Boca Raton Swears in New Mayor and Council Members
Boca Raton city officials gathered Tuesday for an organizational meeting, where outgoing council members gave remarks and the new mayor and council members took the oath of office.
The meeting included the selection of a new deputy mayor, the City Redevelopment Agency (CRA) chair and vice chair, and the city’s representative to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. Additional appointments included representatives and alternates for the Interlocal Plan Amendment Review Committee (IPRAC), a voting delegate and alternate for the Palm Beach County League of Cities, and representatives and alternates for the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO).
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6. Pick 9. Marching band member
13. North one or South one, in Asia
14. Morse Code dash
15. Root of iris
16. Indian black tea
17. Mother lode stuff
18. Disinclined
19. *Mad as a ____
21. *Fit as a ____ 23. Pilgrimage to Mecca
24. *____ A Sketch
25. R&R destination
28. Table, in Mexico
30. Aerie baby
35. Otter’s den 37. *____ as a button
39. Type of union
40. Axillary, in biology
41. *Bored to ____
43. Fit of shivering
44. Treated with calcium hydroxide
46. Recipe amt.
47. Not fiction
48. *Lawrence and DiCaprio movie “Don’t ____ ____”
50. Like some hard times
52. *To the ____ degree
53. Not less
55. *Hi-____ graphics
57. *Fly off the ____
60. *Storm in a ____
63. Louisiana swamp
64. *”____ whiz!”
66. Did like a lunatic
68. Mr. T and friends
69. *Am is to I a ____ is to we
70. Certain pudding ingredient
71. Mosquito net, e.g.
72. Local area network
73. Leavening agent
“He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?” - Romans 8:32
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2. Silly talk
3. Minor one in the sky
4. Not o’er
5. Type of gong instrument
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7. *____ for the course
8. *”Grand ____ Auto”
9. Walked on
10. Caspian Sea feeder
11. *”Take a ____ Out of Crime”
12. Type of tree
15. Idiom for outdated or trite (2 words)
20. Tape deck button
22. *Break the ____ 24. Palatable
25. *____ we dance?
26. President Franklin Roosevelt’s diagnosis
27. *”Remember the ____!”
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33. Something educed
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36. Hiker’s journey
38. Gaelic language
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49. D.C. mover and shaker
51. Not very far
54. Fit for a king
56. Go “Boo!”
57. *A ____-hate relationship
58. Pirates’ affirmatives
59. Famous flood survivor
60. *Nirvana’s “Smells Like ____ Spirit”
61. Iris holder
62. *Three ____ in a pod
63. “Kapow!”
65. Pitcher’s stat
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COMMUNITY
Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Preschool Expansion at Peter Blum Family YMCA
By Caris Weinberg
The Peter Blum Family YMCA held a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday morning for a preschool expansion project designed to increase access to early learning for families across South Palm Beach County.Sports Coaching & Training
The ceremony marked the start of construction on the new addition. The project is part of the YMCA of South Palm Beach County’s “Building Possibilities” campaign, which aims to expand programs and deepen community impact. The new facility will add three new classrooms and increase capacity for young children in the program that already experiences high demand.
The ceremony brought together volunteers, board members, leadership, donors, and community supporters who have played a role in advancing the YMCA’s mission.
Jason Hagensick, President and CEO,
spoke at the event, opening it by recognizing those efforts.
“This expansion is possible because of you,” Hagensick said, thanking volunteers, staff, and leadership. He added that the YMCA creates “a place where children feel safe, families feel connected.”
Terry Fedele, Board of Trustees Secretary and chair of the Building Possibil-
ities campaign, emphasized the broader vision behind the project. “What we do matters,” Fedele said, noting the growing need for services and describing the expansion as an investment in the future of local children and families.
Shea Ciarletta, Vice President of Development, highlighted the urgent need driving the expansion. The current pre-
school serves 104 students ages one through five and recently saw 45 students join a waitlist within minutes of enrollment opening. He described the project as “an answer to a very real need.”Geographic Reference
The expansion will accommodate 35 additional students and include a dedicated STEAM classroom, creating new opportunities for early childhood development in a supportive environment.
The project is supported by numerous donors, including the Schmidt Family Foundation, Kathy and Paul Adkins, Eleanor Baldwin, Nicole and Mark Grimes, Linda and Doug Payton, Elizabeth Banke-Warren and Chris Warren, and Lucy Craske.
