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By: Charles Maxwell
Gauger is a Republican who is set to face Lauro Diaz in the GOP primary in August. The winner will face the winner of the Democratic primary between Ric Bradshaw and Alexander Freeman.
Michael Gauger, 76, is a Northern Illinois native who has been in South Florida since 1969. After over 50 years working within the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, Gauger is running to replace Ric Bradshaw’s position as sheriff this fall...
Chrissy Gibson Promoted to Deputy City Manager, Elevating Local Talent to Key Leadership Role
Boca Raton, FL – The City of Boca Raton proudly announces the promotion of Chrissy Gibson to the position of Deputy City Manager, effective immediately. In her new capacity, Gibson will assume responsibility for key city departments and divisions, leveraging her extensive experience, dedication, and innovative leadership.
“Given her demonstrated history of effective leadership and strategic insight, I am confident that she will excel in this new capacity and continue to drive positive change within our city,” said Boca Raton City Manager, George Brown. “Ms. Gibson’s journey from her roots in Boca Raton to her current position is a testament to her commitment to the community.”
Gibson’s journey with the city began in 2010 as the Community Relations Manager, where she played a pivotal role in developing strategic partnerships and innovative programming for the Mizner Park Amphitheater...
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Community Cleans Ocean Beach During Coastal Stewards HQ Grand Opening
More than 50 Community Members Cleaned up Ocean Ridge Beach While Learning About Pollution & Micro-Plastics; It was All Part of The Coastal Grand Opening
Event Also Included Presentations, Food, Family Activities and Stewardship
Boca Raton, FL – The Coastal Stewards, formerly known as the Gumbo Limbo Coastal Stewards, marked a significant milestone with the Grand Opening of its new headquarters in Ocean Ridge, ushering in a new era of conservation efforts and community engagement. The event was met with enthusiasm from both supporters and newcomers alike, as more than 50 individuals gathered to partake in a series of meaningful activities aimed at promoting environmental stewardship and awareness.
Kicking off the festivities was a community beach clean-up, spearheaded by the Coastal Stewards’ Youth Council. Participants eagerly rolled up their sleeves and combed the shoreline, collecting debris and litter that threaten the delicate balance of our coastal ecosystems. Following the clean-up, the Coastal
Stewards’ professional team meticulously examined the collected trash, shedding light on the detrimental impact of macro-plastics and other pollutants on marine life.
At the heart of the Coastal Stewards’ mission is a steadfast commitment to safeguarding Florida’s rich biodiversity, including iconic species such as sea turtles, manatees, whales, and dolphins. Employing an innovative approach that leverages technology and collaboration, the organiza-
tion strives to inspire individuals to become lifelong champions for marine conservation.
The Grand Opening also served as an opportunity for the community to engage with the Coastal Stewards and learn more about their impactful work. Through educational presentations, family activities, and interactive exhibits, attendees gained insight into the organization’s initiatives and the pressing issues facing our coastal environments.
Located at 5112 North Ocean Boulevard in Ocean Ridge, the Coastal Stewards’ new headquarters serves as a hub for conservation efforts and community outreach. Members of the public are encouraged to visit and discover firsthand the vital work being done to protect and preserve our coastal ecosystems.
Established in 2012 as Friends of Gumbo Limbo, the Coastal Stewards has evolved into an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to marine life conservation. Their mission, guided by the pillars of sustainability, engagement, and awareness, encompasses a holistic approach to coastal stewardship, encompassing research, rescue, rehabilitation, and release efforts.
For those passionate about making a difference in the health and vitality of our coastal waters, the Coastal Stewards offers numerous opportunities for involvement and support. To learn more about their mission and how you can contribute to a thriving coastal future, visit www.thecoastalstewards.org. Join us in protecting the precious marine ecosystems that define our region’s identity and heritage.
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Free Monthly Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Webinar Offers Consumers Tips on Lawns, Gardens, Composting, Much More
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Boca Raton, FL – Looking to give your landscape that tropical Florida native design? Looking for new ways to mulch your garden with some composting basics? Is your lawn showing signs of pests? The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has you covered.
Mark your calendars for the 2024 Florida-Friendly Landscaping™: Urban Horticulture Lecture Series. This free virtual webinar will connect consumers with a new scientist or Extension agent each month, addressing a specific landscape and gardening topic. The yearlong program, presented by the UF/IFAS Broward Extension
Office, is open to residents throughout the state. The goal is to shed light on key horticulture topics supporting Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ (FFL) principals.
First up on Feb. 13, learn “The Basics of Composting” and regain moisture in your soil. Mica McMillan, a soil scientist at UF/IFAS Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center, will walk participants through the basics of composting kitchen waste for use on soils on landscaping, garden beds and even vegetable gardens. Registration is required. A Zoom link will be provided after registration to gain access to the live webinar.
“We aim to bring consumers the topics they want and need to adopt sustainable landscaping principals,” said Lorna Bravo, UF/IFAS Ex-
tension Broward County director and urban horticulture agent. “We have arranged a schedule that will meet the needs whether it is to improve your garden, landscaping, tree canopy and more.”
Other topics and dates scheduled for the year are:
March 12 – “Be Aware of Toxic Plants” – Chris Marble, associate professor of ornamental landscape weed management at UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research & Education Center.
