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“Jesus said to them, ‘I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever belives in me shall never thirst.’” - John 6:35
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Boca Raton Football Club is delighted to announce that the club has joined the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) as league members and will begin play in the 2019 Spring Season. • Boca Raton Football has announced that the club will be playing in the United Premier Soccer League in the 2019 Season. Boca will continue to play at Atlantic High School, and now South County Regional Park as well. Jim Rooney has remained as the coach. ing the fabric of their communities. • With 147 novels published, it’s no wonder that the • The Tony-nominated musical WAITRESS, world’s best-selling author, James Patterson, writes all which opens March 5 - 10 has cast two young area day, every day. “I love it,” Patterson told the crowd of actresses to take on the role of “Lulu” during the more than 540 yesterday as the guest speaker at Palm Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Beach State College’s 7th annual STEAM luncheon. Arts engagement. Caroline Joslin, age 4, of Jupiter “Writing to me is an opportunity to share my truth and Amelia Tuttle, age 4, will alternate the role either realistically or symbolically as to how I view of “Lulu,” the daughter of the production’s main the world.” The event, chaired by South Florida character, Jenna. businesswoman and philanthropist Yvonne Boice and presented by Bank of America, has raised $250,000 • The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation in cash and pledges for STEAM scholarships with awarded Florida Atlantic University’s Adams Cen- ongoing initiatives ter for Entrepreneurship two-year, $110,000 grant to expand its Entrepreneur Boot Camp, Business • Just eight years after opening its first studio in Plan Competition and other activities that will 2010, Orangetheory Fitness crossed a threshold few contribute to the growth of the entrepreneurial companies ever manage to reach: exceeding $1 billion ecosystem and economic development throughin systemwide revenues for 2018. The leader in heartout Palm Beach County. “The Knight Foundation rate interval training and one of the world’s fastestgrant enables the FAU Adams Center to expand growing fitness franchise brands reached the billionits educational programs in partnership with both dollar mark in systemwide sales in 2018, thanks to a the private and public sectors across all of Palm loyal and growing member base and continued rapid Beach County,” said Roland Kidwell, director of studio expansion. As of today, Orangetheory Fitthe Adams Center and chair of the Department of ness operates more than 1,100 studios in the United Management Programs in FAU’s College of Busi- States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, ness. “We hope this program will assist entrepreHong Kong, Singapore, China, Poland, New Zealand, neurs and family firms particularly in traditionally Germany, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Colombia, underserved communities.” Israel, Peru and Chile, among others. The company has another 500+ studios in its development pipeline. • Florida Atlantic University High School students Hannah Herbst and Vithulan Suthakaran were • Following its widely acclaimed New York City run, named scholars in the Regeneron Science Talent which came to a close in September, NBCUniversal Search, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious sci- International Studios opened Downton Abbey: The ence and math competition. A total of 300 schol- Exhibition in South Florida on Saturday, November ars were selected from 1,964 applications, which 10. Downton Abbey: The Exhibition offers a fully were received from 601 high schools in 48 states, immersive experience inside the world of Carnitwo U.S. territories and eligible students living in val Films’ multi-award- winning global television seven other countries. Only five students in Florida phenomenon and recently announced feature film. were named scholars in the Regeneron Science It concluded its New York City run over Labor Day Talent Search, and Herbst and Suthakaran were the weekend and will now move to CityPlace in the heart only two named in Palm Beach County. of downtown West Palm Beach. • Twelve Florida Atlantic University High School students have been named finalists in the 2019 • Attention auto enthusiasts, classic motorcycle fans, National Merit® Scholarship Competition. These fellow foodies and wine lovers, and party-goers of all high school seniors will now have the opportunity sorts: The Concours d’ Elegance and Hangar Party to compete for 7,500 National Merit scholarships are almost here! For the past 12 years, vintage car & worth more than $31 million. motorcycle enthusiasts, collectors, and motorheads of all sorts come from across the country to Boca • Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business Raton for the esteemed Concours d’ Elegance. This hosted the 27th annual Business Leader of the three-day, the world-class extravaganza is one of the Year breakfast recently at the Boca Raton Resort & finest concourses (vintage car shows) in the country, Club to celebrate the accomplishments of Fabiola showcasing classic and vintage cars, motorcycles, and “Fab” Brumley, Bank of America market president other vehicles, all set upon the majestic greens of in Palm Beach County. the Boca Raton Resort and Club. In fact, The Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance is the largest for-charity • The City of Boca Raton has announced new Concours event in the world! This year’s event, “The rules initiated to control the time and number of 13th Annual Boca Raton Concours d’ Elegance garage sales a resident can hold each year. The new regulations were promulgated to curb, what some presented by Mercedes-Benz and AutoNation” once within our community felt were intrusive activities again features the nation’s top car geek, Mr. Jay Leno, by neighbors hold frequent garbage sales, disrupt- who will preside over all three days’ events.
