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THEME: WORKING OUT
ACROSS
1. Oven emanation
6. Beast of burden
9. Slat
13. Chocolate substitute
14. ____ ____ carte
15. San Diego baseballer
16. Actress Linda of “Dynasty” fame
17. Grave acronym 18. Dartmouth and such
19. *Largest shoulder muscle
21. *Mind-body exercise with “apparatus” 23. To do this is human
24. Hold back or restrain
25. *Biathlon gear, sing. 28. Rum follower
30. Illuminated by a certain star
35. Windshield option
37. Gang’s domain
39. Symbolized by white dove
40. Wander
41. “Sesame Street” regular
43. a.k.a. amir
44. Nobel Prize, e.g.
46. Most luminous star
47. 0.001 inches, pl.
48. *Workout prep
50. Used to be
52. Sailor’s assent
53. Agitate
55. Carry a load
57. *Series of exercises with little or no rest
61. *Peloton sport
65. “Bite the bullet,” e.g.
66. E in BCE
68. Term of endearment
69. “He ____ it like it is”
Quote of the Week:
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”
Philippians 2:3
70. Actress Ryan 71. “M*A*S*H” character
72. One of #18 Across 73. 007
74. What actors do DOWN
1. Passed with flying colors
2. Five-star review
3. Not written 4. ____ Carlo
5. Soak up 6. 36 inches
7. Boxer Clay
8. Fraternity K 9. Surface magma
10. Passage into a mine
11. *”Arboreal” yoga pose
12. Hitler’s sidekick Rudolf ____ 15. Highway accident
20. Extremely angry 22. “____ show time!”
24. Nocturnal bird of prey (2 words)
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25. It broke the camel’s back
26. Plains tribe
27. Iron + nickel
29. *Use calories
31. a.k.a. Indian Lilac
32. Vampire of Greek mythology
33. In a cold manner
34. To the point
36. Four years for a President
38. V 42. Premature
45. ____ semolina, pl.
49. Hawaiian dish
51. Trick-taking card game
54. List components
56. Twilight
57. C in NYC
58. Brain wave
59. Small brook
60. Nat of Jazz
61. Same as cagey
62. ____-European language
63. Like a drink in a snifter
64. Swirling vortex
67. *One in a set
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COMMUNITY
Schmooze at Boca Chamber Festival Days thru August 11-Year-Old Tech Whiz Launches Free Camp to Help Local Kids Build and Take Home Their Own Computers
By Marci Shatzman
Even cloudy skies that cleared couldn’t put a damper on “100 Years, Bites & Cheers!” dine-around Tuesday with light bites and specialty cocktails at the Boca Center in support of Boca Raton Historical Society. See the list and links below to get in on more than 20 more Boca Chambers’ annual Festival Days events showcasing nonprofits mostly at for-profit venues through August.
Munchers of all ages sampled Philly cheesesteak eggrolls at Tap 42; the Marriott’s covered outdoor Drift’s fried yucca bites with cilantro lime aioli; Morton’s The Steakhouse pineapple vodka drink and steak slices; and sushi at KeuH next to Starbucks. The Spot Barbershop just opened and served up shots of booze. There were even “deals” at the center’s retailers. The jazz group Krescendo made a joyful noise in the center courtyard with familiar faces including Festival of the Arts BOCA exec Joanna Marie Kaye on vocals and her husband Jeff Kaye on the trumpet.
Festival Days 2025 kicked off with a sellout at American Social in Mizner Park to welcome in the football season with the Boca Bowl college football championship game and charity partner Spirit of Giving, and Florida Atlantic University Athletics. Spirit’s Lindy Harvey, Boca Bowl exec Doug Mosley and FAU Athletics v.p. Brian White interrupted happy hour revelers with brief remarks. This year’s Fanfest starts at 2 p.m. Dec. 23 and the 12th annual Boca Bowl kickoff will be held in FAU’s Flagler Credit Union Stadium as the venue. The two teams selected to compete will be announced on Dec. 7 following the weekend’s conference championship games. https://bocaratonbowl. com/news/2025-boca-raton-bowl-to-
be-played-december-23/
Here’s the rest of Festival Days sponsored by Allegiance Home Health. Attendees can buy tickets in advance or at the venue unless they’re sold out. The YMCA’s Casino Night in FAU stadium’s Delray Genesis Club from 5:30-9 p.m. Wednesday Aug. 6. Casino games and poker tournament. Individual $50; couple $95; poker tournament $150: https:// www.ymcaspbc.org/events/casino-night
Aug. 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $25, Wine, Dine and Relax, Sunscape Boca Raton, 22501 Boca Rio Road. Supporting Alzheimer’s Association: https://www. eventbrite.com/e/wine-down-relax-tickets-1450497831059?aff=oddtdtcreator
Aug. 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $50, Golden Bell Sunset Happy Hour, Beach Club at The Boca Raton, 900 S. Ocean Blvd. Golden Bell Education Foundation’s mission to award grants to Boca Raton public schools: https://web.bocaratonchamber.com/atlas/events-v4/register/11769 or contact the Chamber.
Aug. 9, 2-3:30 p.m., $29. History Tour of the Boca Raton, 501 E. Camino Real. Boca Raton Historical Society’s “walks” through hotel’s role in the city’s history since 1920s. RSVP required by noon day prior to tour date. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bcfd25history-tour-of-the-boca-raton-tickets1364139541089?aff=erelpanelorg
Aug. 10, 2-5 p.m., $20, movie and small popcorn and drink, Matinee for Moms, Movies of Delray, 7421 W. Atlantic Ave. at Hagen Ranch Road, west Delray Beach. New “Smurfs” movie 3 p.m. Benefiting CityHouse, supporting single mothers facing homelessness.
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While most 11-year-olds are enjoying summer break, Heath Neer is building something bigger—opportunity.
Earlier this week, Heath—a rising sixth grader at The Weiss School and resident of Palm Beach Gardens— hosted Kids Teaching Kids: Build Your Own Computer, a free, three-day tech camp in the offices of 1909 in downtown West Palm Beach. The camp empowered six local kids, ages 8–13, to assemble, activate, and take home their very own computers.
