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As the summer break winds down, parents in Palm Beach County are having a unique opportunity to help their little ones chill out for the rest of the long, hot summer. Kids ages 6 to 12 are learning tips for quieting the mind, practicing meditation, and enjoying fun yoga games in a twoweek camp.

Camp ATHA is also engaging them in yoga postures that teach focus, concentration, determination, and stress management.

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Residents and Visitors to Be Safe from the Heat and Take Advantage of Cool Spaces

Palm Beach County encourages all residents and visitors to practice heat safety during these hot and humid days. As the National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect through the weekend, heat index values will continue to rise to the 105°-110° range during the afternoon hours.

The Heat Index is the apparent temperature, or “what the temperature feels like to the human body when relative humidity is combined with the air temperature.” This can lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke illnesses.

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The Buzz Agency, a leading South Florida public relations agency, has expanded its Delray Beach-based team, naming Billie Wyler as Public Relations Coordinator.

• FAU Tech Runway® recently accepted 16 companies to participate in the 12th cohort of its Venture Program. The Venture Program provides the most promising startups and talented entrepreneurs in South Florida with an opportunity to join a year-long program that offers resources from FAU’s Innovation and Business Development pipeline, entrepreneurial instruction, structured teambased mentoring, networking, marketing and capital-raising assistance, co-working space, events, intern support, and other vital programs.

• The City of Boca Raton’s Summer in the City series winds down with the 3rd Annual Battle of the Bands Competition on Friday, August 4 at 7 p.m. at the Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real. Finalists in both the Over & Under 20 Years Old categories will take the stage to compete for the $2,500 cash prize in each category.

• As the summer break winds down, parents in Palm Beach County are having a unique opportunity to help their little ones chill out for the rest of the long, hot summer. Kids ages 6 to 12 are learning tips for quieting the mind, practicing meditation, and enjoying fun yoga games in a two-week camp. Camp ATHA is also engaging them in yoga postures that teach focus, concentration, determination, and stress management. It also incorporates breath work, movement, and interactive games that facilitate social-emotional development, health and wellness coach Dean Fazzolari said.

• The “most wonderful time of the year” will officially kick off in Boca Raton when CP Group lights the 40-foot Christmas tree amongst all who live, work, play, and visit the city at the first free and open-to-the-public Community Tree Lighting & Holiday Extravaganza of the 2023 holiday season. This year’s event will feature WPTV’s First Alert Chief Meteorologist Steve Weagle as emcee and offers fun for the whole family, complete with a Santa meet and greet and the return of live reindeer. The popular yuletide tradition is set for Thursday, November 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at its Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC) on Yamato Road at 5000 T-Rex Avenue in Boca Raton with free parking (hundreds of spaces).

• B’nai Torah Congregation, the largest conservative synagogue in Southeast Florida, announced the appointment of Rabbi Hector Epelbaum to the congregation’s Rabbinic Team. In his role as Associate Rabbi, Rabbi Hector Epelbaum is supporting B’nai Torah

Congregation’s Senior Rabbi David Steinhardt. He is also fluent in Spanish and will lead classes and programs designed for the Spanish-speaking community; he recently announced a new course “Intro to Judaism,” kicking off on September 7 on Zoom, which he will teach in Spanish. The class, which will offer attendees the opportunity to explore and deepen their understanding of Judaism, is open to the entire community.

• The Achievement Centers for Children & Families (ACCF) and Sklar Furnishings are partnering to hold Hosting 101, an interactive experience. The event will be held on Thursday, August 24th beginning at 6 p.m. at Sklar Furnishings, 6300 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton.

• For the past 15 years, youth in South Florida who might not have had a whole lot of chances to learn, develop leadership skills, and grow to their fullest potential have been finding their way to The Motivational Edge. Founded in 2008 by Ian Welsch, the program started with a focus on literacy and health and soon expanded to include academic, musical, and physical education programming for at-risk and foster youth. During the pandemic lockdown, it was one of the few organizations to provide day shelter, hot meals, academic assistance, and other essential services to youth in the community.

• Designed to enable kids of all income brackets the opportunity to experience superior, personalized education, the Fuller Center, a not-for-profit organization focused on early childhood development, has space available in its private elementary school, the Fuller Academy, on the organization’s West Campus at 10130 185th Street South, Boca Raton.

• Back to school is just around the corner!

To help prepare students for the upcoming school year, the Boca Raton Airport Authority (BRAA) hosted its sixth annual Back to School (B2S) Supply Drive in collaboration with the Spirit of Giving Network. This year, the BRAA is proud to announce that the B2S Supply Drive collected approximately $15,000 in school supplies to help students in Palm Beach County prepare for school. The annual drive ensures that students have access to essential school supplies, such as backpacks, notebooks, pencils, and hygiene products, setting them up for a successful academic year.

• The Buzz Agency, a leading South Florida public relations agency, has expanded its Delray Beach-based team, naming Billie Wyler as Public Relations Coordinator.

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Summer Yoga Camp Teaching Kids to Cope with Everyday Life and Manage Their Stress

By: Daniyah Straghn

DELRAY BEACH – As the summer break winds down, parents in Palm Beach County are having a unique opportunity to help their little ones chill out for the rest of the long, hot summer.

Kids ages 6 to 12 are learning tips for quieting the mind, practicing meditation, and enjoying fun yoga games in a two-week camp.

Camp ATHA is also engaging them in yoga postures that teach focus, concentration, determination, and stress management. It also incorporates breath work, movement, and interactive games that facilitate social-emotional development, health and wellness coach Dean Fazzolari said.

“It is so much fun, not to mention engaging,” Fazzolari added. “I have been teaching the kids about different life skills that can be utilized beyond breath and nutrition.”

Nestled on four acres abutting the south end of Plumosa Middle School of the Arts, the camp, at 2219 Seacrest Blvd., Delray Beach, offers a new and different option for parents seeking more than the average camp

experience for their child. Atha offers kids classes Monday through Saturday throughout the year along with Mommy & Me classes.

“It’s somewhere for kids to be kids, to unplug, to get away from their electronics, to connect with nature, to do group activities, and to feel good, mentally and physically,” said Amanda Mintz, a yoga instructor and real estate broker, who is heading up the camp.

After seeing the struggles children, including her son, Jason, faced during the pandemic and recent headlines in the news, Mintz said she was inspired to create the yoga class, designed specially for kids.

Camp ATHA boasts a wide area for outside play while learning, tons of natural vegetation on the property and an air-conditioned room for indoor activities.

Campers will also have a butterfly garden and a treehouse.

Studies have shown that teaching mindfulness can reduce disciplinary actions and create a more harmonious environment at home and in the classroom.

The camp, which runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., will teach kids how to feel at home in their own bodies and how to connect to and appreciate the earth, organizers said.

“This is the best camp,” said Harper, a fourth grader who has been taking children’s classes at ATHA and is looking forward to camp. “There’s a food tent, there’s a drink tent and this place is very safe. When parents are watching a movie, the kids can run around and play.”

Penelope likes camp because of the “cool things” she can do.

“Other camps are like, ‘No you can’t do

this, it’s dangerous,’ ‘You can’t eat this, you’re going to get hurt,’” the third grader said. “Here you’re allowed to climb trees and you can eat so many cool things that grow here.”

Jack Darden who has been doing yoga classes weekly for the past four years, thinks that in an age with increasing pressures on kids, the camp will produce strong, confident, and conscious children who are self-actualized, positive forces in our society.

He can be considered the unofficial posterchild for ATHA.

“When I first got here, I could barely bend over,” Darden said, adding that through a combination of motivation and inspiration he has a lot more range and motion now.

“I’ve seen some yoga instructors online and for the most part, they tell you to get into your pose. But these guys bring life lessons as well, he said.

“These guys here, they are literally life savers because I would be in bad shape without this yoga. My hip was going down quickly.”

To learn more about ATHA or the summer camp, call 561-857-1157.

FAU Tech Runway Announced its 12th Venture Class

FAU Tech Runway® recently accepted 16 companies to participate in the 12th cohort of its Venture Program.

The Venture Program provides the most promising startups and talented entrepreneurs in South Florida with an opportunity to join a year-long program that offers resources from FAU’s Innovation and Business Development pipeline, entrepreneurial instruction, structured team-based mentoring, networking, marketing and capital-raising assistance, co-working space, events, intern support, and other vital programs.

