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Boca Raton city residents have a new deputy mayor. City council unanimously selected Councilwoman Fran Nachlas at the 5-minute mandated city council organizational meeting Monday morning.

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ACROSS

1. Like some champagnes

5. Undergarment

8. Dashboard acronym 11. Poison ivy woe

12. Took to court

13. Milan’s La ____ 15. Afresh

16. Globes and such 17. SNL’s forté

18. *Ladyfingers+coffee liqueur

20. Grammy of sports

21. Jeweler’s unit

22. *Like walnuts on ice cream

23. *Thin Mint or Carmel deLite

26. *Apple dip

30. Nelson Mandela’s org.

31. Profoundness, pl.

34. Frost-covered

35. Ticket leftovers

37. Pathet ____

38. Lazybones

39. Samoan money

40. A in AU, Alabama

42. Heidi Samuel ___ Klum

43. Contaminating punch

45. Flammable anesthetics

47. a.k.a. acid

48. Military group

50. Jezebel’s deity

52. *Espresso+gelato

56. Forgo

57. Palo ____, CA

58. Sacred image

59. Southern cuisine pods

60. Show the guns

61. Small stream

62. “The Star-Spangled Banner” author

63. Toni Morrison’s “____ Baby”

64. Adeline or Addi -

“The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the

of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” - John 1:29

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1. Troublesome child

2. Jasmine of “Aladdin,” e.g.

3. Olympic cast-out

4. Smack

5. Anatomical sac

6. Overthrow by argument

7. Marketing creations

8. Wild onion

9. Clever tactic

10. Spanish sea

12. Evening party

13. See-through 14. *Eggs+milk+sugar

19. Old ____, or unpopped popcorn kernels

22. Be, singular past tense

23. Uses a fishing reel

24. Like beer at a kegger (2 words)

25. Round openings

26. Cabbage, in France

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27. “The House at Pooh Corner” author

28. African chieftain

29. Ancient Greeks’ harps

32. Socket counterpart

33. Bar bill

36. *Filo dough+nuts+honey

38. Book opener

40. Uniting conjunction

41. Robin Hood in Disney’s “Robin Hood” (2 words)

44. Keys

46. Mecca to Medina exodus

48. Type of lily

49. Happily ever when?

50. *Make Alaska

51. Gossamer

53. Vinegar or lemon juice, to a chef

54. Communicated

55. James Bond’s “For Your Eyes ____”

56. Asian cuisine pan

57. Astern

COMMUNITY

Delray Musicians ‘Rock the Block’ At Special House Party for 100th Anniversary of the Spady House

On March 22, 2025, Lori and Steve Martel of Delray Beach threw a garage-band House Party, in honor of the 100th anniversary of the Spady House, home of the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum. As members of Spady Museum’s Society 1926, the Martels are leading supporters for the museum’s efforts to raise $100,000 (or more) during 2024 and 2025, leading up to the museum’s 100th milestone year in 2026.

Society 1926 members are hosting a series of House Parties, and the Martel family kicked off the first one with a rousing lineup of rock-n-roll performances. Neighbors, family and friends enjoyed music, food and wine, while learning about the Spady Museum’s mission to continue bringing people together around Black history.

“I have often been accused of collecting nice people, and, judging from this crowd, I have the finest collection on the planet,” said Steve Martel, who is the lead singer of The Joe Cotton Band. He and Lori are also 30-year, full-time Realtors with Coldwell Banker in Delray Beach. “We believe that a community that includes a mix of good people is a necessary key to a great life. The Spady Museum is part of what makes

our city so great, and Lori and I are honored to help it continue.”

Filling the garage and the street with music were Steve Martel/Joe Cotton, along with Ed Flak, Tom Fricker and Marc Herman in The Joe Cotton Band.

Special guest band Mango Pie included

Marc Herman, Tina Herman and Steve Takimoto.

“We want to thank everyone who performed and who came out tonight to support us, and we especially want to thank Steve and Lori’s neighbors,” said Museum Director Charlene Far-

rington, laughing.

“WE ARE THE NEIGHBORS!” said Alex A., Martels’ friend from across the street.

House Party guests donated funds and made plans to visit the museum and become more involved. The second House Party, scheduled for June 17, 2025, will be hosted by the Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce, in celebration of Juneteenth, and will be open to the public. “

To learn how to support the Spady Museum’s 100th anniversary campaign – “The House Still Stands” – visit www. spadymuseum.com.

The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum was established in July 2001 by the non-profit organization, EXPANDING AND PRESERVING OUR CULTURAL HERITAGE, INC., a 501(c)3 Florida organization. Located in the 1926 former home of educator Solomon D. Spady, the museum preserves and shares local Black history with Delray Beach Black archives, exhibits, bus tours, walking tours, commemorative events and youth mentoring. Hours: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday-Saturday; all other hours are by appointment. (561) 2798883; wwwspadymuseum.com

Steve Martel, Michael Richard, Ann Richard, Jimmy Durkin, Connie Durkin

Larry Buttell, Karen Buttell, Dave O’Connor, Sunny O’Connor Sharon Blake, Charlene Farrington, Brandy Brownlee Shaw

Mango Pie (Steve Takimoto, Tina Herman, Marc Herman)

Anne Fricker, Anne Stretch

Holly Downs, Ed Flak, Anne Stretch

Linda Sandwick (left), James Sandwick (center), Steve Martel (right)

Sprouts Farmers Market Continues Florida Expansion in Boynton Beach

Boynton Beach, FL – Sprouts Farmers Market, named Progressive Grocer’s Retailer of the Year, has announced it will open a new store in East Boynton Beach, FL on Friday, April 4, located at 2222 N. Congress Ave. A ribbon cutting will take place on Friday at 6:45 a.m. The doors to the store will open at 7 a.m. Grand Opening Weekend Events:

From Friday, April 4 through Sunday, April 6, a variety of activities will celebrate the grand opening. A “popup party” out front will give guests the chance to taste seasonal produce from the tasting bar, participate in a “guess the weight” contest of an oversized piece of produce and more. These activities are fun for the whole family and will last all weekend long.