Construction is now underway, with YMCA leaders expressing optimism that the new space will soon serve more families while strengthening the organization’s impact across Boca Raton.
Can the new Boca Raton City Council Work Together?
By Marci Shatzman
Three of the five new Boca city council members may be governing newbies. West Boca Real Estate
But veteran councilman and frequent no-voter Andy Thomson is now both the new mayor and at Tuesday’s swearing-in was chosen by his peers to chair the crucial downtown CRA district. And a CPA with government auditing experience, Michelle Grau was unanimously appointed deputy mayor. Sitting councilwoman until early January 2027, Yvette Drucker offered mentorship to new appointees. And formerly contentious opponents promised to, as newly elected Save Boca organized opposition founder Jon Pearlman said, “to put forward a new path for the city.”
“It’s time to rebuild trust and move forward together,” Grau added.
A record voter turnout March 10 called for a different vision of leadership, replacing deteriorating city buildings, enhancing Memorial Park and reimaging downtown. So, Pearlman, Save Boca’s Stacy Sipple, a seven-decade resident, and Grau were sworn in by their respective spouses. Thomson repeated the oath read by Pastor David Cassidy, lead pastor at Spanish River Church.
Departing CRA chair and Councilman Marc Wigder and Deputy Mayor Fran Nachlas, who were not re-elected, said their thank yous and goodbyes. As did term-limited Mayor Scott Singer, now running for congress. They posed for a final photo together. City & Local Guides
After a 25-minute break, the new council chose appointees mentioned above and to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. In other business, appointees and alternates were self-selected for IPARC (Interlocal Plan Amendment Review Committee); Palm Beach County League of Cities, and MPO (Metropolitan Planning Organization). Drucker is chair of the Palm Beach County MPO.
“My intention is to get to work,” Thomson said. The first new city council regular meeting is 6 p.m. Tuesday April 14.
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She Knew How to See Beauty
By: Douglas Heizer
She passed away on March 21, 2026, at 91 years old. Her name was Oleda Baker DiMeola — and if you’ve been reading the Boca Raton Tribune since our earliest days, you know exactly who I’m talking about.Print Subscriptions
Oleda was one of our first columnists. From the very beginning, in 2010, she contributed her column Oleda Talks — a window into beauty, wellness, and the kind of aging that refuses to apologize for itself. She wrote with experience, authority, and a warmth that came from a life fully lived.
She had been a high fashion model in New York City — one of the first
sharing wisdom. There’s a difference — and our readers felt it.
Boca Raton has been shaped by people who chose to plant roots here and give back. Oleda was one of them. Her column brought readers something rare: practical insight wrapped in genuine care. She believed that beauty — real beauty — was something every person already carried. She just helped you find it.Centennial Souvenirs
In the coming weeks, the Tribune will republish Oleda’s original columns as a tribute. Read them. Not as nostalgia, but as guidance from a woman who knew a thing or two about living well. https://www.bocaratontribune.com/
with the legendary Wilhelmina Agency. She authored ten books on beauty published by major houses like Prentice-Hall and Doubleday. She founded her own company, Oleda and Company, Inc., in 1972. She taught makeup techniques to women leaving New York’s prison system. She appeared on a pre-fame Oprah Winfrey’s show, where she told Oprah — with the calm confidence that defined her — “Oprah, you’re hiding your beauty.” At 38, with no prior experience, she picked up a paintbrush and became a self-taught artist who exhibited in museums.
And in the middle of all of that, she found time to write for us.
For a newspaper launched on January 15, 2010, with the belief that community journalism still matters, Oleda was exactly the kind of voice we needed. She wasn’t chasing trends. She was
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People who knew her often said she was beautiful — and then quickly added: inside and out. That was the truest thing anyone could say. My wife Dini and I had the pleasure of knowing Oleda and Richard personally, and I can tell you: they were inseparable. Seeing them together, you understood that a life well-lived isn’t just about what you accomplish — it’s about who you choose to walk alongside. Those moments we shared with them are ones we will always carry with us.
Our deepest condolences to her husband Richard, her son David, her stepchildren, and her grandchildren. Boca Raton lost a quietly extraordinary person.
Rest well, Oleda. The words remain.
