Delray Beach magazine May/June 2016

[ YOUR TOWN, YOUR MAGAZINE ]

IT’S SHOWTIME! 50 THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT DELRAY

Green People MEET THE ECO WARRIORS SAVING DELRAY

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MATTHEW FARMER, Artistic Director, Old School Square

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OUR SUMMER HOT LIST OF WHERE TO GO & WHAT TO DO, FROM FISHING TO LATE-NIGHT BITES 4/4/16 4:31 PM

WHERE YOU ARE. WHERE YOU’RE GOING. At every stage of your life, whether you’re ready for your first apartment or home, a place to vacation or retire, our agents are here every step of the way…

Let’s find your new place.

Visit us at elliman.com/offices for a full list of locations or contact your local Boca Raton office at 561.245.2635

KNOWN GLOBALLY. LOVED LOCALLY.

With 16 South Florida offices and 6,000 agents nationwide plus the international scale and scope of Knight Frank Residential, the world’s largest independent property consultancy, the Douglas Elliman network reaches across 58 countries and 6 continents. Chances are, your buyer has worked with us before.

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2016 Collection

840 S Ocean Blvd | Manalapan RX-10134593 | $24.5M

6021 Le Lac | Boca Raton RX-10146368 | $16.5M

One Thousand Ocean | PH2 RX-10105436 | $6.395M

400 S Ocean Blvd | PH3 RX-10161397 | $5.995M

1 N. Ocean Blvd | 304 RX-10183163 | $2.995M

324 E Coconut Palm Road RX-10132660 | $6.45M

400 S Ocean Blvd | 25 RX-10197661 | $3.595M

200 E Palmetto Park | 402 RX-10185598 | $1.2M

500 SE Mizner Blvd | PH4 RX-10192718 | $995,000

520 NE 4TH Lane | Boca RX-10200859 | $949,500

3567 Admirals, Way | Delray RX-10172208 | $1.65M

300 SE 5th Ave, 6070 RX-10194543 | 7.5k/month

Š 2016 Douglas Elliman Real Estate. All material presented herein is intended for information purposes only. While, this information is believed to be correct, it is represented subject to errors, omissions, changes or withdrawal without notice. All property information, including, but not limited to square footage, room count, number of bedrooms and the school district in property listings are deemed reliable, but should be veri ed by your own attorney, architect or zoning expert. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Senada Adzem is internationally renowned as a luxury real estate >

expert, philanthropist, speaker and media celebrity. Ms. Adzem has sold over $475,000,000 in real estate since 2006. She regularly appears on CNBC’s Power Lunch, Bloomberg Television and Fox Business News. Other television credits include CNBC’s, “Secret Lives of the Super Rich” and Bravo’s, “Million Dollar Listing: Miami”. Print appearances include The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and Forbes. >

Ms. Adzem serves as the Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman in Florida, and personally advises global leaders and Fortune 500 executives. Previously, she spent five years as a Top 1 percent producer for Corcoran Group Real Estate. She is a former vice president at Trump International and was the creative force behind marketing Donald J. Trump’s condominium developments. Prior to receiving her BA in International Business and MBA in real estate development, she was a survivor of the Siege of Sarajevo and the >

Bosnian War. Ms. Adzem is in high demand as a speaker and recently presented her first Ted Talk, “Ingenuity in the Face of Adversity”.

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Senada Adzem | Director of Luxury Sales | 561.322.8208 | 917.913.6680 444 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, FL | thesenadateam.elliman.com

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YOUR SUMMER RETREAT DESERVES A SPLASH OF CHIC

RECEIVE A $100 RESORT CREDIT* PLUS KIDS EAT FREE** THIS SUMMER. A modernized Mediterranean Resort Village spanning over 300 acres, Boca Raton Resort & Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, has every imaginable amenity to offer today’s luxury traveler. This summer enjoy the half-mile private beach, 13 bars & restaurants, and award-winning spa while the kids enjoy Quest Club Camp, the FLOWRIDER, and endless beach and water activities.

Book the Best of Waldorf Package with rates starting from $274/Night.

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contents may/june 2016 dine 66 42 The Little Chalet delivers big on fondue— and much more.

BY BILL CITARA

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up close

Meet one couple that plays ukes together and another that gives back because they can.

BY JOHN THOMASON

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50+ things we love about Delray

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Our annual feature showcasing Delray highlights the good, the bad and the ugly of the last 12 months.

BY MARIE SPEED, JOHN THOMASON & OTHER TWISTED CONTRIBUTORS

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green people

Meet five people who are keeping Delray green— and preserving its sustainable legacy.

BY RICH POLLACK

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editor’s letter

Another year, and we have 50+ more things we love about this luminous little town we call home.

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home

hot list

We’ve got Boynton’s Jersey shore, bass fishing in Lake Ida, a new surf shop and much more news for early summer fun.

BY DOROTHY MACDIARMID

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snapshots

out & about

Springtime was a blitz of parties and festivals, golf and gallivanting.

BY TARYN TACHER

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dining guide

The city’s review-driven dining guide points readers to Delray’s best restaurants.

In this issue, it’s black and white—and chic all over.

BY BILL CITARA

BY BRAD MEE

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BY MARIE SPEED

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my turn

The author builds a case for rising to the occasion.

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BY JOHN SHUFF

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community connection

Kelli Freeman is Chamber-strong and still helping build business in Delray.

BY RICH POLLACK

We’re all around town—and so are you.

BY TARYN TACHER

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calendar/top five

The Beatles, Beerfest, saving the tigers and other summer don’t-miss concerts and events.

BY JOHN THOMASON

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local style, global chic

These eco-conscious brands are all about empowering people.

ON THE COVER Matthew Farmer, Artistic Director, Old School Square PHOTOGRAPHER: Jason Nuttle HAIR & MAKEUP: Joannah Henley; JoannahHenley.com LIGHTING: Jayson Tomasheski, lead lighting designer, Old School Square LOCATION: Crest Theatre at Old School Square ART DIRECTOR: Lori Pierino

PHOTOGRAPHY BY AARON BRISTOL

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The entire contents of Delray Beach magazine are copyrighted and may not be reproduced without the expressed written consent of the publisher. Delray Beach magazine accepts no responsibility for the return of unsolicited manuscripts and/or photographs and assumes no liability for products or services advertised herein. Delray Beach magazine reserves the right to edit, rewrite or refuse material and is not responsible for products. Please refer to corporate masthead.

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marie speed

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subscription coordinator

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customer services/video editor

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2013: best overall online presence (Boca Raton) 2013: best department (Boca Raton) 2012: best overall magazine (Boca Raton) 2012: best feature (Delray Beach) 2012: best photographic essay (Boca Raton) 2011: best new magazine (Delray Beach) 2011: best custom publication (Worth Avenue) 2010: best overall magazine (Boca Raton) 2010: best overall design (Boca Raton) 2009: best overall magazine (Boca Raton) 2009: best overall design (Boca Raton) 2009: best feature (Boca Raton) 2008: best overall magazine (Boca Raton) 2008: best feature (Boca Raton) 2008: best single, original B&W photo (Boca Raton) Plus: 10 silver awards (2008-2013)/7 bronze awards (2008-2013)

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THE NEXT GENERATION OF INDOOR CYCLING

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Delray Beach magazine is published six times a year, with January/February, March/April, May/June, July/August, September/October and November/December issues. If you have any questions or comments regarding our magazine, call us at 561/997-8683. We’d love to hear from you.

[ subscription, copy purchasing and distribution ]

For any changes or questions regarding your subscription, to purchase back issues, or inquire about distribution points, call Kat Algeo at 877/553-5363.

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Take advantage of Delray Beach’s prime advertising space—put your ad dollars to work in our award-winning publication. For more information, contact Rebecca Valenza (rebecca@bocamag.com).

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Create a magazine tailored to fit the needs and character of your business/organization. Ideal for promotions, special events, introduction of new services and/or locations, etc. Contact Marie Speed (editor@bocamag.com).

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Your thoughts and comments are important to us. All letters to the editor may be edited for style, grammar and length. We reserve the right to withhold any letters deemed inappropriate for publication. Send letters to the address listed below, or to Marie Speed (editor@bocamag. com).

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Our independent reviews of restaurants in Delray Beach.

A fine, reliable resource for residents and tourists. For more information, contact Marie Speed.

[ out & about ]

A photo collage of social gatherings and events in Delray Beach. All photos submitted should be clearly identified and accompanied by a brief description of the event (who, what, where, when); photos will not be returned. E-mail images to people@bocamag.com. Or mail photos to:

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Where to go, what to do and see in Delray Beach. Please submit information regarding fundraisers, art openings, plays, readings, concerts, dance or other performances to editor Marie Speed (editor@bocamag.com). Deadline for entries in an upcoming calendar section is three months before publication (e.g., to list an event in July/August, submit info by April 20).

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Living... Loving... Selling DELRAY BEACH & BEYOND

[ for kids only ] SUMMER CAMPS! It’s that time of year, when school is out and the kiddies (and their parents) face a few months of endless summer. For those of you who do not routinely send your children off to sleep away camps in North Carolina or upstate New York, there are plenty of local opportunities, from space camp at Cape Canaveral to sea camps in the Florida Keys. Here are a few in our own backyard that we like.

SUMMER AT PINE CREST, Pine Crest School, Boca Raton With campuses in Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale, the prestigious Pine Crest School offers more than 30 programs for campers, from band and fine arts to swimming and tennis. This is summer camp at its best, and children may be enrolled one week at a time or for a full summer. Call 561/852-2823 for more information on all the camps.

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Team Deluxe has the “Hospitality Mentality” for real estate. Why not make the home buying or selling experience the same as if you were planning a vacation.

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OKEEHEELEE NATURE CAMP, Okeeheelee Nature Center, West Palm Beach The Okeeheelee Nature Camp is only two weeks a summer (June 6-10 and Aug. 8-12) and open to campers aged 9 to 12. Camp is in session Mon.-Fri. from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and includes field trips, animal encounters, arts and crafts and games. Call 561/2331400 for more information.

CITY OF DELRAY BEACH CAMPS, Delray Beach Delray Beach offers everything from basketball, soccer and lacrosse to swimming and skating in its summer camp offerings—visit mydelraybeach.com for the whole scoop. Its Delray Beach Summer Camp Program offers a well-rounded itinerary for children, including a literacy program, educational field trips, sports, games, crafts and an end-of-the-year Jamboree Showcase. For information, contact Tonya Smith at 561/243-7249 or by email at smithtc@mydelraybeach.com.

SURF CAMP, Delray Beach Why not take adavantage of our coastal location and have the kids learn how to surf this summer? Delray Beach Water Sports offers surf lessons and summer surf camps by Pat Heaney, a longtime Delray surfer.

Call Pat for appointments at 561/703-7210.

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PINE TREE CAMP, Lynn University, Boca Raton Summer camp at Pine Tree Camp offers a traditional mix of sports and arts and crafts, or more specialized options ranging from circus camp to creative arts, “discovery” and “super sports” programs. Full days or overnight options are available. Call 561/237-7310 for more information.

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[ editor’s letter ] B Y M A R I E S P E E D

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Our annual ode to Delray, green people & other things to love

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very year we publish a feature based on what we loved about Delray during the past year—the good, the bad and the ugly.

This article is loosely based on the input of a focus group or two comprised of plugged-in, irreverent, slightly twisted individuals who also happen to love Delray—unconditionally.

Which doesn’t mean, of course, that they do not see room for

improvement.

We talk people, politics, business and general trends. We look at what’s new, and what’s already old news. We disagree, we laugh, we collaborate—which is, by the way, how the city operates best.

Working with this group and most of the people we interview or do business with in Delray only confirms how engaged the city is—how nimble it is, how imaginative, with a general can-do attitude that is rare in even the smallest bureaucracy. Delray doesn’t say no to things before it figures out how it can do them. It takes chances. It has fun. It embraces possibility.

It is the city’s openness and the willingness to experiment and transform itself that makes doing a magazine here so gratifying; there is always something or someone making waves, and always something new to report. So this annual article celebrating life in America’s most fun small town has assumed a life of its own—and may be our favorite issue to publish.

Complementing all that is a thoughtful look at five people who are keeping Delray green, which is one of the cultural values here—one more way Delray stays ahead of the curve—while protecting its precious legacy.

We hope you enjoy the issue as much as we did putting it together, and we’ll see you next time!

Marie Speed

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5 (MORE) THINGS I LOVE ABOUT DELRAY: [1]H eirloom tomatoes at the new Bedner’s [ 2 ] Cason Cottage [ 3 ] Sunrise service on the beach at Easter [ 4 ] Police chief Jeff Goldman [ 5 ] Café Cubano at Cabana El Rey

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hot list NEWS AND NOTES FROM DELRAY BEACH

Warming Up Fish are jumping and so is Delray.

Start cranking up the heat— summer is just around the corner.

Nathan Bussey and Jennifer Vancek

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[ hot list ] B Y D O R O T H Y M A C D I A R M I D

MAKING WAVES

The Drop In is a new surf and skate shop in Delray featuring up-and-coming local brands like Island Roller skateboards, Kalahari Shades sunglasses, Sun Bum sunblock, swimwear by Salty Sister and Mora Girls, and plenty of eye-catching T-shirts and gear from its house label, Surf District. SB3 surfboards and N2 paddleboards also are available to purchase or rent. Friendly owners who are focused on supporting other local businesses make this a sweet spot to drop in and pick up some awesome summer essentials. 310 N.E. Fourth St., 561/865-6235, thesaltfly.com Brandon Flanagan

NET GAINS

Boynton’s Flanagan Mutimer Tennis Academy serves up a strong foundation in the fundamentals and basics of tennis.