The first 200 shoppers on Friday and Saturday will receive a free reusable goodie bag filled with special products and samples. Plus, the first 400 guests on Friday will receive a free long stem rose courtesy of Falcon Farms Floral. Inside the store, shoppers can taste new products while they shop from innovative brands in store. Giveaways and music throughout the weekend will also add to the festivities.

Shoppers can receive 20% off their purchase over the grand opening weekend when they text BOYN to 777-688 and scan their app account barcode at checkout; up to one redemption per Sprouts account per day. Shoppers can also view Sprouts’ weekly ad and save

more than $100 with digital coupons on grocery staples and new items every month on the app. Customers will also have the chance to win a $500 Sprouts gift card up until midnight on April 6 when they sign up via this store page on Sprouts’ website.

Sprouts Farmers Market is invested in serving the communities where it operates. It works with local Florida farmers such as Alderman Farms, Always Fresh Farms, BBI Produce Inc., Brooks Tropicals, Duda Farm Fresh Foods, Grimes Produce Company and others to source local produce.

Through Sprouts’ Food Rescue program this store will donate groceries that are no longer fit for sale but remain perfectly edible and nutrient rich to Feeding South Florida, a local organization that provides immediate access to nutritious food to end hunger in South Florida.

This location will be open daily from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. For more information and to sign up to win the pre-opening gift card, visit sprouts.com/ boyntonbeach

True to its farm-stand heritage, Sprouts offers a unique grocery experience featuring an open layout with fresh produce at the heart of the store. Sprouts inspires wellness naturally with a carefully curated assortment of better-foryou products paired with purpose-driven people. The healthy grocer continues to bring the latest in wholesome, innovative products made with lifestyle-friendly ingredients such as organic, plantbased and gluten-free. Headquartered in Phoenix, and one of the largest and fastest growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural and organic food in the United States, Sprouts employs approximately 35,000 team members and operates more than 440 stores in 24 states nationwide. To learn more about Sprouts, and the good it brings communities, visit sprouts.com/about.

Welcome Home Honor Flight Veterans

Boca Raton, FL – On Saturday, April 12th, Southeast Florida Honor Flight volunteers will be escorting a full load of veterans on the free trip of a lifetime as the first Honor Flight of 2025 takes off for a daylong trip to Washington, D.C. At 9:20 p.m., the veterans, their volunteer guardians, and volunteer staff will be returning from a full day of being honored and celebrated in Washington, D.C., courtesy of Southeast Florida Honor Flight. Every veteran on the flight has stories to share and memories – some they haven’t thought of in decades, and some they have never shared with anyone.

Unlike WWII and the Korean War, when veterans returned home from serving our country in the Vietnam War, instead of being welcomed and applauded, many were spat upon, cursed, and treated with hate. It may be decades later, but it won’t cost you a thing to help heal their spirits and give them the welcome home they truly deserve. Even if you’re not on the flight as a veteran or volunteer guardian, you can help welcome the veterans home after a very moving day in Washington, DC.

One of the veterans on this very special Honor Flight Mission is USAF Veteran and Port St. Lucie resident, James Bouterse. Bouterse served as a pilot with the 40th Air Rescue and Recovery Squadron after graduating from the USAF ROTC program. He was just 22 years old and followed in the footsteps of his father, who served in the Pacific Theatre in the US Navy during World War II, his Uncle, who was in the Army during the attack on Pearl Harbor, and later served in Europe, and his father-in-law, who served in the US Army in the European Theatre during World War II.

James was in Nakan Phenom, Thailand, and served on rescue missions in North Vietnam and Laos during his eight years in the service. On his first wedding anniversary, James was flying over the North Pole in a KC-135 refueling B-52s. He flew helicopter demonstrations for the UH-1F Huey that included the Air Force Thunderbirds and the SR-71 in the Air Show, and his unit

received many medals, including the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Silver Star, Air Force Commendation Medals, The National Defense and Combat Readiness Medals, and more, but when he returned to the States, the airlines weren’t hiring, and James was forced to become life insurance agent, financial planner, and pension plan consultant to make a living. Still, after nearly 60 years, he continues to maintain contact with his pilot training classmates and is very close with them, which helps make his time in the service a memorable and valuable part of his life.

During an Honor Flight mission, veterans on the trip are flown at no cost to Washington, DC, where they are served throughout the day by volunteer guardians who have been trained to ensure the safety and enjoyment of each hero veteran flying and have paid for their own flight. As in the past, a crowd of individuals will gather at Palm Beach International Airport to welcome the veterans home from their epic journey and to honor them for their brave and selfless service to our country. Operation Homecoming, which features music, flags, loads of laughter, and a chance to share the memory of a lifetime with American heroes, is free and open to the public, and really, the party starts long before the plane carrying the veterans ever lands at PBIA.

Even if you don’t know anyone on the flight, you will find friends and neighbors in the crowd, and you’ll have a chance to cheer the veterans through the final steps of the day most say they remember as second only to their weddings and births of their children. Well-wishers are encouraged to bring signs, flags, and smiles to share with the veterans and guardians as they return, and you are guaranteed to walk away from the event with a lump in your throat, a smile on your face, and gratitude and pride in your heart for these humble heroes you’ve helped welcome home. Remember, some of these veterans never had the welcome home they so deserve. We ask you to help us welcome them home after their Honor Flight mission.

If you, your neighbors, your church or social group, or family and friends are interested in being part of something special, please plan to join the fun and gratitude on Saturday, April 12th at 9:20 p.m. at Palm Beach International Airport. Volunteers from the ground crew will direct you on where to go, but be ready for a heartwarming homecoming for some very special veterans and volunteers. To learn more about Southeast Florida Honor Flight and how you can become involved as a volunteer or to donate to the next flight, please visit www.honorflightsefl.org today.