SOLVITUR AMBULANDO
Otium Cum
By Douglas G Logan
Dignitate
Otium cum dignitate is a Latin phrase translating to “leisure with dignity,” coined by the Roman orator Cicero to describe a dignified, peaceful retirement or private life focused on study, contemplation, and virtue. It represents a balanced alternative to political ambition (negotium) or lazy idleness. It is not simply doing nothing; it is a productive leisure characterized by “worth-worthiness, propriety, and self-respect,” often involving study, philosophy, and arts.
I have adopted this phrase as my mantra for aging. It is a part of my email signature block. It runs counter to the way I have led two of the three chapters in my life. “Going To Do”; “Doing”; and “I Did”. It provides me with an answer to those who continually ask me, “What are you doing now?”.
Basically, nothing. And, I am extremely happy doing very little. I am a collector of stray prose fragments; particularly those that resonate with me. I have this one in my notebook.
“In the pursuit of happiness, many people assume that finding a sense of purpose is the key to fulfilling their golden years. However, a fascinating shift in psychological understanding suggests that the true path to contentment after 70 may lie in something far simpler – the permission to exist without the pressure to constantly produce,
achieve, or prove one’s worth.”
Changing gears, going through the transition from frenzied, kinetic activity to serene, relatively static living requires time, frequently many months, or years. And the understanding and re-clarifying of values. Who I am is far more important than what I do. And, they are not synonymous.
It often requires going through the five stages of loss, as expressed years ago by the brilliant Elizabeth KüblerRoss. Denial. Anger. Bargaining. Depression. Acceptance. However, I have found that the life you gain greatly offsets the life you have lost.
“The secret of happiness is not in seeking more, but in developing the capacity for enjoying less.”
Socrates
The left over cod sandwich I made for my lunch. The Catahoula Leopard dog who made eye contact with steely blue eyes, then licked my hand at the coffee shop. The robins have arrived. Pesach and Easter are around the corner. Starting to pack for my trip to Rockford and Boise. The Yankees are undefeated. Duke vs St John’s, tonight.
“The two most important days in your life are the day you were born, and the day you find out why.”
Mark Twain
I am here to be good and to do good. Pretty simple.
MONDAY MANNA
Strategies For Achieving Success
By Robert J. Tamasy
The “how-to” section of most bookstores and libraries is typically the most popular. People are eager to learn how to do things, from making furniture to getting their finances under control to learning to lose weight. If you do not know how to do something, there are books available that can tell you how.
There are many such books relating to the business and professional world, including how to build a successful career. If you are a salesperson, you can learn how many calls you should make each day or how to close a sales deal. If you are an executive, books will tell you how to be an effective leader, how to create and manage a high-performing team, and how to use time productively.
Regardless of the role you have in the marketplace, however, we can find some universal “how-to” principles in the Bible for how to experience a fulfilling, God-honoring career. Here are some of them:
Be Prepared. Whether going into an interview, participating in a meeting, making a sales presentation, or just starting a new workday, we need to be prepared. Even to the point of expecting the unexpected. When opportunities present themselves, we need to be ready to respond. “Be very careful, then, how you live – not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil” (Ephesians 5:15-16).
Be Present. Rather than dwelling on the past or dreaming about the future, it is critical to remain fully aware and engaged in the current moment, concentrating on the “here and now.” We cannot undo what has occurred in the past, and what the future holds can be greatly influenced by what we do right now. In addition, those we work with and interact with need our full attention. “…better a neighbor nearby than a brother far away” (Proverbs 27:10). “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work. If one falls down, his friend can help him up, but pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up!” (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10).
Be Patient. One of the hardest things in life and work is remaining patient when whatever we are hoping to achieve is slow in coming. This is where trust and faith, not only in ourselves but also in God and His plans, are important. “We want each of you to show this same diligence to the very end, in order to make your hope sure. We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised” (Hebrews 6:11-12).
Be Persevering. Sometimes failure is a result of not trying one more time. Achieving success often requires being willing to stick with the process and not surrendering to discouragement. “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil is not in vain in the Lord” (1 Corinthians 15:58).
Be Praying. For followers of Jesus Christ, our belief in His calling and that we are exactly where He has placed us for this moment gives us hope. With this in mind, we should maintain an attitude of prayer, always seeking His wisdom and direction regardless of the circumstances we are facing. “Pray continually” (1 Thessalonians 5:17). “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him” (James 1:5).