Five of the six participants are from the inner city of West Palm Beach and had never owned a computer before. Over the course of three afternoons, they learned the essential components of a PC, how to build one from scratch, and how to install operating systems and software. On the final day, the campers explored artificial intelli-
gence with Nick Mohnacky, CEO of AI startup BundleIQ, who introduced them to cutting-edge AI tools, including his company’s Alani platform.
“Last summer I participated in a robotics camp and since then I’ve built several computers at home and wanted to do something more meaningful with that skill,” said Heath. “A lot of kids don’t have access to this kind of technology or even their own computer. I wanted to change that.”
Thanks to the generosity of NEER Venture Partners, Inner City Innovators, BundleIQ, and 1909, each camper took home their completed computer—ready to support school, games, and creativity. One of the kids said: “I’ll use my new computer for school work, playing games, and helping my friends.” He added, “This is my first computer ever.”
Heath led the instructional sessions himself, with adult supervision quietly present, showing that peer-led learning can be both powerful and effective.
“Heath’s initiative is a powerful example of what happens when passion meets purpose,” said Brian Neer, a supporter of the program and Heath’s father. “He’s not just teaching kids about computers—he’s giving them tools and confidence to shape their futures.”
Heath is already planning to expand the program and is seeking additional sponsors and partners to reach more kids in need.
Heath Neer Teaches Peers
Palm Beach County Food Bank Returns With Fifth Annual “One Can, Two Can, Who Can, You Can!” Back-To-School Food Drive
School is almost in session and so is the Palm Beach County Food Bank (PBCFB)! Starting Friday, August 1, the PBCFB is returning with its “One Can, Two Can, Who Can? You Can!” Backto-School Food Drive and calling for protein-rich donations. As Palm Beach County operates the 10th largest school district in the U.S., the Food Bank and over 20 local partners will gather nonperishable foods to help students experiencing hunger. The most wanted items in-
clude canned beans, fish, chicken, beef, peanut butter, vegetables and fruit.
“Currently, one-in-six Palm Beach County children go to bed hungry,” said Jamie Kendall, PBCFB CEO. “That’s unacceptable and setting them up for failure going into the school year. However, the community can help! Because of this year’s overwhelming need, we’re hoping to double our donations to this food drive, compared to last year. Donors will be giving school kids the brain food they need to help promote concentration, immunity and more for classroom performance. It gives them and their families hope for a strong start to the school year.”
Last year, in partnership with Palm Beach County Libraries and community partners, PBCFB’s back-to-school food drive collected 2,582 pounds of food providing over 2,777 meals. This year’s goal is to double last year’s collected food.
Participating public locations include:
Palm Beach County Food Bank –701 Boutwell Rd, #A-1 and A-2, Lake Worth Beach, FL
Acreage Branch – 15801 Orange Blvd, Loxahatchee, FL
Bake & Serve, Inc. – 9100 Belvedere Rd, Suite 113, Royal Palm Beach, FL
Canyon Branch – 8915 Senator Joe Abruzzo Ave, Boynton Beach, FL
Club Pilates Wellington – 10660 Forest Hill Blvd, #140, Wellington, FL
First Horizon Bank
Delray Beach Office – 900 SE 6th Avenue, Delray Beach FL 33483
Jupiter Office – 1315 W. Indiantown Road, Jupiter FL 33458
Military Trail Office – 1801 N. Military Trail, Suite 100A, Boca Raton FL 33431
North Olive Office – 605 North Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Palm Beach Lakes Office – 1645
Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33401
PGA Office – 2000 PGA Blvd; North Palm Beach, FL 33408
Gardens Branch Library – 11303
Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Glades Road Branch – 20701 95th Avenue South, Boca Raton, FL
Greenacres Branch – 3750 Jog Road, Greenacres, FL
Hagen Ranch Road Branch – 14350
Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach, FL
Lantana Branch – 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth, FL
Main Library – 3650 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL
Okeechobee Boulevard Branch –5689 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL
Synergy Health & Wellness – 210 Jupiter Lakes Blvd #5101, Jupiter, FL
Wellington Branch – 1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington, FL
West Boca Branch – 18685 State Road 7, Boca Raton, FL
Royal Palm Beach Branch – 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach, FL
With approximately 192,000 food-insecure residents throughout Palm Beach County, Palm Beach County Food Bank (PBCFB) procures food from grocery stores, farmers, food distributors, wholesalers and other sources and distributes it to over 200 local community partners, including food pantries, soup kitchens and schools. In 2024, PBCFB distributed nearly 13 million meals to over 193,000 residents experiencing hunger. The Food Bank has been honored with several accolades, including the Chamber of the Palm Beaches Health and Human Services Organization of the Year and the Community Collaborator Award at the 8th Annual Nonprofits First Hats Off Awards.
The food drive will continue through Sunday, August 31. For more information, or to find the nearest participating drop-off location, please visit pbcfoodbank.org.
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THOUGHTS FROM THE PUBLISHER
By: Douglas Heizer
Telling the Stories That Matter — Together
At The Boca Raton Tribune, we believe that local news is more than just information — it’s a reflection of our neighborhoods, our businesses, our people, and the stories that connect us all. As we continue to expand our newsroom and deepen our roots in the community, we are thrilled to announce two exciting additions to our editorial team: award-winning journalist Stacy Carchman and rising talent Jada Strayer. Stacy Carchman, who officially joined the team on August 1, brings with her more than two decades of reporting experience at respected publications including the Chicago Tribune, The Jewish Journal, South Florida Agent Magazine, and Asbury Park Press. Her writing reflects a rare talent for turning everyday moments into powerful narratives that resonate with readers across generations. Based in Delray Beach and Boynton Beach, Stacy will cover a broad spectrum of topics — from community affairs and business to arts and life. Her voice will be instrumental in helping us tell the stories that too often go untold, with clarity, compassion, and journalistic integrity. In an era where trust in media is fragile and local storytelling is more vital than ever, Stacy exemplifies what we stand for: honesty, connection,
and community.
