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On The Money

Billionaire Jeff Greene Hopes To Help U.S. Economic Stability

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She’s The Boss

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Think

Big Life Coach And South Florida Resident Tony Robbins Discusses The Psychology Of Success

Wellness While You Work Forward-Thinking Companies Offer Programs For Employee Health

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Lif C Life Coach hA And d SSouth th Fl Florida id Resident Tony Robbins Discusses The Psychology Of Success

THE BOSS 60 SHE’S Business Is Booming For Local “Mompreneurs” Who Run Their Own Companies

THE MONEY 68 ON Palm Beach Billionaire Jeff Greene Hopes To Help U.S. Economic Stability

WHILE 72 WELLNESS YOU WORK Forward-Thinking Companies Offer Programs For Employee Health

D 78 QUEEN Dany Garcia, With Former Husband Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Rules An Entertainment Empire

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27 media blitz THE QUINTESSENTIAL ARTS REPORT 27 On Screen 28 In Print 32 On Scene

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144 giving back CHARITY NEVER GOES OUT OF STYLE

ON THE MONEY Billionaire Jeff Greene Hopes To Help U.S. Economic Stability

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Life Coach And South Florida Resident Tony Robbins Discusses The Psychology Of Success

ON THE COVER: TONY ROBBINS PHOTO BY: FRANCESCO CARROZZINI

WELLNESS WHILE YOU WORK Forward-Thinking Companies Offer Programs For Employee Health SEPTEMBER 2015

QUEEN D Dany Garcia Rules An Entertainment Empire With “The Rock”

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s a business owner myself, I always enjoy putting together our September Business & Wealth Issue. Entrepreneurs, leaders and companies that make South Florida a flourishing wealth center shine as we showcase them here.

First off is an interview with our amazing cover subject: life coach and Manalapan resident Tony Robbins. His insights about the psychology of success are not only fascinating but potentially lifechanging. Get to know Robbins in “Think Big” (page 54).

Next, we go one-on-one with Palm Beach billionaire and real estate investor Jeff Greene in “On The Money” (page 68). He’s concerned about our country’s economic future, and – given his track record for forecasting disasters – we should all listen up.

Also in this issue, we introduce Dany Garcia. This producer and advisor rules an entertainment empire with her former husband, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. Garcia is a working mom and wife in Fort Lauderdale, and she competes as a women’s physique bodybuilder, too. Meet Garcia in “Queen D” (page 78) and learn about how she finds balance while managing her many roles.

Speaking of women in business, we spotlight four local “mompreneurs” in “She’s The Boss” (page 60). These incredible women make it look easy as they juggle successful businesses, growing families and much more.

Finally, we present forward-thinking South Florida companies that are implementing wellness programs to keep employees healthy, happy and productive in “Wellness While You Work” (page 72).

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BRINGING HOME THE BACON Bravo’s “Secrets and Wives” Star Susan Doneson Is No Real Housewife

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After getting that first taste

of fame, it’s not unheard of for a reality star to quit her day job – only to wind up struggling when her TV time comes to an end. It’s not a mistake Bravo’s “Secrets and Wives” star Susan Doneson intends on making. (“Secrets and Wives” is a reality show about longtime girlfriends who grew up on Long Island.)

“Never,” says Doneson, whom we recently caught up with during a personal appearance at Styles Boutique in Boca Raton. “First of all, I’m a working girl. That’s my character on the show. But also, I really enjoy what I do. I feel like I’d be lost without my job.”

For the past 11 years, she has held a senior sales position at Golden Touch Imports in New York City, a leading manufacturer of women’s, junior’s and children’s apparel, and she’s been in the fashion business for nearly two decades.

The key to longevity in her chosen industry, she says, is enthusiasm.

“You can’t be a wallflower,” Doneson says. “You have to be creative, be personable and be social.”

And, above all, maintain flexibility.

“Fashion is constantly changing,” she says. “To capture what’s in style at an affordable price, you sometimes have to reinvent the wheel.”

Having a job that keeps her on her toes not only makes Doneson a

better mom – it makes her a better partner, says the mother of three.

“I’m teaching my kids that you get farther in life if you work hard,” she says. “Plus, they know my time is valuable. If I’m with them, it’s because I really want to be.”

Doneson adds: “My husband [Jonathan] and I have been together six years this month. If we only had the kids to talk about, it would get monotonous. But … we talk about work, we talk about what’s going on in the world. It keeps our marriage healthy.”

And, as anyone who watches “Secrets and Wives” can attest, Doneson strongly believes that women should hold some sort of job or position, even if they don’t necessarily need the cash.

“It keeps your mind young and keeps you busy,” she says. “If you don’t want to work, donate your time to a cause. Do something. Yes, being a mom is a job, but I’m a mom and a career woman. Do something other than sit around your house.”

Doneson doesn’t sit around hers when she does have some welldeserved time off. In fact, more often than not, she heads down to Boca.

“I go a least three times a year,” she says. “It’s gorgeous, and there are always so many familiar faces.

And I love the shopping. When I’m there, I feel like I’m on vacation, but I also feel like I’m home.” O — Beth Sobol

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DESTINATION PARADISE It’s 5 o’clock somewhere – or at least it will be when Margaritaville Beach Resort opens on Hollywood Beach.

A “no worries” tropical vibe will permeate this 17-story oceanfront resort, which bills itself as Destination Paradise, offering three pools, a FlowRider surf simulator, the 11,000-square-foot St. Somewhere Spa and more.

Its 349 coastal-luxe guestrooms open to balconies overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway or the Atlantic Ocean. Those who need to spread out can book one of 14 suites. The top-floor Coral Reefer Suite spans 2,649 square feet and features three bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, an entertainment area with a billiards room – and, of course, a kitchenette with a Margaritaville Frozen Concoction Maker.

The $175 million project includes eight bars and restaurants, from the upscale JWB Prime Steak and Seafood to a flip-flop-friendly thatched-roof tiki bar, Lone Palm Beach Bar. There’s also Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Restaurant; the rooftop pool and License to Chill Bar; and Floridays, a refurbished airstream trailer serving up food and beveragess inspired by Buffett’s travels (cheeseburger in paradise, anyone?).

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– Doral residents to Donald Trump after he made controversial remarks about Latinos

Source: South Florida Business Journal

PRIVACY, PLEASE The Internet may make things more convenient, but it also makes us more vulnerable – to scams, viruses and more. Craig Agranoff, a social engagement and digital media advisor from Boca Raton (who also writes for The Huffington Post), offers his tips for protecting your privacy online.

Craig Agranoff

Passwords: “Passwords should not contain dictionary words. Common number combinations – 007, 12345 – should never be used. The most common password is probably the word ‘password’ – don’t use it!”

Social Media: “Avoid posting location-tagged photos or videos from home or work and be careful about posting information that gives specifics about your home and workplace. Avoid details or backdrops, such as street signs, that indicate present location.”

Online Shopping: “Any website that doesn’t look very legitimate or doesn’t allow for semianonymous, third-party payment methods – PayPal, prepaid cards, etc. – should be avoided. If you do a fair amount of shopping online, consider getting a prepaid credit card or opening a banking account for that purpose.”

Downloads: “Don’t download from any other than trusted sites.

For computer-specific apps and software, you’re safer buying from Amazon or another large online retailer than you’ll ever be otherwise.”

Apps: “Never download an app directly from a website. If the app’s maker can’t be bothered to go through the relatively simple vetting processes of iTunes or Google Play, their app is suspicious.”

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– Frank Biden, Ocean Ridge resident and Joe Biden’s brother, about the vice president possibly running for president

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time Boca Raton resident nt Joseph Segel is teaming g up with Delray Beach resi-dent Jodi Dery for a new w Joseph Segel venture. Their mission: No more bad hair days!

The duo recently launched nched ProfilePRO, an innovative sham shampoo and conditioner system customized to the individual based on personal hair characteristics – with a choice of five scents, including jasmine and coconut.

Jodi Dery “They are personalized and made with your hair and needs in mind. We don’t see this in the market and think you deserve it,” the ProfilePRO website states.

The sulfate-free products for men and women are formulated after buyers answer a series of questions about their tresses, including how often you wash your hair; the condition of your scalp; and hair type, texture and “behavior” (e.g., limp, frizzy, etc.).

There are more than 100 compounded formulas to cover the spectrum of hair types, and ProfilePRO even personalizes the bottles with the customer’s name.

Products are available online and at Dery’s Cloud 10 salons in Delray Beach and Boca Raton.

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Chefs will battle for bragging rights during the First Annual Food Truck Face-Off from 4-8 p.m. on Sept. 12. The event, at Old School Square in Delray Beach, will include about 13 food truck owners who will vie for votes for the best chef.

Among the tempting food to be prepared by the South Florida chefs: “loaded” doughnuts (with bacon, sour cream and four different cheeses), smoked barbecue, Cubaninspired dishes, burgers, Vietnamese fare and more.

FLORIDA CONSUMERS’ confidence level, at its highest in 10 years Source: South Florida Business Journal

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2. TUMI “PRISM” LEATHER IPAD MINI CASE lends a sporty look to your tablet with textured leather and a bold orange

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3. MACKENZIE-CHILDS COURTLY CHECK TRAVEL ACCESSORIES sport the brand’s signature checkerboard pattern while keeping you perfectly organized on the go.

Choose from small and large travel pouches, an eyeglass case and a jewelry roll.

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4. TUMI TEGRA-LITE T-GRAPHITE MEDIUM-TRIP PACKING CASE embodies the modern design and exceptional quality for which Tumi is renowned. Made of durable Tegris® and comprising interior pockets, tie-down straps and TSA-integrated locks, this case announces that you truly have arrived.

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5. HENRI BENDEL STRIPED EARBUDS are sleek and discreet – just what you want to be while traveling. This pair contains an

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6. MCM LARGE STARK WEEKENDER is a striking and sophisticated piece that you’ll want to take everywhere. The coated canvas duffle includes a padded laptop compartment, organization pockets, an attached coin purse and an adjustable shoulder strap. Available at bloomingdales.com.

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BY DESIGN Mitchell Gold, Of Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Redefines Modern Furniture BY HELEN HILL fter 26 years of running a major furniture company, Mitchell Gold is still very much a hands-on founder. He lives in North Carolina to be close to the Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams (MG+BW) factory and office headquarters, and he makes a point of visiting his stores around the country.

We recently caught up with Gold, 64, when he was at Our Boat House in Mizner Park. In the coastal home décor boutique, MG+BW’s quintessential beach collection reflects a fresh Florida look. Gold notes that generously proportioned chairs, slipcovered in pale linen or denim, are especially popular.

He believes that knowing what customers want – furniture that fits well into any home – is key to the company’s success.

“We’ve developed a very modern American sensibility, updating clean and classic shapes with fabrics and trim,” he says. “At the High Point trade show, I overheard someone describe it as ‘taking traditional and making it modern’ and another person saying, ‘taking modern and making it traditional.’”

MG+BW furniture also fits into fictional homes, having appeared in the TV series “The Good Wife.”

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“They used our products on the set early on,” Gold says.

“Then people started complimenting the set designer on social media, asking where they could purchase the pieces…. The rest is history.”

The company’s actual history is a bit more complex.

Gold grew up in Trenton, N.J., and, after college, worked as a furniture buyer for all Bloomingdale’s stores. Following a stint in furniture sales for another company, he decided to form his own brand based on exceptional customer service and treating all employees with dignity. Gold teamed up with Bob Williams, a talented art director and designer, and they decided to build quality furniture, sold at reasonable prices.

“Our idea was to found a great small company,” Gold says. “We never dreamt that it could become what it is today, with annual sales over $150 million.”

Gold devotes his free time to several philanthropic causes.

He is a founder of Faith in America, which works to confront religion-based stigma and hostility toward LGBT youth and their families. He also works with Exodus Homes, which helps individuals re-enter the workforce after prison or addiction treatment, and the Ali Forney Center, the nation’s largest homeless shelter for LGBT youth.

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SAY U.N.C.L.E. Guy Ritchie’s Spy Spoof Brings A Little Heat Back To Cold War BY BILL BOWEN iewers under the age of 60 will be unaware that Henry Cavill nails the appearance and suave demeanor of Napoleon Solo (formerly Robert Vaughn) in Guy Ritchie’s paean to the iconic TV romp “The Man From U.N.C.L.E.” of the spycentric 1960s.

But for those paying longevityrelated reduced ticket prices, the edge of animosity between Solo and his Russian partner, Illya Kuryakin (Armie Hammer), is unfamiliar, as is Kuryakin’s vain struggle against anger management.

But, then, Ritchie’s uneven script – also featuring chief Alexander Waverly (Hugh Grant) and sidekick Gaby Teller (Alicia Vikander) – is meant to be a backstory, it turns out, optimistically setting the stage for sequels.

Trouble is, beyond the fun of its kitschy ’60s clothing styles and cars and Ritchie’s facility with Daniel Pemberton’s catchy music score, the film suffers similar problems to those that torpedoed the TV show.

The television version got its early impetus from the chemistry between Vaughn and David McCallum, who played the original Kuryakin and for the past dozen years has starred on TV’s “NCIS.” Based on the Cold War espionage culture started by Ian Fleming’s James Bond franchise, and even using Fleming as a consultant (he came up with the name Napoleon Solo), the show began as an adventure series.

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But changes in management resulted in directional instability, and, in an attempt to capitalize on the success of the campy new “Batman” show, it became more of a spy spoof and lost its audience.

Ritchie, whose success with the “Sherlock Holmes” films finally overshadowed his failed marriage with Madonna, wrote and directed the film, in which Solo and Kuryakin reluctantly join forces to battle

an evil empire run by the seductive Victoria Vinciguerra (Elizabeth Debicki), bent on the proliferation of nuclear weapons. There’s artful gunplay, inventive car chases and a kind of rollicking momentum, but the film does not duplicate that chemistry between its protagonists.

And it suffers from unfortunate timing, vying for the box office against another TV spinoff, “Mission Impossible – Rogue Nation.” Producer John

Davis optioned the film rights to “U.N.C.L.E.” in 1993 but endured a discouraging 20-year sequence of a dozen scripts and false starts before Ritchie got the project in 2013.

Hammer (“The Lone Ranger” 2013, “Mirror, Mirror” 2012) brings a brashness to the role of Kuryakin unlike the subtle secrecy of McCallum, and Cavill (“Man Of Steel” 2013, “The Immortals” 2011) conveys a witty emotional detachment that rarely connects with the other characters.

And, in case you’re wondering, U.N.C.L.E. stands for: United Network Command for Law and Enforcement. That was hokey even in 1964. O TIME: 1 hour, 56 minutes RATED: PG-13 for action violence, some suggestive content and partial nudity

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Must-Read Books About The Adventures Of Entrepreneurship BY CHELSEA GREENWOOD AND GABRIELLA SMITH Hanging out a shingle and running your own business is the stuff of the American Dream. But not every individual has the fortitude to make it as an entrepreneur – as evidenced by the fact that more than half of small businesses fail. Yet, as these books by and about prominent entrepreneurs and business journalists prove, it’s not an impossible task.

Entrepreneurship takes true grit, unyielding passion and a lot of hard work. Whether you’re pondering a new venture or want to get inside the heads of today’s business geniuses, read on – and take notes.

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crying out loud – this autobiography shows the mogul at his most honest and modest. Described by its publisher as “the ultimate tale of personal and business survival from a man who combines the business prowess of Bill Gates and the promotional instincts of P. T. Barnum,” the best-selling book gives readers an up close and personal view of the wild ride that is Branson’s life.

Such pit stops along that ride include the Virgin Group founder’s battle against dyslexia as a child; his parents’ lack of support; his failed entrepreneurial pursuits; his brushes with death; and more.

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“Do less than the competition” isn’t usually the advice you hear from top executives. But it’s one of many counterintuitive tips that Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, the brains behind the project management tool Basecamp (formerly 37signals), offer in their New York Times best-seller.

Taking aim at the old, established rules of business, the authors encourage entrepreneurs to “stop talking and start working.”

Written in an authentic (and sometimes feisty) voice, each section of “Rework” centers on a piece of advice: “Embrace constraints,” “Good enough is fine,” “Own your bad news” and more. It’s a quick read, but Fried and Hansson rocked the business world with their unorthodox manifesto, which offers fresh insights for Internet-based businesses and more traditional companies alike.

In short, “Rework” teaches entrepreneurs to think outside the box – although the jargon-hating authors would likely detest that description.

“Dear Boss, I’m writing to let you know that your services are no longer required. Thanks for everything, but I’ll be doing things my own way now,” writes New York Times best-selling author and blogger Chris Guillebeau.

Many of us may dream of penning these words and starting our own businesses – but most don’t have the guts to go through with it.

Yet, in “The $100 Startup,” Guillebeau argues that self-employment is a safer road than working for someone else. In fact, thanks to modern technology, today’s entrepreneurs can establish companies with smaller budgets than ever before. For example, advertising is virtually free via social media, and fundraising is possible with crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter.

Begin with a little money and learn as you go, argues Guillebeau, who advises budding entrepreneurs to skip school, save the money they’d spend on college and instead rely on their passion and natural skill set.

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Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future

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Darren Hardy, publisher of SUCCESS magazine, sets out to explore why 66 percent of all small businesses fail – and it’s not due to the reasons you typically hear. External factors like capital, location and competition aren’t the problem.

Internal factors, including independence, self-motivation and selfaccountability, are the real issue.

With years of entrepreneurial experience under his belt, Hardy seeks to prepare readers for the harrowing ups and downs of entrepreneurship and shares strategies garnered from years of research and interviews with some of the most successful businesspeople in the world.

Ultimately, he boils it all down to four fundamental elements of success – sales, recruiting, leadership and productivity – and leaves readers with a sense of optimism about the wild ride ahead. “Never before has the average person been offered such a unique opportunity to join the elite ranks of millionaires,” Hardy writes.

Elon Musk – described as an “amalgam of … Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Howard Hughes and Steve Jobs” by this book’s publisher – is one of those eccentric entrepreneurs who prompts everyone to wonder: What makes him tick?

Ashlee Vance, veteran technology journalist for Bloomberg Businessweek, fought for and eventually gained exclusive access to Musk and his inner world to shed some light on that question in this New York Times best-seller.

Through interviews with the entrepreneur himself, as well as hundreds of family members and friends, Vance chronicles Musk’s difficult upbringing in South Africa and his subsequent rise to the helm of such revolutionary companies as PayPal, Tesla Motors, SpaceX and SolarCity. Questions of America’s industrial strength and the country’s viability in the global marketplace naturally arise as we learn about Musk’s inner passions and visions for the future. O

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THE QUEEN RETURNS Janet Jackson Brings New Tour To AmericanAirlines Arena BY LINDA HAASE hose who doubted Janet Jackson’s ability to reinvent herself, take note: The reclusive singer has returned to the stage – and she’s going international. And with a moniker like The Unbreakable World Tour, she’s sending a message to all those naysayers.

“I’m proud to have stayed in the game and survived. And I’m proud that I have remained true to myself.

But if you go back and listen to the music, you’ll hear how the self is changing,” she writes on her website.

As for those changes? Check them out when she takes the stage at 8 p.m. on Sept. 20 at the AmericanAirlines Arena. She’ll mix up her repertoire

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The Grammy Award winner, known as one of the best-selling artists of all time, hasn’t been idle.

In addition to reclaiming her svelte figure, she’s been working on a diamond jewelry line, the Janet Jackson Unbreakable Diamonds Collection (no doubt she’ll be debuting some of the sparkling pieces on her tour).

Of course, many of us first saw her as a 7-year-old performing with her family at MGM in Las Vegas. She

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Parts on sitcoms including “Good Times,” “Diff’rent Strokes” and “Fame” followed, along with an appearance in the movie “Nutty Professor II: The Klumps.” Jackson has had many roles over the years: dancer, author (“True You: A Journey to Finding and Loving Yourself”), choreographer and, of course, beloved sister of

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The group, comprising Eldar Djangirov, Ludwig Afonso and Jose Armando Gola, has been gathering accolades for its smooth sound.

Djangirov, who has been called a “genius beyond most young people I’ve heard” by legendary pianist Dave Brubeck, is a Grammy-nominated Russian-American pianist. The New York Times describes Djangirov as “a blend of musical intelligence, organizational savvy, enthusiasm and prowess that was all the more impressive for seeming so casual... an ebullient impressionist.”

He has worked with greats such as Wynton Marsalis, Joshua Redman and Chris Potter and has performed with world-renowned symphony orchestras. (Or perhaps you saw him on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” or “Jimmy Kimmel Live.”)

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Torres and Spyro Gyra. The Havana-born drummer works with musicians including Martin Bejerano, Yosvany Terry and Samuel Torres.

Gola, a Havana native who studied music at the Amadeo Roldan Conservatory, has been playing bass since he was 13 – and is known for playing upright and electric bass. He has toured internationally and has performed at many jazz festivals. O

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But when they discovered rock ’n’ roll, they were hooked. Eddie took up the drums, and Alex grabbed a guitar (they eventually switched places).

The band, which has been rocked by scandal, divorce, infighting, drug

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15 at Perfect Vodka Amphitheatre (formerly Coral Sky).

Concerts on the tour so far have lasted at least two hours and have included the songs “Light Up the Sky,” “Runnin’ With the Devil” and “Romeo Delight.” Special guest Kenny Wayne Shepherd will add his own musical touch. Shepherd, who began his recording career when he was 16, has had several hits, including “Born With a Broken Heart” and “Shame, Shame, Shame.”

While reviews have been mixed about the tour, there have been many positive reports, like this one from Inside Bay Area: “The band is adept at power gliding through an evening rich with deep cuts from Van Halen’s first six records that even some die-hard fans can’t recall hearing.”