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COMMUNITY Two Local Young Actresses Cast as Knight Foundation Awards Grant ‘Lulu’ in WAITRESS to FAU’s Adams Center
The Tony-nominated musical WAITRESS, which opens March 5 - 10 has cast two young area actresses to take on the role of “Lulu” during the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts engagement. Caroline Joslin, age 4, of Jupiter and Amelia Tuttle, age 4, will alternate the role of “Lulu,” the daughter of the production’s main character, Jenna. WAITRESS tells the story of “Jenna”, an expert pie baker working at a local diner and stuck in a loveless marriage. Her salvation comes in the form of her daughter, “Lulu.” Both girls were chosen via an audition process held at the Kravis Center. Over 40 girls participated in the auditions, which were presided over by members of the WAITRESS company. The character of “Lulu” is cast locally in each tour market and two girls are chosen to share the role. Each four-year-old girl chosen will perform in 4 performances each during the engagement. Caroline Claire Joslin loves her Montessori school, Turtle River and dancing tap, ballet and jazz at Paris Ballet where she’s performed in THE NUTCRACKER and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM. “I was stunned when we got the call,” says Caroline’s mother, Nicole Joslin. “I was just thrilled that she had such a positive experience at the audition and asked to do more! This opportunity for Caroline is amazing and I couldn’t be more thankful to the production of WAITRESS and the Kravis Center for giving her this opportunity!” Amelia Tuttle is from Tampa, Florida. She has done acting classes and participat-
ed in community productions for the last two years and this is her first major production. Aside from acting, Amelia enjoys dancing, singing, gymnastics, horseback riding and swimming. “I grew up attending Broadway shows and performing on stage, and much to my delight, Amelia has found the same passions,” says Amelia’s mother, Ella Tuttle. “So when this opportunity came along we had to jump at it. We are so proud of her and her accomplishments! Amelia cannot wait to be a part of the WAITRESS cast.” Brought to life by a groundbreaking all-female creative team, WAITRESS is an irresistible new hit featuring original music and lyrics by 6-time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles (“Brave,” “Love Song”), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (“I Am Sam”) and direction by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus (Finding Neverland, Pippin, Hair). Inspired by Adrienne Shelley’s beloved film, the musical tells the story of Jenna – a waitress and expert pie maker, Jenna dreams of a way out of her small town and loveless marriage. A baking contest in a nearby county and the town’s new doctor may offer her a chance at a fresh start, while her fellow waitresses offer their own recipes for happiness. But Jenna must summon the strength and courage to rebuild her own life. “It’s an empowering musical of the highest order!” raves the Chicago Tribune. “WAITRESS is a little slice of heaven!” says Entertainment Weekly and “a monumental contribution to Broadway!” according to Marie Claire. Don’t miss this uplifting musical celebrating friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a wellmade pie.
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation awarded Florida Atlantic University’s Adams Center for Entrepreneurship two-year, $110,000 grant to expand its Entrepreneur Boot Camp, Business Plan Competition and other activities that will contribute to the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem and economic development throughout Palm Beach County. “The Knight Foundation grant enables the FAU Adams Center to expand its educational programs in partnership with both the private and public sectors across all of Palm Beach County,” said Roland Kidwell, director of the Adams Center and chair of the Department of Management Programs in FAU’s College of Business. “We hope this program will assist entrepreneurs and family firms particularly in traditionally underserved communities.” Partnering with the 1909 Palm Beach County Entrepreneurship Initiative and local governments, the Adams Center will offer an eight-week Train-the-Trainer program in the spring, in which 1909 staff members and others in Palm Beach County are taught to effectively deliver the FAU boot camp program. Trainers will have the opportunity to work with entrepreneurs and mentors in the program and after graduation will have a certificate through the Adams Center to deliver the boot camp program to other groups of entrepreneurs. Boot camps will be offered in the fall in multiple locations, including downtown West Palm Beach and FAU’s John D. MacArthur Campus in Jupiter. The Knight Foundation project also will enable the Adams Center to expand its Business Plan Competition to a wider range of businesses. Along with seed money and a spot in the 1909 accelerator, teams will compete for legal and business services, and may have the opportunity to present their business plans to local angel
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investors and venture capital groups. Boot camp graduates will be invited to enter the annual community Business Plan Competition, which will take place in the fall, and eventually be invited to compete in the Launch Competition hosted by FAU Tech Runway. The grant enables the Adams Center to expand its Family Firm Initiative efforts into West Palm Beach starting in the spring and to offer these services on a continuing basis. The Family Firm Initiative connects two important economic development players in South Florida: family firms and new ventures. Family firms in South Florida receive advice and assistance in developing innovative practices, strategic plans to define direction, succession and transition of the firm. Firms also receive assistance in managing family firm dynamics and conflict resolution. An estimated 10 to 20 firms will receive free introductory advising sessions each year under the grant. “This program will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the existing entrepreneurial ecosystem throughout Palm Beach County by supporting entrepreneurs of all types across our communities,” said Kevin Cox, assistant director of the Adams Center and a visiting assistant professor in FAU’s College of Business. Named in recognition of FAU alumnus Scott H. Adams in 2001, the Adams Center for Entrepreneurship prepares students and entrepreneurs in all disciplines who are looking to become successful business owners. The center also focuses on community engagement efforts offering a portfolio of programs such as the family business initiative, Shrimp Tank podcast, annual business plan competition, entrepreneur boot camp course and the Veterans Florida Entrepreneurship Program.