We are equally proud to welcome Jada Strayer as our newest intern, also starting August 1. A driven communications student at Florida Atlantic University, Jada is majoring in Communication Studies with a minor in Public Relations and Political Communication. She brings a fresh perspective and a strong interest in media, storytelling, and digital content creation.
With hands-on experience in writing, visual analysis, and strategic communication, Jada is eager to grow her skills and contribute to the Tribune’s mission. Her enthusiasm and emerging talent reflect our commitment to nurturing the next generation of journalists right here in our own backyard.
As our newsroom continues to evolve, there’s even more on the horizon — including a secret project we can’t quite reveal just yet. But trust us: you’ll want to stay tuned.
Please join us in giving Stacy and Jada a warm welcome to The Boca Raton Tribune family. We’re excited for what’s ahead — and we know our readers will be, too.
Welcome to the team, Stacy and Jada. Let’s tell the stories that matter — together.
By: Rick Warren FAITH
Pain Shows Who You Really Are
“Tests and challenges come at you from all sides. You know that under pressure, your faith-life is forced into the open and shows its true colors.”
James 1:2-3 (MSG)
People are like tea bags—sometimes you don’t know what’s in them until you drop them in hot water.
In The Living Bible paraphrase, Jeremiah 17:10 says that God “searches all hearts and examines deepest motives so he can give to each person his right reward, according to his deeds.”
So, how does God inspect and test you? The Bible says, “I have tested you in the furnace of affliction” (Isaiah 48:10 NKJV).
Pain is a measuring tool to test your character, and your reaction to it reveals a lot about you. James 1:23 says in The Message paraphrase, “Tests and challenges come at you from all sides. You know that under pressure, your faith-life is forced into the open and shows its true colors.”
Pain exposes the real you and shows what you’re really like inside. Your image and reputation are what everybody thinks you are. But your character is what you really are. And when you’re in pain, it’s hard to keep up appearances.
You can say you have integrity, but do you lower your standard when life is painful? You might say you’re committed, but do you want to throw in the towel when life is difficult? You say you’re a person of faith, but do you want to give up when pain comes your way? Your faith, commitment, integrity, and maturity can be measured by your reaction to pain.
If you’re going through a tough time right now, it might be a test. God’s showing you what’s really going on in your heart so he can help you grow and become more like him—and learn to trust and follow him more closely.
Talk It Over
The Bible often compares suffering to a refining fire, like when you heat up gold to burn off all the impurities so there’s just pure gold left. Through the pain in your life right now, what impurities is God burning off?
How can you prepare yourself now so that your faith holds up when it is tested with a painful experience?
Who in your life has been an example of unwavering faith through their pain? What can you learn from them?
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By: Tom Madden
My D-A-Y Job Did Spin Me Into Roller Coaster Fun!
Come along, fasten your seat belt and I’ll take you on a short ride through my (drum roll) triumphant career in public relations, still not quite over.
During my scramble up that ladder of success, if anyone told me to stop spinning, inventing and creating, it would be like telling the Federal Government to stop spending or President Trump, the subject of one of my books, to stop tweeting, greeting, meeting, tariffing, building ballrooms and playing golf. Good luck!
I’m the founder of the award-winning, billionaire-making, product catapulting PR firm, my bustling baby TransMedia Group, today quite grown up.
Some call me the quintessential “Spin Man,” the title of my memoir recounting my rise from a harrowing career as a newspaper reporter to the pinnacle of network television and then rocketing into the PR world where I became an accomplished commodore of PR campaigns and an expert at crisis management.
Starting as a reporter taught me something valuable that would help shape me throughout my PR life. You don’t wait for stories; you go find them or make them happen. As a reporter, I’d do whatever I had to do to get the story out.
Once I even disguised myself as a waiter at a busy airport under police lockdown to serve water to quarantined passengers of a hijacked airliner so I could interview them for a frontpage story.
Smoking PR
My rocket ride didn’t start smoking until after brief tenure as an occasionally erudite college professor teaching journalism at Loyola U in New Orleans, and occasionally next door at Tulane. Then when I returned to where I had once started out in PR, Manhattan, it was a different ballgame. This one, I wanted to win!
My first job in that city that has difficulty sleeping was at Lennen & Newell, an ad agency now soundly asleep. It was then a monstrous Madison Ave agency and I was doing PR
for of all things, cigarettes, promoting Kent with the Micronite Filter, once found to contain cancer-causing asbestos, which had to be removed.
Next came journalism, and a more harrowing line of work as a newspaper reporter.
Occasionally I’d get beaten up and a couple of times nearly killed covering the mayor who was then a gutsy former police official, Frank Rizzo. So, I thought I’d live longer teaching journalism than practicing it on streets that weren’t always brimming with brotherly love. That’s what had sent me down to the Big Easy.
After I gave up teaching, and returned to Manhattan, my D-A-Y job was literally that, at the pioneering PR firm, Dudley-Anderson-Yutzy (D-A-Y), the world’s oldest continually operating PR firm.
D-A-Y was established by Pendleton Dudley, purportedly at the suggestion of the founder of modern PR, Ivy Lee, who in the early 1900’s represented the Rockefeller Family. Lee originated what we now call crisis management, which ironically became one of my specialties that would work wonders for clients I would acquire, from AT&T to Tony the Tiger (Kellogg’s).
After Dudley, Anderson and Yutzy died in 1960’s, it created a leadership vacuum until 1970 when two sisters working there bought the firm. A few years later, Barbara Hunter and Jean Schoonover, would bravely, might I say, astutely, hire me.
That D-A-Y was a pioneering company in PR became evident when Pendleton Dudley retained Explorer Vilhjalmur Stefansson as a celebrity spokesperson to promote eating meat. Another notable success was helping to increase the annual per person consumption of bananas in the U.S. from 17.4 pounds to more than 22 pounds over a ten-year period by highlighting the fruit’s health benefits.
