim told officers he was riding his bicycle home from work and had just entered NE 15th Terrace from Dixie Highway when he saw two males standing by bicycles on the north side of the road, said police spokeswoman Sandra Boonenberg. As the victim passed them, she said, one suspect grab-bed his shirt, causing the victim to fall off his bicycle. After he fell, the suspect put the victim in a headlock and forcibly took his debit card and $200 cash from his pocket and the cell phone he was carrying in his hand. One suspect said to the other, “Stick him with the knife.” But the victim never actually saw a knife. The victim was able to break free and run down the street to his house. The suspects fled on their bicycles north on Dixie Highway. The victim sustained minor injuries but he refused medical attention, Boonenberg said. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Detective Jeff Clare at (561) 338-1246 or Palm Beach County Crime Stoppers at (800) 458-TIPS.
BOCA RATON - Guests at the Hilton Garden Hotel Inn at 8211 Congress Ave. had to evacuate just before midnight Feb.24 when fire broke out in the laundry room, fire officials said. Crews responded to a 911 call about 11:30 p.m. Dispatchers were notified that an employee was attempting to put out a fire which was located in a commercial dryer at the hotel. Upon arrival fire crews noticed heavy smoke on the first floor as they located the fire. The automatic fire sprinkler system contained the fire until firefighters extinguished it. Crews used high powered fans to remove smoke on the first and second floors. The 250 hotel guests that were evacuated were not able to return to their rooms for about an hour. No injuries were reported and the hotel remains open for business. Fire officials estimated the damage at about $10,000. The cause remains under investigation.
Boca Council adopts resolution urging governor not to repeal pill mill monitoring law Scott recently affirmed is a statewide solution. I’m
BOCA RATON - The Boca Raton City Council has adopted a resolution urging Gov. Rick Scott not to repeal a system that monitors so-called “pill mills” that allow people to purchase prescription drugs at multiple locations. “We have a very serious problem,” said Councilman Mike Mullaugh, who proposed the resolution. Unrestricted sale of prescription drugs has led to overdose deaths and other complications of drug abuse. The council has already proposed ordinances to limit the distribution of drugs at clinics, but these were held back, anticipating the creation of a statewide monitoring database, said City Attorney Diana GrubFreiser.
his opposition to a statewide computer database that would track prescriptions of Vicodin, Percocet and other dangerous narco-tics. “I don’t support the database. I believe it’s an invasion of privacy,” he said in a quote from the Miami Herald. Mullaugh said he was looking for “a consensus” from the council when he proposed the resolution. And his colleagues generally agreed. “I don’t have a problem with the resolution,” said Mayor Susan Whelchel. “I don’t feel it will go far enough.” Until Gov. Scott decides, she said, “We are in a hold pattern.” She said if Florida state government doesn’t act to keep the pill monitoring system, it could fall to municipalities. Deputy Mayor Susan Haynie reiterated the city attorney when she stated, “The best solution
disappointed the governor is withdrawing the registration.” “This resolution just states our position,” said the mayor. “We want legislators to know what we think – we want them to know it loud and clear.” City Manager Leif Ahnell said the city has been strictly enforcing zoning regulations for those looking to open pain clinics, which has limited new pill mills coming into the city. The city manager said Boca has also been “tracking what other cities are doing.” He warned that the doctors dispensing unlimited supplies of pills “are smart, innovative people. If they stop dispensing at their office, they can open a pharmacy next door.” “If Florida would simply get on the bandwagon and do it,” Mullaugh added, “we would come a long way in trying to solve the problem.”
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Boca GOP party president receives ‘Jean Pipes’ award from the Palm Beach County Republican Party WEST PALM BEACH - Margi Helschien, vice chair of the Palm Beach County and president of the Boca Raton Republican Club and member of the Republican Executive Committee of Palm Beach County, has won the prestigious “Jean Pipes” Award for 2011. More than 600 people attended the Palm Beach County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner at the Kravis Center February 25 where Newt Gingrich - a possible 2012 presidential candidate - addressed the audience.
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EDITORIAL By Dale King
Taking some ‘Steps in Time’ with Tommy Tune My wife and I just enjoyed one of the best musical shows we’ve ever seen- live at Lynn University. We received an invitation from our good friends, Ben and Rosemary Krieger, to join them for a performance of “Steps in Time” featuring Tommy Tune. I had a vague recollection of Tommy Tune, probably going back to the 1960s. My wife said she had never heard of him. It seemed strange we hadn’t crossed paths since we discovered he has been a singer, dancer, choreographer and show producer for 50 years. Fifty years! When he came onto the stage, this 6-foot-6, rail-thin Texan looked about 40. (He actually turned 72 on Feb. 28) But what a show! Great music. Great dancing. Great accompaniment from the Manhattan Rhythm Kings, backing up Mr. Tune. And as it turns out, that’s his real name, Thomas Tune, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Tune of Houston, TX. The show was called “Steps in Time - A Broadway Biography in Song and Dance.” Between songs and dances, Tommy told about his
life - how he made it from Texas to Broadway, and eventually earned the spotlight in a show c a l l e d “Seesaw,” for which he won the first of nine Tony Awards. As we were leaving the Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center at Lynn, my wife and I couldn’t figure how we had missed hearing of Tommy Tune. We have long been fans of theater arts and have been to many shows here and up north. But Tommy Tune hasn’t missed many people along the way. He talked of meeting some of the greats - Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly among them. Tune said he got the best advice ever from Gene Kelly, who simply admonished him to “dance better.” What Fred Astaire said to him in his dressing room after a show is not something I can print here.
The long, tall Texan also recalled dancing with an 11-yearold Drew Barrymore some years back. I can’t say enough about the show, and can’t thank the Kriegers enough for inviting us. Tune came to town as part of the Libby Dodson “Live at Lynn” series. Some of the upcoming shows in that series are: • Ballroom with a Twist, March 12-13, a program choreographed by Louis van Amstel from “Dancing with the Stars.” • “In My Own Little Corner,” April 2-3, featuring actress Lesley Ann Warren. • A performance by the Dave Osborne Trio April 12. For more information about the series, contact the producer, famed Boca personality Jan McArt, at 561-
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237-7338. Coming to Caldwell We’ve also got some news about the 2011-2012 season at the Caldwell Theatre at 7901 North Federal Highway in Boca Raton. We can say that three plays are definite for the coming year. One of them - perhaps the best known - is City of Angels, written by Cy Coleman with lyrics by David Zippel. It is based on a book by Larry Gelbart, who was one of the geniuses behind the TV show, M*A*S*H. It will play Feb. 26 to April 1, 2012. Also coming up is After the Revolution by Amy Herzog, Oct.16 through Nov. 20, and Our Lady of Allapattah by Christopher Demos Brown, April 15 to May 20, 2012. The January 8-Feb. 12 spot is “to be announced.” The folks at Caldwell are eying a number of productions that will “combine entertainment with thoughtful provocation.” By the way, don’t forget to read Skip Sheffield’s review of Caldwell’s latest offering, “Next Fall,” elsewhere in this edition.