April 9 – “Design Your Landscape with Intent” – Taylor Clem, horticulture Extension agent and UF/IFAS Extension Nassau County director.
May 14 – “Rain Harvesting” –Lorna Bravo.
June 11 – “UF/IFAS Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program” –Lorna Bravo.
July – No webinar scheduled. Series on summer break.
Aug. 13 – “After the Storm Tree Care” – Michael Orfanedes, commercial horticulture agent at UF/IFAS Extension Broward.
Sept. 10 – “Living Shorelines” –Vincent Encomio, Florida Sea Grant agent for St. Lucie and Martin counties.
Oct. 8 – “Gardening in Small Place” – Norma Samuel, Global Food Systems Institute Extension agent.
Nov. 12 – “Rain Gardens” – Lorna Bravo.
Dec. 10 – “Mulching basics and more” – Chris Marble.
For more information on other topics, contact Lorna Bravo, UF/ IFAS Extension Broward director at lbravo1@ufl.edu.
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The City Celebrates 44 Years as a Tree City USA and Receives Growth Award
Boca Raton, FL – The City of Boca Raton is celebrating its 44th consecutive year as a Tree City USA and its 5th Growth Award from the National Arbor Day Foundation, which promotes the benefit trees bring to urban environments – cooler temperatures, cleaner air, higher property values, and health -
ier residents. The recognition and award are reflective of the City’s long-standing efforts to maintain and strengthen its tree canopy.
Launched in 1976, the Tree City USA program provides communities with a four-step framework to maintain and grow their tree cover and has since recognized more than 3,500 communities from across the county. As a Tree City USA, Boca Raton meets the criteria of having a current tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a community forestry program with a minimtum annual budget, and an annual Arbor Day observance and proclamation. As a Growth Award recipient, the City demonstrated even higher levels of tree care and community engagement.
“The recognition and award reflect our ongoing work and partnership with Community Greening to enhance our resident’s tree cano -
py, and the City’s dedication to natural area enhancement and restoration projects like Lake Wyman, Rutheford Park and the work on our beach dunes,” said Sustainability Manager Lindsey Roland Nieratka. “We look forward to more community involvement – and awards – as we continually improve the City’s tree canopy.”
Boca Raton’s first tree protection ordinance was in 1965 – it was the first city in the U.S. to have one. The Tree City USA program began 11 years later. Since then, the City has been committed to nurturing its tree canopy through leadership, policy, and continual community involvement programs. Currently, the Office of Sustainability, along with the University of Florida’s IFAS Extension, is hosting a community program aimed at helping residents build better native landscapes in their own yards:
Sustainable Yards Series
· February 21: Gardening for Wildlife: Learn how to attract birds and butterflies to your yard.
· March 27: Planting for Water Quality: Perfect for HOAs and waterfront homeowners. Learn how to use plants to keep your water bodies clean and clear.
· April 24: Rain or Shine: Learn how to deal with an abundance of water in the rainy season and best irrigation practices for dry times.
Each workshop is held at the City’s Downtown Library (400 NW 2nd Avenue) from 6pm – 7:30pm and offers a free native plant for registrants to take home. More Details.
For more information, visit the City’s Tree Canopy webpage.
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By AUSTIN PRYOR
To Arrive Safely, It Is Wise To Stay In The Boat
Even in the so-called secular business and professional world, the Bible has much to teach us. For instance, Matthew 14 recounts a time Jesus walked on water while His disciples were in a storm-tossed boat. One of them, Peter, ever the enthusiast, wanted to join Him. So, Jesus invited him to “come.” For the first few steps, all went well for Peter. But then he noticed the wind, became fearful, began to sink, and cried out for Jesus to save him. As He did so, Jesus admonished Peter for having too little faith.
This story is a vivid call for all Christ-followers to leave our “comfort zones” and live boldly. In terms of financial investing, however, boldness is not always the best approach. Here are some reasons why managers of God’s resources usually are better served by staying on board.
Stewardship, managing God’s wealth with His priorities and purposes in mind, is an assignment given every Christ-follower. Just as this
“Continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.”
Philippians 2:12-13 (NIV)
It’s not enough to want to change. It’s not even enough to say, “I have a dream of changing.” Dreams are worthless unless you wake up and actually act on them. You’re not going to change the problems in your life until you choose to change.
How are you going to be different in six months? Are you going to be emotionally stronger? Are you going to be mentally sharper? Are you go -
story begins with Jesus giving His disciples an assignment (“Get into the boat and go ahead of Me to the other side”), God gives us wealth-related marching orders. We are on a journey during which we are forewarned we will encounter our share of trouble. “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). Being a good steward of God’s resources requires obedience and faith.
We need an investing ‘boat’ that will carry us safely across occasionally turbulent economic waters. In stewardship terms, our boat is a biblically sound, personalized money-management strategy. It guides our spending, saving, investing, and generosity. Every financial decision should flow from our plan, designed to assure our safe arrival at the end of our financial journey.
Unlike Peter, we need to stay in our boat. Unfortunately, many followers of Jesus do not even take the time to
build their financial “boat.” Or if they have one, they do not always stay in it. Being in the boat is usually a lot safer than being in churning waters.
