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Boating and Beach 3-Mile Bike Ride JARC Helps Get Out With Mayor Haynie The Vote in Boca Bash March 12 BOCA RATON, FL – The American Disabilities Foundation will emphasize healthful living and quality of life issues at its Eighth Annual Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, simply known as “the Bash.” The nation’s largest free, one-day event for people with special needs, the Bash will take place Saturday, March 12, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., at Spanish River Park, 3001 State Road A1A, in Boca Raton.

Since introducing guests to the benefits of yoga and meditation at last year’s Mind Body Spirit Center, Bash organizers are seeking to expand the event’s focus on health and well-being, this year. “We’re excited to offer educational opportunities, health assessments and sporting events at this year’s Bash,” Jay Van Vechten, Executive Director of the American Disabilities Foundation, states. “Our hope is to inspire guests in recognizing the true potential of their abilities, instead of focusing on their disabilities.”

Care to Dance?

Among the myriad new activities planned for this year’s Bash, guests and their caregivers with neuro-muscular challenges, such as Parkinson’s disease, will have an opportunity to learn dance techniques from Boca Ballet Theatre professionals. Participants Continued on page 3

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ayor of the City of Boca Raton, Susan Haynie officially proclaimed March 2016 Bicycle Month on. She is happy to announce that Boca Raton now has over 57 miles of bicycle lanes and 36 miles of bike/shared use paths.

She encourages all residents to participate in bicycle relatedactivities in March and thereafter.

To celebrate bike month, the City of Boca Raton will be hosting a 3-mile downtown bike ride with Mayor Haynie and the City Council during the WPEC CBS 12 Health and Wellness Fair. The fair is held at the Mizner Park Amphitheater on Saturday March 19th, on Ride Day. The fair is from 10am-4pm and Mayor Haynie and the City Council will be on wheels! Bike America will be an event sponsor and will outfit the entire City Council with bikes and gear. Bike America will also provide a bike safety exhibit during the event and they will raffle off apparel and accessories.

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Last month, JARC Florida, a non-profit, non-sectarian organization that currently operates ten group homes for adults with developmental disabilities in Boca Raton, hosted the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections to assist more than 150 JARC clients who chose to vote in the Presidential primary election. Clients voted via absentee ballot with the support of the Supervisor of Elections staff. Back in September, hundreds of clients registered to vote in this year’s election. This was the first time JARC’s Boca Raton facility will serve as a polling location for clients, many who require extra assistance.

According to Nancy Freiwald, Director of Program Services for JARC, clients are encouraged to vote but in past years had to go to designated local polling places where they were not permitted to receive assistance while voting.

“To have a polling location right here in our facility is a win-win opportunity,” said Freiwald. “Our clients will now have the opportunity to vote Continued on page 6

Help Light Up The Miracle League Field

First Annual Dinner on the Diamond Fundraiser April 2

By Caryn Stumpfl, The Pineapple Managing Editor

It’s that time of year again for America’s annual rite of spring: baseball! As the season begins across the country for Little Leaguers and MLB players alike, it’s great to know that even kids with different abilities can hear the umpire’s call of “PLAY BALL,” and participate on the baseball diamond, thanks to organizations like the Miracle League of Palm Beach County.

The Miracle League, located at 1905 Southwest 4th Ave. in Delray Beach at Miller Park, is dedicated to providing the opportunity for all children to play baseball regardless of their ability. They help kids from age 5-18 with mental and physical challenges achieve the same “field of dreams” as their healthy peers – to play ball.

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Impact 100 Palm Beach County To Hold The “Prince and Princess” of Jewish Music Perform March 12 Fifth Annual Grand Awards Ceremony

Congregation B’nai Israel (CBI) will host a public concert featuring the “Prince and Princess” of Jewish contemporary music, Neshama Carlebach and Josh Nelson. The concert will be held on Saturday, March 12 and will serve as the artists’ only South Florida public show this year.

Tickets to the event range from $36 for general admission to $65, $100 $150 for reserved sanctuary seating and can be purchased at Congregation B’nai Israel. The doors open at 7 p.m. and will start with a cocktail party with light bites and a pre-show featuring musical performances by several CBI musical groups and talents, followed by the concert starting at 8 p.m.

“We are very honored and so excited to be able to welcome these top two Jewish

musical giants in concert at our synagogue,” said Steve Allen, executive director of Congregation B’nai Israel. “Josh Nelson and Neshama Carlebach are superstars in their own rights, and about a year ago combined their talents musically to form the most explosive, meaningful and rocking show for all audiences. Combining Josh’s rock talents and inspirational writings inspired by his late mentor, Debbie Friedman, and Neshama’s strong allegiance to her late father and icon, Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach, this is a concert that absolutely cannot be missed.”

Neshama Carlebach, a leading superstar in Jewish entertainment, is continuing the legacy established by her father, Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach. Like her father, Neshama’s talent and charisma captivate and endear her to people of all ages, faiths and backgrounds.

Neshama has performed and taught in cities worldwide, has sung on the Broadway stage, has sold more than one million records, and was a six-time entrant in the 2011 Grammy Awards. Neshama was one of the creators of the Broadway play “Soul Doctor.” Her ninth recording, “Soul Daughter,” features performances by the original Broadway cast of the musical. Neshama is currently touring with a new band and gospel choir and joyfully raising her two sons, Rafael and Micah.

A classically trained musician who is equally versed in rock, jazz and world music, Josh Nelson combines his broad range of influences into a breathtaking musical style that is accessible to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Whether appearing solo or with an elite ensemble of world-class musicians, Josh’s presence and performance style is high-energy and captivating. His music builds community, lifting up congregations and concert audiences alike through experiences that are at once energizing and deeply moving. Most recently, Josh starred as Shlomo Carlebach in the Off-Broadway revival of “Soul Doctor” at New York’s Actors Temple Theatre.

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mpact 100 Palm Beach County invites women who want to make a big impact on their community to join them by March 31st to be part of an organization that is dedicated to awarding high-impact grants to nonprofit groups that rely on donations to further their missions.

This impact will be felt by thousands in Palm Beach County when Impact 100 Palm Beach County women gather at Lynn University’s Wold Performing Arts Center* on April 19, 2016, to award grants to five non-profit organizations in southern Palm Beach County during the Fifth Annual Grand Awards Ceremony. All women who join the organization by March 31, 2016, are eligible to vote in the selection of organizations which have applied for grants.

At the Grand Awards ceremony, women who have made a $1,000** donation to become an annual member, will pool those donations together to make $100,000 grants to deserving charities in the categories of education, environment, arts and culture, family and health and wellness.

During the event, each of the finalist nonprofits will have the opportunity to describe their project, their vision and what the highimpact grant would mean for their organization and the community. After the presentations, Impact members vote and those with the most votes will receive a grant of $100,000 each.

Last year, there were 436 members, allowing them to give away four $100,000 grants to Best Foot Forward of Boca Raton, The Soup Kitchen, Inc. of Boynton Beach, Florida Fishing Academy of Lake Worth and Pathways to Prosperity of Boynton Beach. In addition, the runners up, Boca Helping Hands of Boca Raton and Flamingo Clay Studio of Lake Worth, were each awarded $18,000 grants.

A progressive leader in philanthropy by women, Impact 100 promotes “The Power of Women Giving as One,” seeking to advance high impact giving and action by bringing individual women together and making a

singular local impact.

“The goal of Impact 100 is to make it possible for a visionary idea to become a reality in a way that impacts the local community,” stated Co-President Susan Duane. “In our fouryear history, Impact 100 Palm Beach County has awarded $1,124,000 to 19 non-profits to make positive changes in Southern Palm Beach County, south of Lake Worth Road. Our goal for the fifth year, is 500 members and $500,000 in transformational grants.”

Impact 100 is operated as a charitable component fund at the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties. The Foundation also assists with the annual grantmaking process.

All women who would like to be a part of this powerful “giving circle” are warmly welcomed! Membership deadlines on March 31, 2016. To join, or to learn more about Impact 100 Palm Beach County visit http:// www.impact100pbc.com/ or contact 561-3364623 or impact100pbc@gmail.com.

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will discover that dancing, even with challenges, can improve core strength, range of motion and self-confidence for those living with neuro- muscular challenges, such as Parkinson’s disease.

Sports on the Beach!

On Spanish River Park’s expansive oceanfront beach, the City of Boca Raton will provide roll out mats for the day to make the beach accessible for those using mobility devices. Here, Bash guests will discover games and activities designed and supervised by professional recreational therapists from Memorial Hospital, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Boca Raton Regional Hospital and Pinecrest Rehabilitation Hospital at the Delray Medical Center. These games will be under the direction of former New Orleans Saints NFL Linebacker Ray Shipman, manager of Adaptive Sports and Recreation at Memorial Rehabilitation Institute. Shipman will provide participants with new options in low impact sports and fun activities designed specifically for people with disabilities. Assisting the professionals will be a team of physical therapy students from Nova Southeastern University.

How about a Dip in the Sea? Boca’s famed YMCA Aquatics Program, led by Liz Schmidt, will have professional swim instructors and lifeguards on hand to help guests swim and enjoy gentle surfing

experiences close to shore. Participants are encouraged to bring a swimsuit and towel with them. Joining the YMCA will be a team from Dive Heart, a scuba diving group that takes people with disabilities diving in the waters around South Florida. They will provide diving demonstrations. Keeping Bash guests safe from the burning effects of the sun will be sunscreen manufacturer Panama Jack, offering free protection at four Sunscreen Stations set up throughout the park and on the beach.

A Special Place for Those Who Just Want to Watch For those unable to participate in any of the beach activities, Michigan Lake Products will construct an accessible viewing stand for the day, placed close to the dunes. This is where wheelchair users can park and enjoy all that unfolds before them, including overhead champion kite flying. Inside the park, America’s #2 rated wheelchair basketball team, The Sharks of Memorial Hospital, will shoot hoops and give demonstrations of their abilities as basketball players dealing with challenges.

Other games on land are being organized

by Tiffany Charlson, director of recreational therapy at Pinecrest Rehabilitation Hospital.

Charlson, Shipman and Genie Lieberman from the new Gloria Drummond Physical Rehabilitation Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital say the programs being offered at the 2016 Bash may help guests over the long term develop new skills, become more independent, improve selfesteem, increase motivation, improve mood, reduce stress and even lower blood pressure.