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Boca Library Presents New Photo Exhibit Boca Raton, FL - Prepare to be captivated by the dramatic new photo exhibit, “The World, My Lens and I,” by Diane DeQuevedo Klein, at the Downtown Library in Boca Raton! Enjoy a diverse and stunning array of photographs depicting the people and landscapes in our world. DeQuevedo Klein studied and taught philosophy at the university level and then worked in business before finding fulfillment as a photographer. “A photograph captures a discrete moment in time. When I photograph people, I hope to capture
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a decisive moment about what it is to be a person, to feel like a person, or to be a person among other people,” notes DeQuevedo Klein. “Nevertheless, the world being as diverse and interesting as it is, I am equally drawn to an architectural detail, a field of grass, or an urban landscape.” “The World, My Lens and I” will run from March 3–April 28, 2019, at the Downtown Library, an Art in Public Places venue, at 400 NW 2nd Avenue. The exhibit is free and open to the public during regular library hours.
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2019 Men with Caring Hearts Awards Luncheon Honors a Community of Leading Men With Caring Hearts
Boca Raton, FL – Boca Raton recognizes it’s most valuable male leaders at the 18th Annual Men with Caring Hearts (MWCH) Awards Luncheon on Friday, April 26, 2019 at Boca West Country Club. Palm Beach County’s non-profit organizations are given an opportunity to recognize and honor their male volunteers who selflessly commit to making life better for others living in South Florida. Co-Chair and FFCDC Board Member Heather Shaw, and Co-Chair and FFCDC supporter Scott Van Wyngarden welcome the community to join them at 10:30 a.m. for a champagne reception as well as a raffle and silent auction. The afternoon will kick off with a sit-down luncheon and awards ceremony with a special presenta-
tion from some of FFCDC’s children. Every year the program honors two extraordinary men who have personally dedicated their lives to the betterment of our community. This year’s Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to the remarkable Gary Peters, Board President of Boca Helping Hands, for his transformative work. The Biggest Heart Award will be presented to the innovative John C. Tolbert, President of the Boca Raton Resort and Club. As FFCDC collects testimonials from their peers, it is clear why these two upstanding gentleman have been selected to be honored. To learn more about this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree and Biggest Heart Honoree, or for a complete list of nominees, please visit www.ffcdc.org or email Alana Lagerström at alagerstrom@ ffcdc.org. This event is made possible by all of the compassionate supporters and participating non-profits. All proceeds directly impact FFCDC’s most vulnerable children and their families through the power of education. For a full list of sponsors and nominating non-profits, please visit www. ffcdc.org. Tickets are $125 per person and $1,250 for a table of 12.
FAU’s Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education Hosts Dinner to Honor Outstanding Holocaust Educators Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education (CHHRE) will host its annual Educator Appreciation Dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 27 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Boca Lago Country Club, 8665 Juego Way, Boca Raton. The dinner will celebrate the exceptional work of K-12 teachers supported by FAU’s CHHRE and honor the 2018 Gutterman Family Outstanding Holocaust Educators. Teachers and their families, colleagues, students, Holocaust survivors and members of the community are encouraged to attend. Tickets are $100 per person or $1,000 for a table of 10. Educators may purchase tickets for $50, and patrons can sponsor a teacher for $50 or sponsor a Holocaust survivor for $100. For more information on tickets, visit https://fauf. fau.edu/chhre-dinner, email goldmana@ fau.edu, or call 561-297-2929. The event is sponsored by Polen Capital and proceeds will help continue professional and community Holocaust, genocide and human rights education programs. “Each year we celebrate the accomplishments of outstanding teachers who go above and beyond the requirements of the Holocaust education mandate and are truly making a difference in the lives of their students, in their schools and in the world,” said Linda Medvin, director of the CHHRE. We know that education is the best hope against hatred and all proceeds are dedicated to continue our mission to keep the hope alive.” Four educators will be presented with the Gutterman Family Outstanding Holocaust Educator of the Year Award, which enables them to participate in a field study to visit Holocaust sites in Poland and Israel. The highly competitive award is funded by Arthur Gutterman, a benefactor whose generous contributions help sustain the CHHRE’s community and professional learning programs. The award recognizes educators from elementary through high
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school who have demonstrated a positive impact on their schools and the wider community within the field of Holocaust, genocide and human rights education. It honors individuals who actively, by their example and through teaching these difficult subjects, strengthen South Florida students’ world-citizenship and capacity to uphold the dignity of all persons. This year’s award recipients are: -Broward County Public Schools ·Ivy Schamis – Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School -School District of Palm Beach County · Nancy Mensch – Egret Lake Elementary School · Mary Ellen Richichi – Independence Middle School · Carolina Simons – Loggers Run Community Middle School The Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education (CHHRE) is a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit organization whose mission is to promote respect for all people through the study of Holocaust, genocide and human rights, and is an integral unit of FAU’s Peace, Justice and Human Rights Initiative. The Center relies exclusively on private donations to provide Professional Learning programs and classroom resources for teachers and students, and community programs to support the mandated FL.ST 1003.42: Required Instruction of the Holocaust. Programs include teacher workshops, Holocaust Summer Institute, and an annual trip to the United States Holocaust Museum in Washington D.C., as well as movie nights open to the community. The CHHRE serves more than 500 K-12 educators in public, private, charter, parochial and Jewish Day Schools throughout Broward, Palm Beach, St. Lucie, Martin, Indian River, Glades and Okeechobee counties.