The group just released a new album, “Tokyo Dome Live in Con-

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The two have had long musical careers – with plenty of accolades and awards along the way. Jarreau is a seven-time Grammy winner and has a Hall of Fame star, while Osborne dominated the charts with several Top 40 hits.

Both began singing at an early age. Jarreau, who was once called “the greatest jazz singer alive” by Time magazine, performed with many groups, including The Indigos, before going solo. Although music was his passion, he began a career in rehabilitation counseling; but, by the late ’60s, he realized that he was meant to be a musician. Among his hits: “Ain’t

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MARRIED TO THE MONEY Should Women Be Financially Rewarded With “Wife Bonuses”?

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any women envy Polly Phillips, who plunks down $1,500 for shoes with the nonchalance of someone buying a newspaper. Others vilify the 30-something stay-at-home mom. But one thing is for sure: People are talking about her and the five-figure sum she gets annually from her husband, which is a percentage of his company bonus.

“I’m exceptionally lucky to have a husband who values how important a job it is to stay home and take care of a child, as well as understanding how difficult it is to leave friends, family and career prospects behind to further his career,” Phil-

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year. “He was actually pleased to have a tangible way to recognize the contribution that I also make to the success of our lives.”

This trending and controversial new concept is known as a “wife bonus,” and many women, especially those in the upper echelons of society, are becoming big proponents.

Phillips, who lives in Denmark but visits the states frequently, extolls the many wife bonus benefits: “The wife bonus gives me not only financial freedom, but freedom from guilt too. We have a joint account, and before we started the system, I was reluctant to spend our money

on myself, even though my husband insisted he was happy for me to.”

Critics speculate whether a wife bonus is contingent on “wifely duties” in the boudoir, making it particularly offensive to some.

“To put those [dirty] minds at rest – the size of my bonus has nothing to do with my performance in the kitchen or the bedroom,” Phillips says. “It’s entirely dependent on how my husband does at work, and how well his company performs.”

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“I think it sets us back 60-plus years in terms of what we are striving for in marriage,” says Marni Feuerman, a licensed clinical social worker and licensed marriage and family therapist in Boca Raton. “Equality is a big one. … [A wife bonus] sets up an employee/employer-type dynamic between two people who have a romantic bond with each other.

Those two things do not mix well.”

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Getting a bonus from your husband could make a marriage feel more like a business transaction than a true partnership. For many of us, our husbands are more like our best friends and teammates than our bosses.

– Elena Donovan Mauer, New York writer and editor

than a true partnership. For many of us, our husbands are more like our best friends and teammates than our bosses. I like being able to ask my husband to change a diaper or go to a parent-teacher conference without wondering if it would put my bonus in jeopardy,” she writes in a Parenting magazine column.

Michelle Cavaliere, a practicing therapist at the Whole Health Psychological Center in West Palm Beach and a registered intern therapist, sees another side. She points out that different arrangements work for different couples.

“Some have criticized wife bonuses and women staying home as

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their job, but as a feminist, I can say that feminism is about equality and choice,” she says. “As long as the wife is making the decision to stay home, then the values are in line with feminist beliefs. The amount of money given for wife bonuses does not usually have anything to do with performance but rather [is done] to show appreciation for a partner’s important role in keeping the home, family and partner supported, healthy and functional.”

In fact, the phrase “wife bonus” itself might be complicating the issue, Cavaliere contends.

“Most people merge assets in some way when they are married

and start a family,” she says. “If the decision is for one partner to stay at home with the children and household, then it makes sense, for safety and security, for that partner to have some separate funds and assets. This so-called ‘bonus’ … allows the partner freedom.”

One of her clients, who calls his wife a “savior” for all her help around the house and with the kids, regularly gives his wife a percentage of his bonus, Cavaliere says.

“The husband reported how his wife saved so much of ‘her’ earnings that she started a small company … and now gives him bonuses when she has made an exceptional deal,” she says. “He likes the extra money because he loves to play blackjack and will usually never play with his own earnings because he doesn’t enjoy it as much.”

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MOGULS IN THE MAKING How And When Should Parents Encourage Entrepreneurship In Children? BY DIANNA SMITH or those of you midway through life who are already worried about affording retirement, you might want to take a deep breath. And promise you won’t get upset.

Because this column is about young people who strike it rich before they’re even old enough to drive a car. There are thousands of young entrepreneurs throughout the United States, and when many adults hear of the ideas that made these children successful, reactions are often, “Why didn’t I think of that?”

Well, the answer is, maybe because you’re not thinking like a kid.

“These kids are just incredibly smart and quick self-starters.

You don’t have to chase after them to get work done,” says Ed Gagliardi, who spent almost 40 years working for Fortune 100 companies. “I’ve had many, many business clients that were much more difficult than these kids. They have passion. They are very astute.”

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The No. 1 thing to remember is to make sure you choose a passion of your own. No matter how great the idea, you need the drive to execute, and there’s no better drive than passion.

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Gagliardi is a mentor for the local Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) operated out of the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce. YEA! is a national program, and Boca Raton was the first Florida town to start a YEA! chapter five years ago.

The nine-month program, for students in grades 6 through 12, teaches participants how to create, pitch and market business ventures. At the end of the program, they have the opportunity to sell their ideas to actual investors.

And these investors have supported some pretty brilliant ideas – including Jordan Zietz’s. The Boca Raton resident used YEA! to help form GameReef, a company that rents video game consoles to avid gamers.

Jordan won the local YEA! competition. He went on to win regionals, and this summer, he found himself in Washington, D.C., competing in the Young Entrepreneurs Academy’s national Saunders Scholars Competition at America’s Small Business Summit, sponsored by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

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– Jordan Zietz, Boca Raton teen entrepreneur

He didn’t come in first place, but he did snag third place and a $40,000 scholarship. He’s only 13 years old and will be an eighth grader at Pine Crest School in Boca this fall.

Sam Zietz, his father and also an entrepreneur, says that Jordan’s GameReef website will debut soon. But, at the time this column was written, the launch was put on hold because Jordan was away at camp – a reminder that, though he is already making a name in the business world, Jordan is still a child.

What motivates him? He says that passion is key.

“The No. 1 thing to remember is to make sure you choose a passion of your own,” says Jordan, an avid gamer. “No matter how great the idea, you need the drive to execute, and there’s no better drive than passion.”

But how does a parent know if that passion is enough to create a workable business plan and, ultimately, a successful company?

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RUNS IN THE FAMILY: Sam, Rachel, Morgan, Jordan and Sheila Zietz

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A lot of kids don’t follow their dreams because someone told them that they can’t do it or they’re too young.

We encourage kids … to use their family and ask their opinions, but don’t have them [create] the business.

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Sonya Deros, the YEA! program manager at the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce, says if a child has a business idea, parents should talk to him or her about it. Ask enough details so you, as an adult, can determine if the idea is viable enough to pursue. And if there’s a chance it could be something wonderful, make sure to support and encourage your child.

“A lot of kids don’t follow their dreams because someone told them that they can’t do it or they’re too young,” Deros says.

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Jordan has some extraordinary family members as advisors – because most of them are entrepreneurs themselves.

His parents, Sam and Sheila, started Touchsuite, a successful financial technology company. (Gagliardi is their director of strategic markets.)

Sam recalls taking his children to the office at a young age and letting them file paperwork and do other odd jobs. They learned what it takes to run your own company, Sam says, and how hard one has to work.

That exposure likely encouraged Jordan to start his own company, and it’s also probably what influenced the Zietz’s oldest daughter, Rachel.

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She oversees Gladiator Lacrosse, a company that sells specialized lacrosse equipment. Rachel went through the YEA! program two years ago. Last year, her business did $200,000 in revenue, and this coming year, Rachel says, that number is expected to be $1 million. Rachel, now 15 years old, launched her business at age 13.

Today, Gladiator Lacrosse is on Amazon.com and in a few specialty lacrosse-equipment stores. Rachel created the business because she’s a die-hard lacrosse player and didn’t like her choices of practice equipment, she says. So she decided to find her own and sell it to the world. And she was shocked at the response.

“I didn’t fully comprehend how big the market really was for this product,” says Rachel, who will be a sophomore at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale this year. “I’m getting 20 or 30 orders a day. I’m so astonished by what I’ve done.”

She says having her own company has helped her in school, as she now understands why she needs

to learn certain things, like communication and math skills. It has also helped teach her how to market a product, how to talk to people and how to budget.

Gagliardi was Rachel’s mentor, and he hopes that future YEA! students reach that kind of success.

“I get a lot of satisfaction out of seeing them not only create a business plan, but seeing them go through the process,” he says. “You see the lightbulb go on. And then they come back and challenge me.”

These kids are proof that age really is just a number and that you can do almost anything you set your mind to. You just need support, perseverance and an awful lot of drive.

“I knew I always wanted to be an entrepreneur,” Rachel says. “I wanted to create a job I was passionate about. Little did I know I would do it this young … but why should age be a barrier?”

To learn more about YEA!, call the Boca Raton chapter at 561-3954433, ext. 232, or visit yeausa.org. O

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SAIL IN STYLE Celebrity’s Reflection Offers A Truly Luxurious Cruising Experience BY LESLIE KRAFT BURKE or many vacationers, only a top-quality cruise can fit the bill of being equal parts relaxing and active. And for those who love to sail, dine, sightsee and experience the best in entertainment and recreation, Celebrity’s Reflection is the ultimate way to cruise in the lap of modern luxury.

Launched by Celebrity in 2012, the exceptional ship will return from its European season to its home port of PortMiami in early November, ready to host guests on its sevennight Eastern Caribbean cruises. During these sailings, the Reflection calls at San Juan, Puerto Rico; Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Philipsburg, St. Maarten.

It’s easy to see why many who have experienced the Reflection love it as much or more than its ports of call. It boasts an expansive deck area with plenty of room for lounge chairs around a spectacular pool, along with the Lawn Club – an outdoor, country club-like venue featuring a lawn

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Cuisine at the Lawn Club’s Lawn Grill celebrates the flavorful joy of outdoor grilling – and offers you the opportunity to serve as your party’s “Grill Master” by being paired with a celebrity chef to prepare a menu for your table over custom-built, ventilated grills.

For creative indoor dining, there’s Qsine, where guests are encouraged to give their palates a wake-up call by trying new dishes and desserts ordered from iPad menus.

tional integrity from farm to table under this standard. Onboard the Reflection, you’ll always find up to 60 SPE-certified dishes, all identified on the menu by the SPE logo. Information about SPE-certified items is available throughout the ship.

Also don’t miss the Reflection’s Tuscan Grille, a sophisticated steakhouse and specialty restaurant that provides the ultimate grill experience at sea.

Pampering is first on the menu at

Launched by Celebrity in 2012, the exceptional ship will return from its European season to its home port of PortMiami in early November, ready to host guests on its seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruises. of real grass where guests can practice their putting, play lawn games like croquet and lawn bowling or simply relax under the sun or stars.

The Lawn Club offers parties of two and four guests ultraluxurious relaxation at The Alcoves, a Hamptonsesque cabana-style retreat featuring filtered sunlight and magnificent ocean views by day and ambient lighting perfect for star-watching by night.

Food and beverages arrive at each cabana in picnic baskets, and cabanas are even equipped with Wi-Fi. In celebration of Celebrity’s “Grass is Greener” campaign to promote its Lawn Club experience, all of its Solstice Class ships are hosting 48

Also make sure to dine at Murano, which offers white-glove service and multicourse meals featuring a blend of classic and modern continental cuisine. Many selections on the menu are prepared tableside, making dining a truly spectacular event. For exceptional dishes prepared with health in mind, try the restaurant’s SPE-certified menu.

SPE is an acronym for the Latin phrase “sanitas per escam” (health through food) and is a certifiable food-service industry standard that ensures each dish is not only nutritious but also incredibly delicious.

Unique sourcing, preparation and enhancement preserve foods’ nutri-

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the state-of-the-art Canyon Ranch Spa at Sea, where relaxation and rejuvenation are top priority. Here you can enhance your vacation with indulgent treatments as well as a complete wellness and lifestyle program that increases resilience and restores serenity. Celebrity’s new, robust spa menu features popular Canyon Ranch treatments, such as facials and facial enhancements, massage, thermal, Asian touch and

Reiki healing energy therapies. A selection of salon offerings, including hair care, nail and makeup services, will also be offered. Fitness lovers can choose from private consultations and group classes, including yoga, Pilates, cycling, Mind/Body Connection and relaxation – led

by Canyon Ranch-trained fitness experts. Wellness programs such as personal exercise prescription, private nutritional consults, acupunc-

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ture, chiropractic therapy and Canyon Ranch Healthy Feet™ centers will also be available on select ships.

Additionally, Canyon Ranch health experts will provide onboard wellness lectures, workshops and cooking demonstrations.

Staterooms aboard the Reflection are truly a treat, as they are much more spacious than on most ships.

Plus, 90 percent of the staterooms offer outside views, and 85 percent

of staterooms have verandas.

The Reflection also features an entirely new category of accommodations: AquaClass rooms, designed with spa enthusiasts in mind, offer a host of exclusive amenities. AquaClass guests enjoy unlimited access

contact For more information, visit celebritycruises.com.

to the spa’s Persian Garden, located in the two-story Canyon Ranch Spa, as well as priority seating in Blu, a specialty restaurant with healthful dishes created exclusively for AquaClass guests.

Signature Suites are also great options, each offering a 441-square-foot stateroom area and a 118-square-foot veranda with floor-to-ceiling windows and veranda doors. And nestled in the highly desirable corner location of the 14th deck near Celebrity’s new Signature Suites, you’ll find the 1,636-square-foot Reflection Suite, a two-bedroom suite complete with a distinctive sea-view bathroom extending out over the edge of the ship, a veranda tub with a soothing rain shower and panoramic views courtesy of the 194-square-foot wraparound veranda.

All suites include Celebrity’s signature suite amenities, including 24/7 butler service. Celebrity recently launched its Suite Class program, which provides even more perks,

such as dining at the Reflection’s new, exclusive restaurant, Luminae.

These specialty suites also have access to Michael’s Club, a premium, private club lounge featuring a large-screen TV; reading areas stocked with magazines, newspapers and books; and continental breakfast. Complimentary drinks are available throughout the day, and canapés are served with evening cocktails. The club is available 24 hours a day with select service hours from the Michael’s Club Concierge.

The whole package considered, there simply can’t be a better way to see the sea and beyond than a trip aboard the Reflection. For a unique package deal onboard the Reflection, check out the Go Big, Go Better, Go Best program, which offers special pricing on your choice of perks, including unlimited Internet, gratuities, onboard spending money and beverage packages. O SEPTEMBER 2015

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PAST MEETS PRESENT Rediscover St. Augustine As The City Celebrates Its 450th Birthday BY CHELSEA GREENWOOD ost visitors come to St. Augustine, America’s oldest city, looking for a taste of history.

But this year, especially this month, locals and tourists alike will find themselves fully immersed in it.

That’s because 2015 marks the 450th anniversary of the founding of St. Augustine, when Captain General Don Pedro Menendez arrived with 800 colonists to claim the New World in the name of Spain.

Events have been scheduled for the entire year, but they’re especially concentrated in September because the historic landing took place on Sept. 8, 1565. Activities include Celebrate 450: Music & Street Festival (Sept. 4-6); 6th Annual Fiesta de Aviles (Sept. 5 & 6); Menendez Landing, Procession, Commemorative Mass & Street Fes-

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tival (Sept. 8); St. Augustine Spanish Wine Festival (Sept. 9-12); and much more.

To stay in the center of all the action, look no further than Casa Monica, the city’s only AAA FourDiamond hotel, which is just steps from downtown and Matanzas Bay. A historic landmark itself, first built in 1888 and soon purchased by oil magnate Henry Flagler, Casa Monica deftly combines Gilded Era charm and modern amenities. The romantic spell cast by St. Augustine is not broken but prolonged by the hotel’s fountains, frescoes, tapestries and glittering chandeliers.

Visitors enjoy original artwork in the hallways en route to guest rooms, which feature customdesigned interiors (think gold ac-

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life destinations (e.g., ingredients are sourced from local farms, and organic waste from the distilling process is donated back to said farms). Take a free tour and tasting to sample the distillery’s handcrafted, small-batch vodka and gin. But you’ll have to wait another year or so before the rum and bourbon (Florida’s only small-batch bourbon) are aged enough to sup.

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cents, plush red-velvet headboards, etc.). Due to the historic nature of the property, each room is unique, including a variety of suites ranging from comfortable to kingly.

Part of The Kessler Collection, Casa Monica also offers the diverse Grand Bohemian Gallery, the intimate and indulgent Poseidon Spa (boasting top-of-the-line products by Privai, Moroccan Oil and more), a secluded pool with covered chaises and live entertainment nightly in the Cobalt Lounge.

But the true gem in the crown of Casa Monica is its new restaurant, Costa Brava at 95 Cordova. Chef Christopher Pickren serves up Spanish Mediterranean cuisine centering on fresh coastal ingredients. Placas Pequenos (small plates) like Lamb Lettuce Wraps and Para Compartir (“for sharing”) dishes like Sicilian Calamari encourage guests to share while leisurely wining and dining – in true Mediterranean style.

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dinner and a killer weekend brunch – before heading out on foot to explore the city’s historic sites. Although many Florida natives may

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THE HYPPO: CREATIVE GOURMET ICE POPS

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COOL AND COLLECTED: QUIRKY VINTAGE CLOTHING AND HOME GOODS

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have visited Castillo de San Marcos on field trips as children, this 17th-century European-style fort is definitely worth revisiting. Beautiful vistas of the bay are afforded from the top, while videos of cannonfiring demonstrations by authentically attired volunteers are a must for your social media feed.

Get in some cardio climbing up and down the 219 steps of The St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum, which also offers panoramic views of the city, the bay and the ocean. Plus, the center is home to the Lighthouse Archaeological Maritime Program, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, which has salvaged underwater artifacts and uncovered ancient history from area shipwrecks.

On the other side of town, a newer attraction is the St. Augustine Distillery, housed in a historic ice plant. Co-founder and CEO Philip McDaniel, a former marketer who got bored with retirement, is on a mission to give back to the community and run a sustainable operation

bastian Winery, the second-largest winery in the state. Oenophiles may turn their noses up because Floridagrown grapes produce sweeter wines than normal. And it’s true. But once you get past that bias, you can enjoy an educational tour and tasting of San Sebastian’s delightful offerings, which range from fruity reds and Florida-perfect rosés to dry whites and rich ports.

And if you want to take a load off without missing any of the action, hop on a sightseeing tour with Old Town Trolley Tours. (The golf carts also act as shuttles, so you can jump on and off as you please.) Along the way, knowledgeable guides will sprinkle you with historic trivia and insider tips – so you can navigate this old city like an old pro. O

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BY DIANNA SMITH

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ever underestimate the power of baptism by fire – literally. For the past 30 years, thousands of people across the globe, including the likes of Oprah Winfrey and Arianna Huffington, have shed their shoes and walked barefoot across red-hot coals to help them face their fears.

The fire walk is a signature event at life coach Tony Robbins’ often-soldout seminars, and the message is not one of physicality but mentality: If you can face the fear of walking over coals as hot as 2000°, you can conquer the other fears of your life with ease.

It’s just one of the ways that Robbins has encouraged millions of people in more than 100 countries to take control and live their lives to the fullest. And he’ll be reaching in-

dividuals in Palm Beach County in coming months as he offers weekend seminars focusing on everything from excelling in business to eliminating life’s obstacles to simply becoming a better person.

This 6-foot-7-inch man sports the looks of an athlete and the tongue of a preacher as he draws people in with his personal stories and simple explanations of how to create psychological strength. He doesn’t consider himself a motivational speaker but says he’s more of a life coach who wants to find out what motivates people and why.

From Australia to Fiji to California, Robbins, 55, has been helping people from all walks of life answer these big questions, and he’s happy to bring his work to South Florida

because Robbins lives in our corner of paradise as well.

Though he spends most weeks of the year traveling for his seminars and other events, he considers his Manalapan house home base – a place where he can relax with his wife, Sage, and enjoy the special tranquility that only the ocean can evoke. This is where the father and grandfather goes to unwind, and with Robbins’ chaotic schedule, it’s likely that he craves this sanctuary fairly often.

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only work with the best.

Robbins is a businessman himself and is involved in more than a dozen companies. He’s also a New York Times best-selling author, having recently released “Money: Master the Game” after taking a hiatus from the literary world for more than 20 years. Though he’s proud of the four years he spent interviewing 50 of the top people in business to prepare for “Money,” Robbins seems even more excited about the profits from the book – because every single penny is going toward providing food for the hungry through the nonprofit Feeding America and through his own organization, the Anthony Robbins Foundation.

That’s not a bad résumé for a guy with a violent childhood who spent his late teenage years working as a janitor and sleeping in his car.

During his seminars, it isn’t uncommon for Robbins to speak about his alcoholic mother and the four men she married throughout his years as a kid. He had to take on the

role of caregiver for his two younger siblings before he was old enough to drive a car, and he often tells the story of when he was 17 years old and his mother chased him out of the house with a knife on Christmas Eve. These types of memories have the power to squash motivation and success, but Robbins uses them as fuel to excel in just about everything he does.

Robbins took control of his destiny. And he created a life for himself that many people would give anything to have.

How did he get from there to here – and how can others reach such success? Read on.

How and when did you end up living in South Florida?

About 16 years ago, when my wife and I started dating, we used to go to South Beach a lot. I’m a California boy, but they raised our taxes there a few years back – that didn’t even bother me – but they did it retroactively, which meant millions of dollars in taxes even though I played

by the rules. I told my wife we were moving. We looked at 88 properties in six and a half weeks in four states and found the only brand new home on the water in Palm Beach County.