Get Your Blood Pressure Checked and Talk to Health Care Professionals For the first time ever, the Boating & Beach Bash will offer attendees a chance to get their blood pressure taken by nursing professionals from the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Boca Raton Regional Hospital and pharmacy students from Nova Southeastern and Palm Beach Atlantic Universities. Guests, including caregivers, will be able to chat with medical

professionals about their health, pick up free wellness materials and take home a File of Life magnetized sleeve that attaches to the refrigerator and holds an individual’s vital health information, such as current medications, preexisting conditions and anything vital to EMT’s who might be called to the person’s home in the event of an emergency.

Boat Rides, a Barbecue Lunch, Action Heroes, Ponies and a Kids’ Fun Zone With the support of 2016 Bash sponsors, including title sponsor, Harcourt M. and Virginia W. Sylvester Family Foundation, along with TD Bank, the EM Lynn Foundation and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, everyone’s favorite Bash offerings will be in place, beginning with free admission to Spanish River Park. Additionally, guests will enjoy a complimentary barbecue lunch with beverages donated by PepsiCo, along with everyone’s favorite activity taking a boat ride on the Intracoastal Waterway – supervised by the U.S. Coast Guard. There will be more than a dozen costumed action heroes mingling with guests, along with clowns, face painters, a half dozen musical

performers in concert on the Bash stage, a “Kids’ Fun Zone,” sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, DJ’s with Cerebral Palsy playing popular dance music, service dogs and miniature therapy ponies, Ronald McDonald giving out toys and doing magic tricks, and many other activities that promise to be fun for guests, their families and caregivers.

Opening Ceremonies at 11 a.m.

The official Bash opening ceremony will take place at 11 a.m., with many local, state and national figures in attendance. Nadege Robertson will sing the national anthem, just weeks after her sold out Boca jazz concert at Lynn University, while Navy ROTC Cadets from Boca Raton High School will provide the always moving ceremonial Color Guard flag presentation.

For more information or to make a donation, visit the Bash website (http://www. boatingbeachbash.com) or call (561) 7152662. Further information is also available by mailing the Bash at: The American Disabilities Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 99, Boca Raton, FL 33429.

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pineapple slices Boca Raton author uplifts kids with divorced parents in new children’s book

Author Ryan Bermudez introduces kids to the concept of divorce through her new children’s book, “Two Homes,” which was released nationwide last month.

In “Two Homes,” a child has to deal with the divorce of her parents. Through this colorful read, children will realize that they are not the only one who has gone through a divorce. Their time divided between parents may seem tough, yet they are loved by both parents even though both of them may not be together anymore.

Children who are in the same situation are able to welcome a whole new positive perspective about having divorced parents in “Two Homes.”

Published by Tate Publishing and Enterprises, the book is available through bookstores nationwide, from the publisher at www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore, or by visiting barnesandnoble.com or amazon.com.

Bermudez, who is a divorced mother, wants to help other parents and children who are experiencing this terrible hardship by writing a story about her own daughter’s life after divorce in their family and how it affected her. The author is currently based in Florida.

Contemporary/Modern Furniture Lovers Block Your Calendars

It’s that time of year again, when local contemporary/modern furniture lovers and value-seeking out-of-town shoppers plan vacation visits and business trips into Palm Beach County to ‘save a bundle’ at Sklar Furnishings renowned Warehouse Sale.

Plenty of sofas, sectionals, chairs, tables, desks, pillows, art, rugs, beds, bedding and more will be offered at the ‘don’t miss’ furnishings event on Saturday, March 5th at Sklar’s Deerfield warehouse (not its showroom) at 636 SW 12th Avenue, Bldg. 5 in Deerfield Beach.

Morning sale hours are 9 am to 12 Noon with a two-hour closing between Noon and 2 pm to reset the floor with all new products for an afternoon sales round from 2 pm to 5 pm.

For best directions, shoppers are encouraged to visit www.sklarfurnishings.com/warehousesale.

According to Sklar Furnishings Co-owners Rick and Pat Howard, some of the items have been on the showroom floor as samples, others have minimal damage, are discontinued pieces or brand new. Sklar never buys featured items for this sale; all offerings have been on store display or are overstocks. This year, for the first time ever, customers will be able to preview warehouse sale selections at www. sklarfurnishings.com/warehousesale beginning Friday, February 19th.

“Whatever we will be offering, shoppers can be rest assured that most of the items are for sale at less than cost and some items are marked as low as 80% off,” confirmed Rick Howard who again expects customers who want the ‘first choice’ of warehouse sale items to start lining up an hour or two before warehouse doors open for both morning and afternoon sales shifts.

Pat adds that “Since our warehouse sale day is always filled with excitement and contagious energy, we strongly recommend that if someone sees something they like, they had better buy it then and there.”

According to Rick Howard, “everything left over is donated to Habitat for Humanity (HFH) of South Palm Beach County” — a favorite Sklar charity for which he serves as chairman of its board and Sklar has donated funds to build two HFH homes and has made a commitment to sponsor a third home.

For more information on its furniture and accessory lines or the March 5th warehouse sale, visit sklarfurnishings.com or call (561) 862-0800.

18th Annual ‘Honor Your Doctor’ Luncheon Set For March 31

Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton commemorates this year’s “National Doctors’ Day” by honoring physicians at Rotary Club’s 18th annual ‘Honor Your Doctor’ Luncheon to be held at Boca West Country Club, 20583 Boca West Drive, Boca Raton on Thursday, March 31st at 11:30 a.m. Both a celebration of healthcare excellence in the Boca/Delray community and a fundraiser for the Helen M. Babione Medical Scholarship, the event will benefit medical and nursing school students attending four local universities: Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at FAU, Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing at FAU, Lynn University and Palm Beach State College.

“We are so pleased to once again raise the bar on this annual salute to healthcare excellence in our community,” said Event Chair Alan Kaye. “The open-to-the-public ‘Honor Your Doctor’ Luncheon has become a coveted annual tradition attended by more than 275 Boca Raton’s community, healthcare and philanthropic leaders.”

The ‘Honor Your Doctor’ Luncheon was the brainchild of Helen Babione 18 years ago when she was president of the GFWC Boca Raton Woman’s Club; in 2013, the luncheon was transferred to and spearheaded by the Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton – which focuses on a health and wellness mission – to carry forward the tradition. The event raises funds for deserving students to attend local universities and at the same time, recognize the efforts of the area’s growing medical community and encourages students to remain in practice here in South Florida following graduation by engaging them in the community from the beginning of their healthcare education..

This year’s ‘Honor Your Doctor’ Luncheon committee includes: Frank Feiler, Lewis Fogel, Marleen Forkas, Deborah Freudenberg, Ingrid Fulmer, Gary Hickory, Gloria Hosh, Rosie Inguanzo-Martin, Jon Kaye, Steve King, Dr. Allen Konis, Dr. Janné Lomasky, Brian Long, Marsha Mauro, Bill Miller, Penny Morey, Kari Oeltjen, Lynda Palmer, Linda Petrakis, Joe Pores, Dr. Ronald Rubin, Robin Trompeter and Dr. Linsey Willis.

For nominations, sponsorships, information and reservations, visit www. rotarydowntownbocaraton.org or contact Deborah Freudenberg at 561-299-1429, or email info@rotarydowntownbocaraton.org

6th Annual American Red Cross South County Event on April 29

Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton President Jon Kaye, Honorary Advisors Helen Babione and Janice Williams, Event Chair Alan Kaye and 2016 Honorary Chair Elaine J. Wold

Once again, the public is invited to share in the celebration by nominating their favorite doctor (including dentists) by downloading, completing and submitting a nomination form online at the www.rotarydowntownbocaraton. org website and donate $40 per nomination or $100 for 3 nominations. There is no limit to how many doctors a patient can nominate or how many times a patient nominate them); all nominated doctors will be invited to attend the luncheon as a guest with the physician receiving the most votes recognized as the 2016 ‘Doctor of Distinction’. Tickets for the luncheon are available to the public for $125 per person.

Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton Founding President Alan Kaye chairs this year’s ‘Honor Your Doctor’ Luncheon with Honorary Chair Elaine Wold, Honorary Advisors Helen Babione and Janice Williams and Honorary Physician Advisor Dr. Barry Davis who was recognized as the 2015 ‘Doctor of Distinction’.

WHO: The American Red Cross South Florida Region along with committee members Pam Begelman, Bonnie Mason, Valentina Moretti, Jameson Olsen, Debra Onkenhout, Sally Painter, Dr. Maya Sarkisyan, Madelyn Savarick and Marti White.

WHAT: The 6th Annual South County Event will feature a “Spring is in the Air” theme and honor long-time American Red Cross supporter, Madelyn Savarick. The black tie optional event will feature an elegant cocktail reception, dancing, a lavish dinner and silent auction.

WHEN: Friday, April 29, 2016 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

WHERE: The Addison - 2 East Camino Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432 WHY: The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to individuals impacted by disasters both large and small; supplies more than 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families.

The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission.

HOW MUCH: Tickets start at $200 GENERAL INFO: More information may be obtained by calling Brianna Sidman at 561650-9131 or brianna.sidman@redcross.org or visit www.redcross.org/SouthCounty2016

2016 Granting Wishes Cocktail Reception March 16 at Boca Rio Golf Club

Please join the Jewish Women’s Foundation of South Palm Beach County (JWF) for an elegant evening of cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres and a very special guest speaker, as JWF announces its grants for the coming year. Speaker Marci Shimoff is a #1 NY Times best-selling author, a celebrated transformational leader, one of the nation’s leading experts on happiness, success, and unconditional love, and the woman’s face of the biggest self-help book phenomenon in history, Chicken Soup for the Soul.

The Jewish Women’s Foundation (JWF) is comprised of local women who believe passionately in the collective power of women to change the world together - by empowering Jewish women and children to achieve social and economic equality.

RSVP by March 1 to jewishboca.org/ grantingwishes. Time 5:30 Couvert: $85 JWF Chair: Alice Kemper Event Co-Chairs: Janet Sahr and Cindy White For details, call Lisbeth Rock Cauff, Director, at 561.852.3188 or email lisbethc@ bocafed.org.