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THOUGHTS FROM THE PUBLISHER By Douglas Heizer
It’s your right and duty to cast ballots in all elections Normally, the last days before an election are filled with activity, with fliers in the mail, phones ringing off the hook, banners flying, emails sizzling and signs dotting the countryside. We haven’t seen a whole lot of it lately. There is only one contested office – that of mayor – with incumbent Susan Whelchel and Linda Spurling Gruneisen running. Ironically, there were only two candidate forums this year, and both were held the same day – March 1. One was sponsored by the Federation of Boca Raton Homeowners Associations, the other by the League of Women Voters. We attended the latter, but didn’t see a lot of fireworks. Ditto for the Federation session. This couldn’t happen in my home country of Brazil. There, voting is mandatory. And while I am not advocating making voting a mandate in the United States, this situation does show how some countries have gone out of their way
to make sure people go to the polls. Having taken part in the electoral process in two countries, I can cite the importance of the vote as a tool for public comment. Look at the unrest all over the world, and even right here in the U.S., in Wisconsin, where residents have taken to the streets to make sure their voices are heard. I also don’t advocate protest when there is a less violent and more secure alternative for expression – the vote. One thing is certain. When people want something badly enough, they will vote. Look at the numbers that turned out in 2000 when Al Gore and George W. Bush were fighting for the presidency. Look at the support Barack Obama rallied in 2008 – he touched the nerve of voters at every age level. Why don’t people turn out in such large numbers for every election? Does there have to be an overriding issue to bring voters out? I have seen people elected to union offices by larger
margins than the number of votes cast in city elections – not just in Boca, but in many communities. We have to ask ourselves why the number of votes cast for contestants on “American Idol” is almost always larger than the number of ballots in presidential elections. It’s a shame and, more than that, an insult to our forefathers and our fighting forces who supported and fought to maintain freedom and the free election process. I can’t say it any more forcefully. Please, please vote in the March 8 election. Let’s surprise Susan Whelchel and Linda Spurling Gruneisen with big numbers on Election Day. Don’t forget. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. that day. If you don’t know your polling place, call the city clerk’s office in City Hall, 561-393-7742 or visit www.pbcelections. org and put in your street address. We’ll see you out there on Election Day!
POSITIVE LIVING By Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr.
Avoid whatever can harm you! As people journey through life, most are aware that there are certain poisons ingested, breathed, or touched, which can kill a person instantly, just as if it were an attack from a venomous serpent. Then, there are others that, at first, come disguised as something harmless, pleasant, definitely innocent and desirable. Nevertheless, these also can be just as lethal as the others; the only difference is that their danger and harm are not manifested all at once; the final damage comes only gradually, with deadly force, without being caused by an overdose. A few of these may enslave a person with the force of a killing vice, in spite of antidotes applied, but which lack a reviving effect. The truth, in all cases, is that what is poisonous always brings destruction, whether death occurs immediately, or comes through unnecessary suffering over a prolonged period of time. As C.S. Lewis
once argued, “when poisons become fashionable they do not cease to kill.” Therefore, individuals need greater wisdom in understanding all they deal with in society, instead of being so gullible in easily embracing, on the basis of appeal, whatever can be so perilous and destructive to them! Actions devoid of discernment seldom lead to a better life and enduring peace; just the opposite takes place! Indeed, a great tragedy more prevalent now than ever before in the world, is that large crowds are saying yes too easily and very swiftly to poisonous substances, poisonous activities, poisonous ideas, even poisonous associations with others, without caring at all for the unpleasant, inevitable outcomes of their careless choices. With many public or private allurements, the “products” may be improved, the advertisements may be more attractive, the reported number of
customers may be enormous! Nevertheless, the ultimate effect, in some cases, remains fatal just the same! Be sure you are not led astray by a single individual or idea, without intelligently measuring the potential outcome! Remember that “authoritative” endorsements won’t diminish nor remove the inevitable, injurious, deadly effects a product can have! Even affirmative results of human polls cannot ever eliminate the deathproducing nature of certain substances, practices, or ideas. The validity of any idea or action cannot be ascertained on the numbers who have adopted it for themselves, or are satisfied in it. Higher standards need to be employed in a person’s determination to remain distant from what is harmful, while choosing only what has been proven healthy, sound, and personally life-giving!
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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What is?
Purim
The festival of Purim is celebrated every year on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar (late winter/early spring). It commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people in Ancient Persia from Haman’s plot “to destroy, kill and annihilate all the Jews, young and old, infants and women, in a single day.” The story in a nutshell: The Persian empire of the 4th century BCE extended over 127 lands, and all the Jews were its subjects. When King Ahasuerus had his wife, Queen Vashti, executed for failing to follow his orders, he orchestrated a beauty pageant to find a
new queen. A Jewish girl, Esther, found favor in his eyes and became the new queen - though she refused to divulge the identity of her nationality. Meanwhile, the anti-Semitic Haman was appointed prime minister of the empire. Mordechai, the leader of the Jews (and Esther’s cousin) defied the king’s orders and refused to bow to Haman. Haman was incensed and convinced the king to issue a decree ordering the extermination of all the Jews on the 13th of Adar - a date chosen by a lottery Haman made. Mordechai galvanized all the Jews, convincing them to repent, fast and pray to G‑d. Meanwhile, Esther
asked the king and Haman to join her for a feast. At the feast, Esther revealed to the king her Jewish identity. Haman was hanged, Mordechai was appointed prime minister in his stead, and a new decree was issued - granting the Jews the right to defend themselves against their enemies. On the 13th of Adar the Jews mobilized and killed many of their enemies. On the 14th of Adar they rested and celebrated.
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Sink is keynote speaker at FAU 2011 Women’s Leadership Forum
BOCA RATON - Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies in the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, the Adams Center for Entrepreneurship and the President’s Diversity Com-
mittee will host the third annual Women’s Leadership Forum, titled “Women, Business and Power” on Friday, March 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the DeSantis Center of the College of Business on FAU’s Boca Raton campus. The keynote speaker is Alex Sink, former chief financial officer of the state of Florida and former president of Florida operations for Bank of America. She was also the Democratic
candidate for governor in 2010. The forum will be broken into three panels. The first panel, titled “Showcasing FAU Research and Pedagogy: Women and Business,” will be moderated by Diane Alperin, interim provost at FAU. Panelists include Kimberly Ellis, assistant professor in FAU’s department of management programs; Anita Pennathur, associate professor of finance; and Judith Selzer and Trudy Myers, adjunct professors in FAU’s Center for Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies. The second panel, titled “Breaking Barriers: Successful Women in Busi-
ness,” will be moderated by Rhonda Swan, columnist for the Palm Beach Post. The panel will include Debbie Rand, CEO of Rand Eye Institute; Monica Kennedy, president of Elite Solar Services; Dinah Stephenson, Stephenson Construction; and Clare Whelan, president and CEO of Doors Incorporated. The afternoon panel is titled “Getting Money to Make Money: Accessing Capital to Stimulate your Business,” and it will be moderated by Lisa Armbrust of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Panelists include Gerald Valletta with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney; Annette Gray of the Florida Women’s Business Center; and Lisa Marcus of Feminenza North America. Admission is $50, which includes lunch. There will also be a VIP fundraising breakfast with Alex Sink from 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Admission for the breakfast and forum is $100. Pre-registration is required, and information can be found at fauf.fau.edu/leadership. For more information about the forum or about women’s studies at FAU, call 561-297-3865.
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Mayor Whelchel puts job creation, economic Mayoral challenger Gruneisen cites “many recovery on front burner in re-election bid unheard voices” in Boca Raton Continued from page 1 Continued from page 1
Mayor of Boca is considered a part time position.