We have a 50-foot boat dock, and, on the beach side, there’s no road. It’s a new home, but we added another 8,000 square feet and built an underground squash court and bowling alley. It’s designed to be our family home.

What are some of your local hangouts?

The Palm Beach Grill and Testa’s.

I love playing squash at LifeTime Athletic in Boca Raton, and we play golf at The Breakers and at Emerald Dunes.

Why did you choose to write a new book after so long, and what’s the message you’re trying to convey?

In 2008, I saw that everybody from my barber to my billionaire clients were in trouble [financially].

I’ve been coaching Paul Tudor Jones [one of the wealthiest men in the world]. I finally said, ‘I’m going to interview 50 of the smartest people on earth’ because I had the access to them. I got them to share with me their specific strategies, and I wanted to make it simple enough that people can do it. Everything in that book came from the best of the best.

What’s nice about it is they were able to open up and give me their insights.

I thought I knew so much, but honestly, I learned things I never even dreamed were possible.

How did your childhood help make you who you are today?

I have empathy for people because I know what it feels like to have those you love hurt you. It made me a practical psychologist. I had to figure out how to manage my mom and my four different fathers over time and how to protect my brother and sister. I had to do everything, like cook and grocery shop. It made me grow up quickly.

“Even though we are all unique human beings, I understand patterns, and I see what people are capable of. I’m able to see the forest through the trees.”

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We understand that reading helped you during the rough patches of your youth. Tell us about the authors who encouraged you.

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I believe leaders are readers. You either feed the mind or you let the mind feed on the environment.

Feed it something strong like philosophy, something that will improve you and your quality of life.

Early on, I read 700 books over seven years. I tried to apply it. … Early reading materials for me would be

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You believe that the key to change is biochemistry. Tell us more about that.

We’re emotional creatures. We use our minds to justify emotional experiences. What we can do is amazing, but what we will do is Robbins with Marc Benioff and Richard Branson

disappointing. Fear is biochemistry. It grabs you in the stomach and causes heart palpitations. I learned to change people’s focus and their physiology.

Emerson’s essay “Self-Reliance.” I’ve probably read it 500 times. And “As a Man Thinketh” by James Allen and “Man’s Search for Meaning”

by Viktor Frankl. [Robbins recommends the latter for someone facing a tough time, he says.]

One of your mentors, the late Jim Rohn, had a big effect on you as a young man. What was it about him that set you “on fire,” and how did you convince him to hire you?

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“We’re emotional creatures. We use our minds to justify emotional experiences. What we can do is amazing, but what we will do is disappointing.”

I went to one of his events when I was 17. I was making $40 a week as a janitor and was going to high school.

I went to the seminar, listened and came out excited about what’s possible. Rohn said the only way you do better is by becoming more valuable.

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He gave me the plan to work harder on myself. For things to change, I had to change.

I was very passionate. During a break, I told him I wanted to go to work for him. He said, ‘Young man, if you want to work for me,

Larry King says you bring out the best in all of us. How do you do that?

Even though we are all unique human beings, I understand patterns, and I see what people are capable of. I’m able to see the forest through the trees and can help people realize this is not a problem with you, it’s a problem pattern. I’m good at helping people increase their performance.

People who are hungry reach out to me. They’re starting a busi-

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you have to go to my training.’

I started going to banks to borrow the money [to attend Rohn’s training], and I got a woman at the Bank of America in California to get the bank to loan me the money, and I took the seminar. I went to work for him when I was 17.

Then later, I started my own company and gradually got better than the speakers I was promoting.

I started learning tools and started challenging psychologists and said, ‘Give me your worst patient, and I’ll work with them in one hour and not seven years.’ I’d wipe out phobia in 15 minutes.

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You will become the architect of your future.

By gaining a clear and deep understanding of why you think, feel and behave the way you do, you will take control of the forces that drive you.

Robbins and wife Sage working with children through Basket Brigade

“I have empathy for people because I know what it feels like to have those you love hurt you. It made me a practical psychologist.”

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ness, or they’re getting a divorce, or they’ve made all the money they’ve ever made, and they’re bored silly. I get the phone call from the people who are the best in the world at what they do – Serena Williams calls me because she wants to take it to the next level.

It’s my obsession.

Can you share some stories from working with famous clients?

President Bill Clinton called me and said, ‘They’re going to impeach me in the morning – what should I do?’ I said to him, ‘Well, you could’ve called me sooner.’ I had to figure out what it is he really wants, what is preventing him from doing that and how to execute it.

Actor Hugh Jackman reached out to me. He’s a good friend now.

He had the biggest part of his career – the movie “Les Misérables” – and he felt like, on stage, he had this commanding presence, but, in movies, he just really couldn’t connect to the camera. He had these unconscious fears that made him tighten up. He came to me, and I showed him how the tension is a good thing and how he could use

that tension as a gift. He won a Golden Globe for that role.

What are your top tips for becoming a success in business?

You have to know who it is you want to serve, and you have to know more about your potential client than anyone else does. Know what they need, what they want and what they desire. And find out what to do for them.

The number of businesses that succeed is so small because people build a product, and they want to deliver it, but they don’t keep adapting or changing, and they get put out of business. They fall in love with their product instead of their client.

You’ve got to have an irresistible offer. Then you’ve got to be able to build your brand, not advertising.

The only way to do it is to do more for others than anyone else is doing.

You’ve got to know your financials.

I’m a helicopter pilot. But unless you understand how to read the gauges, when the storms come and you literally can’t see one way or another, you’re going to get vertigo and die – and most business owners don’t know how to read their gauges.

You’re married and have four children. How does your family encourage you, and what traits do you hope you have passed on to your children?

Their love is all I care about. They are all givers. One has his own coaching business, and he has his own identity. One is a partner with me in a business. I have a daughter that is a mom now, and she’s an actress, and a son that has his own truck-building-part business. My wife is the greatest gift of my life. She’s given me more joy and passion than anything else in my life, and, fortunately, she’s on this mission with me.

What do you want your legacy to be?

Live well by serving so many. My life is just about lighting people up, and my real legacy is the tens of millions of people around the world I have been able to inspire or provide strategies for. Getting kids off drugs, growing businesses, losing 30 pounds – anything that increases quality of life is what I’m committed to. My legacy is in the lives of the people I’ve touched. O

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OMEN ARE MAKING MOVES IN THE WORLD OF BUSINESS,

AND THE GLASS CEILING ISN’T THE ONLY THING IN THEIR SIGHTS – ENTREPRENEURSHIP IS, TOO. ACCORDING TO THE NATIONAL WOMEN’S BUSINESS COUNCIL, THERE ARE 7.8 MILLION WOMENOWNED BUSINESSES IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS REFLECTS A 20.1 PERCENT INCREASE FROM 2002 TO 2007, WHEN THE LAST STATS WERE COMPILED. IN FACT, FEMALE-OWNED FIRMS GENERATE $1.2 TRILLION IN TOTAL RECEIPTS.

Stacy Boegem and son Jay

More and more working mothers are claiming a piece of that trilliondollar pie as we see increasing numbers of “mompreneurs” (mom entrepreneurs) popping up on the commercial landscape, establishing and running companies that span the gamut from professional services to retail products – and everything in between.

None of this comes as news to Fort Lauderdale resident Stacy Boegem.

The 39-year-old mompreneur has helped thousands of women launch their own businesses in South Florida.

“I’ve seen the trend in moms starting their own businesses skyrocketing even in the last couple of years,” she says.

And what exactly is the cause of this budding trend?

“The fundamental shift that underlies all of this is happening in our culture on a deeper level,” Boegem says. “There is a new definition of suc-

cess, and it’s one word: happiness. We want our lives to reflect the things that matter to us: our health, our work, our relationships, our financial freedom and our spirituality. Through entrepreneurship, we are defining success – and prioritizing happiness – on our own terms.”

The former high-profile attorney, who has a 7-year-old son, Jay, with husband Sacha, wears many hats. Her business card identifies Boegem as not only a JD but a “professional speaker, action instigator and mastermind facilitator and coach.”

Boegem originally founded her business, The Happiness Agenda (thehappinessagenda.com), in January 2011 in New York City after some careful soul-searching. Before having her son, she was “at the top of her game” practicing law, she says, proudly following in her mother’s footsteps as an attorney.

“But after he was born, I didn’t want to outsource parenting, so I took a year off from my firm,” she says.

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er, she suffered an identity crisis.

“I was questioning who I was,” she says. “Was I the mom with the yoga pants and spit-up on my T-shirt?

Where was Stacy, the businesswoman?”

At the time, a friend was launching a startup business, and Boegem helped formulate his strategy and development programs.

“I moved from mom mode to confident mode,” she says. “And after

Her business is skyrocketing. She has nearly 2,000 mompreneurs and followers on her Facebook page, South Florida Mompreneurs. She regularly produces workshops and motivational events, and she works with select clients to help them achieve clarity and take appropriate action so that they, too, can create a business and a life they love. Boegem spearheads a live conference each year in Fort Lauder-

“The biggest obstacle when it comes to moving forward is ourselves. It’s our own resistance, and that shows up in the way of fear; a limiting belief system; negative self-talk; a lack of clarity; and all other distractions, excuses and even legitimate roadblocks.”

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six months as CEO of his firm, I left to start my own business. I was always passionate about helping people find and realize their dreams, so I studied coaching. I became a certified master coach practitioner, got business cards and a website, and the whole idea snowballed.”

The Boegems moved to South Florida in October 2011 to be closer to family. Her mom and stepdad live nearby, so she has babysitting backup.

“I had no support system in Manhattan, and, as Jay got bigger, the smaller our apartment appeared!” she says.

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“The biggest obstacle when it comes to moving forward is ourselves,” she says. “It’s our own resistance, and that shows up in the way of fear; a limiting belief system; negative self-talk; a lack of clarity; and all other distractions, excuses and even legitimate roadblocks.”

Boegem encourages her clients to be clear about what they want and to take careful inventory of their talents and strengths.

“I started my business so I could be of service in a way that honors my own unique characteristics while making a difference in the world,” she says, “and it was one of the best decisions I ever made.”

But the mompreneur’s road is not without bumps. Boegem acknowledges that it’s important to have a strong support system, like family, babysitters and housekeepers, to shoulder some of the household responsibility. Being a mompreneur can be a juggling act that rivals a three-ring circus.

“My biggest personal challenge is trying to do everything at the same time. It takes discipline to shut out the steady stream of ideas and focus on one project at a time,” she says.

“My keyword this year is ‘streamline,’ and I’ve taken steps to prune my offerings and time commitments to best position myself and my business to reach the next level.”

Managing a career and being a mom doesn’t necessarily require multitasking.

“When I’m at work, I’m at work.

And when I am home, I am with my family wholeheartedly,” she says.

“You can be with your child running errands for 20 minutes or really be with him, reading a book for five. It’s the quality of your time spent that counts. You need to create the lifework synergy that works for you.”

Her best piece of advice for any woman who wants to become her own boss?

“Don’t worry about what anyone else is doing,” she says. “Be true to yourself and get started. But don’t go it alone. Find a tribe of other women entrepreneurs who are investing in their own growth and development.

There’s no substitute for a group of women cheering you on.”

RETAIL REIGN With marketing experience at the Chicago Bulls and Priceline.com under her belt, Caroline Delafield opened her first boutique, Periwinkle (periwinkleonline.com), in Darien, Conn., just after her youngest of 62

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three girls was born.

“So we had a newborn, a 14month-old and a 2-year-old,” she says. “Not exactly the ideal time to start your own business.”

Delafield, 46, lives in Gulf Stream with her husband, Beau, and their daughters, Addie, 13; Finley, 12; and Mason, 11.

The mompreneur now owns and operates three boutiques. Periwinkle, which features women’s fashion, jew-

Caroline Delafield at Periwinkle

elry and home accessories, and Morley, which has both men’s and women’s casual wear, are located on Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach. Recently, she opened a second Morley in a trendy section of Bethesda, MD. It all started in 2004 when she wanted to give cute baby clothes and gifts to her new-mother friends and couldn’t find anything she liked on the market. So, despite the timing, she dove right in to retail.

“I started selling from my garage, and, as Periwinkle took off, we graduated into our current storefront,” Delafield says.

Then, almost like a second child, Morley followed in 2014.

“I really wanted to keep Delray local, without masses of chain stores on every corner, so I opened Morley so we could feature men’s clothing as well,” she says.

Delafield admits there was initially

“There were really tough times when I pulled all-nighters monogramming items myself and then going home to shower at 5 in the morning and starting all over again.”

– Caroline Delafield

a little tension with her husband when her business really mushroomed.

“I would bring my laptop to bed, and he made a fuss,” she says.

“We talked, and I felt that was a fair critique. So I made a rule that no business is conducted in the bedroom.”

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Delafield with daughters Finley, Mason and Addie

pulled all-nighters monogramming items myself and then going home to shower at 5 in the morning and starting all over again.”

But now that she has a superb staff watching her back – and the stores – Delafield says life is sweet.

“My biggest challenge is finding time to do everything well,” she says.

“My family does a lot of travel sports, so, at times, my main job is chauffeur.

At the beginning, this was overwhelming, but, now that I have incredible people working with me, I can spend time with my family and know that the stores are running fine without having to worry.

“My vow for this year is that I make more time to spend with my friends. But the good news is that most of my friends love coming into Periwinkle, so I get to catch up!”

Delafield’s top tip for would-be mompreneurs is borrowed from Nike.

“Just do it! You only live once,” she says. “Hard work almost always pays off. Sure, it’s tough in the beginning, but if you love what you do, there is nothing better.”

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BABY BOOM Miriam Pearson-Martinez, 40, is a very proud mother of four and the very proud owner of The Palms Birth House in Delray Beach (palmsbirth house.com), one of few licensed birth centers in Palm Beach County. The licensed midwife lives in Boca Raton with her husband, Zach; son, Elijah, 15; and daughters Ella, 11, and Daphne, 9. Another son, Seth, 24, lives in Miami.

Pearson-Martinez says she decided to become a midwife after the birth of her first child in a hospital setting.

“I felt ignored, like part of a factory,” she says. “I knew there had to be a better way to experience the joy of childbirth, so I became a midwife and began practicing in 2003. I opened my own birth center in Miami, The Holistic Maternity Center, when my third child was only 4 months old.”

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“With the crazy hours birthing babies keep, you have a lot of canceled plans and broken promises. I am open and honest with my children and take the time to keep them in the loop when I’m on call.”

– Miriam Pearson-Martinez

Miriam PearsonMartinez and family

children were in the nursery playroom that she added to the center.

When she moved to Boca Raton in 2007, she planned to downsize her business, but with the demand for midwifery climbing every year, that notion didn’t last long.

“I opened The Palms Birth House and partnered with The Orchid Nest in 2010 in Delray with my husband’s blessing,” she says. “The Orchid Nest gives our mothers-tobe support in the form of yoga classes, daddy and sibling classes and anything else that needs to be taken care of so that the mom has the most beautiful and respectful experience possible.”

Pearson-Martinez says that her biggest challenge is dealing with “mom guilt.”

“The buck stops with me,” she says. “Add in the crazy hours birthing babies keep, and you have a lot of canceled plans and broken promises. I am open and honest with my children and take the time to keep them in the loop when I’m on call.”

She surrounded herself with capable and trustworthy individuals who quickly became more than employees to Pearson-Martinez.

“I have an excellent staff that is like family,” she says. “So we support each other. We even celebrate the holidays together.”

Although she wishes she could devote more time to her biological family, Pearson-Martinez notes that they reap the benefits of mompreneurship.

“The financial freedom that owning my own business can bring has

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provided my family with an enchanted life with frequent getaways, the ability to afford fun activities, hire a private home school tutor and own a beautiful home,” she says.

And that freedom is most certainly hard-won, she says: “Be prepared to expect the unexpected and handle whatever comes your way.

Owning a business takes leadership skills; thick skin; and, for the first couple of years, not a lot of financial payoff.”

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Photo by Athena Scott Photography

Courtney Mullen, 30, parlayed her passion for dance into a lucrative business. The former professional dancer was working in private equity investment while continuing to teach dance before

opening her own venue, Organic Movements (organicmovements. com), a classical dance studio in Boca Raton, in 2013.

Mullen started training professionally at age 12, taking classes at Boca Ballet Theatre, and she performed in musical theater at Jan McArt’s Royal Palm Dinner Theatre.

An injury sidelined her professional career, but she was able to remain in dance through teaching.

Both Mullen and her husband, David Francisco, are South Florida natives. They live in Delray Beach and have a 4-year-old daughter.

“Before I opened my own studio, I was juggling motherhood, a fulltime corporate job and continuing to teach part time – which was my real passion,” she says. “When my daughter was very young, I would wear her in a carrier, and she slept

(Here and below) Courtney Mullen and students; (Left) Mullen with her husband, David Francisco, and daughter

while I taught. And then I realized that I had the opportunity to do what makes me happiest and still spend time with my daughter. So I made my part-time passion my fulltime career.”

Organic Movements spans more than 5,200 square feet, employs a staff of 10 and offers 55 classes weekly. Mullen teaches 27 of these classes herself and can’t always be home for dinner.

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nized and make sure that my husband and daughter have healthy, organic and raw meals prepared for them so they eat together, and then I have dinner when I finish work,” she says.

Mullen says that the rewards of teaching are immeasurable and that she’s honored to be a part of each student’s journey. But she admits that being a successful mompreneur takes diligence and preparation.

“I work very hard,” she says. “But

“I am extremely well organized and make sure that my husband and daughter have healthy, organic and raw meals prepared for them so they eat together, and then I have dinner when I finish work.”

– Courtney Mullen

I am blessed that my husband and I have a tremendous support system of friends and family. I think that before a mother considers branching out on her own, she needs a game plan in addition to a support network. There are no sick days when you own your own business, and the workday really never ends.”

Setting boundaries is crucial for any mompreneur – and passion is, too, Mullen says.

“I turn off my phone and com-

puter at 10 p.m., and that’s it until the next day,” she says. “On weekend nights, I make sure that I have dinner with my family to balance all the hard work I put in during the week. So my advice to any mom who wants to start her own business is to be sure it’s something you thoroughly enjoy and want to commit your life to. The opportunity to do what I love each and every day is as rewarding an experience as any I could hope for.” O SEPTEMBER 2015

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worse economic crash than we have seen in the past. Unless we address the problem of global equalization of wages and the exponential growth of technology, we are missing our opportunity to build a secure foundation for our future.”

Not many are talking about the problem, Greene notes, least of all the candidates who have emerged so far in the 2016 presidential election.

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Greene, who ran as a Democrat in 2010 for the Florida U.S. Senate seat held by George LeMieux. Greene’s platform was based on economic reform and job creation, strengthened by his promise to refuse campaign contributions from special interest groups and to limit individual donations to $100. His campaign was endorsed by the Tallahassee Democrat’s editorial board, which commended him for his “edge and an energy that

HIGHS AND LOWS: Greene against the West Palm Beach skyline; (Below) Greene, alongside his mother, delivering a concession speech after his 2010 Senate run

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sk billionaire real estate investor Jeff Greene what’s on his mind, and his answer might surprise you. It isn’t the $300 million investment he’s made in Palm Beach County land or his substantial holdings in Manhattan and Los Angeles. It isn’t even wondering if he can sell Palazzo di Amore, the Beverly Hills mansion he recently listed for $195 million – making it the most expensive potential sale in the nation. He’s thinking about the next worldwide economic disaster.

“My biggest worry is what kind of world I am leaving for my children,” says Greene, 60, whose net worth has been pegged at $3 billion

by Forbes. He has three sons under the age of 6 with his wife, Mei Sze Chan, whom he married in 2007.

The family’s main residence has been on the island of Palm Beach since 2009.

“This economy where the ‘havelots’ prevail and the ‘have-nots’ have comparatively nothing is doomed to fail,” he says. “It likely will do so within the next 10 years and be a

Photo by Lannis Waters / The Palm Beach Post

make him want to push beyond the usual talking points,” remarking, “we like the toughness he would bring to the office.”

Although Greene’s attempt to win the Democratic nomination was unsuccessful, his desire to make a difference for the middle class persists – likely due to the fact that he grew up in the midst of it during the 1960s.

“It was a sweet time,” he says, speaking with us from his home in the Hamptons. “We all had stayat-home moms, and, regardless of what our fathers did for a living,

we all went to the same school. Everyone took care of everyone else.

Thinking about it reminds me that we are all in this world together. It’s important to remember that and let it inform your priorities.”

Greene’s father was a used textile machinery dealer who lost his livelihood in the family’s home city of Worcester, Mass., when the industry moved south. The family relocated to West Palm Beach in 1972, and his father died of a heart attack at age 51, when Greene was 24.

Greene put himself through Johns Hopkins University with

multiple scholarships and student loans. To make ends meet, he taught Hebrew school, checked IDs at the Hopkins gym and worked as a busboy at The Breakers when he was back home.

After receiving his bachelor’s degree at Johns Hopkins, Greene traveled the country selling circus tickets to pay for Harvard Business School, where he ultimately received his MBA. While a student there, he bought his first house and rented out rooms to support himself and help pave the way for future investments. By the time he

graduated, he had 18 properties.

Greene credits his intuitive skills for understanding people and situations when it comes to the significant success he’s had in real estate since then. Particularly impressive was his ability to predict the last collapse of the real estate market before it happened and taking steps to avoid losing his wealth in it.

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Photo by Gary Coronado / The Palm Beach Post HOMING IN: Greene in his Palm Beach home; (Below) Cameron Estates

the market as it was could never survive. How can housing prices move forward when people can’t truly afford to buy their homes and jobs are being eliminated? I needed

and put him on the Forbes 400 list.