Business Casual: Liquid Assets

Exclusively for women looking to build their professional and community alliances while enjoying time together, this innovative and fun evening will include a chance to sample craft beer and wines! Hors d’oeuvres will be served (dietary laws observed).

For more information, please contact Sonni Simon at 561.852.3128 or sonnis@bocafed.org.

Business Casual encourages its members to leave the formalities of work back at the office and enjoy engaging, inventive, enjoyable experiences while building new professional, personal, and community alliances. It’s a natural extension of the Federation’s Business and Professional Division (B&P) that brings together entrepreneurs and professionals from a wide variety of fields for premium networking, learning and helping the community.

Date: March 15 Time: 6 p.m.

Couvert: $36 Location: Barrel of Monks, 1141 S. Rogers Circle, suite #5, Boca Raton

27th Annual Easter Sunrise Service on the Beach in Boca Raton Hosted by the Boca Raton Kiwanis Club

Rev. Ray Wehrenberg delivering sermon Sunday, March 27, 2016 7:00 am Red Reef Park 1400 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton (just North of Palmetto Park Road on Hwy A1A) No Fee. Bring a beach chair for your comfort.

Free Refreshments: coffee, juice, donuts For information: Tom Thayer, 561-9972112 TomThayer@earthlink.net www.KiwanisClubofBocaRaton.com

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SPRING BREAK SPECIALTY PROGRAMS BRIGHT & SMART CODING & ROBOTICS Ages 7-12 Date: Fri, Mar 18 Time: 8:30am-3pm FUN & FITNESS ACTIVITIES PROGRAM Ages 5-12 Dates: Mar 18, 21, 22 Time: 8:30am-5:30pm SEWING & DESIGNING FOR MY DOLL Ages 7-13 Dates: Mar 21-25 Time: 8:30am-1pm THE DIRECTOR’S CUT REEL FILM Ages 8-14 Dates: Mar 21-25 Time: 8:30am-3pm NATURE ART Ages 6+ Date: Wed, Mar 23 Time: 11am-12:30pm SPRING CRAFTS AND SNACKS Ages 4+ Date: Thu, Mar 24 Time: 11am-12:30pm, ongoing STARLAB Ages 6-12 Date: Fri, Mar 25 Time: 2-3pm SUMMER CAMP 2016 Registration for Residents begins Feb 29!

Non-resident registration begins Mar 14!

See website for info on all our specialty camps.

WILLOW THEATRE AT SUGAR SAND PARK Box Office Hours: Tues-Sat, Noon-5pm and 2 hours prior to theatre performances.

Box Office (561) 347-3948 www.WillowTheatre.org BETTER THAN MONEY Presented by The Playgroup In this Joe Feinstein comedy, WWII may be over, but for the Noodlemans, it’s only just begun. Gussie, the Matriarch, is struggling with her son’s impending leave for medical school. It’s the eve of his departure, and tensions are mounting. In a family where expectations are high, each member has their own secret longing they dare not reveal. In the end everyone puts their cards on the table and all bets are off.

Rated PG-13 Dates: Mar 4, 5, 11, 12 Time: 8pm Mar 6, 13 Time: 2pm Cost: $25 ($15 group rate for 4 or more tickets purchased in one transaction in person or over the phone only) DOCNIGHTS AT THE WILLOW PUI CHAN: KUNG FU PIONEER Step into the extraordinary life of Pui Chan, a Chinese immigrant who overcame challenges in early childhood to become Grandmaster, and one of the pioneers responsible for bringing traditional Kung Fu to America. This film is part of the DocMiami International Film series.

Date: Thurs, Mar 24 Time: 7pm Cost: $5 BUBBLE TROUBLE: An Interactive Bubble Show Jeff Boyer juggles bubbles, sculpts and builds with bubbles, mixing comedy, music and interactive bubble magic to the delight of audiences of all ages! Rated G Date: Sat, Mar 26 Time: 11am & 2pm Cost: $13 adults, $10 kids 12 and under COMMUNITY CENTER ART IN PUBLIC PLACES 20TH Annual Spring Celebration of High School Art presented by Women in the Visual Arts Dates: Feb 27-April 2 Time: Community Center hours Cost: Free PAJAMA JAMS STORY TIME with Miss Mij Ages 18 mos-4 yrs (Supervision required.) A rockin’ good time with stories, music & pretend play...all in your PJs! Each month has a different theme.

Date: Sat, Mar 19 Cost: $5/child, drop in (Includes carousel token) Time: 10-10:45am (18 mos – 2 yrs) 11am –12pm (3-4 yrs) SUNDAY FAMILY MOVIE The Spongebob Movie: Sponge Out of Water Rated PG Date: Sun, Mar 20 Time: 11am Sensory Friendly showing at 2pm Cost: $1 (includes movie, popcorn & drink) TOT TIME Ages 1 - 4yrs (Supervision required.) Open play, snacks & more.

Date: Fri, Mar 4 Time: 10am-noon Cost: $5/ child, drop in

Classes for Adults: SENSES OF CINEMA FILMS FOR THOUGHT Ages 18 & up Dates: Wednesdays, Mar 2, 9, 16, 30 Time: 10am-12:45pm Cost: Per session Residents $12; Non-Res $15 Complete 5 Weeks: Dates: Mar 30-May 4 Cost: Per 5-week session Residents $50; Non-Res $62.50 Classes for Children & Teens: HAPPY SUNSHINE YOGA FOR KIDS & TEENS Ages 7-16 Dates: Mondays, Mar 28-May 9 Time: 4:45-6:15pm NEW ONE-DAY WORKSHOP! ONCE UPON A STORY Ages 9-12 A Writing Workshop for Homeschoolers All that is needed is your imagination, along with your favorite writing instruments, and you’ll spend the afternoon playing with words, thinking in pictures, and finding new ways to tell stories. Min-7; Max-15 Date: Mon, Mar 7 Time: 1-2:30pm Cost: Residents $27; Non-Res $33.75 CHILDREN’S SCIENCE EXPLORIUM Hours: M-F, 9am- 6pm; Sat./Sun./Holidays, 10am-5pm (561) 347-3913 www.ScienceExplorium.org EXPLORIUM SCIENCE SQUAD This Month: Rocketry Prepare to blast off with us on this engineering adventure. Learn about gravity, thrust and more by launching your own water rocket.

Dates: Tues, Mar 1 (ages 5 – 6 with parent); Wed, Mar 2 (ages 7-9) Time: 4-5pm Cost: Res $10; Non-res $12.50 SCIENCE STORIES Hear great stories with a science twist.

Dates: Sat, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26 Time: 11:30am Cost: Free MAKE & TAKE This Month: Space Slime Go on a gooey adventure and take home a cosmic specimen!

Date: Sun, Mar 6 Time: 11:30am –12:30pm Cost: $5 (drop-in) FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM Ages 7-12 “After Hours” museum access; eat pizza, watch Space Chimps the movie, and make your own moon! Date: Fri, Mar 11 Time: 6-9:30pm Cost: Res $20; Non-res $25 ($7 discount for each additional child in the same household) EARLY AFTERNOON EXPLORERS This Month: 3, 2, 1…BLAST OFF! Date: Mon, Mar 14 Time: 1pm (ages 6-9); 2pm (ages 10-12) Cost: Res $10; Non-res $12.50 EYES TO THE SKIES Ages 8 & up (with parent) Explore the night sky with our GIANT telescope & learn about the moon & winter constellations.

Date: Fri, Mar 18 Time: 7:30pm Cost: Free SCIENCE DEMOS Dates: Sat, Mar 19 & Sun, Mar 20 Time: 3:30pm Cost: Free

Boca Museum of Art Current Exhibitions

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Through March 13, 2016 Art School Faculty Exhibition

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Through April 10, 2016 Warhol on Vinyl: The Record Covers, 1949-1987

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Through May 1, 2016 Bob Colacello: In and Out with Andy

Ryan Boylston • 954-415-1895 ryan@pineapplenewspaper.com

Through May 1, 2016 Warhol Prints from the Collection of Marc Bell

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February 16 – April 10, 2016 John Raimondi: Drawing to Sculpture April 21 - July 3, 2016 Arnold Newman: Master Class April 21 - July 3, 2016 Charles McGill: Front Line, Back Nine

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Yvonne Boice Announces $150,000 Scholarship Endowment

Boca Raton philanthropist and businesswoman, Yvonne Boice, announced at the 4th annual Palm Beach State College STEAM luncheon that the Boice Family Foundation will be donating an endowment of $150,000 for scholarships to PBSC for women to study STEAM disciplines. Boice, who has chaired this fundraising initiative for the past four years, is an internationally recognized advocate for women’s issues.

“Lack of funding should never stop a woman from receiving the kind of education that can change lives for generations,” she said. “These scholarships will ensure that women who would have given up on college or had to struggle between work and parttime studies, will now be able to eliminate the worry of funding their classes and simply concentrate on excelling in them.”

Boice’s announcement, which took place at the Kravis Center, drew thunderous applause from the audience of over 500, who came to support the college’s fundraiser and to hear race car driver Danica Patrick speak about her success in a male dominated sport.

“I was thrilled to make this announcement during a year when we had our first female speaker at our STEAM event,” said Boice.

“And I was even more delighted that PBSC now has its first female President, Ava Parker.”

Boice, is highly regarded as an advocate of both the arts and women’s issues. At her urging, for this five year fundraising initiative, PBSC added the Arts to the traditional STEM disciplines, providing more opportunities for students to benefit from the scholarship and mentorship opportunities. Boice has also travelled the globe as a delegate for women’s issues as part of several State Department initiatives.

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and ride a bike.“With National Bike Month approaching, we are thrilled to have such a dedicated cycling enthusiast involved with our community and what a better way to recognize their importance of healthy and safety to proclaim a special day!” stated Mayor Haynie.

Boca Raton, Florida- Florida’s streets and roadways unfortunately are becoming known in an infamous way. According to USA Today and newspress.com, the Sunshine state has long been the most lethal in the nation for bicyclists, which Bike America has launched an informational campaign to correct.

“We have to start preventing Southwest Florida from often ranking in the top 10 in the state for bike fatalities and crashes,” said Bike America co-owner Gary Mercado.

“Accidents happen due to lack of safety education, distracted drivers texting or on their phones, underequipped cyclists and sometimes bad weather,” Mercado said..

