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Moving Downtown Post Office? No decisions yet from USPS By: Diane Emeott Korzen Contributing Writer Mrs. Cichelli has been a longtime loyal customer of the Downtown Boca Raton Post Office located at 170 NE 2 Street. “This has been my post office for 16 years. I’ve had the same [post office] box here. It’s a fantastic location. Nobody wants to give it up!” Cichelli stopped by her local post office on the way home from a March 29 Public Input meeting regarding possible relocation of the Downtown Post Office. She described the meeting as having “no clarity. What is that big word we like to use? – Ambiguous. We want it to stay here,” she said of the 58-year-old post office whose building bears a 1960 dedication plaque from when Dwight D. Eisenhower was President of the United States, and Arthur E. Summerfield was Postmaster General.

WWII veteran Ed Skolkin is all smiles after volunteer pilot Chris Culp gives him a Dream Flight on a WWII era-Boeing Stearman biplane at the Boca Raton Airport. Staff photo.

Boca Raton veterans lifted off ground for ‘Dream Flights’ By: Marisa Herman Associate Editor WWII veteran Ed Skolkin hoisted himself, with a little help, into the cockpit of a WWII era-Boeing Stearman biplane at the Boca Raton Airport. He signaled the pilot with a thumbs up when he was ready to be lifted into the warm sky. Smiling, the volunteer pilot taxied down the runway preparing for takeoff on a 15-minute flight over the city of Boca Raton. He would repeat the flight several times as a way to say thank you to senior veterans. The flights were given last month for free thanks to Ageless Aviation Dreams Foundation, a nonprofit with a mission of “giving back to those who have given,” by providing “Dream Flights” in the same aircrafts used to train aviators many years ago. “It’s exhilarating,” Skolkin said of being in the air. “It was wonderful. I saw parts of Boca Raton I have never seen from the ground.” The 90-year-old served in the Navy dur-

ing WWII. He was 17 when he entered the service and spent a few years in active duty and then in the Naval Reserve. He served as a radioman and flew airship blimps over the Pacific and Atlantic oceans during the war. He was responsible for detecting enemy submarines. When volunteer pilot Chris Culp thanked Skolkin for his service, Skolkin told him, “I wish I could do it again.” Culp is a retired Oregon State Trooper, who has been volunteering his time as a pilot to the nonprofit for the past three years. He said the group has provided more than 3,000 flights to veterans across the country in 41 states. “It’s very rewarding,” he said of his time flying the veterans. “It’s a fun position. We get to travel around the country and we get to share this experience with the veterans. They are very grateful.” He said one of the volunteer pilots equates the planes to a time machine for the veterans.

“It brings back a lot of good memories for them,” he said.

Nearly 125 people packed into the tight-knit quarters at the Boca Raton Community Center Annex at 260 Crawford Blvd. for the 4:30 p.m. Thursday public input meeting hosted by representatives from the U.S. Postal Service in which few answers were given, and no decisions were made. Mayor Susan Haynie and Council Members Scott Singer and Andrea Levine O’Rourke were in the audience, as were several news outlets. “The frustration is: People came to hear what is going to happen…Get us a decision ASAP!” said Council Member Levine O’Rourke.

Richard Milan, 86, remembers the day he was drafted into the Army. It was the same day that Congress enacted a law that the draft couldn’t take a student and he was college bound.

Mayor Haynie said the city will push out contact information for USPS so residents can voice their opinions.

He finished school and was drafted into the medical service as a medical specialist overseeing pilots’ eye exams in the late 1950s. He was part of a medical evacuation team and he learned how to fly helicopters.

According to Juan Nadal, USPS Marketing Manager for the Southeast Florida Region from Ft. Pierce to the Keys, the March 29 meeting began a 30-day public input period.

Milan said he was most looking forward to “Just the idea of getting up and going into the wild blue yonder.”

Singer said an unanimous decision was made by Boca CRA Board on March 26, to pass a resolution stating the city wants to keep the post office where it is.

“USPS will review comments/concerns prior to making a decision,” said USPS Strategic Communications Specialist for the Alabama & South Florida Dis[CONT. PG 2]

The cockpit is also a familiar place for Navy veteran Eugene Brogan. He enlisted in 1950 and went to flight school. After serving in the Korean War, he stayed in the reserves for 10 years and then became a commercial pilot for United Airlines. The 89-year-old isn’t flying anymore, but said he enjoys being a passenger as well as calling the shots from [CONT. PG 2]

Crowd of residents at afternoon public input meeting on moving the Downtown Post Office. Photo by Diane Emeott Korzen.

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Five residents of Boca Raton’s St. Andrews Estates were given free flights thanks to Ageless Aviation Dreams Foundation, a nonprofit with a mission of “giving back to those who have given,” by providing “Dream WWII veteran Ed Skolkin is ready to take off on his Dream Flight. Staff Volunteer pilot Chris Culp autographs a Dream Flights hat for WWII veteran Ed Skolkin after they land back at Boca Raton Airport. photo. Flights” in the same aircrafts used to train aviators. Staff photo.

Boca Raton veterans lifted off ground for ‘Dream Flights’ [FROM PG 1]

the pilot’s seat.

While Air Force Veteran Ted Davis, 82, didn’t fly airplanes, he worked on them from the ground as a first lieutenant at Eglin Air Force Base. He worked on the new bombing and navigation system for the B52 bomber and flight tests for the bomb ground-to-air missile sys-

tem. “I liked the Air Force,” he said. “It was a very good experience.” He brought his family to Boca 50 years ago when he took a job with IBM. Now, he and the others live in St. Andrews Estates in Boca. The men were joined by Gloria Kelley. While

she didn’t serve in the armed forces, she had some experience with small aircrafts. She was in the Civil Air Patrol in high school and used to hang out at the Detroit City Airport looking for rides on small planes. She wore a bracelet with her name etched in it made out of material from a B-29 plane that someone made for her a long time ago.

“I was in the right place at the right time,” she said of her chance to fly with the veterans. “I volunteered immediately. I like little planes.” After landing, Culp gifted the veterans with baseball caps from the foundation and signed them with a note, “Thank you for your service.”

Moving Downtown Post Office? No decisions yet from USPS [FROM PG 1]

tricts Debra J. Fetterly on April 11.

Damian Salazar, a Dallas, TX –based Real Estate Specialist for Facilities Implementation with the U.S. Postal Service made the presentation, but said he is not the decision maker. “The purpose of this meeting is to assure increased opportunities for members of the community who may be affected by the project, along with local officials, to convey their views concerning the contemplated project and have them considered prior to any final decision,” Salazar read a prepared statement about “Why We Are Here.” He said the existing Boca Raton Downtown Post Office Building is 8,473-square feet. The Post Office estimates it would only need about a 4,065 square-feet retail building in new acquisition alternate quarters. The total site would need to be about 40,757 square-feet, with 31 parking spaces, in the preferred area of: Glades Road to the North; E. Camino Real to the South; 5 Avenue to the East; and 2 Avenue to the West. Prospective downtown post office locations were listed as:

Post Office Building in Downtown Boca Raton. Photo by Diane Emeott Korzen.

1609 NW Boca Raton Blvd. (1 mile from current location) “How to have a continued presence in the Downtown” was brought up for discussion. “Can you confirm you will have a continued presence in the Downtown area?” pressed Singer.

327 Plaza Real (800 feet. from current location)

“Our overall goal is we want to stay in the Downtown area,” said post office representative Salazar.

20 SE 3 St. (.4 miles from current location)

At least one resident questioned the timing of the meeting

after hearing that the current lease for the Downtown post office is set to expire in June. Landlord James Batmasian of Investment Limited said the lease expires July 13, not in June. “The other two locations you’re looking at are owned by me. We would be happy to relocate you.” He said he had already signed a [4-year] lease renewal for the post office in September, after he had been working on the lease with them for about a year. “Today is the first time I’m hearing the post office wants a 10-year lease (with a 5-year extension),” he said. Batmasian was asked after the meeting if he was trying to push the post office out from its current location? “No.” Asked if he had recently raised the amount of the lease, Batmasian said, “It went up 3 percent,” which he called standard.

Signs were posted outside the Boca Raton Community Center Annex Keep Our Post Office signs are posted all over downtown Boca. Photo where public input meeting is held.Photo by Diane Emeott Korzen. by Diane Emeott Korzen.

Asked whether the current building needs renovation, Batmasian said, “Yes, it needs renovation.” He described the renovations as exterior painting, etc., adding that two engineering reports had declared the building to be structurally sound.

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Patch Reef Park’s wheelchair tennis program wins national award By: Marisa Herman Associate Editor

Every Tuesday evening David Harrison grabs his racquet and wheels onto tennis court No. 9 at Patch Reef Park. He locates a roll of duct tape from his bag and begins taping the racquet to his hand. An injury has left him with limited mobility. He then hits a tennis ball against the wall. He hits a second in nearly the exact same spot. He nods that his tape job is sufficient for play. It is part of a ritual he has done every week since 1999. Harrison has played all types of wheelchair sports, but tennis stuck. His doubles partner Nick Williams also arrived early to the Tuesday clinic. The two have played in wheelchair tennis programs in Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton. They recently took home their third doubles championship title in their division during an Easter tournament. “We don’t miss and we get here early,” Williams said of the Tuesday night tennis clinics. “I do whatever I can to make it. I look forward to it.” He was 16 when he was in a car accident in 2008. The athlete said he didn’t lose his competitive drive just because he was in a wheelchair. He tried wheelchair basketball and adaptive volleyball. But after he played in a wheelchair tennis tournament, that his friend told him about, he knew he found his sport. “I got addicted and have been playing ever since,” he said. “The best way to get good at a sport is to play it. The tournaments have been a fun way to compete again.” The program at Patch Reef Tennis Center was recently named the 2017 United States Tennis Association’s Local Grassroots Wheelchair Tennis Program of the Year. The award is granted to programs that promote and develop the growth of wheelchair tennis and use the sport of tennis to help build stronger, healthier communities. Harrison and Williams warmed up together before they were joined by their coach Jim Tierney and two others players.

Nick Williams prepares to swing at a tennis ball heading his way during a drill held durDavid Harrison hits a ball during a recent drill ing wheelchair tennis practice at Boca’s Patch Three wheelchair tennis players line up for held at Patch Reef Park. Staff photo. practice drills. Staff photo. Reef Park.

Tierney began going through drills with the players. They hit forehand and backhand. They hit long shots and short shots. They maneuvered their chairs across the court in time to return fast serves.

program,” Karr said. “He was and still is such a helpful guy who took such interest in this program and has been so supportive and engaged in the process of continuing to build it up.”

The rules are the same with one exception: the players have two bounces. During tournaments, competitors are matched against people with similar skills, but during clinics everyone plays together.

Tierney took the program a step further by joining the United States Tennis Association where he currently sits on the board for the wheelchair tennis program. He has since hosted two annual USTA sanctioned wheelchair tennis tournaments: the South Florida Open Wheelchair Championships and the South Florida Open Winter Wheelchair Championship.

“It’s fun to see how you progress and get better,” Williams said. “I remember a few years ago, I couldn’t hit a back hand. In the tournament I just played in, I hit a killer one.” Tierney said after the clinic is over, most of the players will stay and play until the courts close. “It’s a great group,” he said. “Everyone is really welcoming.” Boca’s wheelchair tennis program began over 20 years ago, Tierney said. It was when U.S. Wheelchair Sports Hall of Famer and Paralympic athlete, Bruce Karr, also known as “The Godfather” of wheelchair tennis, organized the first wheelchair tennis tournament for Palm Beach County players at Patch Reef ’s tennis courts. Now, Patch Reef Tennis Center Administrator Tierney leads the tournaments and clinics. “Jim stepped up in a big way for the wheelchair tennis

“Members in the community who are familiar with wheelchair tennis have embraced it and are often ardent supporters such as the many volunteers who assist the tournaments and round robins. Typically, anyone that experiences wheelchair tennis for the first time is hooked and often returns. The challenge is to get the word out to those that have not experienced the skills, desire, and competitiveness of wheelchair athletes. We encourage our community to come and support these talented players and events,” he said. Free weekly clinics take place from 5:30-8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. A monthly Up/Down round robin takes place the first Tuesday of each month, which pairs able-bodied players with wheelchair players. The next one will take place on May 1. For more information, please visit www.patchreefpark. org or call 561-367-7090.

No ‘love’ for proposed Nadal Tennis Facility at Patch Reef Park

meeting with Nadal’s management team in New York to discuss their desire to establish a tennis facility in Boca Raton.

By: Diane Emeott Korzen Contributing Writer A proposal from tennis star Rafael Nadal to bring a tennis facility to Patch Reef Park has been struck down by the Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District board. After the April 16 meeting of the Greater Boca Raton Beach & Park District board ended negotiations with the Nadal organization— for now, according to Executive Director Arthur Koski. “The District indicated it will cease all negotiation with the Nadal Group, effective immediately,” he said. Additionally, the board will seek to hire an architect for a new master plan for the park as well as a topographic survey. The last survey was done when the park was built. Patch Reef Park was purchased Dec. 30, 1981. The existing Tennis Center

was dedicated Feb. 20, 1988. Koski estimates the topographic survey will be completed by the end of May.

Board commissioners also expressed concerns about the location of the proposed facility and the size of it.

The Beach & Park District next meets on Monday, May 7 at 5:15 p.m. in the Sugar Sand Park Community Center. Initial drawings from tennis great Rafa Nadal’s people for a proposed Nadal Tennis Facility at Patch Reef Park were posted on the green boards in Sugar Sand Community Center Conference Room during the April 2 Greater Boca Raton Beach & Parks District meeting. The topic caused many residents to protest the proposal at both April meetings. Upon seeing “Update On Nadal Tennis Facility” listed on the Beach & Park District agenda, several residents came out

Proposed Nadal Tennis Facility preliminary drawings were posted on a wall during the April 2 Greater Boca Beach & Park District meeting. Photo by Diane Emeott Korzen.

to speak, to express their concerns about how having a tennis center by someone of Nadal’s high caliber could potentially disrupt more low-key Patch Reef Park activities, such as taking a walk on the trails. The proposed facility was first brought up in August. Kossi told the board he took a

Commissioner Erin Wright said it looked like the facility would be built on the same spot as some of the running trails and current courts. “I thing the Mega Plan is too big for the park — that’s my initial thought after hearing from the community. Tonight, most of the comments have been negative… Unless they [the Nadal group] are willing to scale it down,” Chairman of the Beach & Parks District Robert Rollins said on April 2. “I sense this might be a more aggressive site plan than what we first talked about.”

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Make A Wish teams up with local turf business to turn Boca teen’s backyard into custom football complex By: Marisa Herman Associate Editor It took two years to make Azriel Wasser’s wish of a football field of his own come true. But the 15-year-old Boca Raton brain cancer survivor said Wasser Field was worth the wait. On a recent Monday afternoon, Wasser came home from school and was greeted by his friends, siblings and a team who turned his backyard into a football field. Equipped with an electronic scoreboard, bench with his last name on it and a custom logo in the end zone with his last name Wasser in the same font his favorite team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, use — his wish of a football field of his own was revealed to him. “This is crazy,” Wasser said as he looked at his new backyard. “I am wowed. This is awesome.” And the field was only part of his wish. He received a football, helmet and jersey signed by his favorite player Jameis Winston and a video message from tight end Cameron Brate. After getting the tour of Wasser Field, he kicked a field goal through the uprights and his friends took the turf for a pick-up

Azriel Wasser kicks the first field goal on Wasser Field, which was created as his wish from Make A Wish Foundation. Staff photo.

Azriel Wasser and his friends gather on a Wasser Field, which was presented to Azriel by Make A Wish Foundation. Staff photo.

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come true.

been in severe pain.”

President and CEO of the Make a Wish Southern Florida chapter Norman Wedderburn has seen all types of requests since his involvement with the organization began about 20 years ago.

Palm Beach Sailing Classic raised money to offset costs and Boynton Beach-based Sports Turf One built the field.

A few months after those dull headaches, he woke up with a severe headache. The pediatric neurosurgeon said it looked like he had a benign tumor.

But this one, he said, was definitely a unique wish. Out of 11,000 wishes the chapter has granted, kids have gone and trips and met their favorite celebrities, but no one has ever asked for a custom sports field. “We have never done a football field before,” he said. It took about two years to make the right connections in raising the money and finding a company to make the wish

It took more than three weeks to turn the backyard into a gridiron ready field. To keep it a surprise, Azriel’s parents put up hurricane shutters on the back sliders to keep what was going on outside a secret. “I’m speechless,” Batsheva Wasser, Azriel’s mom said. “I think its extraordinary.” She said what Make A Wish does for children while they are battling an illness helps to take their mind of the challenging times and focus on the positive parts of their journey. “He has those memories of being in a hospital and post surgery pain,” she said. “I am hoping those memories fade and these memories remain.” His mom described her son’s journey with cancer as interesting. When Azriel was 6-years-old, she said he would complain of headaches. But all the tests came back inconclusive.

In addition to a field of his own, Azriel Wasser reWasser Field features artificial turf, an electronic ceived a package from his favorite NFL team, the Tampa Bay Bucs. Staff photo. scoreboard and field goal uprights. Staff photo.

“He wasn’t a complainer about his symptoms,” she said of her son. “For him to say he had a mild headache, he must have

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The doctor said Azriel was mostly asymptomatic and should have been sicker than he appeared. Azriel was prepped for surgery to have the brain tumor removed. All but a tiny piece, which was stuck to the optic nerve, was removed. The doctors assured the Wassers the piece that remained was too risky to remove and it was benign, but to monitor it with yearly MRIs. About five years passed when the doctors noticed an increase of blood flow to the area where the tumor was still located. “It grew,” she said. “But it dislodged from the optic nerve, so they could take it out.” Again, Azriel had brain surgery. But this time the piece did not come back benign, rather it was malignant. So he had to follow the surgery with radiation. Now, he has been in remission for two and a half years. “Football is something that always made him light up and shine,” his mom said.

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things you need to know in Boca Raton this May lost their lives in Parkland. The second event is a yoga fundraiser at Barkan Method Hot Yoga with Lisa RomeSteiner on May 20 at 2:15 p.m. The event cost $25, which is a donation to the Faulk Center. Call 561-483-5300 for more information on either event.

5 Boca Raton Public Library is supporting Small Busi-

1 The Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce is holding

its Business Awards Luncheon on May 24 at the Boca Raton Resort and Club. The luncheon will recognize Ami and Arnie Zak of Unique Gifts & Premiums for “Small Business Leaders of the Year,” John Tolbert of the Boca Raton Resort & Club as “Business Leader of the Year,” and Bluegreen Vacations as “Business of the Year.”

2 Councilman Scott Singer is the city’s new Deputy Mayor and Councilwoman Andrea O’Rourke is the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency board chair. Councilwoman Monica Mayotte will serve as the CRA Vice-Chair and voting delegate to the Palm Beach County League of Cities. Councilman Jeremy Rodgers and Mayor Susan Haynie will be representatives to the Transportation Planning Association. And Councilman Rodgers will be the representative to Interlocal Plan Review Amendment Committee. 3 The American Association of Caregiving Youth is recognizing Jan Dymtrow during its Caregiving Youth Graduation Brunch on May 15 from 10 a.m. to noon at Broken Sound Club. For more information call 561-3917401. 4 Faulk Center for Counseling is observing mental health awareness month with two events. The first is a butterfly release on May 17 at 5:30 p.m. The event is free to attend at the Faulk Center. Of the 50+ butterflies, 17 will be released in memory of the students and teachers who

ness Week by launching “Libraries Mean Business” from April 29-May 5. The library will hold classes all week at both locations. Highlights include: “Building a Successful Business at Any Age” and “Easy to do Business with the City of Boca Raton.” Register for these free programs through the calendar at bocalibrary.org.

6 Boca Raton was named one of the 10 Best Places to Visit in 2018 by livability.com. The website’s editors looked at more than 2,000 cities across the country before narrowing the list down to 10 places. Criteria included the city’s entertainment industry, cultural offerings and number of golf courses and parks, along with ease of transportation, crime rates, and average hot and cold temperatures throughout the year. 7 Especially for Kids returns for the fourth year to Sugar Sand Park on May 19. The free event is for kids with special needs and abilities and their families. Enjoy exclusive access to the park “after hours” from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. including carousel rides and the Children’s Science Explorium, art activities, glitter tattoos, dancing, resource fair exhibitors, food and more. Sound modifications, limited registrations and a quiet room will be available. Pre-registration is required for all family members. www.sugarsandpark.org/special-needs-programs. 8 The Camino Real Bridge is closed for approximately

one year as it undergoes a $9 million rehabilitation. The new bridge will have a similar architectural design, the same clearance height and a similar railing. The bridge tender’s house, however, will be moved to the north side of the bridge, and the width of the bridge will be

slightly wider, allowing for increased room for bicyclists and pedestrians. Construction will take place Monday- Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. General questions about the bridge project can be directed to Palm Beach County Project Manager, Sandra Ospina, sospina@pbcgov.org at 561-684-4150.