Companies accepted into the Venture Program must have strategic alignment with FAU’s research focus areas, including drone technologies; educational technologies; environmental science; marine science; ocean engineering; neuroscience; healthy aging; big data analytics; artificial intelligence; machine learning; cyber security; sensing; and smart systems.

The 16 companies in Venture Class 12 are:

Clinical Fitness provides a safe environment where clients can be guided and educat-

ed by medical professionals in the proper use of gym equipment.

DashOne is a developing wearable tech that empowers athletes to improve their form and performance in real time through reinforcement cues and in-depth analytics.

practical. Install lighting fixtures anywhere and have easy, instant light that can last years before requiring a recharge.

Housing Nonprofit is a platform connecting renters with housing grants to purchase a home. Their technology analyzes the requirements for all incentives to buy a house and allow users to check eligibility for all programs via a single form.

HUMM STAFFING is an app platform that connects healthcare professionals with hospital shift work.

Integral Vista Solutions is a company that provides innovative technological solutions to improve the efficiency and profitability of residential service companies.

Kastaco connects talent such as models, actors, voiceover artists, singers and musicians with valuable opportunities.

RideGuide is an app that provides a highly customized library to educate drivers on the proper use and operation of features and technology in their cars using videos, searchable manuals and how-to guides.

SecureTec ID is a software mobile application that uses biometric data gathered from contactless fingerprints for the community and policing. It also provides identification and additional intel, utilizing numerous databases, to promote and encourage safety.

Telly College LLC empowers students to maximize their college experience, by use of daily on- and off-campus events with voting and attendance stats.

Therapy in a Click aims to establish a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that uplifts mental health care accessibility by offering free virtual therapy sessions with licensed mental health professionals to high school students within Palm Beach County.

DealHero, LLC is a web platform designed to connect military, veterans and first responders with businesses that support them by offering deals and discounts on their products and services.

Glowby Lightbulbs are patent-pending, long-lasting, rechargeable lightbulbs for places where running wiring is impossible or im-

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Printed Patio uses concrete 3D printing to generate bespoke landscape and architectural features.

Puttrax 360 is golf’s first AR gaming and training experience for putting, where computer vision technology automatically tracks and scores every putt.

Wisp Energy LLC (WE) will employ a proprietary Dual Axis Wind Turbine (DAWT) using advanced AI and ML to improve wind turbine performance, adding variables to the wind interaction and yielding improvements of more than 30 percent in efficiency and/or ROI.

Venture Class 12 participants join a robust community of fellow entrepreneurs, mentors, investors, instructors and top-level support professionals.

FAU Tech Runway® is a public-private partnership formed to incubate and accelerate early-stage technology-based companies, under the purview of FAU’s Division of Research . Applications for the next cycle of the Venture Program will open in Fall 2023.

The City Of Boca Raton Announces the 3rd Annual Battle of the Bands

Finalists and Young Entrepreneurs Marketplace

The City of Boca Raton’s Summer in the City series winds down with the 3rd Annual Battle of the Bands Competition on Friday, August 4 at 7 p.m. at the Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real. Finalists in both the Over & Under 20 Years Old categories will take the stage to compete for the $2,500 cash prize in each category.

Finalists in the Over 20 category include Atomic Pleasures, AWALL, HADEE and The Fallen Kiwi. Under 20 finalists include Ava Violet, DNA, Midnight3, Ripped Jorts and Seda Sol. Concertgoers will also have a chance to vote for their Fan Favorite.

“Each year we are more amazed by the range and talent we have right here in our own backyard,” said Richard Mahler, Community Events Coordinator for the City of Boca Raton. “Attendees will be ‘wowed’ by this year’s band finalists, as well as by the many young entrepreneurs showcasing their businesses.”

While enjoying the local music

scene, guests can also support teen entrepreneurs at the Young Entrepreneurs Marketplace, featuring up-and-coming businesses including Sophisticated Stitches, plush crochet collectables; Sevgi’s Handmade, handmade crochet toys and goods; Maddie’s Pop-Its, toy retailer geared toward those with dementia; Art by Em Polido, a special needs artist featuring works in various mediums; Caitlyn’s Creations, handsewn items; Jewligame, handmade origami jewelry; Marissa Ernest Party Planning; Zoe’s Books; Wands Shop, homemade Harry Potter wands; Bracelets, Keychains for Y’all, clay and glass bead creations; Music Buddies, offering music lessons to children in foster care; DRAWDE, a sustainable art brand; SoFlo Creations, handmade bracelets, necklaces and keychains; Sunshine Handmade Designs, handmade products made with recycled materials; Bakes By Kaden, freshly baked pastries and sweets and Monarch Designs with murals, prints, apparel and jewelry.

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Rabbi Hector Epelbaum Joins B’nai Torah Congregation’s Rabbinic Team

B’nai Torah Congregation, the largest conservative synagogue in Southeast Florida, announced the appointment of Rabbi Hector Epelbaum to the congregation’s Rabbinic Team. In his role as Associate Rabbi, Rabbi Hector Epelbaum is supporting B’nai Torah Congregation’s Senior Rabbi David Steinhardt. He is also fluent in Spanish and will lead classes and programs designed for the Spanish-speaking community; he recently announced a new course “Intro to Judaism,” kicking off on September 7 on Zoom, which he will teach in Spanish. The class, which will offer attendees the opportunity to explore and deepen their understanding of Judaism, is open to the entire community.

“I am very excited to welcome and work with my colleague, Rabbi Epelbaum. He brings a depth of experience, learning and great sensitivity to his work. His life’s experience includes being educated and raised in Buenos Aires, working as a rabbi in Netanya and years of work in South Florida. These inform a broad view of Jewish life. His background in psychology adds to his understanding of people. We will learn from each other,” said Rabbi Steinhardt. Rabbi Epelbaum is a scholar and teacher deeply committed to bringing the community together to share his wisdom and deep connection to Judaism. He has served as the spiritual

leader of Temple Beth Israel since 2014. Born and raised in Buenos Aires, he was deeply involved in the Masorti/Conservative Youth Movement. After earning a master’s degree in psychology, he went on to conduct his rabbinical studies at Seminario Latinoamericano, where he was ordained, as well as ordained in Israel at Bet Hamidrash Lelimudei Lahadut, HaRav Shmuel Avidor Hachoen.

Rabbi Epelbaum served in Conservative pulpits for over 33 years in Argentina, Israel, and the United States. He is also an experienced Melton teacher. Rabbi is married to Berta, and they have three adult children and four grandchildren and counting.

“No words to express the warm, active, and knowledgeable congregation B’nai Torah is. I’m thrilled to be part of the B’nai Torah family, one of the largest and most successful congregations in the Conservative Movement.

I’m committed to helping Rabbi Steinhardt, clergy members, staff, and lay leaders to continue the Jewish path toward a life of Torah, Mitzvot, and Ma’asim Tovim,” added Rabbi Epelbaum.

To learn more about the Intro to Judaism course in Spanish, which kicks of September 7, 2023 at 6:00pm on Zoom, please contact: Rabino Hector Epelbaum at Rabbi.Epelbaum@ bnai-torah.org or call 561-392-8566.

Don’t look at things as they are and be satisfied. Rather, face them as they can become and do your part to bring that into reality! The same also applies to persons with whom you interact. Who they are now should not be viewed with any finality!

They need your encouragement to become all they can be, to excel in all their pursuits, to maximize all their current doings!

I once read of an artist that set up a studio on the first floor of a downtown building of some city. One of the first things he noticed, looking out of his window, was a disheveled town vagabond who daily sat on the street across from his studio, as a beggar. The artist used that man as his first painting project. He

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actually drew him not as he then looked but as he, the artist, imagined him to be. Upon its completion, he invited the man in, and showed him what he had produced. Not knowing who the subject was, the homeless man inquired of the artist, and was most surprised when told that it was he, himself. His significant reaction was, “If that’s the man you see, that’s the person I’ll be!”