The Economist stated that in 2012 some 120 cyclists were killed in traffic accidents across Florida. “That is as many as were killed in Britain in the same year–a country with three times as many people as Florida and a lot more cyclists. Florida’s death rate for cyclists is three times higher than the national rate!” www.theeconomist.com The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles 2014 Traffic Crash Facts Annual Report ranked Palm Beach County fourth highest in the State of Florida for the total number bicyclists (513) injured and fifth highest for the total number of pedestrians (564) injured. Furthermore, Palm Beach County ranked fourth highest in the State of Florida for the total number of bicycle (7) and pedestrian (35) fatalities. It is important to reduce these numbers while promoting active transportation and community health.

“At the MPO we are working with our transportation partners and municipalities to promote bicycle and pedestrian safety through engineering, education, enforcement, and encouragement,“says Valerie Nielson, Transit Coordinator , Palm Beach MPO. In 2013 the state published a safety plan

to try to reduce the accident rate, and it has hired several staff to try to look out for the interests of cyclists and pedestrians. One great example of their efforts is Florida Bike Month (March) which is done in the same spirit of National Bike Month (May is National Bike Month since 1956).

Florida cyclists get to celebrate twice.

Florida celebrates Bike Month in March because of warmer weather. The proclamation mentions bicycles as a means to travel and their potential to promote health and reduce air pollution and chronic diseases such as diabetes and asthma. Florida Bike Month encourages people to get out and ride a bike to work, to school, shopping or just to enjoy life. Bike America (www.bikeam.com) sums it up in their great slogan, Enjoy Life…Ride a Bike.

Valerie Neilson is excited about another Florida bike effort www.BikePalmBeach.org which provides a direct connection for users looking specifically for related information and activities about community events and resources of interest to the bicycling community in Palm Beach County and south Florida. The Palm Beach MPO is also organizing a Commuter Challenge (www.

PBCommuterchallenge.org) to promote active transportation and transit ridership during Florida Bicycle Month of March.

“We are encouraging our local communities to participate in this challenge, talk about bike safety and organize bicycle events throughout the month as well as add them to our www.

BikePalmBeach.org calendar,” says Neilson.

“It’s fantastic to see all of these efforts from state, county and city officials to propel cycling and to keep cyclists safe. Pedals up!” – exclaimed Steve Barnes co-owner of Bike America.

About Bike America Bike America (www.BikeAM.com) has eight locations throughout Florida, including two in Boca Raton. They offer the best personal service, safety tips, gear and fit bikes for the beginning cyclist up through the most advanced rider.

For more information on bike safety, arranging events or rides please visit www.

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Promise Garden Celebrity Luncheon to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association on April 1

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he 2nd Annual Promise Garden Luncheon & Spring Celebrity Fashion Show, chaired by Pamela Higer-Polani, Esq., will take place on Friday, April 1st, 2016, from 11am-1:30 pm at Boca West Country Club and will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association’s Boca Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Expect a fun-filled afternoon with over 400 business, community and political leaders who wish to network, mingle and support a cure for the serious disease that effects so many in our community.

The charity luncheon will be emceed by renowned global entertainer-comedy magician, Bruce Gold of Los Angeles.

The celebrity fashion show will include local media personalities, such as Susan Wise, radio personality on FM Easy 93.1, to model the latest trends of Lord & Taylor’s, Mizner Park, an event sponsor.

For customized sponsorship opportunities, contact René Stern, Sponsorship Chair Email: renestern12@hotmail.com or 561.302.2725.

Keynote speaker, James E. Galvin, M.D., M.P.H., will give a brief overview of the disease and the mission of the Alzheimer’s Association. Dr. Galvin is a professor of Integrated Medical Sciences & Associate Dean for Clinical Research at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University and Director of the Institute for Healthy Aging and Lifespan Studies. He is also Professor of Nursing and Medical Director of the Louis and Anne Green Memory and Wellness Center at the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University.

“We chose April 1st because we want to have a fun, lively atmosphere, while generating financial support, increasing awareness and education of such a serious disease which affects a huge segment of our community. The inaugural luncheon in 2015 was an outstanding success, with approximately 300 attendees and we hope to see YOU and hundreds more there.” says event chairperson, Pamela HigerPolani, Esq.

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in the upcoming election right here in the convenience of the JARC facility and receive the assistance they need, all while exercising their right to vote.”

In past years, approximately 50 percent of JARC clients voted in most elections. This year, more than 150 clients participated. “We have a very politically-interested population here at JARC based on attendance in our weekly current events group,” Freiwald added. “They will be thrilled to have this new opportunity.”

About JARC JARC Florida, a non-sectarian organization based in Boca Raton, provides group homes, apartments and vocational training for adults with developmental disabilities. It strives to assist each individual

with becoming all he or she is capable of being and encourages this growth in a caring, nurturing environment. It is the mission of JARC, in partnership with the families of its clients, to promote independence, dignity, and self-respect in order to create more fulfilling lives.

JARC currently operates ten group homes in the Boca Raton and Delray Beach area for adults with developmental disabilities.

JARC offers apartment living for those who do not require 24-hour supervision as well as vocational training in the Mel & Elaine Stein Living and Learning Center. The organization was created in the mid 1980′s in response to the needs of families with adult children with developmental disabilities.

Learn more at http://jarcfl.org.

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Friday Film Fundraiser To Benefit The Boca Raton “A Walk On Water” Fund Temple Grandin “Autism gave her a Vision. She gave it a Voice.”

AWOW is a non-profit organization that helps autistic, cerebral palsy, and muscle diseased children to enjoy the healing & therapeutic powers of the ocean by teaching them how to surf.

Golden Globe Winner, Claire Daines, stars in this feel-good story of a young

woman’s perseverance and determination while struggling with the isolating challenges of autism at a time when it was still quite unknown. It’s about her emergence as a woman deserving to be on the Time list of the 100 most influential people in the world in the “Heroes” category.

Moderated by Barbara M. Wolk with a lively discussion to follow.

Date: Friday, March 4, 2016 Time: Doors open 1:30pm, Film begins

the Miracle League. “The league is fee-free – families of players don’t pay a cent,” said Kadel. The league is entirely donations-based, relying on volunteers and sponsorships. The Miracle League is a non-profit (501)c(3) organization.

If you haven’t seen the Miracle League Field yet, you’ll notice some distinct differences from an ordinary baseball diamond. The field features cushioned synthetic turf (recycled rubber) to help prevent injuries, with wheelchair accessible dugouts and a completely flat surface to eliminate any barriers to the wheelchair bound or visually impaired players. The Miracle League is noncompetitive and the rules are a bit different from regular baseball but very encouraging to the players. Here’s how it works: Volunteer “buddies” from the community help assist the players or encourage them during the game.

Buddies must be at least 13 years old.

The non-competitive league has simple rules: • Every player bats once each inning; • All base runners are safe;

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hosting its first annual Dinner on the Diamond on April 2 from 6-10 p.m. on the Miracle League Field at Miller Park in Delray Beach.

They are seeking sponsorship/underwriting and auction items for this special event to raise funds to purchase and install lights for the Delray Beach field, to create an evening league for adults with special needs as well as to continue to offer a fee-free league for all of their participants.

The event will include dinner held the specialized field where the league plays, auctions and live musical entertainment.

Tickets are $80 per person; seating is limited.

Call 561-414-4441 to RSVP by March 19.

“Every child deserves to play ball,” said Miracle League Executive Director Julia Kadel. She and her husband have been volunteering for the league for 10 years.

Until recently, Kadel was working full time and volunteering, but now she is dedicating herself full time to working for and developing

at 2:00pm (109 minutes) Information: Call Barbara: 561-4832054 Donation: $10 minimum Place: Hosted by Institute for Learning in Retirement, Inc. (ILIR) Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 2601 St. Andrews Blvd., Boca Raton FL 33434 Free Parking available No reservations necessary

• Every player scores a run before the inning is over (last one up gets a home run); • Each team and each player wins every game; • Community children and volunteers serve as “buddies” to assist the players.

Currently, there are approximately 100 players and a cheerleading squad comprised of kids and young adults from all over Palm Beach County. Over the past 10 years, the league has grown to six teams, with hundreds of supportive parents, fans and volunteers.

According to Kadel, some of the players have been with the Miracle League for 10 years and are now in their early 20s. They would love to start a young adult league but the field will need lights to accommodate night games and serve all the players.

“Normally, we accept everyone not playing in another league but there are no other leagues available for young adults in the area,” said Kadel. “I don’t want to turn away anyone just because they’ve aged out of our league. One of our players has been with us since he was 14 and is now in his early 20s. I’m not going to tell his parents he can’t play,” she said. “I won’t let that happen.”

At the April 2 fundraiser, dinner will be held on the actual field where the league plays.

“By holding dinner right here on the field, (people) will see what we’re doing and will get a better feel for what it’s all about,” said Kadel.

The fun-filled evening will include dinner and dessert from gourmet food trucks, craft beer and wine, musical entertainment by the Jon Greco Band and silent and live auctions.

The Miracle League baseball season starts the following week on April 9, and they could use volunteer buddies from the community to assist them this season. For more information, go to www.miracleleaguepalmbeachcounty. com, email coachkadel@aol.com or call (561)414-4441.

BOCA RATON, FL – Club Bow Wow Resort of Boca Raton opened the doors to their new location in the heart of the city with the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce for their first ribbon cutting ceremony of 2016. Joining the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce representatives at Club Bow Wow Resort’s new location were their clients and their pets to celebrate their grand opening.

Founded over 13-years-ago by local residents Cheryl Gorman and brother, Sean Gorman, Club Bow Wow Resort is a family owned pet resort in the community that provides daycare, grooming and overnight boarding in a cage-free environment and natural setting for pets around-the-clock.

“We are excited to open the doors to our new location in Boca Raton and continue serving our clientele with a high level of service catering to each pet’s needs,” said Cheryl Gorman, Founder of Club Bow Wow Pet Resort.

In addition to providing a stress-free and open atmosphere to Boca’s best pets with a high level of service that caters to the individual needs of each pet, Club Bow Wow Resort is also actively involved in holding fundraising events that benefit various non-profit organizations for animals along with giving back to local schools.