Brandon Flanagan and Allington Mutimer have a combined 40 years of tennis experience, and their comprehensive coaching provides players with mechanics and tactics based on science—with a solid dose of strategy and a real passion for the sport. Children and adults can get their Djokovic on at the courts at Indian Spring Country Club. Private lessons, clinics and camps with the FTMA team provide a variety of options to improve or refine your game. 11501 El Clair Ranch Road, Boynton Beach, 561/740-6744, fm-tennis.com

THE LAKE EFFECT

You don’t need to chug offshore to catch a fish or two. .South Florida Bass Charters is dropping lines in our own backyard—Lake Ida and Lake Osbourne. With more than 30 years’ local fishing experience, Delray native Captain Bill Lepree will open your eyes to freshwater fishing from the vantage point of his fully equipped, 24-foot Carolina skiff (accommodating up to four anglers). Captain Bill knows where to find the biggest large-mouth bass in our neck of the woods, as well as non-native species such as clown knifes, snakeheads from Southeast Asia and massive peacock bass from South America. (And FYI: Peacock bass were brought here from the Amazon to help control the tilapia population, and clown knifefish are popular pets that regularly outgrow their home fish tanks.)

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JERSEY BOYS

It was just a matter of time before all those Jersey transplants brought the boardwalk south, launching Boardwalk Italian Ice & Creamery. Jersey shore boys (and cousins) Michael Swain and Joseph M. Hurtuk III craved all those shore staples like funnel cakes, taffy, and Italian ices, but could only find them if there was a carnival in town. So they decided to make their own boardwalk near the corner of Federal Highway and Boynton Beach Boulevard, complete with a sandy “beach” in the front and a funhouse mirror and carousel horse. Inside, all of the ice cream, waffles, funnel cake, popcorn and cotton candy are made fresh on the premises. The back patio has games and seating—and the ocean is just over the bridge.

209 N. Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, 561/6009593, theboardwalkice.com

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Lilo’s American Café offers a quaint covered patio—and a quiet oasis—in the middle of bustling Atlantic Avenue. Lilo’s menu offers a variety of light and fresh selections like fish tacos as well as decadent, mouthwatering entrees like the Nutella Bacon French Toast or Lobster Mac & Cheese. Lilo’s egg skillets, sangria, chicken wings and even an ‘Angry Delray’ sandwich will make your tastebuds dance; reserve a table or carry out. 814 E. Atlantic Ave., 561/272-8049, lilosdelraybeach.com

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After Dark: Max’s Social House

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ax’s Social House serves up tasty food and friendly hospitality inside its historic cottage and outside on the covered patio all day long. Once the sun goes down that doesn’t change, but the fun definitely ramps up. With the imaginative manager Bob Higginbotham at the helm, you never know what’s on tap for Max’s SoHo, but some of the options include Wayback Wednesday nights from 5 to 7 p.m. with Happy Hour drinks and food prices dropping way back to half price. The signature pineapple jalapeño margaritas are just $5 and hearken back to the legendary Falcon House days, once the cornerstone of late night fun and shenanigans in Delray. The popular DJ Fono will be spinning outside to add dancing to the festivities. Friday and Saturday nights offer up a Late Night Happy Hour. From 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. all liquor, beer and wines by the glass are half price with a special late night Bar Bites menu until midnight.

MALE CALL Atlantic Avenue has plenty of women’s and children’s clothes—and even some duds for the doggie in your life—but now it also has some impressive clothes for men that are not board shorts and flip-flops. Swatches & Rags owner Maggie Dutton’s discerning eye has assembled a comfortable blend of traditional designers— from Hickey Freeman to AG Jeans—with elegant European labels to offer stylish looks without being obnoxiously trendy. 900 E. Atlantic Ave., 561/865-7230, swatchesandrags.com may/june 2016

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egan Addison is a Delray Beach native whose great-grandparents started visiting in the 1930s, and whose parents grew up here. After graduating from the University of Georgia, Addison knew she needed to get back to her roots—and the water—in Delray. As the manager of thriving boutique Periwinkle for the past six years, she has her finger on the pulse of the most fun small town in America.

FAVORITE PART OF WORKING ON THE AVENUE: I love all of the

wonderful residents and visitors of Delray Beach who come through our doors … and the overall small-town feel.

FAVORITE THING TO DO IN DELRAY: I love taking art classes at Old School Square, Sunday brunch at City Oyster and spending every paycheck at Morley!

DREAM PROJECT:

I enjoy bringing my passions for the environment and Delray together by volunteering at the Sandoway House Nature Center. The board is working hard to increase the environmental education there and strengthen the support by our local community. This summer we will be planning a FUNraiser to construct an outdoor classroom pavilion on the property.

We are also working to increase our funding so we can pay for schoolchildren from lowincome neighborhoods to be able to get to the center. I was amazed to find out that so many children in Palm Beach County have never even seen the ocean, let alone know about environmental conservation. We want to change that. You can learn more about the center by visiting sandoway.org.

LIFE OF PIE The ultimate in DIY—a pizzamaking class—is now at Solita/ Mastino. The Pizza 101 class offers guests a two-hour hands-on overview of artisan pizza making, with lessons on the history and evolution of pizza to how to make your own—all from the pie king himself, owner Steven Dapuzzo.

Using only the very best ingredients from Italy and the U.S., you’ll learn the art of hand-stretched dough and correct techniques for building and topping your pizza. Then watch your pizza bake to perfection in the requisite wood-fired oven. Enjoy your pie with a glass of wine or craft beer, and take home a Mastino’s recipe card to help re-create the magic in your own kitchen. 25 N.E. Second Ave., 561/899-0888, solitaitalian.com

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ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE

From left: Alan L. Saperstein, M.D., Eric W. Lloyd, M.D., Marc Bergman, M.D., Mel Young, M.D.

MEET THE DOCTORS Alan L. Saperstein,

Eric W. Lloyd, M.D.

Marc Bergman, M.D.

Mel Young, M.D.

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• Sports Medicine

• Fellowship trained Total Joint

• Total Joint Replacement including

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• Arthroscopic knee meniscal surgery

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* “The ANTERIOR HIP APPROACH is the new innovative technique for TOTAL HIP procedures that provides a quicker recovery, so you can get back to enjoying your lifestyle.”

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Diana Correa and Jen Scoz at the House of Zen Dali third-anniversary party.

Shawn Woodburn, Connie Kleila and Lisa Woodburn at the House of Zen Dali third-anniversary party.

Portia Ramassar, John Socaras, Robert Harbers and Jeremy Bloom at Crossroads Financial Seventh Annual Golf Tournament.

Mark Peterson, Mercedes Joannidis and Jerry Latrento at Laugh with the Library

Dr. Lynda Hunter, Virginia Kimmel, Becky Walsh, Mayor Cary Glickstein and Alan Kornblau cut the ribbon at the Lynda Hunter and Virginia Kimmel Children’s Library.

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Jog at a zoo to save tigers, witness Louis Armstrong reborn, and enjoy an endless supply of craft brews.

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Save the Tiger 5K Run

“Satchmo at the Waldorf”

Where: Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach When: May 19 About: For a rambunctious teenager, growing up under the same roof as your Italian mother, grandmother, sister, uncles and cousins can provide fodder for one of two things: a decade in therapy or a residency at the local Chuckle Hut. Thankfully, Dom Irrera chose the latter, plumbing from his colorful life experience with his bustling extended family to launch a comedy career in the early ‘80s. He’s since become a stalwart road warrior at the most revered comedy clubs in North America, mixing pungent observations about life with self-deprecating confessionals. Minor roles on “Seinfeld”—where he played a notorious prop comic—and “King of Queens” followed, along with award-winning cable specials and podcasts. His friendly, easygoing delivery often clashes with material scabrous enough to make Tony Soprano wince, so consider this your warning: Expect a bluer, more scatological set than his PG-13 cameos on late-night talk shows.

As far as therapy goes, Irrera’s comic muse serves that function, too; after all, he made 11 squiggly appearances, as himself, on Comedy Central’s cult cartoon “Dr. Katz: Professional Therapist.”

Cost: $45-$65 Contact: 561/243-7922, oldschool.org

Where: Palm Beach Zoo, 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach When: May 14 About: There are numerous runs this season in South Florida, but this is the only one whose proceeds benefit tigers in a Malaysian rainforest. The tigers that need saving are Malayan tigers, the most endangered of the five remaining tiger species, with fewer than 250 left in the wild. For the past three years, this Palm Beach Zoo event has raised nearly $15,000, proceeds that go directly into the zoo’s budget line for support of the Wildlife Conservation Society’s breeding programs in Malaysia’s EndauRompin National Park. For the fourth annual run, zoo organizers are hoping to attract a record 600 participants ranging from competitive sprinters to casual strollers and their families—and why not, with a view to match the irresistible cause? Runners begin at the Tiger River habitat and loop around Dreher Park, passing wallabies, fennec foxes, ocelets and siamangs, and finishing at the zoo’s Interactive Fountain to cool off. The ticket price includes zoo admission for the day, a post-race massage, post-race fruit and bagels, and a raffle drawing.

Cost: $40 adults, $25 students under 18 Contact: 561/547-9453, palmbeachzoo.org

Where: Palm Beach Dramaworks, 201 Clematis St., West Palm Beach When: May 13-June 12 About: At first glance, “Satchmo at the Waldorf,” which takes place in 1971 on the night of Louis Armstrong’s final performance, seems like the latest in a parade of one-person bio-musicals set during the twilight of the entertainment gods. Shows like “Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grille” and “The Devil’s Music,” about Bessie Smith, come to mind.

But “Satchmo,” penned by Wall Street Journal theater critic Terry Teachout, is something else: It’s not a musical, instead capturing a wheezing, staggering Armstrong in his dressing room after his swan song at New York’s Waldorf Astoria. And while the show is a tour de force for one actor, he plays three parts, from the gravelly voiced, highspirited title trumpeter; to Satchmo’s controlling, mafia-connected Jewish manager Joe Glaser; to Miles Davis, presented as an upstart jazz hipster scornful of Satchmo’s perceived pandering to white concertgoers. Race, indeed, plays a significant role in Teachout’s complex drama; he has Armstrong compare his audience to “a carton of eggs.” “Satchmo at the Waldorf ” will hopefully resonate with the same timeless power as the music that inspired a life.

Cost: $64-$79 Contact: 561/514-4042, palmbeachdramaworks.org

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Delray Beach Craft Beerfest

Where: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach When: June 10-Sept. 18 About: Self-taught Japanese-born artist Hiromi Moneyhun does more with an X-ACTO knife than many artists could do with the best digital art software on the planet. She pays homage to the paper-cut illustrations of her childhood by creating impossibly rich and meticulous wall hangings, carved from black canson paper that resembles metal. A few of Moneyhun’s stark creations were showcased at the Cornell Museum’s “Paper as Art” exhibition last year, and now she’s back for a full gallery show at the Morikami. “She was drawing from the nature around her, and she got hooked on this moth motif,” says Morikami Chief Curator Tamara Joy, of Moneyhun’s evolution. “She liked the metamorphosis analogy that you could explore with the idea of the moth. She began to explore women in different cultures who also undergo transformations.” The focus of this exhibition is some of those women, the elaborately dressed courtesans of the 19th century entertainment districts of Tokyo and Osaka—which Joy calls the “floating world of transience, fleeting pleasures and the illusions of the sentient life.”

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Where: Old School Square Park and Pavilion, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach When: May 13 About: Trying to extract the right piece of wood from a precarious, oversized Jenga tower is a difficult enough task when you’re sober.

But when you’ve enjoyed bottomless samples of Funky Buddha, Due South and Saltwater Breweries’ inventive libations? Prepare for a topple, and quick. Attendees at this increasingly popular, fifthannual fundraiser for Old School Square can test their tipsy luck at this game as well as cornhole, ring toss and others at this interactive event, whose cover charge grants access to unlimited samples of more than 100 craft brews, imports and ciders from local, national and even home brewers. Melissa Carter, Old School Square’s marketing director, says the event found its groove last year when it discovered the perfect location at the Pavilion and Park, raising approximately $40,000 for its programming in the process. “What sets us apart from other beer festivals is that we’re a true date night,” says Carter, emphasizing that the event includes several varietals of wine from popular vintners, DJs and live music, a photo booth and live artists painting on-site. You can nosh on “pub bites” for an additional charge.

Cost: $35 general admission, $50 VIP ticket Contact: 561/243-7922, oldschoolsquare.org

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ENJOY THESE OTHER EARLY SUMMER ACTIVITIES IN AND AROUND OUR FAVORITE CITY.

NOW THROUGH MAY 8: “PERSEVERANCE: JAPANESE TATTOO TRADITION IN A MODERN WORLD” AT MORIKAMI MUSEUM & JAPANESE GARDENS, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach; $9–$15 museum admission; 561/495-0233, morikami.org. By showcasing the work of seven internationally renowned tattoo artists, this exhibition seeks to correct the record on the artistry, lineage, historical symbolism and skill that contributes to classical Japanese tattooing, a form that his been misunderstood or misappropriated in the West.

NOW THROUGH MAY 15: “WOMEN MODERNISTS IN NEW YORK” AT NORTON MUSEUM OF ART, 1451 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach; $5-$12 museum admission; 561/832-5196, norton.org. In the burgeoning New York art scene of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, gender both informed and inherently limited opportunities for female creatives, who insisted on being known as simply “artists” and not “women artists.” “Women Modernists” captures this struggle by collecting work by pioneering female modernists Marguerite Zorach, Florine Stettheimer, Helen Torr and Georgia O’Keeffe together for the first time.

MAY 6: MAVIS STAPLES & THE BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA AT KRAVIS CENTER, 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach; 8 p.m.; $20$100; 561/832-7469, kravis.org. Mavis has emerged from her family’s legendary Staples Singers band to become a respected solo artist and civil rights activist, performing timeless gospel and R&B covers and originals for more than 45 years.

She’ll support her 14th album “Livin’ On a High Note” alongside the similarly legendary Blind Boys of Alabama, a five-time Grammy-winning gospel group.

MAY 7: AMAZING MOM AND SON CHALLENGE IN DOWNTOWN DELRAY BEACH; check-in begins at 8:30 a.m.; $15 adults, $8 per teen/child; 561/243-7277, mydelraybeach.com. In this sixth-annual Mother’s Day celebration, moms and their sons must work together to complete assigned tasks before moving on to the next site and eventually crossing the finish line, with lunch and prizes to follow. Divisions begin at 5 years old, through ages 18 and older.

