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THEME: FICTIONAL FELINES

ACROSS

1. A long way off 5. Basketball org. 8. *Dr. Seuss’ cat headgear

11. Elbow-wrist connection

12. Showing signs of use

13. Legal excuse

15. “The ____ Show” (1976-1980)

16. Black and white cookie

17. Pall ____ and ____ of America

18. *Halle Berry’s 2004 role

20. Small island

21. In advance

22. Santa ____ winds

23. *Bouncy, trouncy, flouncy, pouncy one 26. Orbital extremes

30. Half and half

31. Casual top

34. Clerk’s call

35. Fortuneteller’s props

37. Pub offering

38. *Berlioz, Toulouse and ____ of “Aristocats”

39. ____perspirant

40. Silo contents

42. Philosophical system

43. More zestful

45. Army’s offensives

47. Blast maker, acr.

48. “____ Line Is It Anyway?”

50. Long, long time

52. *Lewis Carroll’s smiley ____ Cat

55. Star Wars attacker

56. First rate (2 words)

57. Foolish

59. Jaws of Life manufacturer

60. *Cereal-praising tiger

61. Lake north of Cleveland

62. Comedian Schumer

63. Health resort

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64. Communists, slangily DOWN

1. Summer mo.

2. Flocculant, for short

3. Actress Kendrick

4. Riffraff

5. ____ Jean Baker

6. Certain pudding ingredient

7. Happening soon, old fashioned

8. Ant construction

9. Competent

10. ____ the season!

12. Suitors

13. Type of acid

14. *Garfield’s favorite food

19. Sharpens

22. Bldg unit

23. November birthstone

24. Lacking sense

25. Hanukkah coins

26. Atlas stat

27. Chilling

28. Be

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29. Champagne flute part, pl.

32. Whisker

33. Not well

36. *What three little kittens lost

38. Decent person, in Yiddish

40. Between game and match

41. “____ Goosey Gander”

44. Magazine’s special feature

46. Kidnapper

48. What pertussis patients do

49. Temporary tattoo ink

50. Class reunion attendee

51. With bloodshed

52. *A. L. Webber musical

53. One in a million

54. Children’s author Blyton

55. Repeated Cuban dance step

58. An affirmative

COMMUNITY

Spady Museum Celebrates Juneteenth with Delray Chamber House Party, Outdoor Installation with New Artists

Boca Raton, FL – July 1, 2025 – On June 19, 1865, news of freedom made its way to Galveston, Texas, where enslaved people were finally informed of their emancipation by Union troops — more than two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed into law.

On June 17 and June 19, 2025, friends of the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum helped commemorate this moment in history by raising funds for the future of Black History education, ensuring that Juneteenth celebrations continue.

On June 17, the Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce hosted a Juneteenth SPADY HOUSE PARTY, welcoming friends and supporters to Chamber offices for food, music, drinks and warm conversation. Spady Museum Board President Elizabeth Burrows shared with guests the true meaning of the event.

“The Spady House will turn 100 years old in 2026. As the only African-American museum in the county, as of today, we are making sure that the museum stays with us for another 100 years. We are raising $100,000 — or more — for the continuation of our programs, events and exhibits, which serve every resident of Palm Beach County with arts, history, culture and education,” she said. “Please join us in raising funds, so that the House still stands.”

To donate, please visit www.spadymuseum.com.

On June 19, visitors streamed into the Spady Museum to enjoy a new Juneteenth outdoor installation that explored the meanings of Adinkra symbols. Adinkra are visual symbols that represent concepts, proverbs, and aphorisms. Originated from the Gyaman people of Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, Adinkra symbols have been frequently appropriated by other cultures for use in advertising, political propaganda, branding and art — from the Dix-

ie® cup logo to the Tic-Tac-Toe grid.

The installation featured the works of residents and visitors who participated in a five-day workshop, led by museum curatorial consultant Khaulah Nuruddin. Participants learned about the history and meaning of the symbols before creating their own interpretive artwork. Their works are displayed on 8’ x 3’ surfaces, which are hung on the fence that surrounds the museum’s outdoor space.

What is Juneteenth?

On June 19, 1865, the Union sol-

diers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, arrived at Galveston, Texas, with news that the war had ended and that the enslaved were now free. Note that this was two and a half years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, which had become official January 1, 1863. Juneteenth celebrates not only the national day, which is also known as Emancipation Day, but also a corresponding day in Florida’s history. In Florida, Union Brigadier General Edward M. McCook established his headquarters at the Hagner residence, known today as the Knott House, in Tallahassee. Immediately following the Civil War, General McCook was responsible for announcing the Emancipation Proclamation. A series of celebratory events are normally scheduled in Tallahassee on and around May 20. The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum was established in July 2001 by the non-profit organization, EXPANDING AND PRESERVING OUR CULTURAL HERITAGE, INC., a 501(c)3 Florida organization. Located in the 1926 former home of educator Solomon D. Spady, the museum preserves and shares local Black history with Delray Beach Black archives, exhibits, bus tours, walking tours, commemorative events and youth mentoring. Hours: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday-Saturday; all other hours are by appointment. (561) 2798883; wwwspadymuseum.com

Juneteenth Chamber House Party

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Boca Public Art with Centennial Memories

By Marci Shatzman

You might have seen a pop-up studio sign and a flurry of activity in the city’s Wildflower Park on Saturday afternoon.

Boca’s public art coordinator Veronica Hatch, and Boca Raton artist and Florida Atlantic University assistant visual arts professor Laura Tanner were scoping out the all-white building. They were there to take the first steps to covering the surfaces with images integral to Boca Raton as an homage to the city’s 100th anniversary.

On a table were palm fonds, a pine-

apple, a turtle and other items Tanner planned to photograph to get started on this “still life” project, she explained. The images will become a mural by December. Then she’ll start painting the surface of Wildflower Park’s splash pad that a few children were clearly enjoying on a perfect summer day.

The building includes a shaded pavilion with seating and restrooms. https://myboca.us/1773/WildflowerSilver-Palm-Park-Site Officially called Wildflower Park-Silver Palm Park since it’s adjacent to the city’s boat dock, opened to the public in 2022. It has a waterfront view on the Intracoastal Waterway. Two-hour parking and the park entrance are just to the left before the bridge over the Intracoastal, heading east on Palmetto Park Road downtown.

Boca’s former Deputy Mayor Andrea Levine O’Rourke, still an avid public art activist, was there to encourage the city to “activate” Wildflower Park, she said. Pearl City and historic preservation activist Marie Hester said she brought marbles. “Children and adults used to shoot marbles under a tree. They would draw circles in the sand” in Pearl City, now a Boca Raton historic district, Hester said.

Free South Florida Museums this July 4th Weekend

Boca Raton, FL – July 1, 2025 – This July 4th weekend offers an exciting opportunity for South Florida residents to visit several fun, local museums for free.

This weekend, Saturday, July 5th and Sunday, July 6th (as well as the first full weekend of each month), Bank of America cardholders can explore these cultural institutions free of charge as part of their Museums on Us program.