9 Jerry’s Girls is at The Wick through May 13. Renowned for shows such as Hello, Dolly!, Mame, Mack and Mabel and La Cage Aux Folles, Herman created an array of iconic feme powerhouse characters. In Jerry’s Girls, The Wick celebrates the composer’s classic productions and honors the 40-plus female stars who have appeared in his musicals over the years. The show is directed by Lee Roy Reams and features internationally acclaimed star Susan Anton along with Klea Blackhurst, Julie Kavanaugh and Lauren Sprague. For tickets or more information, www.thewick. org or call 561-995-2333. 10 PJ Library is hosting its Grandparents & Special Friends Celebration on May 2. All Grandparents and Special Friends are invited to delve into and celebrate their important Jewish grandparenting role over breakfast (dietary laws observed) at 10:00 am at the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s west Boca campus at 9901 Donna Klein Boulevard. Breakfast costs $36 per person. RSVP at jewishboca.org/pjgrand

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Kevin Romer, president/co-founder of Boca’s Matthew Forbes Romer Foundation 1 Tell us about yourself and the Matthew Forbes Romer Foundation. Lisajane and Kevin Romer received a diagnosis with Mathew, their first child, that he had a fatal genetic disease. We were in disbelief since we were both independentally tested for Tay-Sachs disease and determined to be non-carriers. With Mathew’s diagnosis, we were quickly amazed with how little existed in the way of geneticists, quality testing resources, educational programs, nursing resources, treatments, and cures in South Florida. We were determined to channel all of the energy and hope we had for curing our son, which was not possible at the time, to instead enjoying what ever time we had with our son’s short life while creating a foundation (The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation) to help address these deficiencies.

2 You recently celebrated 20 years of the foundation’s existence with a gala. Tell us about the event. The Foundation celebrated its 20 anth

MFRF’s accomplishments and partnerships, sumptuous food from the Breakers, a Las Vegas type show called the Illusionists and a private dessert reception. The event also featured the “See the Light” Awards Ceremony, which this year honored leaders who have been part of the Foundation’s efforts over the past two decades.

3 What are some of the accomplish-

Kevin, Alexis, Jeff and Lisajane Romer at the annual Matthew Forbes Romer Foundation. Submitted photo.

niversary with its annual “Sweetness & Laughter” Gala on March 10 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach. Each year, we use the gala as an opportunity to raise funds, highlight those leaders in the community and country that are making a difference in the world of genetic testing, nursing, research and finding a cure, and educate the attendees on the progress the Foundation is making. This year, we raised over $100,000! More than 170 guests enjoyed the tribute to the

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ments the foundation has made over the past 20 years? The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation has raised over $2 million to fund projects spanning its mission:

• Funded more than 30 nursing scholarships with Florida Atlantic University, Florida International University, and Nova Southeastern University; created nursing school training programs including simulating in-home family care. • Hosted 20 South Florida Genetic Testing and Education Fairs; screened over 1,500 potential parents with as high as 50 percent detection. Produced the training video of the International TaySachs Quality Control Laboratory. • Conceived of and grew the National Research Initiative to 61 projects, $3.9 million in grants and many promising therapies with the National Tay-Sachs and Allied Diseases Association (NTSAD). This has led to over $20 million dollars in funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and similar institutions. • Helped establish the Tay-Sachs Gene Therapy Consortium to accelerate preclinical and clinical trials. • Worked with FAU’s Brain Institute as a follow-on to the State Center for Rare and Genetic Neurological Diseases. • Sponsored the Medical and Scientific

Sessions at the annual NTSAD Family Conference.

4 What is the goal for the next year

or 20 years?

The mission of The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation is to lead the fight for education, quality assurance, and research of children’s genetic diseases of the brain. Education & Research of Children’s Genetic Diseases of the Brain represent our future of hope and potential. One of the highlights of the program this year was joining with the National Tay-Sachs and Allied Diseases Association (NTSAD) in announcing that we now have a plan and are hopeful to be in clinical trials with children later this year. As I said during the event, “The families that we impact and the hope they have for treatments and cures is what drives us forward year after year. It is why we started this foundation 20 years ago, in honor of our son Mathew, and it is why we will continue to persevere.”

5 What is the most rewarding part of being involved in the foundation? There are quite a few rewarding pieces to our Foundation work: • The partnerships that we have built with so many people and organizations in South Florida and nationally; • Being able to honor and remember our first son Mathew; • To be able to help so many other families with the work that we do; And • Seeing our other two children (Alexis and Jeff) grow up to become adults and participate and sometimes lead the many events and programs of the Foundation. Learn more at www.mfrfoundation. org.

Please call

561-672-7819 to book your stay.

Daily Happy Hour Specials to include live entertainment on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday nights. Nursing Education Program winners at the 20th annual “Sweetness & Laughter” Gala. Submitted photo.

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Primal Forces comes home to Boca Raton Nomadic Theater Company Announces 2018-19 Season at Sol Theatre

Theories of identity are put under the microscope in this time-bending drama. An aging writer (Angie Radosh), who despises technology, accompanied by a mysterious stranger, (Jacqueline Laggy) travels back in time to the dark woods of the past, unearthing a tragedy that shatters their notions of language, loneliness and essential self.

By: Jan Engoren Contributing Writer After his stint at the Arts Garage in Delray Beach ended abruptly last December, Keith Garsson, artistic director of Primal Forces Productions is happy to have landed on his feet. The company has signed a deal to become the resident theater company at Sol Theatre in Boca Raton, 3333 N. Federal Hwy., replacing the former Evening Star Productions. Rosalie Grant, founder and artistic director of the Evening Star Productions at Sol Theatre, is relocating to New Mexico, according to her daughter, Sara Grant, 25, who will reprise her mother’s role as manager at Sol Theatre. This left a vacuum Garsson was eager to fill. After a 20 year incarnation as The Boca Raton Theater Guild, a home at Sugar Sand Park, a four-year detour through Andrews Living Arts (twice), Arts Garage and Empire Stage in Ft. Lauderdale, the theater director says he didn’t want people to think he disappeared. “I wanted to stay on their radar,” he says. “Hopefully this will be a longterm gig.” “We’ve come full-circle from our origins in Boca and are glad to be back in Boca Raton,” Garsson says, who brings with him long-time associate, Genie Croft, founder of the Women’s Theatre Project. Croft is anticipating the move back to Boca as well. “I love the creative experience of theatre,“ she says. “It’s an exciting challenge to move to a new space and present works that are thought-provoking, not always seen and start interesting conversations.” “Making a connection with the audience is always a thrill,” she says.

Having Our Say son and Primal Forces here at Sol Theatre,” says Sara Grant, who went to see Garsson’s production of playwright Daniel McIvor’s “Communion” at Empire Stage last January.

by Emily Mann

“He has a great artistic vision and our venue is perfect for his intimate productions,” she says. “I’m looking forward to a great collaboration – this is a win/win for both of us.”

Tickets: $30-$35

Garsson believes his theatre fills a niche that’s not filled by other theaters in the area including the Wick Theatre in Boca Raton and Palm Beach Dramaworks in West Palm Beach. “We’re Off-Broadway to their Broadway,” he jokes, but emphasizing that they are a professional theatre company using local actors with Broadway credits. “Theatre should reflect the values of the community and I invite the community to show up and give us their feedback,” Garsson says. “We’ll give you a night of thinking and top-notch entertainment without having to travel too far.” On tap for next season are shows with subjects that include African-American history, the Holocaust, aging, and Neil Simon’s dark comedy, “The Gingerbread Lady.” The season opens on Nov. 30, with “Breadcrumbs,” which was supposed to be the last show at the Arts Garage, a show Garsson expects will entice the South Palm Beach theater crowd.

from the book by Sarah L. and A. Elizabeth Delany with Amy Hill Hearth Directed by Genie Croft

Jan. 11 – Feb. 3, 2019 Fri. & Sat. at 8 p.m., Sun. at 2 p.m. The Delany sisters’ (Avery Sommers, Karen Stephens) extraordinary true story of our nation’s heritage recalls Paul Robeson, Harlem’s Golden Age and Jim Crow. As graduates of Columbia University, Bessie breaks barriers to become a dentist while Sadie integrates the New York City school system. Blonde Poison by Gail Louw Directed by Keith Garsson

Feb. 15 – Mar. 10, 2019 Fri. & Sat. at 8 p.m., Sun. at 2 p.m. The true story of Stella Kubler (Lourelene Snedeker) who, in present day London, reflects on her days as a young Jewish girl in Nazi Germany. As she recounts her past, will we still see Stella as a victim? Or were her misdeeds as monstrous as those who imprisoned her? The Gingerbread Lady by Neil Simon

Tickets may be purchased primalforces. com or by calling 866-811-4111.

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The complete season:

“They’ve been very hospitable and welcomed us with open arms,” he says. “It’s a symbiotic relationship Primal Forces will present during season (Nov. – Apr.) replacing the Evening Star productions, and Sol Theatre children’s productions will continue over the summer.”

Fri. & Sat. at 8 p.m., Sun. at 2 p.m.

Breadcrumbs

“We’re so excited to have Keith Gars-

Fri. & Sat. at 8 p.m., Sun. at 2 p.m.

One of Neil Simon’s most mature comedies. It’s 1971 in New York City and Evie (Patti Gardner) is a cabaret singer compromised by her excessive lifestyle. As she tries to rebuild her life with her insecure friends Toby (Janice Hamilton) and Jimmy, can she also establish a closer relationship with her daughter?

by Jennifer Haley Directed by Keith Garsson Tickets: $30-$35 Nov. 30 – Dec. 23, 2018

Palm Beach County

Tickets: $30-$35

As an added enticement the theater is offering a special price for all four shows of $100.

Garsson says the Grants have given them free reign and as a Boca resident himself, he believes the proximity to the theater will allow him to be more hands-on.

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Don’t miss events 1 Eddie Money is heading to Mizner Park Amphitheater with Blue Oyster Cult and Foghat on May 12 at 6 p.m. Local band, The Lifesays, will open the show. Prices are $60 per person general admission, $60 for reserved seating, $100 VIP clock tower (standing room only), $125 VIP balcony seating and $150 VIP Pit table seating. VIP tickets include two cocktails and access to a private bar. VIP clock tower tickets include complimentary samples of Foghat Cellars wine, Doc Brown’s Really Bad Rum and assorted craft beers. Attendees are invited to bring items including unopened bags or cans of dog food, toys, or bedding to a Donation Station, to benefit Big Dog Rescue Ranch of Palm Beach and the Tri County Humane Society. Donors will receive a raffle ticket for an opportunity to win one of three gift baskets. For more information about making donations, visit www.eddiemoneyatmizner.com/donation-station.

for a complete line-up and ticket information.

2 SunFest music festival returns to West Palm Beach May 3-6. Don’t miss performers like Pitbull, Zedd, Nick Jonas, Incubus and Ice Cube. Visit sunfest.com

5 The 7th annual Delray Beach Craft Beerfest returns to the Pavilion at Old School Square on May 11. VIP access

3 The 1st Annual South Florida Be Like Brit 5K Walk for Haiti will take place on May 19. The walk begins at 10 a.m. at John Prince Park, Center Drive Pavilion. Hosted by the Gengel family, who founded Be Like Brit, after their daughter who died in the 2010 Haiti earthquake. The nonprofit built an orphanage in Haiti in honor of their daughter. The fee for the walk is $19 per person. Register online at www.BeLikeBrit.org/FloridaWalk 4 Catch “Who’s Afraid of Virginia

Woolf?” at the Delray Beach Playhouse beginning May 18. Tickets cost $30 per person.

begins at 6:30 p.m. and general admission gates open at 7:30 p.m. Your ticket gets you unlimited samples of more than 100 craft brews, ciders and wines. Attendance is limited to give everyone the best beer tasting experience. Tickets support Old School Square. The event is rain or shine and open to folks 21 and older. Regular tickets are $40 in advance and $45 at gate. VIP is $55 in advance and $65 at gate if available.

on May 19. Swimmers will swim one mile in the ocean from the South 5 Lifeguard Tower to the South 1 tower and back. The race begins at 7 a.m. Registration costs $30 and must be submitted by 5 p.m. on May 17. Checks payable to City of Delray Beach. For more information, 561-2437352 or gaffney@mydelraybeach.com.

6 The Amazing Mom And Son Challenge returns on May 12 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mom and son teams will race around Delray looking for clues and performing challenges to be the first team to cross the finish line. Divisions begin at 5 years old. For more information, contact 561-243-7000 ext. 5101.

9 MNM Theatre Company will bring

7 Head to Delray’s Bexley Park on May 18 for a free, outdoor movie screening of the classic “Beauty and the Beast.” The family friendly event begins at 8 p.m. Bring chairs and blankets. Food will be available. 8 Delray Beach Ocean Rescue will

host the 23rd Annual Ocean Mile Swim

Avenue Q to Kravis Center’s Rinker Playhouse from May 25-June 10. Tickets are $55 each and are available for purchase online at kravis.org; by phone at 561-8327469; or at the Kravis Center box office.

10 The Ryan J. Mandel Charity is host-

ing its 2nd annual 5k Race and 1 Mile Walk in honor of Ryan J. Mandel, a Delray Beach native who lost his battle to addiction in 2016. The race takes place on May 12 at 7 a.m. at Anchor Park. To register, visit https://ryanjmandel.com/

Lynn University holds annual Easter Egg Hunt By: Nicole Cleri Lynn University contributing Writer On Saturday, March 31 the staff and students of the Lynn community put together their annual Easter egg hunt located at the Bobby Campbell Stadium practice field where hundreds of families from Boca Raton attended the event. “This event keeps growing every year,” said Andy Vermes, Lynn faculty member. “This year is definitely a huge success, seeing all of these families here attending

A little boy fills his basket with eggs Lynn University’s annual egg hunt at- Kids race to collect Easter eggs during during Lynn University’s annual egg tracted hundreds of families. Photo by Lynn University’s annual egg hunt. Phohunt. Photo by Nicole Cleri. Nicole Cleri. to by Nicole Cleri.

the event is truly amazing.” The egg hunt was categorized by age group

so it was fair for all of the children to have an equal opportunity to be a part of the action. This event included food trucks, music and

games for the children. With over 500 families filling up the field, the event was very successful and continues to expand each year.

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Memorial Day in Boca

For both events, the City of Boca Raton is once again teaming up with Forgotten Soldiers Outreach to offer an area where attendees can write a letter to a soldier and where goods may be donated to create “We Care” packages to be sent to deployed soldiers.

All Gave Some…Some Gave All 9 a.m. Boca Raton Cemetery

Showtime Performing Arts Theatre In the Heights Saturdays at 4 p.m. through May 19 Lin Manuel Miranda, creator of HAMILTON, wrote the music and story of this gripping musical drama spanning 3 days in the life of multiple generations in the New York City Latino neighborhood of Washington Heights.Nominated for 13 Tony Awards and winner of the 2008 Best Musical, Miranda combines Latin and Hip Hop music to create this poignant tale of hope and self discovery.

theater. No coolers or outside alcoholic beverages permitted. The event is rain or shine.

A commemorative ceremony will take place featuring Veteran groups, City Officials, music by the Fort Lauderdale Highlanders, drills by Boca Raton Community High School NJROTC, and the Boca Raton Police and Fire Honor Guard.

Spady Museum

$10 per person suggested donation; free for Members Location: At the Williams Cottage, Spady Museum Make your movie-going more cultural at BMX, Black Movie Experience. Every first Saturday from 1-4 p.m. enjoy culturally curated films in the Williams Cottage. Free movies and free snacks for Museum Members. Limited seating; RSVPs are required. Featured movies list are subject to change.

Old School Square May 5 – Tito Puente Jr.

Memorial Day Concert

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6 p.m. Mizner Park Amphitheater

The Reel and Share My Reel

A Memorial Day concert will welcome local indie musicians, the Helmsmen, and country artists, the Shane Duncan Band. Attendees may indulge in food trucks, including Tucker Duke’s, and a beer garden featuring Boca Raton breweries. Blankets and chairs are welcome at this free event, and chairs will also be available to rent for $5.00 (free for Veterans). There is limited free parking for Veterans in the lot adjacent to the amphi-

Through July 21

Saturday, 8 p.m.; tickets $65/$55

Black Movie Experience (BMX) – “Thunder Soul”

Tito Puente Jr., son of the late Tito Puente, carries his father with him – imprinted on his physical being and locked in his soul. It’s in his looks, his joy, and his music. Tito, Jr. is on a passionate mission. The younger Puente refuses to let his father become a distant memory and he is determined to nurture his father’s musical legacy.

May 5

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cial event/fundraiser) 561-243-7922, DBCraftBeerFest.org Friday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. (VIP exclusive access); 7:30-10:30 p.m. (general) Craft the perfect night out in Delray Beach with the 7th annual DELRAY BEACH CRAFT BEER FEST! Your ticket gets you UNLIMITED SAMPLING of more than 100 craft brews and ciders… wines too! Attendance is limited to give everyone the best beer tasting experience. VIP ticket holders get exclusive tasting of all beers and wines from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ticket includes a commemorative tasting mug, and featured tap releases; only 500 VIP tickets are available. General admission opens at 7:30 pm. WHAT TO EXPECT: DJ music early on, followed by the headlining band; pub bites from local restaurants for purchase; photo booth, game area and LIVE art; cash bar with mixed drinks and water (no beer for sale).

combines stand-up comedy and visual images as he tells the story of his transition from elementary school teacher to national touring comedian. “Lesson Plans to Late Night” is one of the highest rated main stage shows on Norwegian Cruise Lines and was called “Truly Innovative” and “A total crowd pleaser” by cruise directors and entertainment coordinators. Anyone who has ever been around children can relate to this hilarious show! May 20— Tommy Dorsey Orchestra Crest Theatre Sunday, 2 p.m.; tickets $65/$55 Swing through the Big Band Era with the famed Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and vocalist Bryan Anthony! With the reputation of being one of the top bands of the Era, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra had the privilege of working with some of the best musicians of the time: Frank Sinatra, Jo Stafford, Sy Oliver, and more! Now under the direction of Terry Myers and featuring the stunning vocals of Bryan Anthony, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra revives and celebrates the magic created in those collaborations.

This one-man show, starring Lucas Bohn,

Saturday, 8 p.m.; tickets $65/$45; premium club seating, $400 (available through Box Office only) The Crest Theatre at Old School Square presents monologuist and humorist James Judd, headliner of NPR‘s Snap Judgment. Often compared to David Sedaris and Oscar Wilde, Judd connects with audiences as he shares stories classified as “spectacular public embarrassments and utter failures.” However humiliating, they affirm that part of being human is telling the stories that have happened to us, emphasizing that even in the face of failure, it’s getting up and moving forward that matters.

Genealogy workshop 10 a.m.- noon

Members from the Henry Morrison Flagler Chapter, NSDAR will host a free genealogy workshop. The workshop focuses on helping participants interested in tracing their lineage to Patriot ancestors who fought in the American Revolution. Workshop leader Debbie Duay, Ph.D. has twenty years of experience in genealogy and has helped over 500 women join the Daughters of the American Revolution. DAR recognizes Patriots not only as soldiers, but also anyone who contributed to the cause of American freedom

Admission: $8 (general); $5 (seniors 65+ and students with ID); free for children under 12, Old School Square members and veterans; free for Florida residents on Sunday. This group exhibition features contemporary art by 30 artists incorporating themes inspired by the goddess of springtime, fertility and flowers. The displays include installations by nationally and

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Open Mic Nite May 9 6:30 p.m. Coffee District Fun night as members of the Women’s National Book Association (WNBA) read from their latest work on Wednesday, May 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Coffee District, 325 NE 2nd Ave. Members, Free. Nonmembers, $10. Lite bites served. Happy hour prices at bar.

“After Auschwitz” movie premier May 4-10

May 5

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internationally recognized artists.

Movies of Delray Jon Kean’s After Auschwitz, is a “Post-Holocaust” documentary that follows six extraordinary women after their liberation from Nazi concentration camps, capturing what it means to move from tragedy and trauma towards life. For more information about the film, including dates, cities and theaters, visit https://www.AfterAuschwitz.com

Arts Garage

Heads UP Florida workshop

Friday, May 4

May 19

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Old School Square

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Suzanne Spencer, a civic Activist and Leadership Consultant, and Dr. Revital Goodman, a leading trauma specialist, have crafted a free workshop for school personnel as an instrument of support, understanding and development.

Award-winning musician Leon Foster Thomas is a unique force in modern jazz. His virtuosic playing of the Steel Pan has enabled him to connect emotionally with the listener on every level. He is joined by master-of-all-trades Mino Cinélu.

