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BOCA/DELRAY LIFE MAGAZINE is published monthly by Life Media, 3511 West Commercial Boulevard, Suite 200, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. 954.377.9470 fax: 9954.617.9110 e-mail: info@ lifepubs.com & is DIRECTmailed into EVERY residence in 57 prestigious communities in the cities of Boca Raton & Delray Beach (list available upon request), hand delivered to hundreds of businesses in ea. city. Plus an add’l 7,000 magazines are bulk-dropped to high traﬃc locations incl. restaurants, banks, professional oﬃces, car dealers, markets & over 350 advertisers in the “Life” family of advertisers of Parkland Life, Coconut Creek Life & now BocaDelray Life. Copyright 2013 Life Media BOCA/DELRAY LIFE MAGAZINE. All rights reserved. Reproduction, either in whole or in part is forbidden without written permission from the publisher. The publisher reserves the right to edit submissions & reject any material deemed unsuitable for publication.

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WAY TO GROW Vegetable Gardening in South Florida RESTAURANT REVIEW “New American” Cuisine Taken to Delicious New Heights IN SEARCH OF A GREAT COMMUNICATOR Fallout from FAU’s Year of Trouble Continues

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“LIFE”TIMES Galas, Openings, Local News & Happy Stuff!!

TRAVELWISE Disney World: A Magical Place

GOOD EATS/ DINING GUIDE Pages & Pages of Bistros, Bars and Eateries!

SCHOOL LIFE The ABCs on Local Schools

THE SPORTING LIFE News from the Local Sports Scene

“LIFE”TIMES/PETS Fall in Love with a Homeless Pet!

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By Sally Nicholas

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Some say it takes a village, and indeed it does. We at Life Publications are a community of people truly invested in being the best at what we do—which is to provide you, the reader, with a monthly community magazine that features stories which are real, relevant and smart. And entertaining, of course.

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s the new publisher for Life Publications, I’m delighted to be given the privilege of taking the helm of this magazine. After years in the magazine industry, it’s particularly refreshing to have the opportunity to make real connections with the community and readers that we serve. I’d like to use this first column (you’ll be hearing from me every month) to let you know my philosophy of how a magazine should serve its audience. Life Publications has built its success on being an important source of relevant, useful information that touches all aspects of our readers’ lives. It’s my belief that while the readers we reach may think globally, they act locally. In this sense, this magazine is very much a community project, and that is no small role to play. What I mean by that, and why that is so important, is that today we are becoming more and more aware of the impact of community. Call it the power of grass roots. One person’s belief—or the beliefs of a small group of dedicated citizens—can induce a sea of change. Or course, community means different things to different people. At Life Publications, we naturally want to look at the fun side of life, as well as the touching, personal stories within our local community. But we also want to tackle some of the more serious issues that we know you, the citizen readers, are engaged in. This is where I ask you, the reader, to tell us what you want to see in the magazine. In coming months, we will be providing you with numerous opportunities to participate and engage with Life Publications. In the meantime, however, if there is something

you want to see covered—or there is a compelling story you want to share—we want to know about it. Please feel free to email us at mystory@lifepublications.com. We’ll do our best to act on your input. Some say it takes a village, and indeed it does. We at Life Publications are a community of people truly invested in being the best at what we do—which is to provide you, the reader, with a monthly community magazine that features stories which are real, relevant and smart. And entertaining, of course. In the end, this magazine is your magazine. It’s all about you—where you live, where you go and what you do. So come along with us and enjoy the ride. Sally Nicholas Publisher

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On the evening of Saturday, August 3, the Boca Raton Resort & Club’s Mizner Center presented one of the events of the month-long happenings of Boca Festival Days—Wine & All that Jazz, sponsored by the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce and the Boca Resort. Entertainment was provided by All Genres and singer Alex making this one of the most unforgettable events of the season. A dance floor was available for all who wanted to trip the light fantastic. This is one of Florida’s largest wine tasting parties and what a party it was. There were over 100 fine wines featured for guests to taste as they listened to jazz, danced and enjoyed the hors d’ oeuvres. The Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce had over 30 events scheduled throughout the month of August. Non-profit organizations and businesses team up during this time to sponsor events for the entire community. For information about any upcoming events call 561.395.4433 or visit www. bocaratonchamber.com.

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Optimal Health

“Everyone tells me how great I look for my age, but I don’t feel great inside.” Celeste did look great, either from her modelesque figure, breast implants, Botox, or the combination of all three. Looking at her new patient questionnaire, however, I had to agree, she wasn’t as healthy as she looked. Celeste continued, “My friend Jena raves about you and handed me one of your brochures. She said you made her feel twenty years younger. I want to get what she’s getting!” “Patient-to-patient referral has always been my best source of new patients, but rather than ‘selling the same program’ of tests, supplements, and hormones to everybody, whether they need it or not, I do what a board-certified physician is trained to do, I evaluate each patient individually. Tell me, if there was a miracle tonight, what would be different tomorrow?” “How about tonight? I’d sleep. It seems that I’m up at 3:15 like clockwork every morning to pee, and then I can’t get back to sleep until hours later. And when I wake up for real, I’m destroyed.” “God created night then day; night came first because it’s so important. I want you to wake up fully refreshed, anticipating your day.” “How can I look forward to things when my clothes don’t fit, I need to use hair extensions and acrylics, everything I eat bloats me to where I’m 5-months pregnant, and my girlfriends have more libido towards my husband than I do?” Luckily, not only do I have 80+ minutes to spend with new patients, I also had a box of tissues to hand to Celeste. “All of this is fixable. Instead of using ‘pharmacy’ (or ‘green pharmacy’ of vitamins and hormones) to cover up your symptoms, I prefer a Functional Medicine approach to make your body work properly, the way it did in your 20’s.” “Just up to a few years ago, I was able to eat great tasting food without running to the bathroom, drink champagne at charity events, and still be able to play tennis the next day. Now I’m just spent.” “I’ve seen all this before, and I’m confident we can get you back to optimum health. Let’s finish off our assessment. Besides my history and physical exam, there are some tests I need. Even though you have a concierge physician who did a screening panel, I need to look in depth at your adrenals, thyroid, and other hormones. Food allergies and dysbiosis (bad bacteria in your gut) can cause that bloating, and vitamin insufficiencies are common enough that we have to test for those as well.” “Anything we can start off now?” “Yes! I’ve been practicing this way for over a dozen years, and based upon what I know now, we can start with a little of everything: behavior changes, diet, exercise, supplements, stuff like that.” I continued, “You don’t have to change your life drastically, but little things will make a big difference.” “Like what?” BOCADELRAY LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013

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I do offer injections of vitamins, minerals, glutathione, and other nutrients.