It’s that sort of intuition and realistic view that led him to invest hugely in Palm Beach County. It wasn’t nostalgia, he says, even though he has

“This economy where the ‘have-lots’ prevail and the ‘have-nots’ have comparatively nothing is doomed to fail. It likely will do so within the next 10 years and be a worse economic crash than we have seen in the past.” a hedge so if the market dropped, I wouldn’t lose a big chunk of my net worth. So I began talking with people I thought would understand the bubble that was forming and how to mitigate its damage.”

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fond memories of vacations spent here in the 1970s – and it’s where his mother still lives, in West Palm Beach’s Century Village.

“The intelligent planning that was done in West Palm Beach has undoubtedly revived it,” Greene says. “In 2009, I came to the market with lots of liquidity. It had very few players, and I could see even greater potential.”

The Palm Beach Post has likened his investments in the county to that of legendary magnate Henry Flagler, given that they will help foster the reimagining of West Palm Beach’s

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downtown and beyond. Greene’s $300 million investment in land and condominiums in the county since late 2009 is in addition to the $11.8 million he paid for condos in Jensen Beach and more than $10 million for condos in Pompano Beach.

Greene is particularly proud of Cameron Estates, the luxury rental apartment and townhome community under construction in West

Palm Beach on the site where the Atlanta Braves used to have spring training. The low-rise one-, twoand three-bedroom residences, some of which are now available, come with access to amenities atypical of Florida’s rental communities, such as a private dog park and two lakes – along with a clubhouse that features bowling alleys, a movie theater and a demonstration kitchen.

Greene’s life in Palm Beach is a conscious effort to achieve true work-life balance.

“I work a lot, but I work from home. It’s important for me to be the one to take my kids to school and pick them up. In the summer, I see them off to camp. I want to be around for my family,” says Greene, adding that because he married and had children later in life, he has a priority of spending as much time as possible with family.

His wife, who owned a thriving real estate business in the Catskills prior to her marriage to Greene, often visits the sites of his investments. Greene says he never hires an architect without her advice. His mother spends weekends with the family and often travels with them on vacations.

Greene prefers his home that’s right on the sand in Palm Beach to the congestion of Los Angeles, where he lived for 28 years, and that of Miami-Dade County, where he and Chan lived for a while, on South Beach. The couple entertains frequently at their homes in Palm Beach and the Hamptons, where the conversation has lately involved how to drive economic change that could offset disastrous social unrest and crime throughout the country – and even worldwide, he says.

To help address the problem, Greene will host a “Closing the Gap” conference Dec. 6-8 at Palm Beach’s Tideline Ocean Resort & Spa (which he owns), featuring speakers such as former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger; former Labor Secretary Robert Reich; prominent economist Nouriel Roubini; and New York Times columnist Thomas L. Friedman, along with other thought leaders on the subject.

“Although it sounds like a lot to do right now, we can fix this,” he says. “We have the biggest economy in the world; everyone wants to come here.

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THE GOOD LIFE: Tideline Ocean Resort & Spa; (Below) Greene with wife Mei Sze Chan

TWO CENTS Jeff Greene’s Advice For Enterprising Youth Get as much education as possible and continue it. You may have as many as four or five careers in your lifetime.

Be mindless of trends. Stay focused on your goals and don’t get complacent when you reach them.

Change happens quickly; it’s a fast-moving train. Always be ready for it.

Strive to be the best in every way. The world is much more competitive than ever before, so being your best will give you an edge.

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WELLNESS WHILE[ [ Forward-Thinking Companies Offer Programs For Employee Health

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ODAY’S PROGRESSIVE WORKPLACE ISN’T YOUR DADDY’S OFFICE. MORE AND MORE COMPANIES ACROSS THE COUNTRY ARE INTEGRATING WELLNESS PROGRAMS AS PERKS TO KEEP EMPLOYEES HAPPY, HEALTHY AND PRODUCTIVE. IMAGINE STATE-OF-THE-ART FITNESS CENTERS, REGULAR

EXERCISE CLASSES, FREE HEALTHY MEALS, MEDICAL CENTERS – EVEN DRY CLEANING AND LAUNDRY SERVICES ON THE PREMISES TO SAVE TIME AND STRESS.

Employees feel great and appreciated while the rewards for the companies are astounding. A survey conducted by The Institute for HealthCare Consumerism, located in Alpharetta, Ga., found that firms that promote wellness enjoy an average of 28 percent reduction in sick days, 26 percent reduction in health costs and 30 percent reduction in workers compensation and disability claims.

Research shows that work is the second most common source of stress for Americans – after money – and 42 percent of the respondents in one survey reported that a stressful work environment was the reason they jumped ship.

That’s why employers are implementing ways to make sure their associates “whistle while they work.” In Mountain View, Calif., Google employees have access to unlimited free meals; four state-of-the art gyms; and complimentary laundry, car wash, dry cleaning, bike repair, hair styling and massage services. They even enjoy an indoor slide and a thousand community bikes scattered throughout the Googleplex. So it should come as no surprise that Google has been rated the No. 1 best company to work for by Fortune six years running.

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While Google rests on the extreme end of the spectrum, other companies are promoting wellness in various, smaller ways. Take, for example, old-timer General Electric, headquartered in Fairfield, Conn. The company offers a Health Coach program that connects all employees to trained nurses and a NowClinic that allows workers to video-chat with physicians 24/7 to obtain quick medical diagnoses.

GET FIT: (Right) NCCI smoothie bar and exercise class; (Below) Jack Singer; (Below right) Phil Daniels

Jack Singer, Ph.D, a nationally recognized expert in industrial psychology and a former South Florida resident who now lives in California, says that the American Psychological Association hails these improvements.

“For decades, industrial psychologists have been touting the valueadded benefits, such as providing employees with healthy cafeterias, yoga and massages at the work site, brown bag lectures and stress mastery,” he says. “We also know from a ton of research that exercise is one of the best ways to reduce overall stress and illness.”

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“If the work environment is stressful and unhealthy, more money doesn’t matter in the long run. Providing employees with wellness opportunities and education will not only add years to their lives but also leads to dramatic reductions in health claims and absenteeism.”

– Jack Singer, nationally recognized expert in industrial psychology

harder or better, the effects are short-term, Singer says.

“If the work environment is stressful and unhealthy, more money doesn’t matter in the long run,” he says. “Providing employees with wellness opportunities and education will not only add years to their lives but also leads to dramatic reductions in health claims and absenteeism.”

Phil Daniels, co-founder and executive vice-president of marketing of Healthiest Employer, says that the trend toward wellness in the workplace is growing by leaps and bounds. Healthiest Employer is an

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Indianapolis-based firm that offers programs and software to employers nationwide who want to evaluate and improve the overall health of their workers.

“We opened our company in 2009 and have seen a 25 percent increase in companies seeking our help to improve the well-being of their workers,” he says. “It used to be that the focus was just on reducing health care costs and lowering insurance premiums, but, today, we’re seeing companies focusing in on the gains they make in cutting employee absenteeism and keeping their employees happy and productive.”

Some organizations have onsite clinics with medical doctors and registered nurses as well as full

pharmacies so their employees can benefit from the convenience. And it’s not just the giants who can implement this perk.

“Smaller companies can share the expenses of running such a clinic, which makes it cost-effective,” says Daniels.

Besides the basic gym and cafeteria makeovers, many companies employ chefs and nutritionists to provide fresh and healthy meals. Others supply activity trackers, like Fitbits, that encourage employees to monitor their activity, heart rates and sleep patterns.

“Some companies redesigned their entire facility to be movementfriendly, like adding lighted stairwells, walking paths, treadmill desks and, of course, showers to counter

that lunch-hour run,” Daniels says.

Here in South Florida, many organizations have taken up the wellness challenge with gusto. One of the foremost examples is Boca Raton’s NCCI Holdings, a provider of workers compensation information, tools and services. It supports a culture of wellness that encourages healthy behaviors, including programs to improve financial, mental and physical well-being. There’s even an on-site Wellness Center that provides free blood pressure testing; weigh-ins; and preventative health screenings, including cholesterol, blood glucose levels and body mass index.

NCCI began its Wellness Wins! program in 2009 to help its more than 875 employees develop lifelong healthy habits and balance their workk and personal lives. Gail Nichols, di-rector of compensation, benefits and human resources systems, says that Wellness Wins! is working.

“We started the program to help cut health costs, and we have been so successful that we weree able to give some of the savingss back to our employees for the pastt

two years,” she says.

The NCCI cafeteria has nutritional labeling on most meals and offers plenty of fresh fruit, fish and baked goods comprising low salt and fat. Plus, there’s a fresh salad bar with more than 80 items.

“We believe in having choices, so we certainly have cookies in the cafeteria, but people who choose the healthier options get a 10 percent discount on their food,” Nichols says.

NCCI also offers free one-onone nutritional counseling and annual biometric screenings to help identify and prevent disease. Each year, about 70 percent of NCCI employees participate in the screenings, which provide information about their risks for certain diseases and conditions.

The company has also partnered with the YMCA to provide fitness classes throughout the day (even after hours), including boot camps, kickboxing, yoga and spin classes.

“The wellness program is fantastic!” says Cheryl Nye, senior data analyst. “I love having the free gym available and attend the group classes during lunchtime or in the evening. I can see a real improvement in muscle tone, and I’ve lost 10 pounds this year.”

Employees are also encouraged to participate in community and corporate events such as team runs and walks.

“We always have an excellent turnout,” Nichols says. “Everyone seems to appreciate what we do for them, so they support our team.”

NCCI provides a diabetes management class, too, for those at risk.

The YMCA runs it, following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.

“The employees who are enrolled in the program have told us how much better they feel. They’ve lost weight, are eating better and are reducing their risk for diabetes,” says Nichols.

Craig Ehrnst, treasurer at NCCI, says that he lost 20 pounds after the Know Your Numbers checkup identified him as being prediabetic.

“I began using the gym at least twice weekly, eating salads from the salad bar and weighing myself daily,” he says. “I have lost more than 20 pounds and feel great. My wife says I snore much less, and my kids like it because I am less tired. I like it because I know I will live longer.”

Bankers Healthcare Group (BHG), a provider of financial solutions for health care professionals, was ranked one of the top South Florida workplaces of 2015 by the Sun Sentinel.

And, in May, it was recognized by the American Heart Association as a Fit-Friendly Worksite. The Daviebased company features on-site gym facilities, individual and group fitness classes, competitions, an in-house athletic club and healthy vending machine and cafeteria options.

SUCCESS IS “WELL” WITHIN REACH Phil Daniels, executive vice-president of marketing of Healthiest Employer, says that wellness programs come in many shapes and sizes but share key components. If you’re considering launching a program at your place of work, here are five tips to get started.

EXECUTIVES LEAD THE WAY: Behavioral changes begin at the top. It’s critical that senior leadership actively participates in the program. “Walking the walk” sets the tone.

KNOW YOUR POPULATION: Before investing in a program or activity, make sure you know the habits, challenges, health motivators and communication ppreferences of your workforce.

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Employers can get creative by using their existing infrastructure.

Examples include establishing on-site walking trails, planting an employee garden and adding lights and paint to stairwells to make them more appealing for employees to use.

DATA IS THE PROMISED LAND: Health analysis tools can connect the dots between wellness programs and health outcomes. With the correct data, employers can intervene and target employee engagement before health declines.

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TEAM EFFORT: (Left) BHG employees participate in Syracuse Festival of Races and Tough Mudder; (Opposite) JM Family Health Wellness Center, gym and cafeteria

more than just improving productivity and outcomes,” Castro says. “It’s about transforming the work environment so our employees are enthusiastic about coming to work and feel energized by the BHG culture.”

Last but not least is what some consider the crème de la crème of South Florida workplaces: JM Family Enterprises, headquartered in Deerfield Beach.

Fortune magazine ranked the company, which has more than 4,000 associates nationwide, No. 34 in the country on its 2015 100 Best Companies To Work For list. The main campus has an indoor pool, two state-of-the-art fitness centers and special vending machines. At the cafeteria, healthful gourmet meals – think seared ahi tuna with veggies – are served throughout the day and cost employees a nominal fee.

“I don’t think I have ever paid more than $5 for a full-course entrée,” says Debbie Stallings, director of healthcare services operations at JM. The Deerfield Beach fitness center features a plush, mirrored studio, complete with bamboo floors, that offers classes for Pilates, Zumba and everything in between. All this is pro“We’ve made it a top priority to emphasize the importance of wellness – from having a positive mental attitude and encouraging our teammates to making good dietary choices,” says Bob Castro, BHG president and cofounder. “It’s a chief reason why, year after year, BHG is recognized as one of the best places to work.”

He adds: “When employees have time during the workday to invest in their own needs, whether that’s building relationships or meeting personal goals, they feel valued and respected as people.”

Daniels, of Healthiest Employer, says that Castro’s positive leadership is one of the reasons BHG, with 128 employees, is so successful in its well76

“We’ve made it a top priority to emphasize the importance of wellness – from having a positive mental attitude and encouraging our teammates to making good dietary choices.” – Bob Castro, BHG president and co-founder ness programs: “It is imperative the leader is on board to make well-being in the workforce effective.”

Chrisie Allemand is a personal trainer and registered dietitian. The Fort Lauderdale resident supervises BHG’s health and fitness program.

She conducts five fitness classes daily, including circuit training, spinning and boxing.

“I work closely with the associates to help them achieve their goals,” she says. “We held a Biggest Loser contest in all our branches last year, and Mi-

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chael Martin, from our office, lost 50 pounds and won the event.”

BHG has an on-site café with healthy options provided by a chef.

“I’ve seen such a difference since we implemented the programs,” says Allemand. “The associates are uplifted and excited to go to work and never want to leave. I know I don’t.”

Allemand says that the success of BHG’s venture into wellness is a direct result of the commitment from management.

“To us, workplace wellness is much

vided free for associates, with classes held throughout the day and into the evening. The weight and exercise rooms comprise state-of-the-art equipment, including elliptical machines and treadmills.

But perhaps the biggest benefits are the automotive company’s Health Wellness Centers, staffed by physicians, nurses, physical therapists and dietitians. Two gynecologists also rotate through the centers.

“We provide health care to all our associates, their spouses and de-

pendents over the age of 16,” Stallings says. “There’s no waiting and no co-payment or deductible. And we do regular assessment and full laboratory testing and treat chronic diseases.”

Stallings says that this program saved the life of one of their nurses: “She was in her 40s and went for a routine EKG. They found an abnormality, and she had to have a valve replacement. Our medical staff called ahead so that her transition into the hospital to have surgery was seamless. Our doctors visited her at the hospital and followed up when she came home. She could not express her gratitude enough for the support we provided.”

Another worker was diagnosed and treated for sleep apnea.

“He was so happy he was hugging and kissing everyone because he said it was the first time he could remember being able to play with his kids and feeling so good,” Stallings says.

As an extra incentive, associates

earn $700 if they participate in one of the many wellness programs, such as working out, smoking cessation classes, dental and vision exams or weight management. JM Family was honored by the American Heart Association as one of its Fit-Friendly Worksites in 2013.

The founder of JM Family Enterprises, Jim Moran, began the wellness program in 1989.

“He was a visionary,” says Stallings. “Long before anyone was im-

plementing wellness in the workplace, Jim Moran pioneered the concept here in South Florida. His belief was that his associates are his biggest asset, and he made health a priority.”

Moran passed away in 2007, but his legacy lives on.

“I think the name says it all,” says Stallings. “We are family and treat all our associates as part of that family. Our leadership cares about us as individuals and is well aware

of the impact that good health has on our performance and loyalty.”

And that impact is even greater than many imagine. According to Daniels, more than 150 million Americans receive employee benefits, which makes employers responsible for over half the population, he says: “This gives them a powerful voice to improve individual health.

Together, we can move the needle and make well-being a reality in our workplaces and communities.” O

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SOUTH FLORIDA’S DANY GARCIA, WITH FORMER HUSBAND DWAYNE “THE ROCK” JOHNSON, RULES AN ENTERTAINMENT EMPIRE

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o most people, having a “family business” means running a mom-and-pop shop.

But, for South Florida’s Dany Garcia and ex-husband Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, it translates into a multimillion-dollar empire including TV and feature film vehicles that he stars in and she produces – such as the new HBO hit, “Ballers.” In addition, Garcia’s solo production and management projects have made her one of Hollywood’s busiest female moguls. On top of that, she’s an active philanthropist and a professional bodybuilder.

How does she do it all? Garcia, 46, opened up to us about the secrets to her success.

Growing up in Morris County, New Jersey, Garcia learned the gratification of earning her own money thanks to her parents, who are Cuban.

“At 12 years old, they bought a horse for me,” Garcia says. “To pay for the horse, I ran the barn. I cleaned it and drove the tractor. Taking care of it gave me a great sense

of satisfaction. The horse was something I really wanted, and I was able to control whether or not I got to keep it.”

In high school, she sold suits at a men’s clothing store.

“I enjoyed it,” she says. “Marketing and finance came naturally to me.”

Later, she studied business at the University of Miami, where she met her future husband, who was then a Miami Hurricanes football player.

It was her passion for commerce, she says, that initially sparked Johnson’s interest.

“We’d run into each other in the weight room,” Garcia says. “One night, a group of us went out. He asked me what I was getting my degree in, and I told him finance and marketing. He was impressed.

We became friends, and the relationship started from there.”

From the beginning, balancing a relationship with Johnson that was both personal and professional came easily.

“Even when he was playing football, I would watch the tapes and talk about the plays,” she says. “He’s extremely coachable and committed.

He comes from a point of no ego, which is so, so rare.”

Their collaborative process continued to thrive when he became a professional wrestler for the WWE. While working first for Merrill Lynch and then a private wealth management firm, Garcia also oversaw his career.

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and entertain U.S. troops that’s set to air on Veterans Day 2016, Seven Bucks also produces “Ballers,” the slick new HBO series starring Johnson as a retired pro athlete turned money manager. While the pressure

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“My business background meant I could have a real [working] relationship with [WWE Chairman and CEO] Vince McMahon,” she notes.

Making the transition from campy cable-sports figure to international leading man is no easy feat. In fact, it’s almost unheard of. But with Garcia behind him, Johnson achieved it.

He was offered the role of The Scorpion King in 2001’s “The Mummy Returns.” Johnson’s portrayal was such a hit that the character received his own self-titled film a year later.

A star was born.

“I could always see it in him,” Garcia says. “I had enough success and acumen that I was able to say to him, ‘This is who you can be.’ That’s important: having people in place who

“I could always see it in Dwayne. I had enough success and acumen that I was able to say to him, ‘This is who you can be.’ That’s important: having people in place who are invested in you, who have a greater vision. That’s the role I played.” are invested in you, who have a greater vision. That’s the role I played.”

She adds: “We never winged anything. We had very specific conversations about what we were going to do and how we were going to do it. And we were always looking at the bigger picture.”

The couple had a daughter, Simone Alexandra, but they eventually divorced in 2008. (Garcia married strength and conditioning coach and entrepreneur Dave Rienzi in 2014.)

Garcia and Johnson’s split was amicable, and it didn’t affect their business relationship.

“Really, we came out of it as partners and friends,” she says. “As a married couple, we didn’t have the ingredients that matched. But we work together magnificently, and we have an amazing child. What didn’t work in the marriage, we put aside peacefully.

We put it aside for our daughter, our family and our enterprise.”

These days, that enterprise includes Seven Bucks Productions, the production company she runs with Johnson. In addition to Rock the Troops, a global event to celebrate 80

PARTNERS IN FAME: (Clockwise from left) Johnson in HBO’s “Ballers”; Garcia; Johnson and Arielle Kebbel in “Ballers”

of producing a high-profile show for the hottest network on television might rattle those with less industry savvy, Garcia takes it in stride.

“With the WWE, we were doing live shows,” she says. “I got comfortable with pressure. It’s not a new space for me, and it’s not a new space for Dwayne. You develop great self-reliance on your instinct.”

She adds: “At HBO, you have tremendous support. Their vision is very clear, and everyone has a great understanding of what they want to see. Everyone’s done their homework.”

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projects in the works that keep Garcia’s schedule packed, yet she remains committed to discovering and nurturing new talent through her own firm, The Garcia Companies. Case in point: Eva Marie, a stunning pro wrestler currently starring on E!’s “Total Divas” reality show, whom Garcia hopes to make into a household name in the same manner as Johnson.

“I’m only interested in talent that’s multifaceted – someone who wants to do more than just sing or just act,” Garcia says. “Eva fits that perfectly – she’s tenacious, and she wants to do it all. That’s the perfect client for me.”

Garcia also works with Ronda Rousey, mixed martial artist and UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion (as of press time).

While Garcia’s career involves frequent travel to New York and Los Angeles, she’s proud to call Fort Lauderdale home.

“I’ve been a South Florida girl since I came here for college,” she says. “It’s a wonderful place to raise my child. Down here, she’s not The Rock’s daughter. She has the same set of friends she’s always had. It’s good for me, too. It keeps me well rounded and gives me tremendous perspective. Here, I’m surrounded by the real audience.”

Garcia has teams on both coasts whom she refers to as her “fearless warriors” and whom she credits for doing their jobs so well that she can carve out a little time for herself. That time is spent training and competing professionally as a wom-

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en’s physique bodybuilder. Her ultimate goal: becoming Ms. Olympia.

“I remember opening up a Muscle & Fitness magazine when I was young and seeing the physique on Ms. Olympia and just thinking, ‘Wow,’” she says. “I’ve been an athlete ever since. But I never had the opportunity to really go for it because I was working, and then I became a mom. Recently, the timing was perfect. I just went for it. In 2014, I went pro.”

What’s been good for Garcia’s body has been good for business, too.

“It keeps me healthy and clean as far as diet, sleep and stress go,” she says. “I have to have a clear mind.