Cox Science Center and Aquarium 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405

Norton Museum of Art 1450 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Ft. Lauderdale

NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale

One East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Museum of Discovery & Science 401 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Miami

HistoryMiami Museum 101 West Flagler St., Miami, FL 33130

Miami Children’s Museum 980 Macarthur Cswy., Miami, FL 33132

Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) 770 NE 125th St., Miami, FL 33161

Pérez Art Museum Miami 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132

The Bass 2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139

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MONDAY MANNA

By: Robert J. Tamasy

Having Clear Values Simplifies DecisionMaking

What influences your decision-making? Is it determining how to maximize gains and minimize losses? Is it expedience, choosing what seems most advantageous for yourself, or for your company or organization? Is it based on appearances – what will present you in the best light to those important to you?

In my years of working with executives and corporate leaders, I found many had at least one document that served as a rudder for guiding their companies. Most had a “mission statement” which articulated what they did – their purpose for existing. Some also had a “vision statement” that expressed where they saw themselves going. Perhaps most revealing of all was a “values statement” that stated underlying principles and values to undergird not only what they did but also how they would do it – and why.

Roy Disney was the brother of the late Walt Disney, the creative genius whose vision ultimately led to the multi-billion-dollar entertainment conglomerate of films, cartoons, TV shows and dazzling theme parks. As co-founder of the Walt Disney Company, Roy Disney stated, “When your values are clear to you, making decisions becomes easier.” To put it another way, in making decisions, pre-determined values should not only direct present and future operations but also serve to eliminate options and enticements that do not align with those values.

This sounds good, but how does articulating the values an individual or company embraces affect actions and decision-making in a practical sense? Values may differ from one person to another, or from one business to the next, but for people who seek to integrate their faith with the work they do every day, one trusted guide should be the Bible – the Word of God. For example:

For establishing priorities. Jesus Christ was asked, “‘What is the greatest commandment…?’” He replied, ‘“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is

like it: “Love your neighbor as yourself” All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments’” (Matthew 22:36-40).

Considering what Jesus declared, how should our business practices reflect these two all-encompassing commands? How should an organization be operated to demonstrate love of God is first and foremost? And how should customers – employees, suppliers, buying customers and clients – be treated to show that we love them as we love ourselves?

For governing behavior. The Ten Commandments, stated twice in the Old Testament (Exodus 20:1-17 and Deuteronomy 5:6-21), itemize specific ways for loving and honoring God as well as interacting with other people in a godly manner. They speak of worship, avoiding idolatry, proper speech, avoiding overwork, reverence for parents, and prohibitions against such things as murder, sexual immorality, theft, dishonesty, and jealously desiring what other people have.

For valuing what God values. What does a godly business or professional person look like? One answer is to value what the Lord values, as stated in Micah 6:8, “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Doing this may be harder than it sounds, but these summarize what He values.

Reflection/Discussion Questions

As you understand it, what is the difference between a mission statement, a vision statement, and a values statement? Does your company or organization have one or more of these? If so, how are they used – if at all?

Have you ever sat down to articulate your personal values, those principles that guide and govern your own actions and decisions? What do you consider to be the values that are honored where you work?

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By: Rick Warren FAITH

Make Up Your Mind to Manage Your Mind

“I have made up my mind to obey your laws forever, no matter what.” Psalm 119:112 (CEV)

The reason why most people are ineffective in life is that they’ve never learned how to fight the battle in their mind.

If you want to learn to manage your mind, you have to be free from destructive thoughts. As I’m sure you’ve figured out by now, that isn’t easy. The Bible says you have three enemies working against you to keep you from making lasting changes in your life.

The first enemy is your old nature.

Paul says in Romans 7:23, “There is another power within me that is at war with my mind. This power makes me a slave to the sin that is still within me” (NLT).

Do you ever find yourself doing things you don’t really want to do? That’s the battle in your mind between your old, sinful nature and your good intentions.

The second enemy is Satan.

Satan cannot force you to do anything, but he can make suggestions, and those suggestions are incredibly powerful. He can use other people, the media, or even just suggest negative thoughts directly in your mind.

The third enemy is the world’s value system.

Does anything in our society encourage self-discipline? Not much. Advertisements tell us, “You deserve a break today” and “Have it your way.”

The Bible says in 1 John 2:16, “For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world” (NIV).

With enemies like that, no wonder we struggle with temptation, discouragement, despair, and failure!

So how do you fight and win this battle? Look at what 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 says: “Though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ” (NIV).

You have a choice when it comes to what you think about—and your mind has to listen to you! Make this verse your life motto: “I have made up my mind to obey your laws forever, no matter what” (Psalm 119:112 CEV).

Talk It Over

Do you believe following God’s instructions brings freedom and enjoyment to your life? Why or why not?

What does Satan use in your life specifically to keep you focused on destructive thoughts and behaviors?

What steps can you take to memorize Scripture so that you can more effectively fight the battles in your mind?

COLUMNIST

MEDICARE MOMENTS

By: Toni King

Warning: Medicare advice from friends can be costly!

I met with you in late 2024 for a Toni Says personalized Medicare consultation. I have a quick question regarding travel outside the United States because I’m planning a trip to Greece in a few months. A friend recently gave me Medicare advice that now has me very confused. She told me that some Medicare Plans, such as Plan F, give foreign travel medical coverage, but others such as Plan G, which I have chosen, do not. Is that true?

Do you have any recommendations about how I can get reasonable medical coverage for my trip? Thanks, Toni.

–Lee Anne from Dallas

Lee Anne:

Your friend is dead wrong and what she told you is not accurate.

Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans F and G (as well as C, D, M and N) cover the same limited amount of emergency foreign travel, an added perk that Medicare does not cover. This foreign travel coverage pays for emergency care if it begins during the first 60 days of your trip. It has a $250 deductible, and thereafter the Medicare Supplement plan only pays 80%, up to a lifetime maximum benefit of $50,000. You pay 20% and any amounts over the $50,000 lifetime maximum.

Who knows what an air ambulance from Greece will cost? My recommendation to you, Lee Anne, is to talk with your travel or insurance agent or explore online for true travelers’ insurance that will take care of your medical needs in all countries all over the world. Not all travel insurance plans include medical coverage, so it’s important to read the plan’s conditions and restrictions.

Remember that Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans only take care of medical and prescription drug expenses in the United States. So be sure

you bring enough of your prescription medication while you are overseas, or you will have to pay out-of-pocket.

Lee Anne, your Plan-F-recommending friend is apparently unaware that the plan is no longer even available for those enrolling in Medicare Part A after January 1, 2020. (Chapter 3 of my book “Medicare Survival Guide Advanced” edition discusses the rules of enrolling in Medicare Supplements.) For those who are currently enrolled in a Medicare Supplement Plan F, their Plan F will be grandfathered. Although “grandfathered” means that they may keep the plan, no one really knows what the future rate increases will be like.

Here is a surprise for your friend: Medicare Supplement Plan G has taken Medicare Plan F’s place. Another plan, called Medicare Plan N, will be the lower-premium plan with higher out-ofpocket costs.