Vicarious Trauma is a real…yet silent… phenomenon that afflicts teachers and school personnel. In the wake of Stoneman Douglas High School and of school personnel’s daily exposure to chronic stress and trauma, there is an immediate need to address the impact of systemic trauma on

Saturday, May 5 8-10 p.m. Huntertones General Admission $15 | Reserved $20 | Premium $25

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Experience the fun, imaginative, fearless music of the Huntertones during their debut performance at Arts Garage. Their high energy, horn-driven sound combines inspired improvisation and adventurous composition melding jazz, funk, rock, and soul. Adding depth and contrast to their live set, the Huntertones shift from a dynamic six-piece ensemble to a trio featuring saxophone, sousaphone, and beat-boxing. Sunday, May 6 7- 9 p.m. Lucas Apostoleris Quintet General Admission $15 | Reserved $20 | Premium $25 Lucas Apostoleris is a drummer and composer currently residing in Miami. In addition to writing music for his own jazz ensemble, Lucas has recently written arrangements for the Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra in Ft. Myers, FL, and for the prestigious Airmen of Note Air Force big band. He is a recent graduate of the Uni-

versity of Miami’s Frost School of Music as a member of their Studio Jazz Writing master’s program. A Massachusetts native, Lucas completed his bachelor’s degree in jazz drum performance from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2015. Friday, May 11 8- 10 p.m. JM & The Sweets

Regarded as one of the most renowned percussionist of our time, two-time Grammy Winner Chino Nunez has transcended genre, style and class into a 40+ year musical career, one which revels in rich influences from the 70s to the present. Nunez’s talents as a composer, producer, arranger, band leader and multi-instrumentalist has resonated through a discography consisting of hundreds of productions. Sunday, May 13

General Admission $15 | Reserved $20 | Premium $25 Josh Miles is a Dallas, Texas born/Palm Beach, Florida based singer/songwriter whose brand of Soul music encompasses a wide range of influences. Josh’s music can be described as Bluesy at times and relentlessly groovy at others (and many things in between), but, no matter what, the aim is to keep it soulful. Saturday, May 12 8- 10 p.m. Chino Nunez & Orchestra ”A Latin Music Journey” General Admission $30 | Reserved $40 | Premium $45

7-9 p.m. Mac Arnold & Plate Full O’ Blues General Admission $20 | Reserved $25 | Premium $30 Mac Arnold got his first taste of the blues when he learned to play his brother Leroy’s home-made guitar at age 10. He joined the Muddy Waters Band in 1966 when he was 24 years old. Now, Mac is going back to his roots and serving up a mess of blues with his own band, “Mac Arnold & Plate Full O’ Blues”. The band consists of Austin Brashier on guitar and vocals, Max Hightower on keyboards, harmonica, guitar, bass and vocals, Quinn McNamara on drums, and Mac

Arnold on vocals, bass and Gas Can Guitars. Thursday, May 17 8- 11 p.m. ONYX - LIVE MUSIC, LOCAL BANDS Come See Two Local Bands Tickets: $10 Come see local bands Thoughts and Above the Skyline during our monthly local band showcase. BYOWhatever - Patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol (21+). Saturday, May 19 8- 10 p.m. Allan Harris & Trio General Admission $30 | Reserved $40 | Premium $45 Harris has a rich, pure baritone/tenor voice, often compared to Nat King Cole’s, but more crystalline. He is celebrating the release of his new CD The Genius of Eddie Jefferson, (April 27 on Resilience Music Alliance), which is an ideal blend of Harris’ rich, beguiling baritone and Jefferson’s bantering cool.

TITO PUENTE JR.

LUCAS BOHN

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The son of the late, great Tito Puente celebrates his father’s musical legacy.

“Energetic with an edge... the little guy who generates big laughs.”

Swing through the Big Band Era!

TITO PUENTE JR.

Crest Theatre | May 5 | 8 pm

The comparison is inevitable. Tito Puente Jr. carries his father with him – imprinted on his physical being and locked in his soul. It’s in his looks, his joy, and his music. Happiness is guaranteed at this upbeat concert!

LUCAS BOHN: LESSON PLANS TO LATE NIGHT Crest Theatre | MAY 12 | 8 pm

Bohn’s hilarious story of his transition from elementary school teacher to national touring comedian combines stand-up comedy and visual images. Parade Magazine called it “a comedic multimedia masterpiece.”

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TOMMY DORSEY ORCHESTRA Crest Theatre | May 20 | 2 pm

Now under the direction of TERRY MYERS and featuring the stunning vocals of BRYAN ANTHONY, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra revives and celebrates the magic of the Big Band era, when the famed orchestra worked with some of the best musicians of the time: Frank Sinatra, Jo Stafford, Sy Oliver and others.

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Celebs, drug addiction experts gather at FAU seminar to launch crackdown on substance abuse epidemic By: Dale King Contributing Writer Former Major League Baseball right-fielder Darryl Strawberry had a phenomenal, 17-year career in the majors. Known for his copious home run tally, the intimidating presence of his 6-foot-6 frame in the batter’s box and his long, looping swing often compared to Ted Williams, he was en route to crafting an inestimable legacy when drugs came along -- and messed up his personal and professional life. He was suspended three times from the MLB for drug accusations. He bounced from team to team. His career suffered, despite efforts to improve. Today, a renewed Darryl Strawberry is an ordained Christian minister and author who lectures about the dangers and damage of drug abuse and operates the Darryl Strawberry Foundation along with his wife. When the Delray Beach Drug Task Force and Florida Atlantic University’s Phyllis and Harvey Sandler School of

Dr. Heather Howard, PhD, LCSW and assistant professor, School of Social Work, FAU, speaks at the April 7 drug seminar. Photo by Dale King.

Social Work reached out to policymakers, addiction specialists and entertainers to gather at FAU last month for a “national call to action,” Strawberry was there. So also were other celebs who’ve endured drug and alcohol woes or are still battling their demons: Pat O’Brien, former CBS sportscaster and “Access Hollywood” host; rapper and songwriter Royce DA 5; Brandon Novak, “Jackass” cast member and author; Heather Hayes, interventionist and cast member of Dr. Drew Pinsky’s “Intervention” and John McAndew, singer, composer and storyteller. In fact, McAndrew, who said he is in recovery, opened the session by singing an original song, “Tell Me Why,” and playing the guitar. The event, which drew hundreds on April 7 to the Carole and Barry Kaye Auditorium on FAU’s Boca Raton campus, was called a “SUDTALK’’ -- for Substance Abuse Disorder TALK. The speakers represented 12 disciplines, all essential components in the battle against the epidemic of addiction. The talk also allowed for personal recovery testimonies from celebrities. As MC, O’Brien offered comments between speakers, When he first stepped to the mike, he received a round of applause, but said: “Come on, I’m an alcoholic, I need more than that.” Clapping increased in volume.

Former baseball great Darryl Strawberry is shown with his book about the difficulties caused by drug addiction during the anti-abuse seminar at Florida Atlantic University. Photo by Dale King.

The ex-TV host said he was in rehab “three times, which cost $60,000. I wish I had that money now.” He did backto-back stints at the Betty Ford Clinic, he said. Heather Hayes, CEO of Heather R. Hayes & Associates,

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General Barrye L. Price, PhD, from the community anti-drug coalition of America, addresses the drug seminar at FAU. Photo by Dale King.

a firm that helps people navigate the complex world of treatment and recovery options for substance abuse, told how drug use “ravages us.” She said 23 million people are currently in recovery. “What is addiction?” she asked. “It is a sign, a signal, a symbol of distress.” She urged the audience to respect addicts for the troubles they endure. “We have to support each other,” she said. “We are not going to arrest our way out of this epidemic.” In his speech, Strawberry struck at the heart of the problem. “Anything that alters your mind alters your brain. Do not allow your children to get a pain prescription. Parents need to turn off the TV and talk.” He has recounted his battle with addiction in his book, “Don’t Give up on me,” which was available at the seminar. “Substance abuse is ravaging our nation and our local community,” said Gary Kimble, executive producer of SUDTALKS. “The battle against the ever-rising tide of addiction is on-going and new tools are needed to crush the epidemic by changing the way we think, feel, believe and treat substance use disorder.” The SUDTALKS,” he said, “will provide inspiration, hope, education and solutions to combat addiction.” Proceeds from 2018 SUDTALKS will support essential life-saving initiatives through the continued development and expansion of the Delray Beach Drug Task Force First Responders Training Program and to support a Delray Beach Drug Task Force Community Advocate.

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Flowers in bloom at Cornell Museum with ‘Flora’ exhibit can walk through a field of flowers dangling from the ceiling. McCavour said she has shown the flowers in different exhibits about eight or nine times, but this time the exhibit is the largest it has been. Toronto-based artist Amanda McCavour assembling her “Hanging Garden” of more than 1,000 embroidered flowers for the Flora exhibit. Staff photo.

Metis Atash, “PUNKBUDDHA “FORGET ME NOT” feat. WARHOL, Fiberglass, acrylic paint, Swarovski crystals; 2018, 18 x 14 x 12” Staff photo.

She has been working on the flowers since 2011. Creating one bloom can take anywhere from two to four hours, she said.

Johnson said she came up with the idea for the exhibit after listening to a podcast that featured an interview with a London artist who worked with dried flowers to create large installations.

“This could always get bigger,” she said as she adjusted the flowers before the exhibit opened. “I wanted it to feel big and immersive.”

Toronto-based artist Amanda McCavour’s embroidered flowers that are featured in a hanging garden style. Staff photo.

By: Marisa Herman Associate Editor Walk through a field of fabric flowers, check out a 1950s ink drawing by Andy Warhol that lacks the crazy colors he is known for and get a feel for spring when you visit the Cornell Museum’s newest exhibition: Flora. Named after the Roman goddess of nature and flowers, “Flora” showcases the works of about 30 contemporary artists who work with flower and fauna concepts. “I wanted to do a lighthearted beautiful show for the spring and summer,” said Melanie Johanson, curator of the Cornell. “There’s so much artwork that is inspired by plants and flowers, in so many different ways. It was a fun one to curate, but also difficult as so many artists do take inspiration from these things.”

This show is not just paintings of flowers on walls. There are installation pieces and all types of mediums in the exhibit. There are pieces featuring cut paper, surfboards, Swarovski crystal, dyed ficus leaves and even live orchids. “I didn’t just want the usual paintings of flowers,” Johnson said. “I do have some paintings in the show, but they’re not the usual. Some have gold leaf, some are hyper-realistic, some are very geometric and stylized and some are actually abstract.” Toronto-based artist Amanda McCavour created a “Hanging Garden” of more than 1,000 embroidered flowers where you

Flora fills up nearly the entire museum space. Two of the six galleries will feature installation pieces and the other four will contain wall works and sculptures. As you enter the museum, you are greeted by upside down dangling dandelions

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Miya Ando, “Meditation Mandala”, Dyed Bodhi (Ficus Religiosa) leaves, mono lament, archival ragboard; framed 22x22” 24 are shown together. Staff photo.

and their puffs will be blown off the wall leading up the stairs. The piece was created by Lake Worth artist Hayley Sheldon. Artists Diane Arrieta and Cheryl Maeder created an “Enchanted Forest” installation, which will take up one whole gallery and feature film, photography, sculpture and sound. Feeling glitzy? Mixed-media artist Stephen Wilson repurposes boxes emblazoned with luxury brand logos—Hermes, Gucci and more and covers them with three-dimensional embroidered flowers and splattered, forest-green paint. “With all the depressing stuff in the news, I gravitate towards more light and hopeful pieces with flowers and butterflies,” Wilson said. “I want this new series to be more uplifting; people need a break from reality.” Flora will be on display through Sept. 9. Museum hours are Tuesday- Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Closed Mondays and holidays. Admission is $8 (general); $5 (seniors 65+ and students with ID); free admission for children under 12, Old School Square members and Veterans; free admission for Florida residents on Sunday. The Museum is located on the Old School Square campus at 51 N. Swinton Ave.

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5 ways you can enjoy your Mother’s Day 1. Eat a hot meal The Addison is a place for gracious dining and entertaining. Originally built in 1926 by acclaimed architect, Addison Mizner, the Addison is steeped in Old World elegance and charm.

Children twelve and under are half-price and children two and under are free. A beautiful spring bouquet can be added to the table for an additional charge. Reservations are available starting at 10 a.m. RSVP by calling (561) 372-0568.

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2. Be guilt free Experience total serenity by the ocean at nSpa at the Delray Beach Marriott. The spa features a range of therapeutic treatments, including massages and facials. Getaway from the guilt experiencing peace and relaxation. Make an appoint-

The House of Perna in Delray Beach is the perfect place to find that perfect Mother’s Day outfit and accessories. Amanda Perna, local fashion designer and star of Project Runway, has gorgeous fashions that will get you out of your momiform and into looking and feeling fabulous. By appointment only! Call 561-4552336 to schedule your appointment. 4. Hide from the kids 3rd and 3rd restaurant in Delray Beach is perfect to hide from the kids. Apparently, there is

A sit down with Stephen Christanthus: Hansel or Hartwell? By: Stephan Chrisanthus Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers

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no sign on the door. This restaurant features new American fare & cocktails, plus live music nights in a warm ambiance. They don’t take reservations, but for large parties (15+). However, they have a Happy Hour from 5pm to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

promoter and life coach Daniel Hartwell. Hansel (Wilson’s character in the movie Zoolander), I mean Hartwell, maybe not be a famous face yet nationally, but is definitely recognized around his favorite city of Delray Beach. So Daniel you recently appeared on Page 6 of the New York Post at a ritzy party in Palm Beach mistaken for Owen Wilson, tell me a little more about what happened?

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The Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables is the only hotel with a recreational cooking school operating in North America. The Biltmore Culinary Academy has a dedicated learning area and fully equipped professional kitchen offering a variety of classes, workshops, team-building events, for both adults and children. It’s ideal for aspiring chefs of all levels. Classes are fully participatory where students are actively involved in every aspect of food preparation. Their new Family Cooking Class provides a fun 3 hour class to families of up to 4 people with at least 2 children in the group. Some of the previous menu items have been: make your own pizza, crispy chicken tenders with honey mustard dipping sauce and Cupcakes or fruit skewers with Chocolate sauce. For more information, call 305-913-3131 or email culinaryacademy@biltmorehotel.com John Lennon? I have always been a fan of music, and of love through peace and music. I fell asleep one day on the beach here and had a dream in which John Lennon asked me about politics, technology and culture in the 21st Century. It was surreal. Any upcoming local concert production or promotion plans? I’m looking to do something cool in Delray Beach, possibly a Beatlesfest at Old School Square. I’d also like to do a citywide promotion where people get one pass and they can go to every music venue on Atlantic Avenue and beyond. Last year I licensed my trademark to REO Speedwagon and Styx for the United We Rock concert tour. Besides holding meetings, eating and working out at Pure Greens and Pure Life, where is another Delray spot you like to hang? My special restaurants are Sazio, 32 East (which I’m sad to say is leaving) and Eathai by the corner of Linton and Federal. What do you think makes Delray Beach so special? It has a certain magic to it. The people are driven to success but super nice. It’s all about the people and I have made some really good friends here. If you ever did meet the real Owen Wilson what would you say? WOW, let’s crash a wedding!

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7-story patient tower at Boca Regional Hospital to honor founder By: Dale King Contributing Writer

to ensure outstanding, best-in-class healthcare in Boca Raton,” said Jerry Fedele, Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s president and CEO. “We are tremendously grateful of their support.”

Elaine Johnson Wold and Gloria Drummond were best friends forever long before the digital symbol, BFF, existed. Gloria is best known for leading the effort to create a hospital in Boca Raton, an expansive undertaking that paid off with the 1967 opening of Boca Raton Community Hospital, now called Boca Raton Regional Hospital. Elaine has donated vast amounts of money to charitable causes throughout the city, with her husband, Keith, and in the years after his passing. Wold, along with the Bay Branch Foundation, have just donated $25 million to BRRH to construct a new, seven-story building on the hospital site that will be named the Gloria Drummond Patient Tower. “Elaine and Gloria were two determined and compassionate friends,” said Mark Larkin, president of the BRRN Foundation. “Their shared desire to make a difference has had a profound impact on our community.” He added: “Elaine’s generosity, and the generous support of so many others, has made Boca Regional all that it has become today…something I’m sure that Gloria never imagined, but would make her so very proud and grateful.” The new tower is part of a planned 278,000 square foot, $260 million transformation of BRRH announced earlier his year. The expansion also

Elaine Johnson Wold, center, is shown with Gloria Drummond, left, and Kristen Alley during Drummond’s 80th birthday party held at the Lynn Cancer Institute on the Boca Raton Regional Hospital campus in 2010. Photo by Dale King.

includes an enlarged and renovated surgical suite, an improved and expanded surgical intensive care unit and medical intensive care unit, a new cardiovascular intensive care and stepdown unit, as well as an increase in the number of private patient rooms and a parking garage. Elaine Wold’s gift comes on the heels of $35 million in up-front donations for the hospital’s master facility plan. During a news conference on Jan. 8, Stanley and Marilyn Barry, Christine E. Lynn and Richard and Barbara Schmidt and the Schmidt Family Foundation all announced major donations. The Barrys are gifting $10 million, Christine Lynn’s contribution totals $15 million and the Schmidts are making a $10 million donation. “These donors are setting the pace for others in our community in order

Replacing worn joints By: West Boca Medical Center Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers Joint replacement surgery involves replacing a damaged joint with a new one called a prosthesis. These new joints usually are made of a metal, plastic or a ceramic device. Hips and knees are the joints replaced most often, but shoulders, ankles and elbows can be replaced as well. Joint replacement is usually considered after exercise, walking aids, physical therapy or medications cannot relieve pain and improve mobility. Surgery for hip replacement patients, for example, can help lessen problems walking or make it easier to bend. Joint damage is caused by osteoarthritis, injuries, other diseases, and joint wear caused by avascular necrosis, which is the loss of bone caused by low blood supply. Before surgery, the surgeon evalu-

ates the patient’s range of motion and joint strength, takes a medical history and take X-rays to determine the extent of your damage. The doctor may put a small, lighted tube called an arthoscope into the joint to check for damage. In some cases, only the damaged parts would be replaced, not the entire joint. During a hip replacement surgery, diseased or damaged bone and tissue is removed and a metal stem and attached ball is then inserted into the bone and a cup is inserted into the socket of the hip joint. New joints can be cemented into place to hold the new joint to the bone, this is called cemented prosthesis. Another way is by the prosthesis being placed without cement so bone can grow and attach to it. A

The $25 million for the Drummond Tower is Elaine Wold’s latest gift to Boca Regional Hospital, officials noted. Prior to that, she gave $10 million to construct the hospital’s 37,500 square foot, state-of-the-art Gloria Drummond Physical Rehabilitation Institute, also named in memory of her lifelong friend. Previously, Wold donated the funds to expand and modernize the hospital’s emergency department, creating the Wold Family Center for Emergency Medicine, which treats more than 50,000 patients annually. She has supported various patient care initiatives at Boca Regional, and has donated to a number of community and national organizations. Mrs. Wold’s friendship with Gloria Drummond spanned more than 40 years until Gloria Drummond’s passing in 2011. The 1962 deaths of Gloria’s and Robert Drummond’s children, Debbie and Randall, galvanized Mrs. Drummond and the community to raise funds to build a hospital locally. Wold actively supports the Debbie-Rand Memorial Service League, the philanthropic organization created by Gloria Drummond which coordinates its vibrant volunteer services.

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prosthesis is designed to duplicate the mechanical properties of the joint being replaced. A prosthetic knee, for example, will be flexible enough to bend without breaking and strong enough to bear weight. Most hip and knee replacement patients are discharged from the hospital one to three days after surgery. Patients will be encouraged to perform specific exercises recommended by their doctors to help the recovery process. Pain after surgery is normal as it comes from the lack of activity and healing tissues. A majority of patients who undergo joint replacement surgery find it easier to perform daily activities and experience less pain throughout their lives. Following hip replacement surgery, most patients will be able to swim, play golf or ride a bike comfortably. For more information, visit Westbocamedctr.com

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Beauty is skin deep, so is skin cancer By: Dr. Francesca Lewis, MD, FAAD Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States! One in five Americans will develop a type of skin cancer in their lifetime. Florida with its inviting beaches and warm climate lends itself to enjoying the outdoor weather, often times without appropriate sun protection, whether at the pool, golfing, playing tennis or just walking outdoors. Unfortunately, chronic sun exposure and intermittent sunburns accumulate damage to our skin, leading to the eventual formation of pre-cancers, termed “actinic keratoses,” and eventually skin cancer. The two most common forms of skin

cancer, Basal cell carcinoma and Squamous cell carcinoma, are collectively termed “Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer.” More than 3.5 million non-melanoma skin cancers are diagnosed in the US annually. These are very treatable by surgery and unlikely to metastasize if identified early. Although non-melanoma skin cancer spreads slowly, if left untreated, it can lead to disfigurement and even invasion into muscle and bone. Basal cell carcinoma often appears as a slow growing, pink or skin colored lesion that may bleed. Squamous cell carcinoma may arise more quickly and appears as a crusty or warty growth.