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EDITORIAL By C. Ron Allen
CommUNITY Champions Practicing What They Preach The spiritual works of compassion/ mercy – especially teaching the faith and putting up with the annoyances of others – are very important. But it is about time that more leaders of our local houses of worship examine their conscience to see if they are practicing the things they preach. While visiting a local park recently, I went over to speak with a man and woman seated on a bench. I soon learned that they were homeless and that parishioners from Cason United Methodist Church, under the leadership of the Rev. Alexis Talbott, had just dropped off their freshly-washed clothes, a weekly ritual of the members of the Delray Beach church. We had a long conversation during which I learned a lot about the life journeys of both. Only a few weeks later while driving through the neighborhood, I noticed Live Fresh, a 29.5 foot-long mobile shower, in use on a vacant lot.
There, several members of Cason and St. Matthews Episcopal Church were on hand volunteering their time. The air-conditioned trailer, which has private showers and changing area combination rooms, stops at the lot each Friday to help and restore dignity to the county’s homeless. Cason, St. Matthews and neighboring Resurrection Life Fellowship became the new sites for a soup kitchen after the city ended a 20-year agreement with the Caring Kitchen, which served hot meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner at a cityowned building at 196 NW Eighth Ave. The city stopped officials with the Caring Kitchen after neighbors complained of public defecation, fights and people sleeping in yards near the cityowned building. Now, this is not to say other churches are not doing great or remarkable things. However, most of them are doing it among themselves only. I was further impressed when Cason
provided transportation to KOP Mentoring Network after the transmission in the 20-year-old van died, leaving students stranded on the interstate while on their way to a class in West Palm Beach one night. I reached out to several local churches to use their vans following the November incident and one agreed to transport them for $150 per trip. Another nodded yes. One issue: the van had no insurance although they had been transporting parishioners. Rev. Talbott offered her van, which saved the year for the students. Each Thursday they travel to West Palm Beach where they are learning digital media at the Center for Creative Education. As I was about to give in to despair, one of my peers quickly intervened. She encouraged me to join together and ask the Lord to raise up a generation of pastors who will lead this community with integrity, compassion, godly vision and Christlike character.
I had the pleasure of meeting with Rev. Talbott shortly after she took over a few years ago and she shared her vision for the church and the community. She has a big and bold vision for Cason, she loves the youth of the community and she has embraced this community. Here is a leader who has been working in and outside the church to bring needed messages to the community, to bring hope and to make a change. Her commitment was birthed out of her love for God. In my humble opinion, Rev. Alexis Talbott is committed in her dedication to spiritual practices -daily acts of Scripture reading, instructing the ignorant, devotion, Christian meditation, community service and, of course, prayer. We want to hear from you. If you know of a church that has been providing extraordinary service outside the church, please let us know. C. Ron Allen can be reached at 561665-0151 or crallen@Delraybeachtribune. com.
POSITIVE LIVING By Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr.