Kellogg’s of Battle Creek
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AMBULANDO
By: Douglas G Logan
The Obama Obsession
It has persisted for 14 years. It began with the birther bullshit; its most recent manifestation was Trump posting a false, AI generated video of Obama in handcuffs. Trump detests Obama. He has become his favorite person to blame everything on.
Why? The candidate pool for whipping boy is wide and deep. Why has Barry become the go-to narrative?
This morning Dick Polman, the syndicated columnist and Writer in Residence at Trump’s Alma Mater, Penn, tried to put his finger on it. He quoted the words of a clinical psychologist, 6 years ago, in Psychology Today.
“In Obama, Trump sees his antithesis — everything he is not and cannot be… Obama is a man in full, self-made, selfaware, self-contained, at peace with himself, at ease in the world. He traffics in inspiration.”
“Trump is constantly aggrieved, embittered, and at war with the world. He traffics in debasement. So long as Obama exists, Trump is threatened, because someone with Trump’s pathology labors to destroy that which is most threatening.”
Polman, then goes on to say
“And Obama is a person of color. That’s the key component. What Trump truly cannot abide is that a Black guy of
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high intellect, who rose on his merit, is demonstrably more popular than he is. For a white supremacist, nothing could be as galling.”
Sadly, I buy their explanation. The contrast between the two could not be more stark. I voted for Obama twice; would vote for him again if given the chance. I voted against Trump three times, even though none of his three opponents excited me. There is no circumstance where I could affirm this man’s character, morality, leadership, world views or executive capacity. The Epstein scandal continues to be a sordid vortex. The latest rumors about Trump, money laundering and a Russian oligarch seem to show a plausible explanation for Trump’s reticence in coming clean. Trump’s feeble attempts to deflect by blaming Clinton, Obama, Biden, Comey and others is not gaining purchase. Today we are moving submarines in the hope that the public will be distracted. Tomorrow, maybe we’ll declare war on Canada.
No matter how you slice it the story will not go away. Trump has spent much of his life acting like a pig. And, it compares incredibly unfavorably with the conduct, behavior, demeanor, capabilities and values of one Barack Hussein Obama. Period.
By: Tim Campbell
MAR-A-LAGO
New Boca Skate Park Plans Get Feedback
By Marci Shatzman
Armed with red and green sticky dots and Post-it notes, more than 40 skate park users stuck their feedback on seven renderings on easels at a public feedback session Wednesday. The location got nearly a ten.
This wasn’t a city of Boca Raton event, and expected pushback from Boca Teeca residents never emerged Wednesday evening. Instead, backers, builders and owners of a new skate park in the planned public North Park convened to get opinions on location and what should be included and where.
“At the next meeting we’ll have more information and put together the ultimate park for Boca Raton,” said Tito Porrata, to applause. The main speaker, Porrata is vice president of design for Platform Design Group, a consulting/design/build firm in the action sports industry.
The second meeting is expected in September but no date set yet, said
Briann Harms, executive director of the Greater Boca Raton Beach & Park District that called the meeting, owns North Park and is designing the acreage with consultant Miller Legg.
“This is a big deal and long overdue,” said Fabiana Delfina, 28, a pro skate park athlete who travels to West Boynton for the closest skate park now. The new skate park will replace the city’s much smaller and older Tim Huxhold Skate Park on Crawford Boulevard. Delfina lives in Boca Teeca, the site of North Park, a former golf course.
Residents like Maria Mitchell, who was there, had expressed concerns about possible noise and traffic. She’ll bring back results to her fellow residents. “You don’t have the people who have to live there,” Mitchell said.
Who else was there? Parents, kids, teens, young adults, Mark Lake, a skateboard hall of famer, now 68. “I started at age 10 in 1967,” he said.
Would You Believe a Surf Park in Boca?
By Marci Shatzman
The concept of a surf park in Boca’s newest public park came out of the blue at Monday’s Greater Boca Raton Beach & Park District meeting.
First came a packed roomful of enthusiasts citing the lure of a local venue for surfers, more reliable than the beach, and the revenue it could generate. Then Cheyne Cottrell, known for his surfing acumen and local Island Water Sports stores, and his team laid out the concept for commissioners as co-founder and manager of Boca Surf Park Project. He showed a video of what Wavegarden, considered the market leader in artificial waves, could do here. His PowerPoint had renderings of a wave pool with amenities, and where it could fit in North Park. Amenities would include NCAA certified beach volleyball courts and a recreation complex with a splash pad and lazy river.
“The District received an unsolicited public-private partnership (P3) proposal from Boca Surf Park, LLC, for the development of a surf and recreation facility on approximately 23.8 acres of District-owned land located within the former Ocean Breeze Golf Course site, now North Park.
The proposed project includes a privately funded $51 million surf park and associated amenities with no public funding requested,” is how the proposal was explained to commissioners.
They were uniformly impressed with the presentation, and a totally different concept than the traditional fieldhouses, trails and golf in the proposed park design plan: https://northparkplan.com/ The latest addition is a skate park, relocated from the city’s Tim Huxhold Skate Park on Crawford Boulevard, to make room for a proposed new downtown government campus.
“It’s super cool and a huge opportunity for the city,” said commission chair Erin Wright. “But opening it up is the right thing to do. We want to make the process as open and transparent as possible,” she said about accepting other proposals. Her fellow commissioners agreed and set a month to accept other P3s. The district now also owns the west side of the property, having just paid off the city bond early, executive director Briann Harms mentioned, meaning they’re now free to receive proposals for those 140 acres and the southeast corner.
“At the last board meeting, direction was given to proceed with preparing and advertising a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development of recreational amenities on the western portion of North Park, as well as the remaining 1.8-acre site located on the southeast corner of the property. The intent is to seek proposals that align with the District’s conceptual plan for the park while remaining open to innovative recreational uses that would benefit all District residents,” according to the district.
PBC Students Invited to Apply for Drone Pilot Program
Palm Beach County students interested in drone technology are invited to apply for a drone pilot program taking place this Fall, as part of a collaboration spearheaded by Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) and FPL, supported by Xcel’s innovative workforce development program.