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Melanoma, on the other hand, is the most deadly form of skin cancer, contributing to more than 75% of deaths from skin cancer. On average one American dies from Melanoma every hour. Melanoma most often manifests as an irregular dark lesion that may be flat or elevated. It is the most common form of cancer in 25-29 year olds and the fastest growing cancer in young women. Caucasians and men older than 50 are at a higher risk of developing melanoma than the general population. Early detection is key to Melanoma survival. If detected early, the 5-year prognosis for Melanoma is 95-98%, however, if detected late, can be as low as 16%. It is important to know and look for the ABCDEs of melanoma when doing self-skin examinations at home. A stands for Asymmetry, B for irregular Borders, C for Color variation (dark or multiple colors), D for a Diameter greater than 6 mm, and E for Evolution or change in a lesion (color, size, bleeding, itching). So, who should see a Dermatologist for a skin examination? The risk factors for skin cancer include a family history, chronic sun exposure (golfing, tennis, cycling, walking, gardening) or intermittent sunburns, fair skin, light colored hair and eyes. UV exposure is most important modifiable risk factor. Having five or more blistering sunburns between the ages of 15-20 increases the risk of Melanoma by 80%! Indoor tanning bed usage even just a few times can increase Melanoma risk by upwards of 60%. Because of these significant percentages, the American Academy of Dermatology recommends using a Broad Spectrum SPF sunscreen of at least 30 on exposed areas such as face, neck, chest and arms on a daily basis. Sunscreen should be reapplied every 2-3 hours and sun protective clothing should also be utilized. Anyone with these risk factors should be screened yearly and if a personal history of skin cancer exists, twice yearly. I unfortunately find many skin cancers in patients starting as early as their 30s, both melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers alike, due to childhood sun exposure, genetics, and past tanning bed use. As May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, educate yourself on the signs and consequences of developing a skin cancer and make an appointment with a Dermatologist Certified by the American Board of Dermatology and who is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology for a skin examination! To reach Dr. Francesca Lewis, MD, FAAD at Delray Dermatology + Cosmetic Center, visit delrayskin.com or call 561-440-8020.

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Vestibular Migraine as the cause of dizziness

There are numerous types of migraines, classified according to the unique symptoms produced. A vestibular migraine is one such migraine which is characterized by dizziness in the presence or absence of a headache. The typical presentation of a vestibular migraine is dizziness as if the ground or the person is moving, a sensation of falling, or difficulty coordinating movement. Associated symptoms include neck pain, pressure in the head or the ear, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), partial or complete loss of vision, and visual disturbances. It may produce throbbing or pulsating one sided (unilateral) severe headache. However, there may be no head pain at all. In fact some it is quite common for individuals to report light and sound sensitivity and dizziness

Current treatments for vestibular migraines are generally unsatisfactory for most patients due to a lack of understanding of basic neurophysiologic concepts concerning migraines. Anti-emetics and anti-histamines which really only produce drowsiness and eliminate nausea. Exciting current research is focusing on a phenomenon termed cortical (brain) spreading depression (CSD) and on dysfunction in brainstem cells that are involved in the control of balance. Essentially, brain cells responsible for balance and coordination and spatial perception become very active prior to and during a migraine episode, producing symptoms such dizziness and nausea. It is theorized that this spontaneous activity of brain cells is due to an unhealthy state; a lack of oxygen, lack of appropriate food (fuel), and/or lack proper nerve activation. How can this information help those who suffer from vestibular migraines? Our current understanding allows us to develop a treatment plan that is multi-factorial in nature addressing the oxygen

Graded aerobic activity, oxygen supplementation, and prescribed breathing exercises aimed at increasing vital capacity are essential to allow for greater oxygenation. Chiropractic adjustments of the thorax allows for increased rib excursion and greater oxygen intake. One should attempt to eliminate or reduce alcohol (red wine), caffeine, monosodium

glutamate (MSG; found in some ethnic foods), nitrates (processed foods such as cold cuts and hot dogs), hunger episodes, and lack of sleep. Some nutritional supplements that may be of value are L-arginine, magnesium, and 5-hydroxytryptophan. Specific brain-based rehabilitative treatments such as eye movement activities (oculomotoric rehabilitation), vestibular activities (inner ear), brain-balance auditory stimulation, visual stimulation, olfactory stimulation, and chiropractic adjustments are essential in stabilizing these clusters of unhealthy cell in our nervous system. The CAPS technology is also used in brain-retraining.

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deficiencies, inappropriate nutrition, and lack of nervous system stimulation. First off, it is of paramount importance to locate the specific region within the nervous system that is dysfunctional and for this we utilize a diagnostic tool termed videonystagmography (VNG). This state of the art equipment allows for in-depth examination of eye movement pathology which is a very accurate window into neurological dysfunction. In an effort to truly target the dysfunction in the balance centers of the brain, computerized posturography utilizing the computerized assessment of postural systems (CAPS) equipment is incorporated into the diagnostic battery. This tool provides an unprecedented amount of information regarding stability and balance and helps localize the problem areas.

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Are your workouts trending? By: Christine King Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers Boxing and kickboxing (both in group environments and private lessons) This makes my heart sing as we’ve used boxing moves for Parkinson’s patients for years! It’s a highly effective way to train strength, eye to hand coordination and improve cognitive function. For others, it can be an explosive, high-intensity workout that releases tension, anxiety, and stress. Mindful movement

If you’re repeating the same fitness program week after week, I’m sorry to say you’re not trending. You’re stuck. Many people who work out regularly use the workout routine they were first given when joining the gym. Or, they attend the same group exercise class every week. Admittedly, this is much more productive and healthy than sitting home on the sofa, however, it’s not helping to improve your overall strength and physical ability. We’ve just passed the first quarter of the year so there’s still plenty of time to plunge into the trends!

Instructors are infusing more thoughtfulness and “flow states” during strength training and conditioning. Rather than move through a workout chatting or gossiping, the instructor or trainer guides you through different breathing techniques and thoughts about the muscle groups and the flow of movements. Health coaches A Health Coach certification by the American Council on Exercise provides a Fitness Professional with a large scope of tools to help the client look at all areas of their well-being. Rather than hire professionals with separate certifications, the

Health Coach guides you towards your core needs for overall health, nutrition, and behavioral change. Then, the other professionals can more effectively join the team and swiftly help you achieve your goals. We implemented Health Coaches a couple of years ago and the response has been like a big sigh of relief for our clients. Sensitivity towards older adults The typical gym goer is 25-35 years old. Once they’ve gone to work, many gyms are changing the music and lowering the volume to accommodate the older generation. This creates a more comfortable and less intimidating environment. Yoga Studies show Yoga has been around for at least 5,000 years, maybe 10,000. Yet it remains on trend for many reasons. There are many styles of yoga which helps with variety. It’s calming and mindful. Depending on the class it can be one heck of a workout! However, the same repetition principle applies to Yoga. If you’re attending the same class week after week, it’s time to mix it up and try a different method.

Insurgence of online and streaming training and classes No time to hit the gym, no worries. Many trainers accommodate clients with online sessions. So there really is no excuse to miss your workout! In addition there are many live streaming and on-demand workouts you can do anytime, anywhere. So once again, no excuses! As you can see it’s very simple to be “Trendy” in fitness this year. Break out of your normal routine and try something new. You’ll experience changes in both body and mind. Further, you’ll feel better, which is after all the goal of taking care of yourself! Christine King is a Medical Exercise Specialist, Fitness Expert, and Founder of YourBestFit. The health and wellness company has helped thousands of clients recover from injuries, look and feel better and improve their overall well-being. www.YourBestFit.com

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Local doctor helping to treat pain, sleep apnea, ailments with Medical Cannabis By: David DiPino Contributing Writer

tions yet still were in a lot of pain.

Dr. John Baker wants to help people get off of pain medicine.

He and his staff can put individuals who suffer from chronic pain, sleep apnea or a host of other ailments on the path to receiving a medical marijuana card from the Florida Department of Health.

He’s doing so with help from the Florida Department of Health’s Office of Compassionate Use as one of only a few Palm Beach County doctors able to treat patients with a variety of ailments with Low-THC Cannabis and Medical Cannabis.

Dr. Baker is an orthopedic surgeon and licensed medical marijuana provider in the state. He wants to cut down on pain medication addiction and deaths by prescribing the Low-THC Cannabis and Medical Cannabis if the patient fits certain criteria during a medical exam with him at his clinic.

to my office and turned back in their pain medications. They’re like, ‘I don’t need it anymore, this is the best I felt in a long time,’” Dr. Baker said. During Dr. Baker’s in-office exam, he sees the patient, goes over all medical records and looks into the reason for the doctor’s office visit.

“They’ve gotten off of the Oxy’s (Oxycontin) and don’t have to get up every morning and live on them or live on pain pills. This was a huge problem down here. We had people getting them on the streets, people that were snorting them, people that were doing all kinds of crazy stuff with them. Then you have people that have chronic pain that come down to Florida to be in the sunshine and enjoy their life to walk, golf, play tennis and they just can’t do it without taking their pain meds. We had a lot of pain management clinics and pain doctors who were feeding patients all these Oxy’s and it’s just not the way to go. You don’t want to mask the problem. We want to help with the problem and this stuff really does help.”

“A lot of times you’ll see patients who’ve had surgeries, had multiple things and they still just aren’t right. There still getting some spasms back there. One of these things on the list (low-THC and medical cannabis) is muscle spasms. It’s helped a lot with my patients. I’ve had a couple of my patients who’ve started to take it and come back in

“If they qualify for the medical marijuana card then I can help them with that,” he said.

In addition, Dr. Baker said that he works closely with the primary care doctors.

Dr. Baker said he brought the Compassionate Care and medical marijuana to his practice because he was seeing people with chronic neck and back pain who had surgery, who had been put on a lot of medica-

“A lot of time it’s the other doctors who are like listen this may be good for you if you have cancer, Crohn’s disease, sleep apnea, irritable bowel syndrome, there’s a lot of different things that qualify for medical marijuana

Dr. Baker has opened the Compassionate Care Alternative Medicine (CCAM) Clinic in his office at 9033 Glades Rd., Suite B, Boca Raton and 190 Congress Park Dr., Suite 160 in Delray Beach.

treatment,” he said. “I work closely with the other doctors and the primary care doctors. For example, if the cancer patient needs the medical marijuana we’ll work with the oncologist to make sure we’re all on the same page because I don’t want them to stop their care just because they’re on that,” he said. As for the results, he said, “I was getting very good results with medical marijuana once we were able to get the process going with my company.” Dr. Baker has talked about this during interview features on the You And Your Doctor Living A Healthier Life Radio Show on Tuesday’s from 6-7 p.m. and the How To Stay Healthy Radio Show on Friday’s from 5:30 – 6 p.m. on WWNN 95.3 FM Radio & 1470 AM Radio’s The Health & Wealth Network in Boca Raton. The radio shows are heard globally on the iHeartRadio – WWNN 1470 AM radio app - https://www. iheart.com/live/am-1470-wnn-5799/, www. wwnnradio.com, on #AllCountyHealthcareInc’s #FacebookLive page and after the show viewed on AMP2TV’s You Tube page. For more information on Dr. Baker’s CCAM Clinic call 561-706-9189, email: ccam.medical@gmail.com. For more information on the Florida Department of Health’s Office of Compassionate Use visit www.FloridaHealth.Gov.

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Brooklyn Café TV Show & Radio Show takes residence at The Heart of Delray Gallery By: David DiPino Contributing Writer

The Brooklyn Café is humor, hot topics and a healthy serving of feel good to help your day go easier during the weekday lunch. Radio hosts Dawn and Freddy S. talk about food, health, dating and dream making. Locals can call-in to The Brooklyn Café with a story to share, movie review or restaurant critiques. The Brooklyn Café TV Show is now syndicated in New York, Boston and Atlanta, and California as well as onair in South Florida via the WWNN 95.3 FM and 1470 AM Radio on The Health & Wealth Network and heard globally on the AM 1470 WNN iHeartRadio app - www. iheart.com/live/am-1470-wnn-5799. The Brooklyn Café TV Show and radio show starring Freddy Santory and Dawn Graubert is now live every weekday at noon from the Heart of Delray Gallery, 440 N. Federal Highway. Dawn and Freddy S. have a unique camaraderie on-air. Dawn controls the radio show with her “Wish Wand” while Freddy brings that loud, Brooklyn, New York, humor. “There’s this guy who recently called me and said I want to come by The Brooklyn Café so I told him come on down and there’s a pizzeria in New York called The Brooklyn Café so then the guy calls me and says I’m here at The Brooklyn Café and I don’t see anybody so I told him your way off,” says Santory. On “Wanderful Wednesdays” on The Brooklyn Café, Dawn twirls her wand. She likes unicorns and fairies. Freddy S. likes to talk about baseball, the New York Mets and is the wine and food connoisseur of the show. Though Dawn knows so much more than Freddy, she’s smart, clever, knows food, wine and most of all health, whereas Freddy is as far from health as Artie Lange on The Howard Stern Show. “I’ll vitalize this water with the vitalizer app while we’re on the air,” says Graubert. “But you’re making all that noise on the air,” says Freddy. “While we’re on the air the vitalizer app is going to change the molecular structure of your water but has to be on the glass for the vibration. Counterclockwise,” says Dawn. “Don’t do it clockwise because then you’re going to spiral out of control. If I go kooky Dawn, it’s on you,” says Santory. “Everything comes together so synergistically,” says Graubert. “All those words,” says Santory. The back and forth is non-stop and at times is hilarious, Freddy is funny and Dawn is professional, has the best posture and is smart. Freddy has no hair so he’s the butt of all bald jokes. Freddy has horrible posture. He’s also Puerto Rican. Freddy says he hates LeBron James because he’s a New York Knicks fan and that LeBron brought two World Championships to the NBA’s Miami Heat. “Freddy needs like a Havana hat. Let’s get you a Puerto Rican hat Freddy,” says Graubert. “There’s no such thing as a Puerto Rican hat. That’s a Cuban hat. I’m going to go around wearing a Cuban hat. Like my life isn’t complicated enough,” says Santory. Daniel “Banana Dan” Cianciotto, owner at The Heart of Delray Gallery, lets The Brooklyn Café TV & Radio Show

squat in one of the countless rooms at the expansive 11,000-plus square foot enclaves. If you visit The Heart of Delray ask for “Banana Dan” as he’s known to the locals. Dawn, Freddy and Banana Dan have also brought in another radio show to The Heart of Delray Gallery called “Art Radio Network.” The radio broadcast is on WWNN 95.3 FM & 1470 Am as wells as The Heart of Delray gallery’s Facebook Live page at www. facebook.com/theheartofdelraygallery. “Interesting explanations and viewpoints capturing a moment or choosing the moment to capture,” says one Art Radio Network viewer, Dale Schiffer Solomon. Banana Dan and Salvatore Principe, a former employee of Studio 54 in New York City and now an artist and wine label owner, who found his calling in life as a well-known abstracts, butterflies, heartworks, impressions, Pop Art and mixed media artist, as one of Boca Raton’s most famous living artists, is a regular at The Heart of Delray Gallery.

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“It’s experimental and food. Art and beauty is just fantastic,” says Laurence Gartel, Art Radio Network host and known as a pioneer of digital art in global art circles. A recent Art Radio Network show with Banana Dan, Gartel, Greg McLaughlin, musician turned artist, Randy Blitz, drummer of King Colton & Chrome Skulls, had 812 Views, 16 shares and 21 Likes on The Heart of Delray’s Facebook Live page alone. The guys munched on foods from local vendors while sifting through art books.

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Each month The Heart of Delray hosts gallery walks with local food vendors, beer and wine. Hundreds of artists, musicians and hipsters from Palm Beach to Miami show up at the unique, one of a kind event space. At press time, 79 artists show their work at The Heart of Delray Gallery, they have even more wall space available and private artist studios available, and a huge parking lot to park cars for events at The Heart of Delray Gallery. Have an event there and Banana Dan will even roll out the red carpet into the entrance of the spacious 11,000-plus square-foot gallery. For more information on The Heart of Delray gallery call 561-278-0074 or Banana Dan on his call at 561-707-0360 or visit www.TheHeartoFDelaygallery.com To Call-In to The Brooklyn Café TV & Radio Show call 1-888-565-1470 or visit AMP2TV on Facebook or You Tube.

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Boca Hospital CEO Fedele agrees to postpone retirement

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As Jerry Fedele preps for another year on site, BRRH names new COO

When it announced the formation of that committee, hospital officials stated that such a partnership would enhance BRRH’s ability to develop nationally recognized clinical programs to better serve its patients, mitigate the challenges of a stand-alone organization in a complex and evolving healthcare industry and provide greater access to capital.

By: Dale King Contributing Writer

Boca Raton Regional Hospital President and CEO Jerry Fedele, who had already announced plans to retire in August, just shy of 10 years at the helm of the medical facility on Meadows Road, has agreed to stay on for another year, according to Thomas Chakurda, vice president of marketing for the hospital. “The board believes it would be highly beneficial for Jerry to be in place during the transition to a strategic partner,” he said. As a result, he agreed to postpone his departure until August of 2019. Last June, the hospital established a steering committee to locate a partner to “elevate and accelerate its position as the pre-eminent academic tertiary referral center in the region.”

“This group represents some of the most accomplished and respected healthcare systems in the country,” Fedele said at the time. “We believe it is an affirmation of our capabilities and strength as well as our attractiveness as a potential partner.”

In April, that panel announced it had narrowed a list of 12 suitors who responded to a request for proposals to five healthcare providers that could make the partnership work. The prospective partners include Baptist Health South Florida, Cleveland Clinic, Memorial Healthcare System, Novant Health and Orlando Health.”

He emphasized that BRRH entered into the process of seeking a partner from a position of strength and noted the significant increase in hospital utilization, programmatic and facility expansion, strong financial performance and record-setting levels of philanthropic support in recent years as key drivers behind the success of Boca Raton Regional Hospital.

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Since that time, Boca Raton Regional Hospital has embarked on a series of communication initiatives to explain the rationale behind the initiative to its key constituencies including medical staff, employees, volunteers, philanthropists, community members and governmental and civic leaders. “Our goal through this process is to maintain the highest level of transparency for our stakeholders,” said Christine E. Lynn, BRRH Board Chair. “We’ve done that in a material way and created a dialogue that has fostered a solid understanding of the impetus for this initiative.” Officials emphasize that Fedele had a lot to do with a major turnaround in hospital performance and financial stability when he arrived in 2008 as part of a consulting team tasked with propping up a facility that was hemorrhaging millions

“We built strength in the balance sheets. We are on strong footing now. We have grown the institution and its utilization. We have gone from 2008, when we were losing $120 million a year, to now, when we have grown and are having capacity problems. But those are good problems.” Karen Poole arrived at Boca Hospital at the same time Fedele did. She became chief operations officer and held that position until earlier this month when she retired. BRRH issued a statement in mid-April announcing the appointment of Mindy Shikiar, MBA, MSN, as the new chief operating officer. A seasoned healthcare executive, Shikiar joined Boca Region in 2003 and has served in various leadership positions including vice president of Oncology Services, Ambulatory Services and Business Development. “We are enthused over Mindy’s transition to chief operating officer,” said Fedele. “Her experience and skill set are ideally suited for this important role within our organization. Her leadership will be instrumental as we continue to enhance our position as a pre-eminent, academic referral medical center in the region.”

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What’s up with the cloud? ly. The public cloud works on an ala carte basis and costs can add up quickly. Smaller businesses can consider the private or hybrid cloud solutions where they are either utilizing their own equipment and just “renting” the space in a data center or only placing certain data and applications into the cloud. These can be applications such as email and CRM solutions.

We asked local Cloud Computing Expert Andy Wiggins, President of Integrated Technology Corporate Solutions what’s up with the cloud: 1. Everyone thinks they know what cloud computing is, but what do business owners really need to know about it? While everyone has heard about the Cloud mostly from media mentions, there are three different forms of the Cloud and businesses need to understand those various forms. There is the public cloud, private cloud and hybrid cloud. The public cloud is what we are all familiar with; the Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure’s of the world. In this type of environment, a business is typically renting a portion of a server each month and can easily scale up or down as needed. Think public storage type of facility where one can rent more storage or cut back on their needs easily. The private cloud is where a company places its own equipment in a data center facility that has multiple points of redundancy such as electrical connectivity and internet connectivity like the public cloud.

There is also the hybrid cloud environment. The hybrid cloud is a combination of uses which includes the public cloud, private cloud and sometimes on-premise equipment with applications and services orchestrating between the platforms. Businesses should determine which solution is the right one for them and this depends on several factors such as what type of data the business generates, the type of proprietary applications the business utilizes, and the costs associated with each solution. 2. Large companies can afford to be a part of the Public Cloud, what should small and mid-size companies consider? Any sized company can consider the public cloud but in general it can be cost-

3. The perception is switching to cloud is so time consuming, why is it worth the effort of switching over? Depending on the size of the business and the amount of data it has, it can become a major project. There are also other aspects to consider like internet connectivity speed, number of users, amount of data, etc. However, there are companies that make the transition easy and seamless. Utilizing the private cloud or hybrid cloud is less time consuming and depending on the needs of the business, can offer the same benefits as putting all aspects of its network into the public cloud. 4. Will the cloud lower IT cost? The cloud may decrease the IT costs of an organization by allowing it to decrease capital spending on physical equipment that becomes outdated and obsolete over

time. Additionally, with the cloud, a business only purchases the level of performance (computing power, data storage, etc.,) that is needs today and can easily scale up or down as its needs change. Finally, the business can decrease costs by purchasing software in a subscription format rather than having to purchase the licensing upfront and pay for renewals and maintenance. 5. With Hurricane Season approaching once again, why does cloud computing make sense for local businesses? The cloud makes sense for any business that needs to continue operating in the event of a hurricane or any disaster. Even if the business is down because it does not have electrical power to operate equipment or has sustained physical damage to its office, the company’s data is secure in the cloud. Employees not in the affected area can continue to work and the IT network continues to function. Overall downtime is limited because once power returns, employees can start working and those unaffected by the storm or disaster, would be able to work continuously. For more information visit www.itcscorporate.com.