Here are the main differences between Medicare Supplement Plan G and Plan N:

— Plan G offers lower rates and the same Medicare benefits as Plan F except the Medicare Part B deductible is not covered and will be paid for by the enrolled Medicare beneficiary (you) out-of-pocket. The Part B deductible for 2025 is $257.

— Plan N, generally, has lower premiums than Plan G with higher out-ofpocket costs. There is a $20 co-pay for a doctor’s visit and $50 co-pay for the emergency room. Part B deductible is not covered, and, in addition, Part B excess charges are not paid for by the insurance company (which Plan G covers).

Lee Anne, your friend, is giving Medicare advice while having no idea of what a Medicare Supplement covers. Unfortunately, this is not the first time that a friend has misled someone over their Medicare option, and it won’t be the last.

SOLVITUR AMBULANDO

By: Douglas G Logan

No, My Lord

The last couple of days have compelled me to spout my views on current events, particularly the tinder box in the Middle East. I fully expected push-back from some friends, and got it. What I didn’t expect was a give and take with a member of the Catholic clergy, a Monsignor, no less.

Now, I am not necessarily anti-clerical. I just am unable to merely give someone an intellectual pass simply because of their vestments or honorifics. I have a particular hair in my craw saying the word Monsignor. It is the apocoptic form of the Italian, Monsignore, meaning “my lord”. That title, for me, at least, is reserved for heavenly beings, and I am not prone to use it for fellow recipients of Original Sin.

The dude is still dead wrong, regardless of what he calls himself.

Today I will probably get pushback from another quarter. The past hours have been Trump at his best. He seized the right moment to call for

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a cease fire. He came down hard on both sides when both sides violated it. He gave Bibi an earful. Let’s hope this stand-down has legs. I’m hopeful. Short-term the National Security of the US, and peace in this world has been enhanced by the degradation of Iran’s capacity to export terrorism and their ability to construct a nuclear weapon. But it’s not over. The more important work of diplomacy lies ahead. I hope the administration, and particularly Rubio, has the patience to get a lasting deal out of this. But Trump deserves credit today for competent and timely statesmanship.

One last thought. Trump’s anger towards Bibi’s recklessness is palpable. The same anger many of us felt over his cruel and inhumane acts in Gaza. Then, we were called Anti Semitic by the gang in the red caps. I wonder if they are calling Trump the same thing over his epithets to Netanyahu? Probably not.

By: Clay Jones

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FAU Foundation Board Welcomes New Members

Boca Raton, FL – July 2, 2025 –Florida Atlantic University’s Foundation Board of Directors welcomed Zachary “Zach” Berg ’97, ’00, Michael Yoon ’96 and Thomas “Tommy” Zeichman ’09 to its board. The new board members were recently approved by the FAU Board of Trustees, and each will serve a three-year term.

“The foundation board’s mission is to create opportunity through philanthropy to support Florida Atlantic’s students, faculty and programs,” said Brian Poulin, FAU Foundation Board chair. “Through this meaningful work, we are transforming the lives of those impacted by our generous donors.”

Berg is partner and managing director of wealth management for G2G Wealth Management at Steward Partners. Previously, he worked for J.P. Morgan, First Republic Investment Management, and Credit Suisse. He received his MBA and bachelor’s degree in political science from FAU. Berg also served on leadership boards for Leadership Palm Beach County and Take Stock in Children, as well as previously on the FAU Foundation Board. While on the FAU Foundation Board, Berg served on several committees, including as chair of the investment and real estate committees.

Yoon is the senior vice president

and investment director of institutional asset management for PNC Bank. Previously, he worked for Smith Barney Citigroup and BNY Mellon. He earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from FAU. Yoon is currently on the board of KidsVoice and previously served as a limited purpose member of the FAU Foundation Board’s investment committee.

Zeichman is a partner for the law firm, Beighley, Myrick, Udell, Lynne, Zeichman, P.A. He earned a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts and sciences from FAU’s Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College. Zeichman has served as chair on

the FAU Alumni Association Board, the Wilkes Honors College Advisory Board, and the FAU Foundation Board as an ex-officio member.

The FAU Foundation Board also added Ettore “Eddie” Ventice as a limited purpose director to the investment committee, and reappointed Daniel Joseph ’11 and Richard “Rick” Stone to the board.

The FAU Foundation Board is comprised of dedicated alumni and friends of the university who volunteer their time and expertise to oversee fundraising efforts and manage the foundation’s assets. The FAU Foundation, Inc., con-

nects private philanthropy to powerful possibilities. Operating under the Division of Institutional Advancement, the 501(c)3 nonprofit foundation is a faithful fiduciary and trusted steward of donors’ gifts and wishes.

For more information, visit fauf. fau.edu.

Florida Atlantic University, established in 1961, officially opened its doors in 1964 as the fifth public university in Florida. Today, Florida Atlantic serves more than 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students across six campuses located along the Southeast Florida coast. In recent years, the University has doubled its research expenditures and outpaced its peers in student achievement rates. Through the coexistence of access and excellence, Florida Atlantic embodies an innovative model where traditional achievement gaps vanish. Florida Atlantic is designated as a Hispanic-serving institution, ranked as a top public university by U.S. News & World Report, and holds the designation of “R1: Very High Research Spending and Doctorate Production” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Florida Atlantic shares this status with less than 5% of the nearly 4,000 universities in the United States. For more information, visit www.fau.edu.

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Annual FAU Schmidt College of Medicine White Coats-4-Care

Fundraiser Presented by The Addison

Set for Tuesday, August 12, at The Addison

Boca Raton, FL – July 1, 2025 – As Florida Atlantic University’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine (CoM) graduated its class of 2025, the College announces plans for its 15th Annual White Coats-4-Care (WC4C) fundraising reception presented by The Addison. Hosted to welcome the College’s incoming class of 80 future physicians, increase scholarship funds, advance innovation in medical education, support research, and expand community health initiatives – WC4C will be held Tuesday, August 12 at 6 p.m. at The Addison of Boca Raton.

In recognition of CoM’s meaningful work in the Boca Raton community, The Addison has generously awarded the FAU Foundation a Centennial Grant for the CoM’s WC4C initiative through its program created and funded by The Addison to support 10 vital nonprofit missions in commemoration of its 100-year anniversary milestone. Co-chaired by Bonnie and Jon Kaye of Kaye Communications PR & Marketing since WC4C’s inception and supported by a dedicated committee of civic and business leaders, healthcare professionals, and community advocates, the CoM’s signature annual fundraiser helps generate resources to attract, recruit, train, and educate the next generation of humanistic clinicians and scientists.

In addition to raising much-needed scholarship funds and other resources for the incoming class of future physicians, WC4C Co-chairs Bonnie and Jon Kaye note that this year’s event will also help further advance the College’s vision of establishing an academic health presence that fills a critical gap in the healthcare landscape. By doing so, this ensures that Florida’s southeast region receives

B’nai Torah Congregation Invites Community to Join Summer Volunteer Initiatives

the high-quality care it deserves now and well into the future.