MAY 10 AND 24: ALCHEMY AT ARTS GARAGE, 180 N.E. First St., Delray Beach; 8 to 11 p.m.; $10; 561/450-6357, artsgarage.org. This version of an open-mic night has an amplified edge, with artists accompanied by a live band. Local talent in fields including—but not limited to—music, poetry, spoken word, comedy, dance, drama and live art-making are welcome to sign up.

MAY 7 Amazing Mom & Son Challenge NOW MAY 15 Women Modernists in New York

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MAY 12 AND JUNE 9: OPEN READINGS NIGHT AT CORNELL MUSEUM OF ART, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach; 6:30 p.m.; free; 561/243-7922, oldschool.org. Lovers of fiction, nonfiction and poetry are invited to listen to their peers read from published or unpublished work in a monthly literary salon. Each reader will have 15 minutes to present his or her work, with a positive discussion to follow the readings.

MAY 12: SPOTLIGHT ON YOUNG MUSICIANS AT KRAVIS CENTER, 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach; 7 p.m.; $10 advance, $12 day of performance; 561/832-7469, kravis.org. Hundreds of talented local student musicians

will perform on a stage usually reserved for Broadway shows and national musicians, in this annual concert sponsored by the School District of Palm Beach County, the Palm Beach County Music Educators’ Association and the Youth Orchestra of Palm Beach County.

MAY 14 AND JUNE 11: GATHER IN THE GARDEN AT SUNFLOWER CREATIVE ARTS, 227 N. Dixie Blvd., Delray Beach; 4:30 p.m.; free; sunflowercreativearts.org. On the second Saturday of each month, this child-centric nonprofit hosts a community potluck open to the Sunflower community and friends.

Attendees are expected to bring a nut-free dish to share and are welcome to bring musical instruments.

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phitheatre.com. These rock legends from California’s Bay Area are co-headlining the San Francisco Fest tour. Original Journey drummer Steve Smith promises a new lineup similar to the “Frontiers” era, and the Doobies will perform hits from their 46 years in the business.

JUNE 11 Doobie Brothers

JUNE 18: KEITH URBAN AT PERFECT VODKA AMPHITHEATRE,

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COFFEE” AT DELRAY BEACH PLAYHOUSE, 950 Lake Shore Drive;

HEARD THAT SONG BEFORE!” AT DELRAY BEACH PLAYHOUSE, 950

various show times; $30; 561/272-1281, delraybeachplayhouse.com. The formula for a weapon so destructive that it will deter war forever is the subject of Agatha Christie’s debut murder mystery for the stage. When the formula is stolen, the author’s beloved sleuth Hercule Poirot must deduce the culprit from a number of suspects rife with motive and opportunity.

MAY 28-29: DOWNTOWN

Lake Shore Drive; various show times; $30; 561/272-1281, delraybeachplayhouse.com. This music revue celebrates the ever-popular “jukebox musical,” featuring previously recorded hits spun into new contexts, which began in 1978 with “Ain’t Misbehavin’.” Expect to hear Fats Waller compositions from that show, along with tunes re-popularized in shows such as “Mamma Mia!,” “Jersey Boys” and “Beautiful: The Carol King Musical.”

SCENDING FORMS: JAPANESE BAMBOO BASKETS” AT MORIKAMI MUSEUM & JAPANESE GARDENS,

DELRAY BEACH CRAFT FESTIVAL AT TENNIS CENTER, 201 W. Atlantic

JUNE 4: DARIUS RUCKER AT

Ave., Delray Beach; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; free; artfestival.com. This Memorial Day tradition celebrates its 19th anniversary at the cusp of downtown. The nation’s finest crafters offer handiwork for all price ranges, including paintings, glasswork and pottery, plus a Green Market with gourmet sauces, handmade soaps and live orchids.

PERFECT VODKA AMPHITHEATRE, 601-7 Sansburys Way, West Palm Beach; starting at $58; 561/795-8883, westpalmbeachamphitheatre.com. The former lead singer of best-selling pop group Hootie & the Blowfish has worn many musical hats throughout his career—R&B, soul, rock—but his latest headgear is a cowboy hat. The reinvented country crooner, who became the first African-American artist to win a New Artist Award from the Country Music Association, headlines this bill with openers Dan + Shay and Michael Ray.

4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach; $9–$15 museum admission; 561/4950233, morikami.org. This exhibition, drawn from works in the Morikami collection, will analyze the evolution of Japanese bamboo art, from its humble beginnings in basketry for fishing, winnowing and flower displays to its sculptural experimentalism in the 21st century.

601-7 Sansburys Way, West Palm Beach; starting at $54; 561/795-8883, westpalmbeachamphitheatre.com. Largely influenced by Mark Knopfler and Lindsey Buckingham, this versatile Australian guitarist owned his dream instrument by age 9 and began playing festivals at 10.

He’s since become a country singer of worldwide renown, with hits dating back nearly 30 years. Arrive early for openers Brett Eldredge and Maren Morris.

JUNE 11: ACROSS THE UNIVERSE AT BOSTON’S ON THE BEACH, 40 S. Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach; 8:30 p.m.; free; 561/278-3364, bostonsonthebeach.com. South Florida’s preeminent Beatles tribute band, consisting of four professional players and no period wigs, puts its polished spin on Fab Four hits and obscurities alike.

JUNE 11: JOURNEY & THE DOOBIE BROTHERS AT PERFECT VODKA AMPHITHEATRE, 601-7 Sansburys Way, West Palm Beach; 7 p.m.; starting at $37; 561/795-8883, westpalmbeacham-

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[ style ] 31 Bits donates profits to prepare Ugandan women for the workforce—through a five-year program of holistic counseling, health education, finance training and business mentorships.

Lemlem poncho top, $195, and shorts, $175, from Morley; 31 Bits necklace, $42 and bracelet, $16, from Fresh Produce; JADEtribe striped clutch, $69, and small zip clutch, $89, from Native Sun

JADEtribe’s hand-braided jewelry and organically dyed, recycled textiles help sustain rural ethnic tribal women from Asia.

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Lemlem’s intricate Ethiopian hand weaving empowers women and gives life-saving maternity care to African mothers in need through its studios and its nonprofit Liya Kebede Foundation.

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Mixt Studio sources its paper products from well-managed and sustainable forests, produced within the U.S. on recycled materials.

Amour Vert uses non-toxic dyes and plants a tree in North America for every T-shirt it sells.

Threads 4 Thought is a certified B Corporation— meaning it uses its business as a force for good—that designs its clothing from organic cotton, recycled polyester and “lenzing modal,” a material made from rejuvenating beech pulp.

local style, global chic Amour Vert striped shirt, $98, from Margaux Riviera, and swing tank, $78, from Periwinkle; Threads 4 Thought joggers, $50, from Morley; Mixt Studio reversible bag, $36, from Fresh Produce may/june 2016

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Empowering lives is the big message behind these eco-conscious brands.

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Hawk Stillwind, co-creator at House

of Zen Dali, works with crafters and artisans from across the globe, producing its recycled clothing in Bali. This Indian “tata” integrates material from a ceremonial dress embroidered by a Guatemalan native.

Antique Hill Tribes fabric sashes woven by tribeswomen from the Golden Triangle region of Southeast Asia to carry newborn babies are recycled in one-of-a-kind bags from Zen Dali. The fabrics are 35 to 100 years old.

Antique Hill Tribes Fabric Delhi tote, $248, vegan bracelets, $72 each, and Hawk Stillwind Spirit Indian tata, $148, from Zen Dali; S’well bottle, $35, from Morley.

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Zen Dali artisan

Jen Scoz designs “natural bracelets” made from organic elements like wood, buffalo bone, brass and vermeil.

S’well’s mission is to rid the world of plastic bottles through its reusable water bottles that keep drinks cold for 24 hours and hot for 12. It has donated more than $200,000 to UNICEF in its efforts to provide clean water for the world’s most vulnerable children.

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Santa Monica’s Hard Tail produces its clothes with organic cotton and bamboo made in the U.S.

Mary Y Sol products are made from organically tanned leathers and responsibly sourced raw materials.

Skin is known for its use of soft natural fabrics and organic cotton materials.

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Mar y Sol hat, $98, and crocheted tote, $125, Skin sweatshirt, $168, and legging, $156, all from Periwinkle; Hard Tail laceback shirt, $100, from Kokonuts

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Madagascar-based Mar Y Sol promotes conservation Amour Vert’s non-toxic dyes distinguish this brand, which adopts a zerowaste policy in its production line.

Amour Vert floral top, $178, and shorts, $178, from Margaux Riviera; Mar y Sol tassel clutch, $108, from Periwinkle; Soko necklace, $139, and bracelets, $89 each, from Native Sun

and helps families achieve economic independence.

Soko connects mobileenabled artisans from developing countries directly to brands, retailers and online customers around the world. This allows artisans to engage the international marketplace, even if they lack access to the Internet, a computer or a bank account.

HOUSE OF ZEN DALI: 424 E. Atlantic Ave., 561/330-3436, jenscoz.com MARGAUX RIVIERA: 518 E. Atlantic Ave., 561/303-3362, margauxriviera.com PERIWINKLE: 339 E. Atlantic Ave.; 561/279-9699, periwinkleonline.com KOKONUTS: 310 E. Atlantic Ave.; 561/819-9443, kokodelray.com MORLEY: 415 E. Atlantic Ave., 561/270-7745, morleydelray.com NATIVE SUN: 209 E. Atlantic Ave., 561/276-3242, palmbeachnativesun.com FRESH PRODUCE: 401 E. Atlantic Ave., 561/404-1050, freshproduceclothes.com

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hat was a charity event?” was the question on everyone’s lips after “The Battle of the Boutiques” at Honey in Delray Beach.

Honey Nightlife collided forces with the American Cancer Society and Fashion for Humanity Events to put on a fundraising fashion show that had the audience drumming for more. The battle began way before the show date of February 28th 2016 with an online voting contest. Fifteen boutiques were chosen to battle it out to be in the top 5. Blessed Boutique, Fashion Art Clothing, Smith Inc., Veronica Mila Clothing and Love Rich Boutique earned the most votes; they were asked to present their best looks to a panel of celebrity judges in front of a spirited crowd.

During the show, an inspirational pause occurred when celebrity judge Jan Kucera spoke of her struggle with breast cancer. She explained the enormous impact that the American Cancer Society had on her recovery and the importance of supporting such an influential non-profit. Shortly after her speech, bone cancer survivor, Chelsea Wagner, strutted the catwalk wearing a show-stopping look from the winning boutique, LoveRich.

The room lit up with fire seeing the young beautiful survivor proudly wearing the gorgeous sheer maxi gown with velvet details by For Love & Lemons (available for purchase at LoveRich).

The winner, LoveRich Boutique, sells the latest in women’s fashion trends and accessories right in the heart of downtown Delray Beach on the corner of NE 5th and Atlantic Ave. Owner and buyer Jelena Lovric travels to fashion markets all over the country and hand selects merchandise for her store. Her vast knowledge of fashion design, merchandising and styling shines through everything in LoveRich Boutique. “My love and passion for fashion resonates in the store. I take pride in having an avid eye for fashion and always having something new and exciting for my clients,” said Jelena Lovric. With that level of devotion, there’s no surprise her boutique stole the hearts of the judges and every attendee.

To purchase the winning look, go to www. loverichboutique.com or stop by their store at 2 NE 5th Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33483. Honey Nightlife is located at 16 E Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444. For more info contact David@ HoneyDelray.com.

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The Little Chalet

emember the hula hoop? Transistor radios? Ouija boards? Lava lamps?

Then you probably remember fondue.

First popularized in Switzerland in the 1930s as a means of increasing the consumption of cheese, fondue has since evolved from a pot of melty cholesterol into just about anything cooked and/or dipped in a communal pot of cheeseoil-broth-chocolate. In the U.S. in the 1950s and 1960s it was as trendy as Sputnik toys and go-go boots.

Now, fondue is back. At least a little. At least at The Little Chalet. This clubby faux chalet from a family of Brazilian restaurateurs also touts its highend designer beef, but with steak houses as common as dirt and bad drivers in South Florida, it’s the fondue that will give you an experience rather less typical than one more slab of expensively pedigreed animal protein.

The best way to get that experience is the Chalet’s three-course fondue orgy for two. It costs 100 bucks and change, and begins with a pot of the classic cheese, then segues into a roster of proteins that you DIY cook in a mahogany-colored red wine consommé. The meal finishes with a seriously decadent bath of molten chocolate that can be tricked out with various and sundry flavorings.

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is the margherita. Channeling Italy’s famed margherita pizza, it enhances the basic cheese blend with more Parm, cherry tomatoes and a healthy chiffonade of fresh basil.

The Parm is a nice touch, giving a nutty character to the mix, while the basil contributes a grassy freshness, and the tomatoes help sustain the illusion you’re consuming something other than a monster bowl of runny, booze-infused cheese.

Like the cheese course, your entrée fondue arrives in a stylish copper pot kept warm by a small flame underneath. This pot, though, is brimming with deeply flavored consommé, the better for cooking your dinner of thumb-sized rolls of raw filet mignon, squares of partially cooked chicken and plump little shrimp. To keep it all interesting is an array of seven different sauces, from garlicky aioli to wild mushroom, horseradish, peppercorn and even nubbins of fresh pineapple dotted with chili flakes. may/june 2016

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It’s fun mixing and matching protein to sauce, stabbing the former with a long-handled fork, plunging it into the pool of broth and then dabbing it with whatever sauce might tickle your tastebuds. Cooking takes only a minute and the barest minimum of culinary acumen, though if you wind up with a mouthful of beef, chicken or shellfish sawdust you have no one but yourself to blame.

Finally, dessert beckons. Dessert fondues are all about the chocolate, whether straight up dark or more elaborate stylings featuring hazelnuts, Oreos or (we have a winner!) peanut butter.

This decadent marriage of nut and bean does wonders for cubes of pound cake, brownie, grapes, strawberries and sliced bananas. What it does for your waistline is probably better left unspoken. Even so, it’s tempting just to dunk your head in the pot and inhale—but that would be about as gauche as that old lava lamp. delray beach magazine

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Donna & Gerald Stone

Our region’s champions of the ukulele bring four-string smiles to Delray.