Much that is given to us is not for immediate, personal consumption; most is provided for us to improve: sometimes, for the betterment of the tool or of the situation. Most often, however, it is for our own, personal betterment. Making excellence your personal goal already empowers you to go after what will bring

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it to pass! Thus, be a greater critic of yourself rather than of others. Realize the areas where you can improve and proceed to take the necessary steps to make it so.

You need to try and keep on trying whatever will enable you to be who you can be, and do what you are capable of doing! The very idea that you can accomplish it must become an inward belief and attitude with tangible efforts and visible outcomes, even if it may take time to complete, besides some barriers to overcome. As Samuel Johnson declared in his day, “the business of life is to go forward.”

Preparation for life is a daily, moment by moment activity. New challenges come all the time and we need to know how best to respond

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to them! As Rich de Vos recommends, “You never will discover how far you can go if you don’t start ‘doing it’.” You can confidently leave the results up to God as long as you faithfully do your part!

Ultimately, it is only in the path of obedience that you will understand where you are to go, and to go next! The right doors will open for you when you find yourself in the road God designed for you to traverse under His leading and personal care!

Listening To God — But Not Listening

Richard Blackaby, an author and international speaker, tells the story about a businessman who expressed frustration that God had been silent when he sought wisdom about whether to accept an offer for a new job. This man claimed he had taken the job because he did not hear from God. It turned out to be a terrible decision.

Blackaby said while talking with the individual, he began asking some probing questions: “What did your wife think about the job?” “Oh, she never liked the idea,” the businessman replied.

Next, Blackaby asked about whether the man had consulted with his pastor. “He’s not a business guy, so I ignored him!” he responded. “Even my son told me not to take the job, but he’s just a kid.” Immediately recognizing what the problem might be, Blackaby observed, “It sounds like God spoke several times.

You just weren’t listening.”

One of the most common questions about trying to live out one’s faith when confronting the challenges of life and work is, “How can I know God’s will?” We find examples in the Bible of individuals to whom God did speak directly and personally – Noah, who was instructed to build a huge ark; Moses at the burning bush; the prophet Eli when he was just a boy; Saul (who became the apostle Paul) on the road to Damascus, and others.

Perhaps you know of someone who claims to have heard God clearly speaking to them. Yes, the Lord can work that way, but such instances are very rare. He typically does not communicate with us audibly, post a message on a billboard, or use neon signs. Most often, God speaks to us in a variety of other ways. Let’s consider some of them:

God speaks through His Word. The 66 books of the Bible’s Old and New Testaments are packed with truths and principles applicable for everyday life, even for the 21st century marketplace. As one top executive once said, “It’s the best business book I ever read.” I agree. “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training and righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work” (2 Timothy 3:16-17).

God speaks through godly counsel. Sometimes we resist seeking advice or fail to heed what we are told because it goes contrary to our desires. But trusted, godly counselors – peers, colleagues, an intuitive spouse, and even a perceptive child – can help us avoid making life-altering wrong decisions. “For lack of guidance a nation falls, but many

advisers make victory sure” (Proverbs 11:14). “Listen to advice and accept instruction, and in the end you will be wise” (Proverbs 19:20).

God speaks through circumstances. In guiding us, God has a way of closing one door and opening another. “In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps” (Proverbs 16:9). “A man’s steps are directed by the Lord. How then can anyone understand his own way?” (Proverbs 20:24).

The Lord can guide us in other ways as well, but the key is to listen and pay attention. In Matthew 11:15, Jesus said, “The one who has ears to hear, let him hear.” If we ask, God can choose to speak to us in any number of ways, but we do need to be willing to listen.

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BEEN THERE, DONE THAT

By: Marci Shatzman

What happened to cheap eats?

We thought we’d beat the crowds by going to our favorite taco joint early for taco Tuesday.

But instead of finding the usual cheap eats, the menu had a fixed price all-you-can-eat for $27. We don’t have endless appetites, so we ordered our usual fish and chicken taco platters and a $7 margarita. The bill came to more than $50 with one drink and no dessert. So much for taco Tuesday.

Friday is pizza night in our house, and we usually order in. That’s another $20+ for a special pie, or $30 if we get an antipasto, too. So, now we order a regular cheese pizza, no toppings. It was $14 last week. I’ll order a more expensive special pizza if we win the lottery.

I get that our favorite restaurants are just passing on rising prices to customers to help pay their help and suppliers. But they’re doing it at the expense of diners

like us who like to take an inexpensive break from cooking.

We’re not big drinkers, so happy hour with discount booze and free appetizers is not our style. I’ve seen bars at local restaurants filled with people predinner, so that must already be routine.

We’re glad Chinese takeout is still doable. And sometimes prepared, not steam-tabled foods are the way to go. Fast food burgers and fries not an option for us. At least so far.

But with $100 routine for dinners, and since we eat early now anyway, we’ve decided to change our lifelong habit.

We’ll start going out for lunch.

For feedback, email marci@bocaratontribune.com

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By: Robert J. Tamasy

Strength Through Accountability

More often than we would like, we hear sad, sometimes scandalous stories of prominent leaders found guilty of moral or ethical wrongdoing. Someone who built a strong reputation and earned the respect and admiration within their profession seeing it all suddenly destroyed when misdeeds came to light.

How could this happen? We wonder and shake our heads, perhaps thinking about the mournful words of Israel’s future king David,“How the mighty have fallen” (2 Samuel 1:19), upon learning of King Saul and his son, Jonathan, dying on the field of battle. Other questions might arise in our minds when we hear about a leader’s epic fail: Could it have been avoided? Were there any early signs that this individual’s career was taking a devastating turn?

The Scriptures give many warnings that such things can happen. For instance, 1 Corinthians 10:12 cautions, “So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall!” Proverbs 4:23 warns, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”

Pages of the Bible cite many people who started well walking with God but somewhere along the way got caught up in areas of sin, with terrible consequences. Ironically, one of them was King David, whom 2 Samuel 11 tells us not only committed adultery but also directed that a loyal officer, Uriah, be killed to cover up his wrongdoing. Since all of us are imperfect, does that mean such failures are inevitable?

One preventative measure would be to establish an accountability relationship with one or more people you trust and know would be honest with you. For it to work effectively you need to be willing to tell them,

‘You can ask me any question – about any area of my life.’ The purpose of this is not for them to catch you in failure, but to enable you to succeed in doing the things you want to do and warn you if they sense you are heading in a wrong direction. Here are some helpful principles from the Bible:

We can keep one another sharp. We benefit from “constructive friction” in rubbing up against one another in the process of caring accountability relationships, seeking the best for each other. “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another” (Proverbs 27:17).

We can find strength in numbers. In isolation we can rationalize or even deceive ourselves into doing things we know are wrong or unwise. “Two are better than one because they have a good return for their work; if one falls down, his friend can help him up…” (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12).

We all need encouragement. It is in times of discouragement that we can become most vulnerable to temptation. People who encourage us can remind us of the hope we have in the Lord. “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as is the habit of some, but let us encourage one another…” (Hebrews 10:24-25).

We can confide in trusted people when we fail. Rather than concealing sin, letting guilt consume us, we confide in trusted accountability partners who can offer invaluable counsel on how to get back on course. “Therefore, confess your sins to each other and pray for each other, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective” (James 5:16).

Navigating High Summer Electric Bills: FPL’s Customer Advocacy Team Helps Customers in Need

lot of pride and joy in finding win-win solutions for our customers and our company.”

Customer service has been at the heart of Booher’s career from the beginning. She was an FPL summer intern in high school and a customer service representative through college, deciding to stay with the company after she earned her degree. She became a customer service trainer and then leader of the customer advocacy team, having done every job that her employees now do.

“It takes a dedicated person, a person who is creative, a critical thinker and someone who truly wants to help,” said Booher, proudly describing her employees.

Organizations that work with FPL’s Customer Advocacy team say the need has been growing and customers who receive information and assistance are grateful.

the household income was $35,000 or less, which is 150% of the federal poverty level. Booher and her team argued that people who make more are still in need.

“They are one crisis away, one flat tire, one broken arm or unexpected doctor visit from not being able to pay their electric bill,” said Booher, who pushed to adopt the same criteria used by The United Way, which allowed the income to be $70,000 for a family of four. We are now able to help a population of customers currently underserved by federal programs.