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“You already take baths, so we’re going to add Epsom Salts (to absorb magnesium through your skin) to make your skin less dry, your muscles less achy, and your sleep better. I have a ‘detox diet’ handout that mentions safe foods to eat, but if you just think ‘protein and colorful vegetables and fruits’, you’ll do okay. Before you leave, I’ll teach you a stretch that decreases that ‘pouch’ at your beltline, and there are a few vitamins that are so obvious for you to start with (but safe to take too).” “But what about that IV therapy that Jena told me about?” “When patients are really sick, or are trying to get the most optimal results yesterday, I do offer injections of vitamins, minerals, glutathione, and other nutrients. For example, iron injections rapidly help hair growth, brittle nails, fatigue, memory/concentration, and muscle cramps (restless legs).” Celeste’s testing did show causes for all her symptoms and on her second visit, a plan specific to her was put in place. Three months later, she was glowing and her visits were now spaced out to where she only had to be seen once every six months. “Next week you get to see both my husband and daughter. I just booked a family trip to tour the volcanoes in Hawaii. I need them to keep up with me.”

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Awesome, Artsy, Aussie:

Boca’s Lady From Down Under

Artist Romaine Kaufman of Boca Raton

By Halli Moore

Usually painting in the style of the Aborigines, Boca Pointe resident Romaine Kaufman, who’s originally from Australia, has now switched to Abstract Expressionism. Patch Reef Park in Boca Raton recently had an exhibition of Romaine’s painting, which was very well received. Romaine’s paintings reﬂect the kind of person she is: joyful, colorful, even mysterious. You can see certain things in her paintings like an eye placed in the

middle of a splash of color, a face looking at you from behind what looks like a storm, and many other interesting things. Romaine says she is concerned with arranging a variety of colors in diﬀerent formations. Jagged shapes and encrusted surfaces suggest some geological formations. She uses a palette knife more often than a brush and slathers and molds the pigments instead of dabbing and blending them. Some of her paintings are characterized by

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Dr. Jessica White Medical Degree: Dr. White completed her undergraduate studies at Barnard College in NYC where she earned a B.A. in Psychology. She obtained her medical degree at The Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia PA.

Tickets are on sale now for the 8th Annual Pink Ribbon Luncheon, a celebration of the hard-working volunteers who helped pass Florida’s monumental oral chemotherapy parity law, while informing the public about what the new law means for cancer patients. Please join Dr. Louise Morrell, medical director of The Lynn Cancer Institute in Boca, community leaders, volunteers, and breast cancer survivors at the “New Choices, New Hope” event, Wednesday, October 9 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Woodfield Country Club, 3650 Club Place, Boca Raton. Event tickets are $125 before Sept. 3 and $135 after Sept. 3. Proceeds from the luncheon benefit Susan G. Komen South Florida. Visit www.komensouthflorida.org/2013PRL for more information or call Amanda Allen at 561.514.3020 ext. 10.

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seemingly wild brush strokes and strident colors, while their subject matter has a high degree of simpliﬁcation and abstraction. Romaine’s paintings have been exhibited in Australia’s most prominent galleries. Learn more about this talented local artist at her website: romainekaufman. com.

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Where the Wild Things Are – Nonnative Pet Amnesty Day Held at SNC – Sept. 21

People who have exotic pets they can no longer handle will have a chance to do what is best for the animals during Nonnative Pet Amnesty Day; an effort to keep unwanted exotic pets out of Florida’s native ecosystems. The FWC and the Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital will host Exotic Pet Amnesty Day, Saturday Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Sawgrass Nature Center, 3000 Sportsplex Dr. in Coral Springs (at Sportsplex Park). Exotic reptiles, amphibians, birds, fish, and mammals will be accepted; domestic pets (cats and dogs) will not be accepted. It’s free of charge and there are no penalties. Penalties for not having the proper license will also be waived. The event is free and everyone is welcome to attend. Kids and families can see exotic animals up close and learn about nonnative species issues. Animal experts will be on hand to answer questions and help teach people how to be responsible pet owners. A veterinarian will examine each animal, and the healthy animals will be placed with pre-qualified adopters. Pet owners/ surrenders and adopters will also have a chance to visit the wildlife exhibits at the Sawgrass Nature Center. If you’re an experienced exotic pet owner interested in adopting any of the pets that are being surrendered, you must register before the event at the Florida Fish and Wildlife website or go to www.myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/ nonnatives/nonnative-pet-adopter/. To learn more, call 954.752.WILD. BOCADELRAY LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013

Maxim Boutique Expands,

Bringing Fashionable Finds to Parkland

Ladies, want to look your best this fall? Come to Maxim Boutique, a place that is synonymous with style, sophistication and savings. Formerly located at the Mission Bay Plaza in Boca Raton, Maxim has recently expanded to the Waterways Shoppes at 7637 N. State Rd. 7 in Parkland. Far from your run of the mill women’s fashion boutique, Maxim is a haven for the female shopper in search of her individuality. With its trend-setting styles and hard to find gems, Maxim is also a Brighton Collectibles specialty retail store that is chock-full of exclusive and hard-to-find trappings that cater to the most discerning shopper. Owned and operated by Parkland’s very own fashionista Rachel Lam who possesses decades of fashion experience and personally hand picks each article in her store. “When you walk into Maxim, you will realize immediately that we are different,” said this former model and mother of two. “We are very personal because fashion is intimate. We also understand how busy today’s women are with endless responsibilities and little time to attend to their own fashion needs. Therefore, Maxim was created with you in mind.” For more info, look for Maxim on Facebook or call 954.255.7858. delray_life_2.33 x 2.75_vs2.pdf

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By Carol Brown

Vegetable Gardening IN SOUTH FLORIDA Homegrown vegetables are superior in freshness, taste and nutrition. So why not try your hand in the backyard garden?

magine a mouth-watering salad with juicy, vineripened tomatoes mixed with exotic baby microgreens, radicchio and rainbow-colored Swiss chard topped with tangy radishes, organic cucumbers and scallions. Or, how about a delectable side of fresh broccoli, snowy white cauliﬂower or succulent peas and carrots just bursting with ﬂavor?

Carol Brown is the President of the Boca Raton Garden Club, which meets on the �irst Tuesday of the month. Carol is an avid gardener, a dollhouse miniaturist and has a degree in Journalism. To learn more about vegetable gardening, horticulture, �loral design, or the Club’s meetings, visit www. bocaratongardenclub.org.