Boca Chamber Radio produces 24/7 content Staff report Boca Chamber Radio has been streaming the airwaves around the clock for just over a year. The concept was brought to the chamber by radio and broadcasting gurus Dean Miuccio and Joe Brennan.

feature to a 15 minute segment up to an hour long. Miuccio hosts “Good Day Boca” a live segment on weekdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the station.

The idea: provide nonstop coverage of Boca news, businesses and happenings.

Miuccio and Brennan came up with the concept of a chamber radio station as a way to create something different from AM/FM radio. They went with a chamber because they have a built in clientele list with the chamber members.

Located in the Boca Raton Chamber, the station has its own studio where content is streamed live and taped.

The idea is to spread into other chambers across the state and then nationally, creating a chamber radio network.

“It’s been a lot of fun,” Miuccio said.

Over the past year, Miuccio estimates they have featured hundreds of different people on various segments and shows.

Participants have ranged from lawyers to business owners to people promoting a product. Those interested in a time slot pay for their time on air. There are rates for chamber members and non-chamber members. Segments range from a seven minute business

You can catch content at any time of the day through a free app or through the website. Visit https://www.bocachamberradio.com for more information.

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What’s your retirement income literacy? By: John M. Campanola, Agent New York Life Insurance Company Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers Planning for retirement is a confusing process for most people. Three out of four older Americans don’t really understand what they need to do to make sure that their nest eggs last through retirement. That’s according to findings from The American College of Financial Services’ RICP® Retirement Income Literacy Survey, a comprehensive survey exploring finances in retirement. The survey asked 1,244 Americans age 60 to 75 with at least $100,000 in household assets, not including their primary residence, what they knew about protecting their nest eggs. There were serious gaps in their knowl-

edge. Only one in three understood the value of delaying Social Security, for example, and most underestimated the likelihood of eventually needing long-term care. Three in four failed the survey quiz entirely. Since more knowledge equals better retirement planning, boosting your retirement literacy is key. Here are four areas in which you can improve your retirement savvy: Social Security How long should you work? That’s the big question for most people facing retirement. But only 33% of respondents understood that it’s more effective to work two years longer (deferring Social Security for two years) than it is to increase retirement contributions by 3% for five years prior to retirement. For each year that you defer collecting Social Security, your benefits increase by a certain percentage based on your age. Annuities Fewer than half of survey respondents recognized that a

life annuity could help reduce the risk of outliving their savings. Annuities offer a guaranteed stream of income— for life. (Part of the payout of an annuity is a return of the principal investment, part of it is interest on the principal investment. Access to your money in an annuity can be limited.) You create the payout plan by choosing an annuity with a lifetime payout option. Typically, the older you are when you purchase an annuity, the higher the payout rate. For a steady stream of monthly income, a fixed annuity is usually preferable. Safely withdrawing from retirement accounts Just under four in 10 participants in the survey knew the amount they could afford to “safely” withdraw per year from a retirement account. (It’s typically 4%.) Most people overestimated how much they could withdraw. Even though you might hope to earn 10% to 15% from your stock portfolio, you have to be fairly conservative in your withdrawals to make sure your money lasts for your entire retirement. It’s difficult to put a good retirement plan into effect when you aren’t knowledgeable about the risks you may face. That’s why it’s critical to develop a plan that will ensure you’re on track for a secure future.

Preparing financially for motherhood Staff report Motherhood can be one of the most exciting and rewarding journeys of a woman’s life. Yet, understandably, the anticipated arrival of a new baby can also be stressful, particularly when it comes to proper financial planning to ensure the child’s longterm well-being. In honor of Mother’s Day, we sat down with Rachel Barzilay, CAP®, CFP®, CRPC®, Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Portfolio Manager with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Boca Raton. In addition to her role as a financial advisor, Rachel is a new mom herself. What should new parents know when it comes to budgeting for children? Most new parents realize that raising a

child is expensive — the latest government figures put the cost at $233,610 for the first 18 years alone, which doesn’t include college tuition or taking inflation into account. Budgeting is key to managing this major life change, which I can attest to as a new mom. If you’re looking to adopt a child, you also need to factor in the upfront costs associated with legal fees and counseling if you go through a private agency. If you adopt from another country, you’ll need to consider the travel-related costs such as airfare, lodging and meals in addition to acquiring a passport and undergoing a medical exam. How do I decide between day care or being a stay-at-home mom?

Depending on where you live, day care costs today nearly rival college tuition. On the other hand, it may make more sense for you (or your partner) to stay home and raise your family. This is a very personal decision that requires thoughtful conversation and running through different budget scenarios with your partner. If you decide to place your child in day care, check to see if your or your partner’s employer offers a dependent-care flexible savings arrangement (FSA) and – if so – take advantage of it. If you are considering staying at home to care for the family, be sure to conduct a thorough review of household expenses such as the mortgage and utility bills to ensure they can still be covered by one income. As a mother, how did you decide whether or not to continue working? For me personally, I knew I always wanted to stay in the workforce. I love what I do and receive a lot of satisfaction from my job, so it was important to keep this part of my life. My husband and I also wanted to send our children to daycare so they could benefit from both the social interaction and the curriculum. It’s also important to me that I set a positive example for my daughter (and future children) that women can be successful both in the workforce as professionals and in the home as loving mothers. How soon should I start saving for my

child’s future education? It’s never too soon to start saving – especially as tuition climbs higher almost every year – on top of costs for various fees, books and housing. Consider setting up a 529 college savings plan, a Florida Prepaid plan, or a combination of the two for each child. Then, arrange monthly, automated contributions that will go toward covering four years of tuition and fees by the time each child leaves home for the college campus. You might also consider asking family members, such as your child’s grandparents, to contribute to the 529 savings plan in lieu of gifts on special occasions.

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Suffering from allergies? Try Salt Suite By: Marisa Herman Associate Editor About six and a half years ago, entrepreneurs and spouses Jessica and Elliott Helmer quit their jobs to pursue owning a business that could help others feel better. The concept: Salt Suite, a place where people with allergies, asthma, COPD and even those just looking to relax can visit for salt therapy. Now, the couple oversees two corporate stores and three franchise locations in Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Lake Worth, Palm Beach Gardens, and Fort Lauderdale. A New Jersey location is set to open this summer.

“It’s been extremely rewarding,” she said. “We have hundreds and hundreds of testimonials. From kids not needing adenoid surgery to adults not needing their inhalers as much. People living a better quality of life.” The concept is simple. Relax in a salt therapy room for 45 minutes. Read, listen to music or curl up in a blanket and take a nap while you breathe a pharmaceutical grade salt that is blasted into microscopic

“When you relax, you heal,” she said. Each location has one to two rooms for adults and a children’s room. Parents can accompany their kids for free. “Kids get the benefit of therapy without knowing it,” she said. That is because the kid’s room has a sandbox of salt where kids make salt angels, toys and movies. Boca Raton franchise owner Amanda Bowie was introduced to Salt Suite not long after the Delray location opened.

Her doctor recommended a visit to Salt Suite.

“We wondered why there weren’t more in the area,” Helmer said. She and her husband spent the next year and a half researching the business before they decided to quit their jobs and open their own Salt Suite. Since then, they have helped 40,000 customers throughout their locations.

particles and blown into the air.

Her daughter was 4 at the time and suffering from a lot of sinus infections. So, Bowie asked her pediatrician for other ways to treat her daughter besides tons of doses of antibiotics.

Jessica Helmer said it started when a friend visited a California location and raved about the results of the salt therapy when it came to her allergies.

Two girls play as they receive Salt Suite treatments in the Kids Room at the Boca location. Submitted photo.

The adult treatment room at Salt Suite is a place for relaxation. Submitted photo.

allergy shots.” When she saw the Delray location was franchising, she called to see if Boca was an option. When the Helmers said yes, she jumped at the opportunity. The Boca location celebrated its one year anniversary on April 20. “Seeing all the positives effects, that makes it worth it,” she said.

“I just fell in love with it,” she said. “I remember leaving and saying, ‘I wish there was one in Boca, I would go there every day.’”

Salt Suite is a membership based model. You can purchase individual sessions in a package of 10. The first sessions is half-off. There are month-to-month memberships.

She remembered she called her husband and telling him that she “liked everything about it.”

In the beginning, Helmer recommends coming in a few times a week and then as you need.

“It helped my daughter during allergy season,” she said. “I don’t have to get her

“To see the results, you have to keep it up,” she said.

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Biz Briefs

NCCI raises money for Peggy Adams Animal Rescue

Each BBB is directed by its local Board of Directors, to best serve consumers and businesses in the designated area of service. The BBB Board of Directors is composed from different businesses throughout Southeast Florida, including small businesses and Fortune 500 businesses so that the expertise helps BBB better serve each part of the local economy. Lori Mutobaya, General Manager, Wendy Fielding, Lori Gilman, Patti Wind, Kerry Pouliot, Sales Manager, Fran Bernstein and Beverly Perlin. Submitted photo.

Clive Daniel Home recognizes Boca Circle of Distinction winners Home furnishings retailer Clive Daniel Home recently honored the top five sales performers from its Boca location during the second annual “Circle of Distinction” awards ceremony.

“Had it not been for the BBB, my immigrant parents’ air conditioning company would have never taken off 30 years ago. They are one of the few A-plus rated air conditioning companies in South Florida and their accreditation gave them the trust customers needed to work with them,” said Romney who’s business LoSoMo Inc. also holds an A-plus rating with the BBB. “I’m grateful and honored to be able to serve on the board of directors to help businesses like my parents’ make a difference in their communities.”

Circle of Distinction winners for 2018 are: Fran Bernstein, ASID, NCIDQ, CAPS; Wendy Fielding, Lori Gilman, Beverly Perlin and Patti Wind.

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Held at the Boca Raton showroom, the dinner honored the store’s highly successful sales associates and designers. Daniel Lubner, Clive Daniel CEO and President presented engraved Lucite awards to each winning associate.

He comes to Boca Woods from Sarasota’s Laurel Oak Country Club. Prior to his three years there, he was the head professional at Gleneagles Country Club.

“These extremely talented designers and top sales professionals helped us to achieve record-breaking sales for our store,” Lubber said. LoSoMo president serving on BBB board Veronica Romney, president of Boca-based LoSoMo Inc., is serving on the Better Business Bureau overseeing Southeast Florida and the Caribbean.

Boca Woods Country Club has hired Jason Hrynkiw as PGA Director of Golf.

He competed full-time on the Canadian Pro Tour for many years, and has made appearances in PGA Tour and Web.Com events. Most recently, he was the Tournament Chairman for the Southeast Chapter PGA and has won many South Florida PGA tournaments. Jason has been married to his wife Dawn for 22 years. They have a daughter Victoria, 18 and son Tyler, 17.

NCCI raised more than $4,000 during the Paws for the Cause Campaign. More than 40 NCCI employees and their pets participated in the Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League’s 17th Annual Barry Crown Walk for the Animals. Two dogs and one cat found their forever homes when they were ultimately adopted from the Peggy Adams PetMobile. Delray DDA Executive Director named to IDA Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority Executive Director Laura Simon has been selected to serve on the International Downtown Association (IDA) Nighttime Economy Council. She will work with five other members representing Downtown Orlando, Jacksonville, Lower Eastside NYC, Denver and Winnipeg, to create best practices for developing a nighttime economy for established, growing and emerging Downtown urban districts.

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On stage, Michael Shoichet and Charlotte Silver pitch their company, Raw Rush, at the YEA Investor Panel Competition. Photo by Jordi Gerking.

YEA Investor Panel Competition winner Garret Goodman gets a handshake from Kenneth Lebersfeld. Photo by Jordi Gerking.

Food industry savvy pays off for Boca student in YEA competition By: Dale King Contributing Writer Experience in the food industry paid off for the winner of the seventh annual Young Entrepreneurs Academy Investor Panel competition held last month at the headquarters of Office Depot in Boca Raton. Garret Goodman took first place among the 31 participants competing in the event that brings to a close the annual 30-week YEA program sponsored by the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce. He will advance to the Young Entrepreneurs Academy Saunders Scholars Competition in Rochester, N.Y., where he will compete with students from across the United States for college scholarships. YEA, part of the Boca Chamber’s Golden Bell Education Foundation, guides students from grades 6 through 12 through a nine-month curriculum during which they develop life skills, generate business ideas, conduct market research, write business plans and launch their own companies. Their instructors and mentors come from the local business community. Sarah Pearson, the Chamber’s executive vice president, said, “100 percent of funding comes from corporate and personal donations.” All classes are held at St. Andrews School. The competition that concludes the school year-long effort is conducted like the TV show, “Shark Tank.” Participants present their ideas before a panel of local industry leaders and a public audience, ultimately looking for capital to help underwrite their entrepreneurial efforts. Most participants have already laid the groundwork for their endeavors. Goodman, who was actually the final

contestant in the April 11 program, explained his plan to launch Taste Tags, a limited liability company that creates unique time-temperature labels that accurately measure the shelf life of deli meats. By changing colors over time, he said, “Taste Tags clearly indicate when meat is no longer fresh.”

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Boca’s MoBu Fusion Cafe showcases beauty of food some irony in that the restaurant name rhymes with Nobu, but it really stems from the first two letters of her first and last name.

Chef Monique decided to leave the commercial restaurant world and dabble into private catering and hosting dinner parties in Manhattan, Naples and Miami. She began cooking for a man, Bruce, who moved to South Florida from New York. Her skill in the kitchen was too good to keep all to himself, so when she expressed interest in opening her own restaurant, he was right there to back her up. Bruce’s daughter, Brooke, is the General Manager and Marketing Director, and holds down the fort while Chef Monique makes magic in the kitchen.

By: Shaina Wizov Contributing Writer MoBu Fusion Cafe is a breath of fresh air to the East Boca Raton community, with its chic outdoor patio, gorgeous presentation of food and a chef with a clear culinary talent. Executive Chef Monique Buchbinder earned her degree from the French Culinary Institute in NYC, then brought her talent to South Florida where she honed her craft at Nobu in Miami. Yes, there is

Since she is well-versed in cooking for individuals in their homes, she is able to cater to any and all dietary restrictions. The menu is extremely user-friendly, with labels such as P (pescatarian), L (lactose-sensitive), V (vegan), O (organic), Ve (Vegetarian, and GC (gluten-conscious), which refers to the fact that some ingredients are sourced from suppliers that the restaurant cannot vouch for. When dining at MoBu, simply let your server know about your allergens or restrictions, and Chef Monique will make any alterations that may be needed.

There a couple ‘MoBu Must-Tries’ on the menu, signature items that must not be missed. The first of which is the Avocado Pepper Stack with roasted sweet peppers, bacon onion jam, and a choice of lump crab or tuna (omit the jam for a pescatarian version). If there is one thing that Chf Monique excels at, it’s presentation. Her love and passion for cooking shows through her attention to detail in both plating and preparation of her food. Another dish that keeps guests coming back for more is the blackened scallops. Four beautifully plump 10/20 scallops are bathed in a citrus-butter sauce and served with a potato galette. These two appetizers are great for sharing.

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The seafood is abundant at MoBu Fusion Cafe, with a lot of entrée options when it comes to fish. However, once you’ve tried the crab-stuffed salmon, there’s no going back. It’s definitely a big enough portion to share, but after tasting it, you may not want to. The crab stuffing is made with MoBu’s gluten-conscious breadcrumbs, with a well-balanced stuffing-to-salmon ratio. There is a taste of crab in every bite of perfectly seasoned and cooked salmon. The brunch menu offers a variety of egg dishes, including three preparations of Benedicts — traditional, lobster and crab cake — as well as a tuna poke bowl with sushi-grade tuna loin, quinoa and brown rice, sesame seeds, avocado and cucumber. Although not a typical brunch menu

item, poke bowls are a hot commodity right now, making it a welcome twist on brunch fare.

Satisfying those who are vegan and/or gluten-free when it comes to dessert can prove to be a tough feat, but Chef Monique takes the challenge and runs with it. She offers a gluten-conscious chocolate cake and the Bananarama, which consists of gluten-conscious banana bread, bananas foster, fresh cut bananas, and wine cream — and even better, it’s sweetened with Medjool dates so those looking to cut out added sugars are also taken care of! The Bananarama is also available for brunch as ‘Banana Bread French Toast.’ While most French toast platters are heavy, with thick bread such as challah or brioche, MoBu’s is a much lighter dish, with thin bread that doesn’t overwhelm the rest of the ingredients and flavors. MoBu is a foodie haven, where each meal can be made different from the last, but the poise, presentation and preparation will never cease to amaze you. It’s great for an intimate dinner date, girls’ night out or even a small gathering on the patio — ideally on a Wednesday night when bottles of wine are half-priced. MoBu Fusion Cafe is located at 1159 South Federal Highway in Boca Raton. The restaurant is open Monday through Friday for lunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., and dinner from 5-9 p.m. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Glass artist Wiktor Borowski at Sklar Furnishings this month Staff report Meet internationally renowned glass artist Wiktor Borowski at Boca’s Sklar Furnishings this month. The artist will be at the store from noon to 4 p.m. on May 27. Borowski will meet, greet and sign Glasstudio Borowski sculptures previously acquired at Sklar Furnishings and those purchased during the afternoon at the showroom and design center located at 6300 N. Federal Highway. Borowski is the owner of Glasstudio Borowski. He comes from a family of glass artists. Numerous masterpieces created by his father Stanislaw Borowski a n d brothers, Pawel and Stani Jan Borowski, are exhibited in renowned international galleries, private collections and museums such as the Corning Museum of Glass in New York. “As our clients shop our exclusive furniture lines they customize for their homes, they are immediately smitten by Borowski’s brilliant

colors, magical whimsy and ingenuity they spot throughout our showroom,” said Rick Howard, co-owner and president Sklar Furnishings that has long featured an extensive array of Glasstudio Borowski exclusives. “Those who visit love how each Borowski piece can be become part of their daily lives, as eye-catching, purposeful home accessories as fruit bowls, vases, candle-holders and lamps or as captivating focal points in gardens or on terraces.”

When asked why international buyers and collectors value Borowski masterpieces and studio artistic art glass, Borowski said, “There is the completely emotional aspect: an often quite spontaneous excitement at the wealth of ideas, the explosion of colors, this zest for life that these works embody. Every single one of them – be it a masterpiece, one of a collection or edition – is a quite special, unmistakable, life-affirming art concept, unique to Borowski, and is hard to match. It is therefore all the more fascinating that each and every one of these light, bright and colorful unique pieces has undergone such a complex production process.”

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EagleEye Intelligence Headquartered in the Park at Broken Sound, EagleEye Intelligence continues to develop real time tactical solutions to help improve public safety and response times during emergency situations. EagleEye recently debuted its new Sage Campus Solution. This solution provides

a common operating picture and situational awareness to both school security officials and law enforcement during campus emergencies such as an active shooter. Boca Raton Innovation Campus Marking the largest office sale in Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties since 2016, and home to companies like, TransUnion, TwinLabs, MDVIP and Modernizing Medicine, the original IBM campus sold for $179 million. The campus, which is 1.7 million-squarefeet of office space, sits on 123 acres in Boca’s northwest corridor. The campus was 71 percent occupied at the time of the transaction. The property, which was purchased by Crocker Partners and Rialto (subsidiary of Lennar Corporation), last sold in 2015 for $129 million.

Decora Acquisition Incredible news came out of the Research Park at FAU. Tech start-up Decora was acquired by CreativeDrive for $100 million. Decora creates custom content designs that are customized to their clients’ specific needs. Decora was founded in Brazil in 2012, and at the time of the transaction Decora was delivering over 15,000 3D product models and 7,000 digital scenes a month.

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EJS Project opens its doors to local youth in The Set By: Marisa Herman Associate Editor Delray Beach native Emanuel “Dupree” Jackson wanted to break the cycle of being a product of his environment. And he didn’t want other local teens to fall into the same path either. So, instead of waiting for someone else to step up to the plate to get involved, he did so himself. He began by mentoring local students and keeping them busy through community involvement. His efforts turned into a nonprofit, the EJS Project, several years ago.

lease for two years provided by the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency, which owns the property. A grand opening of the space was held last month on a Friday. The family friendly event featured music and performances from local teens in a block party style community event. Tons of community leaders and residents came out to support Jackson and his project. “I am really proud,” he said. “The EJS Project saved me. I finally have something to hang my hat on.”

The program focuses on high school students. They can stop by the office after school to get homework done, use the printer or just talk to Jackson. “We are putting kids in a position to be better when they graduate,” he said. “We are connecting kids to opportunities they wouldn’t have access to otherwise. The program gives kids a voice and a space to be heard.” He does that by introducing them to the community they live in through volunteer projects. The group has helped with block clean ups in The Set, planted trees with lo-

“The EJS Project is for kids who want to be part of a program that makes a difference in their community,” Jackson said. “It gave me an outlet and it’s so rewarding.” Now, Jackson has moved his headquarters from his kitchen table to an offie on at 700 West Atlantic Ave. He was able to move into the space thanks to a reduced $1 per year

Emanuel Dupree Jackson officially cuts the ribbon to open the doors to his nonprofit EJS Project at 700 West Atlantic Avenue. Photo courtesy of EliteStar Photography.

cal nonprofit Community Greening and worked on fundraisers for larger quarterly projects. His teens helped set up for Savor the Avenue and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. “People call on us when its time to volunteer,” he said.