Expect the wind and storms. Jesus’ disciples knew ahead of time that heavy headwinds on the water were a possibility, if not a likelihood. In the same way, you know there will be challenges on your financial journey. These challenges can take many forms — unemployment, unexpected expenses, health setbacks, a bad economy, weak financial markets. We should anticipate and plan for them.
Ignore the wind and focus on Christ. The wind can cause us to grow fearful and react inappropriately. We should stay in our “boat, and trust the One who has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you” (Hebrews 13:5).
Failure is not an event, but rather a judgment about an event. The financial environment does not always offer
By Rick Warren
Change Is a Choice
ing to be physically healthier? Are you going to be more spiritually mature?
It isn’t going to happen automatically. You aren’t just going to get healthier by accident in any category of your life. A lot of times we think we’re waiting on God to change us. You’re not waiting on God. God is waiting on you.
There is no growth in your life without change. There is no change without loss. And there is no loss without pain. You’ve got to let go of some old stuff, and it’s not always going to be easy.
Some of you are stuck right now because you haven’t learned how to
let go. That’s a choice. Ephesians 4:22 says, “Throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception” (NLT).
You might say that your defects are from your circumstances or your chromosomes. But it doesn’t really matter where they come from. You need to deal with them. Genetics explains your inclinations, but it doesn’t excuse your sin.
Here’s the good news: Once you become a believer, you have a new power in you that is greater than those old tendencies. That power is the Holy Spirit.
positive reinforcement. Over the short term, we can lose money following our plan, or we can make money deviating from it. When this happens, we might see “good” behavior as a failure and “bad” behavior as being rewarded. The judgment we make about any financial “failure” must be made within the context of our personalized plan. Decisions consistent with our plan are “wins,” regardless of the immediate outcome. Over the long term, staying with a structured, unemotional strategy for making investment decisions will serve us well. If we are trusting God for direction, we have succeeded.
Austin Pryor has more than 40 years of experience advising investors and is the founder of the Sound Mind Investing newsletter and website. He is the author of The Sound Mind Investing Handbook, endorsed by many respected Christian teachers, with more than 100,000 copies sold. Austin lives in Louisville, Kentucky, with his wife Susie.
Philippians 2:12-13 says, “Continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose” (NIV).
Does that mean you are supposed to be afraid of God? Of course not! It means be afraid that you’ll miss God’s best and waste your life. Be afraid that you will go your entire life and never know God’s purpose.
The secret to changing your life is not willpower. It’s God giving you the will and the power through the Holy Spirit to do what needs to be done.
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Will AI make mega changes in the field in which I’ve worked most of my “adult” life, PR? And how will it help my Planetary Lifeguard™ rescue endangered populations from increasing perils of climate change? What other changes will AI bring about? Will it make our future brighter or more dystopian?
Some believe there’s a risk AI might make many of us feel more like robots than humans. With AI, we might not have to think as much. So, do we just give AI the topic or question, then we’ll know what to pitch or ditch, then we can go fishing? Probably AI can even tell us where the best places to fish are.
No, AI won’t replace climate activists, and entrepreneurs like me, but some
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workers lower on the totem surely will be at risk. I’m wondering if AI will take over the thinking and creative parts of some minds as well? Just ask AI how to make your client newsworthy, or a product more climate friendly, then send out the answer and go fishing.
Humans and machines have always come together at the task level. Today, CEOs like me are unprepared for having AI agents step into their shoes and run their firms, going after media exposure they “think” their clients need to grow their businesses.
Now, as AI agents become colleagues and proxies, maybe it’s time to start reimagining how tech and AI agents interact making sure agents share our goals
and values or we may wind up owning businesses we don’t recognize anymore, then instead of coming to the office, we would rather go fishing.
For industries like science and pharmaceuticals, disciplines like medicine, mathematics and un-disciplines like politics, AI will be a godsend as the ultimate inefficiencies corrector. Yes, it could be cool for advertising and marketing too but let’s outlaw AI-generated deepfake pornographic images like those of Taylor Swift that proliferated on X so embarrassingly to the pop star.
Maybe one day some ageless, never absent-minded, ever alert AI agent who never mixes up dates or names of Mexican and Egyptian presidents and is light
years from memory loss and a rest home will one day be PresAIdent of the AInited States.
With AI school principals can reduce their staff, police departments won’t need as many officers on patrol and probably our military can reduce its ranks. With the help of AI, Penn and Harvard Universities can have the most eloquent, context sensitive, plagiarism innocent, erudite presidents operating flawlessly 24/7. With AI no one will fail an exam ever again, miss a day’s work, give a wrong answer and even the dullest among us will be regarded as a know-it-all genius.
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By: Marci Shatzaman
Do you use the name you were born with?
Back in the day, professional women used a different name at work and still used their “Mrs.” in private.
at the Chicago Tribune.
I didn’t want to do that. I was in a generation of working women with a new point of view. I considered myself “progressive.” So, I took my husband’s last name, but I used it professionally, too.
When that brief marriage ended, I didn’t want to go through the rest of my life using someone else’s last name. So, I didn’t.
When I remarried, everyone advised me that separate last names would create identity chaos and we’d spend hours explaining my decision. That never hap-
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me legally taking back our name. The Shatzmans weren’t even sure that was their real last name, so I could make up any name like actresses do, he insisted. Marci Mann had a nice ring to it.