A red cloud of dirt surrounds 7-yearold Hudson as he sprints to first base, the increasing Florida heat beating down on his mother, Melissa Booher, and her family as they cheer him on. By the end of the game, his white pants will be covered in copper stains as he stands, beaming, for a family picture.

The family will leave the baseball diamond and over the next week head indoors to cheerleading competition and tumbling class, bowling, and afterschool activities at their Miami Springs community center. Like many families, Booher, her husband, and their three children are always on the go.

In addition to coordinating her family’s

schedule, Booher heads to work at Florida Power & Light Company. There, she leads a team that helps families across Florida with financial challenges when summer heat and energy bills rise as air conditioner units use more electricity to keep homes and businesses cool. Booher’s FPL Customer Advocacy team connects elderly and low-income customers with programs and organizations offering financial assistance on energy bills.

“If the customer has reached our team, it’s likely because their issue was too complex to be resolved by self-service channels or their personal circumstances require special handling,” said an effervescent Booher, who has worked at FPL for 22 years. “We take a

“During the summer months, when electric bills are higher, Florida Power & Light understands the challenges their vulnerable customers face in managing their energy expenses, said Ashley Jones, director of social services for The Salvation Army of Collier County. “The dedicated work of Melissa and her team empowers customers and helps them navigate through these challenging periods with dignity and peace of mind.”

Another way FPL helps customers is through the Care to Share program. Last year, after seeing an increased demand for financial assistance among customers, FPL changed the qualifying criteria, making help available to more customers. In the past, the program used the same criteria used at the federal level. A family of four qualified if

Through Care to Share, customers qualify for up to $500 toward their monthly FPL bill. In addition, after Hurricane Ian in 2022, the program assisted hurricane victims make electrical repairs to their homes. Booher and her team helped nearly 1,000 customers last year and continue to work with organizations such as The Salvation Army to help even more customers in need of financial assistance.

“We identify these customers proactively and we show them the resources available to them,” said Booher. “For a team like mine, there’s an innate desire to help and what motivates us is customers who come back and express their gratitude with notes and calls that say, ‘FPL is lucky to have you’; that’s what keeps people on the job.”

If you or someone you know needs financial assistance with energy bills, visit FPL.com/Help.

Tips for Homeowners to Improve Safety and Sustainability

(StatePoint) The International Code Council’s 43rd annual Building Safety Month campaign has begun, and week one’s theme: “Building Safety Starts at Home” highlights how building safety impacts our everyday lives.

According to InjuryFacts.NSC.org, about 16 out of 100 people were injured in a home or community venue in 2021. The leading causes that contribute to these injuries, such as drowning, fire smoke, and general home maintenance, can be prevented by acting ahead of time.

As the leading global source of model codes, standards and building safety solutions, the Code Council is passionate about educating homeowners on fire safety, home maintenance and sustainability practices. Here are some safety tips from the Code Council to help prevent accidents and keep your family and community safe:

Fire Safety Tips:

• Put a smoke alarm on every level of your home, outside each sleeping area and inside every bedroom. Test each smoke alarm regularly and replace it every ten years.

• Install home fire sprinklers. They are relatively affordable and can increase property value and lower insurance rates.

• Make an escape plan with a meeting place outside so everyone knows how to get out fast.

• Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from portable heaters.

• Keep all items that can burn away from your home. Remember to clean leaves from your gutters and clear dead leaves and branches from shrubs and trees surrounding your home.

Home Maintenance Tips:

• Never overload electrical cords or power strips.

• Don’t use appliances that have damaged cords.

• For mold prevention, watch for leaky

• To prevent your pipes from freezing in the winter, drain water from the swimming pool and water sprinkler supply lines following the manufacturer’s or installer’s directions.

• Make sure all pedestrian gates in the barrier fence of your swimming pool are self-clos-

gasses. The Code Council recognizes that for many people, it’s unclear where to start, and suggests the following tips to help communities forge a path forward.

Energy and Sustainability Tips:

• Install water-saving shower heads and low-flow faucet aerators and use your water meter to check for hidden water leaks. These steps can improve water conservation.

• To prevent stormwater runoff pollution, never dump anything down storm drains.

• Change the filters in your home’s heating and cooling system regularly to increase energy efficiency.

• Replace your light bulbs with LEDs, which use up to 90% less energy and last up to 25 times longer than traditional incandescent bulbs.

• Build green and design your home with materials that are easily recyclable, reusable, renewable, durable, affordable and low maintenance.

• Build a rain garden to capture roof drainage and divert it to your garden or landscaping to recycle non-potable water. Be sure to check your local rules on rainwater harvesting prior to installation.

pipes, condensation and wet spots, and fix sources of moisture problems as soon as possible.

• Keep in mind that there are several materials and items that should never be flushed down the toilet, including medication, disposable wipes, coffee grounds and more.

ing and self-latching.

According to the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, the average U.S. family can spend $2,000 a year on energy bills. This means that reducing your home energy use is the single most effective way to save money and reduce your home’s contribution to greenhouse

For more information, check out the Code Council’s Safety Tool Kits and additional resources at iccsafe.org.

How to Enhance Your Home’s Outdoor Living Spaces

With warm weather here, it’s time to make the most of your home’s outdoor living spaces.

“Whether you want to beautify your landscaping or add elements to your patio that will help you entertain, using manufactured stone veneer is a smart, on-trend choice,” says James Alpeter, stone marketing manager at ProVia. “A versatile and charming alternative to brick, high-quality manufactured stone looks natural, but can be installed much more quickly and affordably than the real thing.”

Project Ideas

As you mull over your plans, consider these three manufactured stone project ideas, all of which will boost the beauty and functionality of your outdoor living spaces:

1. Outdoor kitchens. Manufactured stone allows you to think well beyond a simple grill by building a complete outdoor kitchen. Depending on your budget and goals you may include a prep space, a sink, refrigeration and storage, and go for more niche features like a pizza oven. No matter how you choose to build this space out one thing is certain, you will be creating an instant room-like area to gather for conversation and laughter, or to relax after a long day of work.

2. Outdoor hearths. Enjoy the warmth and ambiance of flames on cool summer nights with an outdoor hearth, which can provide a stunning, one-of-a-kind focal point, whether it’s connected to the home or part of your backyard patio. Imagine having friends over for hot mulled cider and s’mores or snuggling up in front of the fire under a star-lit sky. For maximum comfort, treat this space as you would your family room, adding outdoor-grade couches, cushions and rugs.

3. Landscaping. Have you ever dreamed of having a water feature in your backyard that would provide a habitat for koi fish or local wildlife? Is it time to take your garden to the next level? Manufactured stone is ideal for a range of elegant landscaping applications, from surrounds for a small backyard fish pond to raised planting beds to retaining walls.

Selecting Materials

Manufactured stone is as versatile and authentic-looking as natural stone, offering endless options to tailor your project to your unique aesthetic. Stone profiles range from the classic shape and texture of limestone to the irregular and imperfect look of ledgestone to the layered and precise fit of dry stack stone. They also come in various hues, so you can go for

a warm, cozy feel or a sleek and striking look.

For the true depth and character of natural stone, just be sure to select materials inspired by nature itself. The process at ProVia, for example, starts with trained stone masons who select stones from nature to create the casts used to build their molds, and who pay careful attention to the contours and varying hues of natural stone. With ProVia, you’ll also have the opportunity to select the grout color, which is a factor that should not be overlooked.

“Contrasting grout colors can be used to intensify the overall look while complementary grout colors can soften it. Selecting a grout color that mimics the dominant color of your stone can help blend materials into a near-seamless palette,” says Alpeter.

Look before you leap with the brand’s Stone and Grout Visualizer tool, found at www.provia.com/stone/grout-visualizer/. For additional design inspiration, visit www.provia.com/stone/applications/.

This season, consider outdoor projects that will not only extend your home’s outdoor living spaces, but add elegance and charm while you’re at it.

Achievement Centers for Children & Families (ACCF) and Sklar Furnishings to Hold An Interactive Hosting Experience

Quantum Foundation Invests Nearly $1.5 Million Locally in First Half of 2023

The Achievement Centers for Children & Families (ACCF) and Sklar Furnishings are partnering to hold Hosting 101, an interactive experience. The event will be held on Thursday, August 24th beginning at 6 p.m. at Sklar Furnishings, 6300 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton.