The 66-year-old chief executive, a former teacher, has put job creation and economic recovery at the top of her list of priorities. “I am excited about the future of Boca Raton, and I am ready to continue to take the innovative steps to keep our city one of the finest places to live, work, go to school, and visit in Florida,” she said. During her first term as mayor, Whelchel said she worked diligently with the Palm Beach County Business Development Board (BDB), the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce and economic innovators to create and retain over 2,000 jobs, according to the BDB, in just three years on the job. Just as important, the mayor refused to raise taxes and continuously fought to responsibly cut the municipal budget in response to the national economic downturn that has impacted every Boca Raton family. “We have proven that a back to basics approach works in this new economic reality and I will continue to
drive a bold, common sense agenda for the next three years.” At the same time Whelchel and her colleagues on the City Council have aggressively worked to revitalize the economic, social and educational environment needed to sustain a worldclass city. She has strongly endorsed downtown development, particularly the Palmetto Park “Promenade” seen as important step in that direction. Though she was criticized by her opponent for endorsing red light runner cameras and parking meters, Whelchel defended her action, saying it was necessary to add to municipal revenue at time of declining income sources. “We have worked together to protect jobs and create new jobs while tightening our municipal budget’s belt,” continued Whelchel. “Now is the time to lead the way forward. I am excited about the new medical school and first class stadium being built at FAU, the growing stabilization of our housing market, new interest in our downtown, and networks of economic opportunity emerging again in our city.” Taking a cue from modern technology, Whelchel is staying in touch with voters via emails and a website. She has also peppered the city with political signs, unlike her opponent, who, a week before the election, had erected none.
Whelchel notified her constituents that she has received an “important endorsement.” “I was honored to receive recognition from the editorial board of Sun Sentinel for my work as mayor during my first term, particularly for my continued efforts to spur economic development in Boca Raton as well as my success in advocating financial responsibility in City Hall that led to no tax increases during my term.” The editorial said, in part: “Whelchel’s leadership in making economic sustainability a top city priority has helped spur the creation of about 2,000 jobs through business incentives and expedited permit procedures. She has initiated budget cuts that helped the city through its financial crisis and promoted environmental programs.” At the same time, Whelchel has long been a support of environmentally sustainable or “green” technology, particularly in the construction of buildings and use of green space around the city. “Throughout my 16 years of public service to our community, I have been committed to improving our city, balancing our budget without raising taxes and making Boca Raton the best place to live, work, go to school, and visit in the State of Florida,” said the incumbent. She and her husband, John, are 32 year residents of greater Boca Raton and have lived in both the western and eastern areas of the community. They are the parents of four children.
Whelchel has cited Gruneisen’s last minute maneuvering as proof of her lack of political experience and shortsighted vision. However, Gruneisen said that she, and a growing number of Boca Raton’s residents have, for a long time, been “concerned with the state of things in Boca, especially the economy.” Gruneisen was prompted into action after she noticed that Deerfield Beach was having an election. She then inquired at City Hall if Boca Raton was due for an election as well. When told an election was to be held but no one had entered, Gruneisen asked why it hadn’t been publicized. The city official she spoke to mentioned concerns with the high cost involved with having an election. “They seemed rather content with not having one,” said Gruneisen, who walked away from that conversation disturbed by what she felt was a lack of democracy in Boca Raton. ““I feel that there are many unheard voices in Boca that are not happy with those who have been in political positions for a long time and haven’t delivered the results
they’ve promised,” said Gruneisen. “I’m on the ballot as an answer to those people.” Many residents have expressed concern with the cost of running an election that some feel is meaningless given Whelchel’s large contingency. It has been estimated that the election will cost the city $100,000 for ballots, poll workers, and polling places. “The fact is that Boca Raton’s budget is $450 million dollars, and a $100,000 isn’t going to be a burden to the taxpayers if it means checks and balances and democracy,” said Gruneisen. At a recent fundraiser at Uncle Julio’s in Mizner Park, Whelchel offered stinging criticism of her opponent when she chided Gruneison’s short-term residency and her apparent disconnect with the needs of Boca’s residents. Gruneisen claims those assertions are patently false. “I’ve lived within an eight mile radius of Boca Raton my entire life. I’m a runner and I jog the streets and I know these people,” said Gruneisen. She grew up in Pompano Beach, attending high school and college in Broward. Gruneisen has traveled abroad as well, working for the Peace Corps in Bolivia to enhance small business as well as working for a marketing firm in London. More important than the history of her residency, though, is that she claims to be a breath of fresh air in a city that desperately needs it. “I’m disappointed with the
way Mayor Whelchel has planned to balance the budget. It doesn’t recognize Boca Raton’s potential,” said Gruneisen. She explained that the planned traffic cameras and parking meters will give Boca Raton residents the feeling of being used as revenue builders and certainly won’t attract people to an already floundering downtown scene. “I understand that there is an effort to re-brand our downtown, but what kind of message are we sending when we’re putting up traffic cameras and parking meters?” asked Gruneisen. Gruneisen also cited the lack of development on the beach as a problem. “We have five miles of highly valuable ocean front real estate, yet our government’s answer is to close Spanish River Park three days a week. There isn’t any wonder that no one wants to go to the beach, you have to bring rations for an army,” said Gruneisen. “If you want to have a meal on the beach, you have to go to Deerfield or Delray.” Gruneisen didn’t stop there. She decried the “Promenade” project on Palmetto Park Road as being insufficient redevelopment. “New pavers aren’t going to attract people downtown,” said Gruneisen. “Not to mention how badly it has damaged the shop owners during Boca’s busy season. They all had to pay assessment fees for new sidewalks they never wanted. It’s a waste of money.” When asked if she felt she had a chance to win, Gruneisen answered: “Yes, absolutely. The word is getting around. There are a lot of people who feel they are not being represented and are not happy with the way things are. I think they’ll turn out to vote.”
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FAU’s Peace Studies program presents Upheaval. Uprising. Revolution. Freedom? be mine?’ [G-d] said to him: its true purpose: a vehicle for By: Rabbi Ruvi New lecture by Dr. Mona Lisa Schulz ‘Bring for Me a prime heifer, spiritual expression. BOCA RATON - Florida Atlantic University’s Peaceful Mind/Peaceful World series will present Mona Lisa Schulz, Ph.D., M.D., with a lecture about using intuition to monitor our bodies and our health, on Thursday, March 3, at 7 p.m. in the University Theatre on FAU’s Boca Raton campus, Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at www.fauevents.com or 800-564-9539. FAU students, faculty and staff may attend for free. Group tickets are available. Schulz is a neuropsychiatrist who combines the best of Western scientific tradition with energy medicine. She received her doctorate in behavioral neuroscience from Boston University School of Medicine in 1993, along with her
M.D. degree, and completed her residency program in psychiatry at Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine. In addition to her extensive background in clinical medicine and brain research, Schulz has been a practicing medical intuitive for 25 years. Medical intuition is the direct perception of the emotional and psychological patterns that form the basis for a person’s state of health or disease. A medical intuitive perceives patterns of energy and information that are beyond the scope of conventionally accepted definitions of space and time.
Mona Lisa Schulz Schulz has published three books and has also appeared on The Discovery Channel and Oprah Radio. For more information about the lecture, call 561-2972337.