Harry Chandler

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By: Douglas Heizer

More Than NewsA Commitment to Community

This year, as Boca Raton celebrates its 100th anniversary, I find myself reflecting on what it means to truly belong to a community — not just to live in it, but to build it.

For the past 16 years, our team at The Boca Raton Tribune has done more than report the news. We’ve been present — showing up to local events, covering causes, giving voice to those who often go unheard. We’ve helped businesses grow, celebrated milestones, and shared the stories that shape who we are.

And through all of this, one truth remains: local journalism is only possible when the community believes in it.

I often say that a $4.99 monthly digital subscription isn’t about revenue. It’s about something much deeper — a simple, powerful way to say

“thank you” for what we’ve built together. It’s not just support for a newspaper. It’s a vote for visibility, for memory, and for connection.

To those who already subscribe — thank you. Your support carries us.

And if you’ve ever seen your name, your business, or your cause featured in our pages — or if you simply believe that our city deserves a voice of its own — I invite you to stand with us.

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By: Rick Warren FAITH

Five Ways God Uses Your Problems

“My suffering was good for me, for it taught me to pay attention to your decrees. Your instructions are more valuable to me than millions in gold and silver.” Psalm 119:71–72 (NLT)

Life is a series of problem-solving opportunities. The problems you face will either defeat you or develop you, depending on how you respond to them.

When most people encounter difficulty, they react impulsively or become resentful. They don’t pause to consider what benefit their problems might bring. As a result, they never see how God wants to use problems for good in their lives.

There are five main ways that God uses the problems in your life. I want you to understand what they are so that, next time you face difficulty, you can be on the lookout for how God is working.

God uses problems to DIRECT you. Sometimes God lights a fire under you to get you moving. Problems can point you in a new direction and motivate you to change. Is God trying to get your attention? As Proverbs 20:30 says, “Sometimes it takes a painful experience to make us change our ways” (GNT).

God uses problems to INSPECT you. People are like teabags: If you want to know what’s inside them, just drop them into hot water! Has God ever tested your faith with a problem? What did that problem reveal about you? James 1:2-3 says, “When you have many kinds of troubles, you should be full of joy, because you know that these troubles test your faith, and this will give you patience” (NCV).

God uses problems to CORRECT you. Some lessons we learn only through pain and failure. When you were a child, your parents likely told you not to touch a hot stove. But you probably didn’t actually learn the lesson until you ignored their instruction and were burned. Sometimes we on-

ly learn the value of something—like health, money, or a relationship—by losing it. That was true for the author of Psalm 119: “My suffering was good for me, for it taught me to pay attention to your decrees. Your instructions are more valuable to me than millions in gold and silver” (Psalm 119:71–72 NLT).

God uses problems to PROTECT you. A problem can be a blessing in disguise if it prevents you from being harmed by something more serious. A few years ago, a friend of mine was fired for refusing to do something unethical that his boss asked him to do. His unemployment was a problem— but it saved him from being convicted and sent to prison a year later when his boss’s actions were uncovered. He was able to say like Joseph did, “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good” (Genesis 50:20 NIV).

God uses problems to PERFECT you. Problems, when responded to correctly, are character builders: “We know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character” (Romans 5:34 NLT). God is far more interested in your character than your comfort. Your relationship to God and your character are the only two things you’re going to take with you into eternity.

You’re going to experience difficulties. Everyone does. When you do, remember that you have a choice. You can let those difficulties defeat you. Or you can choose to let God direct, inspect, correct, protect, and perfect you through them!

Talk It Over

What have difficult times in your life shown you about yourself? What is something valuable you’ve learned through a mistake or painful experience?

Why do you think challenges can make you stronger or better in the long run?

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By: Robert J. Tamasy

An Important Part Of Work Is Getting Enough Rest

Someone described spectator sports in this way: Thousands of fans sitting in their seats – people desperately in need of exercise – watching athletes desperately in need of rest. Many of us have a great need for more physical activity. At the same time, however, rest is something we also require – especially as we negotiate the stressful, frenetic business and professional world.

Years ago, I had been in the midst of a very hectic schedule: Lots of early morning meetings, demanding daily schedules and deadlines, and a considerable amount of travel. An illness suddenly stopped me in my tracks. Forced to remain at home for several days, I would sit down and try to do some important reading but very quickly would fall asleep. I had not realized how weary I had become. A few days later I was back to work, reinvigorated, and keenly aware of my need for getting sufficient rest.

In some professions the 40-hour week is regarded as working ‘part-time.’ It is not unusual for people in some businesses to work 70, 80, even 100 hours a week! While there might be times when such schedules are unavoidable, working at that pace over long periods of time will inevitably take a toll physically, mentally, emotionally, relationally – and spiritually.

The Scriptures speak to this. While we often read calls to action and faithful service to God and His purposes, we also find instructions to rest – both body and spirit. Here are some examples: Rest is fitting for everyone – even God. The first chapter of Genesis describes all God did in creating the heavens, the earth, and all of the universe. Then we are told once His work was done, He chose to rest. “By the seventh day God had finished the work He had been doing; so on the seventh day He rested from all His work” (Genesis 2:2).

God designed us for rest. One of the 10 Commandments is for us to set aside a day for “sabbath rest,” hitting the pause button from all our labors, regardless of what form they may take. No matter who we are, no matter what we do, we all need time to rest. “Six days you shall labor, but on the seventh day you shall rest, even during the plowing

season and harvest you must rest” (Exodus 34:21).

Sabbath rest is a gift, not a burden. When God ordained the Sabbath day, He did not do so to institute new regulations. He did it for our benefit, to remind us of the importance of rest and renewal. “Then [Jesus] said to them, ‘The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath’” (Mark 2:27).