“Just like our clients, we consider all of the dogs and cats who come to Club Bow Wow Resort to be family. They are

like our children, but in fur coats,” added Sean Gorman, Co-Founder of Club Bow Wow Resort.

Prior to opening Club Bow Wow Resort, Cheryl Gorman was a systems engineer for 16 years before making a career change to the pet industry after conducting research specifically on pet care.

Wanting to establish a location and environment where she would feel comfortable leaving her own two dogs, Gorman developed Club Bow Wow Resort to have a special concept so that all of their clients would want to leave their pets in a cage-free grooming and boarding environment unlike many other establishments.

In addition to this, Cheryl Gorman also became a certified pet groomer and completed doggy daycare training before teaming up with her brother Sean to offer personalized services and care for each pet that visits them, whether they there for the day, the weekend or a week.

“At Club Bow Wow, we respect your relationship with your pets and realize the importance they play in your life,” added Cheryl Gorman. “We treat them the way our pets would want to be treated - as exclusive pets.”

For more information on Club Bow Wow Resort, visit their facebook page (www.facebook.com/ClubBowWowResort) or call 561-391-6454.

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Four Family Friendly Features At Festival Of The Arts Boca Film, Jazz, Opera and Cirque to Appeal to Younger Festival-Goers

The 10th Annual Festival of the Arts BOCA, presented by the Schmidt Family Centre for the Arts from March 4 - 16, will appeal to cultural aficionados of all ages with four family-friendly features starting with opening night and the Raiders of the Lost Ark to orchestra.

The fun continues with Mozart’s The Magic Flute in a new family-friendly, semi-staged 90-minute English translation

by Festival Music Director Constantine Kistopoulos, featuring a star-studded cast of international singers, as well as local students and chorus; 12-year old jazz piano phenom Joey Alexander, recently featured on 60 Minutes; and Cirque de la Symphonie.

This season’s Festival will open on Friday, March 4, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. with the Florida premiere and 35th anniversary celebration of Raiders of the Lost Ark, presented with live orchestra. Digitally remastered, the film that gave the world one of its greatest movie heroes, Indiana Jones, is back and better than ever before. John Williams’ epic score from the film will be performed live to picture by the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra from the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music and conducted by Constantine Kitsopoulos.

Arrive to the Mizner Park Amphitheater early, at 6 p.m., and take part in a Radiers-themed treasure hunt with exclusive prize packages.

Free for ticket holders.

On Saturday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m., come see for yourself why Mozart’s timeless masterpiece of high comedy and serious drama, The Magic Flute, is the second-most

performed opera in the world. A celebration of true love conquering all, The Magic Flute transports us into an enchanted world where good faces the forces of darkness. Semi-staged in a shortened English-language version under the baton of Constantine Kitsopoulos, a winning ensemble cast - including several singers from South Florida - brings fresh life to Mozart’s timeless fairy tale.

Twelve-year old jazz piano prodigy, “Little Man Jazz,” as recently featured on 60 Minutes with Anderson Cooper, Joey Alexander, will grace the stage on Friday, March 11 at 7:30 p.m.

The two-time Grammy nominated Alexander, in concert with The Symphonia Boca Raton and Constantine Kitsopoulos, will perform a program to include Gershwin’s “An American

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in Paris” and two other world premieres.

Alexander has already been invited to perform at venues including the Rochester Jazz Festival, Newport Jazz Festival, Jazz at Lincoln Center and a TED conference. The sky appears to be the limit for this soulful young artist.

On Saturday, March 12, Cirque de la

Symphonie will bring the magic of cirque to the music hall.

The show starts at 7:30 p.m. with special games, children’s activities and more at 6 p.m. Cirque is an elegant adaptation of some of the most amazing cirque acts performed on a stage shared with the full symphony orchestra, showcasing many of the best artists in the world. The audience will be thrilled and bedazzled by aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers, jugglers, balancers, and strongmen These accomplished veterans include world record holders, gold-medal winners of international competitions, Olympians and some of the most original talent ever seen.

Other highlights of this year’s Festival of the Arts BOCA include violin superstar and conductor Joshua Bell and jazz trumpet legend Herb Alpert and his wife, Grammy Award winning singer Lani Hall.

This season’s Authors & Ideas program welcomes some of the world’s brightest thinkers. Fareed Zakaria, CNN host, contributing editor at The Atlantic, Washington Post columnist and author will talk about Global Hot Spots and Trends: The Next Security Crisis. Dr. Robert Sapolsky, a MacArthur “Genius” Fellow, professor of biology and neurology at Stanford University and multiple-award winning author will present The Biology of Good and Evil.

Laila Lalami will talk about her novel, The Moor’s Account, an account of the Spanish exploration of Florida and the Gulf Coast that was a finalist for the 2015 Pulitzer Prize.

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inhabit the souls of 14 diverse members of New York City’s melting pot: A Polish-GermanLithuanian-American Jewish grandmother, a boyfriend-hating Australian, a Chinese mother of a lesbian daughter, a Jordanian woman with a fixation on the Beatles, and 10 other inimitable individuals provide their own distinctive, entertaining, and often moving perspectives on the American dream. Hosted by the charming and hilarious “Muhammad Ali” in a night club in Queens, New York, these fascinating characters from the outer boroughs of New York – bridge and tunnellers – will offer their perceptions of the immigrant experience.

“Through an annual poetry gathering we are introduced to these people from varying cultures who share their unique experiences,” Stephens explains. “It’s a delightfully entertaining view of the American immigrant story.”

Bridge & Tunnel was originally produced Off-Broadway by Oscar-winner Meryl Streep, where it won an Obie Award (Outstanding Performance) and went on to become critically acclaimed, long running hit on Broadway where

it won a special Tony Award. It was performed in both Sarasota and Ft. Lauderdale as part of the Women’s Theatre Project. Bridge & Tunnel will be directed Shari Upbin.

Playwright Sarah Jones is the winner of the 2007 Brendan Gill Prize. Jones has also received grants and commissions from The Ford Foundation, NYSCA, the W. K. Kellogg Foundation, and others. Her theater honors include an Obie Award, a Helen Hayes Award, two Drama Desk nominations, and HBO’s US Comedy Arts Festival’s Best One Person Show Award.

Bridge & Tunnel will run for one performance, only – on Wednesday, March 16th, 2016, at 7:30 pm at Congregation B’nai Torah in Boca Raton. Tickets are $36 ($25 for congregational members), and may be purchased by calling 561-392-8566 or on line at www.bnai-torah.org. Group rates are available.

For more information about Bridge & Tunnel, Karen Stepehns, or Shari Upbin, please contact Carol Kassie at ckassie@gmail. com / 561-445-9244.

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he Theatre Arts Series at B’nai Torah will conclude its season with star power: Carbonell Award-winning actress Karen Stephens will reprise her award-winning performance (Best Actress 2011 – New Times Best of Award) in Sarah Jones’ Tony Award winning Broadway show Bridge & Tunnel.

On March 16th, Stephens will once again

The Symphonia Boca Raton’s March Connoisseur concert will feature world renowned piano soloist, Misha Dichter, who is also a published cartoonist; an interesting combination for a musician.

Dichter won a Silver Medal at the prestigious 1966 Tchaikovsky Competition. In addition to being a brilliant pianist, Dichter is also a cartoonist and sketch artist and has published the book, A Pianist’s World in Drawings.

The schedule for the weekend includes: Friday, March 18th - Box Lunch it with The Symphonia--Conductor Gerard Schwarz, will speak about the weekend’s concert. Piano soloist, Misha Dichter, will provide insights to ’A Tribute to the Master’s Program, which will be performed on Sunday, February 7. The Box Lunch It event costs $35 per person. Tickets can be purchases online at thesymphonia.org or by calling 866-687-4201.

Saturday, March 19th—Meet the Orchestra 10:30a.m.–12 p.m. - The day before each Connoisseur Concert, families will be given the opportunity to interact with The Symphonia’s conductor and musicians and attend a live dress rehearsal at the Roberts Theater at Saint Andrew’s School, 3900 Jog Road in Boca Raton, Fla. Adults are $5 and children/non-profits are free. Children can learn about and hold instruments. Reservations are required and can be made at 866-687-3848 or by emailing info@thesymphonia.org or at thesymphonia.org .

Sunday, March 20th -- Pre-Concert Conversation from 2-2:30 p.m., takes place with the conductor or guest speaker, which will be an opportunity to learn more about the pieces that are to be performed that afternoon.

Sunday, March 20 at 3 p.m. - Gerard Schwarz, Guest Conductor, and Misha Dichter, Piano Soloist, will present ‘A Tribute to the Masters’ Program. The Symphonia will perform pieces by Beethoven, Ives and Mendelssohn.

Single tickets range between $45 and $75, depending on seat selection.

For more information, visit thesymphonia. org , call 1-866-687-1201 or email tickets@ thesymphonia.org.

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GUMBO LIMBO NATURE CENTER March Calendar

1801 N Ocean Blvd Boca Raton • (561) 544-8605 SEA TURTLE DAY FESTIVAL Saturday, March 5 / 9am - 4pm

Join us at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center for our annual Sea Turtle Day! This fun-filled family day of environmental education will be packed with exciting things to see and do, including live animal presentations, face painting, aquarium feedings, children’s theater, guided trail walks, kids crafts, awesome booths, and more! Free parking in Spanish River park and free shuttle. For more information, visit us at www.gumbolimbo.org. No reservation required. Cost per person: Suggested donation of $5

ENTERTAINMENT FOR EVERYONE IN MARCH! WLRN Radio Theatre Makes its Debut at the Crest, March 3

The Arts Radio Theatre Project will present “It Happened One Night.” This play will be broadcast live on WLRN, so we need the audience seated by 6:45 for a 7 pm start time.

See what it takes to make a play come alive on the radio with some of South Florida’s best actors and some cool sound effects! A Talk Back and Meet & Greet Reception will follow the show.

JAMnasium presents Jim Caruso’s Cast Party, March 9

The Fieldhouse, Wednesday, 9 p.m. Direct from New York City’s legendary Birdland, Caruso’s infamous Cast Party will be re-created in Delray Beach! A cabaret concert with Broadway star, Jim Caruso and awardwinning pianist, Billy Stritch is followed by an “extreme open mic,” where South Florida singers, who sign up that night with their sheet music, are invited to join the famous duo on stage. It’s a hilariously impromptu variety show!