Fear of the unknown is much more debilitating than the known. The jury is out as to how the wave of uprisings in the Arab world will pan out. Will it usher a new era of freedom, democracy and human rights or is this the beginning of the rise of a new Caliphate across the Middle East? The underpinnings of all that we are witnessing today, and for good measure much of what has transpired over the course of human history, can be traced the “nuclear family”- the family of Abraham. The Torah records: Abraham gives birth to Ishmael, father of the Arab/Muslim world, and then later to Isaac, father of the Jewish people. Isaac would later bear Esau, father of the Roman/Christian world (referred to as Edom). These individuals and their interactions set the stage for the events to come. Let us step back for a moment and read some of the dialogue between G-d and Abraham prior to the birth of Ishmael or Isaac. It is staged at one of the most fundamental events in history: G-d’s covenant with Abraham, called “Bris bein Ha’Besorim,” “the covenant between the halves.” “G-d’s word comes to Abram in a vision, saying: ‘Fear not, Abram, I am your shield. Your reward is very great.’ Abram said: ‘O, G-d what will you give me if I remain childless’?… “Suddenly G-d’s word came to him: “…One born from your own body will inherit what is yours. He then took him outside, and said: “Look at the sky and count the stars. See if you can count them… that is how [numerous] your descendants will be. Abram believed in G-d and he counted it as righteousness. “[Abram] said: ‘G-d, how can I really know that it will
a prime goat, a prime ram, a dove and a young pigeon.’ Abram brought all these for Him. He split them in half, and placed one half opposite the other. The birds, however, he did not split. Vultures descended on the carcasses, but Abram drove them away. “As the sun was setting, a deep sleep fell upon Abram; and a deep dark dread fell upon him. [G-d] said to Abram: ‘Know for sure that your descendants will foreigners in a land that is not theirs for 400 years. They will be enslaved and oppressed. But I will finally bring judgment against the nation who enslaves them, and they will then leave with great wealth…’ “The sun set, and it became very dark. A smoking furnace and a flaming torch passed between the halves of the animals. On that day G-d made a covenant with Abram, saying: ‘To your seed I have given this land (The Land of Israel), from the river of Egypt to the great river, the River Euphrates’.” - Genesis 15:1-21 What was the “deep dark dread” that befell Abraham? The Midrash explains that Abraham was shown the future great empires that would control the world and bring terror to it, each in their own way: the Babylonian, Persian, Greek, Roman and Ishmaelite empires. The great Kabbalist, Rabbi Isaac Luria (known as the holy Arizal) explains that these empires - that extend over the entire span of history - represent the different stages of refinement (birur) that we must achieve throughout the generations. Everything in our material existence contains Divine ‘sparks,’ i.e. spiritual energy, and we are charged with the mission to redeem and elevate these sparks, and thereby refine the material universe and transform it into
Beginning with the enslavement by the Egyptian empire - the archetype and root (‘head’) of all the exiles and empires - each subsequent empire symbolizes another stage of refinement in integrating G-dliness into the material world. The process concludes with the refinement of the last two powers, Edom (Esau) and Ishmael, which leads to the Messianic age - a world where there is no more destruction and terror and all children of Abraham serve the One G-d of Abraham in peace and harmony. Why was Abraham shown this vision? In order for him to share it with his children, so that we, at whatever point in history we may be living, should know that the events in our lives are part of a long historical process. Even ‘as the sun sets’ and a ‘deep dark dread’ strikes us, we must always hold onto Abraham’s vision, that all our journeys and challenges are part of a bigger process and that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Abraham’s vision gives us not only strength and fortitude during difficult times, it also gives us direction how to proceed. Understanding the different dynamics of each empire/exile empowers us to be proactive and take action in order for us to refine that particular dimension of experience. As we shudder in the uncertainty of with what lies ahead if us, now is the time to embrace and connect to Abraham’s vision. Faith is the most powerful resource you can access when our security is threatened. Faith - to firmly hold onto G-d’s words that peace shall prevail and tyranny is doomed to fail. Stay tuned for The Nuclear Family Part 2. What can you and I do?
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American Friends of Kronberg plan concerts in Boca, Delray Beach By Skip Sheffield
The American Friends of Kronberg Academy seek a few more good American friends, so they are doing a series of concerts locally. Ora Sorensen Gallery, 445 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach, has agreed to an ongoing series. One Friday evening last month, passersby stopped to watch and listen to the music of violinist Alexander Sitkovetsky, accompanied by pianist Jose Menor on a Steinway grand piano. Some lingered only a moment or two. Others stayed, and the audience outside began to grow until by the end of the concert, it outnumbered the audience inside. It was a scene reminiscent of the Today Show live broadcasts in New York City. That is exactly what artist and gallery owner Ora Sorensen and American Friends of Kronberg president and CEO Axel Langhorst had in mind. “The Kronberg Academy in Germany is one of the finest string schools in the world,” Langhorst declares. “Yet it is not so well-known in America. Presenting public concerts is our way of mak-
ing the public more aware of the good work Kronberg Academy does all over the world.” Kronberg Academy was founded in Germany in 1993 to help exceptionally gifted young string soloists develop their potential to the full in an environment offering a unique, holistic kind of support and training. In 2004 a second branch was founded in Seoul, Korea. Russian violinist Alexander Sitkovetsky is a Kronberg Academy participant. Spanish pianist Jose Menor has taught at Lynn University locally and has been featured at Steinway Gallery in Boca Raton. Steinway has partnered with American friends of Kronberg to make the concerts possible. “I have visited Kronberg Academy in Germany at the invitation of Axel Langhorst,” says Steinway Gallery owner Bob Luptak. “There is nothing quite like it in the world. The fact that they big artists of such magnitude to South Florida is a gift for everyone. Steinway is honored to play a part.” American Friends of Kronberg Academy have two
concerts planned for this month. The first is at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 8 at Steinway Piano Gallery, 7940 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. The second is at 7 p.m. Friday, March 11 at Ora Sorensen Gallery. Both feature Japanese violoncellist Dai Miyata accompanied by Jose Menor. A $35 admission charge is asked to cover expenses, but the public can watch from the outside (speakers help broadcast the sound) for free. “It has been my honor to host concerts by the exceptionally gifted young musicians of the American friends of Kronberg Academy,” states Ora Sorensen. “The concerts in my gallery give an opportunity for music lovers to enjoy and meet international aspiring soloists in a small and intimate setting. The music is piped into the street for all those on Atlantic Avenue to enjoy.” For more information about American Friends of Kronberg Academy, call 561283-1815 or e-mail info@ usfriendskronbergacademy. org.