Taking time to rest can be a form of worship. One of the worst admonitions anyone can make is, “Do as I say, not as I do.” When God instructs His people to rest, He points to Himself as an example of doing just that. “There remains, then, a Sabbath-rest for the people of God, for anyone who enters God’s rest also rests from his own work, just as God did from His” (Hebrews 4:9-10).

There is a time to work – and a time to rest. Many of us are busily trying to do things for God, and that is good. But the Scriptures also tell us there is a time to slow down, rest, and focus on Him. “Trust in the Lord and do good…. Delight yourself in the Lord…. Commit your way to the Lord…. Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him…” (Psalm 37:3-7).

Reflection/Discussion Questions

Describe your typical work schedule each week. If an objective observer were to evaluate it, do you think you would be regarded as working excessively, even being a so-called ‘workaholic’? Why or why not?

How good are you at resting? When you take time to rest and relax, what does that look like? Do you think you give yourself sufficient time to recharge physically and mentally?

What role do you think that rest –taking a deliberate break from work, for a few minutes or a day or even a week – can play in our spiritual growth and development?

In what ways can a commitment to getting sufficient rest affect our productivity at work, as well as our sense of joy, satisfaction and fulfillment in what we do?

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By: Marci Shatzman

“Mommie Dearest” Eyebrows Turn Trendy

If you haven’t already noticed, “Mommie Dearest” eyebrows are all the rage. Performers and most every woman who’s regularly on TV, even news reporters and anchors, have very prominent eyebrows. I noticed it for several reasons: It’s hard to ignore. And I get mine waxed when they’re unruly. I tell my techs, “I’m starting to look like my grandfather.” Now that my hair’s stark white, I’m not sure what to do with my eyebrows NOT to look like my grandfather.

I call the new eyebrows “Mommie Dearest” because Faye Dunaway perfected actress Joan Crawford’s iconic look in the 1981 movie. If you Google Joan Crawford’s eyebrows, you’ll see all her images with the stark eyebrows. No mention of the original makeup artists who invented and perfected Joan’s Hollywood face.

It took all these years to catch on, proving everything old is new again. Now that they’re trendy, eyebrows are even a business. So, if you’re used to

grooming essentials like manicures and pedicures, make sure you know what you’re getting. Eyebrow threading and tinting. Eyebrow lamination, described as a semi-permanent procedure that “seals your eyebrows in place.” If you want to try it before you buy it, better eyebrow products like gels are on sale at your favorite cosmetics outlet. You can even dye them like your hair if you’re willing to try something so close to your eyes. I’m not. For Crawford fans, Joan has a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. She left show biz behind when she married a corporate giant and stayed on Pepsi’s board of directors after his death. She even kept her famous eyebrows intact at her last appearance in 1974. According to press reports, Crawford didn’t like how looked in photos the next day, so she stopped appearing in public and died three years later. Here’s the link to her last known image. Notice the eyebrows: https://greatentertainersarchives.blogspot.com/2019/09/45-yearsago-last-appearance-of-joan.html

MEDICARE MOMENTS

By: Toni King

Medicare problem began with a notice from CMS

Hello Toni,

When I turned 65, I continued to work with excellent company benefits. I delayed enrolling in Part B for 5 years, after I turned 70, and retired with a Jan. 1 effective date for my Medicare Supplement Plan G and Part D prescription drug plan.

Now my Medicare stress has started, because I have received a notice from CMS saying they do not have record of me having prescription drug coverage that “met Medicare’s minimum standards” from March 1, 2019, when I turned 65 to Jan. 1, 2025, when I retired, and I may receive a Part D late enrollment penalty.

I thought applying for Part B with that form from my employer attached kept me from a Part D penalty. Can you please advise me what to do? I want to be sure that I do not make a mistake. Thank you, Toni.

–Zach, Lake Jackson, Texas

Hi Zach:

Many Americans who retire after 65, leaving employer group health plans, apply for Medicare benefits and discover that they now may need to prove they had “creditable drug coverage” for a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan.

Zach, enrolling in Medicare Part B properly does not prove that your employer’s group prescription drug plan was creditable. The Medicare & You handbook states:

Creditable prescription drug coverage could include drug coverage from a current or former employer or union, TRICARE, Indian Health Service, the Department of Veterans Affairs, or individual health insurance coverage. Your plan must tell you each year if your non-Medicare drug coverage is creditable coverage. … Keep records showing when you had other creditable prescription drug coverage, and tell your plan when they ask about it. If you don’t tell your plan about your previous creditable prescription drug coverage, you may have to pay a penalty for as long as you have Medicare drug coverage.

The above paragraphs do not advise what creditable coverage is. To explore for more details on “creditable prescription drug coverage” visit www. medicare.gov or email info@tonisays. com with your Medicare questions.

Creditable drug coverage should “meet or exceed” Medicare’s Part D plan minimums. The minimum deductible for 2025, as an example, should

at least be $590 or less (this amount changes every year) with a maximum out-of-pocket. The benefit amount should be unlimited, so if your plan has a coverage limit or cap, it is not creditable. Unlimited prescription drug coverage is the key.

Medicare does not regard discount prescription drug programs from Walmart, Kroger, GoodRx, Amazon pharmacy or your local pharmacy that offer low-cost generics as “creditable coverage.” If you believe these plans can keep you from the Late Enrollment Penalty (LEP), I need to tell you that you’re WRONG! According to CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services), these types of prescription drug programs are not creditable.

For Veterans using the VA for prescriptions, I have good news for you –Medicare does consider the VA pharmacy to be creditable coverage.

Medicare can impose the Late Enrollment Penalty (LEP) can be because:

— Your company prescription drug benefits are not considered creditable as Medicare declares.

— You fail to call and confirm that your company prescription drug benefits were creditable, if requested via correspondence from your Part D plan.

— You had no creditable coverage and never enrolled in Medicare Part D when you were first eligible.