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No, you’re not eating brunch at an expensive eatery. These are culinary delights that you could whip up using fresh vegetables growing in your own backyard. There is nothing more rewarding than growing your own fresh vegetables. The combination of vibrant colors and aromas provides a feast for your eyes as well as your palate—not to mention beneﬁts for your health. Fall is approaching and that’s the perfect time to plant your vegetable garden in South Florida. Here are a few easy steps to help you get started. First choose a site that gets plenty of sunlight and is well drained. Ideally it should be close to your home and to a water source, Continued on next page

Carol Brown, President of the Boca Raton Garden Club, grows lettuce, carrots, zucchini and beans (just to name a few!) in her home garden

There is nothing more rewarding than growing your own fresh vegetables. The combination of vibrant colors and aromas provides a feast for your eyes as well as your palate.

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Vegetables That Do Well in South Florida Broccoli Peppers Tomatoes Carrots Radishes Leaf Lettuce

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Onions Celery Cauliﬂower Spinach Swiss chard Peas

Scallions Pole beans Cabbage Kale Leeks Romaine

Turnips Tomatillos Arugula Radicchio

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You can grow produce for a fraction of the cost of buying it at a gourmet market. And, the taste will just knock your socks oﬀ!

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and receive at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. Next consider what your planting source will be. You can either grow your vegetables from seed or starter plants. There are advantages to both. If you start from seed, the sky’s the limit with what you have to choose from but you’ll have both a longer growing period and waiting time before you can harvest. On the other hand, starter plants give you instant gratification along with a head start on your growing season, but you’ll have less of a selection. You also need to decide if you want to grow your plants in beds or containers. Container gardening is terrific if you have limited space or live in an apartment or condo. The plants are easy to move, which makes it simpler to find ideal growing conditions. Container types are limited only by your imagination. You can use pots, cans, buckets, recyclable bins, ice chests, inflatable swimming pools or even old bathtubs, as long you have the proper drainage. Vegetables that are susceptible to diseases and nematodes, like tomatoes and peppers, typically do better in containers. Or, you may choose to grow your plants in raised beds. These provide good drainage and act as a barricade to pests like snails and slugs as well as invading weeds. Roots will grow further into the ground to access helpful nutrients since the beds don‘t have bottoms. No matter which method you choose you should improve or “amend” the soil at least three weeks before planting by adding organic matter such as manure, compost or commercial potting soil mixes. It’s also important to apply fertilizer, such as 6-6-6 or 10-10-10, to provide a nutrient boost to your garden plot before planting. You should continue to fertilize once a month during the growing season. Vegetables that do well in south Florida include broccoli, peppers, tomatoes, carrots, radishes, leaf lettuce, Swiss chard, peas, scallions, pole beans, cabbage, onions, kale, leeks, cauliflower, spinach, romaine, turnips, tomatillos, arugula, celery and radicchio. Start planting in late September/early October, depending on the temperature. If it’s still very hot, wait a few weeks. You can continue planting heat-tolerant plants like peppers all the way through March. Plant celery in late fall and you’ll still be cutting stalks in May. Remember to stagger your plantings so you can enjoy multiple harvests. You also need a plan to combat both pests

and diseases—ideally without using chemicals. Carefully examine plants before buying them to ensure that they’re free of insects and disease symptoms like leaf spots or blights—and if possible, choose vegetable varieties known to be resistant to nematodes and diseases. Try planting flowers like marigolds, nasturtiums and sunflowers in your vegetable garden to provide nectar and pollen that attract beneficial insects. Pick your crop as soon as it ripens as over-ripe vegetables can attract more insects. Solarization can also help reduce nematodes. Cover your tilled soil with plastic for 4-6 weeks prior to planting and the sun’s energy will heat the soil and kill these unwanted pests. Pesticides should be used only as a last resort only when a serious problem exists. A few pests don’t mean you have an infestation. If you do use chemicals, carefully follow the directions for application as some can’t be used on vegetables. Use these tips and you’ll be well on your way to reaping the benefits of a vegetable grower! Gardening is great for your health as you’ll get fresh air, sunshine and exercise. The nutritional value of chemicalfree vegetables is unsurpassed. It’s also fantastic for your mental health and easy on your pocketbook. You can grow produce for a fraction of the cost of buying it at a gourmet market. And, the taste will just knock your socks off! Happy planting! ●

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By Stacey Fugere

Disney World A Magical Place

This month I wanted to feature the magic of Disney World. I have been many times but thought the best way to enlighten readers about Disney World would be to have my colleague, Stacey Fugere, give you the insight to Disney. Recently, she was named one of American Express’s Travel Insiders for Walt Disney World. As there are only 16 in the world, she feels pretty great about this and can ﬁnally use her years of Disney fanaticism to make your vacation the best it could possibly be. So read on for Stacey’s insider tips to the world of Disney.

ere in Florida we are a little bit spoiled. Not only are we super close to one of the world’s top attractions, but they also give us discounts to make it easier for us to go and enjoy! Walt Disney World ranks number 5 on the top 10 list by Yahoo of the country’s most popular destinations. Something I hear from friends and clients is that they have been there and done that. Why would they pay Disney prices for a day at the parks? I want to share with you some interesting experiences to consider the next time you are planning your Disney vacation.

Characters in Flight – A Hot air balloon ride at Downtown Disney which gives you a panoramic view of the entire Walt Disney World property. The best time to try and be on the hot air balloon? Fireworks time at the Magic Kingdom! ontinued on next page

Lori Kenner is a 25 year veteran in the travel industry. She is the owner of Woodmont Travel located at Boca Express Travel, 8177 Glades Road, Suite 14, Boca Raton, and can be reached by calling 561.451.1778 or via e-mail at lori@woodmonttravel.com.

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Keys to the Kingdom – A behind the scenes guided tour of the Magic Kingdom, which includes the service tunnels beneath the park and hearing the secrets of rides as you ride them. Behind the Seeds Tour – A personal favorite. I have always loved Living with the Land in the Land pavilion in EPCOT Center. At times I loved it because it was a great time to nap, and others because I love seeing the vegetables that they are growing/creating on property that they then serve in the Food Court in The Land pavilion! One trip, I surprised my husband with the Behind the Seeds tour. This is a walking tour through the greenhouses which the ride travels through. On this tour I ate both Mickey-ear-shaped cucumbers and the most incredible banana I have ever tasted (it was called an ice cream banana, but I’m not sure that’s the technical name). Watching Wishes from your Dinner Table - Two restaurants, Narcoosee’s and California Grill, offer great views of the fireworks and they also pipe in the sounds so you can have the whole experience, but enjoy your meal at the same time! Make sure your reservation is for at least 30-45 minutes before show time so you can be ready. Festivals for every Season - Walt Disney World has something for everyone. In the spring you can go to the Flower and Garden Festival. In the fall you can go to the Food and Wine Festival. In the winter you can do Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas and the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. Each of these festivals brings an entirely different look and feel to the parks. Make sure you check them out.