But by that time, I was a feminist. And the tradition based on English law that when you marry the two are one and one is him didn’t appeal to me.
And as a journalist, I wanted to keep my original byline at the newspaper back home in Philly after working a few years
We’ve been married for 43 years. We just tell customer service we have different last names. We’ve never had to show our marriage license to prove it.
The only fallout is that some people assume Shatzman is my husband’s last name too. We get invitations or we’re registered for an event that way. He always joked about it and by now he’s gotten used to it.
I thought successive generations would follow my lead. I was wrong. Not changing what used to be called a “maiden name” for women never caught on. Most people who marry automatically take their spouse’s last name. I doubt they even think about it. Even mega star Jennifer Lopez legally changed her last name when she married Ben Affleck in 2022. I get it. I always used Ms., but that title never caught on either.
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Community Foundation For Palm Beach And Martin Counties To Launch Early Literacy Fund At 11th Annual Founders Luncheon On February 28
West Palm Beach, FL (February 21, 2024) – The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties announced it will launch its new Early Literacy Fund at the organization’s 11th Annual Founders Luncheon being held on February 28th at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach. The Annual Founders Luncheon will highlight “Hope for Early Education,” and celebrate the powerful philanthropic and nonprofit partners making a difference locally in early literacy. The Community Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that leads partnerships with donors, nonprofits and community members to solve the region’s chronic and emerging issues.
The Early Literacy Fund is the Community Foundation’s philanthropic response to the alarming youth literacy rates in Palm Beach and Martin Counties. Specifically, in Palm Beach County right now, 52 percent of third grade students are not reading at a thirdgrade level. In Martin County that number is 49 percent. Further, Local school districts are seeing a downward trend. The Palm Beach County School District was downgraded from an “A” to a “B” rating in December 2023 and Martin County also received a “B.” With the fail rates on third grade reading assessments rising above 50 percent, the Community Foundation was moved to create the Early Literacy Fund. The fund is designed to help those nonprofit organizations focused on improving youth literacy rates in Palm Beach and Martin Counties.
“Experts tell us a child’s ability to read at grade level by third grade is the single greatest predictor of future success, because this is when they transi-
tion from learning to read to reading to learn,” said Danita R. DeHaney, President & CEO of the Community Foundation. “Youth in the communities we serve are falling behind in record numbers, with the current third grade literacy rate well below acceptable levels. That is why the Community Foundation was moved to lead a philanthropic response and create the Early Literacy Fund.”
Beginning in 2024, the Early Literacy Fund will be incorporated into the Community Foundation’s annual competitive “Community Impact” grantmaking cycle – specifically in its priority area of Education and Youth. Competitive grants are a hallmark of the Community Foundation and are a lifeline for those nonprofit partners tackling our area’s greatest needs at the grassroots level. Through the grantmaking cycle, donors directly support over 100 community-focused organizations each year.
“The Community Foundation has been a voice of leadership in supporting local nonprofits that are working hard to improve education in the communities we serve,” said Jeffrey A. Stoops, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties. “Our vision is to make 2024 a transformative year for children’s literacy with the launch of our Early Literacy Fund.”
For more information or to donate to the Community Foundation of Palm Beach and Martin County, please visit https://yourcommunityfoundation. org/give-now/. For more information on the Early Literacy Fund, please visit https://yourcommunityfoundation. org/funds/early-literacy-fund/.
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HERStory Exhibition Celebrates Women’s Contributions in Art at Cornell Art Museum
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is proud to present the HERStory exhibition at the Cornell Art Museum. Opening on Friday, March 1, 2024, from 6 to 9 p.m., HERStory offers a curated collection of fine art by female artists, focusing on themes surrounding women’s experiences and empowerment.
Taking place in the Spotlight Gallery of the Cornell Art Museum, HERStory will run throughout March, aligning with the nationwide celebration of Women’s History Month. This exhibition opening coincides with Delray Beach’s First Friday Art Walk, providing attendees with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the vibrant arts community of Delray Beach. As always, admission to the Cornell Art Museum is free and open to the public.
Curated by Marusca Gatto, the DDA’s Cultural Arts Director, HERSto-
ry showcases 22 artworks sourced from members of NAWAFL (National Association of Women Artists Florida Chapter). These pieces of art aim to celebrate and provoke thought about the empowerment of women. Notable works include “Broken Mirrors (Frida Kahlo)” by Sara Zigdon and “Our Daughters” by Beth Scher.
HERStory officially opens on Friday, March 1, 2024, from 6 to 9 p.m., and will remain open until March 31, 2024. Visitors can explore the exhibition during the Cornell Art Museum’s operating hours: Wednesday from 12 to 5 p.m., Thursday and Friday from 12 to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12 to 5 p.m.
The Cornell Art Museum is located at 51 N. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444, with parking available at the Old School Square garage.
This exhibition serves as a platform to honor the contributions of women in the arts and to encourage dialogue about their experiences and perspectives. For a comprehensive list of events happening at the Cornell Art Museum, interested individuals can visit [https://delrayoldschoolsquare.com/cornell](https://delrayoldschoolsquare.com/cornell) or call 561-654-2220.
HERStory is not just an exhibition; it is a celebration of women’s creativity, resilience, and influence in the art world and beyond. As we commemorate Women’s History Month, let us acknowledge and appreciate the myriad ways in which women have shaped our cultural landscape.