If you wait longer than 63 days without creditable prescription drug coverage when leaving company benefits and are older than 65 years and 90 days old, you may be assessed a LEP which is 1% for each month back to the month your Part A began, not from when your Part B begins. (Chapter 5 of my Medicare Survival Guide Advanced edition explains Medicare Part D and how to avoid Part D penalties).

Zach, you need to find the record from your previous (employer) plan showing that your prescription drug coverage was “creditable” and submit it to your plan.

Readers, with Medicare, what you don’t know WILL hurt you.

–

Toni King is an author and columnist on Medicare and health insurance issues. She has spent nearly 30 years as a top sales leader in the field. If you have a Medicare question, email info@ tonisays.com or call 832-519-8664. The “Medicare Survival Guide Advanced” edition and her new “Confused about Medicare” video series are available at www.tonisays.com.

By: Douglas G Logan

My Brother’s Keeper

When the Lord inquired of Cain, “Where is Abel, thy brother?” Cain arrogantly replied with the question, “Am I my brother’s keeper?” (Moses 5:34.)

Cain, of course, had already murdered Abel. One of the most cynical passages in the scriptures. It is one of the most intriguing concepts in contemporary morality. One’s obligation to her/his fellow man/ woman. And, its application to the concept of “the common good”.

I have lived in my current home for two years…know my neighbors well, but not intimately. One step beyond “bundt cake”. My neighbors on either side voted for Trump. We live in a neighborhood that I’m guessing is about 55/45 Democratic. We all get along.

ed. I am my brother’s keeper. That includes my extended family of human kind. My neighbor, the victim of bullying, a homeless person, a persecuted LGBTQ person, an oppressed woman, a migrant looking for a better life, a black or brown object of discrimination, a desperate alcoholic, the hungry, the impoverished, the oppressed.

If either neighbor were in peril I would, without hesitation, come to their aid. Armed with a machete (in tribute to the Cuban ‘Mambises’). I don’t own a firearm, for moral reasons. But, I would respond, at a trot, to assist because of a sacred obligation I feel as a part of being a decent human.

We live in selfish, cynical times. Decency starts at the bottom. Values have been weakened, compromised, dilut-

I will continue to staunchly back Ukraine in its valiant fight against its invaders. I will rigorously be a champion for Canada, who gave my grandfather his first opportunity to succeed in North America. I will be a champion for Mexico and its hard-working people whose persistence in bettering themselves is a model of industriousness.

I will be an ally of black people who have fought with me in battle, assisted me on construction projects, graced the stages of the entertainments I promoted, were the combatants of the matches and contests I presented. I will respect and honor all women; family members, work colleagues, partners, nurturers, collaborators, friends.

This is my creed. I am my brother’s keeper.

CARTOON Ukraine

By: Lisa Benson’s

MORE LEADING DOCTORS IN MORE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY.

Our newest practice, NYU Langone Medical Associates—West Palm Beach, offers gastroenterology and pain management services . With the vast array of specialties we provide throughout Palm Beach County, streamlining access to care is vital. That’s why we use a single electronic health record for each patient across all of our locations, so they and every medical professional can access their conditions, tests, images, medications, and more. NYU Langone Health is committed to bringing you exceptional care from leading doctors…with much more coming soon.

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Delray Beach Residents Urge Traffic Light Installation at Mizner’s

Preserve Entrance Amid Safety Concerns

Residents of the Mizner’s Preserve community in Delray Beach, Florida, are advocating for the installation of a traffic light at their neighborhood entrance on Jog Road to enhance safety and manage increasing traffic concerns. A petition initiated by resident Tiffany Baldwin has garnered over 80 signatures, reflecting the community’s collective call for action.

Rising Safety Concerns

The petition underscores the growing dangers at the intersection, attributing them to the surge in traffic due to South Florida’s expanding population. Residents report prolonged wait times and hazardous conditions when attempting to exit their community. One signer highlighted frequent speeding on Jog Road, emphasizing the urgent need for a traffic light to ensure the safety of all road users.

Tragic Incidents Highlight Urgency

The absence of a traffic signal has

contributed to the intersection’s hazardous reputation. The petition references a fatal accident at this location, underscoring the potential for further tragedies if measures aren’t taken. Such incidents are not isolated; for instance, in December 2024, a 90-year-old Delray Beach resident, Nathanael Rossin, succumbed to injuries sustained in a headon collision at the intersection of South Jog Road and Flavor Pict Road. (Source) Community’s Appeal to Authorities

The Mizner’s Preserve community is urging local authorities to address this pressing safety issue. While traffic lights in Delray Beach are owned and maintained by Palm Beach County, residents can report concerns or request new installations by contacting the county’s Traffic Operations department. (More Info)

The petition can be accessed at www.change.org/MiznersPreserveTrafficLight.

Rotary Announces “Future Stars” Finalists for April 11 Show

By Marci Shatzman

Middle and high school singers and dancer who made it to finals after auditions will perform in the annual “Future Stars” show coming up on April 11. “Congratulations to the finalists that will take part in the 21st annual ‘Future Stars Performing Arts Competition,’ sponsored by The Rotary Club of Boca Raton. The show will take place this year for the first time at the Countess de Hoernle Theatre for the Performing Arts on the campus of Spanish River High School at 7 p.m. Friday, April 11,” chairman Chris Maners announced.