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And my last hidden experience for the day … Each year the Disney parks are home to many awesome races and challenges. The Disney Princess half marathon is the race that I ran this year. It was so much fun because throughout the 13.1 mile race course there were picture spots with characters! Deﬁnitely helps the miles ﬂy by! So next time you’re planning your Disney vacation, work in some of these experiences and see Disney like you’ve never seen it before! ●

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DINING WELL is one of “LIFE’s” great pleasures. On the following pages, we hope you’ll make some fabulous discoveries you might not have known about, or revisit some old favorites. Eat, drink, make merry and make each day a day to celebrate! See full menus and reviews at: www.lifepubs.com. ● DEER CREEK GRILLE - 2801 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd. , Deerfield Beach. 954.421.5553. Did you know the Deer Creek Grille is open to the public? ALL the privileges AND the perfect place for casual and fun dining. Located in the main clubhouse, the Grille serves creative cuisine, pub food and offers a full bar which is open to the public 365 days a year. Daily promotions and menu specials including an amazing Sunday Brunch and an inexpensive yet lovely lunch buffet are just some of the great values you will find here. Deer Creek Grille maintains friendly and attentive service and food that is consistently great. The chefs created a menu that is fresh and covers all palates and preferences. Although the food definitely speaks for itself, it would not be complete without its scenic and breathtaking waterfall patio, lush landscaping, and exotic gardens. The Grille Room is also a perfect place to host a private party or golf reception. Special menus and arrangements are customized to meet all of your event needs. The management and staff go the extra mile to ensure you and your guests receive V.I.P. treatment and your function is all you expect and more. Whether it is lunch after golf, an afternoon cocktail, or dinner under the stars, Deer Creek Grille is a local kept secret you do not want to miss!

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● ISLE CASINO AT POMPANO PARK - 777 Isle of Capri Circle, Pompano Beach. 954.972.2000 / www.theislepompanopark.com. Four great restaurants! Farraddays Steakhouse serves the finest steaks, prime rib and freshest seafood. Savor specialty cocktails, fine wines by the glass or classic martinis, but more importantly, share the fun ambiance with friends or family. Sixty wines under $60 and entrees starting at $17, Wednesday-Sunday, bar opens at 4pm, restaurant at 5:30pm. The Italian-themed restaurant, Bragozzo features fresh Italian cooking at approachable prices. Classic cooking methods such as wood-burning grills and ovens are used to create homemade dishes using imported Italian flour, tomatoes and herbs often grown on the Isle’s property. The Isle Buffet is available daily for lunch and dinner. Check out their Sunday champagne brunch and endless seafood buffet on Friday and Saturday nights. Myron’s Delicatessen is a New York-style deli with the best corned beef, pastrami and classic delicatessen fare. Call or visit their website for hours and menus. l

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restaurantreview

“New American” cuisine

taken to delicious new heights The ﬁrst thing you notice entering Piñon Grill are the dramatic silhouettes of two Native Americans against a back-lit glass ‘canvas’ of deep red. Those striking symbols, along with four large bronzed pine tree sculptures (piñon is Spanish for pine), telegraph the message: This is a house of American cuisine—albeit one of great sophistication. By J.P. Faber

Chilean Sea Bass Grilled Artichokes Crispy Crab Fritters

Piñon Grill Town Center 6000 Glades Road Boca Raton

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What Piñon has done is taken food favorites from the American culinary playbook and paired them with new flavors, enhancing the classic, traditional tastes and taking them in new directions. The results are novel, interesting and just down right superb. “We serve New American cuisine in the truest sense,” says Kevin Blair, Managing Director of Piñon Grill. “We take dishes that have, over the years, through America’s cultural melting pot, become beloved American mainstays, and combine them with the unique flavor profiles of foods that have since ‘immigrated’ here.” Our foray into their innovative menu began with grilled artichokes and crab fritters. The artichokes were paired with a southwest remoulade sauce, and had a terrific roasted flavor. The crispy crab cakes were even better, combining shrimp, crab and risotto in the ‘cakes,’ which were hidden in a nest of shredded, crispy phyllo dough and laced with a lobster ginger sauce. Scrumptious. For entrées we sampled three: Chilean sea bass with pesto, roast chicken with key lime sauce, and New Orleans pasta. The

Chilean sea bass was outstanding, moist and flaky, paired with Thai chili butter and fried onions that dramatically enhanced the taste, and accompanied by Parmesan new potatoes that could have stood alone. The roast chicken was fresh and saturated with flavor, and though we liked the cilantroinfused key lime sauce, we thought there could have been more. The New Orleans pasta turned out to be the showstopper—all the basics you associate with a Big Easy jambalaya, (shrimp, chicken, cooked tomatoes and Andouille sausage) mixed with penne pasta and blanketed with a light Cajun cream sauce. Out-of-this-world delicious. The menu is full of many more of these delightful upgrades to the American palate, including a marinated skirt steak with ginger soy marinade and grilled pineapple salsa; maple and bourbon brined pork chops; and the signature chef specialty, pecan-crusted trout, which is sautéed with a hint of wine and toasted in a clarified butter. Add to these concepts a studied emphasis on fresh, organic and locally grown ingredients, which makes even their simplest of dishes strikingly good. BOCADELRAY LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013

The dessert menu is thankfully limited to a few standouts (otherwise you could get into some real trouble), including a peanut butter pie and a ﬂourless chocolate & “cherried” waﬀle with ice cream. We indulged in the latter, an excellent choice, but almost too much after the lovely entrees we devoured. The ambiance, meanwhile, is rich and dark, with all seating in either full booths, or combinations of half-booths with chairs, so you feel you are really settling in for a leisurely dining experience. Beyond the Native Indians dancing against the red glass, there is a lot of recessed woodwork, stonewalls, even log ends as part of an esthetic that is formal yet reminiscent of the Prairie School of architecture from the American West. Considering the quality, pricing is also reasonable, with a good selection of wine by the glass. Piñon Grill is located at The Terrace of Town Center at Boca Raton, which is on the eastern side of the mall—which means easier parking and no crowds to wade through. Just one more reason to visit this shrine to New American cuisine. ● BOCADELRAY LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013