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y 6:30 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of every month, the four-stringed instrument, which Portuguese immigrants introduced dozens of amateur musicians gather in a circle of folding to Hawaiians in the 19th century. Viewed by many in the ‘70s and ‘80s chairs at Delray’s Veterans Park. All of them have brought as a Jazz Age relic or an object of Polynesian kitsch, the uke saw a comeukuleles from home, but no two “ukes” look alike; many of back after the new millennium, thanks to such crossover hits as Israel them don’t even sound alike. There are soprano ukes, conKamakawiwo’ole’s version of “Over the Rainbow” and Jake Shimabukuro’s cert ukes, tenor ukes, baritone ukes and bass ukes (aka the rendition of “While My Guitar Gently Weeps.” These days, the website gotU-bass). There are red ukes, black ukes, aquamarine ukes and, for the ladies, aukulele.com lists close to 130 ukulele societies in the United States; South pink and violet ukes, along with every shade of brown. Some are made from Florida has others in Palm Beach and Hollywood. mahogany, plywood or laminates; others are designed from plastic.

“It is the rage across the planet now,” Donna says. “But we only play from These are the members of the Boynton Uke Society (BUS). For the next our songbook, and the thing that makes us different from other groups is couple of hours, the players—mostly retirees, from Boca to Lake Worth—will that we get in a circle, and we all play from the same book. What happens play compositions selected by the Society’s founders, Donna Stone and her husin most places is they get in a circle, and this person plays a song, and then band Gerald, from a custom book of more than 120 uke-tailored songs, from a the next person plays a song—we’ll go to these meetings, and we’ll be there Beatles collection to blues, swing and standards. two and a half hours, and we’ll play two songs.

During a recent visit to a BUS session, Donna When you come here, you’re here for about two sported purple bifocals and a blue collared shirt UKES ON THE AVE hours, and you’re playing this song and the next emblazoned with the BUS’s official logo, a fanIn addition to the twice-monthly gatherings, the song and the next song.” shaped arrangement of ukuleles in rainbow colDonna and Gerald prize the ukulele for its Stones and some Society members will occasionors. She, like her husband, is a retired journalism budget-friendly availability—the instrument and ally play on Atlantic Avenue. They’ve been known professor. A native Mississippian who moved to its necessary accouterments won’t run more than to perform uke renditions from their repertoire Florida with Gerald in 2008 to care for her ail$100 at stores like Delray’s SoFlo Music School—as outside Sloan’s and The Green Owl, attracting ing father, Donna’s sense of southern charm cuts well as its learnability. clusters of watchers who sing and clap along to through everything she says, even if it’s something “If you learn C, A minor, F and G+7 [chords], the beat. But they’re not buskers, so don’t expect like “redundancy is built into the pedagogy.” you can play thousands of songs,” Donna says. a tip jar. As Donna says, “The joke is, we play for The Stones discussed the origins and popular“That’s the secret. It’s the simplicity of it that makes free. We stop for money.” ity of their group while players trickled into the it so wonderful, and after you do those four chords park’s community center, arranged their music a while, you naturally progress to more chords. It stands, tuned their instruments and shot the breeze, quickly creating a din of takes 20 minutes to learn how to play a ukulele; it’ll take a year to conquer it. plucked strings and cascading voices. The Stones launched the BUS in the fall “They say that you cannot play a ukulele without smiling,” she adds. “It’s of 2014 for the simple reason that Donna wanted a place to play her ukulele. true. It’s a happy sound.”

“Gerald was really not interested, except that I was playing ukulele, and On the night of my visit, the group strummed through a pre-selected we do everything together—50 years of doing everything together,” Donna set list of ‘60s pop and R&B touchstones—“Under the Boardwalk,” “Stand says. “He bought a baritone uke because he’s a guitar player. The baritone

By Me,” “I Heard it Through the Grapevine,” “The Great Pretender.” By the uses exactly the top four strings of a guitar, so there was no learning curve. third or fourth song, more than 30 players had shown up, filling the circle “If Gerald and I have a disagreement, it’s because he wants to play the and starting another one. Most played ukes, but one added color from a Everly Brothers and I want to play Eric Clapton,” Donna adds. “These harmonica, and three djembe drummers offered complementary percuspeople don’t want to play ‘Tiptoe Through the Tulips,’ and they don’t want sion. When she wasn’t playing, Donna Stone shot video of the circle, capto play Christmas music, and they don’t want to play Hawaiian. They want turing the variety of faces strumming in at least semi-unison, singing the to play rock and roll and swing.” soundtracks of their youth.

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Peter & Anne Vegso Thanks to happenstance and some soulful soup, these generous book publishers have made South Florida a better place.

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ad serendipity not intervened, Peter and Anne Vegso never would have met each other, and organizations like AVDA and the Junior League wouldn’t be what they are today.

On Aug. 12, 1969, Peter should have been out of town making sales calls for Johnson & Johnson, where he sold tampons, of all things. But instead he attended a party with a friend in Toronto.

Anne Selbie’s younger sister knew one of Peter’s friends and received an invitation to the same party. At first, Anne declined the opportunity to tag along: She didn’t like to stay out late on Tuesday nights. But she ultimately relented, and when Peter saw her across the room, it was the love-at-firstsight cliché from too many movies to name.

“I remember when Anne walked in with her sister,” Peter recalls. “I saw her, and I just knew that that was it. One of my other friends was hustling her that night. I had to push him aside.”

Anne was dating somebody else at the time, but it didn’t deter Peter. “I had a date that Friday night with my boyfriend,” she recalls. “Peter had my work phone number, and he called me around 4:30 on Friday afternoon. And he said something like, ‘what do you want to do tonight?’ I said, ‘I have plans.’ So he said, ‘cancel your plans. I’m picking you up at 6.’ And he put the phone down.

And that was it. He picked me up at 6 o’clock, and he’s been picking me up ever since.”

Peter and Anne married in 1971. Kismet has continued to guide them forward, though it took a little longer career-wise. The Vegsos moved to South Florida in 1976 to launch the U.S. Journal of Drug and Alcohol Dependence, a tabloid monthly directed at professionals in the addiction industry. It was a three-man operation, with Anne working as an unpaid secretary (she was born in England, and hadn’t yet acquired her green card).

Progress was slow, and for a while, Peter didn’t collect a salary.

“The first couple of years, we didn’t know if we were going to make it,” he recalls. “We had to find other things to do. We started another bimonthly feature magazine, but that wasn’t going to do it either. Then we got into the conference business, [and] that wasn’t enough either. So we got into the book business, publishing books in the addictions area.”

Recovery guides, wellness manuals and self-development handbooks are the rage now, but when the Vegsos founded HCI Books in 1977, they discovered a then-untapped niche. When their breakthrough book, Janet

Woititz’s Adult Children of Alcoholics, became a New York Times best-seller, it surprised even the Vegsos. “We didn’t know what the hell we were doing,” Peter admits. “We were selling it to professionals to give to their patients, and all of a sudden stores were calling us, wholesalers were calling us, asking, ‘How do we get this book?’”

Successes like these paid the bills and brought the Vegsos to Boca in 1985, but HCI remained a boutique publisher—that is, until the Vegsos met Jack Canfield. The motivational speaker offered Peter a co-authored collection of inspirational real-life stories that had been rejected by 133 publishers: Chicken Soup for the Soul. Peter remembers reading the manuscript for the first time in an airport. By the fifth story, he was weeping.

Chicken Soup has sold more than 8 million copies and spawned more than 200 sequels and spinoffs. Until 1998, all were published by HCI, which had to expand its facilities to accommodate the printing demands.

By the time Chicken Soup flew the coop for another publisher, the Vegsos had acquired enough of a fortune to begin to give back. They started a family foundation and gifted the Junior League of Boca Raton with its Community Resource Center.

They’ve also supported Delray’s Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, contributing the funds to expand its facilities in 2003.

And the Vegsos have fundamentally improved Equine Assisted Therapies of South Florida (EATSF) in Deerfield Beach, which connects therapy horses with children and adults with disabilities. In 2008, they provided the cost to create a covered arena for the organization, and in 2015 their financial support led to EATSF’s first permanent office building. “[EATSF] is the sort of place where you can see a child sit on a horse for the first time,” says Anne, who has been board president for four years. “And maybe they’re not even verbal. Maybe they sit in a wheelchair all day long.

But you put them on that horse and you see their first smile. There is such a connection between the kids and the horses.”

The Vegsos have enough touching stories from their time at each of these South Florida nonprofits—not to mention other recipients of their largesse, such as Place of Hope and Bethesda Hospital—to fill their own Chicken Soup book. Expect more where that came from. When asked to what he credits his philanthropy, Peter replied, “It’s called giving back. We’ve been blessed.”

“We’re in such a good place right now—who can we share this with?” adds Anne. “Whose life can we improve? That’s our mission.”

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“Who can we share this with?

Whose life can we improve? That’s our mission.”

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HEALING TOMES

HCI BOOKS is still a prolific, Deerfield Beach-based publisher of books in the health and wellness realm, with a catalog well into the thousands. Here are a few of the imprint’s 2016 offerings. ›› SEED TO SUPPER (home gardening manual) ›› LEAVE THIS SONG BEHIND (teen poetry collection) ›› STOPPING THE NOISE IN YOUR HEAD (anxiety prevention guide) ›› INKSPIRATIONS ANIMAL KINGDOM (adult coloring book) ›› MIRACLES WE HAVE SEEN (collection of inspirational medical anomalies)

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BY MARIE SPEED, JOHN THOMASON, AND THE HIGHLY SECRET AND DISCERNING COMMITTEE OF SOCIAL OBSERVERS (YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE) WHO CONTRIBUTED TO THIS ARTICLE

ur annual recap of Delray over the past year chronicles rising fortunes

Oand red flags, local heroes (and losers), trends and travesties, highs

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and lows—with plenty of food, drink and general Delray shenanigans.

Here’s to a very good year—in the most fun small town in America.

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Business & Retail The Core group speaks

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After what appeared to be a recessionary hiatus, the Congress Avenue Task Force is cooking again, with a plan to make this sleepy overlooked commercial corridor (“The Core”) Delray’s “next great street.” Ideas include creating viable neighborhoods around Old School Bakery, at 45 N. Congress, and nearby Saltwater Brewery, at 1701 W. Atlantic, and revamping the Palm Beach County South Administrative Center, at 345 S. Congress Ave. The task force also likes the idea of redesigning parts of Congress to encourage walking and biking, and building new dense housing developments to honor the New Urbanism live-work-play model. Let’s go. Time to spread that Delray vision and love farther west.

Kid diversionary tactics

It’Sugar may be a dentist’s nightmare, but any place that sells a 27-pound Gummy Bear has got our vote. But be forewarned that lots of kid candy—as well as vintage varieties—are sold next to adult novelty gifts, like a G-string made out of what looks like Sweet Tarts. Other fun places for the kids: Sloan’s Ice Cream, Sandoway House and Putt’n Around, our favorite golf course on the planet.

Hot business Delicious new business

We can’t really pick one, as the new retail growth is coalescing to form an entirely new generation of Avenue businesses.

But Eat Market fills a void in this walkable city: a new gourmet grocery and takeout that appeals to people who are having way too much fun to cook. Eat offers sandwiches that went to college (try the Banh Mi Vietnamwich), designer deli foods, fine meats and cheeses, seafood, juices and coffee—who needs a pesky kitchen?

Our favorite new Italian

Conté’s in Pineapple Grove offers fresh

and robust Italian takeout sandwiches and critical supplies like pasta and red sauce—and has homemade soups you can pair easily with pajamas and a “Walking Dead” marathon.

Best resort shopping when you live in a resort

No need to battle I-95 to venture into a mall (not that there’s anything wrong with that). Delray has spawned boutiques that know exactly how to dress its inhabitants—flowy, bright, on-trend. We say march right into Periwinkle, Morley and Roxy Lulu for starters. Although Snappy Turtle is also a no–fail moretraditional option.

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Ryan Boylston of Woo Creative re-

brands Old School Square, co-buys The Pineapple newspaper with Jeff Perlman and Scott Porten (and Fran Marincola and Craig Agranoff) and continues to hone his persona as creative Wonder Boy of new Delray.

MVP Delray’s Chief of Police Jeff Goldman

continues to change the face of law enforcement in the city by building relationships, walking around, listening to residents, and emphasizing “intelligenceled policing,” which uses information culled through crime analysis to employ resources more effectively. He’s requiring officers to spend 25 minutes outside of the car every day just talking to people in the neighborhoods they patrol, and he’s started programs like Donuts with the Delray Police Department, where the senior staff meets with the community.

He’s even got his own Facebook page.

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Above, the Californication (that’s the real name) sandwich from Eat Market and candy from It’Sugar; below, Jule Guaglardi of Roxy Lulu

Chain stores everyone was whining about that they love now

So who doesn’t like Urban Outfitters?

The Crosley record players alone had us at hello. And Fresh Produce?

Did you ever spend that much money at Mercer Wenzel?

Best press of the year

A travel article in the Wall Street Journal

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perfect days in Delray Beach, Florida,”

and mentioned many of our favorite stops, from the Seagate Hotel to Hudson at Waterway East to El Camino and Brulé. The only bad news? Now the world knows …

Best place to park your golf cart

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Best new opening

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Bedner’s took forever to open the doors to that bright orange market! Fresh produce (and we do not mean the clothing store) hits downtown Delray, and we could not be more thrilled. Now if we could just speed up that iPic theater ‌

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Coolest new bar

The Old Arcade in the hallowed space of Delray’s historic (1925) Arcade Tap Room is revving

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up again in the Caffé Martier space in a reimagined but largely untouched version (praise the lord) with a speakeasy vibe and an emphasis on retro cocktails (do we have to say mixology here?) For example, a venerable Old Fashioned, invented at Louisville’s Pendennis Club around 1895 by Bourbon king James E. Pepper and promptly migrating to the Waldorf Astoria in New York, is reinvented here as the Arcade Campfire. A Moscow Mule (ca. 1941 at Manhattan’s Chatham Hotel) is reborn as a Stone Waltz. And then you’ve got the vinyl collection, the big communal table, the legendary stories of an old secret passage to the Colony Hotel—all the makings of magic. This could be the first really cool bar in Delray since Ernie’s shuttered its doors.