© 2026. Robert J. Tamasy has written Marketplace Ambassadors: CBMC’s Continuing Legacy of Evangelism and Discipleship; Business at Its Best: Timeless Wisdom from Proverbs for Today’s Workplace; Pursuing Life With a Shepherd’s Heart, coauthored with Ken Johnson; andThe Heart of Mentoring, coauthored with David A. Stoddard, and numerous other books and magazine articles. Bob’s biweekly blog is: www.bobtamasy.blogspot.com.
Reflection/Discussion Questions
What ideas or principles have been guiding you as you seek to succeed and excel in your work? Are you influenced by the latest and greatest fads, people who emerge promising to provide the “secrets” to being successful and prosperous in the marketplace? Explain your answer.
Obviously, the Bible is not a book that focuses solely on the marketplace. Why do you think we should have confidence in applying principles from the Scriptures to our everyday workplace responsibilities and challenges?
Many other biblical principles could have been cited, but which of the ones presented in this Monday Manna seems most meaningful for you? Being prepared? Being positive? Persevering? Or something else?
Have you ever considered prayer as an important aspect for pursuing success in the business and professional world? In what ways might you consider praying about situations you are dealing with right now?
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Admit Your Failure So You Can Receive God’s Grace FAITH
By Rick Warren
“There is no one on earth who does what is right all the time and never makes a mistake.” Ecclesiastes 7:20 (GNT)
For many of us, failure seems like the unpardonable sin. We idolize success. But that kind of pressure creates major stress in our lives. The fear of failure has many different faces. It can cause you to be indecisive, a workaholic, and a perfectionist who clings to safety. Because we’re afraid to fail, we shun all kinds of risks.
The fear of failure can have an iron grip on our hearts. Even some of the best and brightest people in the world are impacted by the fear of failure.
That’s why I urge you to internalize this one simple message: We’ve all made mistakes. It’s not just a “you problem”; it’s a human problem. The Bible says, “There is no one on earth who does what is right all the time and never makes a mistake” (Ecclesiastes 7:20 GNT).Christianity
Not only have you made mistakes in the past, but you’ll also make more in the future. I guarantee it. Even playing it safe and refusing to take risks is a mistake.
As a pastor, I would hear people ask all the time, “What if I fail?” I asked them, “What do you mean if?”
You’ve already failed many, many times in life. So have I. In fact, you’re a failure in an area of your life right now. And you’ll fail a lot more in the future.
Even superstars stumble. The greatest professional basketball players only sink about half their shots. And the best professional baseball players get a hit only about one out of every three times at bat. Failure is normal.
You’ll never overcome your fear of failure until you fully accept the reality that you’re not perfect.
The Bible says there is only one failure you need to fear: “Be careful that no one fails to receive God’s grace” (Hebrews 12:15 NCV).
You need grace. We all do!
Only when we let go of the fear of failure will it let go of its maddening grip on our lives. Once that happens, we can fully accept the grace of God.
Talk It Over
In what area of your life do you most fear failure, and why?
How does your fear of failure prevent you from taking important risks?
How can you and a friend encourage each other to pursue God’s plan for your lives without fear of failure?
Boca Raton Swears in New Mayor and Council Members
Boca Raton city officials gathered Tuesday for an organizational meeting, where outgoing council members gave remarks and the new mayor and council members took the oath of office.City & Local Guides
The meeting included the selection of a new deputy mayor, the City Redevelopment Agency (CRA) chair and vice chair, and the city’s representative to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. Additional appointments included representatives and alternates for the Interlocal Plan Amendment Review Committee (IPRAC), a voting delegate and alternate for the Palm Beach County League of Cities, and representatives and alternates for the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO).
Outgoing Mayor Scott Singer, Deputy Mayor Fran Nachlas, and council member Marc Wigder reflected on their service, thanking residents, city staff, and other officials while discussing public service, democratic values, and Boca Raton’s future.
Andy Thompson was sworn in as mayor, along with council members Michelle Grau, Jon Pearlman, and Sta
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and protecting Boca Raton’s parks and public spaces. They also spoke about unifying the community following the election.
Council member Yvette Drucker, whose term runs through January 2027, highlighted the importance of community and collaboration while addressing ongoing challenges such as infrastructure, affordability, and maintaining quality of life.