Lecture with Award Winning Political Journalist, March 17

Robert D. Chapin Lecture Series, Crest Theatre, Thursday at 2 p.m., KENNETH T. WALSH is a Washington insider and an expert on American presidents. He is one of Washington’s longest running White House Correspondents, reporting for US News and World Report since 1986. Walsh is the author of six books; his topic will be his latest book, Celebrity in Chief: A History of Presidents and the Culture of Stardom, which chronicles presidents as iconic figures and celebrities of the first order -- how presidents have morphed into “rock stars” and why.

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SEA TURTLE CAMP

Monday-Friday, March 21-25, 8:30am - Noon

Through games, crafts, and educational activities, our instructors will teach the young conservationist about the importance of caring for and protecting sea turtles and other marine life. Campers will experience close encounters with our resident sea turtles and visit a local nesting beach. Prepayment recommended (561) 544-8615 or online at gumbolimbo.org; walkins welcome based on availability. Age: 3rd through 5th Graders Cost per child: Member $155 (Family Membership or higher required), NEW Member $205 (includes 1-year Family Membership to Friends of Gumbo Limbo) A WALK ON THE ASHLEY TRAIL - 11AM-12:30PM Tues., March 1st, Wed., March 2nd & Fri., March 18th

Join us for a FREE guided walk along the Ashley Trail, a quarter-mile natural trail that winds through the Butterfly Garden, Coastal Hammock, and Mangroves, to a sandy beach by the Intracoastal. Observe local flora and fauna as your naturalist guides you on this island exploration. Meet on the front porch of the Nature Center. No reservations required. Ages: All ages; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

ECO-WATCH LECTURE SERIES: GET ON THE ENVIRONMENTAL CUTTING EDGE

Wed., March 2nd, 7-8:30pm - “Climate Chaos Coming - How Can We Delay It?

by Richard W. Emory, Jr. Esq. USEPA enforcement attorney, retired.

Wed., March 16th, 7-8:30pm - “Breeding Sex Ratios of Marine Turtles Nesting in South Florida

by Jacob Lasala, Ph.D. Candidate, Florida Atlantic University

Catch A Rising Star Comedy presents JUDY GOLD, March 24

Main Stage Comedy at the Crest Theatre, Thursday, 8 p.m. Two-time Emmy Award winner, Judy Gold is a veteran of stand-up comedy and is known for her edgy wit, sharp timing, and infamous crowd work. In addition to her stand-up specials, she has had two critically acclaimed Off-Broadway solo shows: The Judy Show – My Life as a Sitcom and 25 Questions for a Jewish Mother.

Broadway Cabaret Series Continues March 7 & 8 and March 28 & 29

Crest Theatre, Monday & Tuesday, 8 p.m.

LEE ROY REAMS (March 7 & 8) is one of the most sought after actors, having performed in over 10 major Broadway shows. He received a Tony and Drama Desk nomination for originating the role of ‘Billy Lawlor’ in 42nd Street and starred opposite Carol Channing in Hello Dolly! He played ‘Lumiere’ in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and ‘Roger DeBris’ in the most Tony Award-winning show ever, The Producers. BRENDA BRAXTON (March 28 & 29) was nominated for “Best Actress in a Featured Role” for her performance in the Broadway show Smokey Joe’s Café. She also starred as ‘Velma Kelly’ opposite Usher in Chicago and was featured in Dreamgirls, Jelly’s Last Jam, Legs Diamond and Cats.

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Folk-Rock Legend Roger McGuinn in Concert, March 11

Crest Theatre, Friday, 8 p.m. Roger McGuinn (Mr. Tambourine Man, Turn Turn, Turn) made history with his fearless sense of experimentation. As the leader of the influential 60’s group, The Byrds, he was on the leading edge, combining the rock beat of the Beatles with the folk sensibilities of Bob Dylan, to create the genre known as “folk-rock.”

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ROCK THE SQUARE Will Rock The Pavilion Stage, March 26

Saturday, gates open at 5 p.m. Alternative Rock and American Rock in a TRIPLE BILL opening with SISTER HAZEL at 6 p.m., followed by CANDLEBOX at 7:20 and headliner, EVERCLEAR at 8:50 p.m.

General, Premium and VIP ticket options; food vendors, game area, beer garden and bars. Tickets at OldSchoolSquare.org.

Are you interested in learning about the natural world around us? Attend Gumbo Limbo Nature Center’s lecture series for a presentation by a guest scientist, researcher, or other expert.

Please visit www.gumbolimbo.org for a list of speakers and topics. Prepayment recommended (561) 544-8615 or online at gumbolimbo.org; walk-ins welcome based on availability. Ages: Recommended for ages 14 & up. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Cost per person: $5 donation SEINING THE LAGOON - Sat. March 19th, 2-3:30pm Wading in the Intracoastal Waterway just behind Gumbo Limbo, we catch (and release) fish, shrimp, crabs, and more! With hand-held dip nets and large seine nets, get up close and personal with our local marine life. Closed toed shoes required (old sneakers or water shoes; no sandals).

Bring a change of clothes and towel. Prepayment recommended (561) 544-8615 or online at gumbolimbo.org; walk-ins welcome based on availability. Ages: 10-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult. Cost per person: Member $7, Non-member $10 WETLANDS & WILDLIFE - Fri., March 11th, 3-5pm Wakodahatchee is a man-made wetland which has become a favorite for birders and photographers. Bring your binoculars and join us for a ¾ mile guided boardwalk tour to learn more about Florida’s wetland birds and ecosystems. Meet our Gumbo Limbo Naturalist at the Wakodahatchee boardwalk (call for directions). Prepayment recommended (561) 544-8615 or online at gumbolimbo.org; walk-ins welcome based on availability. Ages: 7-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult. Cost: No Fee LITTLE WONDERS - Sat., March 12th, 10-11am Hikes for little feet, crafts for tiny fingers, and stories for growing minds introduce your novice naturalist to a new animal each month. Gumbo Limbo is a great place to share your love for nature with your little one. This month’s topic is “Animals of the Ocean.” Ages: 3&4 with an adult; no siblings please. Cost per child: Member $5, Non-member $8 BIG WONDERS - Sat., March 12th, 11:30am-12:30pm Gumbo Limbo is a great place to share your love for nature with your little one!With crafts, lessons, and a guided tour, your novice naturalist will be immersed in the world of marine and coastal habitats and the animals that reside within. This month’s topic is “Animals of the Ocean.”

Ages: 5&6 with an adult; no siblings please. Cost per child: Member $5, Non-member $8

EVERCLEAR Old School Square is the center of arts & entertainment in downtown Delray Beach. Celebrating 25 years as the community’s gathering place, the historic campus includes the intimate Crest Theatre (in the restored 1925 Delray High School building) the Cornell Art Museum (in the 1913 Delray Elementary building), and the Fieldhouse (formerly known as the Vintage Gymnasium, c. 1925). The Pavilion, which opened in 2002, hosts outdoor concerts and festivals.

The Creative Arts School (located on the second floor of the Crest Theatre) offers art, photography, writing and performance classes. Old School Square also serves as a venue for community, corporate, private and media events. For information on performances, exhibits, classes or facility rentals, call 561-243-7922 or visit OldSchoolSquare.org.

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MANGROVE PADDLE - Sat., March 12th, 11:30am-1:30pm & Sat., March 26th, 12-2pm Nature-lovers, get close up and personal with birds, crabs, spiders, and other swampy critters! Discover the magic of the mangroves with a Gumbo Limbo guide on a boardwalk tour at Rutherford Park, followed by a paddle through sheltered mangrove trails, and out into the open Intracoastal waters! For experienced canoers only. Must be proficient at canoeing and able to get into and out of a canoe without assistance. Prepayment required at least 48 hours in advance (561) 544-8615 or online at gumbolimbo.org (minimum sign-up required to conduct program). Ages: Ages 7-adult. One adult required per child under 18. Member $15, Nonmember $22 BEACH TREASURES - Thurs., March 10th & March 24th, 3-4:30pm Sand dollars? Sponges? Oh, what treasures you may find…sea beans, coral, shells and more; see what the sea has left behind! Meet at the Center to learn about shells and sea life; caravan to Red Reef Beach Park, for beachcombing with the experts! Prepayment recommended (561) 544-8615 or online at gumbolimbo.org; walk-ins welcome based on availability. Ages: All ages; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult. Cost per person: Member $5, Non-member $8 OUTDOOR MARINE AQUARIUM FEEDINGS

Monday-Saturday 10:30am (Mangrove and Nearshore Reef Aquariums) Monday-Saturday 2:30pm ( Tropical coral Reef ad Shipwreck Aquariums) Sunday 1:30pm (all Aquariums)

What is the connection between mangrove and coral reef communities? How do fish use these habitats? Learn about the fascinating behaviors of sharks, sting rays, and other marine life during these FREE daily feeding presentations. No reservations required. Meet at the outdoor aquariums.

INDOOR MARINE AQUARIUM FEEDINGS - DAILY AT 2:30PM What do eels eat, or better yet, HOW do eels eat? Which fish rule the school? Why are female seahorses the envy of all the girls? Learn about these and other sea creatures during our FREE daily feeding presentation! No reservations required. Meet in the Nature Center.

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his month Arts Garage celebrates five years of critically acclaimed music and drama. Join us for a special Casino Royale Fundraiser and be sure to get tickets for a month of extraordinary entertainment including some of the most popular performers ever to grace our stage, plus two theatrical productions. And for those who love being in the spotlight, Alchemy, every other Tuesday night, is the hottest ticket for spoken word, singers and artists to share their talent.

For more information, www.artsgarage.org or call 561-450-6357

legacy to Arts Garage. His first recording as a leader, In A World of Mallets, reached Number 1 on the CMJ Radio Charts, and also won an Offbeat Magazine Award for Best Contemporary Jazz Album. With each passing year, he continues to grow and develop as both a composer and entertainer. With a fire in his heart and a passion for the music, his will to swing has never been more resolute.