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Sinai Residences of Boca Raton Honors Remarkable Milestones with Dual 105th Birthday Celebration
Boca Raton, Florida – The Toby & Leon Cooperman Sinai Residences Boca Raton, a distinguished not-for-profit continuing care retirement community, is preparing to mark a momentous occasion as they celebrate the 105th birthdays of two cherished residents, Frieda “Fritzi” Siegel and Mildred “Millie” Dien. The dual celebration, scheduled for March 5, promises to be a grand affair, filled with joy, camaraderie, and well-deserved recognition for these centenarians.
According to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau, there are fewer than 11,000 individuals aged 105 or older residing in the United States. The forthcoming event at Sinai Residences will not only commemorate the exceptional longevity of Frieda Siegel and Mildred Dien but also serve as a testament to their resilience, wisdom, and the richness of their life experiences.
Set against the backdrop of the Mizner Dining Room at Toby & Leon Cooperman Sinai Residences (21035 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton, Florida), the birthday celebration promises to be a lively affair. Attendees can expect an ambiance filled with balloons, floral arrangements, live mu-
sic, and of course, a sumptuous birthday cake.
The celebration is scheduled to commence at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, bringing together residents, staff, local dignitaries, and well-wishers from the Palm Beach County community.
Frieda “Fritzi” Siegel, born on February 23, 1919, in Brooklyn, New York, is the epitome of strength and grace. Raised in a loving family of immigrants, she pursued her education, eventually becoming one of the few women to graduate from NYU.
Throughout her life, Fritzi embraced adventure, family, and a deep appreciation for the arts.
Mildred “Millie” Dien, born on March 11, 1919, to immigrant parents from Hungary, has led a life marked by resilience and compassion. From her early days in Brooklyn to her later years in South Florida, Millie has cherished family, community, and the joy of living an active and fulfilling life.
The Toby & Leon Cooperman Sinai Residences Boca Raton is a testament to the commitment to excel-
lence and compassion. Nestled within the expansive Federation campus, Sinai Residences provides a nurturing environment where residents can thrive, supported by a comprehensive range of wellness programs and activities.
While rooted in Jewish faith and heritage, Sinai Residences welcomes individuals of all faiths, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds, fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
As Frieda Siegel and Mildred Dien prepare to celebrate their 105th birthdays, Sinai Residences invites the community to join in honoring these remarkable individuals and celebrating the beauty of a life well-lived.
For more information about Toby & Leon Cooperman Sinai Residences Boca Raton, visit www.SinaiResidences.com.
In celebrating these extraordinary milestones, Sinai Residences exemplifies its commitment to honoring and cherishing the remarkable lives of its residents.
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Fun Easter Gifts Kids Will Love
(StatePoint) While bunny- and eggshaped candies are always crowd-pleasing favorites during Easter, you can make the holiday extra special for kids with some less sugary treats that can be enjoyed year-round. For a joy-filled cele-
bration, get inspired with these fun and egg-cellent ideas for Easter baskets:
Great Books
Books unlock new worlds and ideas, making them great gifts on any occasion. Easter is no exception. Use the opportunity to stock children’s shelves with fiction by favorite and new-to-them authors, as well as non-fiction books on subjects of interest to them. With the thoughtful gift of brand-new titles to discover, they’ll be well-prepared to stay engaged and entertained during the downtime of spring and summer vacation ahead. A few thematic ideas include, “The Good Egg: An Easter and Springtime Book for Kids” and “The Velveteen Rabbit.”
Cool Toys
Make children’s days tweet-tastic with VTech Gabbers, fluffy bird buddies that can be brought along on adventures by sliding a fabric-covered magnetic egg under one’s shoulder sleeve and perching the bird on top. Three different colored Gabbers: Jay Blue, Finch Pink and Owl White, all sing, make funny sounds and will repeat and tweet the things kids say in a funny voice! Whether you gift one bird, or all three, this will be a beloved and adorable addition to any Easter basket. Another cool idea that puts a spin on Easter eggs? Switch & Go Hatch & Roaaar Eggs. They open up to include all the pieces needed to build 2-in-1 dinosaur vehicles. The line-up includes a t-rex racer, pterodactyl chopper and more. For more toys that make great Easter gifts, visit amazon.com/vtechtoys.
Inspiration and Gear
Another fun addition to Easter baskets is gear and tools that support kids’ hobbies, passions and talents. For example, if you’re shopping for a young artist, consider gifting them a watercolor set, crafting kit or kid-friendly knitting needles. For a child interested in the performing arts, you can get them started on their journey with a gift certificate for music, acting or dance lessons. Or, help get a budding athlete prepared for the spring and summer sports seasons ahead with a light-up baseball or softball, which will allow them to extend their game of catch into the evening, giving them a competitive edge.
With a few tweaks to your Easter basket routine, you can make the holiday fun and memorable for children.
Spring Cleaning: Don’t Toss That ‘Junk,’ It May Be Valuable!
Crisafulli has assisted people in selling tens of millions of dollars of baseball card collections, autographs, sports equipment and more. Such sales can be life changing. In one instance, he researched a family’s old baseball bat and proved it was game used by Hall of Famer Lou Gehrig. His Love of the Game Auctions sold it for almost half a million dollars, a figure which would top a million dollars today.