Local youth perform during the block party grand A Delray drum line performs during the grand opening of the EJS Project. Photo courtesy of EliteStar opening of the EJS Project. Photo courtesy of EliteStar Photography. Photography.

Currently, he will have anywhere from 25 to 30 students who drop in after school. He has seven that are enrolled in the EJS Project cohort. “This is just the start,” he said. “We are going to grow.”

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Passion for playgrounds By: Jan Engoren Contributing Writer After their success last summer in donating and building a playground for children at the Lord’s Place in Lake Worth, GL Homes looked around to see where else they could make an impact. They found a need at the Place of Hope’s Boca Raton campus, where as part of their Passion for Playgrounds program, this year they are donating and constructing a playground valued at $40,000 for the residents. “For us, it’s a labor of love,” says GL spokeswoman Sarah Alsofrom. “The reception was so positive from the kids at the Lord’s Place, that we looked around to see where else we could make a difference.” Charles Bender III, Founding CEO of the Place of Hope, a faith-based, state-licensed children’s organization providing foster care services, says, “GL Homes believes in making an investment in the young people in our community.” Most Place of Hope residents are between the ages of 4 and 18 and when they turn 18, they age out of the state foster care system and are eligible for their transitional housing. “They support of our transitional model of housing,” he says. “When the suggestion was presented to them they said, ‘absolutely, we will help.’” Having the play facility has made a difference in the lives of the 37 families and more than 60 children they serve, says Diana Stanley, CEO at the Lord’s Place.

A rendering of the children’s playground that GL Homes donated to Place of Hope’s Boca Raton campus as part of its Passion for Playgrounds program.

“The playground has become a focal point for our youth programs,” says Stanley. “Before the playground, our kids played in a parking lot.” “Despite family trauma, and being homeless, when these kids go on the playground they are children,” she says. “The playground has become part of our way of life.” She credits GL Homes. “They are wonderful business partners - thorough and committed. You can trust the project will be done right and with the spirit of giving attached to it.” Features of the commercial-quality, fully-shaded, colorful playground include: a Tic-Tac-Toe panel, a double slide, a right-turn slide, bongos, a tube bridge, monkey bars and a jungle gym. Bender expects construction to begin by the end of May and the recreational equipment to be in use this summer. “GL Homes has put their money where their mouth is,” Bender says. “Our kids are excited.”

Boca’s Rosemurgy Properties partners in adding two new storage facilities Staff report Boca Raton-based Rosemurgy Properties and development partner Sentry Self Storage recently announced the completion of Sentry Self Storage in Deerfield Beach and the groundbreaking for Sentry Self Storage in Hollywood. A 3-acre site at 545 South Federal Highway is the location of a new Sentry Self Storage. Renovations have been completed to repurpose the property to 93,163-square-feet of climate controlled self storage.

The state-of-the-art facility has 726 units over two-stories, three freight elevators, a double bay loading dock and security gate access. Sentry Self Storage will be located at 2060 Coolidge St. The five-story, state-of-the-art facility will be 121,000-square-feet of climate controlled self storage. The project is under construction, and completion is slated for summer 2019. “We are pleased to partner once again with Sentry Self Storage to bring best-in-class developments to both Deerfield Beach and Holly-

A rendering of the new Sentry Self Storage to be built in Hollywood. Submitted photo.

wood,” said Alex Rosemurgy, CEO, Rosemurgy Properties. “Exciting growth is occurring in both cities which is creating a strong demand for these projects.” Kenneth Carlson - Architect, P. A., Deerfield Beach is the design firm for Sentry Self Storage in Hollywood. The project will be built by DC Construction Associates, Inc., Boca Raton. Gallo Herbert Architects, Deerfield Beach, in conjunction with Kenneth Carlson - Architect, P. A., designed Sentry Self Storage in Deerfield Beach.

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What’s up in the real estate market… Delray realtor installed as Regional Director of RAPB+GFLR Christel Silver, Broker/Owner of Delray Beach-based Silver International Realty was recently installed as the Director of South Palm Beach for the RAPB+GFLR. The Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Realtors (RAPB+GFLR) recently merged to become the third largest real estate association in the nation with 28,000 members. “It’s an honor to be a part of this group which provides consumers with real insight on the homeownership process with data accuracy and market expertise,” Silver said. Boca Woods to undergo $14.5 million renovation Boca Woods Country Club will be updating its clubhouse and adding amenities. Members approved a $14.5 million renovation that includes remodeling the clubhouse with a new porte-cochere, main lobby, connecting corridors, restrooms,

meeting rooms, executive offices, and multi-use member activity areas. It also involves adding a two-story fitness center and spa above a first level golf cart storage site.

Dockerty Romer & Co. worked on behalf of their client Concorde Group Holdings LLC to arrange the acquisition financing.

“We were thrilled with a vote of over 82 percent in favor of our exciting plans for the future” said Club President, Linda Fontana. The renovation is estimated to take three years, during which all club services and activities will remain ongoing. “We knew it was very important to our membership that their lifestyle and all the amenities delivered daily continue uninterrupted,” Fontana said. General Manager David Gourlay, CCM, CCE, CAM said the plans allow the club to double the size of the existing fitness center to 12,000-square-feet. “These brick and mortar improvements will bring our facilities up to the level of our club’s two magnificent, 18 hole golf courses and eight championship tennis courts,” Gourlay said. Rent office space in Boca’s Saber Centre I Looking for office space in Boca Raton

with golf course views? Check out Saber Centre I, a 101,347-square-foot office building in Boca Raton, with views of the Old Course at Broken Sound. Cushman & Wakefield has been named the exclusive leasing advisor for the six-story, Class A office building. John Criddle and Joseph Freitas of Cushman & Wakefield were hired by G&C Sabre Investors, LLC, an affiliate of Pompano Beach, FL-based real estate investment group Grover Corlew. Criddle and Freitas were selected to reposition and rebrand Saber Centre I as the Grover Corlew team is months away from finishing a complete lobby, common area and elevator modernization. “The high-floor penthouse vacancy at Saber Centre I offers over 17,500 square feet of sweeping golf course views making it one of the most unique corporate locations in Boca Raton,” Freitas said. Office space at Saber Centre I is available from $18 to $22 NNN with a notable tenant roster that includes BSN, IBM, IWS, Ring Central and Education Dynamic.

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“The Park at Broken Sound is one of the few active, mixed-use infill development sites in South Florida with more than 1,000 new multifamily units and 65,000-square-feet of new retail space,” Criddle said. “Given Saber Centre I’s wide range of availabilities, premium finishes and a tightening Palm Beach County Class A office market, we believe the building is uniquely positioned to capitalize upon the park’s revitalization and active Boca Raton marketplace.”

Delray mortgage bankers arrange financing for Orlando shopping center Delray Beach-based Dockerty Romer & Co. have arranged permanent mortgage financing for an Orlando retail center. Nancy and Bob Dockerty arranged the $33 million deal for Dellagio Town Center. The center is nearly 110,000-squarefeet that is 96 percent leased to restaurants

Citi Global Markets provided a $28 million senior mortgage, and Morrison Street Capital provided a $5 million mezzanine loan. Dockerty commented that, “both lenders worked together providing an excellent debt structure which allowed our client to execute on their business plan of acquiring this highly sought after asset.” HFF represented the seller, Blackstone. Lang Realty names Director of Information Technology Lang Realty recently named Danny Katz the Director of Information Technology for the company. “I specialize in bringing technology to the real world, and especially in making it relevant to Realtors in saving them time and money,” said Katz, a Florida Realtors® faculty member. “My background and experience as an agent, combined with my years of experience working with Realtors as a trainer, helps me bring practical and cutting edge tools to our team.” Prior to joining Lang, Katz was a Realtors® Property Resource (RPR) contract trainer for the National Association of Realtors®, covering much of the state of Florida from Orlando to Miami, both east and west coasts. For more information visit www.langrealty.com or call 561-989-2100.

CRE Florida Partners completes Boca Raton office building sale Senior managing partners Michael Rauch and Tom Robertson with CRE Florida Partners recently represented the owners MDS Builders in the sale of an office building located in the Boca Raton Professional Plaza. The two-story building, 301 Crawford Blvd., sold for $2.7 million, $180 per square foot. Built in 1979, the 15,000-square-foot building is completely occupied and recently updated and renovated. “The property has a solid mix of local, well established tenants, very low deferred maintenance and a class “A” location, making it an attractive purchase,” Rauch said.

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Venus Williams puts touch on Royal Palm Polo Clubhouse Staff report Tennis star and interior designer Venus Williams has put the finishing touches on the interior of the clubhouse at Royal Palm Polo. Her company V Starr Interiors completed the interiors for the Residents’ Club that will be the new centerpiece of the Royal Palm Polo community built by Toll Brothers in Boca Raton. “The Royal Palm Polo clubhouse design is a play on classic Boca Raton style with a modern edge. It is highlighted by sophisticated colors and furnishings,” said Williams, Principal and CEO of V Starr Interiors.

Royal Palm Polo Residents’ Club exterior. Photo courtesy of Roberto Gonzales Photography.

Royal Palm Polo Residents’ Club front entrance. Photo courtesy of Roberto Gonzales Photography.

A look inside the Royal Palm Polo Residents’ Club. Photo courtesy of Roberto Gonzales Photography.

Venus Williams worked on the interior finishes of the Royal Palm Polo Residents’ Club. Photo courtesy of Roberto Gonzales Photography.

The double height entryway of the clubhouse is a portal to the main space that features parquet wood floors, artistic lighting and transitional millwork details. Pops of color are incorporated in the pillows and decorative accessories to accent the furnishings while abundant windows add life and energy throughout. The spaces within the clubhouse include a social room with a fireplace, catering kitchen, dining area, appointed men’s and women’s pool bathrooms that feature locker, shower, and dressing areas, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Specialty finishes and features throughout the clubhouse include a venetian plaster clad fireplace, mosaic tile, antique mirrors and a fitness mural by local artist Jeffrey Noble of Nice’n Easy. V Starr Interiors also custom designed

three showcase pedestals and carefully selected the sculptures within each of them. This is V Starr’s first partnership with Toll Brothers. Royal Palm Polo offers home designs

priced from the upper $900,000s to over $1.5 million with floor plans ranging in size from 3,500 to 7,000-square-feet. The recently opened, 5,000-square-foot Residents’ Club features a fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment and free weights, a resort-style swimming pool and spa with cabanas, lighted, HAR-

TRU® clay tennis courts, social room with a catering kitchen, locker rooms, and a pickleball/basketball court. To learn more, visit Royal Palm Polo at 2703 NW 71 Blvd. in Boca Raton, call 561-241-5252 or visit RoyalPalmPolo. com.

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ings, prime location at the nexus of I-95 and Tri-Rail, and “mission critical” infrastructure. The buildings, constructed to withstand category 5 hurricanes, also have full standby generator back up.

Staff report The former home of IBM, now known as the Boca Raton Innovation Center, has a new owner.

With expansive column-free floorplates and 16-foot ceiling height, BRIC gives companies a workplace setting and strong value alternative to locating on multiple floors in a Class A high-rise, he said. BRIC amenities include a private shuttle to Tri-Rail, a dining marketplace, conference centers, accredited day care center, lawn, lake, walking trails, fitness center and nearby retail.

The 1.8 million-square-foot campus which is located on 125 acres was acquired through a joint venture between Boca’s Crocker Partners and New York-based Rialto Capital and Siguler Guff. While the purchase price was not disclosed, industry website Real Capital Analytics estimated the acquisition price to total $179.3 million. With the purchase, Crocker Partners’ Boca Raton portfolio equals 2.9 million square feet, accounting for 25 percent of the city’s office inventory. Overall, the company owns more than 6.3 million square feet of Class A office space in the state. “Boca Raton Innovation Campus is an important economic contributor to the City and a solid fit for our portfolio. As long-term owners, we intend to see that BRIC is well positioned to attract a new generation of companies,” said Crocker Partners Managing Partner Angelo Bianco.

The company plans to upgrade to existing buildings and campus amenities, he said. The campus was developed in the 1960s as IBM’s North American Research and Development facility. Currently, it is 73 percent occupied with major tenants including Bluegreen Vacations Corporation, Johnson Controls Security Solutions f/k/a Tyco Integrated Security, TransUnion, MDVIP and Modernizing Medicine. Bianco said BRIC is unique with its campus environment, iconic Marcel Breuer-designed Y-shaped build-

Crocker Partners introduced Boca Raton’s first Class A office tower and its first suburban mixed-use center in the mid-1980s, and developed Mizner Park, the catalyst for Boca Raton’s downtown revitalization. Crocker Partners’ current Boca Raton holdings include The Plaza, One Town Center and One Boca Place office towers and the mixed-use Boca Center. New York-based Eastdil Secured represented the BRIC sellers San Francisco-based Farallon Capital Management and New York-based Next Tier HD, led by its Atlanta-based team of Mike McDonald, Kennedy Hicks and Joe Gibson.

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Boca’s Crocker Partners notifies city of plans to file $137 million suit By: Marisa Herman Associate Editor Alleging delays, inaction and restriction of development rights, Crocker Partners has placed the city of Boca Raton on notice of its plans to file a $137 million lawsuit over its inability to proceed with the proposed Midtown redevelopment project. The Boca Raton-based development group owns three properties in the area that is slated for redevelopment—the Boca Center, One Town Center and The Plaza. Last month, Crocker managing partner Angelo Bianco sent three notices to the city, rep-

Crocker viewed the decision as a stalling tactic and another way to delay the project again because a “small area plan” has not been required of any of the other planned mobility districts in the city.

resentative of the company’s three properties, stating its intent to file a suit under the “Bert Harris Act.”

Crocker Partners is just one of the many property owners involved in the Midtown project.

Crocker Partners says it has spent more than two years and more than $1 million toward redeveloping its properties on the site by the Town Center Mall on Military Trail.

Crocker Partners alleges the city has delayed consideration of zoning regulations needed to move forward with the project in its filings multiple times.

“We want to invest in our community,” Bianco said. “This is our home and we can make this a fantastic village within our community.”

“I had no choice,” he said of filing the notice to sue.

He said the lawsuit is a no-win situation for him. If he wins, he knows the suit will cost the taxpayers millions and if he loses, his investors will be out money.

Much of the suit, if it is officially filed, will focus on a January meeting where council members voted to require Midtown g o through a “small area plan.”

But, he said he was left no choice but to file the notice. The law requires a 150 day period before a lawsuit under the Bert Harris Act is officially adopted.

The Midtown project would possibly add up to 2,500 units creating a true Planned Mobility District, which the city designated in 2010.

“Clearly, at that point, I realized the direction of he city was not to allow any development,” Bianco said.

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The Keyes Company unites with Illustrated Properties in Delray Beach Leading real estate powerhouses to operate under one roof

Staff report The Keyes Company, Florida’s largest independently owned real estate firm and a Top 25-ranked firm in the entire United States, will join forces with the luxury real estate focused Illustrated Properties (IPRE) team under one roof in Delray Beach. Operations for both firms will continue during renovations at the Keyes Delray Beach branch located at 610 East Atlantic Avenue. Plans for a new luxury office at IPRE’s 700 East Atlantic Avenue location will begin this month and are scheduled for completion during the

third quarter of 2018. “Our mission is to provide buyers with the top-notch quality experience we have offered for over nine decades at Keyes and five decades at Illustrated Properties,” said Keyes President and CEO Mike Pappas. “Working under one roof will allow Keyes and IPRE associates to closely collaborate and continue to help buyers make one of the most important decisions of their lives.” In July 2016, Keyes and IPRE announced the completion of a merger between the two companies, which continue to operate under their existing brands. Following the merger, the companies have in excess of 1,100 Sales As-

sociates in Palm Beach County and produce double the volume of their closest competitor. In 2017, Keyes generated more than $6.2 billion in real estate services across its Family of Companies. Together, IPRE and Keyes have global reach as a Founding Member and Shareholder of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®. Mortgage, title, insurance, and property management needs can all be managed in-house, allowing us to close your deal with speed and efficiency. With 79 offices and more than 3,000 agents, the companies continue to grow as the No. 1 real estate brand in Palm Beach County while maintaining the culture of a family-owned business.

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Future problems facing buyers and sellers By: Christel Silver Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers Rising home prices combined with higher interest rates and a lack of inventory are the most critical concerns facing buyers today. The Baby Boomers are in their retirement years – which will have an effect on the housing market. There is also an increasing demand for multifamily senior housing. By 2030, 19 percent of Americans will be over the age of 65. Their needs are diverse because of financial situations and lifestyle expectations. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist of the National Association of Realtors in Washington, D.C. said, “People need to focus on the fact that we have a major housing shortage in this country.” Students are graduating with huge student loan debts, which makes it much harder for them to buy their first home, even if they find a good paying first job. Some are moving back with their parents to save some money. Even if they didn’t have student loans, the affordability problem remains. Markets where prices have soared make buying a home problematic.

Once able to buy, they do have a demand for green homes. Young home shoppers are energy-conscious. They are looking to reduce their monthly bills, but are also concerned about overall energy consumption. Smart homes are on the rise and this trend will grow. Building Codes will change. Last year California passed a law that rooftop solar panels be installed on all new single-family homes and low-rise multi-family buildings to offset the expected annual electricity use. So the initial cost may be higher – but then there is saving on the electricity. The new tax law has an impact on homeowners who live in high taxed areas. The limit of deducting real estate taxes will be a hardship for many sellers. On the other hand, we might see a shift of some owners selling their homes in high taxed areas and moving to a lower taxed area. The tendency to work from home will change the commercial leasing industry. Less room is needed. And that’s only going to become more common as the workforce gets younger and they are more comfortable with the technology of working remotely. The same is true for the remote shopping—fewer store fronts will be necessary in the future. There is a new trend for “adult dorm” or “co-living” projects. I

Ask an expert: Your HOA questions By: Harris B. Katz, Esq. Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers Q: We recently had a new board elected at my homeowners association (HOA) community and an issue has arisen in that they are now attempting to limit a resident from speaking to only two items on the agenda—unfinished business and new business—and are not allowing any other resident comments. They justify this by stating in their Resolution that Florida Statute 720 allows for the adoption of written rules governing frequency, duration and other manner of member statements. I am not an attorney, but I believe this in violation of the law. Am I correct?

D.K., Boca Raton A: Confusion regarding the number of times and the length of time that a member of an HOA can speak is very common. Florida Statute 720.303(2) (a) of the Florida Homeowner’s Association Act (the Act) grants each member of the HOA the right to speak at board meetings and at certain types of committee meetings with reference to all designated items. However, the statute also grants the board the option to adopt reasonable written rules related to the right of members to speak at meetings as well as the duration of the comments. Significantly, while that section of the Act is silent on the topic of setting a minimum time period for members to speak at board meetings, there are two other provisions of the Act which

was introduced to this concept in Europe and have seen projects here also. Each resident has their own space, but the common elements are being shared. This concept is especially interesting in downtown areas, which is overpriced for many buyers. Marketing will be (is) changing: 77 percent of home buyers prefer to take a virtual reality tour before actually looking at homes and 62 percent prefer to work with an agent offering this tool. Do not forget the unconventional financing option, including purchasing real estate with Bitcoin. It has happened already. Using Bitcoin for the purchase creates a similar problem as with exchanging international currency. The rate is uncertain. These digital currencies are not part of the global banking community and at this time are unregulated. The advancing technology about artificial intelligence (AI) will change life as we know it including real estate. These AI computers will be used to identify trends and opportunities. About Christel Silver Christel Silver is a full time Broker/Owner of Silver International Realty servicing the East Coast of South Florida. The National Association of Realtor’s (NAR) President appointed her (2010- 2014) and again for 2018 as the President’s Liaison to Germany. Christel is a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), and a certified speaker teaching CIPS classes. For more information visit www. silverhouses.com.