You Can Control Your Reactions! Every person is permitted to feel frustrated, to be angry, and to experience disappointment. What one is not entitled to do is to pass those emotions on to others, or to use the moment of uncertainty to make others responsible for the way they feel! Even if some of those might have been partially or totally the fault of someone else, one is personally responsible to act properly, to deal intelligently and courteously with another, in the light of any unpleasant occurrence! Self-control is a human quality which applies not just to what someone can refrain from doing, but also from what a person should stop saying and even
thinking, about anyone or any distressing situation. Far too many people are prone to jump to conclusions too soon, before having all the needed facts, thus causing unnecessary discordant notes to sound, affecting an ever larger multitude of individuals, most of whom have nothing to do with the conflict which could’ve been avoided altogether! Obviously, every person has a right to question whatever happens, to ascertain precisely what led to the incident. In several occasions, once the facts are gathered and reason prevails, one can quickly see that what appeared to be quite bad, happens not to be that at all; the fear
of a disruption of relationships had no basis whatsoever! One of the principles by which I have operated for quite some time is always to suspend judgment in any situation we face, especially one in which where suspicions are possible, and even wrong-doing on the part of another is feasible. The trouble is that many persons are lazy, preferring to think and act erroneously in situations of this nature, instead of seeking a wiser path which entails many inquiries before arriving at a correct conclusion. Not to be forgotten is also the way truth is perceived and held these days. Some people don’t view truth as it has
consistently been viewed and respected throughout human history. For some, truth is not significant anymore. Yet, only when it is found, affirmed, and defended on any situation or issue, can one provide the needed answer to any conflict. Once it’s recognized, then the issue in question can be settled. Use your mind, involve your heart, control your emotions, speak with caution, and avoid by every possible means reaching any conclusions on a wrong basis, and with the improper tools of mind and reasonableness. Ultimately, only positive results will be satisfying, insofar as they conform to reality!
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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BOCA SOCIETY HAPPENINGS By Charlotte Beasley
By Robert Tamasy
Valentine’s Day Murder Mystery Event
MAKING YOUR MARK THROUGH MENTORING, PART 1
Valentine’s Day was spent at a Murder Mystery Dinner at Maggiano’s with my friend, Alvin where a huge crowd thought we were part of the show and voted us the murderer’s! Funny Event and lots of food family style! Ran into the Krieger’s as well!
“I want to make a difference.” Have you ever made this statement? It is a thought many of us have expressed, whether in public or at least to ourselves. Whether you are a Baby Boom generation member on the back end of your career, or a Millennial just getting a start in the workplace, this is a desire many of us share. The question is, how do we make that difference? How can we succeed in making a mark that will endure long after our working days have ended? There are many possible suggestions, but there is one I would highly recommend: Mentoring. I know, you might have an objection, saying something like, “I had a mentor once – a terrible experience!” That is not the kind of mentoring I’m talking about. Many of us have had a bad experience in which a mentor was assigned to us, had no genuine interest in us, and viewed being a mentor as an imposed assignment. No, the kind of mentoring I mean involves a mutually beneficial relationship, two people on a journey together seeking to grow and build into one another’s lives. When David A. Stoddard and I co-authored The Heart of Mentoring: Ten Proven Principles for Developing People to Their Fullest Potential, we were drawing from Dave’s experience of having two wonderful mentors who invested much of themselves into him, listening and teaching and modeling what it meant to be successful in business – and in life. Dave went on to replicate that mentoring process in the lives of dozens of other men for more than 30 years. He passed away five years ago this month, but his impact – the mark he made through mentoring others - continues to this day through
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many of those individuals. What does that kind of mentoring look like? Here are a few of the principles we cited in our book, along with biblical precepts that undergird those principles: Living is about giving. Too often, mentoring is viewed through a “what’s in it for me” lens. The most effective mentoring is done focused on the best interests of the person being mentored, whom we termed the “mentoring partner.” We want to help him or her become all they can possibly be. “…remembering the words of the Lord Jesus Himself: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive’” (Acts 20:35). Mentoring is a process that requires perseverance. Spending time with someone who needs our help at times can be frustrating or discouraging, especially when we fail to see the progress we had hoped for. That is why perseverance is necessary, pressing on and remaining committed to the mentor even when expectations are not met.“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up”(Galatians 6:9). Effective mentors open their world to their mentoring partners. Nothing builds trust more than being transparent, even totally vulnerable, to the other person. As we are open to others, honest with our own struggles, that gives them confidence to become open with us. “We loved you so much that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well” (1 Thessalonians 2:8). I will take a look at some of the other principles from The Heart of Mentoring in the next “Monday Manna.”
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Boca Raton Regional Hospital Toppel Family Place Offers Nitrous Oxide Therapy During Childbirth BOCA RATON, FL – Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s Toppel Family Place is now offering nitrous oxide as a pain management tool during labor. The blend of 50 percent oxygen with 50 percent nitrous oxide can be used on its own; or in combination with other forms of pain control such as epidural anesthesia. Nitrous oxide works by decreasing the sensation of pain and interfering with a patient’s stress response to reduce anxiety. The nitrous oxide is self-administered and can be used during all stages of labor. A face mask or mouthpiece is held by the patient and she has the ability to control intake until a safe maximum level has been reached. Relief can be felt within a couple minutes. It can be stopped quickly, leaves the body within approximately five minutes and the patient can still choose another
pain relief aid. “Toppel Family Place continues to evolve its capabilities to better meet the needs of our patients,” said Karen Edlington, RN, BSc, Director of Toppel Family Place. “Childbirth should be one of a woman’s most cherished memories. We are continuously focused on making sure our new mothers are comfortable and have access to the latest innovations during labor.” The use of nitrous oxide does not interfere with the mother’s labor progress or her ability to push. It can be used at any time during labor right up to the point of birth. Patients with B12 deficiency, Crohn’s disease, musculoskeletal disease and other conditions would be excluded from using nitrous oxide.