VIP tickets are $50. Premier tickets are $25. Here’s how to purchase tickets on the website: https://rotaryclubbocaraton.com/event/future-stars-competition/ The rest of the tickets in the theater are free and can be reserved at: https://t.ly/fs_2025_show_tickets

“The public is also welcome to just come to the show and get seats on a first-come, first-served basis,” Maners added. “The Raton Club of Boca Raton is also holding a raffle contest to raise money to cover show costs, and

to fund its Fine Arts College Scholarship program.” The grand prize is an Apple Computer Products Package valued at $2,000, and only a maximum of 500, $50 raffle tickets will be sold. Follow this link for more details and to buy a raffle ticket: https://t.ly/fs_raffle_2025

Here’s the finalists who will perform and compete in these categories:

Solo Dance: Defne Alisoglu; Izzy Ford; Gaby Lopez; Callista Marowitz; Anna Shackelford

Middle School Vocal: Lucas Knight; Liya Mizrachi; Aurielle Neu; Paloma Nussbaum; Samantha Schmerling High School Vocal: Sydney Atherton; Lila Fuchs; Adina Hakim; Arianna Hakim; Karley Kopacz; Zachery Kopelman; Lawrence Parker; Bella Nazzaro; Lili Safadi; Karla Urbaez

Group dance: Precision Dance Conservatory

Rotarian Dr. Dennis Frisch and Sara Grant, company manager, Sol Theatre in Boca Raton, will emcee the show. Judges are Dan Guin, executive and co-artistic director, Boca Ballet Theatre; Jared Hershkowitz, Broadway actor, director, producer; Lauren Henry, Broadway, TV and film actor, singer and dancer; Alejandro Sanchez-Samper, four-time time Grammy Award nominee, faculty advisor to Hoot/Wisdom Recordings, FAU’s official record label; Ryn Deyo, manager and instructor, Dance Attack Dance Company.

Patients Share 5 Tips for SelfEmpowerment After a Bladder Cancer Diagnosis

(StatePoint) Bladder cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers, yet many patients face delays in diagnosis or struggle to find the right care.

Are you navigating a bladder cancer diagnosis or unsure of what your symptoms could indicate? Patients are sharing what they wish they knew earlier— and five tips for taking control of your care, including seeking out the advanced diagnostics procedure called Blue Light Cystoscopy (BLC).

1. Advocate for Yourself.

Early diagnosis saves lives, and routine check-ups and proactive testing can lead to earlier diagnoses and better outcomes. It’s important to stay organized by keeping track of medical records, test results and appointments. It’s also important to trust your gut. According to one patient, you may need to be persistent and proactive in order to get the right diagnosis.

“I knew something wasn’t right, but it took multiple visits before I got a proper diagnosis,” says Karen S. “If there’s one thing I’d tell others, it’s to act early and push for answers.”

“Bladder cancer wasn’t even on my radar until I was diagnosed. Now I talk about it to help others,” says Mary Beth M., who spent time researching her options as a patient. “I had no idea there were different types of cystoscopies— until I researched it myself.”

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3. Build a Support System.

The cancer journey can be challenging and stressful. Surround yourself with family, friends and support groups who can help you advocate for the best care.

Like many patients, Karen first received White Light Cystoscopy, a simple procedure for diagnosing bladder cancer, and the traditional diagnostic approach in most urology offices. While WLC remains a valuable tool, incorporating BLC enhances the process and, as a result, can lead to improved detection of cancerous lesions that can drive improved outcomes for bladder cancer patients. This was the case for Karen, who gained greater peace of mind and more confidence in her diagnosis and care through this advanced procedure.

2. Educate Yourself and Others. If you’re experiencing symptoms that could be bladder cancer, learn more about bladder cancer, treatment and diagnostic tools such as BLC.

4. Communicate With Your Health Care Team. When communicating with your health care team, patients say that being proactive is essential. “I learned to ask my doctors direct questions. It made all the difference,” says Mary Beth.

Some questions you can start with include:

• What technology do you use to diagnose and monitor bladder cancer?

• How often do you perform blue light cystoscopy?

• What are my options to ensure the most thorough diagnosis and treatment?

• Am I candidate for BLC?

5. Find a Urologist Who Offers BLC.

Don’t be shy about seeking out the best care possible. If you are interested in exploring BLC, speak with your urologist. If your current provider doesn’t offer BLC, consider exploring other options. For information about locations that offer BLC, visit https://rebrand.ly/ Tips-BLC-Locations.

When it comes to your health, be informed, be persistent, and never stop advocating for the care you deserve.

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Microplastics and Your Water Supply: What Your Family Needs to Know

(StatePoint) Statistics show if that if you’re not filtering your water the right way, your family is likely consuming microplastics.

An overwhelming 94% of U.S. tap water is contaminated with fragments of plastic pollution called microplastics, and bottled water does not fare much better —microplastics are found in 93% of 11 popular water bottle brands around the world.

Microplastics found in drinking water are not just an environmental hazard — mounting evidence indicates that they are also a potential human health hazard.

So what can you do to help make your drinking water safer? Investing in the right water filter is a great start. Be sure to choose one that meets internationally-recognized testing standards and is backed by independent testing. For example, all of LifeStraw’s water filters feature a membrane technology capable of filtering out microplastics and a host of other contaminants, such as bacteria and parasites.

le the problem with this two-pronged approach:

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On the go: Access healthier water when you are at school, work or out and about using the LifeStraw Go Series Water Filter Tumbler. This insulated, travel-sized stainless steel water filter improves taste and protects against contaminants, including microplastics.

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CHARITY

Boca Helping Hands Welcomes Andrew D. Hagen as New

Executive Director!

BOCA RATON, FL – Boca Helping Hands (BHH) is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew D. Hagen as its new Executive Director, effective June 2025. With a rich history of community service and a deep understanding of BHH’s mission, Andy is poised to lead the organization into a promising future.

Andy brings a unique blend of experience and passion to his new role. Beyond his impressive leadership credentials, he is a multifaceted individual – a pastor, mentor, dedicated volunteer, talented musician, skilled cook, and avid world traveler. His diverse background reflects his commitment to serving others and fostering a sense of community.

For the past 20 years, Andy has served with distinction at Advent Life Ministries, demonstrating exceptional leadership and a heart for service. His dedication to BHH is further evidenced by his eight years of service on the organization’s Board of Directors. During his tenure, he has actively participated in BHH’s initiatives, including volunteering at the Lake Worth Pantry Distribution, where his handson approach has made a tangible dif-

ference in the lives of those served.