According to Dr. Lewis Nelson, the new dean of the only medical school in Palm Beach County, nearly 36% of the medical school’s 2025 graduates chose to remain in Florida for their residency training, playing a vital role in bridging the healthcare workforce gap in the state. Twenty-five percent of the graduating class have chosen to pursue careers in primary care, which includes internal medicine, family medicine, Ob/Gyn, and pediatrics. CoM’s residency and fellowship programs include ACGME-accredited programs in the areas of internal medicine, emergency medicine, psychiatry, neurology, and general surgery and fellowships in cardiology, hospice and palliative care, geriatrics, vascular surgery, and pulmonary disease and critical care medicine. This year’s class of students was selected from 4,620 applicants, with a class mean MCAT score of 516 and, mean GPA of 3.81.

“As we continue to strengthen and expand our student education and clinical programs, initiate more community partnerships and cultivate donor opportunities, our ability to increase healthcare stakeholder and community advocacy, involvement, support, and philanthropy are vital,” Dean Nelson shared. “It is through the success of our annual cornerstone fundraiser — White Coats-4-Care — that together we can make a consequential impact that drives positive change today, and for generations to come.”

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Boca Raton, Florida – July 2, 2025 – B’nai Torah Congregation is calling on the South Florida community to roll up their sleeves and take part in a variety of hands-on volunteer opportunities this summer through its signature Meryl and Ron Gallatin Tzedakah, Learning & Chesed (TLC) Program.

From preparing sandwiches to sharing the joy of reading, the TLC Program offers a wide array of mitzvah (good deed) projects designed to make a real difference in the lives of others — locally and beyond.

“We’ve created a series of opportunities this summer for people of all ages to engage in acts of kindness,” said Summer Faerman, Director of the TLC Program. “Whether it’s your first mitzvah or one of many, there’s something here for everyone who wants to make an impact.”

July TLC Opportunities Include:

Passion for Pages Reading Volunteers

Read children’s books aloud to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Dates: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in July Times: 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Location: Passionate Care Training Center, 951 Broken Sound Parkway, Suite 200, Boca Raton

Sunday Sandwich Making Make 55 sandwiches at home and drop them off to help feed the food insecure.

Dates: Sundays, July 6, 13, 20 and 27

Time: Drop-off at 1 p.m.

Location: St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church, 100 NE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton

VPK Reading Time

Read with preschoolers at Dixie Manor, a public housing complex located in East Boca Raton.

Dates: Fridays, July 11, 18, and 25

Time: 10 to 11 a.m.

Location: Dixie Manor Community Center, 1350 N Dixie Highway, Boca Raton

Assemble care packages filled with essentials for those experiencing homelessness.

Date: Monday, July 21

Time: 12:30 to 1:15 p.m.

Location: B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton Register: TLC: BAG OF HOPE PACKING

What’s Cooking Wednesday

Cook alongside adults with developmental disabilities in a joyful, inclusive environment.

Date: Wednesday, July 23

Time: 10 to 11 a.m.

Location: Passionate Care Training Center, 951 Broken Sound Parkway, Suite 200, Boca Raton

Join a festive gift exchange during ‘Fun Friday’ at the Passionate Care Training Center, which provides services to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Date: Friday, July 25

Time: 10 to 11 a.m.

Location: Passionate Care Training Center, 951 Broken Sound Parkway, Suite 200, Boca Raton

Help serve hot meals to the food insecure in our community.

Date: Sunday, July 27

Time: 1:40 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Location: St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church, 100 NE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton

The Meryl and Ron Gallatin Tzedakah, Learning & Chesed (TLC) Program is B’nai Torah’s hub for meaningful volunteer work and social action. Launched in 2012 and led by Summer Faerman, the program provides congregants of all ages opportunities to live out Jewish values through action. TLC projects support a wide range of needs, including hunger relief, homelessness, education, elder care, and support for individuals with disabilities. Learn more: btcboca.org/community/ tlc-program.

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WC4C Host Committee with Co-Chairs Bonnie and Jon Kaye (Seated Center)

What to Buy on Amazon Prime Day if You Hate Cleaning

(StatePoint) Without the right tools, housework can be time consuming and exhausting. Smart home cleaning technology, though, can bust through the tedium and make your home sparkle with less effort. Even better news? This year’s Amazon Prime Day lineup, happening July 8-11, features some of the best-selling, top-rated cleaning tools at unbeatable prices. Here are three to consider:

All-in-One Design: The 175-watt powerful suction capability of Tineco’s PURE ONE Station 5 vacuum thoroughly captures dust, debris and pet hair, and is suitable for everyday cleaning on both carpets and hard floors. Its unique design means it can pick up large debris without clogging and its smart sensor intelligently detects the amount of dust, automatically adjusting the suction power accordingly to improve efficiency. And if you love a no-maintenance cleaning solution, this is the device for you. After every use, the vacuum can simply be returned to its station where it will automatically self-clean and recharge, and the 2.5-liter eco dustbin eliminates the need for daily emptying. Typically $459, you can grab this for $319 leveraging Prime Day deals.

Swivel Action: The FLOOR ONE Stretch S6 from Tineco is a truly innovative floor cleaner that vacuums and mops hard floors in a single pass, cutting your time spent cleaning in half. This model in particular makes a deep clean possible by reaching where most mops and vacuums can’t, reclining fully to 180 degrees and even swiveling left and right from its lay-flat position for cleaning every hidden area. With HyperStretch technology, the device compresses to just 5.1 inches, effortlessly cleaning dust under beds and in tight

spaces. Its three-chamber water separation system keeps dirty water away from the motor, ensuring full cleaning power even when lying flat. Plus, mini assistive wheels allow for effortless maneuvering in both directions, while the repositioned clean water tank embedded above the brush head reduces the body weight, making cleaning easier. With self-cleaning functionality and 40 minutes runtime, this is one floor cleaner offering both functionality and convenience. Normally $599, you can add this to your cart for just $349 on Prime Day.

Deep Cleaning for Less: According to estimates from HomeAdvisor and other home services platforms, the average cost of U.S. professional carpet cleaning services range from $123$241 per session, depending on room size, carpet type and provider. You can kiss those ongoing costs goodbye by investing in the Tineco Carpet One Cruiser, which provides a professional-grade, on-demand solution that eliminates scheduling constraints and ensures immediate results. Its advanced features are engineered for regular home use. These include a complete hands-free maintenance system and a PowerDry system that reduces drying time by more than 50%, so you have carpets that are ready for use within hours—not days—mitigating the risks of mold growth, odor and surface re-soiling. Plus, it’s easier to use than the traditional carpet cleaners you may be used to. Three selectable power levels and bidirectional assist wheels minimize physical strain and enable smooth navigation across carpet types and floor transitions. In addition, thoughtfully repositioned water tanks create a better weight distribution, further easing operation. The retail price of the Carpet One Cruiser is $699, but you can enjoy additional savings during Prime Day when it’s marked down to $489.

To save even further on Prime Day discounts, unlock an extra 5% off the FLOOR ONE Stretch S6 and PURE ONE Station 5 from July 8–11 using promo code TIN25PDPR. To get more details about these products, visit Tineco’s store on Amazon at https://www. amazon.com.