Sunday, March 6th, 7pm CARLA VISI’S FASCINATING MESTIZO | $25/$30/$40 CARLA VISI

thru March 20th / Wed.-Fri. 7:30pm / Sat. 2pm & 8pm / Sun. 2pm THE DEVIL’S MUSIC: THE LIFE AND BLUES OF BESSIE SMITH | Theatre | $30-$45 Main theatre featuring actress Avery Sommers as Bessie Smith. The Devil’s Music is a dramatization of the turbulent story of the legendary “Empress of the Blues,” whose life was as large and as outrageous as her talent.

The play re-imagines Bessie’s final electrifying evening after she and her band are turned away by a whites-only theatre. Set in 1937 in a Memphis “buffet flat,” the partying, laughter, and bawdiness all come together to deliver an entertaining, unforgettable, and surprisingly touching evening.

Carla is one of the most popular and best-selling Brazilian female singers today, identified by her powerful voice, charisma and live performances, with a combination of afrobeat and rhythmic influences. She has collaborated with renowned artists including four-time Grammy award winner, Gilberto Gil, lending her beautiful voice to their unique version of the classic track, “I Just Called To Say I Love You.”

THE DEVIL’S MUSIC

The show explodes with the classic tunes that Bessie Smith made famous including: I Ain’t Got Nobody, T’aint Nobody’s Business, There’ll Be A Hot Time in the Old Town Tonight and St. Louis Blues.

JASON MARSALIS

Sat. March 5th, 8pm JASON MARSALIS | Jazz | $25/$40/$50 The composer and performer - and the youngest member of New Orleans’ venerable first family of jazz, brings his talent and

DAVE KELLER

by Blues Revue, Dave earned a 2014 Blues Music Award nomination for his most recent CD, “Soul Changes”, for Best Soul/ Blues Recording of the Year. In addition to collaborating with legendary guitarist Ronnie Earl, he toured regularly with Mississippi blues master Johnny Rawls, and spent many years as the protege of soul/blues singer Mighty Sam McClain.

Friday, March 18th, 8pm FRANK VIGNOLA AND VINNY RANIOLO | Jazz | $25/$30/$35 The New York Times has called Frank Vignola “one of the brightest…stars of the guitar,” and he is indeed one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today. His stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of the world’s top musicians, including Ringo Starr, Madonna, Donald Fagen, Wynton Marsalis, Tommy Emmanuel, the Boston Pops, the New York Pops, and guitar legend Les Paul, who named Vignola to his “Five Most Admired Guitar List” for the Wall Street Journal.

FRANK VIGNOLA & VINNY RANIOLO

Friday, March 11th 8pm VINCIUS CANTUARIA QUARTET | Latin Jazz In addition to being a well-known Brazilian singer and songwriter with a seductively gentle voice, Vinicius is also a guitarist, drummer and percussionist, known for his fusion of cool jazz and Bossa Nova. Born in an Amazonian city, Vinicius grew up in Rio de Janeiro, and after several successful records, he moved to New York City, where he has been a leading figure in the downtown New York Jazz and contemporary music scenes since the mid1990s. His albums, which have received critical acclaim, feature collaborations with top artists such as Arto Lindsay, Bill Frisell, Brian Eno, Laurie Anderson, David Byrne and Ryuichi Sakamoto.

At age 26, Vinny Raniolo has already performed at some of the top venues.

The professional touring musician, studio musician, educator, and arranger has been on numerous recordings with Bucky Pizzarelli, Tommy Emmanuel, Tony Trishka, Matt Flinner, Ken Peplowski, among many others.

These outstanding guitarists have played over 1,000 concerts together, alongside the world’s finest musicians. They are infectiously fun, melodic and will keep your feet tapping for as long as their guitars make sound.

Sunday, March 13th, 7pm DAVE KELLER | Blues | $25/$30/$35 A first-class singer, guitarist, and songwriter, Keller has earned the respect of the torchbearers of blues and soul music.

Blessed with a voice described as “stunning”

Friday, March 25th, 6:30-11pm GRUNGE & GLAMOUR’S CASINO ROYALE IN CELEBRATION OF THE 5TH ANNIVERSARY OF ARTS GARAGE Join us for our first ever Casino Night* with music, cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres,

desserts, and classic casino games like craps, roulette, blackjack, poker, and slots. Tickets ($75 donation in advance or $100 at the door) include 5,000 free gaming chips. All donations and proceeds will support children’s education and programming.

March 26-April 17th SMOKE | Black Box Theatre Theatre at Arts Garage Presents Smoke

by Kim Davies, directed by Keith Garsson A thriller, set in New York City, where John, an entitled college student and Julie, a jaded wannabe artist – with more in common than they thought – engage in a series of mind games, both erotic and humorous. But who gets the last laugh?

SMOKE

The New York Times wrote that “… suddenly, the sexual power games in David Ives’s “Venus in Fur” seem distant, almost artificial….provocative and exceedingly clever, the plot is intriguing, the dialogue is consistently surprising…making a convincing argument that sex is exactly like every other kind of human interaction.

Except maybe funnier!”

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art exhibits / music / events / performances WOMAN: UNTITLED”

CULTURAL COUNCIL OF PALM BEACH

through March 12th An extraordinary multimedia art exhibition has opened featuring the work of 14 female artists representing various perspectives of womanhood. Artists include Linda Behar, Giannina Dwin, Nazare Feliciano, Misoo Filan, Soheila Ghodstinat, TD Gillispie, Naghmeh Goodarzi, Suzi Khalil, Sarah Knouse, Dorotha Lemeh, Bonnie Seeman, Vicki Siegel, Deborah Walsh and Flora Zolin. 601 Lake Avenue, Lake Worth. The Cultural Council galleries are open 10 am-5pm, Tuesday-Saturday. palmbeachculture.com or (561) 471-2901.

CIRQUE ITALIA

Thurs. March 3rd - Mon. March 7th Aerialists and acrobats and Jetskis? – oh my! Come experience the magical world of Cirque Italia – a show like no other. We are proud to be the first traveling WATER circus in the US! This incredible show takes place under our majestic white and blue big top tent which came all the way from Italy……..Inside we have such a theatrical and intimate setup, you just might forget you are under a circus tent! For more information or to purchase tickets www.cirqueitalia.com or (941) 7048572. Across the street from the Palm Beach Kennel Club. 1111 North Congress Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33409 Thurs, Fri & Mon: 7:30pm, Saturday 1:30pm, 4:30pm, 7:30pm & 9:30pm, Sunday 1:30pm, 4:30pm & 7:30pm

19TH ANNUAL DOWNTOWN DELRAY BEACH CRAFT FESTIVAL

ART OF THE KEYBOARD CONCERTO

Sat. & Sun. March 5 & 6, 10am-5pm The artists and crafters will line their booths along 4th Avenue, North and South of Atlantic Avenue, creating an outdoor gallery style exhibit. They will be present for the duration of the festival and welcome the opportunity to discuss their art and techniques. A wide array of fine crafts, handmade functional art, as well as unique and affordable gift items will be on display and for sale. Festival patrons can expect to see a full spectrum of craft media including folk art, pottery, personalized gifts, handmade clothing, basket weaving, beaded utensils, candles, handbags & accessories, handmade cards, leather, mosaic, wood, stained glass and much more. The prices will be set to suit all budgets. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority. Free and open to the public. www. artfestival.com 561-746-6615

Sunday, March 13th, 3pm The Music at St. Paul’s presents the Camerata del Ré in a performance exploring the keyboard concertos of Baroque and Classical composers in historic St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Under the direction of Dr. Keith Paulson-Thorp, who will be performing solo parts on harpsichord and organ, the group will perform on a variety of instruments authentic to the Baroque period, including Baroque violins, viola and cello, Baroque flutes.

A $15 donation is requested for the concert, with preferred (front center) seating available at $20. Students admitted for a $5 contribution. Tickets available in advance online at music.stpaulsdelray.org. No one will be turned away at the door for inability to contribute. 188 S. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, Fl 561-276-4541

DOWNTOWN DELRAY 4th & ATLANTIC

MUSIC AT ST. PAUL’S

ART IN THE FAMILY TREE

LYNN PHILHARMONIA NO. 5 LYNN UNIVERSITY’S CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC

March 19-20, Sat. 7:30pm / Sun. 4pm Conductor: Guillermo Figueroa, Berlioz: La damnation de Faust, Marche hongroise, Berlioz: Les Nuits d’Ete, Saint-Saëns: Danse Macabre, Op. 40, Ravel: Daphnis et Chloe, Suite. No. 2 Location: Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center. Tickets: Individual $50 Box, $40 Orchestra and $35 Mezzanine at 3601 N. Military Trail, online at lynn.edu/events or by phone at +1 561-237-9000.

EVENING WITH SOPHIA LOREN

ANN NORTON SCULPTURE GARDENS

Wed., Mar. 9th-Sun., Mar. 15th 10am-4pm The “Art in the Family Tree” exhibition will feature diverse pieces from the lineage of artists in the Phipps and Guest families, who trace their investment and philanthropy in Florida back to the early 20th century. This show will demonstrate that talent, much like genetics, does run in the family. The exhibition will include sculptures, illustrations, drawings and paintings from Palm Beach family members Susie Phipps Cochran, Jay Cochran, Rafe Cochran, Hubert Phipps, Michael Phipps and Diana Guest. For tickets or more information, please visit www.ansg.org or call 561-832-5328.

2051 S. Flagler Dr. Palm Beach

be made at 866-687-3848 or by emailing info@ thesymphonia.org or at thesymphonia.org Sunday, Feb. 7th, 3pm - Connoiseur Concert Gerard Schwarz, Guest Conductor, and Misha Dichter, Piano Soloist, will present ‘A Tribute to the Masters’ Program. The Symphonia will perform pieces by Beethoven, Ives and Mendelssohn. The concert will be held at the Roberts Theater at Saint Andrew’s School, 3900 Jog Road in Boca Raton.

KRAVIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS

BRIDGE & TUNNEL

Mon. March 28th / 8pm / $39 & up Synonymous with grace, beauty and artistry, Oscar-winning actress Sophia Loren captivates audiences with an intimate conversation, film clips and question-andanswer period. The legendary star’s prolific career of more than 50 years earned a remarkable array of accolades, including the first Academy Award for a foreign-language role for Two Women. Decades later, in 1991, Loren received an Honorary Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in acknowledgement of her indelible contributions to world cinema.