The program trains up to 30 students per semester and provides hands-on experience in flight safety while helping each student earn their drone certification.
Palm Beach County high school students and young adults from the community, are elevating their futures and adding to their career skills, thanks to an exciting collaboration spearheaded by Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) and Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), supported by Xcel’s innovative workforce development program.
About the program
Launched earlier this year, Xcel has teamed up with USI to provide high school seniors with state-of-the-art Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) flight safety training and certification. Students embark on a comprehensive journey over eight dynamic sessions, honing skills in drone operation while also cultivating character strengths such as goal setting, time management, and job skills, including bespoke individual mentoring and hands-on career development.
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Spady House Cultural Museum in Delray Celebrates its 100th Anniversary
By Stacy Carchman
The Spady House Cultural Museum in Delray will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026 and have been engaged in a year long celebration since October 2024. They aim to raise $100,000 with their “House Still Stands” campaign to preserve the legacy of the museum for future generations. There have been many celebrations throughout the year including Juneteenth party workshops and cultural exhibits.
“The museum is in full fundraising mode,” said Michelle Brown, the communications consultant of 20 years for the Spady Museum. “We are halfway to our goal and have raised $ 56,000 so far. The fundraising for the museum is so important because federal grants and funds usually given to the museum have been cut and so has state funding. It is crucial to have these funds to operate the museum and have the special programming that they provide like an annual brunch in January in honor of Martin Luther King’s birthday and the annual Kwanza celebration the day after Christmas.”
Built in 1926, the Spady House was the residence of Solomon David Spady, a black educator and civil rights leader, who guided the African American school system in Delray Beach. The house was converted into a museum in 2001 and is dedicated to Black history and culture.
On October 5, 2024, the season kicked off with a special reception celebrating their 100th anniversary and in partnership with the Delray Chamber of Commerce, the event featured the premiere of a portrait of Solomon D. Spady by artist, Serge Strosberg.
There have also been fundraising house parties and Juneteenth community festivities throughout the year with live music, food and conversa -
tion about the mission of the museum. One was the Juneteenth Spady House Party on June 15-19 including workshops and celebrating the museum’s centennial celebration.
“This was very popular despite the heat, said Michelle Brown.” “Now there are other private house parties to raise funds hosted by Steve and Lori Martel and Suzi and Bob Hayes. These will bring more people to raise funds to preserve the legacy of the museum. People from all walks of life have taken an interest in raising funds for the museum,” said Michelle.
“Now there will be a special reception on October 9, 2025 because an anonymous donor is contributing a special painting by a valued artist, Dox Thrash, whose paintings are exhibited at the Philadelphia Museum of Art,” said Michelle. They will invite the public to join in during October and have a special reception. If you are interested contact the museum.
Other exhibits included during the year are:
A Portrait of Ozie Franklin: A Man of the 20th Century that is running through October 2025, that honors the legacy of this civil rights mentor through artifacts and storytelling.
Inside Outside (Social Justice) is running through January 2025 and addresses historical suppression and social justice themes through a multimedia show by Ives Gabriel.
Bahamas/Water Works-Distillations is running through September 2025 and explores the cultural ties between Delray Beach and the Bahamas.
The museum continues to offer tours throughout the year and youth programming. The museum is a living testament to Black educational and civic leadership in Delray Beach. Spady’s legacy of advocating for equal rights for colored people during the 1920’s when segregation was in full force will be carried into the future with the donations the museum is receiving.
As the celebration continues into 2026, the museum is looking for donors and sponsors and community partners. The 100th Anniversary is more than a milestone. It is about the resilience, history and legacy of the Afro-American people in our area. The mission of the Spady Museum is to preserve that history and legacy for generations to come.
The Spady Museum is located at 170 NW 5th Avenue in Delray Beach. Visit their website at spadymuseum. com or call 561-279-8883 to find out about donating or attending an event or visiting the museum.
Who Will Be Boca’s Next City Manager?
By Marci Shatzman
There’s an unusual morning meeting of Boca Raton’s city council scheduled at 9 a.m. Tuesday Aug. 12 to interview seven finalists for the next city manager. City council usually meets at 6 p.m.
Whoever council picks at this or a subsequent special meeting will bring a different set of priorities and perspective after a continuity of management style and substance for decades. Leif Ahnell retired on Dec. 31. 2023 after 24 years as city manager and 33 years with the city. An assistant and deputy city manager since 2004 and a city employee since 1977, George S. Brown was promoted to city manager when Leif left. He announced he’ll retire at the end of 2025, ending his own 48-year career with the city. What exactly does the city manager do and why does it matter? In a word, everything. The city manager carries out all policies set by city council, enforces all city regulations and ordinances and recommends adoption of policies. He or she appoints department heads and supervises all departmental functions. The annual operating and capital improvements budgets are prepared by the Financial Services Department under
the direction of the city manager. At the conclusion of each fiscal year, the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report is submitted by the city manager. The city manager’s department includes the City Clerk’s Office, Information Technology Division, Communications and Marketing Division, Mizner Park Amphitheater, Office of Economic Development and Management Services.
Council expects to spend about an hour with each candidate. The meeting is in the auditorium of the city’s 6500 Congress Ave. building.
All the candidates have extensive resumes, government work experience and academic credentials. Here’s their latest positions:
Jorge Camejo: Rehired as a Boca Raton deputy city manager in March 2025, he was executive director of Boca Raton Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) 1989 to 1998 and director of Development Services 1998 to 2010.
James L. Zervis: Named a Boca Raton deputy city manager and chief financial officer in March, he has been Boca Raton’s chief financial officer since March 2024.
Sonia Alves-Viveiros: city manager/ business administration 2022 to present, Edison N.J.
Patrick S. Jordan: county administrator, Ionia, Mich. 2022-2024
Stan Morris: city manager, Sunny Isles Beach Florida 2013 to present
Victor W. Spinelli: chief operations officer, United States Air Force, Aug. 2023-March 2025, Tampa Florida
Mark Sohaney: chief executive officer, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Pearl Harbor Hawaii 2022-2024
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Amid Volatility, Americans are Living Financially Fulfilled Lives
By State Point
Three quarters of Americans (74%) are optimistic about their financial futures despite recent market volatility and uncertainty, according to new research.