If you hate cleaning, let Prime Day be your opportunity to invest in hightech home cleaning products that will work harder so you don’t have to.

Smart Ways to Build Stress Resilience With Tools That Work for You

(StatePoint) Stress is part of every day, especially when you’re juggling deadlines, meetings, and endless to-do lists. And while you can’t always eliminate the pressure, by building the right habits and backing them up with the right tools, you can learn to handle it better.

Thought leaders across companies have chimed in to help readers understand how they deal with stress and how their vocation has shaped their behaviors. Ariann Langsam, vice president of Marketing at Pilot Corporation of America (Pilot Pen), often collaborates with psychologists and wellness experts to explore how small adjustments can make a big difference within her role at Pilot Pen. Here, she shares three simple ways to build stress resilience — and how the right tools can help support your mindset.

1. Write It Out

When you’re about to embark on something that causes you stress, maybe it’s a big presentation at work or a tough conversation, taking a moment to write down positive affirmations can help calm your nerves. Try phrases like:

• “I’m ready for this.”

• “I’ve done the work.”

• “I am resilient, capable and calm.”

What helps make the planning process go as smoothly as possible? Choosing a pen that feels good in your hand. A smooth-writing tool can make the act of writing feel more soothing and intentional, not like just another task.

2. Use Tools That Keep You in Flow

Research shows that when writing

feels effortless, your brain is more likely to enter a “flow state” -- that focused zone where ideas click and distractions fade. Whether you’re brainstorming or planning your day, having the right pen can give you the zen focus you need.

Take the Pilot G2 Edge, for example. Designed with quick-drying ink, a cushioned grip, and a laser-textured barrel that can help regulate restless energy, it’s built to minimize friction — literally and mentally — so you remain in your flow-state.

3. Let Color Work for You

Color affects mood more than most people realize. With a little intention, you can use it to shape how you feel throughout the day. For example:

• Pink sparks optimism

• Purple stimulates your creative side

• Blue can boost your productivity

• Green promotes calm and balance

You can apply this concept in small ways, like choosing color-coded pens to match your goals or surrounding yourself with certain hues in your workspace or wardrobe. It’s a simple, visual way to give your brain a gentle nudge in the right direction.

Everyday stress isn’t going away, but with a few mindful habits and the right tools, you can take back a sense of control. For more tips and to explore wellness-focused writing utensils, visit PowerToThePen.com.

“Small changes in your routine can have a surprisingly big impact,” says Langsam. “You might not be able to change what’s coming at you, but you can change how you show up for it.”

BUSINESS

Tracy Caruso Appointed Palm Beach State Trustee

By Marci Shatzman

Well-known Palm Beach County civic leader and Delray Beach businesswoman Tracy Caruso was just appointed to the Palm Beach State College District Board of Trustees pending Senate approval, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced.

Regular terms are four years, according to PBSC. “We are delighted to welcome Tracy Caruso to the Palm Beach State College family,” Ava L. Parker, president of PBSC said in a statement to the Boca Raton Tribune. “Ms. Caruso’s experience in business, health care advocacy, and literacy, along with her commitment to the greater good of our community will benefit our students in many ways. We look forward to Ms. Caruso’s contributions to shaping the future of PBSC.”

This isn’t Caruso’s first gubernatorial appointment. In December 2022, she was appointed a commissioner of the Health Care District of Palm Beach County by DeSantis and reappointed in 2025. She chairs the Housing and Finance Authority for PBC. A former mayoral candidate for Delray Beach, Caruso is a board member of Atlantic Grove Delray Beach, PROPEL and Hispanic Vote PBC, and a committee member of Roots & Wings and Go Pink. Caruso is president/owner of Delray Beach Executive Suites, an executive office suite business. She is married to State Rep. Mike Caruso and is a stepmother of seven “and a mother of two toy poodles,” according to her bio.

on experience across multiple sectors, including business (president/owner Delray Beach Executive Suites), public service (chair of the PBC Housing and Finance Authority), commissioner of the PBC Health Care District, and community advocacy (certified rape crises counselor, adult literacy teacher, and I ran a reading and mentoring group for high school students). My background in psychology, experience in local government, and strong community connections will be assets.

Q: Can you still run for office and are you still planning to run for Mike’s position as a state representative since he’s term limited?

A: Yes. I filed in November of 2024 and qualified for the ballot through the petition process in February 2025.

Q: What’s your understanding of what this appointment entails, and do you know any of the other trustees?

Q: Did you have to apply for this appointment, and when will you know if it’s confirmed by the Senate?

A: I was asked to do this, and I’m honored to do so. As for the Senate confirmation, I don’t know the date, but most likely when committees reconvene in September or October.

Q: What will you bring to the table?

A: I will bring leadership based

A: A trustee is part of a board that oversees the college’s strategic direction, financial health, and overall governance, ensuring that the institution adapts to the needs of the students and the community. The board guides policy decisions to ensure high quality education. I know President Parker and former Commissioner Mike Barnett, who serves on the board of the Hispanic Vote of PBC with me as well. I also know and have worked with Ryan Steeghs, the student government association president. He has now graduated and will be going to George Washington University in D.C.

Q: Anything else you want to say about this gubernatorial appointment?

A: I am honored by the appointment and appreciate the trust Governor DeSantis has placed in me. I plan on working with all and I will listen to the community at large. Education means everything and it benefits the entire community. I want what is best for the students.

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Inaugural Scholars Program at Boca Raton Regional Hospital Honors Three Marcus Neuroscience Institute Physicians

Boca Raton, FL – July 2, 2025 –

On Wednesday, June 25, Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation hosted a ceremony and reception in celebration of its inaugural Scholars Program.

The evening’s honorees, G. Peter Gliebus, M.D., Amy Laitinen, M.D., and Frank Vrionis, M.D., exemplify the excellence, dedication, and forward-thinking spirit that drive progress in elevating patient care.

The Scholars’ research is made possible through a significant philanthropic contribution to establish a Scholar fund. The hospital is deeply grateful for the generosity and vision of Bernie and Billi Marcus, whose grant to Marcus Neuroscience Institute, part of Baptist Health, will provide the resources for the research projects of our first three physicians. As Marcus Neuroscience Institute’s Director and Chief Medical Executive Warren Selman, M.D. explains, “The Marcus Scholar appointment is one of the highest honors awarded to medical professionals within our institution. This distinction recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to medical science, providing meaningful support to further their innovative research and service.”

These Scholars, generously funded by the Marcus Foundation, Inc., are now able to learn more about the causes and treatment of disorders affecting the nervous system — not only from a scientific perspective but also by examining how society and systems contribute to these issues.

“The research that will be performed by Dr. Gliebus, Dr. Laitinen and Dr. Vrionis will significantly im -

prove patient care. It is our intent to have all our Scholars represent an ideal convergence of commitment to clinical excellence, scholarly inquiry and leadership in medicine,” says Mark Larkin, president, Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation. “Continued funding for future Scholars programs at our other institutes is vital to building a solid foundation not only as a compassionate and competent physician, but also as a contributor to the advancement of medical knowledge and delivery of care.”