Andy’s belief in BHH’s mission resonates deeply. He is committed to providing more than just a handout, emphasizing the importance of offering a “hand up” to individuals and families in need. His vision aligns perfectly with BHH’s commitment to empowering individuals to achieve self-sufficiency and build brighter futures.

“We are incredibly excited to welcome Andy as our new Executive Director,” said [Name of BHH Board Chair or spokesperson – if available]. “His extensive experience, unwavering dedication, and genuine passion for our mission make him the ideal leader to guide Boca Helping Hands forward. We are confident that under his leadership, BHH will continue to make a profound impact on our community.”

Boca Helping Hands invites the community to join in welcoming Andy as he embarks on this exciting new chapter. His leadership promises to strengthen BHH’s commitment to serving those in need and fostering a more compassionate and supportive community.

BUSINESS

Everybody and a Lama Showed up for Royal Palm Place’s 60th

What better way to celebrate your 60th anniversary than inviting everybody in town, a live lama, a juggler and a car show to the party?

Hundreds of people were checking out the petting zoo and other activities an hour after Royal Palm Place in downtown Boca Raton opened its four-hour event Saturday morning. There was even a line for face painting. “We loved the petting zoo, especially the goats,” said Laura Poklemba, whose young daughter already had a rainbow on her cheek.

Families with little kids, couples and pet people with dogs on a leash walked around the shopping and dining complex filled with things to do, buy, eat, watch and even take part in. Kids and adults filled in a big paint-by-numbers-type outline of the Plaza. That’s where Marta Batmasian, co-owner with her husband Jim, was hanging out and happy to share memories when Investments Limited bought the property that was already there. Sort of. The place

was half empty. “In six months, it was fully occupied,” she said.

“I remember June 24, 1987. This was known as the first upscale shopping center. Fifteen acres. I would come by and pick up cigarette butts with a broom,” she said. “In a couple of years, we realized a component was missing… residential. So, we built two buildings,” now named Royal Palm Place to match the plaza in the adjoining neighborhood. Their latest plans for an addition are a new hotel on Federal Highway, she noted. A farmer’s market on the plaza is 8 a.m. to noon every Sunday through May 4.

Marta Batmasian added Boca Raton’s official Walk of Recognition 29 years ago this fall. The annual ceremony and reception at The Addison with the Boca Raton Historical Society honors people who have improved the city by adding a permanent star under the statue and on the walls of Boca Raton’s original architect Addison Mizner.

MUNICIPAL

By Marci Shatzman

Nachlas Named Boca’s New Deputy Mayor

Boca Raton city residents have a new deputy mayor. City council unanimously selected Councilwoman Fran Nachlas at the 5-minute mandated city council organizational meeting Monday morning.

town district, called the CRA, which

has separate meetings, is Councilman Marc Wigder with Councilman Andy Thomson as vice chair. Nachlas was the CRA chair. These position are appointed by council members, not elected. The current deputy mayor Yvette Drucker has registered and started her campaign to run for Florida State Senate. Also appointed at the meeting were the city’s representatives to other boards and agencies, as required.

Mayor Scott Singer said the current council was sworn in. Singer is elected. He will be term-limited out on the next Boca Raton City Council election day March 10, 2026. There was no municipal meeting in Boca on the last election day March 11.

Keep an eye on the city website to see who else besides perennial candidate Bernie Korn registers to run for

Fran Nachlas

Boca Raton Announces Jorge Camejo as New Deputy City Manager

Boca Raton, FL – The City of Boca Raton is pleased to announce the appointment of Jorge Camejo as Deputy City Manager, effective March 31, 2025. With extensive experience in urban planning, redevelopment, and municipal leadership, Camejo will play a vital role in helping shape ongoing redevelopment efforts downtown and in providing input on future growth and change citywide.

Camejo brings a wealth of experience and a deep connection to Boca Raton, having previously served the City for over 28 years in various leadership capacities. His past roles include serving as Executive Director of the Boca Raton Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) from 1989 to 1998 and as Director of Development Services from 1998 to 2010. During his tenure, he was instrumental in implementing the Downtown Development of Regional

Impact (DDRI) and spearheading the transformative Mizner Park project.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jorge back to Boca Raton in this key leadership role,” said George S. Brown, Boca Raton City Manager. “His vast experience in urban redevelopment and his deep understanding of our community’s vision make him the ideal candidate to help guide growth and development in Downtown Boca Raton.”

As Deputy City Manager, Camejo’s focus will be on Boca Raton’s CRA, advancing the City’s proposed government campus redevelopment effort, and providing valuable insight into citywide planning and future redevelopment opportunities.

“Returning to Boca Raton is an exciting opportunity to build upon the city’s strong foundation,” said Jorge Camejo. “The City has evolved tremendously over athe years, and I look forward to working with City leadership, businesses, and residents to further enhance our vibrant community.”

Most recently, Camejo served as Executive Director of the CRA in Hollywood, Florida, overseeing redevelopment in both athe Downtown and Beach CRA districts. Under his leadership, Hollywood saw over $300 million in capital improvements, including major infrastructure and beautification projects. His efforts helped finance and construct landmark developments like Margaritaville and launch urban programs such as the Downtown Hollywood Mural Program.

Jorge Camejo

ENTERTAINMENT

Boca Raton Public Library Presents the Photography Exhibit, “Colors of the World” By Brett Waldman

Boca Raton, FL – The Boca Raton Public Library presents a new photography exhibit, “Colors of the World,” by Brett Waldman. A multifaceted artist, Mr. Waldman is known for his creative painting, framing, and photography. His artistic journey began with the birth of his daughter, igniting a yearning for color that he had never experienced before. His collections echo his passion for being on the ocean and the mahi-mahi, a beautiful fish depicted vibrantly in his pieces. His work symbolizes a harmonious union of color, emotion, and powerful storytelling.