And I’m passionate about it. When you have passion, it gives you energy for everything. I’m actually working on a documentary about my journey and the journey of other amateurs and pros.”

Garcia also devotes time to philanthropic efforts, having founded The Beacon Experience, a Miamibased foundation and cohort of the “I Have A Dream” Foundation that adopted 64 promising but at-risk kindergarteners in 2006 and provided them with tutoring and, eventually, college scholarships.

“I remember opening up a Muscle & Fitness magazine when I was young and seeing the physique on Ms. Olympia and just thinking, ‘Wow.’ I’ve been an athlete ever since. Recently, I just went for it.

In 2014, I went pro.”

Even with such a full plate of projects and passions to attend to, Garcia is always looking for new challenges.

“Every day, I wake up, and I think, ‘What can I improve on? What can I do better?’” she says. “I’ve had so much success, yet I feel like I’m just getting started. There’s an internal drive within me that says there’s so much more to be done, and it’s going to be so much fun. I love it.” O SJEUPNT E /MJ BUELY R 2015

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at the Scotch and Cigar Experience The Men’s Division of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County is kicking off a full season of events with the Scotch and Cigar Experience, featuring renowned whiskey expert and Ambassador Struan Grant Ralph, from William Grant & Sons, representing scotch brand Glenfiddich.

Thursday, October 29, 2015 • 6 p.m.

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WE’RE RAISING THE BAR ON MEN’S EVENTS Whether it’s enjoying a great night with your peers, meeting a sports legend or getting an insider’s view on the Middle East, Federation is bringing together men of all ages and interests. At the heart of it all is building a stronger, brighter Jewish community together and improving lives locally, in Israel and around the world.

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PUERTO RICO BOND AND WALL STREET LOSSES Darren Blum Of Blum Law Group Attempts To Recover Investment Losses IF YOU WERE SOLD A PUERTO

Rico bond or bond fund, and it has dropped in value or stopped paying interest, you may be able to recover your investment losses. “Brokerage firms knew, or should have known, years ago, that investing in Puerto Rico bonds was risky,” says attorney Darren Blum, managing partner of Blum Law Group.

“I have seen many cases involving Puerto Rico bonds or bond funds that plummeted dramatically in value (see badpuertoricobonds.com).”

Blum adds that if you have lost money or not made enough money in the rising stock market, you may have a claim against your broker or firm – especially if your broker bought and sold securities just to gener84

ate commissions.

“I have recovered millions of dollars for investors who not only lost money in the stock market, but simply did not make enough,” says Blum.

Over the past two decades, Blum has brought more than $1 billion in claims, helping thousands of investors recover some of their losses. “My practice is dedicated to securities arbitration and litigation, and I take an aggressive approach,” he says. “Most cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, so if I don’t recover money for my clients, they don’t pay me a penny (costs, if any, are additional); it’s that simple,” says Blum, who offers free case evaluations.

Blum joined the financial

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services industry while he was in college by becoming a licensed stock and commodities broker.

He worked on the “floor” of the exchange in the World Trade Center in New York, prior to earning his law degree. He worked at FINRA (formerly NASD), became an arbitrator, and practiced at one of the world’s largest law firms defending brokers, before switching his practice to representing investors against brokerage firms. Since then, Blum’s cases have been featured in The

Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Time, Investment News and other national publications, as well as CNN and CNBC. “I have an insider’s perspective on the securities industry, because I was a stock broker and combined my knowledge and experience with a law degree almost 20 years ago,” Blum says. “I love to put a broker or branch manager on the stand, prove their misconduct and recover my client’s money.”

BLUM LAW GROUP is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale and handles cases nationwide. For more information, call 954-255-8181 or visit STOCKATTORNEYS.COM.

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We understand both the economics and the emotional issues in a case. We are always amenable to settling a case, but we are always prepared to litigate aggressively if necessary.

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MARITAL AND FAMILY LAW Partners At Brodie & Friedman, P.A., Bring Skills And Experience To Every Engagement WHEN IT COMES TO MARITAL AND

family law, Jason A. Brodie and Joshua K. Friedman provide clients with sound advice and personalized attention, making themselves available 24 hours

a day, seven days a week if necessary.

“We always follow the law and any changes to it,” says Brodie.

The attorneys believe their

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clients depend on them for advice regarding what they may be entitled to and to know the ever-changing laws in the family law arena.

“In divorce cases, issues like child custody and property division can be life-changing,” says Brodie. “But in high-asset divorce cases, the stakes are especially high because the issues can be even more complex.” For example, high-asset couples might co-own businesses, numerous financial accounts and multiple properties that all have to be valued and distributed equitably.

“We understand both the economics and the emotional issues in a case,” says

Friedman, who is boardcertified in marital and family law by The Florida Bar. “We are always amenable to settling a case, but we are always prepared to litigate aggressively if necessary.”

Along with providing professional guidance and support to their clients, Brodie and Friedman are active in the community. They serve on the professional advisory committee of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County and contribute to area charitable organizations such as Stand Among Friends. As Friedman says, “We want to give back to the community that supports us.”

Brodie and Friedman have been featured on the “Today” show, MSNBC, FOX News and local area television stations.

Brodie & Friedman’s areas of practice focus on divorce, child support, property distribution, alimony, time-sharing, enforcement, modification, relocation and pre- and postnuptial agreements.

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STOCK MARKET LOSSES Brad Gucciardo Of Gucciardo Law Group, P.A. Rights Investment Wrongs

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September 11th to convince attorney Brad Gucciardo to change his law practice from representing Wall Street to representing investors who are victims of Wall Street misconduct.

Gucciardo had been practicing law in New York City since 1999, representing brokerage firms and their stockbrokers against claims of fraud and other improper conduct, perpetrated upon innocent investors – he lost many a night’s sleep defending what he often considered to be criminal conduct.

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transformed his practice to representing stock market investors, seeking recovery of their investment losses. Now, more than 13 years later, Gucciardo has been busier than ever, continuing to help investors fight goliath Wall Street brokerage firms. He recently decided to leave his 12-year law partnership to open Gucciardo Law Group, P.A. The firm has offices in Sarasota and is soon opening an office in downtown Delray Beach. Gucciardo has more than 15 years of experience representing investors in securities arbitration proceedings; he fights for their rights and seeks recovery of money that should never have been lost.

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“Our clients are often innocent investors exposed to unsuitable investment recommendations, failures to follow instructions, unauthorized trading, misrepresentation and omission of important investment-related information, and, many times, fraud,” Gucciardo explains.

Through free consultations, Gucciardo Law Group reviews investment activity in brokerage accounts to determine if losses were caused by brokerage firm and stockbroker misconduct.

If so, the law firm goes into action. “We focus on taking cases that involve true victims of Wall Street misconduct. As a result, we are able to limit our caseload and devote the time necessary to aggressively litigate each client’s claims.”

He adds: “This translates to our clients receiving the best representation possible. We handle each case, large or small, strong or weak, with the same level of aggressiveness.

Every client is considered very important.”

GUCCIARDO LAW GROUP, P.A. is located at 8470 Enterprise Circle, Suite 300, Lakewood Ranch.

For more information, call 941-361-1574 or visit GUCCILAWFL.COM.

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Howard Kanner and Eric Pintaluga

PERSONAL INJURY LAW At Kanner & Pintaluga, It’s All About Personal Injury And Personal Service WHEN KANNER & PINTALUGA

was looking for a new home for its headquarters, Boca Raton was the logical choice.

“It’s a good central location.

We are between Miami and Jupiter,” says co-founder Howard Kanner.

The 12-year-old personal

injury firm moved into its state-of-the-art, 50,000square-foot headquarters in July. Although the firm maintains a presence in its other Florida offices, in Delray Beach, Hollywood, Miami, Bonita Springs, Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville,

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the Boca Raton headquarters is home to 175 employees who are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to handle clients’ needs.

From fender benders to catastrophic injuries, Kanner & Pintaluga always strives to achieve the best outcome for its clients.

“While some law firms don’t have the financial ability to take a case to trial, we take pride in the fact that we have the financial and intellectual ability, as well as the desire, to fully prosecute our clients’ cases to the fullest,” says Kanner.

The firm has recovered more than $100 million on behalf of the thousands of clients it has represented.

“Clients who are unsure

of whether they have a case can rely on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys to help them navigate their way through the litigation process,” says co-founder Eric Pintaluga.

The firm runs paperless, which means all of its employees, no matter where they are, have real-time access to client files. Its state-of-the-art conferencing capabilities allow interviews, hearings and depositions to take place from anywhere at any time.

“We welcome the community to stop in and see our offices.

It’s a place for people with legal questions to stop in anytime to see if we can assist them,” Kanner says.

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RESOLVING CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS Jason Wolf Of Koch, Parafinczuk And Wolf, PA, Helps Associations And Homeowners Recover Losses

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a stucco wall; or a defective HVAC, plumbing or electrical system can cause expensive problems for homeowner and condominium associations as well as individual property owners. Attorney Jason Wolf, a shareholder with Koch, Parafinczuk and Wolf, PA, helps clients determine the facts and recover their losses in these types of construction defect cases.

“Many construction problems aren’t obvious until the damage becomes apparent after several months or years have passed,” says Wolf, who has extensive trial experience and a deep understanding of the construction industry, and who is currently A/V-rated 88

by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating that the organization provides. “The cause could be using the wrong types or sizes of materials or taking a shortcut in constructing the building.”

While associations and owners generally have four years to file a construction defect lawsuit, under some conditions, that filing period can be extended to 10 years.

“The Florida Legislature this year tried to reduce the maximum time to bring a construction defect claim from 10 years to seven,” Wolf says.

“That bill is likely to come up again in a future legislative session, which means that homeowners and associations will have even less time

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to bring suit once they discover a defect.”

In any case, it’s important to launch a thorough investigation of a structure as soon as a problem is discovered, says Wolf: “Our firm has access to a network of engineers, contractors and other professionals who can evaluate the situation and serve as expert witnesses if the case goes to trial.”

Last year, Wolf was appointed

by Gov. Rick Scott to the Construction Industry Licensing

Board. He is also active in the Windstorm Insurance Network, serving as a member of the Long Range Planning Committee. A community leader as well as an experienced professional, Wolf has been on Super Lawyers’ list of “Florida Rising Stars” for the past three years.

“Construction defect cases can be very complex,” Wolf says. “Our goal is to help our clients resolve these disputes as effectively and efficiently as possible so they can move forward with their lives.”

KOCH, PARAFINCZUK AND WOLF, PA, is located at 110 E. Broward Blvd., Suite 1630, Fort Lauderdale. For more information, call 954-462-6700 or visit KPWLAW.COM.

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practice, Boca Raton attorney Joseph Osborne has dedicated his career to helping injured clients find justice in the courtroom. Today, he handles complex product liability,

medical malpractice and personal injury cases on a local and national level.

Osborne was appointed to serve on the plaintiffs’ steering committee in several nationwide cases involving unsafe

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drugs and medical devices.

“I know the profound effect that these products have on peoples’ lives,” says Osborne, who recently founded Osborne & Associates in Boca Raton and was formerly a partner at Babbitt Johnson Osborne & Le Clainche in West Palm Beach.

Osborne was part of the legal team that in November helped secure a verdict of $26.7 million for four plaintiffs in a bellwether case against Boston Scientific Corp., a medical device manufacturer accused of failing to perform critical safety studies on its transvaginal-mesh.

Noting that the case has important implications for women who had the mesh surgically implanted to treat pelvic prolapse, Osborne says, “I represent thousands of women who’ve been affected by polypropylene mesh from all the different manufacturers.”

Osborne is also active on the national steering committee

for plaintiffs who are suing Stryker for injuries caused by its Rejuvenate and ABG II hip systems. He also represents clients injured by metal-onmetal hip systems manufactured by other companies.

Through the years, Osborne has honed his legal skills, drawing on his early experience as a partner in a medical malpractice defense firm and his ability to understand and present a client’s case. He is a member of the American Association for Justice (AAJ).

A resident of Boca since 1990, Osborne has three children and is an active supporter of youth sports.

He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics at Brown University and his law degree at the University of Florida.

“I enjoy the challenge of digging into complicated legal matters,” says Osborne. “My goal is to build the strongest possible case for my clients in the courtroom.”

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buying, selling or financing a house and dealing with divorce are often treated simply as legal matters, but they are really transformational periods in our lives that deserve a lot more attention, says Tammy Saltzman, a family law and real estate attorney who has practiced in Boca Raton for the past 15 years.

Trained in collaborative family law and a Florida certified family mediator, Saltzman focuses her legal practice at TBS Law PA/Choice Mediations LLC on family law and mediation, as well as specialized real estate services. As a highly indemand motivational speaker and host of the Internet-based TV show “Divorce Connection 90

Network” on WRPBiTV.com, Saltzman finds she is most often providing strategies that help people navigate transitions in their lives, rather than just offering legal advice.

“For me, it’s not about billable hours,” says Saltzman, who has been honored with The Most Outstanding Woman of the Year award from the National Association of Women Lawyers. “It’s about the personal satisfaction and fulfillment I get from helping people move successfully through life transitions with a minimum of sleepless nights, aggravation and financial worries.”

Litigation, especially in divorce, should be the last option, she emphasizes, noting that she started her television

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“I’m all about saving marriages, whenever possible. The grass isn’t always greener on the other side,” says Saltzman, who is often called in by South Florida therapists to give clients a “reality check” about what is involved in divorce when they are considering it.

“When saving marriages isn’t possible, I like to at least know that I am helping people have the most peaceful divorce and set themselves up in life so

they can start living their dreams again. It’s often about finding that new chance at life.”

Relating to her clients’ issues is easy for Saltzman, who has herself experienced divorce and stepchildren, as well as finding her calling as a lawyer later in life.

“There’s no situation that anyone can throw at me that I haven’t seen or experienced,” she says. “I think that’s why I’m able to be both empathetic and sympathetic. I really enjoy helping people find their path again.”

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GOOD COOKING Flavor Palm Beach Returns With Mouthwatering Restaurant Options ome say September is the hottest month.

We agree. But here’s a recipe to help you beat the heat: Flavor Palm Beach.

This annual event gets you out of the kitchen to savor cuisine from renowned chefs at more than 50 of the county’s best restaurants, which are offering tantalizing prix fixe menus for lunch and dinner (three courses for $20 for lunch and $30 or $35 for dinner).

Flavor Palm Beach benefits the Palm Beach County Food Bank, TAKE YOUR PICK: (Clockwise from above) Seasons 52’s the only locally led and governed Cedar Plank Salmon; Temple Orange at Eau Resort’s Tamarind Glazed Short Rib; Josef’s Table’s Lamb; Morton’s food bank in the county that disMousse; 3800 Ocean’s Pan-Roasted Duck Breast tributes food to hunger relief agencies at no cost.

“We are thrilled to begin our eighth annual restaurant month with so many amazing restaurants for such a great cause,” says founder Briana Beaty.

This mouthwatering event lasts the entire month, so grab your calendar and start planning for some fantastic fare. There are options for everything from steak to seafood, and many venues offer waterfront views or live music. What better chance to revisit your faves and discover some new ones along the way?

Among the restaurants, which span from Jupiter to Boca Raton, are Café Boulud, Café Chardonnay, Capital Grille, Charley’s Crab, 50 Ocean, Morton’s The Steakhouse, The Melting Pot, III Forks, Pistache French Bistro, Bricktops, Imoto, Avocado Grill and Seasons 52. A few of the offerings: Lemon-Honey Brushed Salmon Filet, Pumpkin & White Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding and Tupelo Honey Glazed Baby Back Ribs. Hungry yet? O

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P a l o o z e a l d o No EXPLORE THE PASTA-BILITIES OF THIS VERSATILE INGREDIENT IN CLASSIC ASIAN DISHES

Asian noodles are a very hot trend in the culinary world, according to the National Restaurant Association – and it’s easy to see why. Most of these recipes, from “Oodles of Noodles” by Louise Pickford, comprise your protein, veggies and starch all in one bowl.

And they’re brimming with complex flavor. Plus they’re a great way to mix up your dinner routine while exploring Asian cultures. It may seem like a pain to purchase certain exotic ingredients, but trust us, you’ll want to use them again and again. Find many of the following ingredients at your local Asian market and see how well they translate into other cuisines as well. From savory soups to fresh salads to sizzling stir-fries, these exciting recipes bring noodles to life!

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SEARED SALMON AND GREEN TEA NOODLE SALAD You can use any type of Japanese noodles for this, but we love the flavor and color of green tea noodles.

The deeply sweet taste of green tea pairs wonderfully with the soft and soothing texture of the salmon.

(Serves 4) INGREDIENTS 7 oz. green tea soba noodles 2 tsp. sesame oil 9 oz. fresh sashimi salmon fillet A pinch of smoked sea salt (see tip below) 3 tbsp. white and dark sesame seeds A handful each of fresh mixed baby salad leaves and cilantro Pickled ginger, to serve (optional) DRESSING INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. dashi broth (see below) 1½ tbsp. rice wine vinegar 2 tsp. light soy sauce 1 tsp. granulated sugar 1 tsp. sesame oil DASHI BROTH INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp. chopped dried kombu 1 tbsp. dried bonito flakes INSTRUCTIONS

Cook the noodles by placing them in a large saucepan of boiling water. Return to a boil and cook for 4 minutes until al dente.

Drain and immediately refresh under cold water before draining again.

Shake to remove any excess water and dry with a clean kitchen cloth. Transfer the noodles to a large mixing bowl, add the sesame oil and toss well to coat.

Meanwhile, season the

salmon with salt and mixed sesame seeds. Preheat a nonstick skillet over a high heat until smoking, add the salmon and cook for 1 minute on each side until seared on the outside but still rare inside. Set aside to cool before slicing thinly.

To make the dressing, combine all the ingredients in a bowl and stir to dissolve the sugar.

Arrange the salad leaves and noodles on a large platter and top with the salmon and cilantro. Drizzle with the dressing and serve with some pickled ginger, if using.

TIP: Flavored sea salts are all the rage, and smoked sea salt is a lovely addition here. However, you can use regular sea salt if you prefer.

DASHI BROTH INSTRUCTIONS

Pour 2 pints cold water into a saucepan, add the kombu and set aside for 30 minutes to soften. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, and then reduce the heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes.

Remove the pan from the heat, stir in the bonito flakes and allow the broth to cool. Strain with a fine mesh strainer and use immediately or chill until required. The broth will keep stored in an airtight container for 3 days in the fridge or can be frozen for up to 1 month.

CHILLED NOODLES WITH EGG Asian or “nashi” pears are commonly added to Korean sauces but are also delicious when grated into salads.

Serve this salad as a light lunch on warm days. (Serves 4) INGREDIENTS 9 oz. dried soba noodles 2 eggs 1 carrot, peeled and trimmed

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1 small cucumber, peeled and deseeded 1 Asian pear, peeled and thinly sliced 1¾ cups bean sprouts A handful each of mizuna leaves and perilla leaves (optional) TO SERVE ²/³ cup cho-gochujang sauce A pinch of sesame seeds, toasted Kimchi INSTRUCTIONS

Cook the noodles by placing them into a large saucepan of boiling water. Return to a boil and cook for 4 minutes until al dente. Drain and immediately refresh under cold water before draining again. Shake to remove any

excess water and set aside.

Put the eggs in a saucepan of cold water and set over a high heat. Bring to a boil and simmer for 8 minutes. Remove the eggs from the pan and immediately rinse under cold running water until they are cool enough to handle.

Peel the eggs and place them in a clean bowl.

Cut the carrot and cucumber into thin strips and put in a large mixing bowl. Add the noodles to the bowl and toss with the pear, bean sprouts and mizuna and perilla leaves, if using. Divide mixture among serving dishes.

Cut the eggs in half and place one half on each salad.

Drizzle a little of the chogochujang sauce on top and sprinkle with the sesame seeds. Serve with kimchi.

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BEEF PHO Pho, a Vietnamese noodle soup, has also risen in popularity here, becoming a comfort food favorite for many Americans. Large portions of colorful herbs and condiments give this dish its freshness and that unique flavor and texture. To allow the

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flavors to develop, prepare this a day in advance. (Serves 4) INGREDIENTS 2 lb. beef short ribs 2 inches fresh ginger, peeled, sliced and pounded 1 onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, sliced 3 whole star anise, pounded 2 cinnamon sticks, pounded

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14 oz. dried rice stick noodles 1¹/³ cups thinly sliced cooked beef filet 3 tbsp. fish sauce 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. granulated sugar Freshly squeezed juice of 1 lime 2¹/³ cups bean sprouts, trimmed GARNISH INGREDIENTS 2 red bird’s eye chilies, chopped

A handful each of fresh Thai basil, Vietnamese mint and cilantro 6 scallions, trimmed and sliced INSTRUCTIONS

Put the ribs in a large saucepan, cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 minutes and then drain and wash the ribs.

Return them to the pan and add 3 1⁄2 cups more cold water along with the ginger, onion, garlic, star

anise and cinnamon. Return to a boil and simmer gently for 1 1⁄2 hours, or until the meat is tender.

Carefully remove the ribs from the stock and set aside to cool. Thinly shred the meat, discarding the bones. Strain the stock through a fine mesh strainer and set aside to cool. Refrigerate both the meat and the stock overnight.

The next day, soak the noodles in a bowlful of hot water for 20 to 30 minutes, until softened. Drain well, shake dry and divide the noodles between large bowls.

Meanwhile, skim and discard the layer of fat from the cold stock and return the pan to a medium heat until just boiling. Stir in the shredded meat, beef filet, fish sauce, salt, sugar and lime juice. Place the shredded meat and beef filet on top of the noodles, spoon the stock over and top with the bean sprouts.

Serve with a plate of garnishes in the middle of the table for everyone to help themselves.