The Scholars program will expand the understanding of the structural, scientific and societal underpinnings of health and disease while equipping participants with the tools necessary to influence care beyond the bedside.

The Boca Raton Regional Hospi-

tal Foundation, Inc., is a not-for-profit organization for Boca Raton Regional Hospital, part of Baptist Health South Florida. Baptist Health is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with 12 hospitals, more than 28,000 employees, 4,000 physicians, and 200 outpatient centers, urgent care facilities, and physician practices spanning across Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. Baptist Health has internationally renowned institutes specializing in cancer care, brain and spine care, heart and vascular care, and orthopedic care. In addition, it includes Baptist Health Medical Group; Baptist Health Quality Network; and The Baptist Health PineApp, a virtual health platform. In Palm Beach County, Boca Raton Regional and Bethesda Hospitals are part of the Florida Atlan-

tic University’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine Consortium for Graduate Medical Education. Baptist Health is an academic and clinical affiliate of Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to its faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work for in America and is the most awarded healthcare system in South Florida by U.S. News and World Report.

Boca Raton Regional Hospital is supported by philanthropy to strengthen its mission to deliver the highest quality patient care, satisfaction, and safety. If you would like to learn more about supporting the mission of Boca Raton Regional Hospital, visit our website at donate.brrh.com.

The Marcus Scholars of the Marcus Neuroscience Institute is funded by the Marcus Foundation, Inc. Founded in 1989, the Marcus Foundation focuses on fulfilling the philanthropic vision, beliefs, and values of Bernie Marcus, co-founder of The Home Depot. The Foundation has five key focus areas, all with the goal to save and change lives through Bernie’s unique style of entrepreneurial philanthropy: medical research and healthcare; Jewish causes; free enterprise, including veteran initiatives and national security; the health and welfare of children, with an emphasis on civics education; and targeted community support. Since its founding, The Marcus Foundation has given over $2.7 billion through more than 3,500 grants.

L to R: G. Peter Gliebus, M.D., Lincoln Mendez, Amy Laitinen, M.D., Frank Vrionis, M.D., Wendy Elliott, Warren Selman, M.D., Jack Ziffer, Ph.D

The Boca Raton Tribune

POLITICS

Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer’s

Misplaced Priorities

By Kartik Krishnaiyer

Mayor Scott Singer has created quite a buzz in the national Trump-leaning media in the past week. He’s barnstormed shows on Rupert Murdoch’s FOX News and Fox Business while speaking to Murdoch’s New York Post. He’s also spent time speaking on Newsmax who is based down the road in West Palm Beach. The goal has been to talk about relocation of residents and business from New York City in the wake of the Democrats nominating Zohran Mandami for Mayor of the city. He has recently expanded his appeal to include disgruntled businesses or residents of Chicago.

Singer’s rhetoric sounds great and yes we always can use more business relocation here. It’s always great to have someone extolling the virtues of Florida to a national audience. As a brand ambassador for Boca Raton , Singer gets an A+. But as is evidenced in some of the comments on Singer’s own social media postings, many in Boca Raton are concerned about daily quality of life issues, cost of living and the vices of unrestrained growth.

if not most of these problems pre-dated his time in city office, but selling Boca to developers so they can make Boca Raton a mini-Miami or New York is certainly not what the city needs.

Meanwhile, state leaders have done little to address the soaring property tax rates nor the looming water crisis that negatively impact our urban areas, particularly in southeast Florida face thanks to unrestrained growth. Their answer to traffic gridlock is to add even more tolled express lanes and cut funds for mass transit. Quite frankly, as someone who drives around the state regularly for work, Boca Raton has some of the worst traffic anywhere in Florida. Worse than Tampa, worse than Jacksonville, worse than Fort Lauderdale, and as bad as Doral and nearly as bad as Orlando.

When I moved to Southeast Florida in 1979, Boca Raton had less than 50,000 residents and western Boca was largely farmland or areas with huge gaps between housing and condo developments. Today, Boca Raton has 100,000 people and West Boca has about 125,000 people per the Census Bureau. That’s about 225,000 people in an area that probably had 60,000 just 45 years ago.

Boca Raton has not addressed its key needs to keep up with this growth : a better urban transit system, improved water infrastructure, more parking, more public parks, more areas that are walkable. Boca Raton is turning from an already concrete-jungle to a city dominated by high-rises and expensive restaurants and golf courses. Is this all on Mayor Singer? Of course not, many

Singer told FOX News’ Sandra Smith this week that Boca Raton rarely gets impacted by Hurricanes. Really? Sure the last direct hit for Boca was 1979’s glancing blow from Hurricane David but in the last three years, four Hurricanes in the Gulf have made impacts on Southern Palm Beach County via tornadoes or heavy winds or torrential downpours.

Property tax rates have shot up as a result. So theoretically Singer may be correct if we parse his words and count direct hits as impacts, but his comments were disingenuous. I don’t live in Boca Raton, but do live in the area and can speak to the amount of damage both Hurricane Helene and Milton made to my yard last year.

We all realize Mayor Singer is eyeing some other office in the future as is his very much his right. In fact, it’s being reported by the Sun Sentinel he might be seeking a Congressional seat next year as a Republican. But while he remains Boca Raton Mayor perhaps he can focus on the city’s many problems rather than those of New York or Chicago.

Rep Peggy Gossett-Seidman and State Senators Secure a Record Local Appropriations Amount for South County

By Kartik Krishnaiyer

Representative Peggy Gossett-Seidman (R-Boca Raton) was able to successfully place about $20 million in funding for South County via the appropriations and budget process in State Legislature. Credit must also go to the State Senators from Palm Beach County that helped push these local impact items through that chamber.

Governor Ron DeSantis signed the budget on Monday but none of Gossett-Seidman’s appropriations faced the Governor’s line-item veto pen.

“These appropriations are about real impact,” said Rep. Gossett-Seidman. “This funding will improve lives across District 91 — through safer roads, stronger public health systems, expanded education and workforce opportunities, and vital support for our most vulnerable residents. I fought hard to bring these dollars home, and I’m proud to see them signed into law.”

The budget process for local projects has evolved through the years in the legislature but this past session, Gossett-Seidman was able to secure the largest ever dollar amount for the region.

Here are some of the projects which received funds for South County specifically:

$10,000,000 – FAU Health Sciences Training & Research Facility

$1,000,000 – Spanish River Blvd & El Rio Trail Grade Separation

$750,000 – Golden Harbor Drinking Water Distribution Improvements

$400,000 – HABCenter Employment for Individuals with Disabilities

$427,700 – Boca Helping Hands Job Training Program

$450,000 – FAU College of Medicine Enrollment Expansion

$250,000 – Florida Caregiving Youth – At-Risk Student Services

$235,500 – Faulk Center for Counseling – Low-Income Mental Health Services

$525,700 – Lake Worth Lagoon System Assessment

$950,000 – Zoological Society of Palm Beach – Habitat & Security Enhancements

$165,000 – Holocaust Education Classroom – Alpert & Rales JFS, inSIGHT

$250,000 – Real Time Crime Center – Phase 2

$1,000,000 – Gulfstream Blvd / SE 36th Ave Streetscape Improvements

$250,000 – First Responder Marine Support Program

ENTERTAINMENT

POP2000 Tour Coming to Delray Beach This Summer Featuring Members of N’Sync, O-Town & More!