Piñon Interior Roasted Chicken with Key Lime Sauce Pecan Crusted Trout

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schoollife Calusa Elementary By Fran Glick We’ve made it through the first few weeks of school and now kick-off September, a very busy month for CES. We’re all settled in the back-to-school routine and are familiar with the expectations that will lead us toward a successful year. CES is very excited to work hands-on, side-by-side with our wonderful principal, Mrs. Jamie Wyatt and fantastic Assistant Principal, Mr. Chris Wotton. The PTA energetically supports the efforts of our enthusiastic and hard-working faculty and staff. The PTA subscribes to the notion that hands-on parental involvement with shared goals is the key to preparing students for academic success! As we bridge the back-to-school chapter and fall, the PTA invites parents to participate in Adopt-a-Class. It’s a great way to give back to CES. Families or businesses can make donations directly to the selected teachers or specialty area. Laurie Hochman, PTA president, welcomes all parents and community members to get involved in our school. Hochman says, “September can be a demanding and hectic time at school for kids and teachers. It may take a few weeks before everyone is accustomed to the school routine. But early parental involvement, right from the start, leads to greater school success.” The extra financial support is appreciated and highly needed. All supporters receive recognition for their donation. Please consider underwriting your child’s classroom in the Adopt-a-Class program. The PTA is busy getting ready for upcoming academic and social events. We are in the beginning stages of planning Tile Night and Calusa Carnival. Don’t forget to register your email at www.calusapta.com to get all notifications sent directly to your in-box. Thank you Lani Davis, PTA Membership Chair, for spearheading this year’s PTA membership drive. Lani welcomed families to school on August 16 for Meet the Teacher day. On behalf of CES, thank you Lani for your hard work over the summer and the start of school. Those who joined received a discount card for local merchants. Joining the PTA gives you a chance to help your school, while giving you the added bonus of receiving discounts for shopping and dining in our community. The Calusa discount card can be used at local retailers such as Casa L’Italien, Dunkin’ Donuts, Cowlicks, and many more. Thank you to all who stopped by and joined the PTA that afternoon. It’s never too late, so please sign up if haven’t yet done so. Important dates to remember: Monday, September 2—Labor Day, No School. Thursday, September 5—Fall Holiday, No School. See you in October!

Sandpiper Shores Elementary By Chantal Bayne September is here and the month is ﬁlled with fun and informative events for the whole family. We hope that the children have adjusted well and are now settled into their new classroom and that all the little worries have receded. Be sure your children are getting a good night’s sleep and eat a ‘’brainy’’ breakfast everyday to ensure a successful academic year. Adopt a Class program will begin in September which allows teachers to purchase much needed resources for their classroom. Remember that parents have a voice, so get involved. Our school can only be as good as the parents supporting it. Here are some important dates to remember: September 2: Labor Day Holiday - No School; September 9: Fall Holiday - No School; September 19: Early Release Day.

Waters Edge Elementary By Andy Raffa We want to wish a warm welcome to the new Waters Edge families and

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teachers that have joined us for the 201314 school year and welcome back to all the returning families. With all of our students settled into their classrooms and into the daily routine of back to school, the PTA, again led by Ryan Raffa, is hard at work to help create an incredible school year for Waters Edge. Our Family Activities Committee really knocked the ball out of the park with our Welcome Back Ice Cream Social on August 23. Our students got to cool off with some delicious treats in their very own Waters Edge ice cream helmets while being amazed by the magic of Gary Goodman. September is a busy month as we get the school year going and prepare for our first ever Boosterthon in October. Our Adopt-a-Class Program is in full swing. By “adopting” a class, your generous donations allow our teachers to increase their classroom budgets in order to purchase more educational materials for our students! Please support the Feed Our Community Food Drive by dropping off canned and non-perishable foods in the box outside the front office from September 9-15. Be sure to attend the Volunteer Orientation Breakfast/ General PTA Meeting on September 13 at 8:30am in the cafeteria. Find out all the great things your PTA has planned for this year. This meeting is important for anyone looking to volunteer at Waters Edge (Room Parents, copy moms, PTA volunteers, lunch helpers, etc.) as we will be going over policies and procedures for volunteering. Don’t forget … all volunteers MUST register at the front office and wait for approval before they begin volunteering. Mark your calendars for dinner on the 19th at California Pizza Kitchen for our first PTA Spirit Night of the year where a portion of all proceeds that night will be donated to Waters Edge PTA! September 27 will be our first “No Uniform Day” - for just one day and only $1, students can leave their uniforms at home and show their own personal style while supporting 5th grade activities! (No tank tops or open-toed shoes). Stay in the loop with everything Waters Edge PTA by logging on to the PTA website at www. myvlink.org/watersedge/. Last year, the launch of the website was a huge success, bridging the communication gap between the PTA and our families, allowing more volunteers than ever to help out at all of our amazing events! New this year is the Waters Edge PTA Facebook page! Be sure to like “Waters Edge PTA” on Facebook! We hope everyone is off to a great start this year! ● BOCADELRAY LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013

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thesportinglife By Lisa Oken

It’s September…

and that means it’s time to celebrate Labor Day with a family picnic at one of our beautiful parks! BocaDelray Life works darn hard to provide our area’s most comprehensive listings for all LOCAL sports so you can see what opportunities are out there for you and your kids! However, if you don’t see your group here, just let us know! Or…if you have questions on THESE programs, call the contacts directly or check their websites. And remember, it’s our pleasure to acknowledge your child’s sporting accomplishment, their team or any individual player. So if you have news or pictures, feel free to send them!! Contact us at info@lifepubs.com.

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Boca Raton Youth Baseball – A Cal Ripkin/Babe Ruth afﬁliated league for ages 7–16. Call 561.368.0317 or register online at www.bryb.org. West Boca Basketball –Fall season is underway. For more info contact Carolyn Kramer: 561.929.1671 / ckdl18@aol.com. Go to www.westbocabasketball.com. West Boca Youth Baseball – WBYB is a Pony baseball league for players ages 4–16. For more info visit www.westbocayouthbaseball.org. Basketball – Boca Hoops – Fall Season is underway. For ages 7–15. Call 561.395.7372 or visit www.bocahoops.com for info. Boca Flag Football & Cheerleading – Fall season underway. Visit www. bocafootball.com or call 561.868.2018. Boca Jets Lacrosse – Boys/girls in K–8 play at So. County Park and Patch Reef Park Contact www.bocajetslacrosse.com or call 561.368.5892. Hotline: 954.360.4333. Boca Jets Tackle Football/Cheerleading – For ages 6–15. Call 561.558.9735 or visit www.eteamz.com/bocajets for info on future season. West Boca Dragons Tackle, Flag & Cheerleading – Fall season is underway. Tackle football open to all no matter of weight, height or playing ability. No players are cut from the league. Every player has a starting offensive or defensive playing position. Two nights during the week & Saturday. Coaches & sponsors needed. Contact Glenn Remler at 561.376.6486 or glenn@westbocatacklefootball.com. www.westbocatacklefootball.com. Don Law Golf Center – Adult & junior lessons. Group or private. Adult/Junior Tournaments Jan.-April. Largest junior golf program in South FL. Two locations in Boca & Boynton. Call for info: 561.451.1128. Soccer – For boys & girls born between 8/1/86 & 7/31/01. 561.988.0010 / www.bocasoccer.com. Soccer-GBYSA – Season is underway. For registration information call 561.487.6914 or visit www.GBYSA.org. Softball – For ages 6–18. One weeknight practice & one Sat. game. 561.361.8477 / www.bocasoftball.com. West Boca Diamonds Girls’ Fastpitch Softball – For girls ages 5–16. Season is underway. Games are played at South County Regional Park. www. westbocadiamonds.com. Tim Huxhold Skate Park & Shufﬂeboard Courts – Skate Park participants must be 5-years-old to register. Under 18 must be registered by a parent or legal guardian. Helmets are required; wrist guards, elbow pads & mouth guard are recommended. 400 Crawford Blvd. Call 561.393.7818 for hours and fees. FLA Boca – Swim programs for ages 4 & older. Have fun while exercising in a team environment. Year-round program held Mon.-Fri. from 4:30-6:30pm. Bring your suit, goggles & a towel. Florida Atlantic University Aquatic Center, 777 Glades Rd., Boca Raton. www.FLAswim.com / 954.468.5590.