Twelve FAU High Students Named National Merit Finalists Twelve Florida Atlantic University High School students have been named finalists in the 2019 National Merit® Scholarship Competition. These high school seniors will now have the opportunity to compete for 7,500 National Merit scholarships worth more than $31 million. FAU High School students to earn this distinction are Noa Abiri, Ajay Desai, Delaney Dobson, Paige Fries, Willow Hearne, Diego Jerez, Dustin Karp, Eli Levit, Joseph Michaud, Rudy Paul, Eleanor Stuart and Cyndi Turner. “This is one of the highest recognitions a high school student can earn,” said Joel Herbst, Ed.D., superintendent of PK-12 schools and educational programs at FAU. “To qualify as a finalist in this highly competitive program not only displays each students’ dedication to education, but their passion for extracurricular ac-
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tivities and their leadership demonstrated in, and out, of the classroom.” To become a National Merit finalist, each semifinalist must submit a detailed scholarship application, which includes their academic record, extracurricular activities, demonstrated leadership abilities, employment, honors and awards. They also must be endorsed by a high school official, write an essay, and perform well on the SAT. The 2019 National Merit Scholarship winners will be announced in the summer. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) is a not-for-profit organization that identifies and honors academically talented U.S. high school students. Since its founding in 1955, NMSC has recognized more than 3 million students and provided more than $1.7 billion in scholarships.
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BocaCare® Now Offering Concierge Medicine
BOCA RATON, FL – Boca Raton Regional Hospital (BRRH) today announced Aaron Klein, DO, has joined its BocaCare® physician network and will offer a concierge medicine option to the network’s patients. This initiative represents the first hospital-based concierge medicine program in Palm Beach County. Dr. Klein is board-certified in Internal Medicine and has been practicing medicine in Boca Raton for 13 years. He formerly served as Chief of Medicine for BRRH. His primary interests are preventive, geriatric and sports medicine. Dr. Klein earned his degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Davie, Florida. His postgraduate training included an internship and residency program at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey. He is an Associate Clinical Professor at Florida Atlantic University College of Medicine. Dr. Klein is also Head Team Physician for the Lynn University Athletic Department and Assistant Team Physician for Florida Atlantic University Athletic Department. “Dr. Klein’s experience and reputation in concierge medicine presents an exciting option for our primary care patients,” said Amy Cole, President of BocaCare®
and Vice President of Physician Networks at BRRH. “His addition brings a new dimension to our network’s capabilities and services.” Patients enrolled in Dr. Klein’s concierge practice have immediate and continuous access to Dr. Klein 24 hours a day, seven days a week, same-day office visits and extended on-time appointments. These benefits are available at an affordable outof-pocket annual fee that is independent of patients’ health insurance liabilities. Another distinguishing characteristic is expedited referrals to BRRH specialists should the patient’s condition warrant additional services. “The medical field is ever-changing and growing. As an Internal Medicine physician, it is my responsibility to ensure my practice mirrors those advancements providing the most cutting-edge and highquality care to my patients. Since Boca Raton Regional Hospital and BocaCare maintain these same priorities, collaborating to establish BocaCare Concierge was a natural progression in meeting that responsibility,” said Dr. Klein. “I am excited about this opportunity and what we can provide to our patients.” For more information about Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s Concierge Medical Practice, call 561-955-5VIP (5847).
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FAU Hosts Live Eath-to-Space Call with NASA Astronaut
Florida Atlantic University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science recently hosted more than 200 local high school and college students to experience an Earth-to-space call with NASA astronaut and Expedition 58 flight engineer Anne McClain on board the International Space Station. McClain answered a range of questions from FAU High School students, as well as students from the tri-county area about her background, astronaut training, launch day and what life is like on the space station. She demonstrated microgravity and how to move around on the station during the live video call. “The first time I told my parents I wanted to be an astronaut I was three years old,” said McClain. “Be unrealistic about your dreams but be very realistic about your path to achieve them. When you’re passionate about what you’re doing you’re going to enjoy it more. I would encourage everyone who is passionate about doing something to make a realistic path for themselves.” The schools that participated were: FAU High School; Boynton Beach High School; Katz Yeshiva High School; Olympic Heights High School; Palm Beach Central High School; West Technical Education Center; McNicol Middle Magnet and STEM School; Terra Environmental Research Institute High School; and Jose Marti Mast 6-12 Academy. “FAU is very proud to provide this unique opportunity for local students to
speak with astronauts living and working on the International Space Station,” said FAU President John Kelly. “We hope that this experience will reinforce their interest in STEM subjects and encourage them to pursue careers in these critically important fields.” FAU alumnus and retired NASA astronaut Steve Swanson ’86 delivered an interactive lecture about his time as an astronaut in the NASA space program, which included an explanation of his journey in space and his time on the space station. “It’s always a pleasure to be back at FAU,” said Swanson. “I got an excellent education here. This is a fantastic university and the people here are wonderful. To have the opportunity to represent NASA at my alma mater is a great honor.” U.S. Rep. Ted Deutch was in attendance and spoke prior to a live video call with Gov. Ron DeSantis who greeted the students. Also in attendance were members of FAU’s Board of Trustees and Stella Batalama, Ph.D., dean of FAU’s College of Engineering and Computer Science. “The College of Engineering and Computer Science, in partnership with NASA, is fully committed to introducing and exposing students to science, technology, engineering and math,” said Batalama. “This truly extraordinary experience served as a platform to create, support and nurture interest in STEM and inspire students to revolutionize and transform the technological landscape of the world.”