Boca Raton, FL – June 30, 2025

– Get ready for a nostalgia-packed summer as the Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) presents a “Pop Culture” celebration at Old School Square, featuring the electrifying POP 2000 Tour Concert at The Amphitheatre and a bold new art exhibition at the Cornell Art Museum.

POP 2000 Tour Concert – A Boy Band Blast from the Past!

On Saturday, July 5, 2025, The Amphitheatre at Old School Square will come alive with the POP 2000 Tour Concert. Hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, the show will feature performances by members of O-Town, LFO, and Ryan Cabrera—a dream lineup for any 2000s pop fan. General admission and VIP tickets are on sale now at https://events.delrayold-

schoolsquare.com/event-details/pop2000.

“Pop Culture” Exhibition at Cornell Art Museum

Opening Saturday, July 5, 2025, the “Pop Culture” exhibition will take over the lower galleries of the Cornell Art Museum through September 28, 2025. Admission is free (donations welcome), inviting visitors to explore vibrant works by talented artists, including:

Gwak – A Sarasota-based artist whose 15-year journey in the arts reflects a fascination with the unconventional.

Ashleigh Walters – A Palm Beach County painter and sculptor known for her whimsical, oddly scaled creations.

Annina Rüst – A Jupiter-based art-

ist-technologist pushing the boundaries of electronics and software-based media art.

Rogerio Peixoto – A Brazilian born South Florida artist creating 3D sculptures and pop paintings on mirror.

WHEN: Saturday, July 5, 2025. Cornell Art Museum exhibition opening takes place from 6 to 9 p.m. POP 2000 TOUR Concert is from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Gates open at 6 p.m. The “Pop Culture” exhibition will remain on view in the Lower NE and SE galleries of the Cornell Art Museum through September 28, 2025. Hours at the Cornell Art Museum are Wednesday 12 to 5 p.m.; Thursday & Friday 12 to 7 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m.

WHERE: Cornell Art Museum and The Amphitheatre at Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444. Parking available in Old School Square garage. Concert Entrance: Please enter the concert area at NE 2nd Avenue / Pineapple Grove Way.

COST for POP 2000 Concert: General Admission: $27 per ticket (kids 5 and under are free). Bring your own seat.

Premium: $47 per ticket. Enjoy a premium seat.

VIP Ticket: $67 per ticket. Enjoy our VIP experience with access to our exclusive VIP lounge area with a dedicated bar, a VIP seat at the front of the stage, and a free specialty cocktail.

TICKETS: https://events.delrayoldschoolsquare.com/event-details/ pop-2000

The Cornell Art Museum is housed within the original Delray Elementary School building, which was built in 1913. The Museum hosts several curated fine art exhibitions each year featuring notable regional, national and international artists. It also has a Museum Store displaying original works by regional artists. The City of Delray Beach purchased the historic building on the Old School Square campus from the Palm Beach County School

District in 1987. The building was named after benefactors George and Harriet Cornell in 1990, before being renovated in 2017 through the generous support of Margaret L. Blume. Learn more at https://delrayoldschoolsquare.com/about.

Old School Square is a historic cultural arts campus in the heart of Downtown Delray Beach. Old School Square’s mission is to create a welcoming space where the community comes together for high-quality, diverse and interactive art experiences, while honoring the 100-year-old historic campus. The 6-acre campus is home to early 20th century school buildings that have been renovated and are now a fine arts museum (Cornell Art Museum), wedding and events venue (The Vintage Gym), and a performance theatre and creative arts school (Crest Theatre building). The campus also boasts an outdoor Amphitheatre for live music performances, a park and its own parking garage. Old School Square takes up an entire city block at the corner of Atlantic Avenue and Swinton Avenue. The address is 51 N. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444.1

For a full list of events happening at the Cornell Art Museum, visit https://delrayoldschoolsquare.com/ cornell or call 561-654-2220.

The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was established in 1971 with a mission to grow, strengthen, and enhance the economic vitality of Downtown Delray Beach. As an autonomous agency of the City, the Delray Beach DDA advocates, facilitates, plans, and executes business development, fosters business relations, helps with the planning of public and private projects, and markets the downtown district. The DDA is located at 350 SE 1st Street, Delray Beach, FL. Learn more at https://downtowndelraybeach. com/ or by calling 561-243-1077.

Follow updates on social media: @ DowntownDelray and @DelrayOldSchoolSquare

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Call to Artists: Ode to Boca Mural at Mizner Park Amphitheater

Boca Raton, FL – July 1, 2025 – The City of Boca Raton is excited to announce a unique opportunity through the Public Art Boca program for professional muralists and artist-led teams based in South Florida. As part of the City’s Centennial celebration, the Ode to Boca mural will transform the stage doors of Mizner Park Amphitheater into a permanent work of art, inspired by the community.

The mural will be inspired by residents’ five-line Odes’ based on Boca Raton zip codes, forming the foundation for a vibrant and permanent work of art that celebrates the city’s identity and collective storytelling. This is a unique opportunity for artists to contribute to shaping a significant element of the city’s artistic landscape.

“We are thrilled to offer this unique opportunity to artists who will play an integral role in transforming our city’s landscape through the Ode to Boca initiative,” said Veronica Hatch, Public Art Coordinator. “This public art project aims to bring a bold and exciting energy to Downtown Boca and its iconic MPA stage doors by reflecting its vision as a vibrant gathering place where everyone can play, work, shop, dine, and relax. We look forward to seeing the community’s voices expressed through unique artistic ideas, creating a lasting tribute to the City’s Centennial celebration.”

Project Details:

Location: Mizner Park Amphitheater Stage Doors, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432

Budget: $80,000

Application Deadline: Monday, July 21, 2025, at 11:59 PM

Installation Date: October 2025

More information

How to Participate:

For the Public: Poetry Submissions

Poetry submissions are now open. The public is invited to submit five-line Odes to Boca at www.Boca100.com.

A temporary wrap at the Mizner Park Amphitheater features a sample Ode to Boca and encourages the community to get involved and inspire the mural’s final design.

Previously submitted Odes will also be considered for the project.

For Artists: Call for Artists

The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is open through July 21, 2025.

Professional visual artists and artist teams based in South Florida are invited to submit their application for this exciting opportunity. Artists must reside and regularly create artwork in the area.

Shortlisted artists will receive a flat fee of $2,500 for concept proposals.

A selection panel will choose the final artist(s) to create the Ode to Boca mural.