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Adult Softball Leagues – All games played at Miller Park, 1905 SW 4th Ave., Delray Beach. $450 per team. Co-ed League, a “D” league (recreational) & a BOCADELRAY LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013

“D” league (competitive). For info or to register, contact Tom Kwiatek at 561.243.7255 or e-mail kwiatek@mydelraybeach.com. American Junior League Baseball – For ages 13–14. Weekly games & tournaments. $25/per player. Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd St. Call 561.243.7356. American Little League Baseball – Minor League: ages 9–10; Major League: ages 11–12. Weekly games & tournaments. $25/per player. Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd St. Call 561.243.7356. National Little League Baseball of Delray – Ages 6–12. Season runs Sept.–Nov. at Miller Park, 1905 SW 4th Ave. www.delraybaseball. org. Basketball – Open to ages 5–15. $30 for Delray residents & $35/ non–residents. Call 561.243.7255. Fall Basketball League – Pompey Park Recreation Center. For more information call 561.243.7356 / 561.305.8571. Travel Basketball League – For ages 15 & under. The cost is $40 per player. Call David Ricks at 561.243.7356 or e–mail ricks@ci.delray– beach.ﬂ.us. Cheerleading – Delray Rocks Youth Cheerleading Squad for ages 8–15. Call David Ricks or Ben Leonard for info: 561.243.7356. Delray Beach Athletic Club – Including Delray Beach Lacrosse & Soccer Clubs – Recreational & competitive programs for boys & girls. Games played at Seacrest Soccer Complex, 2505 Seacrest Blvd., Delray Beach. Call 561.272.2500 or visit www.DelrayAC.com. 7-on-7 Adult Flag Football League – For adults 18 years & up at Hilltopper Stadium, 2501 Seacrest Blvd. The league will include 10 games & a championship game. 561.243.7255 / kwiatek@ mydelraybeach.com. Youth Flag Football League – “Let it Fly” 5 on 5 Flag Football league season has ended. Open to ages 5-15 with two age divisions at Pompey Park Ball Fields, 1101 NW 2nd St., Delray Beach. Call Kacy

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a Homeless Pet! It may not feel it outside, but summer is turning into fall this month so if you have room in your heart and home, go check out a local shelter or rescue and get ready to fall in love with a new four-legged friend! Want a little preview? Read on for local pet news and this month’s featured pets!

tJack is a 6-month-old, fun-loving lap kitty. He’s deﬁnitely a people pleaser and enjoys the company of other kitties and doggies. If you’re looking for a furry new friend that loves to cuddle, Jack is the boy for you! Jack is being fostered in Lake Worth. Contact Inga at Lady Luck Animal Rescue, Inc. via email at Inga@ladyluckanimalrescue. com, call 561.302.3624 or visit www. ladyluckanimalrescue.com.

uBeamer is about 6-months-old and was rescued from a high kill shelter. He is a super happy guy with a great big personality. If you’re the active, outdoorsy type, Beamer would make a great companion. He’s all play, athletic and will keep you laughing with his goofball antics. Beamer is being fostered in Lake Worth. Contact Inga at Lady Luck Animal Rescue, Inc. via email at Inga@ ladyluckanimalrescue.com, call 561.302.3624 or visit www. ladyluckanimalrescue.com.

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Tzu mix that’s about a year old. He had a terrible start to life as someone abandoned him in a dumpster. Luckily he was rescued by a good Samaritan and has a second chance to ﬁnd a loving home. Charly is 9 lbs. of sweetness and is great with kids. He can be a bit timid after all he’s been through, but with lots of TLC Charly will make a great new friend for any family.

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Charlie is being fostered in Pembroke Pines. Contact A Better Life Rescue by calling Cira at 305.978.0059 or Ellen at 954.540.7237, or ﬁle an online application at www.abetterlifepetrescue.com.

Contact Animal Aid in Oakland Park by calling 754.223.5378 or ﬁle an online application, including the name of the cat, at www. animal-aid.com/ cat_application.

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2013 Luminary Gala The Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce will celebrate & recognize 23

years of business excellence & leadership during an evening of great food, ﬁne wines, entertainment & dancing. 6:30 - 11 p.m. at the Delray Beach Marriott, 10 N. Ocean Blvd. Contact Sarah Vallely at 561.279.0907.

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Catch the comedian, actor & author on his ﬁrst ever world stand-up tour. $47.70. 7 p.m. at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Dr. 954.344.5990. www. coralspringscenterforthearts.com.

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5 – Boca Beach Explorers Come explore our shoreline and its critters. Ages 7-11. Meet at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 North Ocean Blvd. , Boca Raton; pick-up will be at Red Reef Park (weather permitting). $7 members & $10 non-members. Register: 561.544.8615. 5 – Diabetic Support Group Meeting Free. 1st Thursday of the month at 7:30pm at the Whitehall Boca Skilled Facility, 7300 Del Prado Circle South, Boca Raton. Leon Goldstein: 954.978.8086 or Murray Pincus: 561.706.9357. 6 – Zumba Gold Classes Begin Low impact ﬁtness program designed for active adults 55+. $5 per class for residents & $6 per class for nonresidents. Every Friday from 9:3010:30am at Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st St. Register: 561.243.7350 / roland@ mydelraybeach.com. 6 – Happy Grandparents’ Day Celebrate your grandparents with stories, songs, games, & make a craft to give as a gift. Ages 3-6. 11am at the Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Rd. , Delray Beach. Preregister: 561.894.7500. 7 – Cool Saturdays Summer Special (also & 9/21). Explore the whimsical house & nature trails & feast on food from food trucks. Half price admission: $10 for adults & free for kids 12 & under from 9am to 4pm on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month thru 9/21 at Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, 900 North Birch Rd. , Ft. Lauderdale. BonnetHouse.org. 12 – Boca Raton Orchid Society Guest speaker Dee Vance will discuss The History, Beneﬁts & Uses of Old Cypress Wood. Open to members & 1st time guests. 7:30pm on the 2nd Thurs. each month at Safe Schools Institute, 1790 Spanish River Blvd. 561.395.2145 / www.brosonline.org. 17 – Free Arthritis Support/Education Groups 3rd Tuesday of the month from 7-8:30pm at Fair Oaks Pavilion, 5440 Linton Blvd. , Delray Beach. 561.742.5805. 19 – Fall Fun! Enjoy the start of the autumn season with stories, movies,