To purchase tickets, please visit: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/ weblink.aspx?name=E345497&id=118 or www.achievementcentersfl.org. Cost per ticket is $75.00, and proceeds will benefit ACCF. Participants will enjoy complimentary beer or wine, light bites, and participation in all hosting activities. Hosting activities include cocktail making, centerpiece making, napkin folding, wine tasting, and more.

“We have a lovely evening planned for our guests filled with hands-on activities

and all the best hosting tips,” said Sklar Furnishing founder Rick Howard. “We are ecstatic about our partnership with the Achievement Centers and look forward to working with them again in the future.”

“We are thrilled to have such a fantastic partner for this year’s Boca Chambers Festival Days,” said Julia Corliss of the Achievement Centers. “Sklar Furnishings has gone above and beyond in preparation for this event, and they can’t wait to share all of their industry knowledge with our guests.”

Hosting 101 is in participation of the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce Boca Chamber Festival Days. For more information on the experience or to purchase your tickets, please visit www.achievementcentersfl.org

For the past 15 years, youth in South Florida who might not have had a whole lot of chances to learn, develop leadership skills, and grow to their fullest potential have been finding their way to The Motivational Edge. Founded in 2008 by Ian Welsch, the program started with a focus on literacy and health and soon expanded to include academic, musical, and physical education programming for at-risk and foster youth. During the pandemic lockdown, it was one of the few organizations to provide day shelter, hot meals, academic assistance, and other essential services to youth in the community.

In 2022, Motivational Edge launched on the Treasure Coast, and in July, the new Learning Center in Vero Beach opened, with the hope of benefitting nearly 60 youth each day with programs ranging from Creative Writing and Visual Arts to Academic Tutoring, Dance, and even night-time support services. This broad spectrum of service and care for the next generation prompted the Dyer Difference Award Committee to select The Motivational Edge as the July recipient of the Dyer Difference Award and recognition in Indian River County.

In St. Lucie County, everyone knows about Fort Pierce Central’s High School Football Program. Every day, 125 young athletes work hard, train, and compete on the gridiron, hoping for victory among the Friday night lights and learning about teamwork, good sportsmanship, and working hard to achieve a dream. Along the way,

the student athletes are instructed in how to work hard and be disciplined, how to be responsible for one’s successes and failures, the importance of not always being the leader, the value of practice and sacrifice, and how to see something through to its fruition even if the result isn’t always a big win. These lessons are the ones that make us better team members, better community members, and better people, and for members of the St. Lucie County Dyer Difference Award Committee, they were important lessons to celebrate in school and in life, and this month, they form the foundation of the July Dyer Difference Award celebration. Embracing the power of teamwork is a lesson that will help the student athletes now and throughout their careers and lives.

The Dyer Difference Award is all about celebrating the beauty and kindness in our midst. For the Dyer family and the members of the Dyer staff, the award and the $6,000 in donations made monthly between the St. Lucie and Indian River Counties are all about helping to make a positive difference in the community. For the recipients, it’s an acknowledgement of their tireless efforts to do the same and a much-needed financial boost to help further their missions. If you’d like to nominate a non-profit organization for the Dyer Difference Award, please visit www. dyerdifference.org or find Dyer Difference on Facebook.

Boca Raton Airport Authority Hosts Sixth Annual Back to School Supply Drive

Back to school is just around the corner! To help prepare students for the upcoming school year, the Boca Raton Airport Authority (BRAA) hosted its sixth annual Back to School (B2S) Supply Drive in collaboration with the Spirit of Giving Network. This year, the BRAA is proud to announce that the B2S Supply Drive collected approximately $15,000 in school supplies to help students in Palm Beach County prepare for school. The annual drive ensures that students have access to essential school supplies, such as backpacks, notebooks, pencils, and hygiene products, setting them up for a successful academic year.

The drive was a tremendous success due to the generosity of BRAA staff and tenants, including Boomers, Atlantic Aviation, Signature Flight Support, Privaira, Fairfield Inn and Suites, Reliable Jet Maintenance, Boca Aircraft Maintenance, Boca Aircraft Owners and Civil Air Patrol, who joined forces with other local businesses and community members. The BRAA would like to extend a special thank you to ADT Security Services who contributed 3 separate donations to the drive with an estimated value of $10,000.

“This is our sixth year hosting the Back-toSchool Supply Drive at the Airport, it is always a great honor to collaborate with our tenants and

the local community to get Palm Beach County students prepared for the new school year,” said BRAA Executive Director Clara Bennett.

“I am grateful to be a part of such a generous community that has made this drive a success every year.”

To commemorate the success of the B2S Supply Drive, the BRAA organized an Appreciation Ice Cream Social as a gesture of gratitude towards all those who contributed to the drive. Over 100 attendees, including airport staff, tenants, and esteemed BRAA Board members, enjoyed sweet treats and celebrated the collective achievements. The BRAA remains committed to fostering a sense of unity within the community and looks forward to future opportunities to support causes that uplift and enrich the lives of those it serves.

The Spirit of Giving Network, Inc. is a registered 401(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children and families in Palm Beach County. With a vision of creating more unified, vibrant communities, the Spirit of Giving Network hosts various community-focused projects, including the Back to School Bash, Holiday Gift Drive, Boca Raton Bowl, and Community Spirit Race. To learn about available opportunities to support their initiatives, please visit www.spiritofgivingnetwork.com.

CP Group Announces Its 8th Annual Community Tree Lighting and Holiday Extravaganza

The “most wonderful time of the year” will officially kick off in Boca Raton when CP Group lights the 40-foot Christmas tree amongst all who live, work, play, and visit the city at the first free and open-to-the-public Community Tree Lighting & Holiday Extravaganza of the 2023 holiday season. This year’s event will feature WPTV’s First Alert Chief Meteorologist Steve Weagle as emcee and offers fun for the whole family, complete with a Santa meet and greet and the return of live reindeer. The popular yuletide tradition is set for Thursday, November 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at its Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC) on Yamato Road at 5000 T-Rex Avenue in Boca Raton with free parking (hundreds of spaces).

As eventgoers enter BRiC’s spectacular winter wonderland of memory-making fun, activities, selfie and group photo opportunities, and food, they will experience an illuminated “Snowflake Lane.” All are in joyful anticipation of the lighting of the evening’s centerpiece, the bedecked 40-foot Christmas tree adorned with thousands of twinkling LED lights and hundreds of ornaments. Crowd-pleasing interactive entertainment will be led by Celebrity DJ/Emcee Dennis Michael Stelling (who has opened for John Mayer and others) following community choir, acapella, and dance performances. As has been the tradition for the last seven years, the event benefits Spirit of Giving’s Annual Holiday Gift Drive, bringing holiday cheer to 6,000+ underprivileged children, and the Junior League of Boca Raton. Boca Raton Magazine is the exclusive magazine sponsor.

Eventgoers will enjoy*:

Meet-and-greet with Santa and his live reindeer! Santa’s official photographer will capture the moments and free print out commemorative photos for eventgoers to take home.

Festive Countdown to the 2023 Official Christmas Tree Lighting, flipping the switch onthousands of twinkling LED lights that showcase hundreds of dazzling ornaments.

Santa’s Workshop, a kid-friendly tented area with free holiday-inspired children’s activities led by ArtNEST Studios and letters to Santa organized by Boca Raton Historical Society & The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum.

LED Cirque Performers, on-stage and roaming, featuring mesmerizing levels of risk balancing and a Hula Hoop contortionist spinning with over 30 Hula Hoops and juggling.

12-foot-high Holiday Bounce House

Family Play at the Farm Animal Petting Zoo features over 20 sheep, goats, chickens, ducks, bunnies, cows, and more.

Face Painting

Holiday-themed performances by:

West Boca Raton Community High School Choral: CALLIOPE,an auditioned treble ensemble composed of students in grades 10-12 under the direction of Choral Director Catherine Briggs and with support from Nat King Cole Generation Hope, a local nonprofit working to provide access to music education for children with the greatest need.

Grandview Preparatory School music students under the direction of Carrie Furman AcaPride, an acapella ensemble of students in grades 6-12 performing holiday pop choir arrangements in three-part harmony.