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There are four salads on the menu and we sampled a unique yellow beet and pistachio with crisp green beans, tomato and ricotta cheese cubes in pistachio vinaigrette - very nice! The Caesar salad consisted of small shards of lettuce in a standard Caesar dressing. For starters, the Peruvian style local cerviche was a cool, mild taste and was a bit chewy. Jumbo lump crab cake was quite light with a roasted corn salad and toasted peppercorn remoulade, a nice version. Steak tartare with crostinis, fleur de sel and quail egg in olio verde had a fine texture and gentle taste. The winner in this category was the duck confit a’Lorange fine duck meat with crispy skin served with pumpkingoat cheese croquette and spiced pepitas - Don’t miss it! Three other listings are available. As an entrée, we tried the portion of three giant shrimp scampi, excellent with just a hint of garlic. The Moroccan spiced tuna was not too spicy and had a carrot emulsion with chickpeas and leeks - a nice dish. The house smoked salmon was too light in flavor but was perked up with black lentils and a bite from the Jalapeno-orange hollandaise. While we prefer New Zealand lamb to the Colorado cuts, Chef Anthony did medium and mediumrare chops with a fair taste though served with a nice
Reviewing Restaurant “Cut 432” mint chimichurm and a cool basamati rice salad. The “cut” in Cut 432 refers to the six steak variations on their menu. Again we chose both medium and medium-rare as the degrees of doneness on bonein rib eye - a 20 ounce cut that was tender, delicious and done to perfection. Other suggestions are a porterhouse for two diners, weighing in at 43.2 oz plus filets available at 8 oz or 12 oz, a New York strip of 14 oz and a 16 oz veal chops. Trust Cut 432 to do right! Five sauces available include Béarnaise, creamy horseradish, miso, toasted peppercorn and a house Cut 432 steak sauce - nice touches, all. Veggies listed cover creamed spinach, creamed corn, roasted mushrooms, caramelized onions ( three giant crunchy rings), jumbo asparagus and pancetta brussel sprouts - a bit underdone for our tastes. These sides are in addition to a great truffled mac and cheese plus parmesan truffle fries, blue cheese tater tots, a loaded baked potato or buttermilk mashed or potato gratin. There are six raw bar entries which can be had either chilled or baked, including oysters, giant shrimp, blue crab, stone crabs, Alaskan King crab or a tall seafood tower. Some 45 wines are to be had by the glass and some 320 are available by the
bottle - draft beers - eight in all - are from Canada, Belgium, France and the US. Talk to your wait staff for descriptive information - they help. We like desserts and here we find five winners - a mascarpone cheesecake, delicious and full flavored with smashed blueberries, a peanut butter pie with graham cracker crust filled with a peanut butter mousse and chocolate pudding, topped with a bit of whipped cream - Great! There was a cool homemade gelato with wild berries, super smooth. Also listed are a banana cream pie and a selection of cookies - Chef’s choice - a cheese plate roster has nine items to mix and match. An after dinner choice of six dessert wines, seven port wines and seven cognacs fill the bill. Chef Anthony and partners Brandon and Brian keep Cut 432 open 7 days from 5PM to 10PM, Sunday through Thursday, Friday and Saturday to 11PM their bar stays open two hours more. They seat 72 inside, 45 at outside patio and 22 at the full bar. The menu changes every two months or so, keeping many of the standards and adding specialties as needed. Located at 432 East Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach (561-272-9898), it’s a noisy and lively place at dine - Go and enjoy!
Santa Lolla opens first U.S. store at Town Center Town Center at Boca Raton once again has distinguished itself in the South Florida market, this time, by giving shoppers a taste of South America. Santa Lolla, the footwear and accessories brand from Brazil, has opened its first standalone store in the United States at Town Center. A grand opening celebration last Friday introduced local fashionistas to Santa Lolla’s ultra-chic collection of boots, flats, platforms, wedges, wallets, purses, belts and much more. “We see Florida as an important part of our future expansion strategy,” says marketing director Marcela Bussamra. “We’re very excited about the opening of our first U.S.-based boutique.” Area style mavens will be equally excited at the seemingly endless of array of selections offered by Santa Lolla, which debuts four collections (and some 600 different products) each year. This season’s collection includes bejeweled flats, sky-high heels and a full line of coordinating bags, clutches and accessories in neutral shades. The boutique at Town Center marks Santa Lolla’s 105th worldwide location.
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An Oscar Night® American party Palm Beach, hosted by the Palm Beach International Film Festival, was held Sunday, Feb. 27 at Bash of Boca. Guests experienced the excitement and glamour of the 83rd Annual Academy Awards® with a red carpet arrival followed by the live telecast of the Oscars® hosted by James Franco and Anne Hathaway. PBIFF’s celebration was one of 50 official Oscar Night® America parties in cities across the country. The 16th Annual Palm Beach International Film Festival will take place March 23 - 31.
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Boca Raton well on its way to becoming a mecca for contemporary Jazz The “Royal Palm Place Jazz Concert Series”, which kicked off in November with a stellar performance by Urban Gypsy and headliner Marc Antoine, and was followed in December by a performance by the legendary Jeff Kashiwa, is clearly bringing electrifying talent to Boca Raton! One
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‘Next Fall’ is ‘funniest heartbreaker’ at Caldwell Theatre
It sounds like an oxymoron, but the catch phrase “funniest heartbreaker in town” is a fairly accurate description of “Next Fall,” continuing its Southeastern U.S. premiere through March 27 at Caldwell Theatre Company, 7901 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. Playwright Geoffrey Nauffts has structured the play in two time frames: the present and the not-so-distant past. The comedy occurs mostly in Act One, followed by a distinctly serious Act Two. Adam (Tom Wahl) and Luke (Josh Canfield) are a couple. Adam is an unspecified number of years older than Luke and works an unsatisfying job selling scented candles. At one point Adam frets about turning 40 and losing his hair, so one guesses he is at least that age and aspiring actor Luke at least 15 years younger. The play begins in the present, at Beth Israel Hospital. Luke has been in a traffic accident. Adam is worried sick. The situation is so serious that Adam’s parents have been
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called in. Also present are Holly (Irene Adjan), the candle shop owner and Brandon (Christopher Kent), a former boyfriend of Adam’s who was first at the scene of the accident. The mother, Arlene (Pat Nesbit) is a wise-cracking Southern belle. Father Butch (Dennis Bateman) is a stern, politically conservative and religious businessman from Tallahassee, Florida. Pat Nesbit is a longtime Caldwell favorite who has worked many times with guest director Michael Hall. Hall is not just any guest director, but Caldwell Theatre’s co-founder and former executive director. It is Pat Nesbit’s rapier delivery and impeccable comic timing that gives “Next Fall” its most laughs. As the play progresses the viewer realizes the situation is far more serious than it first seemed, but Arlene’s humor disarms. The other part of the comedy is the odd Shown from left are Dennis Bateman, couple relationship between Adam and Luke. Pat Nesbit and Irene Adjan.
Not only is he older; Adam has a far darker outlook on life than Luke. Part of his sunny disposition can be credited on Luke’s Christian faith. So there is a lot of philosophical banter between Luke, who truly believes Christ died for his sins, and Adam, who is an atheist. Like the recent Palm Beach Dramaworks production “Freud’s Last Session” there is a debate on the existence or non-existence of God, but in this case that question is secondary to the matters at hand; not the least of which is Luke’s failure to be honest with his parents concerning the true nature of his relationship with Adam. So you will laugh and you may even cry as you come to know the characters of “Next Fall,” but you won’t be bored. Don’t be put off by the thought this is a “gay play.” It is about all of us, regardless of sexual orientation, and that’s why it is so appealing and entertaining while provoking thought on some of the biggest issues of life. Tickets are $38-$50 and may be reserved by calling 561241-7432 or going to www. caldwelltheatre.com.
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BOCA RATON - Members of the National Society of Arts & Letters (NSAL) Boca Raton South Florida Chapter recently hosted their Annual High Tea at the Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club residence of Jay & Marilyn Nelson. The purpose of the Society is to identify, encourage and assist young talent in categories of art, dance, drama, literature, musical theatre and music. NSAL President Judi Asselta welcomed members, guests and performers. The inspiring afternoon program began with a perfor-
From left are Alyce Erickson, Dorinda Spahr, Marilyn Nelson
Musicians, from left, Sage McBride, Daniela Shtereva, José Menor
Daniela Shtereva, left, with Judi Asselta, Paige Reddick, Robin Johnson
mance by 13 year old violinist, Sage McBride, who played selections by Bach and Beethoven to a very appreciative audience. Sage’s mother, Michele McBride said Sage began playing the violin at age 4, and his goal is to become a concert soloist. Elizabeth Hanby, NSAL member and guest speaker from Washington D.C. chronicled the lives of her parents, noted professional dancers and founders of the Ballet Arts School. Selective piano music of Elizabeth and Youry Yourloff, was played by Jose Menor. This program with costumes and music is being presented to the Smithsonian as an exhibit. A NSAL and Lynn University Conservatory of Music International Violin Competition First Place winner, Daniela Shtereva accompanied by Jose Menor played a fast paced classical musical program. In closing, Jose performed a Spanish composition titled “Paintings by Goya” Hostesses Marilyn Nelson and Dorinda Spahr, invited everyone to tea. Coming events include: March 12, 9am, Dance Competition (Choreography), Crest Theatre, Old School Square, Delray Beach. - Sunday, April 2, Boca Raton South Florida Chapter Dance. - April 28, Red Rose Dinner Gala, Brooks Restaurant, Deerfield. For more information on NSAL membership and activities, visit www.artsnsal.org. Click on Chapters, Boca Raton, then Menu.