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SHRIMP PAD THAI Probably the best known of all Thai dishes, pad Thai in its simplest form is a basic combination of fried noodles, tofu, egg and bean sprouts. Fresh shrimp add a touch of luxury to the dish. (Serves 4) INGREDIENTS 9 oz. dried rice stick noodles 4 tbsp. peanut or vegetable oil 2 garlic cloves, sliced 24 shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 cup firm tofu, diced 2 eggs, lightly beaten 4 scallions, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths 1 tbsp. dried shrimp

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2 cups bean sprouts, trimmed, plus extra to serve 2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro SAUCE INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. grated palm sugar 2 tbsp. fish sauce 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice 1 tbsp. tamarind water (three parts tamarind concentrate diluted with two parts water) 2 tsp. light soy sauce TO SERVE Peanuts, crushed A pinch of cayenne pepper Cilantro leaves 1 lime, cut into wedges

INSTRUCTIONS

Soak the noodles in a bowlful of hot water for 20 to 30 minutes until softened.

Drain well, pat dry with a clean kitchen cloth and set aside in a large mixing bowl.

Whisk all the sauce ingredients together in a small mixing bowl and set aside.

Heat 2 tbsp. of the oil in a wok or large skillet set over a medium heat. Add the garlic and fry for 30 seconds; remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add the shrimp to the pan and stir-fry for 2 minutes until cooked; remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Add the tofu to the pan (with a little more oil, if needed) and stir-fry for 4 to

5 minutes until crispy. Pour the beaten egg into the pan and cook, stirring gently until it sets around the tofu.

Remove with a slotted spoon and break up roughly.

Add the remaining oil to the pan and stir-fry the scallions and dried shrimp for 2 minutes until the scallions are softened. Stir in the noodles, shrimp, garlic, tofu mixture and sauce, stirring constantly until everything is heated through. Stir in the bean sprouts and cilantro.

Transfer the mixture to serving dishes; sprinkle the peanuts, cayenne pepper and cilantro on top; and serve with lime wedges and extra bean sprouts.

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SHIO RAMEN WITH PORK AND EGGS Ramen, no longer reserved for the diets of cash-poor college kids, has become a hugely popular culinary trend, popping up on menus across the nation. This relatively simple recipe was inspired by “Ivan Ramen,” a cookbook by an American ramen aficionado. (Serves 4) INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp. sake 1 tbsp. mirin 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 tsp. freshly grated ginger ¼ cup dark soy sauce ¼ cup light soy sauce 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 1½-lb. piece of pork belly, skin removed 4 eggs 3½ pints chicken stock 9 oz. dry ramen noodles Scallions, thinly sliced to garnish INSTRUCTIONS

Pour the sake and mirin into a small saucepan set over medium heat and bring slowly to a boil. Add the garlic, ginger, dark and light soy sauces and sugar, and stir until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil and simmer very gently for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and leave to cool.

Cut the pork belly in half across the grain to make two similar squares and put in a saucepan into which the pork fits snugly.

Pour the cooled soy mixture over the pork, return to the heat and bring to a boil.

Cover and simmer gently for 1 hour or until the pork is tender. Remove the pan from the heat but leave the pork in the stock to cool at room temperature. Remove the pork from the stock, re100

serving the stock, and cut into thick slices. Set aside.

Put the eggs in a saucepan of cold water and set over high heat. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove the eggs from the pan and immediately rinse under cold running water until they

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are cool enough to handle.

Peel the eggs and place them in a clean bowl. Pour the reserved pork stock over the eggs and leave to soak for 30 minutes. Lift the eggs from the stock and cut in half lengthwise.

Reserve pork stock.

Meanwhile bring the

chicken stock to a boil in a large saucepan and simmer until reduced by about one-third, to 2 pints. Remove from the heat and stir in 4 tbsp. of the reserved pork stock. Add the pork belly slices and warm through for 5 minutes.

Place the noodles in a

saucepan of boiling water, return to a boil and cook for about 4 minutes or until al dente. Drain well and then divide the noodles between soup bowls. Spoon the stock and pork slices over noodles, add 2 egg halves to each bowl and serve garnished with scallions. O

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PERFECT CHEMISTRY Alchemist Gastropub & Bar Serves Up Eclectic Food And Drink BY LINDA HAASE hink of anything you’d like to eat, and they’re probably crafting it – with a mouthwatering twist – at The Alchemist Gastropub & Bar, an eclectic, classic-meets-cool West Palm Beach restaurant with something for everyone. It’s helmed

by Daiza Restaurant Group, the folks behind Atlantic Surf Club in Fort Lauderdale and two more venues on Martha’s Vineyard.

The energetic atmosphere of this Clematis Street spot offers a comfy place to break the ice on first dates, a lively bar for happy hour, an entertaining spot for friends to gather and even an out-of-the-box business meeting milieu. That versatility extends to seating options, including high tops, traditional tables, banquettes and cozy seating for two.

Creative lunches (including a three-course $15 offering), inventive dinners, nightly specials and weekend brunches (Softshell Crab Benedict, anyone?) feature everything from hearty farm-to-table dishes and specialty burgers to world street fare and small plates

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“You can come here every night for a week and have a completely different culinary experience each time,” says Executive Chef Kelly O’Hara, whose culinary background includes Picholine and Café Gray in New York City and Big City Tavern in Fort Lauderdale.

What won’t change? Fresh, local, high-quality ingredients; a warm welcome; and exemplary service with a true team effort.

If you love lobster rolls, try The Alchemist’s more interesting version, Spicy Lobster Poppers, with fresh, perfectly seasoned lobster atop light-as-air tempura rice cakes, finished with cilantro ponzu.

Their steaks are as good as you’ll find in any upscale steak house –

where The Alchemist Gastropub & Bar is located at 223 Clematis St., West Palm Beach. For more information, call 561-355-0691 or visit thealchemistgastropub.com.

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CAB Prime beef, dry-aged in-house for 40 days and perfectly cooked.

Butter and fresh thyme permeate the bone-in Ribeye, giving it a lovely flavor throughout. The accompanying black truffle ditalini “mac & cheese” is an indulgent treat.

The Horseradish-Crusted Salmon is anything but ordinary, served with pomme puree, grilled asparagus and Dijon beurre blanc that complement it perfectly.

For dessert, try housemade Beignets with miso caramel sauce or a Seasonal Cobbler with fresh fruit from local purveyors.

Libations are also impressive.

Keith Popejoy, executive bartender and mixologist extraordinaire, is the wizard behind drinks such as This

Side Of Paradise (Nolet’s gin, grapefruit, lemon and St. Germain liqueur topped with IPA beer), its aroma evoking a day at the beach, and the house-infused bourbon, with apple, cinnamon and Madagascar vanilla conjuring holiday memories. (Beer and wine offerings are just as inviting.)

The 10-month-old gastropub has certainly made its mark – but The Alchemist is constantly evolving.

“I want to push the envelope, take ingredients to new levels, surprise and delight diners,” O’Hara says. “I’m reinventing approachable items, trying to get diners to try new things. With risk comes great gain.”

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Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.

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ABE & LOUIE’S Glades Plaza

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❘ 2200 W. Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.447.0024 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday.

Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.

DADA 52 N. Swinton Ave. ❘ Delray

ANGLE Eau Palm Beach Resort

FIFTH AVENUE GRILL 821

& Spa ❘ 100 S. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Manalapan ❘ 561.540.4850 ❘ Dinner Thursday-Saturday.

S. Federal Highway ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

ARMADILLO CAFÉ 8221

Glades Road ❘ #6 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.405.6152 ❘ Dinner MondaySaturday.

ATLANTIC GRILLE Seagate Hotel & Spa ❘ 1000 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.665.4900 ❘ Dinner nightly.

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Cinemark Palace 20 ❘ 3200 Airport Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.3044 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

BONEFISH GRILL Shoppes at

Boca Grove ❘ 21065 Powerline Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.483.4949 ❘ Lunch Saturday and Sunday. Dinner nightly.

BREWZZI Glades Plaza ❘ 2222 Glades

Beach ❘ 561.330.3232 ❘ Dinner nightly.

GARY RACK’S FAT ROOSTER 204 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray

The Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5050 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.7724 ❘ Dinner nightly.

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OCEANS 234 234 N. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.428.2539 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Sunday.

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Executive Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.0550 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

HUDSON AT WATERWAY EAST

900 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.303.1343 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

BURT & MAX’S Delray Marketplace

❘ 9089 W. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.6380 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

KE`E GRILL 17940 N. Military Trail ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.995.5044 ❘ Dinner nightly.

BUTCHER BLOCK GRILL Fountains

MORTON’S, THE STEAKHOUSE

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.276.3600 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

PARK TAVERN 32 S.E. Second

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.265.5093 ❘ Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

THE PAVILION GRILLE 301

Yamato Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.912.0000 ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday. Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

PIÑON GRILL The Terrace at

Town Center ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.391.7770 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

RACKS DOWNTOWN EATERY & TAVERN Mizner Park ❘ 402 Plaza

Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.1662 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

REBEL HOUSE 297 E. Palmetto

Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.353.5888 ❘ Dinner nightly.

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE

Mizner Park ❘ 225 N.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.6746 ❘ Dinner nightly.

Center ❘ 7000 W. Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.409.3035 ❘ Lunch Saturday and Sunday. Dinner nightly.

MADISONS NEW YORK GRILL & BAR 2006 N.W. Executive Center

SALT SEVEN 32 S.E. Second

Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.994.0808 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.7258 ❘ Dinner nightly.

THE CAPITAL GRILLE Town

MARIPOSA Neiman Marcus,

Center at Boca Raton ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.1077 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

Town Center at Boca Raton ❘ 5860 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2320 ❘ Lunch daily.

SEASONS 52 2300 N.W. Executive Center Drive ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.9952 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

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SIX TABLES 112 N.E. Second St. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.6260 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Saturday by reservation.

SUNDY HOUSE 106 S. Swinton Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.5678 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Saturday. Dinner Tuesday-Sunday. Brunch Sunday.

TEMPLE ORANGE Eau Palm

Beach Resort & Spa ❘ 100 S. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Manalapan ❘ 561.540.4924 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

561.265.0122

J. ALEXANDER’S University Commons ❘ 1400 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.9875 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.2739 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

MAX’S GRILLE Mizner Park ❘ 404 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.0080 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

TWENTY TWENTY GRILLE Royal Palm Place ❘ 141 Via Naranjas ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.990.7969 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

TWO GEORGES AT THE COVE MARINA 1754 S.E. Third Court ❘

Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.421.9272 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

ASIAN/SUSHI BUDDHA SKY BAR 217 E.

Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.

561.450.7557

BLUEFIN SUSHI THAI GRILL

861 Yamato Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.981.8986 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly.

CAY DA VIETNAMESE 7400 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.0278 ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday. Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

FAH ASIAN BISTRO Boca Valley

Plaza ❘ 7461 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.241.0400 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

HOUSE OF SIAM 25 N.E.

Second Ave. ❘ #116 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly.

561.330.9191

JAPANGO Regency Court ❘ 3011 Yamato Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.999.1263 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday.

Dinner nightly. Riverstone Shoppes of Parkland ❘ 7367 N. State Road 7 ❘ Parkland ❘ 954.345.4268 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly. Delray Marketplace ❘ 14811 Lyons Road ❘ #106 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.9996 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

KAO TONG 217 E. Palmetto

Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch and dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

561.392.2999

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Park ❘ 431 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.7322 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

LA TRE 249 E. Palmetto Park

Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.4568 ❘ Dinner nightly.

LEMONGRASS ASIAN BISTRO

420 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.5050 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday.

Dinner nightly. Royal Palm Place ❘ 101 Plaza Real S. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8181 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday.

Dinner nightly.

MAGIC RICE 1668 N. Federal

Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.7534 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

MAI HIBACHI 4801 Linton Blvd.

SUSHI RAY The Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5250 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.394.9506 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

SUSHI THAI 100 N.E. Second St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.4448 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

BON APPÉTIT Loïc Autret Artisan French Bakery Premieres In Delray Beach

TEMPURA HOUSE The Reserve ❘

9858 Clint Moore Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.883.6088 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

UNCLE TAI’S The Shops at Boca

Center ❘ 5250 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.8806 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

YAKITORI SAKE HOUSE Royal

❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.499.2766 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

Palm Place ❘ 271 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ #41 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.0087 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

NINJA SPINNING SUSHI BAR

YAMA JAPANESE RESTAURANT

41 E. Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.8688 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. ❘ Dinner nightly.

200 N.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.266.9929 ❘ Lunch MondayThursday. Dinner daily.

P.F. CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO

YOKOHAMA 9168 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.451.1707 60 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.9328 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

University Commons ❘ 1400 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.3722 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

Photos by Rodolfo Benitez

KAPOW! NOODLE BAR Mizner

B I T E S/

RISE MODERN ASIAN CUISINE AND SUSHI 6060 S.W. 18th

BARBECUE

St. ❘ #108 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.8808 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly.

LUCILLE’S BAD TO THE BONE BBQ Regency Court ❘ 3011 Yamato

A

rea residents who know Loïc Autret as a vendor at the Delray Beach GreenMarket are already regulars at the recently opened Loïc Autret Artisan French Bakery in Delray. The spot, which features a charming French in “traditional Codaesthetic, Noodles specializes from Kapow!

NoodleFrench Bar recipes specially hand-made adapted to Florida’s ingredients and weather,” according to its website.

That translates to some of the best croissants we’ve ever had – flaky, buttery and available in Belgian chocolate, almond raspberry and more flavors. The breads are equally popular, including the classic baguettes and specialty varieties such as kalamata olive and walnut raisin.

Simple but indulgent cookies include double chocolate walnut, vanilla butter and coconut macaroons (the only gluten-free option on the menu, but they’re sure to satisfy).

Be warned: Baked goods often sell out early in the day. Coffee is

available, too, because what better way to start your day than with a petit déjeuner of croissant and café?

Autret’s story is equally delicious: Originally a French paratrooper, he fell in love with an American girl and decided to make a living as a pastry chef in Florida. Before moving here and eventually marrying his sweetheart, Autret enrolled in Paris’ elite baking and pastry school École Grégoire-Ferrandi to learn the craft.

Since then, he has hung his toque at the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, Barton G in Miami Beach, the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood – and now at his first establishment.

Loïc Autret Artisan French Bakery is located at 814 N.E. Sixth Ave., Delray Beach. For more information, call 561-266-3516 or visit loicautretbakery.com.

Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.9557 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

SAITO’S JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

8841 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.218.8788 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

SANTO’S MODERN BUFFET & SUSHI 3400 N. Federal Highway ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.923.9378 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

THE SEA SOUTH EAST ASIAN KITCHEN 16950 Jog Road ❘ #1015

❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.270.3569 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

SHINJU BUFFET 7875 Glades

MISSISSIPPI SWEETS BBQ CO.

2399 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.394.6779 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

PA BBQ GRILL 1198 N. Dixie Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.416.7427 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

SWEET DEWEY’S BBQ 9181

Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch TuesdaySaturday. Dinner nightly.

561.488.9688

Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.488.4040 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

BURGERS

STIR CRAZY FRESH ASIAN GRILL

Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.9590 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. 2009 N.E. Second St. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.531.6168 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

Town Center at Boca Raton ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.7500 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

SUSHIGO 477 N. Federal

Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.7888 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

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BURGERFI 6 S. Ocean Blvd. ❘

HABIT BURGER Delray Place ❘ 1831 S. Federal Highway ❘ Delray

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Beach ❘ 561.265.0934 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

M.E.A.T. EATERY & TAPROOM

Cendyn Spaces ❘ 980 N. Federal Highway ❘ Suite 115 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.419.2600 ❘ Breakfast Monday-Friday. Lunch and dinner daily.

SHULA BURGER Delray Marketplace ❘ 14917 Lyons Road ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.404.1347 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

ZINBURGER WINE & BURGER BAR Town Center at Boca Raton ❘

6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.3252 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

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TAVERNA KYMA 6298 N.

THE BOCA BEACH HOUSE

LITTLE CHALET 499 S. Federal

887 E. Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.826.8850 ❘ Breakfast and lunch daily.

Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.319.9000 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.994.2828 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly.

DAVINCI’S OF BOCA Town Center at Boca Raton ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.362.8466 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

TAVERNA OPA 270 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.303.3602 ❘ Dinner nightly.

DAVITO’S 19635 State Road 7 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.482.2323 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

INDIAN

DOMINICS 8177 W. Glades

CONTINENTAL

BOHEME BISTRO 1118 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.4899 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

THE MELTING POT 5455 N.

Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.

561.997.7472

DORSIA RESTAURANT 5837 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.961.4156 ❘ Dinner daily.

BISTRO PROVENCE 2399 N.

Federal Highway ❘ #4 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.2340 ❘ Dinner nightly.

Palm Place ❘ 500 Via de Palmas ❘ Suite 79 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.362.2299 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.3186 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Westwinds of Boca ❘ 9834 W. Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.6325 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

JOSEF’S TABLE Polo Shops ❘

CARPE DIEM 110 E. Atlantic

ITALIAN

FRANK & DINO’S 718 S.

5030 Champion Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.353.2700 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly.

Ave. ❘ #120 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.455.2140 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Sunday.

ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA Shops at Boca Grove ❘

954.427.4909

LA CIGALE 253 S.E. Fifth

CASIMIR BISTRO Royal Palm

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.265.0600 ❘ Dinner nightly.

Place ❘ 416 Via De Palmas ❘ #81 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.955.6001 ❘ Lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday.

LE RIVAGE 450 N.E. 20th St. ❘

FRENCH SAPPHIRE INDIAN CUISINE Royal

21065 Powerline Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.218.6600 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. 115 N.E. Sixth Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.7911 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

OLIO BISTRO 42 S.E. Second

Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.0027 ❘ Lunch and dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

ARTURO’S 6750 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.7373 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly.

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.6633 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

KATHY’S GAZEBO CAFÉ

BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE The

Spanish River Center ❘ 4199 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.6033 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner Monday-Saturday.

Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5050 Town Center Circle ❘ #239 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.3777 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.0033 ❘ Dinner nightly.

ST. TROPEZ 7860 Glades

Road ❘ Suite 130 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.4119 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly.

CHEZ MARIE FRENCH BISTRO

Polo Shops ❘ 5030 Champion

LA FERME 9101 Lakeridge

CAFE MED BY BICE 2096

TEA-LICIOUS TEAROOM & GIFTS 4997-B W. Atlantic Ave. ❘

Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.654.6600 ❘ Dinner nightly.

Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.5155 ❘ Breakfast and lunch Monday-Saturday.

LA NOUVELLE MAISON 5 Palms

N.E. Second Ave. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.596.5840 ❘ Breakfast and dinner daily.

FARM-TO-TABLE/ORGANIC APROPO KAFE 147 S.E. First Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.1223 ❘ Lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday.

FARMER’S TABLE 1901 N. Military

Trail ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.417.5836 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

GARY RACK’S FARMHOUSE KITCHEN Royal Palm Place ❘ 399

S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.826.2625 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

MAX’S HARVEST 169 N.E.

Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch Friday.

Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

561.381.9970

Building ❘ 455 E. Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.3003 ❘ Dinner nightly.

Federal Highway ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.

IL BACIO 29 S.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.865.7785 ❘ Dinner nightly.

IL GIRASOLE RESTAURANT 1911 S. Federal Highway ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.3566 ❘ Dinner nightly.

JOSEPHINE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 5751 N. Federal

Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.988.0668 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

LA STELLA'S RESTAURANT

159 E. Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2081 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday.

LA VILLETTA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 4351 N. Federal

Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.

561.362.8403

CAFFE LUNA ROSA 34 S. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.9404 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

MAGGIANO’S 21090 St. Andrews Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.8244 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

GERMAN CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN BIERGARTEN Royal Palm Place ❘

309 Via De Palmas ❘ #90 ❘ 561.395.7462 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

Town Center at Boca Raton ❘ 6000 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.2805 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

GREEK

CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL

ESTIA TAVERNA & BAR Royal

Wharfside Plaza ❘ 6909 S.W. 18th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8838 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

Palm Place ❘ 507 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.417.5800 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

IT’S ALL GREEK 9704 Clint Moore

Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.883.6337 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

RAFINA GREEK TAVERNA 6877

S.W. 18th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.409.3673 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

MARIO’S OSTERIA 1400 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.239.7000 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

MATTEO’S RESTAURANT 233 S. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.0773 ❘ Dinner nightly.

MEATBALL ROOM Regency Court

CASA D’ANGELO 171 E.

❘ 3011 Yamato Road ❘ Suite A19 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.409.4111 ❘ Dinner nightly.

Palmetto Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.996.1234 ❘ Dinner nightly.

MERLINO’S 9 S.E. First Ave. ❘ Boca

Raton ❘ 561.756.8437 ❘ Dinner nightly.

D’ANGELO PIZZA, WINE BAR AND TAPAS Addison

Place ❘ 16950 Jog Road ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.381.0037 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

NICK’S NEW HAVEN-STYLE PIZZERIA & BAR 2240 N.W.

19th St. ❘ Suite 904 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.2900 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

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taste listings NINO'S Fifth Avenue Shops ❘ 1930 N.E. Fifth Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.362.8990 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

PELLEGRINO'S RISTORANTE 3360 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.5520 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

PICCOLINO RESTAURANT 78 S. Federal

Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.8858 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday.

POSITANO 4400 N. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2920 ❘ Dinner nightly.

RENZO’S OF BOCA 5999 N. Federal

Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.994.3495 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

RISTORANTE SAPORI Royal Palm

Place ❘ 301 Via de Palmas ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday.

Dinner nightly.