“Colors and positivity, along with my daughter Stella, inspire me,” says Mr. Waldman. “I absolutely love bringing colors together in frames and my photographs.” From bringing

action and underwater images to life and creating uniquely hand-painted frames that interlace vivid color with wonder, Mr. Waldman has a genuine passion for representing the fish in its truest and authentic form. Mr. Waldman creates timeless pieces that motivate, empower, and ultimately act as gentle reminders of just how beautiful nature can be.

“Colors of the World,” a free exhibit will run from April 21–May 30 at the Downtown Library, 400 NW 2nd Avenue, during regular library hours.

The Boca Raton Public Library provides outstanding library services, resources, and programs that meet the educational, recreational, cultural, and informational needs of the Boca Raton community.

Daniela Soledade – Brazilian Dream

Boca Raton, FL – Hello, hello, Florida! Daniela Soledade is a Brazilian singer from Rio de Janeiro who has earned the respect of critics and audiences in the United States and Europe. With two albums released—A Moment of You (2019) and Pretty World (2021)—and the endorsement of bossa nova masters like Roberto Menescal and Antonio Adolfo, she has brought the delicacy of Brazilian singing to some of the world’s most iconic music venues, including the Blue Note in New York, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in London, Sunset Sunside in Paris, and the Blue Note in Milan, among others. Praised in publications like Downbeat and Jazz Times, Daniela was recently featured on the cover of JAZZIZ magazine in a story titled “Rio Rhythm: The Heartbeat of Brazilian Music”, alongside names like Ivan Lins, Bebel Gilberto, and Ed Motta.

Living in Florida since her late teens, Daniela Soledade takes the music of her country around the world with special pride and affection. “It’s a heartfelt mission to spread our Brazilian music across the globe. I have so much love for my musical roots and an immense pride in being Brazilian. I feel privileged to represent our music, which is truly unique,” she says with reverence.

She has both the legitimacy and the lineage for this mission. Daniela is the granddaughter of Paulo Soledade (1919–

1999),

Her father, Paulinho Soledade, is a respected musician, composer, producer, and arranger who has worked with Tim Maia, Erasmo Carlos, and has

a long history with musical programs on TV Globo.

Accustomed to performing in theaters and intimate venues across the U.S., with a repertoire focused on bossa nova—either in a duo with guitarist Nate Najar or in smaller ensembles—Daniela has prepared a new concert format featuring a full band, with a more relaxed and vibrant dynamic. Even the name, Brazilian Dream, speaks directly to a specific desire shared by Brazilians living abroad: the longing to dance, sing along, and reconnect with the music of Brazil.

The show’s repertoire opens up the spectrum of Brazilian Popular Music (MPB), bossa nova, and samba, including timeless classics that hold a special place in the hearts of many generations, such as “Águas de Março” (Jobim), “Carinhoso” (Pixinguinha/Braguinha), and “País Tropical” (Jorge Ben)—songs that inspire the audience to sing along at the top of their lungs.

When: Thursday, April 24 | 8 PM

Where: Boca Black Box | 8221 Glades Rd Suite #10, Boca Raton, FL 33434

Tickets: https://bocablackbox. showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1457

It will be an incredible opportunity for anyone who wants to experience Brazil’s unique flair for fun, rhythm, and live music.

a friend and collaborator of Tom Jobim, and the composer of carnival classics like the marcha-rancho “Estão Voltando as Flores” and the marcha

“Zum-Zum.”

Fuller Center: Join Us Earth Day Celebration!

Boca Raton, FL – Join us for the Living Our Legacy Earth Day Celebration featuring special guests—Fuller Center Afterschool Students—with the kind support of the City of Boca Raton, Fuller Center Teen Leader Ambassadors, Kindness Angels, Community Servant Leaders and our host The Junior League of Boca Raton.

Special Welcome from Deputy Mayor Fran Nachlas!

Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Join

us for a half hour or the entire time!)

Location: Susan Whelchel Community Garden, Meadows Park

1300 NW 8th St, Boca Raton, FL 33486

Let’s come together to celebrate our planet, spread kindness, and make a difference in our community! You’ll have the chance to:

Learn about our Earth through hands-on activities

Connect with community leaders and young changemakers

Experience the power of kindness in action

Volunteer Benefits:

Fun Crafts with gardening resources and a seed giveaway.

Junior League of Boca Raton members will receive DIAD points.

High school students can earn community service hours with completed waiver (All volunteers must sign a waiver (minors must bring a waiver signed by a parent or guardian).

To RSVP or Learn More, Contact: Lisa Talley, Associate Director of Community Engagement | ltalley@fullercenterfl.org | 561-391-7274 ext. 125

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

The Wick Just Announced Next Theater Season

By Marci Shatzman

With two shows still go this theater season through May 18, Boca’s Wick Theatre & Costume Museum has announced the 12th season of Broadway musical revivals starting in October and including “The Cher Show” next spring.

The new shows will include:

“The Fantasticks” Oct. 9 to Nov. 2

“A Christmas Carol” Nov. 28 to Dec. 28

“My Fair Lady” Jan. 22 to Feb. 22, 2026

“Camelot” March 19 to April 12, 2026

“The Cher Show” April 20 to June 7, 2026

Current subscribers have until April 6 to renew their subscriptions, and new subscribers will have until the end of this season’s final show to buy a subscription, according to Marilynn Wick, executive producer and CEO. Individual tickets are expected to go on sale in July and will be announced on the Wick’s website. This season’s show “No, No Nanette” performances are ongoing through April 6. The final show of this season, “My Way: A Musical Tribune to Frank Sinatra,” is April 24 through May 18. https://thewick. org/

The Wick, at 7901 N. Federal Highway, produces Broadway musical revivals and special events. Show casts include auditioned national and regional actors, singers and dancers with theater credentials. Wick also owns the largest costume collection in the world and often uses the original costumes from those shows for their own productions.

“No, No Nanette” photos by Amy Pasquantonio

The Boca Raton Tribune

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