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FAU honors Mike Jackson as ‘Business Leader of the Year’ WHAT BUSINESS ARE YOU IN? BOCA RATON - Florida By Gerald Sherman
‘Dressing For Success’ This is not a column on fashion in the workplace but rather appropriateness of your attire in the workplace. Several years ago the book entitled “Dress for Success,” [i] by John T. Molloy, a premier American image consultant and clothing researcher, was published. Its focus was how men should dress to be successful in the business arena. It served as a guideline for many people entering the business world. It had only one chapter on appropriate dress for women in the business environment. It is interesting to note that he followed this with, “The Woman’s Dress For Success Book”[ii]. So much for equal rights. It is interesting to note that Molloy points out that “a woman’s success does not depend entirely or even primarily on how she dresses, but dress is an important factor in most women’s careers. Research shows that when a woman dresses for success, it does not guarantee success, but if she dresses poorly or inappropriately, it almost ensures failure.” Molloy goes on to say, “Most women know men who dress horribly and are very successful. Dressing
poorly sometimes does not destroy a man’s career the way it does a woman’s. If a man is really good at what he does, he is often referred to as ‘a diamond in the rough’ and can move up in spite of the poor image. This is obviously a double standard and certainly not fair. Molloy’s books concentrated on being aware of proper coordination of attire, how to make an impression and what colors to wear. There is mention of dressing for the interview and on the job. He indicates the importance of power clothes and proper attire for lawyers, doctors and other professionals. Molloy points out that clothes can make you look more influential, knowledgeable and pleasant. Molloy’s books are great guidelines for many people entering the world of business. However, dressing for success is more than just coordination of attire, powerful clothes, colors, and silhouettes. The approach should be to understand the ground rules of the dress code of your company and your clients. Knowing the dress code and dressing accordingly are the first steps in dressing for success.
While we can agree that when we dress properly, it can eliminate a negative response from our clients, it is also important to be aware of the dress code of the client’s company. Several questions should be addressed and answered before you, “dress for success.” For example, do they have a casual clothing day? How formal is the dress code during the week and how informal is the casual dress code? An effort should be made by business people not only to understand this dress code but to dress accordingly. This is not to say that you have to lose your identity-but rather to eliminate those aspects in the way you dress which your client might view as negative and distracting. Fit into the business environment that you are engaged in - try not to be too different! Dressing for success is a common sense exercise. However, as the saying goes, common sense is not so common. 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
Atlantic University’s College of Business recently hosted the 2010 Business Leader of the Year Awards annual breakfast at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, celebrating the accomplishments of Mike Jackson, chairman and chief executive officer of AutoNation. “Mike Jackson exemplifies leadership, and we are proud to recognize him as the 2010 Business Leader of the Year,” said Dennis J. Coates, Ph.D., dean of FAU’s College of Business. “His story of success and leadership is inspirational.” The Business Leader of the Year event celebrates the accomplishments of business leaders and their ongoing legacy in improving the overall environment of businesses. According to FAU, Jackson met the criteria of this award as he clearly demonstrated the idealized characteristics of a strong leader, through
From left: Hayden Trepeck, FAU Student Government chief of staff; J. Dennis Coates, Ph.D., FAU dean of the College of Business; FAU President Mary Jane Saunders; Mike Jackson, chairman and CEO of AutoNation and Business Leader of the Year honoree; Nancy Blosser, past chair of the FAU Board of Trustees; Keith Koenig, president of City Furniture.
his management style and overall support of economic development initiatives. Jackson joined AutoNation in 1999, serving as CEO and director of the board. Prior to his arrival at AutoNation, Jackson worked at Mercedes Benz where he reinvigorated the companies U.S sales. The award recipient has received numerous leadership awards including the Automotive Hall of Fame
From left are J. Dennis Coates, Ph.D., FAU dean of the College of Business; Mike Jackson, chairman and CEO of AutoNation and Business Leader of the Year honoree; and FAU President Mary Jane Saunders.
in February 1994. Jeffrey Leetma, the Hall of Fame’s president, said that “Jackson’s leadership at AutoNation is significant not only in the sheer volumes of units delivered, but in raising the bar in all areas of the customer experience.” A tribute video and a multimedia presentation also highlighted Jackson character and accomplishments. Other program speakers included FAU President Mary Jane Saunders; keynote speaker Tony Segreto; as well as Coates. The program’s master of ceremonies was Nancy Blosser, past chair of FAU’s Board of Trustees. Other attendees included previous Business Leader of the Year recipients Wayne Huizenga, Alan Levan, Mike Maroone and Keith Koenig, as well as Boca Raton Mayor Susan Whelchel.
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Teen writer offers words of adUnemployment: Exploring ‘Deep vice about finding a soul mate Waters’ for the Future By Rick Boxx
With unemployment rising to increasingly higher levels in our city over the past couple of years, I found myself devoting a lot of time to counseling people about their future career paths. When people lose their jobs, it can be a fearful, devastating experience. However, it also can be an excellent time for personal reevaluation, to reflect on their strengths and weaknesses, and reconsidering God’s purpose for their life. Often individuals will call me in their process of networking to find a new job, but unfortunately I find they have little or no idea about what they want to do next. How can you find a suitable, rewarding job if you really do not know what you want to do – or what you are best suited for doing? As a result, some of my most valuable conversations come from helping them identify God’s calling and purpose for their future. Interestingly, this is a matter that many people never factor into their vocational choices. Some might even ask, “What does God have to do with it?” For them, the only issue might
be how much money they can earn, or potential for career advancement. In the Bible, however, we read that God is very much concerned with what we do. After all, it says, He is the one that designed us. “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well…. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be” (Psalm 139:14-16). Another passage in the Old Testament also assures us of God’s clear desires for His children: “ ‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future’ “(Jeremiah 29:11). So when someone approaches me or calls me on the phone, seeking help in finding a new job, I try to do more than point them to possible workplaces. I talk with them, asking about their interests, dreams, desires. This is not always easy, especially if the person has not given much thought to these things. But as Proverbs 20:5 teaches, “The purposes of a man’s
heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out.” A friend once told me of a time when someone else helped him in much the same way. The person he was talking with had offered wise counsel by asking two related questions: “If you were to take money out of the equation, would you continue doing what you are doing? If you had the assurance of earning as much money as you needed, what would you really like to do?” Even though those questions seem simple, they deserve thoughtful, careful consideration. Your answers could set your career in a surprisingly different direction. So if you are unemployed, under-employed (overqualified for the work you are doing), or have a friend who is looking for a new job, try not to simply offer quick suggestions on where to look for work. Resolve to spend time drawing out the “deep waters” God has placed in the person’s heart. You could both find that the time discussing this is well-spent.