Capturing the goals, challenges and feelings of North Americans regarding their finances, research for “The Pulse of North America” report was conducted by Edward Jones and Cerulli Associates during April’s increased market volatility. An encouraging 79% of respondents indicated they are on track to achieve or have already achieved a financially fulfilled life.
“Sentiment from our own clients confirms this,” said David Gunn, principal, head of U.S. and Canada Business Units at Edward Jones. “In the half a million conversations our financial advisors have had with clients in the past five months, only a quarter of our clients highlight financial stress. This reflects the power of deep, personal, trusting relationships and holistic financial advice.”
Recent volatility impacts, but does not derail, financial fulfillment
Despite 49% of respondents indicating that inflation is a source of financial stress, Americans remain steadfast in the pursuit of financial fulfillment. They define fulfillment as having the freedom
to pursue their passions (46%), make a better life for themselves and their families (42%), and have security and protection from unforeseen events (41%).
To become more financially fulfilled, Americans are most willing to change their discretionary spending habits (45%), pay off their debt (33%), and improve their financial literacy (28%). This flexibility will help them tackle potential obstacles, including rising living costs (59%), unexpected financial setbacks (35%), and insufficient income or savings (27%). Nearly two-thirds of respondents (63%) indicated they would need to earn a $150,000-plus salary annually to achieve financial freedom.
Americans report optimism and
progress relative to personal benchmarks
When it comes to tracking financial progress, only 18% of Americans benchmark themselves against their own goals and plans rather than those of others, while 33% primarily compare themselves to their peers, 22% to their significant others, and 19% to their colleagues.
Respondents indicated that they are tracking confidently against financial and other life goals, reporting that they are on par with or ahead of others when it comes to specific objectives, such as achieving financial stability (88%), travel goals (84%), financial literacy (83%), saving for retirement (80%), and achieving homeownership (78%).
“Even with heightened market volatility and economic uncertainty, American investors have stayed the course with their portfolios and long-term plans,” added Gunn. “They are making meaningful progress by keeping the future in mind, while expressing willingness to pivot in real time with the help of a financial professional.”
The role of financial advisors in pursuing financial fulfilment
While 57% of DIY investors have a financial plan, this number increases to 77% for Americans who regularly engage with a financial advisor.
Those working with a financial advisor are doing so to manage financial risk (28%), seek a second opinion on financial decisions (26%), or based on recommendations from family members or other professionals (25%). Americans who regularly work with a financial advisor are more likely to feel optimistic about their financial future than those who manage their finances on their own (79% vs 71% respectively).
For more research insights, visit www.edwardjones.com/pulse.
Despite uncertainty, Americans are feeling confident about their finances, especially those who rely on professional advice.
Women Helping Women: The Role of Women Financial Planners
By State Point
Women today control more money than ever before and are expected to inherit $30 trillion in wealth over the next decade. As women reshape the financial picture in the United States, demand will grow for financial planners who can better meet their needs. One way to fulfill that demand? Bring more women into the financial services profession.
Here are several reasons why now is the right time for women to get their CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification.
Women are hitting roadblocks: Women are taking the financial reins in most households, with more than 2 in 3 women serving as their household’s primary decision-maker for investments. Yet many are hitting roadblocks when it comes to their confidence in topics such as managing investments and creating
diversified portfolios. Women financial planners are uniquely qualified to help other women build knowledge in these areas and achieve their financial goals.
Women clientele value people over machines: Despite the rise of automated financial planning tools, 56% of women say a financial planner who provides a broad, comprehensive perspective and expertise is the resource they trust the most to help them meet their financial
goals. More specifically, women clients seek empathetic financial planners who communicate complex concepts clearly and craft tailored solutions. Firms that want to stay competitive in today’s climate are focusing on attracting and retaining women planners, who research shows tend to excel in these very areas.
Support is here: Only 24% of CFP® professionals today are women, but CFP Board’s multi-faceted initiative, Acceler-
ate & WIN, aims to boost these numbers while fast-tracking women’s influence in the profession. In addition to conducting ongoing research to uncover the barriers to gender diversity in the field, CFP Board administers scholarships to qualified candidates to widen access to CFP® certification and empowers women and girls to enter the field through career fairs and other events.
The right credentials help: CFP® certification helps women advance their careers, boost earning potential and open new opportunities. According to a report from the Aite Group, women CFP® professionals report higher career satisfaction than other women advisors and are more likely to own their own firms. Learn more about the CFP® certification journey at CFP.net.
As more women gain economic power, women financial planners are uniquely positioned to help them grow and protect their wealth.
The Boca Raton Tribune
EDUCATION
Boca Raton Teenager Earns National Recognition in National Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship Contest
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) named Jack Cole, of Boca Raton, the second-place winner (essay category) of its national 2025 Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship Contest and awarded him a $2,500 college scholarship. Jack was chosen for his essay about his grandfather, “Big Poppy,” and his battle with Alzheimer’s disease, and the impact it had on his life, which included writing a children’s book to help other children who had loved ones with Alzheimer’s.
“Jack’s essay about his grandfather, the impact he had on his life, and how it drove him to help other families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s is an inspiring reminder that you’re never too young to make a difference in someone else’s life,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s President and CEO. “We congratulate Jack, thank him for sharing his story, and appreciate his efforts to support other children who have loved ones living with Alzheimer’s.”
Jack’s essay describes Big Poppy as a loving, supportive man with whom he was very close. Following a fall which led to an MRI, Big Poppy was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2018.
“Big Poppy took his diagnosis in stride. He uttered the word Alzheimer’s to us just once and then continued to live his life in the only way he knew how –with a determination, a smile on his face, and a wide open heart,” wrote Jack.