Here are some of his tips to determine if your sports collectibles are valuable:
The Older, the Better with Cards
memorabilia they found when spring cleaning.
A little time spent determining if items are valuable and where to sell them can pay off in the long run.
“The sale of older sports cards, postcards and photographs can yield thousands of dollars, even tens of thousands or more for the right ones,” says Al Crisafulli, Auction Director at Love of the Game Auctions, an internet sports auction house that helps families identify and sell valuable sports cards and memorabilia.
Vintage sports cards from the early periods of sports are collectible, especially Hall of Famers. Do you have stars from the 1960s, 1950s or earlier? Look for names like Mickey Mantle, Jackie Robinson, Babe Ruth, Honus Wagner or Ty Cobb. Even non-star cards can be valuable, especially in nice condition with sharp corners and no creases.
Really early cards from the 1880s through the 1930s are particularly desirable, such as those by tobacco, gum and candy brands, such as Old Judge, Piedmont, Sweet Caporal, American Caramel, Goudey or Diamond Stars.
When determining where to sell cards and memorabilia, focus on a specialty auction house, such as Love of the Game, which employs trained experts in researching sports ephemera, and maintains bidder lists of sports collectors. More information is available at loveofthegameauctions.com.
Don’t Overlook Memorabilia and Equipment
Cards aren’t the only potentially valuable things. Look for older promotional and advertising ephemera spotlighting sports stars, especially items that promote sporting goods, food or tobacco brands. Ads from magazines aren’t valuable, but store displays, signs and premiums can be pricey.
Old sporting goods and equipment, such as balls, bats, gloves and uniforms, can also be valuable, especially if you had a family member who played minor or major league sports. Note that items from before the 1960s are highly collected. Also look for equipment endorsed by star players. Condition matters, but game-used equipment from professionals can be valuable in almost any condition.
Save Postcards and Photographs
If you have old photographs, cabinet cards or postcards of sports stars or ballparks, they should be evaluated. Those from pre-1960 can be expensive. Look for early “real photo” postcards from the 1900s through the 1940s, which are photographs printed on postcard backs.
Popular stars are key, meaning original images like Babe Ruth or early ballparks can be valuable, as opposed to images of your family members playing sports or of popular vacation destinations. When examining photographs, look for markings on the back, such as photographer, publication and date stamps. Also set aside cabinet cards, which are photographs from the 1880s through the 1930s adhered to cardboard stock.
“A good rule of thumb is that the older a sports item is, the more valuable it might be, especially from before the 1950s going back to the 1880s,” says Crisafulli.
This spring cleaning season, don’t rush to haul “junk” to the curb. Examine it first.
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Music, Memories, Milestones at FAU’s C.A.S.T. Party
By: Marci Shatzaman
Biggest crowd ever for FAU’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters’ fourth annual C.A.S.T. Party.
The Presidents’ Day evening
fundraiser brought out hundreds of Boca’s finest to “assure our students have the scholarships they need to succeed,” Schmidt college Dean Michael Horswell said in his welcome to the ‘Culture, Arts and Society Today’ event at the Boca Raton Marriott.
“The Schmidt family investment 30 years ago created a legacy,” Horswell said to introduce a video to describe the “transformational gift” made by Charles E. Schmidt to name the college after his late wife Dorothy F. Schmidt. A patron of the arts, she had endowed a chair each in the arts and humanities.
Horswell called Schmidt Family Foundation president Dick Schmidt to the stage to receive an award in his late parents’ behalf. “This was a poignant moment in my life,” Schmidt said, surprising Horswell with a portfolio of memorabilia including letters from famous theater personalities he culled from his parents’ archives.
Another patron of the arts, philanthropist Myrna Gordon Skurnick, was honored for providing the Skurnick Fellowships for promising MFA Creative Writing students in the English Department, and her gift to establish the Skurnick Writing Nest at Theatre Lab and the Skurnick Theatre Lab Playwriting Program.
“I’m so impressed by her commitment to the arts,” Horswell said. “She’s always in the front row cheering students on.”
Professor Linda McNutt, director of FAU’s new musical theater program, said she had to assess 600 high school auditions “to get high-caliber students to bring to our program. The NFL has nothing on me!”
Calling the new arrangement a “public-private partnership,” Horswell presented co-founder Doug Campbell with an award for transforming FAU’s
April
Studio II Theater into BrandStar Studios @ Florida Atlantic University. A video detailed how students will now have access to the latest high-tech production equipment.
And then there was music. Lots of it. FAU alum turned Broadway, TV and movie actor Marc Kudisch strummed a Gibson guitar for a medley of tunes with students Marissa Spurr, Valeria Illan, Michelle White and Mack Moore. Among the other performers were the opera workshop professor Dr. Mitchell Hutchings, who sang the Toreador aria from “Carmen.”
WPTV’s chief investigative reporter Jamie Ostroff emceed the evening, and then guests filled the dance floor with music by one of FAU’s bands.
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Chrissy Gibson Promoted to Deputy City Manager, Elevating Local Talent to Key Leadership Role
Boca Raton, FL – The City of Boca Raton proudly announces the promotion of Chrissy Gibson to the position of Deputy City Manager, effective immediately. In her new capacity, Gibson will assume responsibility for key city departments and divisions, leveraging her extensive experience, dedication, and innovative leadership.