The council then moved to organizational business. Grau was named deputy mayor, Thompson was selected as CRA chair, and Drucker as vice chair. Pearlman will serve as the city’s representative to the Affordable Housing Advisory Commitee, and Sipple will serve on the Auditor Selection Committee and IPRAC. Grau was named the city’s voting delegate to the Palm Beach County League of Cities. The council also designated representatives and alternates for the MPO.
Looking ahead, Thompson said the council plans to dedicate Memorial Park at its first regular meeting of the new term, if possible, and to outline a broader plan for municipal facilities.
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cy Sipple. Family members, spouses, and Pastor David Cassidy of Spanish River Church administered the oaths
of office.
The newly elected officials emphasized transparency, fiscal responsibility,
Delray Beach Welcomes New Commissioner in Wednesday Meeting
By Isaiah Sewell
Following recent elections in Delray, new commissioners were sworn into the Delray City Commission. Beaches & Islands
March 25 marked another Delray City Commission meeting, in which Angela Burns and Judy Mollica were officially sworn in as seats four and two respectively.
This is following the recent Palm Beach County elections in which Mollica beat out Dolores Rang and Andrea Kaiser with 40.3% of votes according to Florida Politics.
Mollica replaced Rob Long, who served as Vice Mayor from 2023-2025.
The oath of office was also administered to Angela Burns, who was originally sworn in March 2023.
Burns was also appointed as Vice Mayor, and Tom Market was appointed Deputy Vice Mayor.
Additionally, a big topic of discussion at the meeting was Vision 2035.
Vision 2035 is an ongoing project that will serve as “the basis for the City’s future trajectory regarding numerous policy directives and outcomes for the community,” according to the Boards and Commissions website.
The report was given by Sheryl Trent from Raftelis, a consulting organization for local governments and leaders.
Trent introduced 5 key focus areas for Delray: Economic development, education, environment, historical preservation, and strategic development, as well as some goals including advocation for economic support, promotion of the arts and small businesses, restoring the education board, expanding and maintaining open spaces, increasing historic designations, and focusing on citywide transportation.
However, the documents received pushback from Commissioner Julie Casale, who felt there needed to be more action and implementation.
“You’re leaving us with these documents but at the end of the day when I go through it, and I did a couple times, I don’t know where to go next,” said Casale. “We need to figure out a way to get this report to be a reality.”
Additionally, Burns urged the commission to focus on three priorities they have and then move forward.
This article was written by intern Isaiah Sewell under the supervision of Stacy Carchman.
EDUCATION
23 Teachers Honored at Boca Raton’s 40th Annual Teacher of The Year Celebration
By Caris Weinberg
Twenty-three outstanding educators were recognized Thursday evening at the 40th Annual Teacher of the Year Celebration, hosted by the Rotary Club of Boca Raton Sunrise in partnership with the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce’s Golden Bell Foundation at The Studio at Mizner Park.West Boca Real Estate
Each year, the event honors exceptional educators from Boca Raton’s public schools across a range of grade levels and subject areas, recognizing their dedication, leadership, and lasting impact on students in the community.
The event was co-chaired by Susan Weinblatt of the Rotary Club of Boca Raton Sunrise and Mandy Forrester of the Golden Bell Foundation, both of whom delivered remarks during the program.
Additional speakers included Deborah J. Stenner, a three-time Teacher of the Year recipient; Troy McClellan, president and CEO of the Greater Boca Raton Chamber and a Golden Bell board member; Michael Burke, superintendent of the Palm Beach County School District; and Frank Barbieri, founder of the Teacher of the Year program, Rotarian, and former school board chair.
“The Teacher of the Year awards recognize that you represent hundreds of these special moments, that you represent the gifts you give to the children of this society. Events like this one, which honor your individual accomplishments, are really so important,” Stenner said.
“This event has really become a hallmark celebration of our public schools and of course the teachers in them who are educating our future business leaders, the people who are going to lead our communities,” McClellan said.Demographics
“My parents taught me when I was young that teachers were among the most important people in my life and that they deserved real respect and real gratitude. That has stayed with me my whole life and through my many years on the school board,” Barbieri said.
During the cocktail hour, guests enjoyed performances by the Boca Raton Choral Group and the Spanish River Jazz Band, along with food prepared by the West Boca Culinary Academy.
The Olympic Heights Marine Corps JROTC presented the colors before the awards ceremony began.