Extensions,an audition-based ensemble consisting of upper school and middle school students performing pop, jazz, and classical choir arrangements in

three- to five-part harmony.

Organic Movements Dance School featuringa talented troupe ofclassically trained ballet students presenting a magical selection from its upcoming seasonal production based on the timeless classic, “The Nutcracker.” Food Truck Lane, offering diverse menu options.

Cash and Coffee Bars

*Scheduled programming subject to change

CP Group Director of Communications

Giana Pacinelli reported that should inclement weather impact the event date, an alternative rain date is set for the next day, Friday, November 17. Weather-related updates will be reported on workatbric. com/events and the registration page on Eventbrite, and notices will be sent to all registrants. RSVP on Eventbrite is encouraged to ensure guests receive updates should the event date be moved. VIP tickets typically sell out, so secure yours while they are available.

“We are thrilled to launch the holiday season in Boca Raton with our eighth annual marquee tree lighting and festivities at BRiC. We look forward to raising the bar this year with added entertainment and activities, though our biggest selling point continues to be our thousands of free parking spots,” Pacinelli said. “As the season’s essence is giving back, we anticipate surpassing our fundraising goals this year with increased attendance. We aim to spread holiday cheer and happiness along with the community.”

General admission is free with an unwrapped new toy or monetary donation to Spirit of Giving (SOG), collected upon drive-through check-in entry to support the nonprofit’s Annual Holiday Gift Drive, which brings holiday cheer to 6,000+ underprivileged children throughout Palm Beach County. The SOG network creates alliances with nonprofit organizations by sharing resources and providing education to strengthen our communities.

Eventgoers may also celebrate within a ticketed VIP hospitality tent with refreshments and a special Kid’s Zone. VIP tickets are available at $50 per adult and $15 per child (16 years and younger), which includes hospitality tent access; open bar; catered hors d’oeuvres, and other special activations. A “Kids Corner” within the tent will serve children’s treats and beverages, face painting, and more. One hundred percent of VIP ticket sales will benefit the Junior League of Boca Raton, an organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

Owned and operated by CP Group, the largest office landlord in the state, BRiC is the largest single-facility office building in Florida at 1.7 million square feet. Designed by iconic Brutalist architect Marcel Breuer, the campus was originally built in 1969 for IBM and is home to the invention of the first personal computer. CP Group acquired the campus in 2018 with the vision of transforming BRiC into a technology and life sciences hub for the Southeastern United States with unparalleled amenities, including two coffee shops, event space seating up to 1,000, an autonomous grab and go, art exhibitions, and more. Tenants include Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Kroger, Modernizing Medicine, and Canon. For event updates and to RSVP for general admission or purchase VIP Tent tickets, visit https://CPGrouptreelighting2023.eventbrite. com.

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Billie Wyler Named Public Relations Coordinator at The Buzz Agency

Delray Beach, FL – The Buzz Agency, a leading South Florida public relations agency, has expanded its Delray Beachbased team, naming Billie Wyler as Public Relations Coordinator.

Wyler is a recent Tulane University graduate with a B.A. in Communications. During her time at Tulane, Wyler served as the Digital Editor and Columnist for the university’s newspaper, Hullabaloo. Wyler will coordinate public relations and social media activity for several agency clients, including American Humane, Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, The Mall at Wellington Green, The Symphonia, YMCA of the Palm Beaches, and others.

Ranked the largest public relations

agency in Palm Beach County according to the 2023 South Florida Business Journal Book of Lists, The Buzz Agency is headquartered in Delray Beach on the ground floor of the Delray Beach Public Library located in the heart of downtown Delray.

Notable agency clients include American Humane, Aviation Week Network, Big Time Restaurant Group, Boca Helping Hands, Boca West Country Club, Delray Beach Public Library, Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, Hanley Foundation, Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, Marriott International Inc, Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens, The Mall at Wellington Green, and others. 833-969-0280

Enrollment Now Open for the Fuller Academy, Early Childhood Education, and Afterschool Programs at Fuller Center

Designed to enable kids of all income brackets the opportunity to experience superior, personalized education, the Fuller Center, a not-for-profit organization focused on early childhood development, has space available in its private elementary school, the Fuller Academy, on the organization’s West Campus at 10130 185th Street South, Boca Raton.

The certified Choice school serves kindergarten through third grade students and features a customized curriculum that follows B.E.S.T. (Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking) standards and practices. Annual tuition is $8,500 – one of the most affordable private schools in the region – with Step Up Scholarships also available for those who qualify.

“Children of all incomes should be able to access top notch education, and the Fuller Academy provides a private school education for an affordable tuition,” said Ellyn Okrent, CEO of the Fuller Center. “Furthermore, our preschool and afterschool programs offer a nurturing, educational, and safe place for the children of working families.”

Fuller Academy follows the Palm Beach County School District calendar, operating Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Early drop-off and afterschool programs are available. Breakfast and lunch are provided, and physical education, arts and science, and field trips are included. Transportation from the East Campus to the West Campus will be available daily.

In addition, the Fuller Center’s preschool program still has spots available on both campuses in east and west Boca Raton. As the most affordable NAEYC-accredited early

childhood education center in Boca Raton, it serves children from six weeks old through five years old. The Center is open from 7:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday year-round, with the exception of national holidays, and the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided daily, and field trips for children four years and older are included in the cost of tuition. This program is certified for Early Head Start, Head Start, ELC, and VPK. Parent direct pay is also available.

The Out-of-School-Time Program, also available on both campuses in east and west Boca Raton, is also enrolling students on both campuses. It provides a safe and enriching environment for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. The afterschool program is open Monday through Friday from 2:30 PM until 5:30 PM and from 7:30 PM to 5:30 PM on non-school days and during spring, summer, and winter break. The program provides a healthy snack, dinner, homework assistance, and extracurricular activities like fishing, ballet, computers, music, and field trips, along with year-round academic support and mentoring. Afterschool transportation is available to the East Campus from JC Mitchell, Boca Elementary, Addison Mizner, and AD Henderson and to the West Campus from Whispering Pines, Coral Sunset, Morikami, Sandpiper Shores, Sunrise Park, and Waters Edge (children attending Morikami must board bus at Whispering Pines for transportation to West Campus).

To learn more, please contact Mio Vazquez at mvazquez@fullercenterfl.org or at (561)-482-3006, ext. 124.

Chiera Family Foundation Supports Summer Camp for Children with Cancer

With summer camp in full swing, the Chiera Family Foundation was proud to present a check this month for $200,000 to Camp Boggy Creek in Eustis, FL. Thanks to the organization’s 30th Anniversary Gala fundraiser and Golf Classic in April, The Chiera Family Foundation was able to donate their largest check to date. In addition to supporting Camp Boggy Creek’s one-week camp for kids with cancer called N.I.C.K.’s (Nothing is Impossible for Cancer Kids) Camp, the foundation also provides college scholarships and teaches kids battling cancer how to golf and ice skate.

Dan Jurman, President and CEO of Camp Boggy Creek, said, “The Chiera Family Foundation has directly helped Camp Boggy Creek change the lives of thousands of children with a cancer diagnosis over the years. Their most recent gift of $200,000 will continue to reach

more and more children who truly need the transformational experience of Camp in their lives. On behalf of our campers, their families, and Camp Boggy Creek, THANK YOU! We could not create this magic without you.”

This year marked the 30th year that the Chiera Family Foundation has donated to Boggy Creek. Board Member/ Trustee Lou Chiera noted, “We are so excited to see kids going back to camp after COVID. The smiles on their faces and seeing them have a summer of fun just like other kids is the reason why our foundation was founded.”

This year’s summer camp ran from July 6 to July 10, for kids ages 7 to 16. Chiera Family Foundation, in addition to their donation, provided the travel bus and T-shirts for the children. Coral Ridge Country Club generously donated lunches for the week’s camp.

YMCA of the Palm Beaches

Appoints Matthew Komma as Director of Finance

The YMCA of the Palm Beaches has appointed Matthew Komma as its new Director of Finance, overseeing all aspects of the organizations’ financial operations, including its multi-million dollar capital campaign initiative for a new location, in partnership with Palm Beach County, at Lake Lytal Park.