James Serra mixes it up at The Old Arcade

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Best bar trend

It’s a three-way tie to prevent our editorial panel from coming to blows (pizza is one of those partisan issues): Mastino vs.

Scuola Vecchia vs. Swell. You cannot go wrong with any of these mighty pies.

Friday night hot spot

Historically, it’s always been 3rd and 3rd.

The untimely death of John Paul Kline took the wind out of its sails (and ours), but we still love this locals’ favorite for easy at-home drinks and great small bites through a changing seasonal menu that includes crowd-pleasers like the chili cheese fries, signature skewers, and braised short rib. Other places that say TGIF to us are El Camino and Tryst.

Where the locals love to hang:

Jimmy’s Bistro: A crowded little dining room, an inspired chef with an impressive chalkboard and a penchant to linger over a great dinner stacks up to a dreamy night at Jimmy’s, which is not just good—but really excellent. Did we mention the etouffée? Bravo, chef.

J&J Raw Bar & Grill: Chef-owner John Hutchinson has more specials nightly than anyone else, a great bar if you’re dining alone, and a raw bar to top it off. And mussels with Bleu cheese. Or warm rice salad. Or smoked fish dip just to start you off. Tell him we sent you.

Caffé Luna Rosa: This is our catcher’s mitt for breakfast, lunch and dinner— and the only place (aside from 50 Ocean) with a seaside location. Chef Ernie de Blasio rocks the Italian, and co-owner Fran Marincola (who sold 49 percent of the business to key managers) gets the award for coolest restaurant proprietor.

Brulé: Even if it did not have that wicked BLTE (applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, fried egg) sandwich, we’d love the neighborhood-y coziness, the sidewalk dining, the chic-meets-easy vibe of this place.

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Dada: This is a restaurant for all seasons.

The older folks drift in when it opens, and the late night is reserved for Gen X types or millennials. And then there’s all the poetry slam/art/music shenanigans.

But did we mention that the food is stellar? The front yard magical?

Best reason to go vegan for a night

Above, pizza from Mastino and below, French pizza from Max’s Social House

The New Vegan, owned by Nebar Exist with chef Rahein Jones (who was the late Corey Jones’ cousin), offers really good fresh food with none of that wannabe meat spin or mock soy nonsense. Real food, real flavor, and we like to think we’re raising a glass to the memory of Corey Jones, slain by a police officer when his car broke down in Palm Beach Gardens last October.

Late night hangover antidote

OK, so nothing’s better than a sack of drive-through Krystals. But you’re grown up now, and you can help avoid tomorrow’s cocktail flu with a snack at Max’s Social House until midnight Sunday through Thursday, and until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

We’re partial to chicken liver toast or a decadent French pizza: short rib and Gorgonzola dolce with arugula and caramelized onions. A couple of Advil wouldn’t hurt either.

KATY LYNCH

Best pizza

The classic dive bars in Delray break ranks with decades of tradition and go smoke-free—and people are loving it.

The Sail Inn was the first to clear the air, with a massive renovation that included scraping decades of nicotine off walls and ceiling (thank you Pat Robinson, Man of Steam) and replacing all the furniture—even tossing beloved bar photos.

Everything was repainted, new fixtures polished and installed, a ladies’ room larger than Rhode Island added—and the bar has never been busier. The Frog Lounge followed suit, and it’s getting rave reviews, too. What’s next? Gluten-free Fireball shots?

Old Delray vs. New Delray

Lunch spot Drink of choice Wheels Sunday Diversion Club

The Old Guard

The New Tycoon

Green Owl Subculture Coffee Dry martini Screamin’ Reels IPA Mercedes Tesla Golf at Village of Golf Brunch at Salt7 Gulfstream Rockwell Miami

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Drinking & Dining Waterfront incarnation we love Hudson’s at Waterway East

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has an outdoor bar that is gaining serious traction with residents and visitors alike.

Deck 84 used to be the only waterfront hot spot, and it still pulls in the numbers (and an alarming mob of tourists), but we are gravitating these days to Hudson’s daily “Social Hour” from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with two-for-one drinks—and the Sunday Funday specials. Not to mention the mahi tacos, roasted chicken, rosemary cheese grits and a few other menu faves.

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Best place to blow your Paleo diet

Atlantic Grille on Tuesday’s Doo Wop

Fat Rooster’s fried chicken and waffles should be treated as a controlled substance requiring a prescription and a blood test. Having said that, there is a reason this place won “Best Sandwich in America” last year from restaurant-hospitality.com. The Hen Loving Waffle beat out sandwiches across the country and consists of southern-style chicken thighs served between two sweet potato waffles topped with whiskey watermelon and a sorghum, peanut and benne seed slaw. It costs $16 and was the evil brainchild of Matthew Danaher, culinary director for Gary Rack Restaurant Management Group.

Bakery with attitude

News from the western front

Best place for a cup of a joe and a whopping millennial attitude

Subculture coffee. But Coffee District

has karaoke.

Best place to go and feel old Salt7

Best place to go and feel young nights

Punk glamour boy and French baker Loïc Autret puts some serious savoirfaire into his new bakery at the corner of George Bush Boulevard and Federal Highway. Autret, who was already winning a fan base at the Delray GreenMarket, offers artfully tasty sandwiches topped with Brie and a savory selection of meats for breakfast and lunch available with an array of coffees. The Pain au Chocolate is a crowd-pleaser, and the bakery is already the routine morning stop for people in search of fresh croissants, macaroons and (an elegant) breakfast on the go.

Rising like a mirage from the remnants of Delray’s agricultural land, Delray Marketplace has been a smashing success, and is building a new parking garage (finally!) to accommodate its patrons. The most notable contributors to its rising profile include its weekly concerts (very cool) and Apeiro, Burt Rapoport’s sleek Mediterranean restaurant that is knocking the lights out thanks to bright cuisine from chef Anthony Sitek (pictured).

Most unexpected place to do your downward dog

Try bending more than an elbow at Alexis King’s “Bend at the Brewery” yoga classes every Saturday and Sunday at Saltwater. The class is one hour and 15 minutes of Vinyasa/Power Yoga. The cost is $15 and an additional $5 for a flight of beer of your choice.

Far left, beet salad from Hudson’s and above, the awardwinning Hen Loving Waffle from Fat Rooster

Best new burger

Habit Burger is aptly named—and

deemed the best burger in America

by Consumer Reports—but the side of tempura-fried green beans is gaining on it as an addictive substance.

Top apps that are not on your phone

Conch salad from Bamboo Fire

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Truffle mac and cheese from Cut 432

Squash blossom quesadillas from El Camino

Anything from 32 East

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City Life Five things we hated this year: Too many festivals closing off the streets People Against Everything, especially anything having to do with the old Chamber and library sites in the 300-400 block of Federal Highway that have been a wasteland for the past eight years Rehabbers everywhere

Three projects with way too much drama

1. iPic: Really? Who wouldn’t want this chichi movie theater downtown? And what else did you have in mind for that site?

2. All Aboard Florida: That train left the station a long time ago.

3. Federal Highway facelift: Now, now—wasn’t it worth the wait?

Who’s Who Notes: Public official keeping it real:

First-time city commissioner Mitch Katz is winning hearts and minds.

Behind-the-scenes power brokers: Mary McCarty, Scott

Porten, Fran Marincola

New sheriff in town: Michael

Coleman, former Delray police captain, now runs the community improvement department—getting tough on contractors and making sure special event promoters play nice when it comes time to clean up.

Project: Boondoggle

Atlantic Crossing vs. Delray is the

project that never ends—too big, bogged down in lawsuits, looming like a bad thunderstorm over Delray’s future. We hope we’re wrong.

Delray goes New York We get our first alphabet district— SOFA—south of Atlantic.

Best bang for your buck

A new drum circle meets Wednesday nights on the lawn at Old School Square, bringing free spirits and old souls together. Translation: You can smell the patchouli from a block away.

CRA image through the years 1990: Helping save Delray 2001: Rock star for our All-

America City status 2005: Still winning 2015: Too big to fail?

The people who approved all the new development at Linton and Federal but forgot about the cars, as in traffic and parking $17 glasses of Chardonnay

Five things we loved this year: Rising property values No hurricanes Rebranding Old School Square so we do not have to call it Delray Beach Center for the Arts at Old School Square No high-rises on the beach—or in downtown (refer to Boca) Being named one of its top 10 “happiest seaside towns” by Coastal Living

Force to be reckoned with:

Mayor Cary Glickstein minces no words, brooks no fools and has been known to rip into people at the drop of a gavel.

Hotbed of cranks: Delray Raw Taking arts to a new level: Rob Steele brings new blood—and vision—to Delray’s Old School Square.

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AARON BRISTOL

These pages, clockwise: A rendering of the iPic, Savor the Avenue, the drum circle on the lawn of Old School Square, Mayor Cary Glickstein, Commissioner Mitch Katz

The problem that won’t go away

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Best reason for a traffic jam

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A five-block-long dining table under the stars serving 1,000 people and showcasing the charms of downtown Delray as well as its culinary chops is well worth shutting down the Avenue. Savor the Avenue is a tradition we need to keep.

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Arts & Entertainment

Rebranding for 2016

On most Wednesday nights in season, there’s nothing antique-y about Old School Square’s Vintage Gymnasium. Matthew Farmer’s reimagining of the gym as the has brought youth and variety into a space that desperately needed it.

Think of it as a multidisciplinary cultural speakeasy: April’s lineup included a comedy jam, a “Gospel Revolution” showcase and a brewery night for young professionals.

The bluehairs that populate the Crest’s lecture series are welcome to attend … at their own peril!

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“JAMnasium at the Fieldhouse”

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In & Out

In: Out:

Athleisure wear Bra straps

Men in hats Ironic mustaches

Natural and lean Big fake boobs

Red lips Tattoos

Golf carts Lexus SUVs

Juice bars Vape shops

Running CrossFit

French bread Gluten-free everything Hand-crafted cocktails Cosmo

Now you see it, now you don’t award Delray Square Performing Arts, the live theater in the

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former Delray Square fourplex space, barely made it through its rough first (and only) season. Gripes of amateurish acting, a shoddy sound system and unfair financial practices created an unsustainable chorus of grievances. West Delray residents have one fewer arts venue to patronize, but let’s face it: The acoustics stunk even when it was a movie theater.

Best concert no one saw:

Biggest arts shakeup: that DANG Artists Alley

This past September, a mini exodus struck Artists Alley. A change in ownership and a new lease agreement prompted five of the gallery lessees to vacate their spaces, which affected the careers of the dozens of artists that lined their walls. Luckily, the refugee artists quickly organized into a coalition called

Chatty Vermont folksinger Anais Mitchell was in high spirits last fall at Arts Garage, thrilled to be performing in South Florida for the first time—even for a crowd of no more than 40. Her ethereal voice conveyed quiet power and pointed commentary alike, on selections ranging from the vintage protest folk of “Why We Build the Wall” to the boozy barnburner “Our Lady of the Underground.”

Folk lovers are a diminishing niche, but with an audience this passionately and intimately connected to the music, the result was pure bliss.

DANG: Displaced Artists Negotiate Galleries, which has led to exhibits in other

A show whose title conjures swingers clubs and hedonistic Craigslist searches better be hot. And the Theatre at Arts Garage’s production of Laura Eason’s “Sex With Strangers” was indeed smokin’—with enough sexual tension and torn-off clothing to turn its spectators into voyeurs. But it was also a witty, sophisticated and trenchant observation on the generation gap and changing social mores. One downside: The set looked as flimsy as the cutlery at a children’s birthday party, so it’s a good thing none of us were looking at it. may/june 2016

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In his day job as Old School Square’s new artistic director, Matthew Farmer programs the entertainment at the historic arts campus’ cluster of buildings.

But as he proved at Joe Gillie’s heartfelt send-off in November, he has the vocal range, talent and old-school panache to fill a cabaret theater on his own.

Opposite, a member of the Renaissance Creatives at the new JAMnasium; this page, clockwise, DANG artists, Matthew Farmer and Anais Mitchell

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cities. And Byron Swart, the soft-spoken new curator at Arts Garage, has been showcasing a different DANG artist each month for a weekly pop-up show in his gallery. As an old Marxist once said, “Art is dead! Long live art!”

Best sex with strangers

Arts leader with great pipes

Best allocation of dollars and sense

The future of Arts Garage hung on tenterhooks this year, with the beloved but— according to critics—mismanaged venue facing eviction when it proved unable to purchase the property from the CRA by its deadline. Arts Garage supporters showed up in droves to a commission meeting, and their voices helped steer city officials in the right direction: preserving the Garage for at least six months, provided the arts hub meet certain conditions.

Onward and upward.

There’s nothing luxurious about a pastime that involves off-key butchering of power ballads in smoky bars dispensing PBR by the barrelful. But after experiencing the Coffee District’s famed Friday karaoke night, you’ll never want to visit a traditional karaoke bar again. Host Alex puts a boutique spin on song selection by providing singers with a laptop stocked with his archive of more than 150,000 tracks and growing. The variety is better than anyplace around—in terms of the inexhaustible song choices and the extra-pretentious craft beer options.

No strings attached.

Really.

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MEET A FEW PEOPLE WHO ARE KEEPING DELRAY REAL

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or the past few decades, as South Florida has sprawled westward (and vertically), its delicate ecosystems have become threatened. Habitat loss, rising water, polluted rivers and estuaries, invasive species—we’ve got it all. Still, there are warriors on the front lines taking on these challenges.

Here are a few hometown people fighting the good fight.

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Jim Chard

Chairman, Human Powered Delray Founder, ReLeaf JIM CHARD IS A MAN ON A MISSION. “We’re focused on making Delray Beach a more livable city that is sustainable and resilient,” he says. “It’s perhaps the most exciting work I’ve ever done.”

As chairman of Human Powered Delray, Chard is at the forefront of the organization’s efforts to make it easier for people to walk and bicycle in the city. “Right now it’s unsafe to ride a bicycle in Delray,” Chard says.