Each educator was recognized on stage and presented with an award by Barbieri and Rotary President Fred Licata. A video highlighting each honoree’s work was shown, detailing where they teach, what they teach, and their impact on students. The videos also fea-
tured school principals explaining why each educator was selected, along with remarks from the honorees reflecting on the recognition.
Each teacher received a plaque, a $300 gift card, and additional gifts courtesy of the Golden Bell Foundation and event sponsors.
The Rotary Club of Boca Raton Sunrise is a community service organization dedicated to making a positive impact globally through initiatives focused on education, youth programs, and community development. The Golden Bell Foundation is a nonprofit partner that supports teacher awards and grants, helping fill gaps and provide essential resources for education in Boca Raton.Education
2026 Rotary Teacher of the Year Honorees
Ella Pillitteri – AD Henderson University School / FAU High School
Kathryn Vecchio – Addison Mizner School
Nicole J. Wallace – Blue Lake Elementary School
Rachel Bennett – Boca Raton Elementary School
Kimberly Carlo – Boca Raton High School
Lonnie Varela – Boca Raton Middle School
Grace Marie O’Dowd-Curra – Calusa Elementary School
Cherise Chase – Coral Sunset Elementary School
Michelle Stuart – Del Prado Elementary School
Heather Tully – Don Estridge Middle School
Allison Nelson – Eagles Landing Middle School
Erika Dunlea – Hammock Pointe Elementary School
Ebony Harden – J.C. Mitchell Elementary School
Joseph Ametrano – Loggers’ Run Middle School
Marta Sjövall-Brihammar – Olympic Heights High School
Nathaly Ibarra-Rumsey – Omni Middle School
Kerry Maione – Sandpiper Shores Elementary School
Nichole Lee – Spanish River High School
Robyn Marcus – Sunrise Park Elementary School
Chelsey Boothney – Verde K-8
Michelle Wagner – Waters Edge Elementary School
Debra Rosenblum – West Boca Raton High School
Stacy-Ann Garbos – Whispering Pines Elementary School
ENTERTAINMENT
What to Do in Boca Raton This Weekend, April 3—April 5
By Caris Weinberg
Looking for things to do in Boca Raton this weekend? A full schedule of activities is planned from April 3 through April 5, offering something for residents and visitors of all ages.Demographics
Events include holiday fun at the mall with photos alongside the Easter Bunny, free fun Saturday at the Boca Raton History Museum, and family-friendly experiences at the Boca Raton Museum of Art. Outdoor enthusiasts can take outdoor fitness classes, while those seeking entertainment can enjoy live theater performances.
Each week, The Boca Raton Tribune highlights local events happening throughout Boca Raton and nearby communities. Here is what’s happening this weekend.
Easter Bunny Photo Experience at Town Center at Boca Raton
Strike a pose, the Easter Bunny has arrived for photos at Town Center at Boca Raton. Families are invited to reserve a visit and take part in the festive tradition. The Easter Bunny is available for photos through April 4.
Photo sessions are available Wednesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Spring Time Fun at The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum
Enjoy free admission and a full day of family-friendly activities on Saturday, April 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests can take part in a spring scavenger hunt, sidewalk chalk, face painting, and a story time throughout the day.
Creative fun includes “Hat-tastic Creations” workshops at 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., where participants can design
their own hats with instructor Michelle Sherman.
Morning Makers at The Boca Raton Museum of Art
Families can enjoy a creative, handson art experience on Saturday at 11:30 a.m., designed for children ages 5-12. The program begins with a guided gallery visit followed by a studio session where participants can create their own artwork inspired by current exhibits.
In April, the workshop explores expressive text-based art, with families creating colorful pieces based on meaningful words or phrases.
Pre-registration is required, and pric-
ing varies for members and non-members.
Butterfly Gardening at Daggerwing Nature
Learn about local butterflies and how to attract them during a guided tour on Saturday, April 4 at 10:30 a.m. at Daggerwing Nature Center. Participants will explore the butterfly garden and discover tips for creating their own at home.
The program is designed for ages 5 and older. Admission is $5 per participant, and reservations are required.
“Camelot” at The Wick Theatre Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m.
and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. The Lerner and Loewe musical, inspired by Arthurian legend, follows King Arthur’s dream of a noble kingdom when Queen Guenevere falls for the valiant Lancelot. The production features a score including “If Ever I Would Leave You,” and runs through April 12.