Komma joined the YMCA after seven years as Chief Financial Officer at the Palm Beach Transportation Planning

Agency in West Palm Beach. Prior to that, he served as Manager of Operations at BioZone Scientific International, Inc. in Orlando. Komma is an experienced leader with over 13 years’ directing domestic and international finance and operations. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics, summa cum laude, as well as his MBA in Finance Specialization, both from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach.

Palm Beach County Encourages

Residents and Visitors to Be Safe from the Heat and Take Advantage of Cool Spaces

The Importance of Being Prepared for Hurricane Season: Safeguarding Lives and Property

Hurricane season brings with it a formidable force of nature that can wreak havoc on communities, leaving behind a trail of destruction. With the increasing frequency and intensity of hurricanes in recent years, it has become more crucial than ever to prioritize preparedness. Taking proactive measures and being well-prepared can significantly minimize the risks associated with these powerful storms and safeguard lives, property, and the overall well-being of affected regions. In this article, we will explore the importance of being prepared for hurricane season and highlight key steps individuals and communities can take to mitigate the impact of these natural disasters.

Palm Beach County encourages all residents and visitors to practice heat safety during these hot and humid days. As the National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect through the weekend, heat index values will continue to rise to the 105°-110° range during the afternoon hours.

The Heat Index is the apparent temperature, or “what the temperature feels like to the human body when relative humidity is combined with the air temperature.” This can lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke illnesses.

To prevent heat related illnesses:

· Never leave children, vulnerable adults, or pets in a parked car – Temperatures in a parked car can rise quickly which can cause death for children, vulnerable adults, or pets. If you see a person or pet in a parked vehicle on a hot day, call 9-1-1 immediately.

· Limit time outside – avoid being outside

during the midday heat and spend more time inside when possible

· Utilize public spaces – take advantage of public spaces with air conditioning when possible. Use this time to read a book or surf the internet at one of the great library locations within the county (County Library map attached); visit a local park or neighborhood splash pad, a public or community pool, your local community center or neighborhood clubhouse. Even plan your shopping for the middle of the day to stay cool when it is hottest out.

· Stay hydrated – drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty

· Do not get too much sun – apply sunscreen if you are going to be in the sun.

City Staff Makes Hurricane Preparations

City staff from across all departments works hard to plan and prepare for severe storms and hurricanes throughout the entire year. As we approach the beginning of hurricane season, staff has completed the following work:

Tree trimming in City parks and public places - This reduces the potential for falling vegetation, clogged drains, and waste pickup, and keeps branches away from powerlines.

Annual Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Hurricane Season Exercise

- City leadership and staff recently completed this training to be better prepared for a potential storm impacting our area.

Drainage Improvement Projects

- Multiple projects have been completed across the City in areas where water tends to collect. These areas are determined through continual monitoring and resident feedback.

Preserving Lives: The safety and well-being of individuals should be the utmost priority when facing an impending hurricane. Being prepared allows individuals to have the necessary resources, knowledge, and plans in place to protect themselves and their loved ones. From evacuation plans to emergency supply kits, early preparation ensures that vital necessities such as food, water, medications, and first-aid supplies are readily available. Understanding evacuation routes and having designated meeting points can help prevent chaos during evacuation efforts. Furthermore, keeping informed through reliable sources and heeding official warnings can enable individuals to take appropriate actions promptly, potentially saving lives.

Minimizing Property Damage: Hurricanes pose a significant threat to property, with high winds, torrential rainfall, storm surges, and flying debris causing substantial destruction. Preparedness measures can significantly reduce the impact of these forces. Securing or reinforcing windows, doors, and roofs, trimming trees near buildings, and securing outdoor items can prevent potential damage. Additionally, having adequate insurance coverage and documenting valuable possessions through photographs or videos can simplify the post-storm recovery process. Being prepared also involves having an emergency fund to cover immediate expenses and arranging for temporary accommodation if necessary.

Enhancing Community Resilience:

A community’s preparedness plays a vital role in effectively responding to and recovering from a hurricane. Local authorities, organizations, and residents must work together to create comprehensive emergency plans, establish communication networks, and organize evacuation procedures. Educating the community about the risks and necessary precautions empowers individuals to take action and be proactive in their preparedness efforts. Community initiatives such as neighborhood watch programs, mutual assistance networks, and emergency response training can strengthen the collective resilience of a community, enabling them to withstand the challenges of a hurricane and recover more swiftly.

Economic Stability:

Beyond the immediate impact on lives and property, hurricanes can have long-lasting effects on the economy of affected regions. By being prepared, businesses can minimize disruption, protect their assets, and ensure the safety of their employees. Proactive measures such as backing up critical data, securing facilities, and developing continuity plans can facilitate a smoother recovery and reduce financial losses. Moreover, the collective preparedness of a community can expedite the post-disaster recovery process, allowing businesses to resume operations sooner and aid in the overall economic stability of the region.

The importance of being prepared for hurricane season cannot be overstated. It is a responsibility shared by individuals, communities, and authorities alike. By prioritizing proactive measures, such as creating emergency plans, assembling supply kits, and staying informed, we can mitigate the impact of hurricanes, preserve lives, and safeguard our property. Preparation fosters resilience, strengthens communities, and enhances economic stability, enabling us to navigate the challenges posed by these natural disasters more effectively. Let us embrace the power of preparedness and work together to build a safer and more resilient future for all.

The Jim Moran Foundation Awards Fuller Center Grant to Secure Future for Affordable Community Child Care and Early Education

The Jim Moran Foundation recently awarded a two-year grant totaling $90,000 in support of the Child Care & Early Education Workforce Development Initiative at the Fuller Center.

The Workforce Development Initiative was created by Fuller Center to increase the low number of early education professionals as the demand for child care rises – a problem widely reported as the “national child care crisis.” The Jim Moran Foundation’s support is a recognition of the positive impact of this program in providing a career pathway for early learning educators in the South Palm Beach County area. The Initiative will prepare passionate individuals to pursue rewarding careers in early education by recruiting from trusted schools and partner agencies, providing individuals the opportunity to learn hands-on in the classroom with the guidance of an assigned teacher mentor, and supporting them as they earn their credentials.

“Quality, affordable child care and early education are becoming nearly impossible to find, because it’s become near-

ly impossible to make a living as a child care and early education professional,” said Ellyn Okrent, CEO of Fuller Center. “This hurts not only the children and their families, but also our economy by removing countless hardworking parents from the workforce and sending them back into the home – and for many, back into poverty. This makes The Jim Moran Foundation’s investment in the Workforce Development Initiative especially impactful. We all have a stake in ensuring the future of child care and early education. Tomorrow begins today.”

The Jim Moran Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life for the youth and families of Florida through the support of innovative programs and opportunities that meet the ever-changing needs of the community. The Foundation has invested more than $230 million in education, elder care, family strengthening, and youth transitional living initiatives since its inception in 2000, with efforts currently focused in Broward, Palm Beach, and Duval counties.

Obon Weekend Floats into Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach will host its annual Obon Weekend on August 12-13. Obon is a traditional Japanese festival and holiday that holds significant cultural and spiritual importance. It is observed to honor and commemorate the spirits of one’s ancestors. The two-day holiday celebration will include “Launch the Lantern,” an intimate fundraiser dinner featuring a floating lantern celebration to honor the spirits of one’s ancestors.

Obon Weekend

Saturday and Sunday, August 12-13

10am – 5pm

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Owls Unveil Schedule for First AAC Season

A new era is dawning upon Florida Atlantic University athletics, where the men’s and women’s cross country teams will join the fun as they begin their first season competing in the American Athletic Conference in the fall of 2023.

The Florida Atlantic University men’s and women’s cross country teams have unveiled their 2023 fall schedule, beginning with their only home meet of the year and culminating in their first American Athletic Conference Championships, followed by the NCAA South Regionals.

The Owls will be led by head coach Alex Smolka entering his 23rd year at the helm of the cross country program.

“We are super excited for our first season in the AAC,” said coach Smolka. “With the help of our administration, we have put together a cross country schedule which we think will help us be as competitive as possible during the championship segment of our season.”