“Given her demonstrated history of effective leadership and strategic insight, I am confi dent that she will excel in this new capacity and continue to drive positive change within our city,” said Boca Raton City Manager, George Brown. “Ms. Gibson’s journey from her roots in Boca Raton to her current position is a testament to her commitment to the community.”
Gibson’s journey with the city began in 2010 as the Community Relations Manager, where she played a pivotal role in developing strategic partnerships and innovative programming for the Mizner Park Amphitheater. In 2015, Gibson was given the responsibility of launching the City’s Communications and Marketing Division. Her leadership in implementing a comprehensive city-wide communications plan signifi cantly enhanced
the city’s outreach efforts and facilitated meaningful engagement with residents and community stakeholders alike.
Gibson was then promoted to Assistant City Manager in March of 2021 where she oversaw multiple divisions within the City Manager’s Offi ce and spearheaded various special projects that furthered the City’s objectives and initiatives.
As Deputy City Manager, Gibson will oversee critical offi ces and divisions including the City Clerk, Emergency Management, Sustainability, Public Art, Communications & Marketing, Risk Management, areas of Recreation Services, the City Manager’s Offi ce Administrative Assistant team and Human Resources.
Gibson graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature. She also obtained her MPA (Master of Public Administration) from Nova University. A true native of Boca Raton, Chrissy’s journey from her roots to this signifi cant leadership position exemplifi es her dedication and passion for serving the city.
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Get to know Michael Gauger: Q & A with GOP candidate for Palm Beach County Sheriff
By: Charles Maxwell
Michael Gauger, 76, is a Northern Illinois native who has been in South Florida since 1969. After over 50 years working within the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, Gauger is running to replace Ric Bradshaw’s position as sheriff this fall.
Gauger has a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies and a master’s degree in social work from Barry University.
Gauger believes there is a lack of integrity in the current agency and the need to reinstate important programs in Palm Beach County to improve the quality of life in its communities has inspired him to run for office.
His interview has been edited and condensed.
Q: You grew up in Northern Illinois; how did you end up with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s office in Florida?
A: I left home right after high school and had a variety of different jobs. I worked at a factory assembling televisions, was a route salesman for a big dry-cleaning company, and then worked for a general finance loan company.
When I came back home, I was fed up with Illinois and the brutal winters. I was working a full-time job and a part-time job. One of the guys I was working with at my part-time job at a men’s clothing store had relatives in Florida. At the time, I was thinking about going to Colorado or something… but he said, “Nah, let’s go to Florida.”
We took a bus to Chattanooga, Tennessee… from there, we hitchhiked to Florida. When I got down here, nobody would hire me. I got three part-time jobs and eventually met some guys in the sheriff’s office, and they talked me into putting in an application.
Q: How did you settle on a career in law enforcement, and what transpired throughout the early stages of
your career in Palm Beach County?
A: I had always loved law enforcement… back in the day, I was a huge JFK fan. I remember one day when I was sitting in English class, I found out he was assassinated… that got me interested in law enforcement and the Secret Service.
When I got down to Florida, the sheriff’s office talked to me about working in an undercover capacity. I had real blonde hair, was a little slender guy and looked younger than my years. I started working undercover narcotics for them and worked myself into an organized crime gambling ring. I ended up living in a halfway house [for the sheriff’s office] where narcotics were being sold, and eventually busted the place.
I got hired full-time in January 1971, and the rest is history.
Q: Was there any specific incident that made you think it was time to take the next step and run for sheriff?
A: It’s a whole series of things. I’m a community advocate and have always believed in community. I’ve always fought the traditional policing model, you know, the old hook-em and book-em, nail-em and jail-em.
When I started in law enforcement, I was ordered to stay in my car and drive through neighborhoods; they didn’t want you out of your ve-
hicle and in the communities. They judged the work you did by the miles on your car.
[In this policing model], you get to know absolutely no one. I would always get in trouble because I was always trying to connect with the community, make contacts, and talk to kids. One time, I went into a neighborhood where some burglaries and juvenile crimes had occurred. I took my gun belt off and went to shoot baskets with them. A sergeant pulled up and saw me playing with the kids… I thought I was going to get fired. I did get into trouble.
I’ve always believed in this way of policing… getting into the community and making connections. And this way, when crimes occurred, people trusted me. They shared information with me, and instead of running away from me, kids would run to me.
The sheriff’s office should be building partnerships- not just with people in the neighborhoods but with all the agencies that should be involved.
Q: One of your goals is to reinstitute and strengthen programs in Palm Beach County that improve the quality of life, such as the “Mental Health Unit.” Why are these programs so important to you?
A: I was an adopted child of a farm family in the Northern Illinois area. My adoptive parents provided
me with a strong upbringing. I always say I had a drug problem growing up… they drug me to church, drug me to school, and drug me to the woodshed if I needed it. My father gave me that farm boy work ethic, and that’s stayed with me for my entire life… but my adopted parents became alcoholics.
[Because of that], I learned what mental health issues were and became very sensitive to them. One of my part-time jobs was teaching DUI school for 33 years, helping people recognize that they had alcohol problems and getting them into treatment. I’ve taught drug education courses for the county and started serving on boards for recovery programs for over 30 years.