Story Time at the Children’s Science Explorium
The Children’s Science Explorium at Sugar Sand Park hosts its weekly Story Time program on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. The event features science-inspired stories selected by staff and includes interactive elements designed to engage young audiences.
Saturday Morning Pilates at Wildflower Park
Free, beginner-friendly Pilates classes are held Saturdays at 9 a.m. at Wildflower Park through August 29. The sessions take place along the scenic Intracoastal Waterway. Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle.
Yoga at Wildflower Park
Free drop-in yoga sessions continue on Sundays at Wildflower Park through August 30. The drop-in classes are from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Sunday mornings and do not require registration. Participants are asked to bring their own yoga mat and water bottle.
The Boca Greens Market at Royal Palm PlaceCity & Local Guides
The Boca Greens Market takes place every Sunday through May from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Royal Palm Place, near the clock tower in front of Another Broken Egg Cafe. The market features seasonal offers, artisanal foods, handcrafted goods, and live music. Admission is free.
Easter Week Events-March 30-April
5-Palm Beach area
By Stacy Carchman
FUN! FUN! FUN!…..There will be many festive events in the Boynton, Delray, and West Palm Beach area during Easter week. Easter egg hunts and easter brunch are on the agenda for next weekend! You can stop by the Muse Paintbar in West Palm Beach and create an Easter flowerpot creation or attend the Farmer’s market in downtown West Palm Beach. There are always things to do in the area from the Norton museum to activities at the Green Cay Nature Center in West Boynton. There are many events in Old School Square in downtown Delray including the First Friday Art Walk and Yoga. In West Palm Beach, you can also attend Clematis By Night on April 2 and the Downtown West Palm Beach art festival on the weekend. In Boynton, you can enjoy live music on Friday night and and egg hunt on Saturday, along with Rock the Plaza off Woolbright Avenue and Federal Highway. Go out and enjoy the festivities!Visual Art & Design
Muse Paint Bar:
On Saturday, April 4, the newly opened Muse Paintbar in West Palm Beach, is hosting a festive “Pot of Joy” painting event, where guests can create a charming spring scene featuring a bunny popping out of a flowerpot. No art experience required!
Led by Muse’s artist instructors, this step-by-step class is designed for everyone from beginners to seasoned creatives, making it an ideal outing for date night, a girls’ afternoon, or a family-friendly Easter celebration. The session runs from 3:30–5:30 p.m. and is priced at $42 per person, with the added bonus of Muse’s elevated food and beverage menu available to enjoy while you paint.
Green Cay Nature Center
Located west of Boynton Beach.
Animal Feedings
Thursdays, 2:15 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. and 2:15 p.m.
All ages. Free. No reservations required.
Animal Encounters
Fridays; 2:15 p.m.
All ages. Free. No reservations required.
Guided ½ Mile Boardwalk Tours
Wednesdays-Saturdays; times vary
All ages. Free. No reservations required.
Saturday, April 4, 9:30 a.m.
Learn the basics of archery with a USA Archery Certified instructor. Equipment provided. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water and sun protection.
Ages 8 and older. $10 per participant. Reservations required. Limit 12.
Delray School Square
First Friday Art Walk (April 3): Explore local art galleries and exhibitions in Downtown Delray, 6 PM – 9 PM at the Cornell Art Museum.
Florida Panthers Block Party (April 3): Celebratory event with games and food trucks at Old School Square, 5 PM – 8 PM at the Amphitheatre at Old School Square.
Yoga in the Museum (April 3): Gentle yoga session at the Cornell Art Museum, 11 AM – 12 PM at the Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square.
Bunny Bash and Play. Sat, Apr 4 • 12:00 PM. -Downtown
Easter Sunday Brunch & Bunnies @ THRōW Social Delray Beach! Sun, Apr 5 • 11:00 AM. THRōW Social Delray Beach.
West Palm Beach Clematis by Night (April 2 – leading into weekend): Free live music at West Palm Beach Waterfront, 6 PM – 9 PM at West Palm Beach Waterfront.
Norton Museum:
Art After Dark / A New Experience Every Friday Night!
Art After Dark mixes art and enter tainment every Friday night! Enjoy live performances, film screenings, art work shops, and more.Visual Art & Design
Join a Tour!