The season kicks off with the ninth annual FAU Cross Country Invitational on Friday, September 1, to be held at Boca Raton’s South County

Regional Park beginning at 6:30 p.m.. The Owls will look to build off their momentum from their 2022 home meet, headlined by Casey O’Connor finishing in second place with a time of 18:22 that earned her Conference USA Athlete of the Week.

Florida Atlantic will then head up to Gainesville, where they will compete in an NCAA Preview Meet hosted by the University of Florida, to be held on Friday, September 15.

After a two week rest, both squads will be in the state capital of Tallahassee to compete in Florida State’s XC Invitational on Friday, September 29.

On Saturday, October 14, the women’s team will participate in the East Carolina Invitational in Grimesville, North Carolina, a preview of the AAC championships to come.

The big moment will arrive on Saturday, October 28, where both squads will take the trip back to Grimesville to compete in their first AAC championships.

Following the championships, the Owls will return to Gainesville to take part in the NCAA South Regionals, held on Friday, November 10.

Owls Inaugural 2023 AAC Campaign Set

Florida Atlantic Volleyball announced the 2023 schedule on Friday, highlighted by 16 home matches inside Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena.

“We are very excited to announce our 2023 schedule as we move into the American Athletic Conference,” said head coach Fernanda Nelson. “Our preseason schedule will prepare us to compete hard in conference play. The AAC is a high-level conference, and we are ready for the challenge.”

Florida Atlantic will open the 2023 season at home, hosting Holy Cross, UMKC, and FDU for the FAU Invitational on Aug. 25-26.

The Owls will face their first road test of the season on Aug. 28 as they head down to Coral Gables to take on Miami.

Florida Atlantic will then hit the road on Sept. 1-2 for their first road tournament of the season, competing at Miami University’s tournament against Cleveland State, Eastern Kentucky, and host Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.

The Owls will then return home to host their second and final home tournament of the fall, welcoming Incarnate Word, Youngstown State, and Bethune-Cookman for the Owls Paradise Classic on Sept. 8-9.

Florida Atlantic’s non-conference slate will come to a close on Sept. 15-16 as the Owls return to the Sunshine State and head west to Fort Myers to compete in FGCU’s tournament, taking on FGCU, Maryland, and Le Moyne College.

The Owls will begin their inaugural season

FAU Athletics Doubles Fundraising, Reaches $15.3 Million

Florida Atlantic University’s athletics department concluded the fiscal year ending on June 30, 2023, with totals more than doubling the previous year’s fundraising efforts, announced FAU’s vice president and director of athletics Brian White, on Thursday. Donor Graphic 202324 FAU athletics raised $15.3 million dollars and gained 503 new donors between July 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023. Not only was 2022-23 a banner year with seven gifts totaling six or seven figures, but it also closed out a five-year span accumulating a total of 30 six or seven figure gifts since 2018, a record number over any previous five-year span.

“We couldn’t be more grateful for the

incredible generosity of our donors,” said vice president and director of athletics Brian White. “Their philanthropic contributions have become the cornerstone of our success. Our donors have invested not only in our student-athletes, but also in the vision of our athletics department. This generosity helps us provide a first-class experience for our student-athletes, coaches and administrators. We can’t thank our donors enough for their support. I would also like to thank our Paradise Club team, under the leadership of Michael Graffin and his exceptional team of Alvin Hines and Haiden Nagel, who have worked tirelessly to make this happen.”

in the American on Sept. 20 as they head to the Lone Star State to take on a familiar opponent in North Texas. Florida Atlantic will host Temple for a pair of matches to open up the Owls home conference schedule on Sept. 23-24, before closing out September on the road at ECU on Sept. 29-30.

The Owls will open up October in Paradise, hosting Tulsa on Oct. 6 and SMU on Oct. 8, before heading to the Lone Star State to face off against Rice on Oct. 13. Florida Atlantic will then head to Birmingham, Alabama for back-toback contests against UAB on Oct. 20 & 21.

The Owls will then return home for a fourgame home stretch, welcoming Wichita State on Oct. 27, UTSA on Oct. 29, before opening the month of November with back-to-back games against Memphis on Nov. 3 & 4.

Florida Atlantic then heads to Charlotte for a pair of matchups against Charlotte on Nov. 10 & 11, before returning to Paradise for the last time during the regular season to host back-toback matchups against USF for senior weekend on Nov. 16 & 17.

The Owls will conclude the regular season on Nov. 22 in New Orleans, facing off against Tulane in their regular season finale.

The 2023 American Athletic Conference Champion is determined by regular season conference standings. The 2023 NCAA Championship will begin on Nov. 30 and concluding with the National Championship on Dec. 17 in Tampa, Florida.

Tomlin and Arnold Tabbed as PBA Men’s Soccer Assistants

The Palm Beach Atlantic men’s soccer team has named their two assistant coaches ahead of their upcoming 2023 season naming Rob Tomlin and Pete Arnold.

Tomlin will be elevated to the lead assistant for head coach Lucas Martorana after serving as an assistant coach last season for the Sailfish and spending his final playing season with PBA in 2021. He appeared in 16 games during his senior season and played nearly 600 minutes on the year before moving on to the Charlotte Independence in the USL League Two. “I am looking forward to the challenge in a new role at this great program, and competing in one of the toughest conferences in the country,” said Tomlin.

“Rob has been a fantastic addition to the staff,” said Martorana. “He has a great background at the NCAA DII and SSC level and learned so much the past several years here at PBA. His desire to learn and improve is top and his attitude is all in for the players, program, and campus community. He’s an exciting young coach with a bright future.”

Pete Arnold joined the ‘Fish after their

Tomlin and Arnold Tabbed as PBA Men’s Soccer Assistants

2022 season and has worked with the squad throughout the spring season. He will work primarily with the goalkeepers as he played at the University of Indianapolis and Coastal Carolina. After his playing career, Arnold served as the goalkeeper coach for the Chanticleers during the 2021 season. “I am really looking forward to the start of the season with such a talented and committed group of players,” said Arnold. “I am confident that we will achieve great things together.”

“Coach Pete joined us this past spring, and immediately injected a great energy and attitude into the program,” said Martorana. “He has a great background and combines that with a tireless work ethic and can-do mentality. He has been a key addition for the goalkeepers, set pieces, and overall development of the program.”

The Sailfish begin their season on Sep. 2 when they travel to St. Augustine to face Flagler. PBA is coming off an 8-5-2 season and will look to get back into the postseason after missing for the first time since 2015.

The Palm Beach Atlantic women’s lacrosse team had four individuals earn accolades as Kelly Lyons, Hunter Levinson, Mattie Davis, and Katie Caras were named to the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association honor roll today.

The IWLCA honored 414 student-athletes from 61 different institutions on the 2023 IWLCA Division II Academic Honor Roll. To be eligible for this honor, student-athletes must be a junior, senior, or graduate student and have earned a cumulative academic grade point average of 3.50 or greater.

Lyons graduated this year after spending four years at PBA, finishing with a 3.7 GPA in Marketing. She was named a four-times to the Sunshine State Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll and an IWLCA Scholar-Athlete in 2022. The Cincinnati, Ohio native appeared in 31 games in her career, scoring ten goals and recording seven assists.

Levinson is entering her fourth year at PBA and carries a 3.87 GPA heading into next season as an athletic junior. She has started 20 of the 24 games in her career with the Sailfish scoring nine goals and recording five assists. The Frederick, Maryland native has been named to the SSC Commissioner’s

Honor Roll twice.

A transfer from Jacksonville after her freshman year, Davis has spent the last two seasons with the ‘Fish starting 21 of the 29 games she has appeared in. The North Carolina native has been named to the SSC Commissioner’s Honor Roll twice. She has scored nine goals and recorded two assists in her time at PBA as she heads into her senior season.

Caras has been one of the top players in PBA program history on and off the field during her four years with the Sailfish. She carries a 3.9 GPA as a nursing major and while being a day one starter on the field starting 45 of her 46 games. She led the team in ground balls and caused turnovers and has compiled 76 and 37 respectively over four years. The Pennsylvania native has been named to the SSC Commissioner’s Honor Roll four times and won the 2020-21 D2 ADA Academic Achievement Award.

Levinson, Davis, and Caras are all set to return next season for the Sailfish and will be major contributors for head coach Katy Richardson as she enters her third season for the Sailfish.