One goal is to increase the number of trips in Delray Beach made by bicycles and pedestrians to 20 percent of the overall number. Right now, according to Chard, just about one percent of the trips involve walking or bicycling. “We’re definitely trying to change a culture,” he says.

In addition to the obvious positive environmental impacts of reducing automobile emissions and lessening the dependence on fossil fuels, Chard sees more walking and biking as leading to less asphalt and more green space.

That benefit ties in well with another project Chard is leading. In 2014 he founded Delray Beach ReLeaf, an organization working with developers to replant trees that are in the way of bulldozers and also plant new trees in areas where they’re needed.

“We’re doing several things to prevent Delray Beach from becoming a city with just palm trees,” he says.

ReLeaf has already moved about 20 trees, and Chard says the organization has commitments from developers of two major projects in the city to relocate at least 65 more. Developers are also being asked to make donations that can be used to replace trees that can’t be saved from construction projects.

Chard is a driving force behind an effort to create a greenway in Delray Beach, which he describes as a country path alongside the E-4 canal by the municipal golf course that would include native plants and wildlife habitats. The path could be used by students bicycling to school as well as pedestrians looking for exercise. While creating a greenway may be an uphill climb, Chard and Human Powered Delray have already had several successes.

The group has created a master plan for the city that would provide corridors for pedestrians and bicyclists, and it is also working on grants to implement the plan.

“In order to change habits and mindsets, there has to be an infrastructure,” he says.

Perhaps one of Human Powered Delray’s greatest successes is bringing valet parking for bicycles to the Delray GreenMarket.

“Before we did it, there were maybe three or four bicycles at the GreenMarket on a Saturday, now there are as many as 200,” he says.

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JD Dickenson President-Elect Coastal Conservation Association of Florida

FOR THE BETTER PART OF TWO DECADES, what was known as Goggle Eye Reef, just north of the Boynton Inlet, was invisible to divers and to the underwater species that once called it home.

Then JD Dickenson came along, and Goggle Eye Reef—or at least a new version of it—reemerged.

Dickenson, of Delray Beach, is an active member of the Coastal Conservation Association of Florida, a 30-year-old organization designed to preserve the state’s marine resources.

“It’s very much an organization with the next generation in mind,” Dickenson says.

Initially, the organization was comprised largely of recreational fishermen focused on preserving fish populations and fighting to restrict commercial fishing practices that were decimating game fish populations.

Over time, however, it began looking at broader issues such as water quality and habitat restoration. “That’s where the organization has gone,” he says. “We’re now looking at how we can benefit the ecosystem.”

Having grown up in the area and being familiar with Goggle Eye Reef—named after a type of bait fish that inhabited the area—Dickenson launched an effort in 2013 to see if there was a way to bring back once-prevalent wildlife. Raising about $80,000 and working with state and local officials, Dickenson spent 18 months on the project and last September created an artificial reef made of limestone boulders and concrete from an old seawall.

Soon, coral was colonizing again and reef fish were returning.

“It’s doing exactly what we hoped it would do,” Dickenson says.

Several other restoration projects are also in the works, including a Lake Worth lagoon project using mangroves and oyster reefs to create habitats.

“The ocean was very much a part of my upbringing,” he says. “I was fortunate to have an incredible playground.”

Keeping that for future generations, he says, is critical. “If we don’t do something about reversing environmental degradation, it won’t be Florida anymore,” he says.

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Michiko Kurisu Co-founder Swinton Community Growing Project

MICHIKO KURISU WAS THERE FROM THE START, as one small plot of land near downtown Delray Beach evolved from an eyesore into an oasis.

“When we went to clear the lot we picked up so much trash and debris,” she says. “Now you can put your hands in the soil and find so much life.”

That little plot of land has morphed into the Swinton Community Growing Project, a cooperative effort focused on nourishing the soil by planting crops without the use of chemicals.

“It’s about nurturing the earth over time,” she says.

A professional photographer who grew up on a non-working farm in Oregon, Kurisu started the community project with the goal of breaking away from food produced commercially using pesticides and fertilizers.

“I wanted to grow my own food,” she says. “Industrial farming is very problematic, and more and more people are looking for locally produced and organic food.”

Kurisu discovered the vacant plot on Swinton Avenue right across from Old School Square and contacted the owners. They agreed to let her use the property—at no charge—to start a community garden tucked between two houses, one of which is home to the Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency. “At the time there really wasn’t anything like this in Delray Beach,” she says.

Soon she had joined forces with a friend and master gardener, Betsy Pickup, and was hearing from people in the community who wanted to join the effort. Before long, about 40 people had signed up, and green leaves replaced empty beer cans and litter.

“It’s such a joy to grow your own food,” Kurisu says. “We’ve become so disconnected from the source of our food, but it’s important to know where your food comes from.”

She says the garden serves many purposes—from educating people about food production to providing a gathering spot for those who share a love of the earth. “I’m convinced the benefits are equally environmental and social,” she says.

She also believes that having a community garden builds a stronger community. “To have something like this is an amazing opportunity for Delray Beach to show it cares about the environment and the future,” she says.

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John Morgan

Director of Environmental Services City of Delray Beach FLORIDA NATIVE JOHN MORGAN came by his appreciation of the great outdoors naturally.

“It’s always been my passion,” says Morgan, who studied wildlife ecology and natural resources management before becoming an “airboat jockey” for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, finding ways to increase wildlife populations.

Morgan later held several additional positions in state government, including working on Gov. Bob Graham’s natural resource policy staff, before he moved to the South Florida Water Management District as a project manager to help plan and implement the long-term Everglades Restoration Plan.

In 2014, he joined the City of Delray Beach as its sustainability officer and early this year was appointed director of the city’s Environment Services Department.

“If the city can lead by example, the private sector will follow,” he says.

Morgan’s tasks range from converting the city garage lighting to more efficient LED bulbs to replacing the city’s aging water treatment plant so it can operate more effectively. One idea is to see if water flowing from the plant can be used to generate electricity. The scope of Morgan’s work, however, reaches beyond city facilities.

After arriving in Delray Beach, he served as liaison with the city’s volunteer Green Implementation Advancement Board, charged with making recommendations to the Delray Beach City Commission on steps that can be taken to protect the environment. The board’s goals are centered on three areas: reducing greenhouse gases, adapting to sea level rise and increasing energy efficiency.

“We’re also encouraging business owners to recycle,” he says, adding that there are additional costs for businesses associated with recycling but that there are ways to offset those costs.

With sea levels expected to climb, the city is looking at replacing aging seawalls with ones that can be retrofitted as the water rises. Morgan says the city is also looking at opportunities to create living shorelines, where mangroves and other vegetation replace concrete structures.

“Our goal is to make sure all our assets perform the best they can in order to maintain and improve our quality of life,” he says.

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Craig van der Heiden Chief Executive Officer Institute for Regional Conservation

THE SON OF A GAME RANGER IN ZIMBABWE, Craig van der Heiden has long been an advocate for preserving natural habitats and preventing the extinction of endangered species.

“There is a moral responsibility to conserve species,” he says.

As CEO of the Delray Beach-based Institute for Regional Conservation, Van der Heiden is leading efforts in South Florida and throughout Mexico and the Caribbean to prevent the disappearance of animals, insects, rare plants—and eventually entire ecosystems.

One way to do that, he says, is to remove exotic—or non-native— species from an area and replace them with native plants that attract insects and wildlife.

He says Brazilian pepper is a perfect example of a plant in South Florida that needs to go. “Brazilian pepper will create a monoculture where nothing can grow beneath it,” he says. “If you just have Brazilian pepper you won’t have diversity.”

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Founded in 1984 by George Gann—a descendant of South Florida pioneers and an international native plants expert—the Institute for Regional Conservation moved from Miami-Dade County to Delray Beach in January of 2013. Gann, who remains chief conservation strategist, turned the organization’s reins over to Van der Heiden that same year.

For Van der Heiden, studying habitats of rare or endangered species is nothing new. While living in Zimbabwe, he worked with his family in the ecotourism industry, helping tourists understand the importance of preserving endangered species. “It was a natural progression for me to work in conservation,” he says.

While working on his master’s degree here in South Florida, Van der Heiden returned to Africa to study the diminishing black rhino population. He was able to create a model to predict the best habitat for re-introducing rhinos into the savannahs of Malawi. He later did research in the Everglades, studying how crayfish select habitats.

Education and outreach are an important part of the institute’s efforts.

Earlier this year the nonprofit organization worked with Delray Beach and community volunteers to remove exotic species from Atlantic Dunes park and re-introduce 18 native species historically found in the area.

“We really try and engage with our community,” van der Heiden says.

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Black and white. It doesn’t get simpler, or more spectacular, when it comes to creating classic style. Once again, this tried-and-true interior trend is all the rage in stylish spaces throughout the home, from entertaining areas to powder rooms. For proof, we present the following dazzling decors and accents that make other color combinations pale by comparison.

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Pair black with white—and enrich your interior spaces with timeless style.

A short hallway features a built-in bench backed with bold black-andwhite wallpaper and the similarly colored striped pillow and rug. The confined nature of this area provides the perfect spot to create a surprising statement of color and pattern.

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Fort Lauderdale-based designer Toby Zack masterfully limits this dining room’s color palette to black and white to accentuate the angled forms and clean lines of the furnishings. Framed art helps to move the room from sterile to stunning.

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Paper & Tea dragon egg tea set, $325, ABC Carpet & Home, Delray Beach

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Honeycomb chest, $2,995, Jayson Home, jaysonhome.com Norwich chair, $2,485, Kate Spade, katespade.com

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CROSSROADS FINANCIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

WHERE: Delaire Country Club, Delray Beach WHAT: The Crossroads Financial Seventh Annual Golf Tournament

included an interactive putting contest, driving range practice, awards reception and a silent auction. The event benefited the March of Dimes.

Jason Rosenstein, Jarard Gabriel, Max Toledo and Rob Schwartz

Jim Rothman and Tabitha Moore

Darren Palestine, Jim Rothman and Lee Haskin

Portia Ramassar and Tabitha Moore

Collin Constantino, Charlie Hall, Zach Naussbaum and Bryan Levine

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AN EVENING OF SWEETNESS & LAUGHTER WHERE: Seagate Country Club, Delray Beach WHAT: The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation’s 17th annual “An Evening

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of Sweetness & Laughter” raised close to $100,000 for education and research of children’s genetic brain diseases. Comedian Johnny Lampert performed, and Ron Assaf and Dr. Gustavo Maegawa were honored during the See the Light Awards Ceremony.

Marianne Jacobs, Randy Colman, Judy Levis Markhoff and Jenn Betesh Dr. Gustavo Maegawa, Sue Kahn, Kevin and Lisajane Romer

Kevin and Lisajane Romer

Ron and Dori Klein

Randy Colman and Christine E. Lynn

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LAUGH WITH THE LIBRARY

WHERE: Delray Beach Marriott, Delray Beach WHAT: The Delray Beach Public Library’s Laugh with the Library event

celebrated its 10th anniversary with comedians, cocktails and dinner by the bite. The event raised more than $111,500 for child and teen programs.

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The Office is a modern American gastropub that serves delicious, gourmet comfort food, in a setting reminiscent of a luxurious home office. Menu favorites include an array of juicy burgers, inventive salads, swell sandwiches, wonderful appetizers, mouthwatering seafood, chicken and beef entrees.

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ith all the chichi expensive dining on the Avenue, it’s refreshing to land at the bright and cheery Taverna Opa, which has an easy ambience and great Greek food.

We plowed through a selection of traditional Greek appetizers: a fine tzatziki, thick and creamy Greek yogurt spiked with garlic, fennel, cucumber and dill; silken melitzanosalata, whipped eggplant with roasted red pepper and orange zest; tarama, a bread-based emulsion of olive oil, lemon and salmon roe; and dolmades, little grape leaf cigars stuffed with citrusy, herb-tinged rice.

Entrées included a surprisingly delicate version of moussaka and a whole grilled bronzino anointed with lemon and orange juices, olive oil and herbs, and finished in the oven. And dessert was also a delight, from the light baklava to a yummy galaktoboureko, a Greek-style pie of golden, brittle phyllo dough enriched by a creamy vanilla custard presented with a tangy-sweet lemon-honey syrup.

We greet Opa with open arms—and we’ll see you there!

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$ Inexpensive: under $17 $$ Moderate: $18 to $35 $$$ Expensive: $36 to $50 $$$$ Very expensive: $50+ DELRAY BEACH 3rd & 3rd—301 N.E. Third Ave. Gastropub. The late John Paul Kline’s quirky, obscurely located little place is one of the most important restaurants in Delray. The menu changes frequently, but hope the evening’s fare includes plump scallops with caramelized mango sauce, shrimp and chorizo skewers with corn puree, stunning delicious roasted cauliflower with Parmesan mousse and bacon, and wicked-good espresso panna cotta. • Dinner Mon.–Sat. 561/303-1939. $$

32 east—32 E. Atlantic Ave. Contemporary American. At a time when chefs and restaurants seem to be constantly shouting their own praises, Nick Morfogen and 32 East go quietly about their way of serving thoughtfully conceived, finely crafted dishes with a minimum of fuss and artifice. The menu changes daily, but recent examples of Morfogen’s culinary expertise include rosemary honey-glazed Georges Bank scallops and wood-fired brown turkey fig and medjool dates wrapped in prosciutto. When the food is this good, you don’t need to shout. • Dinner daily.