Big Poppy moved from Philadelphia to Florida, where Jack’s family cared for him. Eventually, he had to move into a memory care facility, and Jack visited him every Sunday. During one of the visits, Jack noticed two young children playing a game with their grandmother, similar to how he used to play games together with Big Poppy. Inspired to help reach other kids and make sure they knew they were not alone, he began writing a children’s
adventure novel, “The Card Squad,” based off Big Poppy. During his visits, he would read excerpts from his work to his grandfather and other residents. Big Poppy passed away the week “The Card Squad” was published. Jack views it as Big Poppy’s legacy living on.
“I know I did what he would want me to – make the best of the situation handed to me…Big Poppy taught me so many things, but above all, his battle with Alzheimer’s taught me how to look at the biggest challenges in life, make the most of what I am given, and face those obstacles with a proud persistence and a smile,” Jack wrote in his essay.
Jack recently graduated from Pine Crest Preparatory School in Fort Lauderdale and will be attending Harvard College this fall.
AFA’s annual Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship Contest asks high school seniors to describe how Alzheimer’s disease has impacted their lives, what they have learned about themselves, their families, and their community in the face of this disease, and what their plans are for bringing awareness to the disease in the future. Students can submit entries as essays or videos, and more than 1,200 students entered the 2025 contest. This year, AFA awarded more than $46,000 in college scholarships to 55 students from across the country. More than $527,000 in college scholarships have been awarded since the program’s inception.
For more information about AFA’s Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship Contest, or to make a donation in support of the program, call AFA at 866-2328484 or visit www.alzfdn.org.
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide and to fund research for better treatment and a cure. Its services include a National Toll-Free Helpline (866-2328484) staffed entirely by licensed social workers, caregiver support groups, educational programs and publications for caregivers, dementia-care training for healthcare professionals, the National Memory Screening Program, and more. For more information about AFA, call 866-2328484, visit www.alzfdn.org, or connect with us on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, or LinkedIn. AFA holds Charity Navigator’s top 4-star rating.
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FAU Celebrates Summer 2025 graduates with Three Commencement Ceremonies
By Jada Strayer
Florida Atlantic University awarded nearly 1,800 degrees during its Summer 2025 commencement ceremonies, held at the university’s Boca Raton campus.
The three in-person ceremonies took place inside the Carole and Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium at the FAU Student Union.
“As a nationally recognized Op -
portunity University, Florida Atlantic is proud to prepare students to lead in a changing world,” said FAU President Adam Hasner. “Our summer graduates are redefining possibilities through their achievements and through the impact they are making across our region and the state.”
Of the 1,789 graduates, 222 are first-generation college graduates, 50 earned 4.0 GPA, and the class represented 64 different countries.
The summer graduating class ranged in age from 17 to 71, with 47 graduates over the age of 50 and eight over the age of 60.
FAU alumna Carly Yoost, co-creator of Child Rescue Coalition, served as the featured speaker at all three ceremonies. Yoost was previously honored with the FAU President’s Distinguished Service Medallion in 2019 and the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science Distinguished Alumni Award in 2023.
Serving more than 30,000 students across six campuses in South Florida, FAU holds the prestigious “R1: Very High Research Activity” designation by the Carnegie Classification — a status shared by less than 5% of U.S. universities.
The Boca Raton Tribune
ENTERTAINMENT
Boca Raton Brothers (Ages 6 and 9) “Draw” Big Crowds at NYC Art Gallery Debut
Impressing gallery owners and art enthusiasts in New York City’s highly competitive art scene is no easy task, but this past week it became a reality for Boca Raton, Florida’s Bodhi and Sky Schneider (bodhi-sky.com). The six and nine-year-old sibling duo, known for their unique acrylic pour-paint and resin creations, had their first Solo Art Exhibit at the renowned AGI Fine Art of New York City’s The Loft.
“This is a big moment for me and there’s a very big chance that me and my brother could become famous artists,” said 9-year-old, emerging artist Sky Schneider.
Welcoming hundreds of guests over its three-day run, ‘Bodhi+Sky: Stone and Space’ invited attendees into the vibrant, expressive world of pour painting. The artworks echoed the textures of stones, geodes, and outer space, while also celebrating the boys’ love of pop culture.
The soft opening featured an invite-only group of 50 friends and family, where Bodhi and Sky performed a live pour-painting demonstration, guided by Sky’s thoughtful narration. Over 200+ art lovers attended the exclusive VIP reception on day two.
“Watching Bodhi and Sky grow into their art has been one of the greatest joys of my life,” said Melissa Schneider, mother of the young artists and Co-Founder of Homes Innovation. “What started as messy experiments in our garage three years ago has turned into something I never could have imagined.”
Sabrina Gilbertson, Director of AGI Fine Art, stated, “From the moment we saw their work, we knew
Bodhi and Sky were something special. Their passion, talent, and discipline are far beyond their years. It was an honor to showcase their debut in our gallery, and there’s no doubt, they have a remarkable future ahead.”
“The most powerful moment was seeing people fall in love with the art, and then seeing their faces light up in disbelief when they learned it was made by a 6- and 9-year-old; it was pure magic,” added proud mom, Melissa.
Next up, the boys’ art work will be featured during Miami Art Week, December 5 – 7, 2025, and will include new, Miami-centric, neon designs.
Bodhi+Sky: Stone and Space exhibition swag bags featured out-of-thebox donations, including flavored lip balms from IceCream Sunscreen, Up -
py! electrolyte packs, discount codes from CanvasDiscount.com, and stickers and cards from Pixyit.
“It was heartwarming to see the boys at their best, and guests enjoying our gift bag contribution. Supporting an event that celebrates creativity, connection, and community, while bringing a vibrant splash of color to New York, reflects exactly what CanvasDiscount.com stands for. It was a pleasure to be part of this amazing event,” said Sara Henriques, PR & Partnership Specialist at CanvasDiscounts.com, part of The Customization Group
“Being part of this exhibit and immortalizing their art will forever be a positive memory. We believe every child deserves to have their voice heard and ideas appreciated, and Bodhi + Sky
truly embodied that belief as their creativity lit up the gallery. Truly a sight to behold,” stated Olta Alushi and Yang Cheung, Pixyit Co-Founders.