Patterson Talks Literacy, Arts During STEAM Luncheon
With 147 novels published, it’s no wonder that the world’s best-selling author, James Patterson, writes all day, every day. “I love it,” Patterson told the crowd of more than 540 yesterday as the guest speaker at Palm Beach State College’s 7th annual STEAM luncheon. “Writing to me is an opportunity to share my truth either realistically or symbolically as to how I view the world.” The event, chaired by South Florida businesswoman and philanthropist Yvonne Boice and presented by Bank of America, has raised $250,000 in cash and pledges for STEAM scholarships with ongoing initiatives. Veteran News Anchor Suzanne Boyd served as the moderator for the affair, which was held at the Kravis Center for Performing Arts. The back wall in the Cohen Pavilion was draped with a gigantic image of a library full of bookshelves, which Patterson jokingly referred to as his den. Patterson’s novels were also showcased as centerpieces at each of the 55 tables. “I am stunned by Palm Beach State,” said Patterson, who referred to the College as a gem in Palm Beach County. “What they have done is really impressive. I can tell these are smart people.” Patterson, who still writes using a No. 2 pencil always hoping that his next book will be his best yet, spoke about his successful career, the importance of STEAM education, his writing techniques, childhood, advice for young authors, and his passion, which he says has gotten more intense over the years, to help children learn to read. “The percentage of kids reading at grade level in Florida is about 43 percent,” Patterson said. “If we can move Florida up into the 70s, it will save lives.” This is something he reminds teachers, librarians and other groups everywhere he speaks - that when they help children read, everyone wins. “A piece of the problem is that teachers teach reading but a lot of them have not been taught how to teach reading. It’s not that they are not great teachers and terrific human beings. It’s just that there are some tricks to make learning to read better that they need to apply.” Teachers play a role, however, Patter-
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son strongly believes it’s not their primary responsibility to teach children to read. “It’s the responsibility of the parents,” said Patterson.When Patterson found his own son, Jack, didn’t have much interest in reading at age 7, he and his wife, Sue, went out and bought him a dozen books to read over the summer. When Jack asked if he had to read them, Patterson joked, “Yes, unless you want to live in the garage.” Patterson says by the end of that summer, Jack was a good reader, and he now encourages parents and grandparents to do the same. “If they’re not a confident reader, how are they going to get through high school and into college,” Patterson asked. When children do become confident readers and go to colleges, he says it’s important for them to continue to learn the arts. “Even if your thing is something else like science it’s important to stay creative. There are a lot of things that the arts bring to the table which are really useful to people in science and math and other disciplines. The arts can especially help pre-med students and doctors relate better with their patients,” Patterson said. As the luncheon closed, Boyd asked Patterson which character out of his novels he relates to the most. “I relate a little bit with Alex Cross. He’s really family oriented and has this struggle with balancing work and home life.” The STEAM luncheon is part of PBSC’s STEAM initiative, which aims to impact the projected shortage of local, skilled professionals in STEAM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math). Goals for the initiative include increasing student scholarships, business partnerships, internships and other academic program enhancements to prepare more graduates for these high-wage, high demand positions. “To date, we have given scholarships to hundreds of students, allowing them to write a much different scenario for their lives than they had ever imagined,” Boice told the crowd. “Thank you all for supporting STEAM and for giving our students the chance to be the hero of their own stories.”