561/276-7868. $$$ 50 ocean—50 S. Ocean Blvd. Seafood. The former Upper Deck at Boston’s on the Beach is now the more upscale, seafood-oriented spot. The menu ranges from familiar to slightly more inventive, from a classic lobster bisque and crisp-tender fried clam bellies to rock shrimp pot pie and baked grouper topped with blue crab. The cinnamon-dusted beignets are puffs of amazingly delicate deep-fried air and should not under any circumstances be missed. • Lunch Mon.–Sat. Dinner daily. Brunch Sun. 561/278-3364. $$

angelo elia pizza • bar • tapas—16950 Jog Road. Italian. Nothing on the menu of Angelo Elia’s modern, small plates-oriented osteria disappoints, but particularly notable are the meaty fried baby artichokes stuffed with breadcrumbs and speck, delicate chicken-turkey meatballs in Parmesan-enhanced broth, and Cremona pizza with a sweet-salty-earthypungent mélange of pears, pancetta, gorgonzola, sundried figs and mozzarella. • Lunch Tues.–Sun. Dinner daily. 561/381-0037. $

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buddha sky bar—217 E. Atlantic Ave. Pan Asian.

nean. Delray Beach’s already stellar culinary scene has another winner, and west Delray diners have another reason to stay in their neighborhood with this stylish, contemporary Mediterranean restaurant. The vibe here is sleek and chic, and the menu spans the entire Mediterranean, with dishes like Moroccan-spiced lamb ribs, 14-ounce doublecut pork chop and fluffy meatballs adorned with tomato sauce, ricotta and pesto. The apple crostata, baked in a wood-burning oven, is one of the best desserts in town. • Dinner daily. 561/501-4443. $$

Don’t miss a meal at this stylish Asia-meets-industrial chic spot with a view of the Delray skyline. Chineseinfluenced dim sum is inspired, while rock shrimp tempura and Tokyo beef skewers with twin chimichurri sauces touch the heart and the taste buds. • Dinner Wed.–Sun. 561/450-7557. $$

atlantic grille—1000 E. Atlantic Ave. Seafood/ Contemporary American. This posh restaurant in the luxurious Seagate Hotel & Spa is home to a 450-gallon aquarium of tranquil moon jellyfish and a 2,500-gallon shark tank. Savor deliciously inventive cuisine that takes the contemporary to the extraordinary. Bold flavors, inspired techniques and the freshest ingredients make every meal a culinary adventure. • Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Sat.–Sun. 561/665-4900. $$

brulé bistro—200 N.E. Second Ave., Suite 109. American. This chic and casual bistro tucked away in the Pineapple Grove district of Delray Beach serves modern American cuisine, artisan wines, craft beers and handcrafted cocktails. This intimate neighborhood bistro has the culinary IQ of a very fine restaurant. It is local Delray at its best, with entrées like Snake River Kobe flank au poivre to Maine lobster bisque with fennel pollen. • Lunch and dinner Mon.–Sun. 561/274-2046. $$

burt & max’s—9089 W. Atlantic Ave. Contemporary American. Burt Rapoport and Dennis Max have struck gold with their first collaboration in years, bringing an accessible and affordable brand of contemporary comfort food to the underserved denizens of west Delray. A few dishes from Max’s other restaurnat, Max’s Grille, have made the trek, like the hearty chopped salad and baconwrapped meatloaf. Other dishes are variations on the comfort food theme, including a stellar truffle-scented wild mushroom pizza. • Dinner daily. Sunday brunch.

561/638-6380. $$$ cabana el rey—105 E. Atlantic Ave. Cuban tropical.

Little Havana is alive and well in Delray. The menu is a palette-pleasing travelogue, including starters like mariquitas (fried banana chips) and main courses such as seafood paella (think mussels, shrimp, clams, conch, scallops and octopus). • Lunch and dinner daily.

561/274-9090. $$ cabo flats—Delray Marketplace, 14851 Lyons Road.

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[ dining guide ] that of California’s Chicano culture. All your favorite Mexican dishes are there, as well as enormous margaritas but also niftier items like the crispy tuna tacos. • Lunch and dinner daily. 561/499-0378. $

caffé luna rosa—34 S. Ocean Blvd. Italian. This favorite is always lively, and alfresco dining is the preferred mode. Entrée choices are enticing, but we went with the house-made pasta alla vodka with pancetta, tomato and basil. Also delicious was the costoletta di vitello, a center-cut 14-ounce veal chop lightly breaded and served with San Marzano tomato sauce. • Brunch and dinner daily. 561/274-9404. $$ city oyster—213 E. Atlantic Ave. Seafood. This stylish mainstay of Big Time Restaurant Group serves up reasonably priced seafood that never disappoints, such as shrimp and grits with jumbo lump crab cake, jalapeño cheddar grits, asparagus and peperonata. • Lunch Mon.–Sun. Dinner nightly. Outdoor dining.

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cut 432—432 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach.

Steak house. Hipper decor, a more casual vibe and an inventive take on steak-house favorites make this sleek restaurant just different enough to be interesting.

Starters such as ceviche (prepared Peruvian style) and ultrarich oysters Rockefeller are first-rate, while the wet-aged beef is appropriately tender and tasty. • Dinner daily. 561/272-9898. $$$

dada—52 N. Swinton Ave. Contemporary American. The same provocative, whimsical creativity that spawned Dada the art movement infuses Dada the restaurant, giving it a quirky charm all its own. The comfort food with a moustache menu has its quirky charms too, like shake-n-bake pork chops with sweetsavory butterscotch onions, and a brownie-vanilla ice cream sundae with strips of five-spice powdered bacon. The wittily decorated 1920s-vintage houseturned-restaurant is, as they say, a trip. • Dinner daily.

561/330-3232. $$

d’angelo trattoria—9 S.E. Seventh Ave. Italian.

Don’t go here expecting all the tired old “Italian” culinary clichés; open your palate to more authentic and exciting Roman-style cuisine, like roasted veal bone marrow with brisk caper-parsley pesto, creamy-dreamy burrata with roasted fava beans and watercress salad, the classic tonnarelli cacio e pepe (“cheese and pepper”) and the best gelato this side of a real Roman trattoria. • Dinner daily. 561/330-1237. $$

deck 84—840 E. Atlantic Ave. Contemporary American. Burt Rapoport’s ode to laid-back tropical dining is like a day at the beach without getting sand between your toes. Though the restaurant is casual, the kitchen takes its food seriously, whether the stellar flatbreads or the thick and juicy 10-ounce special blend burger. And the waterfront location can’t be beat. • Lunch Mon.– Fri. Brunch Sat.–Sun. Dinner daily. 561/665-8484. $

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Try a little fine dining—with a decidedly casual spin BURGERFI—6 S. Ocean Blvd. American. Sometimes you just want to chill, and Burgerfi is a great way to do this. The burgers at this snappy oceanfront bistro—all-natural Black Angus beef—are a big hit, whether a single “All the Way” burger or the $10 Ultimate Cheeseburger, which is a pair of ground brisket burgers, plus Swiss and blue cheeses. You can customize your burger too, choosing from a roster of free add-ons like mayo, relish and grilled onions, and from a list of “premium” toppings.

• Lunch and dinner daily. 561/278-9590. $

EL CAMINO—15 N.E. Second Ave. Mexican.

This sexy, bustling downtown spot is from the trio behind nearby Cut 432 and Park Tavern. Fresh, quality ingredients elevate everything from the tangy tomatillo salsas to the world-class fish tacos clad in crisp, delicate fried skin and set off by tart pineapple salsa. Cinnamon and sugar-dusted churros are the perfect dessert. And do check out the margaritas, especially the half-and-half blend of smoky mezcal and blanco tequila. • Lunch and dinner daily. 561/865-5350. $$

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TAVERNA OPA—270 E. Atlantic Ave. Greek. This

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bright and cheery taverna is a great way to have an evening on the Ave without breaking the bank. Enjoy hot and gold meze, Greek specialties like moussaka and pastitsio—or wood-fired lamb chops and artichoke chicken. Greek, Middle Eastern and Spanish music is specially mixed to give you that I’m-at-thePlaka feel, and there is even the occasional bellydancing show and some mean happy hour deals.

Love this place! • Dinner daily. 561/303-3602. $

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[ dining guide ] latitudes ocean grill—2809 S.Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach. Contemporary American. This seaside restaurant at the Delray Sands has long been an unfussy local favorite—with a jaw-dropping view. Think gold standard faves like calamari, mom’s chicken soup, stuffed portabello, steaks, chops, the always-great yellowtail snapper. • Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.–Sat. Brunch Sun. 561/278-6241. $$

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lemongrass bistro—420 E. Atlantic Ave. PanAsian. Casually hip ambience, friendly service, moderate prices and a blend of sushi and nouveau pan-Asian fare make this original Lemongrass and its three younger siblings some of the most popular restaurants around. The quality of its seafood and care in its preparation are what gives Lemongrass its edge. • Lunch and dinner daily. 561/278-5050. $

fifth avenue grill—821 S. Federal Highway. American.

Since 1989, this upscale tavern has been a Delray favorite.

The straightforward menu focuses on entrées, especially the famed Allen Brothers beef; choose from numerous cuts and preparations—and add a lobster tail for good measure.

• Lunch and dinner daily. 561/265-0122. $$

il girasole—1911 S. Federal Highway. Northern Italian. This South Florida classic is not trendy, but it offers a level of comfort and consistency that has been bringing people back for 30 years. The food is fine hearty Italian, with excellent service. Try the veal Kristy or the calves brains. • Dinner Tues.–Sun. 561/272-3566. $$

the grove—187 N.E. Second Ave. American. The

j&j seafood bar & grill—634 E. Atlantic Ave.

Grove offers excellent food, the kind that gives hope that our part of South Florida can be a culinary destination on par with the best in the country. There’s excellent service too, and an equally commendable wine list, one that boasts by-the-glass selections actually worth drinking. The menu changes biweekly and, like the restaurant, lacks even a crumb of pretension—and is uniformly excellent. • Dinner Tues.–Thurs. 561/266-3750. $$$

Seafood. This local favorite on the Avenue—owned

by John Hutchinson (also the chef) and wife Tina— serves up everything from burgers and wraps to a menu brimming with seafood options. Don’t forget to inquire about the stunning array of 10 specials— every night. • Lunch and dinner Tues.–Sat. 561/2723390. $$

henry’s—16850 Jog Road. American. This casual, unpretentious restaurant from Burt Rapoport in the west part of town never fails to delight diners. Expect attentive service and crisp execution of everything— from meat loaf, burgers and fried chicken to flatbreads and hefty composed salads. • Lunch Mon.–Sat. Dinner nightly. 561/638-1949. $$

house of siam—25 N.E. Second Ave. Thai. The normally riotous flavors of Thai cuisine are muted at this charming, family-friendly spot, but that seems to suit diners just fine. Dishes, well-prepared and generously portioned, include steamed chicken and shrimp dumplings with sweet soy dipping sauce and crisp-fried duck breast in a very mild red curry sauce.

• Lunch Mon.–Fri. Dinner daily. 561/330-9191. $$

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jimmy’s bistro—9 S. Swinton Ave. Eclectic.

Jimmy’s cheerily unpretentious atmosphere applies to the eclectic menu, which flits from China to Italy to New Orleans at will. Best bets are a lovely salad of ripe tomatoes and fresh, milky house-made mozzarella; a rich, elegant version of lusty Cajun etouffee; and caramelized bananas in puff pastry with silken vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce. • Dinner daily.

561/865-5774. $$ la cigale—253 S.E. Fifth Ave. Mediterranean. This kitchen turns out gently updated and classically oriented dishes notable for the quality of their ingredients and careful preparation. Sweetbreads in chanterelle cream sauce are simply glorious; a barely grilled artichoke with mustardy remoulade is gloriously simple. • Dinner Mon.–Sat. 561/265-0600. $$

mastino— 25 N.E. Second Ave. Italian/pizza.

While pizza from the restaurant’s oak-fired oven may be the focus, Mastino also dishes an array of small plates, from an achingly rich mac-n-three cheeses to a hearty “Old School” meatball with tomato sauce and ricotta to plump littleneck clams in a garlicky white wine-olive oil broth. • Lunch Fri.–Sun. Dinner daily. 561/921-8687. $ max’s harvest—169 N.E. Second Ave. Contemporary American. Restaurateur Dennis Max, instrumental in bringing the chef- and ingredient-driven ethos of California cuisine to South Florida in the 1980s, is again at the forefront of the fresh, local, seasonal culinary movement.

Max’s Harvest soars with dishes like savory bourbonmaple glazed pork belly, goat-cheese croquettes with red chili-guava jelly and grilled local swordfish with orange cumin vinaigrette. • Dinner daily. 561/381-9970. $$ max’s social house—116 N.E. Sixth Ave. Gastropub. Dennis Max has hit on a winning formula at this residence-turned-restaurant that has seen its share of incarnations. Expect inventive farm-to-fork small plates, artisan cocktails and craft beers, and a hip, urban vibe.

Highlights include house-made pimento cheese with pickled tomatoes, the Wagyu beef hot dog, thick and juicy all-American burgers and gum-tender braised short rib with killer mac-n-cheese. Banana cream pie is so ridiculously luscious you’ll wish they served it in a gallon bucket instead of a mason jar. 561/501-4332. $$

the office—201 E. Atlantic Ave. Contemporary American. It’s a safe bet that your office is nothing like this eclectic gastropub, unless your office sports red leather and cowhide chairs, more than two dozen craft beers on tap and a menu that flits from burgers and fries to mussels. Don’t miss the restaurant’s winning take on the thick, juicy Prime beef burger and simply wicked maple-frosted donuts with bacon bits and two dipping sauces. • Lunch and dinner daily. 561/276-3600. $$ may/june 2016

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[ dining guide ] park tavern—32 S.E. Second Ave. Contemporary

scuola vecchia—522 E. Atlantic Ave. Neapolitan

terra fiamma—9169 W. Atlantic Ave. Italian. The

American. The guys from Cut 432 have done it again with this hip, casual modern American tavern. The menu is tightly focused and tightly executed, whether Maryland crab cake featuring fat chunks of succulent crab or a behemoth slab of tender, juicy prime rib for a near-saintly $29—or the decadent soft pretzel bites. • Dinner daily, brunch Sat. and Sun. 561/265-5093. $$

pizza. This bright pizza and wine place makes a certified and serious Neapolitan pizza—according to standards set forth by The Associazone Pizzaliola Napolentani (APN). That means light flavorful dough, spanking fresh imported ingredients—and about as far away as you can get from the American smeary cheesy greasy version. • Lunch and dinner Tues.–Sun. 561/865-5923. $

pleasures of simple, hearty, well-prepared Italian-American cuisine are front and center at Wendy Rosano’s latest venture. Among the pleasures you should enjoy are delicate, pillow-y veal meatballs in Marsala sauce; lusty chicken Allesandro with mushrooms, spinach and artichoke hearts; and a finely crafted tiramisu that’s as satisfying as it is familiar. • Lunch and dinner daily.