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Retire, live in paradise— The South Florida promise By: Karen Laurence Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers Catering to the retiring population is what South Florida does best. There is no shortage of choices that range from new housing developments to more established communities to senior homes (independent to assisted living) and of course, the single family home. In fact, these buyers for new construction, are courted by the builders, who entice them through the promise of an “active lifestyle.” The renters are courted for the independent living to assisted living complexes that are being constructed at a rapid pace. The major builders usually have at least one community that caters to the 55 year olds in each section of the state that they build in. The communities can range from 350 homes to over 1,000. The typical client is looking to buy a second or vacation home. Or just the home of their dreams. If it can be bought, within their budget, why not buy it before retirement, use it for a vacation home, and then a permanent retirement home. Having clubhouses and activities allows the active adult to stay young while retired/and or on vacation. They are kept busy with many activities ranging from Golf to Tennis, Pickleball, Canasta, Mah Jong, and of course Bingo. There is usually a pool, spa, sometimes a restaurant and many social clubs based on the interests of the population residing there. Uni-

versal design is used so that it will adapt to the needs of the resident, making it possible to remain in this home as they age. Developers are starting to use features in the home to cater to the “age at home” concept such as large tubs, front control ranges and low or zero entry thresholds that will better accommodate the aging active adult. The Baby Boomers are the largest group of retiring adults. Most of them wish to remain in their homes if possible and not go to the independent or assisted living facilities. That is not always possible. There is a definite need for this type of living. These facilities are growing in number as some of the older population cannot make it on their own or wish to have their meals cooked for them. Having chef-prepared meals is very important as well as a 24/7 reception area. There are nurses round the clock, gym trainers, and the staff to cater to most whims. Recreation-

al facilities as well as the pool and gyms, make them also a luxury lifestyle that is very attractive. Here they make friends instead of staying alone at home. One is usually nicer than the next, offering concierge services, spas, surround-sound theaters, and some have cafes for wine and beer. Most of these are a monthly rental, though there are some for purchase. More homeowners are carrying mortgages into their retirement. Some do it for necessity, while others for tax reasons. The mortgage can be planned, through accelerated payments to end at a certain time to coincide with other retirement venues such as annuities. Even many wealthy persons pay off their mortgages prior to purchasing their last home which is usually bought for cash. The 55 plus market is going strong in South Florida. You can pick and choose amenities at your home, or get cared for at a senior living facility being close to your family, as there are many to choose from in Palm Beach County. You are never far from shopping or restaurants, living on your own or taken by shuttle bus. Karen Laurence is a sales associate with The Keyes Company. She is a Technical Real Estate Instructor, Real Estate Agent and Certified Luxury Agent. 516-524-3953.

Spring cleaning part 2: Digging deeper, it’s worth the effort By: Cheryl Adelman Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers Physical Photos: https://www.lifestorage.com/blog/organization/need-organize-photos-get-started/ Music: https://www.lifestorage.com/ blog/organization/need-organize-photos-get-started/ https://www.techradar.com/news/thebest-free-music-player “How to Spring Clean your Digital Clutter to Protect Yourself ”, http s : / / w w w. w i re d . c om / 2 0 1 7 / 0 5 / spring-clean-digital-clutter-protect/ Home Office Eliminate non office items. Move those things to where they belong! De-clutter what is left. Be sure to check your tech. Re-route wires, update your tech set up. If you have not already done so, acknowledge that it is 2018, and attend to your files accordingly. Then, purge the drawers, desktop, shelves, bookcase. Now, Clean. Set up the tools you use most, closest to you. Photos, Music, Digital Clutter I found experts to help us. Digital Photos: https://www.lilblueboo. com/2012/11/how-to-organize-andprint-years-worth-of-photos.html

Pantry Empty everything. Yes, you have to. Clean the shelves. Replace liners. Set aside expired items. Categorize remaining items into similar use groups. Separate items you use most from those you use least. Donate what you’ll never use. (Expired and unwanted items can be emptied, so jars can be recycled or repurposed.)

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Eagles Landing Middle student raising money for sensory classroom Seventh grader Kylie Cohen knows what it is like to be someone’s only friend.

to have new kids come in next year and see this whole new environment and have the kids who have already been here have a total change and new experience.”

The 13-year-old student is a student intern in a special needs classroom at Eagles Middle Landing.

She said students abilities range and many are lower functioning. Some have autism, others Down Syndrome.

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To help encourage more positive breakthroughs for the nine students in the class, she is raising $10,000 to purchase more sensory friendly resources for the classroom.

She began working with special needs students last year. In her sixth grade art class there was a student with special needs and she sat in the front of the classroom with him and helped out.

The room is equipped with special chairs which are used as a reward, soundproof headphones for children with sensitives to noise and special brushes that help with touch.

Her interest in helping continued over the summer when she volunteered with the special needs program at the JCC summer camp as a counselor in training.

“We need more,” she said of the sensory items that help these children learn in a space they are comfortable in. “The goal is

She signed up for the intern role as her one hour elective period. She helps the teacher file paperwork and

Eagles Landing Middle seventh grader Kylie Cohen is a student intern in a special needs classroom at her school where she is raising $10,000 to purchase more sensory items. Photo courtesy of Kylie Cohen’s YouTube fundraising video.

sits one-on-one with the students and helps with their lessons. “For most of them, I am their only friend,” she said. “I sit and talk with them. They like having the attention.” She got the idea to raise money for the class at the beginning of the year. Principal Joe Peccia jumped on board and they filmed a video explaining the project. It is uploaded on YouTube and discusses how the students benefit from the sensory resources.

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A Comic Cure audience laughs during a performance. Photo courtesy of JC Ridley.

Moving forward, the humor-oriented fixture hopes to grow its impact locally. Having worked with more than 100 non-profits and 1200 comedians, Comic Cure has established an agency to connect causes with their comedians. “If we have a cancer organization, for example, we want our agency to pair them with a comedian who has been closely touched by [the disease],” Leis said. “We just want these organizations to benefit as we introduce humor.” With the use of comedy, Comic Cure has helped further the mission of nonprofit organizations while also strengthening nationwide dialogue on compelling topics.

At their recent United We Stand-Up show at the Mizner Park Comedy Club, comedians from the U.S. Armed Forces were featured, with proceeds benefiting local veteran groups. In addition, Comic Cure hosts multiple other themed shows in Boca, including “Florida’s Funniest Female” as well as their annual political roast. “While Mizner Park is our first comedy club, all three shows we have hosted there have sold out,” Leis said. “We thought Boca would be a great place for Comic Cure and it has certainly proven itself thus far.”

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Boca teen receives international award for work on Delray barrier-free playground project By: Marisa Herman Associate Editor Ava Goldstone started as a volunteer for the Palm Beach County Miracle League, a nonprofit that organizes a baseball league for kids with disabilities.

Association for Fundraising Professionals for my role in bringing the Boundless Dreams Playground to fruition,” she said. “Once built, Boundless Dreams will be a hub of energy and excitement for my community.”

Soon, she will leave a permanent mark not only on the memories of the kids she helps, but in the Delray Beach park where the games take place.

Michael Nilsen, Vice President, Communications & Public Policy Association of Fundraising Professionals said Goldstone was just want the panel of judges was looking for in a candidate fit for the award.

The 18-year-old Boca Raton resident helped turn an idea to add a Boundless Dreams Playground to Miller Park into a reality.

“She was exceptional,” he said. “The youth awards are always hard to judge. The stories are inspirational.”

The playground is slated to be open on May 19.

Nielsen said the judges were impressed by her goal to bring the playground to the park.

She was recognized for her involvement with the Miracle League recently by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, which awarded her the 2018 CARTER Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy award. The CARTER Award for Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy honors a young person with a proven record of exceptional generosity who demonstrates outstanding civic and charitable responsibility and whose philanthropy encourages others to engage on a community, national, and/or international level. “I feel so fortunate to be recognized by the

“She had a plan, had a vision,” he said. “It’s just extraordinary. It really shows what young people can do.” Goldstone was a guest at a Miracle League game a few years ago. “I was sitting in the stands and some force, greater than anything I can explain, drew me onto the field,” she recalled. “I met this little boy, Aiden. We walked the bases together. I helped him out of his special chair and he walked them for the very first time.” She began helping as a volunteer buddy.

She then secured an internship with the nonprofit and helped organize the first annual Dinner on the Diamond, a fundraising event, which ultimately raised $60,000. It was when she noticed the inability of the Miracle League kids to play on a playground in the park before or after their games that gave her the idea to help with another project, a barrier free playground. “It broke my heart to watch these kids have a sense of dejection because they physically couldn’t play,” she said. So, the fundraising for the playground began. The goal: to raise $210,000. Through events like a mini-golf fundraiser, selling a calendar of Miracle League children in action and working with Miracle League staff to apply for grants from Women’s Impact 100 and the Men’s Impact 100, which awarded Boundless Dreams $100,000 and $50,000, respectively, Goldstone was determined to raise enough money for the playground. It was her participation in the Palm Beach Philanthropy Tank, a Shark Tank-style program, where she presented her project to four community philanthropists in front of a live audience, that she was awarded the top grant totaling $15,000.

Ava Goldstone accepting a 2018 CARTER Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy award. Photo courtesy of Ava Goldstone.

Two other philanthropists in the audience saw her presentation and were so inspired that they invited her to submit requests for funding. She made in-person presentations to both of these philanthropists (one foundation and one individual), and received two grants totaling $40,000—reaching her final fundraising goal. She said it was her mentor Vicki Pugh who helped her through the tank process and who recommended her for the award. She attended the international convention last month in New Orleans where she received the honor and spoke to the group.

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Delray’s 50 Ocean Executive Chef Thomas Op’t Holt’s dishes have stories beyond the flavors they tell your palette. Like how the fish dip was perfected during Hurricane Irma with leftover frozen fish, the chicken liver mousse is his aunt’s recipe and the Carolina Gold Rice featured with the shrimp étouffée has a history that dates back to the start of when South Carolina led the country as the largest rice producer.

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ite mixed into the tomato, the play on lemon merged with the tomato taste is a winning combination. His homemade green goddess dressing on top the Little Gem Wedge salad pairs well with the homemade goats milk ricotta cheese. Sauce isn’t the only homemade menu item to shine. His inhouse jumbo ravioli was a sweet surprise. Stuffed with duck confit, fig and caramelized onion, the pasta was rich and sweet. Topped with a gorgonzola cream that added some salt, one piece of the jumbo ravioli was more than enough. New seafood entrees include a salmon dish on top of a blue corn Johnny cake, a smokey shrimp étouffée with gator andouille and swordfish. Of the two new meat offerings, the halfday braised lamb shank and the pork chop, the pork was the way to go. With a quinoa spatzle, the dish was flavorful and fillings. Chef Op’t Holt said his Chicago roots come through with the dish.

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National Society of Arts & Letters honors scholarship recipients, donors at awards reception in Boca Raton By: Dale King Contributing Writer

The National Society of Arts & Letters, Florida East Coast Chapter, recently held its Star Maker Awards at Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club in Boca Raton. The event showcased many of the organization’s scholarship recipients and honored supporters who fund this nonprofit organization. “It was truly dazzling,” said event chair Kim Champion. “We were thrilled to award scholarships to college and advanced degree students in multiple categories including woodwinds, strings, visual arts, piano and theatre. This prestigious recognition is a coveted achievement, and the funds will help our winners advance their studies and careers.” Past and present scholarship recipients from Lynn Conservatory of Music and the Florida Atlantic University School of Music entertained guests with performances of classical tunes and Broadway favorites. These young artists included Kayla Williams, Kristine Mezines, Trevor Mansell, Darren Matias, Yasa Poletaeva, Cameron Hewes, Feruza Dadabaeva, Mara Valmonte, Joey De La Rua, Natalie Hidalgo and Nikki Khabbazvahed. The event also honored the achievements of local high school photography students who competed at NSAL’s recent third annual juried event, made possible by the Donald M. and Sylvia Robinson Family Foundation and Dr. and Mrs. Alexandre Lane. “All of the dedicated young artists that we honored at The Star

From left, Kim Champion, Judi Asselta, Donald Mandich and Alyce From left are Marshall Turkin, Joyce Levin, Cameron Hewes and Dr. Erickson. Photo by Rick Owen. Barry Levin. Photo by Rick Owen.

Maker Awards have committed themselves to excellence,” said Judi Asselta, Florida East Coast Chapter president. “While we admire their talent, it is their ceaseless determination to perfect their skills that leaves us all in awe,” she added. “We were all mesmerized by their performances and feel a great sense of pride in knowing that we have had a role in nurturing their success.” During the event, NSAL also honored two people for providing inspiration to the organization. Shari Upbin received the Past President’s Award and musician Marshall Turkin was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award. During the entertainment segment, Kayla Williams and Kristine Mezines performed “Romanze for Viola and Pia-

no.” Darren Matias play “Homage to Scott Joplin” on the piano, a piece composed by fellow student Trevor Mansell. Matias also accompanied singer Yasa Poletraeva on two songs from “Porgy & Bess” – “Summertime” and “I got plenty of Nothin.’” Cameron Hewes and Feruza Dadabaeva joined for a sonata for clarinet and piano. Theater Arts graduate Tony de Le Rua performed “Send in the Clowns” and “If I were a Rich Man.” The 2018 scholarships and competitions were made possible by the support of key donors, including Marilyn Giancola, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Mandich, Isabelle Paul, Hildegard Scherzberg, Virginia Satterfield, Mr. and Mrs. Jay Nelson, Dr. and Mrs. Barry Levin and Barbara Fisher. NSAL aims to discover talented young people at the beginning of their careers and provides scholarships and competitions in art, dance, drama, literature, music and musical theatre and other works to advance their careers and creative opportunities.

High school photography winners are, from left, Christopher Barber, Daniel Amaro, Megan Fraga, Holly Atkinson and Marc Ludwigsen. Photo by Rick Owen.

NSAL scholarship winners are, from left, Cameron Hewes, Darren Matias, Kayla Williams, Kristine Mezines, Yasa Poletaeva, Feruza Dadabaeva, Joey De La Rua, Mara Valmonte and Michael Dillow. Photo by Rick Owen.

Excelling at the chapter level allows competitors to progress to national competitions where many stars have been discovered. Scholarship winners Yasa Poletaeva and Darren Matias. Photo by Rick Owen.

For information about NSAL, visit www.NSALFloridaeast. org

Lynn University’s annual spring fashion show returns this month Fashion students put together an annual fashion show where the students showcase their original designs

By: Nicole Cleri Lynn University correspondent Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers Fashion students in Lynn University’s College of Business will be showcasing their original pieces and clothing lines this month during the annual fashion show.

range from areas all over the world, such as: the Caribbean, Trinidad, Haiti, Aruba and Mexico. There will also be styles from European countries including Italy, France, London and Ireland.

The event returns on Saturday, May 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Wold Performing Arts Center.

“This year my students are definitely raising the bar for the class of 2019,” said Lisa Dandeo, associate professor and fashion show coordinator. “You can expect to see more ostentatious fashion. The show will be giving the entire global view of the fashion industry and will be much more cultural.”

Year after year, the event is assigned a general theme that the fashion show participants follow. This year, the theme has been announced as “carnival,” in an effort to portray the different celebrations that take place all around the world. This year’s show is expected to feature pieces and cultural designs that represent many different countries. Some of the different styles that will be featured will

In an effort to ensure the event showcases cultural diversity, Dandeo turned to a lot of Lynn’s current students from various backgrounds to become involved in the show. This way, they can utilize their own personal cultural styles and implement

them into their work and planning of the event. The planning of the actual event begins taking place months in advance and Lynn students are hard at work to exceed all previous shows. “Last year, the theme was the ‘seven wonders of the world’ and this year we decided on a ‘carnival’ theme, but the kind of carnival you see in the Caribbean and South America with big beautiful feathered headdresses,” said Maria Kahn, sophomore and fashion student. “We wanted to do a cultural theme where we can showcase celebration and carnival all over the world across the continents. The styles are all very authentic.” The fashion show will feature the work of

13 Lynn students who will be showing a three-piece themed collection, adding up to a total of 39 pieces. Lynn students who auditioned for the show and were chosen by the student designers will be modeling the work of their peers on the runway. There are 50 models participating in the show, a mix of 35 females and 15 males. “There is no criteria to model in the show,” said Dandeo. “We take any shape, size and culture. As long as you feel beautiful in your own skin, we want you on our runway.” The fashion show is open seating and free of charge for all members of the Lynn community. Members of neighboring communities can attend the event with the purchase of a $5 ticket. Tickets can be purchased in the box office located inside the Wold Performing Arts Center.

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New Downtown Boca church offers food, fellowship and community conversation By Joanie Cox-Henry Contributing Writer There’s a new church that has started in Downtown Boca Raton and Rev. Brooks Pipher is working day and night to spread the word about a new, more welcoming way to worship.

can be difficult to make friends. We want to be there for all the good and bad things happening in someone’s life—someone to celebrate with and someone to be there when times are tougher.”

The Associate Reformed Presbyterian church meets Sunday evenings from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at RACKS Downtown Eatery + Tavern in Mizner Park.

While the eventual goal for the church is to meet for morning and evening worship downtown, the idea of a bricks and mortar church is not part of the plan. Instead, they prefer to meet at RACKS and there are also plans to meet on the beach in the evening.

“Our mission is making God’s love known in Downtown Boca Raton through worship, teaching discipleship, community, prayer and service,” Pipher said. Pipher, who studied at Erskine Theological Seminary and was ordained in 2016, was recruited to explore an area between Delray Beach and Pompano that would be ideal for planting a new church. “The goal was to see where God might want us to start a new church,” Pipher said. “Downtown Boca Raton seemed like a perfect fit. There’s a lot of people who live downtown and it’s a transient area where it

With roots that date back to Scotland in 1782, the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church is among one of the oldest denominations in America. “Our core beliefs are that this world needs hope and savior and that Jesus is that savior,” Pipher said. “We have hope now and hope for eternal life and believe in the reconciliation between God and man.” Pipher, who also resides in Downtown Boca Raton, is thankful to be part of the Boca Raton community. “It’s a great community of

churches,” Pipher said. “It’s a community where everybody knows each other.” The 30-year-old pastor originally from Melbourne, Fla., wanted to start a church where all people would feel welcome. “Right now, the set up of the church has more of a Bible study vibe,” Pipher said. “It’s a very open discussion and all are welcome to join us. A Christian background is not necessary. We always have great food and discuss a Bible passage.”

Each week, Pipher creates a study guide with opportunities for personal reflection and group discussion. The Downtown Church also participates in community activities such as beach clean ups and group bicycle rides. “Check our website Downtownchurchboca. org, Facebook @downtownchurchboca or Instagram @downtownchurchboca to confirm the meeting time and place for that week,” Pipher said.

Panel of MSD students, government officials leave lasting impact on Lynn community Students share experiences, project importance of civic engagement for change By: Victoria Alvarez and Christina Diabo Lynn University Graduate Support contributing writers On April 5, a panel of students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School (MSD) visited the Lynn University campus to discuss their experiences and the importance of civic engagement in the local community. The MSD students teamed up with two government officials, Reps. Jared Moskowitz (D) and Congressman Ted Deutch (D), in their efforts to spread awareness on gun violence and school safety.

“We have not done anything on gun control in 20 years,” said Moskowitz on his thoughts after seeing the crime scene. “In fact, if we had control, we’ve gone the opposite way. It’s been proliferation at every expense so if they [government officials] were going to do anything this needed to be real, they needed to see it and smell it, they needed to see what it looks like to have windows at a school with bullet holes; they needed to see what it looks like that there is a CIA scene at a school.”

The panel first began with words from the MSD students to outline their experiences from the shooting on Feb. 14.

In the past two months, students have taken part in various events to push for action around the United States. The events include the various walkouts around the country as well as the March For Our Lives that dominated news coverage on March 24. While the MSD students have participated in the events of solidarity, their efforts have been supported by government officials such as Congressman Deutch.

Freshman Anna Crean was in the building in her creative writing class on the third floor when the attack took place. “We just heard these gunshots going off for what seemed like forever,” Crean said. “They just kept going on and on down the hallway. We just heard screams and everyone in the classroom was silent and just crying.” After several students shared their varied experiences, the panel began to speak more about their plans for the future and the need to take action. Rep. Moskowitz, a local from Parkland, shared his thoughts on the events and his push for change.

Congressman Deutch was next to speak at the event. Deutch has been working with the students and Congress to take the next steps for March for Our Lives in order to properly advocate for gun control and school safety. Recently, the congressman was one of the lawmakers invited to discuss a possible bipartisan gun bill with President Trump. “The reason things will be different is because there is now a

commitment to political activism, to the basic civic responsibility of casting a ballot that will move this debate; that will move my colleagues to action and if it [the bill] doesn’t, it will then replace them with those who understand,” Deutch said. Looking towards the future, students hope to encourage this generation, as well as future generations, to take the responsibility of voting in the upcoming elections. In order to do so, the panel expressed that they plan to get involved in various parts of society, whether it be in their school, in their local community or in politics. Seth Albert, an MSD senior who is set to attend Lynn University next fall, hopes to get involved on campus in order to make a difference. He believes that by being oneself and advocating for what is right, a positive change can occur. “I’m going to bring Seth Albert. I’m going to bring everything I have. I want to lift everyone’s spirit because I am a loveable person,” Albert said. “I’m going to make sure that when these elections come around, everyone gets out and votes because it’s time for change and that’s going to happen right now.” The Lynn community has seen the combined efforts of MSD students and politicians alike and has emulated that spirit amongst their Fighting Knight family. Three upperclassmen, David Czarlinsky, Lourdes Rubero and Baylee Howe, have become three staple student leaders on campus in their drive for advocacy. “We planned the [student led] walkout on March 14, one month after the anniversary of the tragedy,” said Czarlinsky. “We also sold these wristbands that say, ‘MSD Strong’ and ‘Never Again’ and we made over $1,800 to support the victims and their families. Lastly, we also have this ‘#Enough’ banner that the Lynn community signed during the walkout, which symbolizes that we are together in this fight to end gun violence.”