The City of Boca Raton, in collaboration with Centennial partner, O, Miami, launched the Ode to Boca program earlier this year to be the heart and soul of the City’s Centennial Celebration. Inspired by the original ZipOde poetry program by O, Miami and WRLN, Ode to Boca is a civic storytelling project that invites residents to share their personal connections to the city through poetry. It encourages residents, business owners, and visitors to craft their own ‘Odes’ that highlight the people, places, and experiences that define Boca Raton.

“This project is more than a celebration of Boca Raton’s Centennial — it’s a reflection of what builds a community,” said Melody Santiago Cummings, Executive Director of O, Miami. “Through Ode to Boca, we’re inviting residents to share their voices in a way that’s playful, personal, and lasting. We’re proud to help bring this poetic public art installation to life in a City that’s boldly expanding its commitment to the arts.”

Sunny shores beckon

Waves whisper secrets

Palms sway in rhythm

Boca Raton

My salt-kissed sanctuary of coastal ocean dreams

—Larry Port 33496

The Ode to Boca initiative will continue to inspire future public art projects throughout the community. Continue to follow the City for new calls to artists and upcoming creative initiatives.

To explore projects already shaping Boca Raton, visit www.Boca100.com.

Learn more about the City’s Public Art Boca program and the Ode to Boca initiative.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION Case No.: 502024CP004824XXXASB IN RE: THE ESTATE OF DONNA DECARLO

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of DONNA DECARLO, deceased, whose date of death was July 10, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Broward County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 205 N. Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of the first publication of this Notice is June 26, 2025.

Personal Representative: Daniel Decarlo 74 Eldredge Square Chatham, MA 02633

Attorney for Personal Representative: Spencer H. Golden, Esq. 533 NE 3rd Ave #309 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION

FILE NO. 50-2025-CP-001865

IN RE: ESTATE OF STANFORD A. HARVEY, Deceased.

The administration of the Estate of STANFORD A. HARVEY, whose date of death was March 1, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court in and for Palm Beach County, Florida, the address of which is 205 N. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. The name and address of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s Estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s Estate must file their claims with this Court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this Notice is June 26, 2025.

Personal Representative:

Evette Elaine Ferron

Attorney for Personal Representative:

Jeffrey R. Eisensmith, P.A.

Florida Bar Number: 311561 5561 N. University Drive, Suite 103 Coral Springs, FL 33067

Telephone: (954) 523-7601 E-Mail: je@eisensmithlaw.com

BY: JEFFREY R. EISENSMITH

Jeffrey R. Eisensmith, Esquire

Attorney for Personal Representative

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF PRE-COURT DEMAND & PAYING UNDER DURESS LETTER

FROM: Earl P Armstrong Jr. Apollo Beach, FL 33572 June 29, 2025

TO: Freedom Mortgage Corporation 951 Yamato Road Boca Raton, FL 33431

Subject: Formal Pre-Court Demand for Settlement & Notice of Payment Under Duress Dear Freedom Mortgage Corporation, This letter serves as a formal demand for immediate resolution regarding my previous debt validation request, which has not been properly fulfilled. Your failure to provide sufficient validation under 15 U.S.C. § 1692g (Fair Debt Collection Practices Act) and 12 U.S.C. § 2605 (Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act – RESPA) raises serious legal concerns. Despite my formal request for debt validation, you have only provided account statements and summaries, which do not satisfy the legal requirements of full debt validation. Details of Dispute Alleged Account Number: Loan Number 0149107500 Description of Dispute: Lack of proper debt validation and failure to provide legally required documentation. Alleged Balance: The amount Freedom Mortgage Corporation is attempting to collect. Why Your Response is Insufficient As per my original debt validation request, full validation requires: A sworn statement under oath proving ownership of the debt. A signed promissory note and mortgage agreement proving my obligation to the loan. A complete and accurate payment history of the loan. A bill of sale, assignment records, or MERS transfer documentation proving your right to collect. Full disclosure of all fees, interest calculations, and penalties applied to the account. Since you failed to provide this information, you have not properly validated this debt, and therefore, under federal law, you must cease collection efforts immediately. Payment Under Duress Due to your continued collection attempts despite lack of proper validation, I am making a payment under duress. This payment does not admit liability. This payment does not validate the debt. I reserve all rights to dispute this debt in the future. Legal Violations & Potential Claims Against You Your failure to provide proper validation and your continued collection activities may constitute the following legal violations: Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) Violations (15 U.S.C. § 1692g) Failure to provide legally required debt validation. Continuing collection attempts without proper documentation. Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) Violations (12 U.S.C. § 2605) Failure to provide correct loan servicing transfer documentation. Failure to comply with Qualified Written Request (QWR) obligations. Truth in Lending Act (TILA) Violations (15 U.S.C. § 1601) Failure to provide proper disclosures of interest rate calculations and loan terms. Failure to provide original promissory note upon request. Breach of Contract & Unfair Debt Collection Practices Attempting to enforce a loan without proper documentation. Charging unexplained fees or misapplying payments. Due to these violations, I am seeking $25,000 in damages, including: Emotional distress caused by unlawful collection practices. Financial harm due to improper debt collection efforts. Legal costs and time lost disputing this debt. I reserve the right to file complaints and take legal action for any additional damages suffered. Demand for Resolution To resolve this matter and avoid further legal consequences, I demand the following actions: Provide Full Validation –Immediately provide all the requested legal documentation proving the validity of this debt. Cease Collection Efforts – If you cannot provide proper validation, you must stop all collection activities immediately. Remove the Debt – If validation is not provided, you must remove this debt from your collection records and provide written confirmation of this removal. Settlement Offer – Due to the legal exposure and violations, I am open to negotiating a reduction of this debt to reach a fair resolution. Notice of Intent to File Complaints & Legal Action. If this matter is not resolved within 30 days from the date of this letter, I will: File complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), State Attorney General’s Office, and Better Business Bureau (BBB). Seek legal action in civil court and arbitration. Pursue additional damages for continued collection attempts without proper validation. Attachments I have sent the following documents to support my claims: Copy of my previous debt validation request Evidence of insufficient response from your company. Final Notice & Opportunity to Settle. This is my final attempt to resolve this matter privately. If you fail to properly validate the debt, you are legally required to cease collection and remove the debt immediately. However, I am willing to negotiate a reasonable settlement to resolve this matter amicably. Please provide a response with your proposed resolution.

Sincerely,

Earl P Armstrong Jr. Apollo Beach, FL 33572

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION, File No: 50-2025-CP-002247-XXXA-MB. IN RE: ESTATE OF MARC MILLER, Deceased.

The administration of the Estate of MARC MILLER, deceased, File Number 50-2025-CP-002247-XXXA-MB, is pending in the Circuit Court for Palm Beach County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 205 N Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is July 3, 2025.

Attorney for Personal Representative: /S/ JOHN CLARKE, Florida Bar No. 118610, 1975 EAST SUNRISE BOULEVARD, SUITE 626, FORT LAUDERDALE FL 33304, E-mail: JOHN@CLARKELAWPA.COM, Telephone: (305) 467-5560. Personal Representative: /s/ Steven Miller, STEVEN MILLER, 7690 Lago Del Mar, Apt.. 404, Boca Raton, FL, 33433.

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