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music, & a craft. Ages 4-7. 4pm at the Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Rd. , Delray Beach. Preregister: 561.894.7500. 20 – WITVA (Women in the Visual Arts) Meeting Meets the 3rd Friday of the month at noon at Sugar Sand Park Recreation Center, 300 S Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561.504.9143. 21 – Scleroderma Foundation of Southeast Florida Palm Beach Support Group Meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 11am-1pm at the Boynton Beach New Church, 10621 El Clair Ranch Rd. Rachel Ebert 561.279.1021 or Ann Potts 561.367.3909. 21 – International Coastal Cleanup Gumbo Limbo will lead beach & mangrove clean-up efforts in Boca Raton. Supplies provided. All ages welcome. 9am, call for meeting location & to register: 561.544.8615. 21 – 2013 Luminary Gala The Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce will celebrate & recognize 23 years of business excellence & leadership during an evening of great food, fine wines, entertainment & dancing. 6:30-11pm at the Delray Beach Marriott, 10 N. Ocean Blvd. Contact Sarah Vallely at 561.279.0907. 22 – Russell Brand: Messiah Complex Catch the comedian, actor & author on his first ever world stand-up tour. $47.70. 7pm at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Dr. 954.344.5990 /www. coralspringscenterforthearts.com. 23 – Retired Educator’s Social Club Speaker Derek Davis, Curator Old Dillard Museum, will present ”500 Years of Florida History from AfricanAmerican Perspective.” Free. New members & the public are welcome. 12pm at Stratford Court, 6343 Via de Sonrisa del Sur, Boca Raton. 954.255.6360 / 561.483.5445. 27 – Shots for Soles 1st Annual Charity Golf & Dinner Classic. Benefits In Jacob’s Shoes. 1pm Shotgun Start at

Stonebridge Golf & Country Club in Boca Raton followed by dinner & awards at 5:30pm. 954.757.9030 / www. injacobsshoes.org. 28 – Beach Ball Bash Celebrate the end of summer with one last hurrah! Have fun with games using beach balls, silly summertime music, & a sandy story or two. Ages 1-3. 11am at the Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Rd. , Delray Beach. Preregister: 561.894.7500. 30 – Book Event with the National League of American Pen Women. Four local authors will discuss their books. Q&A & sale to follow. 2pm at Hagen Ranch Road Branch Library, 14350 Hagen Ranch Rd. , Delray Beach. 561.894.7500. 30 – Hooked on Crochet Learn the fundamentals or work on current projects. For all skill levels. Bring a crochet hook and yarn. 2pm at the Glades Road Branch Library, 20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton. Preregister: 561.482.4554.

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1 – Boca Raton Garden Club Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month. www. bocaratongardenclub.org. 3 – 2nd Annual Girls, Pearls, Hats & Heels Shopping, silent auction items, lunch & complimentary bubbly. $45; beneﬁt the Delray Beach Public Library & the Bethesda Hospital Foundation for breast cancer treatment & educational programs. 11am–2pm at Quail Ridge County Club, 3715 Golf Rd. , Boynton Beach. 561.266.0775 / www.delraylibrary. org. 3 – Read for the Record Event Sponsored by the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County. A national celebration where adults read the same book to children on the same day across the country. Read Otis by Loren Long to children in your care, & bring them to story time at 10am at the Everglades Farm Equipment Company, 13295 Southern Blvd. , Loxahatchee, followed by a visit next door with animals at the Farmer’s Daughter Produce Market. 561.767.3359 / literacypbc.org. 5 – 2013 Golf Classic: The Mayors’ Challenge with the Sister Cities of Delray Beach. Registration begins at 7:15am followed by an 8am scramble/ shotgun at Delray Beach Golf Club, BOCADELRAY LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013

2200 Highland Ave. Awards luncheon follows tournament. $75 entry fee. Registration forms available at City Hall, 100 NW 1st Ave. or online at www.sistercitiesofdelraybeach.org. 561.243.7011. 5 – Black & White Masquerade Gala Cocktail reception, silent auction, dinner, dancing & a tribute to two honorees. $175. Beneﬁts Habitat for Humanity of South Palm Beach County. 6:30pm at the Boca Raton Marriott at Boca Center. www. habitatsouthpalmbeach.org.

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Adult Children of Alcoholics Group facilitated by licensed psychotherapist on Tuesdays from 11am-12:30pm at the About Life Design Center, 399 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd. , Suite 210, Boca Raton. $50 per week. Contact Argie Spuck, LCSW at 954.822.9793. Alzheimer’s Association’s Caregiver Support Group Designed to provide emotional, educational & social support for caregivers. Participants develop methods & skills to solve problems, & the group encourages caregivers to maintain their own personal, physical, & emotional health while optimally caring for the person with dementia. Meets the ﬁrst Monday of each month at Amazing Age Adult Day Stay, 7306A West Atlantic Blvd. , Margate. Call Peggy Ogle at 954.970.9185 or visit www. amazing-age.com. Codependent Parents of Adult Children Group facilitated by licensed psychotherapist on Tuesdays from 1-2:30pm at the About Life Design Center, 399 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd. , Suite 210, Boca Raton. $50 per week. Contact Argie Spuck, LCSW at 954.822.9793. Hospice by the Sea Volunteers with good customer service skills are needed for Hospitality/Information Desk at Boca Care Center & Thrift Shop in Boca Raton. Other opportunities available, visiting patients & families & administrative oﬃce positions in Palm Beach & Broward Counties. 561.416.5040 / volunteer@hbts.org. Hurricane Harmonizers are seeking new members for Men’s Barbershop Chorus. The group performs throughout Palm Beach & Broward Counties. Being able BOCADELRAY LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013