Editor’s note: Prosiser Walker is an 18-year-old high school junior and a former foster child. This talented teenager currently writes for the high school magazine and hopes to pursue a career in journalism and photography. The Boca Raton Tribune is featuring one of his columns offering advice to teens. Also, be on the lookout for some of his photos in a future edition.
Bad hygiene, messy hair or a lack of color coordination in clothing is often a turnoff. A nice smile/laugh is also important.
Picking the right person is a lot like picking the right TV dinner. You pick up the box because of the yummylooking picture. Then, you wonder whether it is good for you, so you turn it over to read the label. You do this because there may be something about the product that you are not particularly fond of. Most guys do this when it comes to finding their soul mate - not turning her around and reading her label - but getting to know her qualities, as well as what she brings to table. Ladies, to increase your chances of making it home to dinner, let the following tips be your guide:
Rule #3: Intelligence is a key factor. Guys, do yourselves a favor and date girls who are smarter than you! At some point, the looks will fade and you will need someone to talk to. Talking to a girl who is not very smart will soon become boring and shallow.
Rule #2: Personality is a close second when it comes to making or breaking a relationship. Men have to be very careful of a beautiful girl who seems funny and calm at the beginning, but later, goes crazy.
Rule #3.5: Check in with your family. If your grand-
ma doesn’t like her, that may be a sign of trouble! Most adults tend to be good judges of character. Rule #4: Pay attention to how they treat people, because being mistreated by a boyfriend or girlfriend could be detrimental to the relationship. If one person feels less valued or respected than the other, you probably won’t last as a couple. Rule #5: This rule is of particularly great significance; it is the only rule negating all other rules. Many reading this are probably thinking that I am about to say something like, “love at first sight matters,” but they would be wrong. The most important thing to consider is whether she looks like Halle Berry… or Beyoncé.
Rule #1: Your appearance is something to focus on. This is not because all guys are shallow and only care about looks. Being attractive ensures that you are going to be noticed. However, just being pretty doesn’t mean you are a shoo-in.
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Story, photo by Pam D”Addio BOCA RATON - Hi, eve-ryone. Been here. Like in been here, done that. I’m a Labrador/shepherd mix, a two-year-old male
weighting about 50 pounds. I’m happy to meet you. Actually, I’m happy to meet everyone! I was rescued by Tri County along with my honey, Bebe, and our sweet tiny pup. We are all beautiful dogs, inside and out. Friendly and loving. All we need is a second chance in life. We can be adopted together or separately. I’ll make a wonderful dog for a family because I’m gentle with children and I get along well with other dogs. I’m just a good ole boy who wants what we all want... love. Ask to meet me....I think I’m THE ONE for you! I’m available for adoption at Tri-County Humane Society, a no-kill animal shelter located at 21287 Boca Rio Road in Boca Raton. The shelter is open for adoptions Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Adoption fees are $110 and up. Animals are heartworm-tested and upto-date on vaccinations. Included in the adoption fee is one year of free office visits to Regency Veterinary Clinic. Please visit us to find a lost pet or to consider adding a shelter dog or cat to your family. We have puppies and kittens, too! Call (561) 482-8110 or view many of our available animals and volunteer opportunities at www.tricountyhumane. org. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter at “TriCounty Humane.’
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Del Potro Does it in Delray By Joshua Rey This wasn’t the biggest title of Juan Martin del Potro’s career, but by the way he celebrated his domination of the Delray Beach ITC, it certainly seemed that way. Del Potro Fought back from a right wrist surgery that threatened the biggest shots in his arsenal - his serve and his forehand and didn’t drop a set all week, defeating Janko Tipsarevic 6-4, 6-4 in Sunday’s singles final. After Tipsarevic’s final forehand flew wide, the 2009 US open champion tossed his racquet into the wind, kissed his right wrist, and then threw shirts and wristbands toward his many countrymen in the crowd. “I feel completely tired,” del Potro said on court before addressing his adoring Argentinean fans en español. “It’s amazing for me to make this comeback. I’m trying to improve my game day by day, and today Janko played better than me. But I got a little lucky in the important moments. It was a very close match.” Tipsarevic opened strongly, hitting a pair of downthe-line backhand winners before breaking del Potro’s serve in the fourth game. Having fallen behind 4-1 in the first set, del Potro frustratingly flubbed an easy overhead into the net to start the sixth game. Tipsarevic sensed the importance of the moment,
but del Potro immediately followed with his first forehand winner of the match and held serve after one deuce. “I thought that I could have won the game at 4-1,” said Tipsarevic. “I saw that he was really pissed, and he was talking to the referee, and just smacking the ball fullpower…If I would have stayed solid in that game, things would have been much easier.” The sixthseeded Serb missed an inside-out forehand to allow del Potro to break back in the seventh game. Two games later, Tipsarevic hit forehands into the net on three consecutive points to give del Potro his first lead of the match at 5-4. Serving for the set, del Potro and Tipsarevic engaged in a five-deuce struggle. The Argentine survived a Love-40 hole, saved two more break points, and con-verted his third set point when Tipsarevic framed a forehand long. “He won the first set completely not playing his game,” said Tipsarevic. “Normally you’re used to del Potro winning games, sets and matches by smacking the ball left and right.
Now What? New York got their man in Carmelo; What’s next for the Knicks?
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But he was a 2-meter guy running left and right and making me make all the mistakes. This is why I am disappointed.” On serve in the second set at 2-2, del Potro varied his forehand with flat drives and short angles before undercutting a drop shot winner to set up a break point. While Tipsarevic struggled to convert his chances, del Potro was gifted his when the Serb double-faulted. Tipsarevic failed on three break points in the following game. They were the final three he’d receive, as del Potro held at love to clinch his first title since the 2009 US Open. “One out of 11 break points is just completely unacceptable against a guy like this in the finals,” said Tipsarevic. Del Potro earned 250 ranking points, $76,500 and a Porsche Carrera 911 for winning the ITC.