561.367.9779

SICILIAN OVEN Town Center at Boca

Raton ❘ 21170 St. Andrews Blvd. ❘ Suite 9 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750 .9772 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

TANZY iPic Theaters, Mizner Park ❘ 301

Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.922.6699 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

TERRA FIAMMA Delray Marketplace ❘

9169 W. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

561.495.5570

TRAMONTI 119 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.1944 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday.

Dinner nightly.

TRATTORIA ROMANA 499 E. Palmetto

Park Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.6715 ❘ Dinner nightly.

HAPPY HOUR Every Day 5pm-7pm 1/2 OFF ALL BEER, WINE & COCKTAILS $7 SHARE PLATES before 7pm, 7 days a week with any alcoholic beverage purchase

451 E. Palmetto Park Rd. • Boca Raton, Florida • 561.409.2061 Open Daily at 5 pm

FOOD & DRINK FOR ALL! Same Owners As

TUCCI'S FIRE N COAL PIZZA 50 N.E.

First Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.2930 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Saturday. Dinner nightly.

VIC & ANGELO’S 290 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘

Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.9570 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

VILLAGIO ITALIAN EATERY Mizner Park ❘ 344 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.447.2257 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

VILLA ROSANO The Reserve ❘ 9858

Clint Moore Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.470.0112 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday. Dinner nightly. @13AmericanTable

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VINO WINE BAR AND ITALIAN TAPAS

114 N.E. Second St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.869.0030 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

taste listings JAMAICAN ROCKSTEADY JAMAICAN BISTRO 2399 N.

Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.465.3167 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily. 1179 S. Federal Highway ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.910.1562 ❘ Lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday.

KOSHER ASIA SUSHI/WOK/GRILL The Fountains ❘ 7600 Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8100 ❘ Lunch Sunday-Friday. Dinner Sunday-Thursday.

BOCA GRILL Somerset Shoppes ❘ 8903 Glades Road ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.419.8434 ❘ Lunch Sunday-Friday. Dinner Sunday-Thursday.

MOZART CAFE The Fountains ❘ 7300 W.

Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.367.3412 ❘ Breakfast and lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner nightly.

PITA ’N GO 22767 State Road 7 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.477.0633 ❘ Lunch

Sunday-Friday. Dinner

Sunday-Thursday.

LATIN CABANA RESTAURANT 105 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.9090 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

CARIBBEAN GRILL 1332 N.W. Second Ave. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.362.0161 ❘ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

THE CUBAN CAFE Plumtree Centre ❘ 3350 N.W.

Boca Raton Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.8860 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday. Dinner Monday-Saturday.

PADRINO’S Mission Bay Plaza ❘ 20455 State Road 7 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.451.1070 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

MEDITERRANEAN/TURKISH ALADDIN’S EATERY 21200 St. Andrews Blvd.

❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.419.9466 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

APEIRO KITCHEN & BAR Delray Marketplace

❘ 14917 Lyons Road ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.501.4443 ❘ Dinner nightly. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

MEXICAN BAJA CAFE DOS 1310 S. Federal Highway ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.596.1304 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

BAJA CANTINA 201 N.W. First St. ❘ Boca

Raton ❘ 561.419.8118 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday.

Dinner nightly.

CABO FLATS CANTINA AND TEQUILA BAR Delray Marketplace ❘ 14851 Lyons

Road ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.499.0378 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

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taste listings CASA TEQUILA 8228 Glades Road â?˜ Boca

Raton â?˜ 561.430.5458 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

Southern Marsh, Vilebrequin, Clover Canyon, Rachel Zoe, %DUERXU /RHIĂ HU 5DQGDOO 5HEHFFD 7D\ORU 6PDWKHUV DQG %UDQVRQ

EL CAMINO TEQUILA BAR 15 N.E. Second Ave. â?˜ Delray Beach â?˜ 561.865.5350 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR

The Shops at Boca Center â?˜ 5250 Town Center Circle â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.416.2131 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

SEĂ‘OR BURRITO 513 N.E. 20th St. â?˜

Boca Raton â?˜ 561.347.6600 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

UNCLE JULIO’S Mizner Park � 449 Plaza Real � Boca Raton � 561.300.3530 � Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

PUBS/SPORTS BARS BRICK YARD MICRO BREWERY The

Garden Shops â?˜ 7050 W. Palmetto Park Road â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.544.0001 â?˜ Lunch Saturday and Sunday. Dinner nightly.

401 E. Atlantic Ave / Delray Beach 33483 / 561.270.7933 (on the corner of NE 4th across from Peter Mark Salon) www.circeswag.com / Circe + Swag Delray / circeswag_delray

DUBLINER IRISH PUB Mizner Park â?˜ 435

Plaza Real â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.620.2540 â?˜ Dinner nightly. Brunch Sunday.

DUFFY’S SPORTS GRILL 21212 St. Andrews Blvd. � Boca Raton � 561.869.0552 � Lunch and dinner daily.

GLUTTONOUS GOAT Royal Palm Place â?˜

99 S.E. Mizner Blvd. â?˜ #114 â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ nightly.

561.923.9457 â?˜ Dinner

HOLLOWAY'S PUB Royal Palm Place â?˜ 504 Via De Palmas â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.361.8445 â?˜ Dinner nightly.

HOOTERS Boca Commons â?˜ 2240 N.W. 19th St. â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.391.8903 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

HURRICANE GRILL & WINGS Mission Bay â?˜ 10125 Glades Road â?˜ 561.218.8848 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

MILLER’S ALE HOUSE Shoppes at Blue Lake � 1200 Yamato Road � Boca Raton � 561.988.9142 � Lunch and dinner daily.

Boca Lyons Plaza â?˜ 9244 W. Glades Road â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.487.2989 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

TILTED KILT PUB & EATERY 3320 Airport

Road â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.338.5458 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

THE WISHING WELL IRISH PUB Royal

Palm Place â?˜ 111 S.E. Mizner Blvd. â?˜ #9 â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.750.5208 â?˜ Dinner nightly.

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YARD HOUSE Mizner Park â?˜ 201 Plaza Real â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.417.6124 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

SANDWICHES/DELI BEN’S KOSHER DELICATESSEN RESTAURANT & CATERERS The Reserve � 9942 Clint Moore

Road â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.470.9963 â?˜ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

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5030 Champion Blvd. â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.241.5903 â?˜ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Boca Commons â?˜ 2240 N.W. 19th St. â?˜ #700 â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.392.4181 â?˜ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Regency Court â?˜ 3013 Yamato Road â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.997.9911 â?˜ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

SEAFOOD 32 EAST 32 E. Atlantic Ave. â?˜ Delray Beach â?˜ 561.276.7868

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Beach â?˜ 561.278.3364 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

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CITY FISH MARKET 7940 Glades Road â?˜ Boca Raton â?˜ 561.487.1600 â?˜ Lunch MondayFriday. Dinner nightly.

CITY OYSTER 213 E. Atlantic Ave. â?˜ Delray Beach â?˜ 561.272.0220 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

DECK 84 840 E. Atlantic Ave. â?˜ Delray

Beach â?˜ 561.665.8484 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

JB'S ON THE BEACH 300 N.E. 21st Ave. â?˜

Deerfield Beach â?˜ 954.571.5220 â?˜ Breakfast Friday-Sunday. Lunch and dinner daily.

J & J SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL 634 E. Atlantic Ave. â?˜ Delray Beach â?˜ 561.272.3390 â?˜ Lunch and dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

MUSSEL BEACH 501 E. Atlantic Ave. â?˜ Delray Beach â?˜ 561.921.6464 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily.

RACKS FISH HOUSE + OYSTER BAR 5 S.E. Second Ave. â?˜ Delray Beach â?˜ 561.450.6718 â?˜ Lunch and dinner daily. Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

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FROM FAR LEFT: Alan Veingrad and Rob Siemens; Rob Siemens, Lisa Siemens, Shayndel Plotkin, Rabbi Baruch Plotkin and David Trell; children with Rabbi Plotkin; children playing basketball

IN GOOD FAITH

First Annual Play Hard Pray Hard Event Features Football Great undreds of students recently gathered at Donna Klein Jewish Academy in Boca Raton to take part in the first event for Play Hard Pray Hard L’Chaim, a nonprofit organization encouraging kids to embrace spirituality through sports, music, art and meaningful prayer experiences. “Infusing prayer into everyday activities helps children develop a sense of worth, connection and appreciation for their contribution to the world,� says Rob Siemens, founder of Play Hard Pray Hard.

At the organization’s first event, a three-on-three basketball tournament was followed by a speech by surprise guest Alan Veingrad. A Super Bowl winner and former offensive lineman for the Dallas Cowboys, Veingrad

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Play Hard Pray Hard message is so important,� Veingrad says.

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someone who embraces Judaism, always developing and always trying to develop a relationship with God, I thought it was important for me to get involved and come and speak to the students about why the

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that we struggle with throughout our lives; Play Hard Pray Hard is a new and innovative approach that engages children and helps them connect to prayer in their unique way.�

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for Siemens Group, founded Play Hard Pray Hard after his own spiritual awakening made him want to deepen his relationship with God. While his strong Jewish identity began at an early age, it was the physical action of putting on tefillin (small black boxes containing scrolls inscribed with verses from the Torah) three years ago that encouraged his spiritual growth.

Play Hard Pray Hard’s event at Donna Klein was the first of what Siemens hopes to be many events. His goal is to continue to gather guest speakers, like Veingrad, from the worlds of sports, music and film to help spread the organization’s message. O For more information, visit playhard prayhard.com.

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DECADE OF HOPE 10th Annual Pink Ribbon Luncheon To Be Held At Woodfield Country Club

icking off Breast Cancer Awareness Month on Oct. 1, the 10th Annual Pink Ribbon Luncheon will take place at Woodfield Country Club in Boca Raton. Bringing together breast cancer survivors, supporters, Susan G. Komen South Florida staff and volunteers, the event will feature educational presentations and moving speeches from community members.

The Pink Ribbon Luncheon benefits Komen South Florida, which supports Martin, St. Lucie and Palm Beach counties through a variety of initiatives essential to community well-being.

Seventy-five percent of the net proceeds provide breast health education, screening and treatment.

The remainder of the funds goes to the national Komen Grants Program, which supports groundbreaking research and scientific programs. Many of these programs are in our back-

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Our community presentations are planned to address cuttingedge developments, keeping everyone in the know and inspiring important dialogue about advocacy and detection.

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yard: From 1995 to 2013, $4.6 million went to researchers at the Vaccine and Gene Therapy Institute of Florida and the University of Miami.

“Leading the Pink Ribbon Luncheon as chairperson is an honor,” says Lisa Goodman, who succeeded Fern Duberman, chairperson for nine years. “Our community presentations are planned

to address cutting-edge developments, keeping everyone in the know and inspiring important dialogue about advocacy and detection.”

This year’s speakers will address new developments in breast cancer research and will discuss family risk factors. The luncheon will include a chance drawing, with tickets available for purchase before and at the event. Prizes will include fine jewelry pieces.

The co-presenting sponsors of the luncheon are Braman Motorcars, Hologic and the Diagnostic Centers of America. The gold sponsor is Judy Levis Markhoff; the copper sponsors are ADT and Deborah Belford. O For more information, call 561-514-3020, ext. 17, or visit komensouthflorida.org/prl.

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STAND TOGETHER JAFCO To Host Fifth Annual In My Shoes Luncheon At Boca West AFCO, a nonprofit providing services to abused and neglected children and those with developmental disabilities in South Florida, returns with its Fifth Annual In My Shoes Luncheon on Oct. 2 at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton.

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Kim and Sean Fetterman in loving memory of their mother, Roberta. Funds raised at the event will benefit programs and families at the JAFCO Children’s Ability Center, which

Our goal is to help the community try to understand what it might be like to be in the shoes of someone raising a child with a developmental disability.

– Lori Konsker, board trustee and event co-chair

“The event is called the In My Shoes Luncheon because our goal is to help the community try to understand what it might be like to be in the shoes of someone raising a child with a developmental disability,” says Lori Konsker, board trustee and co-chair of the event.

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opened its doors in 2014 to meet a vital need in South Florida for family enrichment, support and respite.

The event will be a celebration of community support. It will feature a shopping boutique with a silent auction and raffle prizes, followed by a luncheon with a speaker. One of the high-

lights is the Ribbon of Hope Ceremony during which the entire room is united together in support of parents raising children with developmental disabilities.

Circle of Hope members, who support the families and the center with an annual gift for 10 years, will be recognized, and all new members will be welcomed and pinned at the luncheon.

This year, the event will be chaired by Konsker, Jenn Betesh, Kim Fetterman and Jill Kravitz, along with honorary chair and keynote speaker Laina Albert. She and her husband, plastic surgeon Dr. Gregory Albert, have a child with autism. O For more information, call 954-315-8698 or email claudia@jafco.org.

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WARMING UP

Organizers Ready For Chris Evert/Raymond James Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic he Chris Evert/Raymond James Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic, which raises funds to combat drug abuse and child neglect, will be holding its annual charity event Nov. 20-22.

Since retiring from tennis in 1989, philanthropist Chris Evert has raised nearly $22 million through the Pro-Celebrity Classic, including $700,000 last year.

Evert enlists the help of celebrity friends who join the fundraising efforts, and the 2015 event already has commitments from a long list of celebrities: comedian and political commentator Dennis Miller, singer-songwriter David Cook, actors Alan Thicke and Timothy Olyphant, actress Maeve Quinlan and former WTA pro and International Tennis Hall of Famer Pam Shriver.

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Since retiring from tennis in 1989, philanthropist Chris Evert has raised nearly $22 million through the Pro-Celebrity Classic, including $700,000 last year.

While Miller will be making his first appearance at the classic, Cook, Thicke, Quinlan and Shriver are frequent attendees. Olyphant, who is ending a six-year run on the TV series “Justified,” is returning for a second straight year.

Chris Evert Charities partners with the Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida, a public-private partnership blending state and private dollars and investing them in innovative, community-based programs that give children a chance to live free from the ravages of drug abuse and neglect.

Over the past 25 years, the charity has also funded 39 scholarships that have assisted recipients in attaining college degrees.

The 2015 event will feature a Tennis Pro-Am and Classic Cocktail Reception at the Boca Raton Resort & Club (Nov. 20), followed by ProCelebrity Tennis sessions at the Delray Beach Stadium & Tennis Center (Nov. 21-22). The annual Charity Gala (Nov. 21), an elegant evening of dinner and dancing that includes live and silent auctions, will take place at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. O

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PINK PREP

Committee Gears Up For 12th Annual Go Pink Luncheon he Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation’s Go Pink Committee is busy preparing for the 12th Annual Go Pink Luncheon, featuring award-winning comic and actor Martin Short as the keynote speaker. The popular luncheon will take place at the Boca Raton Resort & Club on Oct. 21.

“It’s a fabulous event, and so rewarding because we are raising funds and awareness for breast cancer programs right here in our community,” says Chair Patti Carpenter.

All proceeds from the event will benefit the Schmidt Family Center for Breast Care at Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute in the stunning new Debbie-Rand Memorial Pavilion.

“This annual sell-out will once again be an incredible event featuring the very popular Mercedes-Benz of Delray Pink Daisy Pick Raffle with fabulous prizes, the Wall of Fame and the

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It’s a fabulous event, and so rewarding because we are raising funds and awareness for breast cancer programs right here in our community.

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live auction of an exquisite fashion package donated by Saks Fifth Avenue,” Carpenter says.

Short lost two women he loved to cancer: his wife to ovarian cancer and his mother to breast

cancer. Today, he is a hilarious and heartbreaking advocate for cancer awareness and early detection. Well known for his work on “Saturday Night Live” and films such as “Father of the Bride” and “Father of the Bride II,” Short is presented by the Edward and Freyda Burns Enhanced Living Initiative.

Tickets are priced at $175, and sponsorships are available. O For more information, call 561-955-4142 or visit donate.brrh.com and click on “Go Pink Luncheon.”

WELCOME ADDITION

Cancer Treatment Centers of America Opens Boca Raton Headquarters ancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA), a network of five cancer hospitals nationwide, recently moved into its new 77,000-square-foot headquarters at 5900 Broken Sound Parkway in Boca Raton. To herald the event, CTCA employees, city officials and executives from the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The company relocated its head office from Schaumburg, Ill., to Boca Raton in 2014 under the leadership of President and CEO Gerard van Grinsven. The decision to relocate was based on a combination of favorable pro-business economic environment and lifestyle for the organization’s corporate employees.

“South Florida is our new home, and we are grateful for the warm reception we have received

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South Florida is our new home, and we are grateful for the warm reception we have received from the business community.

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– CTCA President and CEO Gerard van Grinsven

from the business community,” said van Grinsven. “This move has positioned us to better serve patients being treated at our five hospitals around the country and will open doors to Latin America and other international markets.”

City of Boca Raton Mayor Susan Haynie, Deputy Mayor Robert Weinroth, Council Member Scott Singer and Director of Executive Development Jessica Del Vecchio attended the event,

along with chamber executives.

CTCA hospitals specialize in the treatment of patients fighting complex or advanced-stage cancer. CTCA offers an integrative approach to cancer treatment that combines surgery, radiation and chemotherapy with nutritional counseling, naturopathic medicine, mind-body therapy and spiritual support to enhance quality of life and minimize side effects.

Known for delivering the Mother Standard of care and Patient Empowerment Medicine, CTCA provides patients with comprehensive information about their treatment options so they can participate in their treatment decisions. O For more information, call 800-615-3055 or visit cancercenter.com.

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Countdown 2 Zero Adoption Event To Find Homes For Animals

n Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the second annual Countdown 2 Zero Adoption Event will take place at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach. This free event, presented by The Lois Pope LIFE Foundation, Inc., will feature hundreds of dogs, cats and guinea pigs available for adoption.

More than two dozen local animal-rescue organizations have collaborated for this event, which is organized by Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League and Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control. At last year’s inaugural event, more than 300 animals found their forever homes.

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“This will be the biggest one-day adoption event in the history of Palm Beach County,” says Rich Anderson, executive director and CEO of Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League. “We hope to see as many as 500 pets adopted this year.”

Both admission and parking are free. Many of the rescue groups will be offering special discounts and adoption incentives, and all new pet parents will receive gifts. Plus, rabies tags will be complimentary for each adopted pet.

Sponsors include The Lois Pope LIFE Foundation, Animal Farm Foundation, C4 Rents, Nozzle Nolen, TD Bank, The Palm Beach Post, Scenthound Dogwash & Care, 97.9 WRMF, SUNNY 107.9, 103.1 WIRK and X102.3.

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Friday, October 2, 2015 Boca West Country Club 20583 Boca West Drive, Boca Raton, FL 33434 9:30 am - Boutique 11:30 am - Luncheon & Program $100 per person Jenn Betesh Kim Fetterman Lori Konsker Jill Kravitz Laina Albert, Honorary Chair For more information contact Claudia Welsh JAFCO Development Associate at 954.315.8698

Register online at www.jafco.org/events by September 18 Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options (JAFCO) is a non-profit organization, Federal I.D. # 45-4903635

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SEPT. 9 British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran first stepped onto the American music scene via a guest appearance on Taylor Swift’s “Red” album, and he toured with her extensively on her Red Tour in 2013.

Since then, the guitar-playing ginger has certainly made a name for himself, picking up a slew of awards and nominations, including the 2015 Brit Award for British Album of the Year for his second album, “X” (read “multiply”), which also received a Grammy nod for Album of the Year.

Now he’s touring the globe on his X Tour, which recently included three sold-out concerts at Wembley Stadium in London. Sheeran is bringing that same high-energy show to American Airlines Arena at 7:30 p.m., featuring his unique blend of folk, acoustic pop and hip-hop (including beatboxing). Expect hits like “The A Team,” “Thinking Out Loud,” “Photograph” and more.

Sheeran will be joined by special guest Christina Perri, an American singer and musician, and Jamie Lawson, a British singer-songwriter who recently signed on to Sheeran’s record label, Gingerbread Man Records.

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THE BOYS ARE BACK: Rick Springfield, Loverboy and The Romantics will team up at 8 p.m. on Sept. 2 at Hard Rock Live

AutoNation IMAX Theater Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 S.W. Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6637;

mods.org

Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-949-6722; arshtcenter.org SEPT. 4-6 Siempre Flamenco’s Tenth Annual Festival De Cante Flamenco 2015 Show times vary.

SEPT. 12 Comic Book Mini Con Show begins at 10 a.m.

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BB&T Center 1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise, 954-835-7469; thebbtcenter.com SEPT. 11 “Back 2 School” Fest Show begins at 7 p.m.

SEPT. 17-20 Disney On Ice: “Treasure Trove” Show times vary.

SEPT. 2 Mötley Crüe – The Final Tour Show begins at 7 p.m.

SEPT. 25 Xtreme Christian Music Conference Show begins at 7 p.m.

SEPT. 9 Ed Sheeran Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

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SEPT. 17 THROUGH OCT. 4 “Everest” – The IMAX 3D Experience Show times vary.

601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 786-777-1000; aaarena.com

SEPT. 3 Chris Brown – One Hell Of A Nite Tour Show begins at 7 p.m.

The Romantics

SEPT. 3-17 “The Transporter Refueled” – The IMAX Experience Show times vary.

Hard Rock Live Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954-797-5555; hardrocklivehollywoodfl.com

SEPT. 11 Martin Lawrence Show begins at 8 p.m.

SEPT. 2 Rick Springfield, Loverboy And The Romantics Show begins at 8 p.m.

SEPT. 20 Janet Jackson – The Unbreakable World Tour Show begins at 8 p.m.

SEPT. 5 World Heavyweight Champs Boxing Show begins at 7 p.m.

Susan G. Komen® South Florida

10th Anniversary

Join event Chair Lisa Goodman and Co-Chair Charlie Beth Goodman for a celebratory, inspirational luncheon in Boca Raton.