to read music is not necessary. Practice & open rehearsals at Spanish River HS, music room 3000, Boca Raton, Mondays at 7pm. 561.852.0027/www. hurricaneharmonizers.com. Infant & Pregnancy Loss Support Time Heals oﬀers FREE support to people who have experienced pregnancy and/ or infant loss as a result of miscarriage, stillbirth, ectopic pregnancy, SIDS & other causes. Meets monthly at the Boca Glades Branch Library. For meeting dates or to request a FREE book, call Daisy at 954.673.8245, email timeheals@comcast. net, or visit www.timeheals.net. Partners of Sex Addicts Group facilitated by licensed psychotherapist on Tuesdays from 9-10:30am at the About Life Design Center, 399 N.W. Boca Raton Blvd. Suite 210, Boca Raton. $50 per week. Contact Argie Spuck, LCSW at 954.822.9793. Rotary Club of Boca Raton-Sunrise Meets Thurs. at 7:30am at the Renaissance Hotel on 19th St.in Boca Raton. 561.706.5751. Silver Fox Club Active, fun loving people ages 50+ can have a “wild,” adventurous & mind stimulating time with the Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital (3000 Sportsplex Dr. , Coral Springs). 954.752.9453 / Sawgrassnaturecenter.org. Sunday Circles with the Friendship Circle of North Broward & South Palm Beach Music & movement, crafts, baking & more for children with special needs & their families. Kids will “visit” a diﬀerent country each class, do activities based on that place & learn about their culture. Every other Sunday from 3:30-5pm. RSVP: Floridafriendshipcircle@gmail.com / 954.970.9551. l

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Like us on Facebook, but be Careful What you Post By Joshua Frachtman, Esq. Joshua Frachtman, a graduate of the University of Florida and Nova Southeastern University, is an attorney at Baker & Zimmerman, P.A. His practice areas primarily focus on personal injury, wrongful death and product defects. He can be reached at JFrachtman@ bakerzimmerman.com or 800.886.LAWS. For more information, please visit his ﬁrm’s website at DefendingTheInjured.com.

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In today’s social media age, it has become relatively easy to track down an old friend from high school or college. Unfortunately, defense attorneys know the same tricks. If your pictures, tweets, biographies and blogs are public, they can be seen by anyone. The internet goes beyond just your Facebook and Twitter accounts and there may be pictures of you on friends' pages or websites that you don’t even know about. In the context of a personal injury claim, anything you post on the internet can potentially come back to harm your case. The law is relatively new, but there have already been favorable rulings prohibiting the disclosure of account access to Facebook. Piccolo v Paterson, a Pennsylvania case, involves a claim for personal injuries arising out of a car accident. When the airbag deployed, it left the Plaintiff’s face seriously disfigured, necessitating cosmetic surgery. The defendants had obtained numerous pictures taken before and after the accident in discovery. However, in Plaintiff’s deposition, she admitted to having a Facebook page, the defendants attempted to obtain full access to her account to compare her posts to her claims. The defendants filed a Motion to Compel, which was denied on the basis that sufficient information had been obtained in discovery and was available through other means. Facebook has taken steps to prohibit the dissemination of user information, even with a civil subpoena. According to Facebook’s Privacy Policy: Federal law prohibits Facebook from disclosing user content (such as messages, Wall (timeline) posts, photos, etc.) in response to a civil subpoena. Speci�ically, the Stored

Communications Act, 18 U.S.C. § 2701 et seq., prohibits Facebook from disclosing the contents of an account to any nongovernmental entity pursuant to a subpoena or court order. Parties to civil litigation may satisfy discovery requirements relating to their Facebook accounts by producing and authenticating contents of their accounts and by using Facebook’s “Download Your Information” tool, which is accessible through the “Account Settings” drop down menu. If a user cannot access content because he or she disables or deleted his or her account, Facebook will, to the extent possible, restore access to allow the user to collect and produce the account’s content. Facebook preserves user content only in response to a valid law enforcement request. However, in another Pennsylvania case, Zimmerman v Weis Market, the Plaintiff brought a claim for personal injuries after hurting his leg in a forklift accident. The defendants believed that there were pictures of the Plaintiff in shorts, although he testified that he was too embarrassed to wear shorts following the accident. There were also alleged pictures of the Plaintiff performing motorcycle stunts on his Facebook and Myspace pages. The Judge ordered the Plaintiff to turn over the account username and password within 20 days to the defendant. Further, Plaintiff was ordered to not delete any posts or information from his pages. As with everything in life, you must be careful and responsible about how you use social media. Make sure your privacy settings are adjusted appropriately, and try to be aware about what your friends and family are posting about you. ● BOCADELRAY LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013

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ast academic year it seemed that Florida Atlantic University could simply not get a break, with the news going from bad to bizarre. First, in February, students began protests against a proposed plan to name the school stadium for GEO, a local for-proﬁt prison operator with a history of alleged mistreatment of inmates. GEO planned to donate $6 million to FAU for the naming rights. During one of the protests, thenFAU president Mary Jane Saunders was accused of accidentally hitting a student with the rear-view mirror of her Lexus when protestors surrounded her car. Next came an incident in March, in which a professor tried to punish a student who complained about a class assignment—by having the student stomp on a piece of paper with the word “Jesus” written on it. That professor now teaches online only. Then came an incident in April, in which another professor posted a blog that questioned the oﬃcial accounts of the Boston Marathon bombings, saying that it was a “mass casualty drill” staged by the government. Also in April, a group of pro-Palestinian students who protested an Israeli speaker on campus (by unfurling a WAR CRIMINAL banner) were heavily sanctioned, put on probation, banned from leadership positions and put through community service and diversity training. Those students are still publically complaining about the school’s heavy-handed reaction. By late spring, FAU’s board of trustees

had pretty much had it with president Saunders’ mishandling of potentially embarrassing situations. First, they decided to cancel the plan to name the stadium for GEO. Then, despite her considerable success with expanding FAU’s scholastic prowess (she came from the academic ranks, after all) the board asked her to step down. She resigned in May; she is currently conducting a feasibility study on whether FAU should launch a physician’s assistant program. Now FAU is in the process of searching for a new president; last month that process was jumpstarted with the selection of executive search firm Parker & Associates to help them find the right person. In the meantime Dennis Crudele, FAU’s senior vice president for finance and administration who took over Saunders’ role, will continue on as Interim President. Crudele’s administration has already sparked a tad of controversy, albeit in an attempt to calm things down. In July, the Division of Student Affairs posted a brief “Free Speech and Campus Civility” statement requesting that, “everyone in the FAU community behave and speak” in ways that aren’t “racist, religiously intolerant or otherwise degrading to others.” While the posting seems well intentioned—the school calls it “an aspirational statement of values”—in August the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) criticized it for violating the free speech rights of students. That smack was followed by a slam from the national online news publication The Daily Caller, which declared FAU “quite obviously the worst place in the United States to attend college.” While this is an absurd exaggeration—FAU has improved radically since the days it was nicknamed “Find Another University”—it’s one more sign that whoever becomes the permanent president has to understand that communication skills, and how to deal with tumult, are as important as academic credentials. ● BOCADELRAY LIFE • SEPTEMBER 2013

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