Q: Any Republican running for Sheriff in Palm Beach County is facing an uphill battle, as Democrat Ric Bradshaw has held office as sheriff for the past two decades. Why do you think now is when Democrats and independents should vote for you?
A: The current sheriff has been spending [money] foolishly over the years. That’s the difference between us… It’s insane how he spends money. Instead of giving leftover money back to the county, he would tell people in different divisions to go and buy whatever they wanted.
A lot of the employees within the department believe that there is no integrity in the testing process. More discipline is needed as well.
Final message to voters:
I believe in community. I want to bring community policing back to the sheriff’s office. You can have all the tactical teams, task forces, and swat teams that run into a neighborhood to arrest people and put people in jail… but how many of those people stay in jail?
It’s about getting kids away from gangs and having productive lives. Getting into those neighborhoods and changing lives.
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As reported earlier in the week in Coral Springs Talk the City of Coral Springs is moving forward with its play to create a “destination” in the city, built around its proximity to the Everglades.
This is from the City’s 2023 Annual Report:
“To take advantage of the Everglades, the city plans to research options and develop a long-range strategy to provide our residents and visitors multiple points of interest. In the coming year, staff will assess options for connectivity, partner with key stakeholders, and present a conceptual plan.
Part of the long-term Everglades Enhancement Strategy, the Everglades Loop will connect the existing Everglades Conservation Levee Greenway with a multi-use path on the west side of the city. Amenities such as restrooms, shade structures, and bike stations will be incorporated to
encourage various forms of exercise along the Everglades Loop.”
Everglades along the levee in Coral Springs
Currently the Everglades Levee and the Atlantic Trail can be accessed via a parking lot west of the Sawgrass Expressway on Atlantic Boulevard.
However according to the Coral Springs Talk story , the project enhancements will include a lot more than the current Atlantic Trail entrance.
“The Everglades Loop project will create a 10-mile greenway loop that connects Coral Springs to the Florida Everglades. The loop is expected to include a scenic overlook area for nature lovers, a pedestrian bicycle bridge across the Sawgrass Expressway at Wiles Road, a small restaurant, and a pavilion. The trail will also include restrooms, shade structures, and bike stations along the city’s western border.”
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Nancy Staff Joins Florida Peninsula Insurance as Director of Corporate Compliance
Boca Raton, FL- February 22
2024– Florida Peninsula Insurance Company proudly announced that Nancy Staff has joined its team as Director of Corporate Compliance. In this role, Staff will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the company’s compliance-related processes and procedures. Prior to joining Florida Peninsula Insurance, Staff was the Director of Ethics and Compliance Officer for Citizens Property Insurance Corporation since 2016.
“This newly created position is a key component as we expand our internal compliance function. Nancy is a highly experienced lawyer with an extensive background in compliance, ethics, employment, privacy, and government law. Her expertise in implementing and maintaining a comprehensive compliance program will be a
tremendous asset and we are thrilled to have her join the team,” said Gard Olbers, Chief Risk Officer for Florida Peninsula Insurance.
Staff also previously served as General Counsel, Risk and Compliance Committee Chair, and Ethics Officer for the Florida Department of Revenue. She received both her bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor with Honors from the University of Florida.
“It’s been wonderful to be welcomed with open arms by the team members at Florida Peninsula Insurance, an insurance provider with such an impressive reputation in the industry. I look forward to exercising my expertise and implementing strategies that continue the upward growth of this organization,” said Staff.
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Standing O For Controversial Alan Dershowitz
By: Marci Shatzaman
No surprise mega defense attorney Alan Dershowitz’s talk and documentary premiere was sold out in Boca.
The controversial civil rights lawyer got zero pushback on his lifelong stance…rigorously standing up for the Constitution and the accused’s right to a “zealous defense.”
Both “The Trials of Alan Dershowitz,” and his Q&A at The Studio at Mizner Park got applause from the audience and a standing ovation. No shouting or insults from this crowd.
“I defend the civil liberties of all people,” Dershowitz said after the film about his legal career was shown.
His appearance with his Canadian director John Curtin was a lead-up to the Inaugural Boca International Jewish Film Festival Feb. 25 through March 17. The festival includes movies and live events like this with filmmakers, producers and actors at Cinemark Palace 20 in Boca Raton and Movies of Delray in suburban
Delray Beach. Visit www.JFilmBoca.org for tickets and schedules.
Dershowitz has famously defended or helped defend other famous people, including O.J. Simpson, exonerated for the murder of his wife Nicole. “I did forensics on the O.J. case,” as an advi-
sor to the Dream Team, he noted. “Our job was to give him the best possible outcome.”
Not a Nixon fan, “I’ve despised some of my clients,” he said candidly.
Speaking on the Senate floor against
the impeachment of former president now presidential candidate Donald Trump didn’t win him a popularity contest among Trump opponents. No apologies.
“I’m being treated like a traitor constantly,” he said, citing instances where even his presence wasn’t welcomed socially. “If I’m coming, they don’t want to be there.”
He was relieved when an Epstein survivor withdrew her complaint against him. He never met the woman, and he’s an avid supporter of the MeToo movement, he said.
Those charges and his detractors have been tough on his family, he mentioned. But the Harvard Law School prof and civil liberties attorney stands on his principles at 85.
“You’re a very brave man,” one audience member told him.
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