Event Features · Educational presentation by a breast cancer specialist · Discussion on the generational impact of breast cancer on mother-daughter survivors · Celebration of the Pink Ribbon Luncheon’s decade of success

Thursday, October 1, 2015 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. · Woodfield Country Club · Boca Raton Ticket cost: $135 Sponsorship Opportunities Available Register now! Visit www.komensouthflorida.org/PRL or call 561-514-3020, ext. 17 to buy your ticket today.

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happenings calendar SEPT. 12 Olga Tanon & Gilberto Santa Rosa Show begins at 8 p.m.

SEPT. 26 “Last Party Of The Summer” Show begins at 8 p.m.

SEPT. 21 Billy Idol Show begins at 8 p.m.

Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

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SEPT. 6 Lady Antebellum: Wheels Up 2015 Tour With Hunter Hayes & Sam Hunt Show begins at 7 p.m.

James L. Knight International Center

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400 S.E. Second Ave., Miami, 305-416-5970; jlkc.com

SEPT. 18 Rodney Carrington Show begins at 7 p.m.

SEPT. 12 Stromae With Special Guest Freedom Fry Show begins at 8 p.m.

SEPT. 23 JBalvin With Special Guest Becky G Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

Perfect Vodka Amphitheatre (formerly Coral Sky Amphitheatre) 561-795-8883;

501 Marlins Way, Miami, 305-480-1300; marlins.com

SEPT. 13 5 Seconds Of Summer: Rock Out With Your Socks Out Tour Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

SEPT. 4-9, 11-13, 22-27 Marlins Baseball Game times vary.

SEPT. 15 Van Halen Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

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SEPT. 17 Kelly Clarkson With Special Guest Pentatonix Show begins at 7 p.m.

SEPT. 19 & 20 Luke Bryan – Kick The Dust Up Tour 2015 Show begins at 7 p.m.

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts 201 S.W. Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222;

browardcenter.org SEPT. 10 New Times Eighth Annual Pairings 2015 Show begins at 7 p.m.

Sun Life Stadium 2269 N.W. 199th St.,

Miami Gardens, 305-943-8000; sunlifestadium.com SEPT. 3 & 27 Miami Dolphins Football Game times vary.

ON THE WILD SIDE: Mötley Crüe will rock the house at 7 p.m. on Sept. 2 at AmericanAirlines Arena

SEPT. 19 Al Jarreau & Jeffrey Osborne Show begins at 8 p.m.

The Fillmore Miami Beach At The Jackie Gleason Theater 1700 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-673-7300;

fillmoremb.com SEPT. 17 Nick Jonas: Live In Concert Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

events SEPT. 4-6 Fourth Annual College Dance Fair The fair features master classes and information sessions with faculty from the country’s top dance programs, allowing high school dance students and their parents to network and navigate the college dance world. Takes place at Boca Ballet Theatre’s Countess de Hoernle Center for Dance in Boca Raton. Start times vary. For more information, call 561-995-0709 or visit collegedancefair.org.

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SEPT. 19 The International Coastal Cleanup Sponsored by Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, adults and families will join forces to clear marine debris washed up on the beach and along the Intracoastal. Takes place at Spanish River Park in Boca Raton. Starts at 8 a.m. For more information, call 561-544-8605 or visit gumbolimbo.org.

Harpham, M.D., will share practical and hopeful insights and advice about supporting children who have a parent with cancer.

This program is designed specifically for adults. Takes place at Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s Harvey & Phyllis Sandler Pavilion at the Lynn Cancer Institute.

Starts at 5 p.m. For more information, call 561-9555265 or visit brrh.com.

SEPT. 11 Sushi & Stroll Take in the sound of taiko drums while strolling through tranquil gardens at sunset. Takes place at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach. Starts at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 561-495-0233 or visit morikami.org.

SEPT. 11 THROUGH OCT. 31 “Made In Delray Beach” Exhibition The artists in this exhibi-

GOING SOLO: Nick Jonas will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 17 at The Fillmore Miami Beach At The Jackie Gleason Theater

tion capture the beauty of their hometown and express their unique talents as painters and sculptors.

Takes place at the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County in Lake Worth.

Start times vary. For more information, call 561-472-3341 or visit palmbeachculture.com.

SEPT. 12 Countdown 2 Zero Adoption Event This free event will present more than 600 of Palm Beach County’s dogs, cats and guinea pigs available for adoption. The event is a collaborative effort among local animal rescue organizations in an effort to save lives. Takes place at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-472-8873 or visit countdown2zero.org.

SEPT. 12 & 13 18th Annual Lauderdale By The Sea Craft Festival Eclectic displays of original handcrafted art, including decorative and functional pieces as well as affordable gift items, will be set up by 100 of the finest artists and skilled crafters in the country. Takes place at A1A and Commercial Boulevard in Lauderdale by the Sea. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-746-6615 or visit artfestival.com.

SEPT. 19 Harmony Without Borders Imagina Children’s Foundation presents an extraordinary concert event featuring more than 60 young musicians from three countries. Takes place at the Delray Beach Center for the Arts/Crest Theatre.

Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 561-243-7922 or visit delrayarts.org.

SEPT. 19 Mark Nizer 4D – World Class Comedy And Juggling This combination of original comedy, worldclass juggling, movement music and technology promises a spellbinding show for the whole family.

Takes place at Willow Theatre at Sugar Sand Park in Boca Raton.

Start times vary. For more information, call 561-347-3948 or visit willowtheatre.org.

SEPT. 21 Debbie’s Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer – Dream BIG Luncheon Help raise awareness and funds for stomach cancer through the first Dream BIG Luncheon, hosted by the nonprofit Debbie’s Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer. Guests will enjoy a silent auction, raffles and lunch with dessert. Auction items include priceless experiences, sports memorabilia, jewelry, travel and more. Takes place at Renaissance Fort Lauderdale– Plantation Hotel. Starts at 11 a.m. For more information, call 954-475-1200 or visit debbiesdream.org.

SEPT. 27 Boca Raton Walk To End Alzheimer’s Residents of Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Parkland and Deerfield Beach are invited by the Alzheimer’s Association to participate in a two-mile walk to raise funds for research and education. The event will include a complimentary breakfast, and there is no registration charge.

Takes place at Mizner Park Amphitheater in Boca Raton. Starts at 7:30 a.m. For more information, call 800272-3900 or visit act.alz.org.

OCT. 1 10th Annual Susan G. Komen South Florida Pink Ribbon Luncheon The event brings together breast cancer survivors, co-survivors, volunteers and the community, featuring a presentation highlighting the generational impact of the disease faced by mother and daughter survivors. Benefits Susan G. Komen South Florida.

Takes place at Woodfield Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 10:30 a.m.

For more information, call 561-514-3020 or visit komensouthflorida.org.

OCT. 2 Fifth Annual JAFCO In My Shoes Luncheon This boutique shopping event and luncheon will benefit the JAFCO (Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options) Children’s Ability Center and is presented by Kim and Sean Fetterman in memory of their mother, Roberta. Takes place at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 954-315-8698 or visit jafco.org. O SEPTEMBER 2015

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JEWISH FEDERATION BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL INDUSTRY ICON SERIES EVENT The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County recently hosted an event as part of its Business and Professional Industry Icon Series. Local entrepreneurs and professionals gathered at Zinman Hall for an evening of networking and cocktails as well as to hear the featured speaker, Ira Leesfield, a former presidential advisor and renowned attorney.

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The event, which took place at Boca West Country Club, honored students from seven area high schools who achieved academic excellence, performed substantial community service and demonstrated a need for financial assistance. The ceremony featured U.S. Rep. Ted Deutch as the speaker.

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PALM BEACH WINE AUCTION The 2015 Palm Beach Wine Auction raised almost $450,000 for children’s arts education programs at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Nearly 220 people attended the eighth annual event, held at Mar-a-Lago Club. Among the lots sold were two 9-liter bottles of 2010 Oakville Estate Red from Rudd Winery for $4,000 each.

Over the years, the auction has raised more than $2.4 million for education programs at the Kravis.

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GLORIA DRUMMOND PHYSICAL REHABILITATION INSTITUTE GROUNDBREAKING CELEBRATION Elaine Wold headed up a groundbreaking ceremony for the new home of the Gloria Drummond Physical Rehabilitation Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. Wold’s $10 million gift named the facility in honor of her friend, Gloria Drummond, the founder of Boca Raton Regional Hospital. The 40,000-square-foot facility will open in 2016.

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CONGRATULATIONS 2015 SPIRIT OF HOME HONOREES

Outstanding Individual

Kristina Stein

Outstanding Community Partner

RIMS, Broward County Chapter

Outstanding Volunteer

Jeff Schnee

Outstanding Staff

Genevieve Areson

It truly takes a Village to raise a child. Each year, SOS Florida provides a secure home, happy childhood and hopeful future to hundreds of foster children. But we don’t do it alone. Our Village extends to many friends and neighbors who share their time and their hearts with our boys and girls - creating an amazing SOS “Spirit of Home.”

Join us in honoring four of our outstanding supporters whose efforts have changed the lives of our children forever and celebrating the unique family that is SOS Children’s Villages - Florida.

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Proceeds from the event will be used to support children and young adults with neurodiverse conditions, including autism, dyslexia and ADHD.

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SIP SHAKE SHOP SUPPORT The Sip Shake Shop Support event hosted by Jennifer Haley Handbags and Premium Kitchens raised more than $5,000 for the American Heart Association. More than 140 people gathered to enjoy food, drinks, shopping and music courtesy of Spirit of Women, The Biostation, Jennifer Zeuner Jewelry, Alene Too, Raw Juce and other businesses.

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now&noteworthy The Seagate Hotel & Spa In Delray Beach Is Where Golf Legends Stay And Play The Seagate Country Club features a world-class championship golf course and an impressive staff of PGA professionals, including Craig Harmon. When you spend a day on a legendary course, you expect a night that’s equally spectacular.

The Seagate Hotel & Spa combines proximity to the beach with city sophistication in a boutique hotel. Memberships are now available. The Seagate Hotel & Spa, 1000 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach, 561-666-3397; theseagatehotel.com.

Facial Plastic Surgeon Jacob D. Steiger, M.D., Offers Newly Approved Procedure Steiger Facial Plastic Surgery, led by acclaimed Facial Plastic Surgeon Jacob D. Steiger, M.D., was recently designated as the only Merz Radiesse® Hands Center of Excellence in Palm Beach County.

The hands have always been a telltale sign of one’s true age – until now. Thanks to the FDA’s recent approval of the injectable dermal filler Radiesse® for hand augmentation, patients can enjoy fuller, younger-looking hands. Steiger Facial Plastic Surgery, 1001 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, 561-499-9339; drsteiger.com.

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Let Qwik Quote Show You How Insurance Can Provide Solutions To Many Problems For Pennies On The Dollar Qwik Quote was developed because life insurance, long-term care and other types of insurance are important decisions that should be made with a licensed professional. William R. Dyess, CLTC, is a 37-year-plus veteran in the industry. He believes that a decision to manage your life or the care you will receive is too important to make via the Internet.

He believes in reliability and responsibility when it comes to helping people decide on insurance. Qwik Quote, 4710 N.W. Second Ave., Suite 104, Boca Raton, 561-504-6900; qwikquote.guru.

Donna Klein Jewish Academy Honored As A Lighthouse School By The FranklinCovey Organization

Joseph Zilonka, Jordan Berger, Claire and Emanuel G. Rosenblatt High School at DKJA Principal Rabbi Marshall Lesack, Ava Schenker and Joslyn Klein

When Donna Klein Jewish Academy embraced becoming a FranklinCovey Leader in Me School five years ago, it did so with the “win-win” attitude exemplified by the leadership principles of “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.” The school’s commitment was recognized, and in May of this year, DKJA was honored as one of only 152 LIM Lighthouse Schools – and the only Jewish community day school in the world – to have earned the prestigious designation. This Lighthouse status demonstrates DKJA’s exemplary achievements as a leadership model for all ages. Donna Klein Jewish Academy, 9701 Donna Klein Blvd., Boca Raton, 561-852-3310; dkja.org.

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Antonini Modern Living Announces Opening Of Third Location, In Boca Raton Antonini Modern Living is a designer furniture brand with three locations in Florida, including the Miami Design District, Dania Beach and the newly opened showroom in Boca Raton. Featuring modern furniture by renowned European and American designers, Antonini also stocks an eclectic mix of art and lifestyle accessories. Antonini is proud to be at the forefront of South Florida’s leading designer furniture stores, showcasing more exciting inventory than ever with its expansion to Boca Raton.

Antonini Modern Living, 9465 Glades Road, Boca Raton, 561-757-6988; antoninimodernliving.com.

We Are 80% There!

Florence Fuller Child Development Centers is moving forward in a campaign to construct a new learning center, renovate key areas on the campuses, support additional quality programs, and expand the Centers’ endowment.

Today we have raised $3,611,000 — 80% of our $4,500,000 goal.

We need your help to raise the final 20%!

• 90% of our 700 children are living at or below the Federal Poverty Level.

• 65% of our children come from single-parent homes.

• 99% of our families are low income service industry individuals whose hard work helps to sustain our community’s economy.

• We provide exceptional early childhood education, afterschool, and family support programs.

Please visit us at www.ffcdc.org or call Development Director Diane Shawcross at 561-391-7274 ext. 111

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BUYER

SALE PRICE

SELLER

PRIOR SALE PRICE

PRIOR SALE DATE

SUBDIVISION

ADDRESS

BOCA WEST CC - HAMLET

7392 WOODMONT CT

JONAS STEVEN

CREAMER JOSEPH

$400,000

$225,000

28-MAR-14

BROKEN SOUND CC - BANYANS

6603 NW 25TH CT

AGOADO LANDON

U S BANK NATIONAL ASSOC TRUSTEE

$157,500

$168,900

07-AUG-14

BROKEN SOUND CC - BANYANS

2464 NW 66TH DR

ECHEZARRETA INAKI

NORTHERN TRUST COMPANY

$240,000

BROKEN SOUND CC - BRIDGEPOINTE

2578 COCO PLUM BLVD 203

BERESIN PHYLLIS

COSTELLO JOHN

$380,000

$489,000

31-MAY-06

BROKEN SOUND CC - OAK RUN

2481 NW 64TH ST

MIDILI RONALD

MATRISCIANA MARILYN T INDIV TRUSTEE

$327,200

$202,500

01-FEB-13

BROKEN SOUND CC - VINTAGE ESTATES

2555 NW 59TH ST

TASSEL SANFORD

RATNER DENNIS

$862,500

$1,150,000

24-AUG-05

MIZNER COUNTRY CLUB

8399 DELPRADO DR

MARINO J RICHARD

DELRAY VENTURES LLC

MIZNER COUNTRY CLUB

8424 DELPRADO DR

BAINLARDI SHELLYANN

ROTHMAN JODI S

$1,800,000

$650,000

29-OCT-03

MIZNER COUNTRY CLUB

8412 DELPRADO DR

TURCO JOHN A

MOORE ROBERT J

$1,740,000

$1,650,000

26-AUG-11

MIZNER COUNTRY CLUB

8849 VALHALLA DR

KOLOSOVA TATIANA

SCHWARTZ KENNETH J

$755,000

$1,200,000

26-FEB-07

MIZNER GRAND CONDOMINIUM

450 SE 5TH AVE 702

WEXLER JEFFREY

LIEBER MADELINE

$2,604,800

$1,700,000

11-MAY-00

MIZNER LAKES ESTATES

476 ADDISON PARK LN

KRASNERMAN MICHAEL

PECKER DAVID J

$2,827,500

$2,200,000

08-NOV-00

MIZNER’S PRESERVE

16324 VIA VENETIA W

ANDELMAN SAMUEL

LAING CHAD R INDIV TRUSTEE

$772,500

MIZNER’S PRESERVE

6080 VIA VENETIA S

RUSSO ROBERT M

DEITELBAUM RONALD

$773,000

$678,747

31-OCT-00

MIZNER’S PRESERVE

6149 VIA VENETIA S

NEVIRS MARYANN

DOW CHRISTINA M

$765,000

14-JUN-13

MONTOYA ESTATES

7881 SAN MARCOS PL

AMSALEM AVRAHAM

VIVERITO SHARI INDIV TRUSTEE

$375,000

03-NOV-14

NEWPORT BAY CLUB

6858 PORTSIDE DR

XIA MING BO

CARIBONI ALEXANDRA

$460,000

PALM BEACH FARMS

1440 SW 14TH DR

EDWARDS YUNG T

THIEL THOMAS P

$705,000

PALM BEACH FARMS

1420 SW 20TH ST

BATTAGLIA BRIAN

COX WILLIAM

$575,000

PALMA VISTA

9719 PALMA VISTA WAY

DOHLER MAGDALENA

WOOLARD BRIAN R

22-MAY-14

$600,000

15-APR-10

10-JUL-12

$450,000

05-OCT-12

$397,000

07-AUG-12

14-JUL-09

$650,000

07-MAR-03

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BUYER

SELLER

SALE PRICE

PRIOR SALE PRICE

PRIOR SALE DATE

PALMETTO PLACE CONDOMINIUM

99 SE MIZNER BLVD APT 309

ROM DAVOR

FLASCHBERGER CHRISTOPHER

$380,000

$445,000

11-JUL-05

POLO CLUB - VILLE DE CAPRI

5213 VIA DE AMALFI DR

FREEMAN ELAINE

NADELL LAWRENCE

$430,000

$145,000

04-DEC-14

ROYAL PALM YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

360 E COCONUT PALM RD

SCHNEIDER LAURENCE

BANK OF AMERICA NA

$3,600,000

ROYAL PALM YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

2401 W SILVER PALM RD

VELORIC NANCY DEBORAH

CIAMPI GUERINO

$3,700,000

$3,200,000

21-MAR-13

04-AUG-14

ROYAL PALM YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

2295 E SILVER PALM RD

DAB INTERNATIONAL INC

BUCHANAN HILARY

ROYAL PALM YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

484 S MAYA PALM DR

MENDIBURU THOMAS

CACIOPPO JAMES

$533,000

$900,000

24-FEB-14

$4,744,000

$4,700,000

22-APR-14

SATURNIA

11548 BIG SKY CT

FELIPE ELIANE

FEDERAL NATIONAL MRTG ASSN

$409,750

SATURNIA ISLES

9549 NEW WATERFORD CV

ASSAD HILUA

MOLDOF ADAM R

$744,000

$725,000

08-SEP-08

SATURNIA ISLES

15774 VIANA WINDS PT

DICKSTEIN SHARI L

RUBEN SHAWN

28-JUN-02

SEASONS OF BOCA RATON

3156 NW 61ST ST

HERSH CAROL

BOCA FL7 LLC

SEASONS OF BOCA RATON

6159 NW 32ND AVE

SAMRA NATHALINE HAGOP

GRECSEK GARY E

ST. ANDREWS COUNTRY CLUB

7154 AYRSHIRE LN

SMOKLER ELLEN

12-AUG-14

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HEART AND SOLE: (Right) Shuzz Guatemalan kids in 2011; (Below) Akem with Dr. Jodi Schoenhaus-Gold

STEPPING UP The Shuzz Fund Medical Program Provides Operation For Boy From Guyana BY LICIA AVELAR hey say you can learn a lot by walking a mile in someone’s shoes – but what if someone doesn’t have a pair of shoes to begin with?

That’s the problem The Shuzz Fund, a West Palm Beach nonprofit, seeks to address by donating shoes to underprivileged children.

“Many children across the world are unable to attend school because they do not have a simple pair of shoes,” says Rita Lombardo, founder and executive director of Shuzz (pronounced “shoes”). “They are prone to injury and subsequent disease.”

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When the mission was complete, he went back home with his mother. Now he’s back playing with his brothers, wearing shoes and doing well. It was amazing and so heartwarming. They were so appreciative, and I think it is what we set out to do – to change lives. And we did.

– Dr. Schoenhaus-Gold, Shuzz medical coordinator

For the past five years, Shuzz has been fitting thousands of children with shoes via local programs and international missions.

Then the organization’s leaders decided it was time to grow. In 2014 – with the help of Dr. Jodi Schoenhaus-Gold, a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon in Boca Raton and Shuzz medical coordinator – the Shuzz Medical Program was born. The division set its sights on uninsured or underinsured children who suffer from skin conditions or bone or joint problems.

“We have all these kids that are being fit for shoes, but some may not be able to walk in shoes at all,” says Dr. Schoenhaus-Gold.

Last September, she and Dr. Megan Jack, a Boca Raton plastic surgeon, traveled to Guyana with two other volunteers to aid children suffering from a 144

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variety of health problems. They treated more than 200 people in addition to distributing shoes and educating local medical personnel.

On the last day of the mission, the Shuzz team met Akem, a 4-year-old boy from the town of Lethem. He was unable to do simple activities like play with his brothers or attend school due to internal tibial torsion and femoral varus (inward twisting of the shin and thigh bones).

The team quickly fell in love with little Akem and knew he needed their help.

“It was almost like we were meant to be there and find Akem,” says Dr. Schoenhaus-Gold.

“His mom told us she had been looking for help since he was born.”

Over the next few months, the team raised funds and allocated resources to get Akem and

his mother to South Florida. At Bethesda Hospital in Boynton Beach in February, Akem had both legs successfully operated on by Dr. SchoenhausGold; Dr. Jack; Dr. Ezra Berkowitz, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon; and others. The Shuzz Medical Program then secured the appropriate postsurgical treatment, including physical therapy.

“When the mission was complete, he went back home with his mother,” Dr. Schoenhaus-Gold says. “Now he’s back playing with his brothers, wearing shoes and doing well. It was amazing and so heartwarming. They were so appreciative, and I think it is what we set out to do – to change lives.

And we did.” O For more information – or to donate, volunteer or host a shoe drive – visit shuzz.org.

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