Melissa Juried Kriebel, South-Florida based IceCream Sunscreen Founder and CEO, said, “Our team has always valued consistency as the key to being successful, and these two prove it. Through years of hard work and practice, these young boys perfected their craft and touched the hearts of hundreds in New York and here in Florida. Thank you for allowing me to contribute.”
“I couldn’t contain my smile seeing the pictures of the event. Absolutely lovely showcase of youthful and artistic creativity. As leader of a family-owned brand and a parent myself, I’m honored I could offer my support,” added Nita Talwar, Founder and CEO of women-owned Uppy!
More About Bodhi & Sky Schneider:
Boca Raton’s Bodhi and Sky Schneider are talented, young brothers bringing a fresh voice to the world of pour painting. Since beginning their artistic journey in 2023, they have sold over 80 original artworks and showcased their creations at eight art festivals. Their dynamic pieces, rich in color and movement, have been featured in the “Truth in Art Show” at the BRIC Center and displayed in local businesses and home décor collections. Bodhi and Sky have studied at the Boca Raton Museum Art School and are members of the Palm Beach Watercolor Society, continuing to grow as artists while inspiring others. https://bodhi-sky.com/
Bodhi, Andreas, Sky, Melissa Schneider Photo Credit: AGI Fine Art
Photo Credit: AGI Fine Art
Tickets Now on Sale for Selwyn Birchwood at Arts Garage in Delray Beach
Arts Garage, a Visual & Performing Arts Venue located in Delray Beach that connects the community to the world through the arts, is proud to welcome back Selwyn Birchwood on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 8 to 10 p.m.Hailed by Rolling Stone as “a powerhouse young guitarist,” Birchwood delivers a dynamic mix of blues, funk, and soul with raw emotion and electrifying stage presence. With every barefoot step and searing guitar lick, Birchwood brings the house down in a performance as thought-provoking as it is unforgettable.
WHEN: Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 8 to 10 p.m.
WHERE: Arts Garage, 94 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444
COST: Tickets are $45-50 (including fees) and available at https:// artsgarage.org/event/selwyn-birchwood-returns-3/ or by calling 561450-6357.
Award-winning Florida bluesman Selwyn Birchwood is redefining modern blues with his explosive blend of electric swamp funk, deep soul, and psychedelic-tinged roots rock. Known for his blistering guitar work, gravelly vocals, and barefoot, high-energy stage presence, Birchwood has captivated audiences around the world— from Rolling Stone-lauded albums to show-stopping performances at fes -
tivals like The Chicago Blues Festival, Montreux Jazz Festival, and The King Biscuit Blues Festival. Backed by his powerhouse band and a bold, original sound he calls “Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues,” Birchwood continues to push the genre forward with every performance, making music that’s equal parts joy, grit, and revival tent fire.
Arts Garage is a Visual & Performing Arts Center in Downtown Delray Beach, Florida that delivers innovative, diverse, and accessible arts experiences to the South Florida community. From Grammy Award-winning musicians to renowned regional talent, Arts Garage showcases performers representing a wide variety of cultures. The Marshall Family Foundation Gallery at Arts Garage features exhibitions by emerging visual artists from South Florida and provides educational programs for adults and children to grow their talents and knowledge of the arts. Located at 94 NE 2nd Avenue in Delray Beach’s Pineapple Grove Arts District (33444), Arts Garage is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported in part by the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, the Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency, and the City of Delray Beach. For more information, call 561-450-6357 or visit artsgarage.org.
Obon Weekend and
Launch the Lantern Dinner Invites
Reflection & Celebration at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens will host its annual Obon Weekend on August 16-17 in Delray Beach.
Obon is a traditional Japanese festival and holiday observed to honor the spirits of one’s ancestors, who are believed to return home for a short time to visit their living relatives.
Bon Alter and Memory Slips
Throughout Obon Weekend, visitors are invited to write the names of departed loved ones and messages on special memory slips, offering a quiet space for remembrance and reflection. Guests may also pay their respects at the bon altar of museum founder George Morikami, lovingly displayed in the Kamiya Room next to the Membership Desk.
Taiko Drumming
Experience the ancient art of taiko drumming. Fushu Daiko will perform live in the Morikami Theater on Saturday and Sunday at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 for members, $10 for non-members (with paid museum admission). Purchase tickets at morikami. org/event/obon-weekend.
Bon Dancing Workshop and Performance
On Saturday, step into the circle of tradition with a Bon Odori workshop led by Fushu Daiko on the museum’s scenic lakefront terrace. This joyful and symbolic Japanese folk dance is performed in unison to honor the spirits of departed loved ones. Participants in the workshop are invited to join the live Bon dance performance afterward, dancing alongside taiko drummers in a moving tribute.
Bon dance workshop starts at 3:30 p.m.
Live Bon dance performance starts at 3:50 p.m. Free with museum admission.
Guiding Lights and Lantern Kits
In honor of Obon, guests can light up their private celebrations and welcome home beloved ancestors’ spirits with a colorful Guiding Light Lantern ($5) or Lantern at Home Kit ($8). Available for purchase in the Morikami Museum Lobby.
Launch the Lantern Dinner Fundraiser – An Exclusive Obon Celebration Celebrate Obon beneath the stars at Morikami’s exclusive Launch the Lantern Dinner on Sunday, from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. This unforgettable evening includes a gourmet, sit-down dinner paired with sake tastings. Guests will also have the opportunity to personalize and decorate their own Obon lanterns. The evening features live taiko drumming and a special floating lantern presentation over the tranquil waters of Lake Morikami. Proceeds from the event support the museum’s 4Es: Exhibitions, Education, Emotional Wellness programs, and Expansion. Tickets are $225 per person. Purchase tickets at morikami.org/event/launch-the-lantern-dinner/.
Obon Weekend admission is $16 for adults; $10 for children; and free for museum members.
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is located at 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 495-0233 or visit morikami.org.
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