561/495-5570. $$

smoke—8 E. Atlantic Ave. Barbecue. With famed

tramonti—119 E. Atlantic Ave. Italian. With its roots

prime—110 E. Atlantic Ave. Steak/Seafood. Prime has a neo-supper club decor, extensive wine list and roster of designer steaks. Starters and desserts fare better than entrées, especially plump, crabby Maryland-style crab cakes and indecently luscious chocolate bread pudding.

• Dinner daily. 561/865-5845. $$$

pit master Bryan Tyrell manning the smoker, this joint smokes every other barbecue spot in South Florida. Pretty much everything that comes out of Tyrell’s three-wood smoker is good, but his competitionstyle ribs are porky-smoky-spicy heaven, the Sistine Chapel of rib-dom. Crisp-greaseless house-made potato chips, meaty baked beans and plush-textured banana-coconut pudding are also excellent. The ambiance is an inviting blend of Southern hospitality, urban chic and sports bar. • Lunch and dinner daily.

561/330-4236. $$

in New York’s Angelo’s of Mulberry Street, this venue is always packed. Homemade stuffed manicotti is aromatic and glorious. Tramonti’s platter for two, containing fillet marsala, veal cutlet with prosciutto, fried zucchini and potato croquettes, is terrific. • Lunch Mon.–Sat. Dinner nightly. Outdoor dining. 561/272-1944. $$

racks fish house + oyster bar—5 S.E. Second Ave. Seafood. Gary Rack, who also has scored with his spot in Mizner Park, certainly seems to have the restaurant Midas touch, as evidenced by this updated throwback to classic fish houses. Design, ambience and service hit all the right notes. Oysters are terrific any way you get them; grilled fish and daily specials are excellent. • Lunch and dinner daily. 561/450-6718. $$$

sundy house—106 S. Swinton Ave. Contemporary American/Mediterranean. It’s always been historic, with a changing lineup of top chefs. These days the Sundy House menu is a “soulful” blend of Mediterranean flavors and Southern comfort food—served in arguably the most beautiful restaurant and gardens in Delray.

Menus are seasonal and imaginative. • Lunch Tues.–Sat. Brunch Sun. Dinner Tues.–Sun. 561/272-5678. $$$

the porch—85 S.E. Sixth Ave. Italian. The concept is simple: fresh, honest, inviting food. The husband-wife team of Heinrich Lowenberg and Pamela Lomba delivers with classic and creative dishes, alike. Highlights include house-made capellini and the cocoa-dusted tiramisu. • Dinner daily. 561/303-3647. $$

tryst—4 E. Atlantic Ave. Eclectic. It’s tough to beat this hotspot with the lovely outdoor patio, wellchosen selection of artisan beers and not-the-usualsuspect wines, and an eclectic “gastropub” menu of small and large plates. Try the charred shishito peppers. • Dinner nightly, brunch Sat. and Sun. 561/921-0201. $$

vic & angelo’s—290 E. Atlantic Ave. Italian. Vic’s Buffalo mozzarella, house-made pastas and San Marzano tomatoes are first-rate, and execution is spot on. We are especially partial to the deservedly famous “John’s mom’s meatball.” Portions are substantial, so expect leftovers. • Lunch and dinner daily. 561/278-9570. $$$ BOYNTON BEACH bar louie—1500 Gateway Blvd. Eclectic. Attempting to split the difference between happening bar and American café, Bar Louie mostly succeeds, offering burgers, pizzas, fish tacos and a variety of salads, all at moderate prices and in truly daunting portions. • Lunch and dinner daily. 561/853-0090. $

china dumpling—1899-5 N. Congress Ave. Chinese.

The dim sum basket is an absolute must-try. Meanwhile, the pork dumplings and shrimp dumplings are not to be missed. • Lunch and dinner daily. 561/737-2782. $

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prime catch—700 E. Woolbright Road. Seafood.

Simple pleasures soar—full-belly clams, fried sweet and crispy, or a perfectly grilled piece of mahi or bouillabaisse overflowing with tender fish. Don’t miss one of the best Key lime pies around. • Lunch and dinner daily, Sunday brunch. 561/737-8822. $$ sushi simon—1614 S. Federal Highway. Japanese/suPark Tavern

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LAKE WORTH couco pazzo—915-917 Lake Ave. Italian. Despite the name, there’s nothing crazy about the cooking at this homey eatery. It’s the hearty, soul-satisfying Italian cuisine we’ve all come to know and love. Spaghetti Bolognese is a fine version of a Northern Italian classic. • Dinner nightly.

(Tues.–Sun. during summer). 561/585-0320. $$ paradiso ristorante—625 Lucerne Ave. Italian. A Tomasz Rut mural dominates the main dining room, and there is also a pasticceria and bar for gelato and espresso. Chef Angelo Romano offers a modern Italian menu. The Mediterranean sea bass branzino is definitely a must-try. Plus, the wine list is a veritable tome. • Lunch and dinner daily. 561/547-2500. $$$ safire asian fusion—817 Lake Ave. Pan-Asian.

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This stylish little restaurant offers food that gently marries East and West, plus a roster of more traditional Thai dishes and inventive sushi rolls. Menu standouts include tempura-fried rock shrimp or calamari cloaked with a lush-fiery “spicy cream sauce.” Expect neighborly service and reasonable prices. • Lunch Tues.–Fri. Dinner Tues.–Sun. 561/588-7768. $

LANTANA the station house—233 Lantana Road. Seafood.

If you’re hungry for Maine lobster, plucked live out of giant tanks and cooked to order, this modest replica of a 1920s train station is the place to go. Lobsters come in all sizes (up to 8 pounds) and are so reasonably priced that getting a taste of one without reservations is highly unlikely. • Dinner nightly. 561/547-9487. $$$

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café boulud—The Brazilian Court, 301 Australian Ave. French with American flair. This hotel restaurant gives Palm Beach a taste of Daniel Boulud’s world-class cuisine inspired by his four muses. The chef oversees a menu encompassing classics, simple fare, seasonal offerings and dishes from around the world. Dining is in the courtyard (not available during summer), the elegant lounge or the sophisticated dining room. • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

561/655-6060. $$$ café l’europe—331 S. County Road. Current international. A Palm Beach standard, the café has long been known for its peerless beauty, the piano player, the chilled martinis and the delicious Champagne and caviar bar. Try one of its sophisticated classics like Wiener schnitzel with herbed spaetzle, grilled veal chop and flavorful pastas. • Dinner nightly (closed Mon. during summer). 561/655-4020. $$$

chez jean-pierre—132 N. County Road. French.

Sumptuous cuisine, attentive servers and a see-andbe-seen crowd are hallmarks of one of the island’s premier restaurants. Indulgences include scrambled eggs with caviar and the Dover sole meunière filleted tableside. When your waiter suggests profiterolles au chocolat or hazelnut soufflé, say, mais oui! • Dinner Mon.–Sat. 561/833-1171. $$$

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Italian. The wide range of items on the menu and the great quality of Cucina’s cuisine, combined with its fine service, ensures a fun place for a casual yet delectable meal—not to mention being a vantage point for spotting local celebs. • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Outdoor dining. 561/655-0770. $$

berates with the tastes of China, Thailand, Japan and Vietnam and is spec-ta-cu-lar. Crispy jumbo shrimp with soybean plum sauce is delectable, the Chinese hot and sour soup is unlike any other, and the Mongolian beef tenderloin is perfection. Sake list is also tops. This offsite property of The Breakers is managed with the same flawlessness as the resort. • Dinner nightly (during season). 561/802-4222. $$$

hmf—1 S. County Road, Palm Beach, American. This posh Adam Tihany-designed space in the historic Breakers resort, an icon of Old Palm Beach, offers imginative small plates and hand-crafted cocktails in an atmosphere reminiscent of the 1950s. • Open daily from 5 p.m. 561/290-0104. $$ imoto—350 S. County Road. Asian Fusion/Tapas. Clay

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tuna and foie gras sliders. Sushi selection is limited but immaculately fresh. • Dinner daily. 561/833-5522. $$

jové kitchen & bar—2800 S. Ocean Blvd. Contemporary Italian. Jové is named for the Italian god of the sky, and when the folks at the tony Four Seasons decided to remake their premier restaurant, they reached high to offer the kind of food, service and ambience that would appeal to both their affluent older clientele and a younger, hipper, foodie-oriented crowd. Mission accomplished with dishes like the inventive take on octopus marinated and grilled with fennel, red pepper sauce and artichokes.

Desserts sparkle too. • Dinner daily. 561/533-3750. $$ leopard lounge and restaurant—The Chesterfield Palm Beach, 363 Cocoanut Row. American. This is British Colonial decadence at its finest. The restaurant offers excellent food in a glamorous and intimate club-like atmosphere. In fact, it’s advisable to make early reservations if a quiet dinner is the objective; the place becomes a latenight cocktail spot after 9. The menu is equally decadent.

• Breakfast, lunch, tea and dinner daily. 561/659-5800. $$ meat market—191 Bradley Place. Steak house.

“Meat Market” may be an inelegant name for a very elegant steak house, but there’s no dissonance in its food, service or ambience. Multiple cuts of designer beef from multiple sources can be gilded with a surprising array of upscale add-ons. Whole roasted cauliflower is an intriguing starter, while a meaty Niman Ranch short rib atop lobster risotto takes surf-n-turf to a new level. Cast your diet to the winds and order the dessert sampler. • Dinner daily. 561/354-9800. $$$$

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nick & johnnie’s—207 Royal Poinciana Way. Contemporary American. Expect flavorful, moderately priced California-esque cuisine in a casual setting with affordable wines and young, energetic servers. Try the short-rib or jerk chicken quesadillas as appetizers, and don’t miss the four-cheese tortellini as a main course. • Lunch and dinner Mon.–Sat. Breakfast Sun. 561/655-3319. $$ renato’s—87 Via Mizner. Italian with continental flair. This most romantic hideaway is comfortably buzzing in season and quietly charming all year long with Italian classics and a Floridian twist—like the sautéed black grouper in a fresh tomato and pernod broth with fennel and black olives and the wildflower-honeyglazed salmon fillet with crab and corn flan. • Lunch Mon.–Sat. Dinner nightly. 561/655-9752. $$$

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walking tall Rising to the occasion is the first step toward overcoming adversity.

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ll of us experience adversity in our lives at one time or another—roadblocks, bumps in the road, mud puddles to cross. We all will handle them in different ways and react to them with a variety of emotions: crying, anger, disbelief, fear or, maybe, with the determination to make something good out of a bad situation.

That was never truer than the time many years ago I began the arduous process of learning to walk again. My first episode with MS had left me on-and-off bedridden, with legs like spaghetti. It was time for me to start using crutches and learning to walk again­—something we take for granted—and it was the hardest thing I had ever tried to do.

I wasn’t alone, however. There was someone else with me at the rehab center—a 7-year-old who had lost a leg to cancer. We’d been rooting for each other, each halting step and jerky lunge a victory over our disabilities. As I sank onto my chair exhausted from my failed attempts to move my legs forward, I watched this child struggle with his prosthesis, moving like a broken toy, trying time after time to make it work with his body. Tears welled up in my eyes. Then it hit me, like a bomb exploding in my brain: This young man didn’t want tears, he simply wanted to walk.

During the last 40 years I have watched people with disabilities try to conquer them by using every conceivable aid. Wheelchairs, seeing-eye dogs, prostheses.

Whatever crutch you choose represents an indefatigable desire to remain in the hunt, to be normal and accepted. And sometimes those crutches are not so obvious; sometimes they are unseen, like the Ritalin our son David needed to help him manage his Attention Deficit Disorder. This medication helped him maintain his focus, and his mother and I encouraged him to use it so he could be at his best every day and manage his responsibilities.

At some point you begin to understand that help is available, and that life’s crutches—hearing aids, prescriptions for mental illness, an AA program—can help us return to some semblance of normal if we have the courage to admit we need them and the willingness to use them. Summoning that courage is all part of how we handle the challenges we will face, and goes a long way toward living life to its fullest.

I found the following epistle on the back of a locker in Park City, Utah, where I skied with disabled Vietnam veterans. It pretty well sums up that the measure of a life well lived is one that rises to its challenges—and triumphs through the effort.

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A CREED FOR THOSE WHO HAVE SUFFERED I asked God for strength, that I may achieve.

I was made weak, that I may learn humbly to obey.

I asked for health that I may do great things.

I was given infirmity, that I might do better things.

I asked for riches, that I might be happy.

I was given poverty, that I might be wise.

I asked for power, that I might have the praise of men.

I was given weakness, that I might feel the need of God. I asked for all things, that I might enjoy life.

I was given life, that I might enjoy all things.

I got nothing I asked for—but everything I had hoped for.

Almost despite myself, my unspoken prayers were answered.

I am, among men, most richly blessed!

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Kelli Freeman, Chair, Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce

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Kelli Freeman became active in the Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce soon after joining in 2007 and has since taken on several leadership roles. “My nature is that if I’m going to be involved, I’m going to be all in,” she says. A member of the chamber’s board since 2011, she has served as vice-chair of programming and of government affairs. Freeman, a longtime president of the Tropic Isles Civic Association, successfully led efforts in 2010 to prevent Wal-Mart from opening a 24-hour superstore near the residential community. In addition to her work with the chamber, she served on the city’s Code Enforcement Board, which she chaired in 2013, and has been a supporter of the local Habitat for Humanity.

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As chair of the chamber’s board of directors, Freeman continues to advocate for business in Delray Beach, not just its growing membership. “I felt it was important to bring advocacy more into the forefront, so I created an executive board position of vice-chair of advocacy; this had never been done in the past,” she says.

Freeman also highlights successes of member businesses through a video series as well as coverage in local media.

“Delray Beach is special because it has many very passionate people who are involved because they believe in this community and want what’s best for it.

By getting involved, they help find solutions that benefit the place we call home.”

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