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Boca Deputy Mayor recognized as Home Rule Hero out to members of the legislature and help give a local perspective on an issue.

Staff report Boca Raton Deputy Mayor Scott Singer recently received a 2018 Home Rule Hero Award from the Florida League of Cities.

“These dedicated municipal officials are some of the Florida League of Cities’ biggest advocates for municipal issues,” said Florida League of Cities President, Gil Ziffer. “Their efforts during the 2018 legislative session were extraordinary. The League and its legislative team are proud to recognize and thank them for their service.”

Singer earned this award for his efforts to advance the League’s legislative agenda and help protect the Home Rule powers of Florida’s cities during the 2018 legislative session.

Home Rule is the ability for a city to address local problems through and by local decision makers with minimal state interference.

The Home Rule Hero Award recipients are local government officials – both elected and non-elected – who consistently responded to the League’s request to reach

“I’m honored to be able to serve the residents of Boca Raton and will continue to make sure their voices are heard on local matters that impact our community,” Singer said.

Boca students lead discussion on school safety

The panel, a volunteer committee appointed by the Boca Raton City Council, holds meetings and town hall style forums to gather input from residents about quality of life issues in Boca Raton. At the request of the City Council, and in response to the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, the panel reached out to Boca middle and high schools and invited students to this special forum. “The idea was to let the students talk and share their concerns, ideas and solutions about school safety,” CAP Chairman Eric Gooden said.

Students from Boca Raton middle and high schools discussed the topic of CAP chairman Eric Gooden and panel member school safety during a forum hosted by Linda Marenus meet with students. Submitted the Boca Raton Community Advisory photo. Panel. Submitted photo.

“Adults have done a lot of talking, and our City Council wanted to hear from the students. They are residents of the City and should have their voices heard.” The Panel reached out to principals at Boca High, Spanish River, Boca Middle, Omni and Don Estridge Middle schools and invited student government representatives to join the conversation. Each school sent about 10 students to the Downtown Library to participate in the round table discussions. Common themes included lack of consistency in following safety

rules, lack of enforcement, student identification and concerns about the infrastructure and safety designs of the schools. Other topics including mental health, bullying and overcrowding were all cited as safety issues as well.

Staff report

Cunningham is a poet, translator, essayist and community organizer originally from Boca Raton. He is the founder and director of O, Miami, a

Staff report After a crash course on adapting healthy habits into their daily routines, three locals revealed their progress before a live crowd at Boca’s Trainerspace gym.

nonprofit organization that celebrates the city of Miami through the lens of poetry. “The Creative Writing Program at FAU was pleased to be able to host

Participants all saw weight loss results. Wali Waiters lost 27 lbs., Emily Aronson lost 23 lbs. and Leslie Carter lost 20 lbs. The participants applied to the program where they were given free meal service, personal training sessions and access to a weight loss program, in addition to other help. They filmed their progress and posted on social media several times a week so their friends, family and community could track their progress.

Representatives from the Boca Raton Police Department and the Palm Beach County School District Police Department were also on site to talk with students about their concerns and experiences. CAP will create a report and present the findings to the City Council at a future meeting.

P. Scott Cunningham, O, Miami Founder and Director visits FAU for book reading, signing The Department of English within Florida Atlantic University’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters, along with Barb Schmidt’s Peaceful Mind/Peaceful Life, hosted P. Scott Cunningham last month with a reading and book signing at FAU’s Theatre Lab.

Happy Healthy Stronger participants exceed weight loss goals

Part of the Happy Healthy Stronger initiative, which filmed three locals on a quest to take back control of their lives through healthy eating and exercise, the results were a success.

Staff report Nearly 50 student government and leadership members from Boca Raton middle and high schools met recently to share their concerns about school safety with the Boca Raton Community Advisory Panel (CAP).

Wali Waiters, Emily Aronson, Linzi Martinez and Leslie Carter attend the Happy Healthy Stronger grand finale event. Submitted photo.

poet Scott Cunningham and celebrate the publication of his debut collection, ‘Ya Te Veo,’” said Becka McKay, director of the “Off the Page” series of public events at FAU. “Scott’s impact on the South Florida literary community has been tremendous, and we are inspired by his commitment to both writers and readers of poetry. We were especially proud to be able to publish Scott’s work in our own literary magazine, ‘Swamp Ape Review,’ which wouldn’t exist without the efforts of writers and promoters of poetry like Scott.”

Michelle Peel, Councilwoman Andrea O’Rourke, Leanne Welch and Deputy Mayor Scott Singer attend a fundraiser for Gumbo Limbo. Submitted photo.

Friends of Gumbo Limbo’s 9th Annual Sea Coast Toast raises over $35,000 Staff report Friends of Gumbo Limbo’s 9th Annual Sea Coast Toast raised more than $35,000 to help sustain and enhance the education, conservation and research programs in the community and at the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center. “The coastal environment is the heart of South Florida,” said Brandon Canute, Development Manager, Friends of Gumbo Limbo. “We are thankful for the many supporters and donors who joined us for a memorable and fun evening.” Guests enjoyed cocktails at a full-bar, a sit-down multicourse dinner, dancing to the music of Jimmy Stowe and the Stowaways, and bidding on a wonderful selection of silent and live auction items at the Boca Country Club.

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New Deputy Mayor, CRA Chair voted on at Boca City Council swearing in By: Diane Emeott Korzen Contributing Writer Newcomer to Boca City Council Monica Mayotte was sworn in as Council Member for Seat D, as the council bid farewell to Council Member Robert Weinroth – who, along Boca Raton Mayor Susan Haynie, is running for retiring Palm Beach County Commissioner Steven Abrams’ District 4 Seat in the Aug. 28 Primary and Nov. 6 General Election.

ers that have been tried.’ Weinroth continued, “I have really enjoyed these last 4 years and 2 days. It feels like I just got here! These are not our seats, these are your seats! Anthony Majhess came before me, Monica Mayotte comes after me. We are all up here doing the same thing. We all want Boca Raton to be the best city!” Weinroth also thanked his wife, Pam, who he called “the force behind me.” New deputy mayor

Rodgers thanked his opponent (Kim Do) for also running for Seat C, and thanked God and his family – his wife Mandy and four young children.

Among the new roles voted on April 2 for Boca City Council Members, former CRA Chair Scott Singer was voted in as Deputy Mayor, after being nominated by outgoing Deputy Mayor Jeremy Rodgers. However, before a vote was cast, Andrea Levine O’Rourke made an alternate motion to instead nominate Rodgers for a second term as Deputy Mayor, which Mayotte seconded. The alternate motion to have Rodgers serve again as Deputy Mayor died for lack of additional votes, 2 to 3.

Council Member Andrea Levine O’Rourke swore in Mayotte, adding, “Sometimes you have to say ‘no’ to friends and family to say, ‘Yes’ to [serving the community as a Boca City Council Member].”

Said Levine O’Rourke when making her alternate motion, “We have a lot of changes on the commission. I want to make sure we are doing this properly. Let’s take the politics out of this. Mr. Singer, you are running for Mayor!” said Levine O’Rourke.

Mayotte called this “an exciting time to be a Council Member,” thanking her husband Terry, daughter and son. “My son was home from school on Election Day. It was his first time voting. When he went into the voting booth, he got to vote for his mom! I am grateful to have the trust of the people of Boca Raton and won’t take this honor lightly. I will be tough about handling development –we need responsible development; but I will be fair. I’ll have an open door policy.”

Mayotte added, “I think this is in the best interest of the community.”

Abrams attended the April 2 Swearing-In Ceremony & Organizational Meeting at Boca City Hall, doing the honors of swearing in Council Member for Seat C Jeremy Roberts for a second term in office.

Rodgers rang in, “Mr. Singer has the most seniority up here.

[He’s highly competent.] The campaign took a big toll on my family and myself...” Singer, who last year turned down the role of Deputy Mayor for the opportunity to Chair the CRA, noted several CRA accomplishments over the past year that he was proud of. “A charter change was passed awhile ago,” he added in reference to the proper way to do things. In the end, the original motion for Scott Singer to assume the role of Deputy Mayor passed unanimously, 5 to 0. Scott Singer, Bernard Korn, and Glenn Gromann have announced their candidacy for Mayor. A possible Boca Raton Mayoral Election for a 1-year term is slated for March 12, 2019. New CRA Chair Other new roles voted on bring a: new CRA Chair Andrea Levine O’Rourke (5 to 0); new CRA Vice Chair Monica Mayotte (5 to 0); new Transportation Planning Agency Representatives (formerly MPO) Susan Haynie and Jeremy Rodgers with alternates Scott Singer and Andrea Levine O’Rourke; new Palm Beach League of Cities Representative Monica Mayotte as the delegate and Jeremy Rodgers as the alternate (5 to 0); and Jeremy Rodgers as the Parks Representative (5 to 0).

Mayor Susan Haynie presented Weinroth with a plaque of appreciation. Council Members individually thanked Weinroth for his service on Boca City Council. Council Member Scott Singer said that after serving for 4 years with Weinroth, it would be hard to imagine Weinroth not being up on the dais with him. “We were classmates in Leadership Boca before running for office. We both ran for office at the same time,” Singer said. Weinroth began by quoting Winston Churchill: ‘It has been said that Democracy is the worst form of government -- except all the oth-

Council Member Andrea Levine O’Rourke (L) swears in new Council Palm Beach County Commissioner Steven Abrams swears in Member Monica Mayotte (R). Photo Boca City Council Member Jeremy Rodgers for a second term. Photo by Diane Emeott Korzen. by Diane Emeott Korzen.

Mayor Susan Haynie presents appreciation plaque to outgoing Council Member Robert Weinroth. Photo by Diane Emeott Korzen.

Boca Raton Mayor Susan Haynie faces charges of alleged official misconduct, perjury, corruption By: Marisa Herman Associate Editor Boca Raton Mayor Susan Haynie was booked and released from Palm Beach County Jail on April 24 after she was charged with official misconduct, perjury in an official proceeding, misuse of public office and corrupt misuse of public office, according to an arrest report. Total, she faces seven charges— some felony charges. The 10-page arrest report documents an investigation that dates back to 2014. That is when Haynie was elected mayor of the city. Her arrest came a week after she was fined $500 and reprimanded by the Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics in a negotiated settlement. She was supposed to address the city about the findings during the scheduled April 24 city council meeting. But she was not present at the meeting. Hours after turning herself in, she posted

$12,000 bail and left the jail with her attorney Leonard S. Feuer, who addressed news reporters.

out the proper disclosure forms. The ethics investigation and the criminal investigation focus on a property management firm founded by Haynie and her husband Neil and Investments Limited, which is owned by Batmasian.

“Mayor Haynie is innocent of these charges. We look forward to challenging these accusations and that’s all they are right now, just accusations,” Feuer said. “In court everything will come out She is charged with three counts and I believe at the end of the day she will be fully vindicated.” Susan Haynie, 62, was booked of official misconduct for “knowingly and intentionally” into Palm Beach County Jail The ethics board found that she on allegations of official mis- falsifying her financial intervoted on projects that her fam- conduct, perjury, misuse of ests forms for 2014, 2015 and ily was receiving money from. public office and other charg- 2016 for “omitting the fact that according to an arrest reThe conflict was between Boca es, she was being compensated by port. Photo courtesy of PBSO. developer James Batmasian and James and Marta Batmasian the Haynies. and their business,” the arrest report states. Haynie voted on multiple projects that benefited Batmasian without disclosing the business link between her and Batmasian, according to both investigations, ethics and criminal. She cited a county ethics ruling and the advice of the city attorney for not filling

She is charged with perjury in an official proceeding where the report states she gave false information under oath on Jan. 17. Haynie swore under oath her husband was not paid for work he did installing surveil-

lance cameras on the Batmasian’s property while Marta Batmasian said he did and was paid for the work, according to the probable cause affidavit. The other charges of misuse of public office, corrupt misuse of official position and disclosure of voting conflicts all relate to the same relationship between Community Reliance and Investments Limited. The report highlights four votes Haynie made on Batmasian projects, one in 2016 and three in 2017. The report states in 2016, the Haynies’ business received $77,843 and $38,835 in 2016 from the Batmasians. Investigators subpoenaed bank records from accounts Haynie shared with her husband. Between 2014-2017, the report states she received personal checks from outside businesses totaling more than $335,000. It is unclear if she will resign from her post as mayor, but she has withdrawn as a candidate for Palm Beach County Commission.

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Council Corner

Updates on Boca’s new public School and enhanced green space By: Deputy Mayor Scott Singer Special to the Boca Newspaper This Council Corner features an update on the fast and strong progress on the first new public school in Boca Raton in decades and an update on the progress on our waterfront parks. We have great news for residents on how more than 1,600 student seats are scheduled to be added to our public schools and enhancement of boating, kayaking, and waterfront recreation for all residents. Since I first proposed locating a new school in Boca Raton on surplus land not planned for any specific use, the City of Boca Raton and School District have been moving with great speed. As a recap, back in December, plans to build a new elementary school in the School District’s budget, referred to as 05-C, in western Palm Beach County fell through. I first proposed the city consider seize the moment and consider letting the District build on our City-owned land adjacent to Don Estridge Middle School on nearly 14 acres of unused land. The City Council unanimously supported my resolution in January. Since then, the School District has moved quickly. With-

in two months, the School District not only issued a solicitation for designers to develop plans, it expedited the process to choose a bidder so that work could proceed quickly, with an eye toward getting this school open by fall 2020. The District also submitted its plans to state authorities, and I’ve been working with the District and our state lobbyists to do all we can to make sure plans proceed apace. Why is this so important and great? First, Boca Raton through quick action - is slated to get a school we would not have gotten at all. Next, we are on pace to get it within two years, instead of the more standard five or more years required for a project of this scope. The timing of this school is also critical, because it will avoid having to move Addison Mizner Elementary students to Verde Elementary while Addison Mizner is rebuilt. Not only will this let AMES students enjoy a new school sooner and closer to home, it will now allow Verde Elementary to be rebuilt as a K-8, instead of a K-5. These moves, along with planned expansion at Spanish River, will significantly increase capacity for Boca students. This is all great news for the city, so please spread the word and contact me at scott@singerforboca.com with any questions or thoughts.

OP/ED: More elections on horizon By: Former Boca councilman Robert Weinroth Special to the Boca and Delray newspapers Bet you’re happy to have gotten through the most recent municipal election cycle. Changes in the composition of the Delray Beach City Commission and the Boca Raton City Council will have an impact on the residents of each city as the government bodies undergo the changes resulting from the changes.

concluded but candidates abound for the offices we will be voting on in August and November.

With only five voting members, the change of just one member can have a profound impact inasmuch as most items addressed by these bodies will pass or fail on three votes.

The November (General) election promises to be one that will test the voters’ mettle. In addition to a contest which will include incumbent Democratic US Senator Bill Nelson being challenged by Republican Governor Rick Scott, the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Governor’s Cabinet (Attorney General, Chief Financial Officer and State Commissioner of Agriculture) are all up for election with only the incumbent CFO, Jimmy Patronis, eligible to seek re-election (having been appointed to the unexpired term of former CFO Jeff Atwater, now a member of the team at Florida Atlantic University).

Time will tell how these reconfigured bodies will begin to shift. However, Delray Beach has already seen the Commission take the decisive step of dismissing the appointed members of its CRA and following the lead of Boca Raton whereby the elected leaders will now do double duty on the Commission and as CRA board members. The municipal election season may have

The August election (just 4 months off) doubles as a Primary and Judicial election. With potentially elections to select nine Circuit Judges and eight County Judge sitting within the 15th Judicial Circuit (Palm Beach County) on the August ballot. Where no judicial candidate receives 50 percent +1 vote, the highest two candidates will appear on the November ballot in a run-off.

Now for the waterfront. Many of the Boca Newspaper’s regular readers know about the city’s plans to restore the long-silted canoe and kayak trails at Lake Wyman and Rutherford Parks and the boardwalk and other park areas. Those plans are progressing. At a recent outreach session, many residents expressed concerns about motorized boat launches at that site. As a result, the city’s plans will not exclude them from there, instead focusing on non-motorized launches and the more passive environment in the area. I am dedicated to improving boat launch facilities, and the city is now looking at plans to enhance the ramp at Silver Palm Park, where a vast majority of motor boaters stated they prefer to use to get in the water. Work continues on the Wildflower site. This project is near to my heart, going back to the 2016, when I was the lone City Council member to advocate for a site that would provide urban green space and integrate with Silver Palm Park, providing six acres of prime waterfront connecting our beaches and downtown. At my urging, the city has been proceeding with plans for a waterfront promenade linking both sites, which was the most popular concept to come out of the largest-ever public forum on these sites, one I hosted in 2016 with architects and residents. I’m glad to see how plans have taken shape on this site, since I first pushed for it to be opened to residents in time for the boat parade in 2016. Please stay tuned for our next public outreach, and contact me at any time at scott@singerforboca.com. I’m running to serve as Boca’s next Mayor to keep serving our residents with vision and action to improve our quality of life - from schools to green space and much, much more. Hope to hear from you.

Going down the ballet, State Senator Bobby Powell (D-SD-30) is up for reelection and all State Representatives (including three open seats with Senator Abruzzo (D-HD-81) not running for reelection; term-limited Rep Bill Hager (RHD-89) and HD-90, recently vacated by Senator Lori Berman in preparation for her winning campaign to replace former Senator Jeff Clemens. The County Commission (open seats in District 2 and District 4 due to term limits), School Board and Greater Boca Raton Beach & Park District will likely appear on both the August and November ballot. All this will make for a long ballot but we aren’t through. In addition to several ballot questions coming from the state legislature and, possibly the county, the real headache for voters will result from the ballot questions generated by the Constitution Revision Commission. The CRC process was created when Florida overhauled its constitution in 1968. The 37-member Commission is convened every 20 years and is empowered to submit proposed constitutional amendments directly to the voters. The problem is there will likely be 17 ballot questions generated by the Commission. Voters may want consider requesting a Vote by Mail Ballot to avoid the anticipated long lines and to have ample

time to read, digest and vote on the proposed amendments. The proposed amendments must be filed with the Secretary of State no later than 180 days before the General Election on Nov. 6. To learn more about the process and the proposed amendments, go to www.PrtiectFLDemocracy.org.

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Jeff Perlman, Editor-in-Chief and Principal Scott Porten, Chief-Financial-Officer and Principal Craig Agranoff, Content Director and Principal Fran Marincola, Adviser and Principal Marisa Herman, Associate Editor Kelly McCabe, Account Manager

YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER | MAY 2018

S OF ALL AGE D I K R O F N A M E S O N F R E E P L AY ~ N O C O I N S N E E D S ! FU ED ALL G EAT | DRINK | PLAY

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The Coolest Place on Earth! PAY TO PLAY! GREAT FOOD SERVED ALL DAY & LATE NIGHT

10" x 11.5" Rear Page Ad Size (Live Area)

EXPANDED HOURS! OPEN DAILY FROM

11AM–2AM!

(STARTS DECEMBER 1ST)

10.5" x 11.875" Rear Page Trim

NOW WITH 2 FULL BARS! 10.875" x 12.25" Rear Page Bleed HAPPY HOUR: Monday thru Friday, 4pm–7pm (Bleeds Bottom & Right)

COME ENJOY OUR BLUE BAR, NO COVER NEEDED

BES

T ASBURY PARK PARTY STAGE NOWDay OPEN! Sunday: Family (Half Day) V ENUE IN Live Music Thursday, up to 4 people $25, all additional Friday= & Saturday Nights! $5 each

ART YOU CAN INTERACT WITH™

TOWN Tuesday:PLAY Couple’s Night THE TOP 2002 for $20

Beer · Wine · Come Enjoy Our Great Food! Lunch and Dinner Served Daily Until Close! Perfect for Groups & Parties

Try a World Famous Tomato Pie!

Happy Hour Price & Lunch Special Price $5

(5 TO 280 GU

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All Games On Free Play With Entry Pass ~ No Coins Needed

IDAY MONDAY-FR M P 7 IL T N U

Full Bar: Beer · Wine Liquor · Great Food Late Night Food Served Every Night

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(right off of Atlantic Ave.)

561-266-3294 19 NE 3rd Ave. · Delray Beach · 561-266-3294 ART YOU CAN INTERACT WITH™

(right off of Atlantic Ave.) · Hours: 11am-2am Every Day www.silverballmuseum.com

FUN FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES!

PLAY THE TOP 200 BLUE BAR (NO COVER) Y AND ARCADE ALL-DAPINBALL HAPPY HOUR!GAMES OF ALL-TIME!

19 NE 3rd Ave. · Delray Beach Sun.-Thurs. 11am–12am · Fri. & Sat. 11am–2am Expandedwww.silverballmuseum.com Hours Begin 12/01/2017 (Open Daily 11am–2am)

PINBALL AND ARCADE GAMES OF ALL TIME!

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SILVERBALL MUSEUM · 561-266-3294 SILVERBALL MUSEUM · 561-266-3294

With this coupon. Not valid with other offers or prior purchases. Expires 1-31-18. With this coupon. Valid only at Delray Beach location. Not valid with other offers or prior purchases. Expires 6-30-18.