EVERY FRIDAY, 5:30 & 7 pm
Explore great works in the Norton’s Collection led by one of the Museum’s fine docents.
Open Studio: Art Workshops
EVERY FRIDAY, 6 – 9 pm
Join teaching artists as they lead drop-in style art-making sessions. All ages and experience levels welcome. Ma terials included.
Jazz Friday FIRST FRIDAYS, 7 pm
This popular monthly series features performances by some of the best jazz musicians in South Florida and beyond!
15th Annual Downtown Art Festi val (April 5-6): Held at CityPlace, this event showcases local and national art, featuring paintings, sculptures, and jew elry.
West Palm Beach GreenMarket (Sat urday, April 4): Shop local produce and goods in downtown West Palm Beach.
Easter Activities (April 3-5):
Ethnobotany-Specific Tours
Saturdays, 11 a.m.
All ages. Free.
Archery 101
Dining: Elisabetta’s Ristorante offers Easter specials, including lobster “Maritozza”.music and activities at various plazas
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OBITUARY
Oleda Baker DiMeola Obituary
Oleda is survived by her husband, Richard of 26 years; son, David (Carmen) Pettis of Florida; stepson Scott (Meenakshi) Baker of NYC; embraced stepdaughters Kathy (David) Scanlan of Bow, NH; Daryl (John) Lucke of Pittsburgh, PA; Sue (Tim) Allaire of Plymouth, MA; and Ann (Walter) Grote of Boston, MA; sister Carmen Bailey of TX; and grandchildren David Paul, Alison and Sean.Celebrity tribute page
Born in Plant City, Florida, Oleda grew up in Miami and graduated from Miami Edison High School. After some local modeling in Florida, she went to New York City and became a high fashion model, originally with the Plaza Five Agency, and then as one of the first models with the famed Wilhelmina Agency, posing for print ads in magazines and newspapers and performing in numerous TV commercials over the years.
Oleda authored ten beauty books, published by Prentice-Hall, Doubleday and others. The latest is titled, “Breaking the Age Barrier” (2010). Others include “The I Hate to Make Up Book,” “How to Create the Illusion of a More Perfect Figure,” “29 Forever,” “Be a Woman,” and “The Models’ Way to Beauty, Slenderness and Glowing Health,” among others. She also wrote a novel, titled, “Reluctant Goddess, the woman who has everything–except a man to love her for herself!”
She founded Oleda and Company, Inc. in 1972 in New York City to develop health, beauty and anti-aging products. The company, which specialized in products such as the Oleda Wrin -
Texas, in 1990. She had been retired from business for the last ten years.Celebrity tribute page Oleda had a knack for recognizing and bringing out beauty in other
anticipation of being released by teaching them basic makeup techniques and simple fashion tricks to compliment an individual’s skin tone and posture.
Among the many magazine articles she wrote, one in Cosmopolitan Magazine drew budding talk show host Oprah Winfrey’s attention, who interviewed Oleda about it on her (pre-fame) show, People Are Talking in Baltimore (circa 1980). Taken by her angelic beauty, Oprah told Oleda she could never be as attractive as she was, to which Oleda replied, “Oprah, you’re hiding your beauty.”
At age 38, Oleda got the urge to become an artist. Never having had a paintbrush in her hand before, she went to an artists’ supply store in New York City, bought all the necessary equipment and began her career as a creator of oil paintings. She perfected her innate talent and developed into a selftaught, visionary artist with exhibitions of her work in museums (Wichita, KS, DeLand, FL) and various galleries over the years (the last at Gallery 22, Boca Raton, FL).
Recognized for her youthful beauty all her life, people who knew her have often admired that beauty and then have been quick to add, “inside and out.”
itation: 9:30 am, Service: 10 am.Babione Funeral Home,10060 Calle Comercio
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PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 2026-CP-000427 NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of HOWARD JULLIAN GLATT, deceased, whose date of death was November 27, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Palm Beach County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is PBC Clerk & Comptroller’s Office, Attn: Probate Department, 200 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444. 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 required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE 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. The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 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.
Attorney for Personal Representative: CHARLES Z. KALCHMAN, ESQ. 323 Sunny Isles Blvd, Suite 700 Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
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Personal Representative: GEORGE MELVIN GLATT 815 NE 174th Street North Miami Beach, Florida 33162
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