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SPORTS Boca Raton FC Joins United Premier Soccer League as New League Member
Lynn Men’s Tennis Holds at No. 3 in ITA National Rankings
Boca Raton FC Joins UPSL for 2019 Spring Season
Boca Raton, FL - Boca Raton Football Club is delighted to announce that the club has joined the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) as league members and will begin play in the 2019 Spring Season. The club will play in the UPSL’s Southeast Conference Florida South Division, and will host its UPSL home games at Atlantic Community High School (2455 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach, FL 33445) and South County Regional Park (South County Regional Park, Boca Raton, FL 33498) in compliance with UPSL’s Minimum Standards. “We are excited to welcome Boca Raton FC to Florida South Division. Boca Raton FC has proven itself on the field and is looking for a better way to showcase its talented players,” said UPSL Southeast Conference Florida Division Manager Christian Vallejos. “Club President Douglas Heizer is committed to developing players and that’s the bedrock of our league. We think Boca Raton FC will be an excellent addition to UPSL Florida and wish them the best of success moving forward.” Since 2015, Boca Raton FC has found tremendous success. In its inaugural season in 2015, Boca Raton FC steamrolled through the American Premier Soccer League en route to the club’s first title. The team won the APSL’s 2015 Fall Tournament as well. In 2016, Boca Raton FC repeated as both Spring and Fall Champions. Boca Raton FC is the only APSL team to have gone to eight straight APSL Championship semifinals between Spring and Fall seasons. “We are thrilled to join UPSL,” said club president, Douglas Heizer. “We have
players that are ready to play, and the UPSL will give us the right platform for our players because the main goal of our club is to develop and move players on to real professional clubs and for colleges. The UPSL is the right competition for our players to showcase themselves. We will not be putting our academy team, these are going to be our best players because we’re going out there to win this competition, and our ultimate goal is to compete and return to the Lamar Hant U.S. Open Cup in 2020.” Jim Rooney will lead Boca Raton FC, Rooney led Boca Raton FC to a 10-10-2 record across all competitions in 2018, taking Boca Raton FC to their fourth straight APSL Semifinals and growing a young team from scratch to recreate a winning culture within the organization. As a player, Rooney captained Major League Soccer’s (MLS) Miami Fusion from 1999 to 2001, leading the Fusion to the Supporters Shield crown in 2001 and the US Open Cup Final in 2000. Rooney was an MLS All-Star in 2001 and in total scored 21 times and notched 22 assists in an MLS career that spanned six seasons and playing for the MetroStars, Miami Fusion, and the New England Revolution. Boca Raton FC participated in the 2016 and 2017 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup tournaments and has routinely broken attendance records for soccer in Palm Beach County (Fla.) and were the 6th ranked in attendance in NPSL during the 2018 season according to the website, kenn.com (http://www.kenn.com/the_ blog/?p=9979).
The second installment of the Oracle/ ITA Collegiate Tennis National Rankings of the 2019 season were released this week with the Lynn University men’s tennis team holding its spot at No. 3 in NCAA Division II. The Fighting Knights are off to a 4-0
start this season, highlighted by a 4-3 Sunshine State Conference victory at then-No. 7 Saint Leo University. Lynn also picked up out-of-division victories over St. Thomas (Fla.), No. 2 Keiser and Webber International. Barry and Columbus State flip-flopped in the top two spots ahead of Lynn, with West Florida holding its post at No. 4. Wingate, previously No. 11, makes a sixspot jump to round out the top-five, while Saint Leo moves up one spot to No. 6. The SSC is also represented by Palm Beach Atlantic (No. 12) and Embry-Riddle (No. 18). The preseason individual national rankings for singles and doubles were released on Nov. 21, featuring Lynn’s Jose Porfirio Ordonez (#38) and Kay Bartmann (#43) in the singles national rankings. The next announcement of rankings for both team, singles and doubles will take place on March 20. The Fighting Knights return to league action with a 3 p.m. contest vs. Florida Tech on Friday, Feb. 22.
Lynn Women’s Tennis Jumps to No. 2 in the Nation
Following a 4-0 start to the year, Lynn University’ women’s tennis team moved up three spots and has been tabbed No. 2 in NCAA Division II with this season’s second announcement of the Oracle/ITA Collegiate Tennis National Rankings. The Fighting Knights entered the season ranked No. 5 by the ITA. Lynn has won all four matches so far this season, highlighted by a 6-1 Sunshine State Conference triumph at then-No. 7 Saint Leo. The squad also picked up dominant out-of-division victories over St. Thomas (Fla.), No. 2 Keiser and Webber International. SSC-rival and defending national champions Barry holds its post at No. 1. The previous No. 2 and No. 3 teams, West Florida and Columbus State, both drop
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out of the top-five following early-season losses. Saint Leo moves up as well, coming in at No. 3. Hawaii Pacific remains at No. 4 with Academy of Art moving up one spot to No. 5. The SSC is also represented by No. 7 Nova Southeastern, No. 9 Florida Southern and No. 16 Rollins. The preseason individual national rankings for singles and doubles were released on Nov. 21, but the Fighting Knights did not have any representation. The next announcement of rankings for both team, singles and doubles will take place on March 20. Lynn returns to league action with a 10 a.m. contest vs. Rollins on Saturday, Feb. 23.
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