We knew all along that Carmelo Anthony’s preferred destination was the New York Knicks. It was just extremely difficult to pinpoint when exactly it would happen and how it would happen. There were conflicting reports and a tremendous amount of speculation for quite some time. Finally on Monday evening, a resolution was reached. Carmelo Anthony was finally traded to the New York Knicks much to the chagrin of Mikhail Prokhorov and the New Jersey Nets. The Nets made a valiant effort to acquire Melo’s services. However, Anthony was reluctant to sign a contract extension with the Nets. The fact is, Melo can be portrayed as somewhat of a villain; especially in Denver. It is important to understand that Melo held an entire franchise and city hostage. Personally, I don’t think you can blame Melo for doing his due diligence and for exploring his options. The main reason why Anthony wanted to leave Denver was because he wanted to play with another superstar player. There is no denying the fact that the Knicks are giving
up a tremendous amount of trade value. They might as well have included their entire Hall of Fame class and their entire Front office including Donnie Walsh in the deal for Anthony. The Nuggets did a great job acquiring a few good frontline players and they did a superb job getting some good draft compensation. The Nuggets are trying to build a formidable team for the future. I believe they are headed in the right direction. This easily leads to the next question I have for New York. Why didn’t you just wait till Free Agency to sign Anthony? Think about it, there was no way New Jersey was going to execute a deal for Anthony knowing that Melo was adamant about playing in the bright lights of NY. Therefore, there was absolutely no
way the Nets were considering renting Anthony for the rest of the year especially since they have been out of playoff contention for most of the season. Both the Nuggets and Nets had a trade agreement in place for quite some time. The Nets were just waiting for Anthony to finally blink and sign the extension. This of course never occurred. The New York Knicks had a strategic advantage over New Jersey. They ultimately failed to capitalize on this strategic advantage. I believe the Knicks completely panicked. They were afraid of striking out on Anthony just like they did with LeBron James. But I just don’t think this was a smart move. Now New York is in a position where they are going to have to go back to the drawing board as far as rebuilding their bench and supporting cast is concerned. If they would have waited a little bit longer, they would have been able to keep the likes of Galinari and Felton to go along with Melo and Amare Stoudamire. I don’t think New York is going to have the financial flexibility to seriously pursue Chris Paul, Dwight Howard or Deron Williams. Will the Knicks be able to recruit Continued on page 29
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Continued from page 29 other quality players to join Anthony and Stoudamire in NY? Most likely they won’t have much trouble recruiting quality talent to join the dynamic duo in NY. The problem is, the Knicks may not be able to attract another superstar player. I don’t think you can consider the New York Knicks championship contenders right now. The roster is way too incomplete and there are too many new holes that need to be filled with the absence of Felton, Galinari and Chandler. The Knicks even had high hopes for Mozgov, who was considered to be a young player with a considerable amount of upside. The Knicks don’t have any depth on their bench like the Miami HEAT does with Mike Miller, Eddie House, James Jones, Erik Dampier, Joel Anthony etc. Toney Douglas, Andy Rautins, Corey Brewer, Ronaldo Balkman and Shawne Williams do not exactly make up a championship caliber supporting cast. Most of these guys are young and unproven players. There is no doubt that the Knicks have a very bright future ahead of them. Having two superstar players on one team is a great start towards building a future dynasty. The bottomline is, the Knicks still have a lot of unfinished business to take care of.
FAU Owls finish historic regular season with 74-64 win MOBILE, AL - Having already achieved a long list of notable accomplishments this season, the Florida Atlantic men’s basketball team added another with a 74-64 win over South Alabama on Sunday. The win is the 21st for the Owls this season, matching the best single season total in school history and is the most at the Division I level. FAU (21-9, 13-3 Sun Belt) led from the beginning and never surrended the lead, despite a fast start by Martino
Brock. Brock had USA’s first seven points and had the Jaguars within one early, 8-7. FAU led by as many as 10 in the first period, but USA (12-15, 6-10) scored two baskets in a row to go into the locker room down just six at half. A quick Owls run pushed the lead to a dozen. FAU still led by 10 with 10:36 left in the game when USA scored the next nine points to cut the lead to a point, 51-42. At that point, FAU went on an 8-0 run of its own and was never seriously
threatened again. Brett Royster scored 13 points and seven rebounds to lead the team in both categories while Alex Tucker scored all 12 of his points in the second half. The Owls now move on to the Sun Belt Conference tournament, where they will be the no. 1 overall seed. They will play Sunday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m. eastern. Live audio of the game will be available at www.fausports.com and live stats will be available at sunbeltsports.org.
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CRANK UP THE HEAT By Pedro Heizer
The Miami Heat have signed veteran point guard Mike Bibby on Wednesday. This move was already expected by many but it became a reality when Miami cut ties with Puerto Rican sensation Carlos Arroyo, who had fallen out Head Coach Erik Spoelstra’s rotation, on Tuesday. I was never a big fan of Carlos Arroyo but I must admit cutting ties with the “Puerto Rican Sensation” is a rather odd move given the fact Arroyo is a “fan favorite”, went to nearby FIU and had started 42 games for Miami, shot 43% from three-point range, and averaged less than one turnover per game. Arroyo lost his starting job to Mario Chalmers at the beginning of the year but has been inconsistent since taking over as the starter and has rarely been on the court late in games. As we all are aware, Miami has been looking for a consistent point guard to guide this star-studded team of
Dwyane Wade, LeBron James and Chris Bosh for quite some time now. Everyone knew that Miami’s weakness was in the point guard position, and with the acquisition of Mike Bibby, Miami has moved in the right direction. Mike Bibby has averaged 15.4 points and 5.7 assists over 13 seasons, with the Memphis Grizzlies, Sacramento Kings and Atlanta Hawks before he was traded by Atlanta last week and played one game with the Wizards. Bibby is averaging career lows in points (9.1) and assists (3.6) this season, but is shooting a career-best 44.1 percent from 3-point range. Bibby is expected to better spread the floor and run the offense. “It will be good to have a veteran, experienced point guard, someone who can control games, someone that knows how to give the ball up at certain times and knock down big shots,” Wade said. “Spread the floor, make great decisions and [create] a lot of easy baskets. It’s not going to happen fast, but it’s something we can work out with Mike.” You can say what you want about Miami signing Mike Bibby, you can say that Bibby is not the same player he once
was with the Sacramento Kings (Which is true), you can say he’s not an effective player in the league anymore (which is false) but whatever you say, you can’t look at me and say that this is not an upgrade from Mario Chalmers. Nothing against Chalmers, but Bibby is a savvy veteran who has been to the Western Conference Finals and was a few bad calls away from taking the Sacramento Kings to the NBA Finals. If you look at Bibby’s stat this season and Mario’s stat this season, they are almost identical except for threepoint shooting percentage. Bibby, as I stated earlier, is shooting a career-high 44.1 percent while Chalmers is shooting 35 percent, clearly an upgrade. But don’t take my word for it, listen to LeBron James’ words when he found out Miami had signed Mike Bibby, “He’s going to help us out tremendously” and I agree with him.
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If peak performance is what you are after then you need to learn how to do a proper golf ball comparison. Just like choosing the right golf clubs, picking the correct ball for you is just a matter of matching the different types of balls with your swing and how you play golf. Golf balls are all the same, aren’t they? They may be small, but they are one of the most engineered pieces of golfing equipment. Have you ever taken a really close look at a golf ball? They have different feels, different densities and different spins resulting in a different action, depending on how you play the game. To get the best out of your game and your golf ball, you need to match each section of the golf ball with your level of skill and style, First off, you need to chose the correct golf ball compression. The compression is the measurement of how tightly wound the ball is. Depending on your swing speed, depends on how the compression comes into play. If you’re swing speed is quite slow, then you will want a lower compression. Therefore, the faster the speed, the higher the golf ball compression that you will need. In total, the compression ratings are broken down into three seperate groups. The first group is the 80 compression golf balls.
They tend to be the softest and produce what essentially results in a sling shot effect when they are hit. They fly farther after being hit but they are much hard to control and hit accurately. They are the most popular type of golf ball amongst women, senior and junior players for their distance alone. The next group is the 90 compression rating golf balls. Due to their middle of the road standing, soft enough to provide good distance on a slower swing but hard enough to provide a good degree of control, these are a good match for most male players in a golf ball comparison. They also prove to be a great choice for the more advanced female players. The final group is the 100 compression rating golf balls. Fast swing speeds are needed for top performance due to these being the hardest balls. These type of balls are most popular amongest the low handicap and scratch players due to the faster swing speeds and the higher level of control. Of course the only real way for you to know which is the best fit golf ball compression for your game is to do your own golf ball comparison. So, why not take a few of each of the golf ball compressions out to the driving range and find out which ones work best for you. Article Source: http://www. golfarticles.net
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East /West Boca Raton, Highland Beach , Delray Beach FL - March 3 through March 9, 2011 •Year II •Number 037
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