B’NAI TORAH CONGREGATION

6TH ANNUAL CITYPLACE ART FAIR CITYPLACE IN WEST PALM BEACH

Sat. & Sun. March 5 & 6, 10am-5pm The CityPlace Art Fair returns with 150 of the finest artists in the country and a wide array of original art. The streets within this popular retail and dining destination will be closed to vehicular traffic to better accommodate festival patrons as they explore the handcrafted works of art. All of the artists will be present for the duration of the show and welcome the opportunity to discuss their work with art enthusiasts and potential investors. The eclectic displays representing diverse styles and artistic media will feature paintings, life size sculptures, photography, ceramics, glass, wood, collage, mixed media, and handmade jewelry as well as unique affordable gift items. 700 South Rosemary Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Free and open to the public. www. artfestival.com 561-746-6615

HOOKING UP with SECOND CITY

LIBBY DODSON’S LIVE AT LYNN

Sat. Mar. 12, 7:30pm / Sun. Mar. 13th 4pm The Second City knows a few things about love—they’ve been looking at it and laughing about relationships for more than half a century. This show makes mirth out of missed connections, girls’ night out adventures and all the crazy things we do for love. This gaspingly funny revue is a modern mix of romance, rancor and everything in-between. 55 years of funny. Tickets may be purchased online at lynn. edu/events or by phone at 561-237-9000. Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center Tickets: Individual tickets $70 for box, $55 for Orchestra and $50 for Mezzanine

JOFFREY BALLET

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ANNI PIPER

SMOKE INN CIGARS

Sat. March 5th / 9:30pm Award-winning bassist-vocalist Anni Piper just released her new ten-song disc, the first to be released on Piper’s own Sugar Daddy Records imprint, is a lively potpourri of sounds. “All the original songs on the album were written since I moved to the US about a year ago”, states the Australian expatriate now residing in Cocoa, Florida. More Guitars Than Friends was recorded, mixed, and mastered at Solar Studio (using exclusively solar power) in Orlando, FL. No cover. Info: (561) 819-1212 or www.smokeinndelray.com.

Sat. March 12th / 8pm / $30 & up The Joffrey Ballet, celebrating its 60th season, is an internationally renowned company classically trained to the highest standards. Known as “America’s Company of Firsts,” the Joffrey expresses a unique, inclusive perspective on dance, proudly reflecting the diversity of America with its company, audiences, and repertoire that includes major story ballets, reconstructions of masterpieces and cutting-edge contemporary works. The Joffrey continues its educational outreach via the Joffrey Academy of Dance and Community Engagement programs.

March 16th, 7:30pm, $36 The Theatre Arts Series at B’nai Torah will conclude its season with star power: Carbonell Award-winning actress Karen Stephens will reprise her award-winning performance (Best Actress 2011 – New Times Best of Award) in Sarah Jones’ Tony Award winning Broadway show Bridge & Tunnel. Stephens will once again inhabit the souls of 14 diverse members of New York City’s melting pot to offer their perceptions of the immigrant experience.

6261 SW 18th St., Boca Raton, FL 33433 www.bnai-torah.org 561-392-8566

MUSIC OF THE FOUR B’S: BACH, BEETHOVEN, BRAHAMS & BARTÓK LYNN UNIVERSITY’S CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC

Thurs., March 17th, 7:30pm / $20 Carol Cole, violin, Sheng-Yuan Kuan, piano. Esteemed faculty artists, Carol Cole and Sheng-Yuan Kuan present an evening of the most celebrated literature for violin and piano, spanning two centuries. Their program will include: J.S. Bach Sonata in E Major BWV 1016, Beethoven Kreutzer Sonata in A Major Op. 47, Brahms Sonata in D Minor Op. 108, and the Bartok First Rhapsody. Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center, at 3601 N. Military Trail, online at lynn.edu/ events or by phone at +1 561-237-9000.

SYMPHONIA CONNOISEUR CONCERT WEEKEND SYMPHONIA

Fri., Sat. & Sun. March 18, 19 & 20th Friday, Feb. 5th - Box Lunch it with The Symphonia – Conductor Gerard Schwarz, will speak about the weekend’s concert. Piano soloist, Misha Dichter, will provide insights to ’A Tribute to the Master’s Program, which will be performed on Sunday, March 20th. The Box Lunch It event costs $35 per person. Tickets can be purchases online at thesymphonia.org or by calling 866-687-4201.

Saturday, Feb. 6th, 10:30am-Noon Children Meet the Orchestra. Great opportunity to interact with The Symphonia’s conductor and musicians and attend a live dress rehearsal at the Roberts Theater at Saint Andrew’s School, 3900 Jog Road in Boca Raton, Fla. Adults are $5 and children/non-profits are free. Children can learn about and hold instruments. Reservations are required and can

JOHNNY MATHIS

KRAVIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Tues. March 29th / 8pm / $30 & up Celebrating 60 years in the music industry, the legendary Johnny Mathis, a sublime vocalist whose approach to pop eclipses passing fads is Columbia Records longest running recording artist. Best known for Chances Are, It’s Not For Me To Say and Misty, Mathis has recorded more than 80 albums, was given the Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences’ Lifetime Achievement Award, and ranks as the all-time #6 album artist in Billboard’s pop album charts history.

“There are a number of good singers, a smaller handful of truly great singers, and then there’s Johnny Mathis.” – Barbra Streisand

ELMAR OLIVEIRA IN RECITAL LYNN UNIVERSITY’S CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC

Thurs. March 31st, 7:30pm / $20 Violinist Elmar Oliveira’s only solo recital appearance in the 2015-16 season in Boca Raton on the campus of Lynn University with pianist Sheng-Yuan Kuan. Come hear a recital of great yet lesser known works by composers Frederick Delius, Maurice Ravel and Rodion Shchedrin as well as the masterworks of Leclair and Beethoven. Count and Countess de Hoernle International Center / AmarnickGoldstein Concert Hall at 3601 N. Military Trail, tickets online at lynn.edu/events or by phone at 561-237-9000.

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curtain calls MY SON THE WAITER: A JEWISH TRAGEDY

THE PALM BEACHES THEATRE through March 27th Thurs, Sat, Sun. 2pm / Thurs, Fri, Sat. 7:30 Brad Zimmerman’s My Son the Waiter: A Jewish Tragedy is the story of one man’s struggle to fulfill his dream and ‘make it’ as a comedic actor in New York. One part standup, one part theatrical, and all parts uproarious. Tickets: $40 - $65 Phone: 844-448-7469 MySonTheWaiter.com 250 South Ocean Blvd., 33462 Manalapan, FL (East Ocean Ave. & A1A – Formerly Florida Stage/Plaza Theatre)

BETTER THAN MONEY

WILLOW THEATRE AT SUGAR SAND PARK March 4-13, Fri & Sat. 8pm, Sundays 2pm The Playgroup LLC presents Better Than Money - WW II is over, but WW III is just starting for the Noodlemans. The well laid plans of the mother, Gussie, veer in unexpected directions in the face of the secret desires of the rest of the family in this comedy by Joe Feinstein, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33486 Tickets: $25. www.willowtheatre. org/box-office www.theplaygroupllc.com (561) 347-3848

WHAT’S NEW PUSSYCAT

STAGE DOOR THEATRE through March 27th Wed, Sat. & Sun. 2pm / Fri. & Sat. 8pm Conceived by Kein Black and Michael Leeds. Back by popular demand! These Boots Are Made For Walkin’ so let’s go Downtown taking The Long And Winding Road to A Bridge Over Troubled Waters. Then I’ve Got Georgia On My Mind, so I’ll be Leavin’ On A Jet Plane with My Girl, My Guy, and Eleanor Rigby. But if you’re California Dreamin’, I’m feeling those Good Vibrations, so just Walk Like A Man, and let’s Hit The Road, Jack. You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me ‘cause Our Day Will Come and we’re gonna be Happy Together. How do I know...? ‘Cause I Heard It On The Grapevine! Tickets: $38 - $42.

8036 W Sample Rd. Margate, Fl 33065 www. stagedoortheatre.com 954-344-7765

BULLETS OVER BROADWAY KRAVIS ON BROADWAY

March 22-27 / $27 & up / Tues.-Sat. 8pm Matinees Wed, Sat. & Sun. 2pm Hailed by TIME Magazine as, “Musical Theatre Gold, “BULLETS OVER BROADWAY is the hilarious musical comedy about the making of a Broadway show.

Written by Woody Allen, with direction and choreography by Susan Stroman and based upon the screenplay of the acclaimed film

by Woody Allen and Douglas McGrath, BULLETS OVER BROADWAY is the story of a young playwright who, in desperate need of financial backing for his next show, accepts an offer he can’t refuse from as mobster looking to please his showgirl girlfriend.

Don’t miss what the New Yorker exclaims as, “a Fun Machine from Start to Finish!”

Loaded with big laughs, colorful characters, and the songs that made the 20s roar, Bullets Over Broadway is bringing musical comedy back with a bang.” NPR called it “the best show in town, and the Chicago Tribune described it as “a whiz-bang, retro, good time Broadway musical.”

MATILDA THE MUSICAL KRAVIS ON BROADWAY

March 1-6th / $25 & up / Tues.-Sat. 8pm Matinees Wed, Sat. & Sun. 2pm TIME Magazine’s #1 Show of the Year!

Winner of 50 international awards, including four Tony Awards®, MATILDA THE MUSICAL is the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Based on the beloved novel by Roald Dahl, MATILDA continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages on Broadway and in London’s West End. The Wall Street Journal says, “The makers of MATILDA have done the impossible – triumphantly! It is smart, sweet, zany and stupendous fun.”

Bloomberg News gushed, “Welcome to the deliriously amusing, heartwarming, headspinning world of MATILDA THE MUSICAL. You won’t want to leave.”

notices/deadlines ALCHEMY - ALL ARTS OPEN MIC TALENT SHOWCASE

ARTS GARAGE Every other Tues., 8-11pm (start Dec. 8th) Calling local artists, musicians, actors, spoken word poets, comedians, dancers, and madmen…Come to Alchemy Artist Showcase, show off your skills, and shine!! Artists are accompanied by a live band in an open mic and an open stage setting. Alchemy provides local artists with a platform to jam with the band and share original works.

NW 9th Street, Delray Beach, FL 33444.

More Info: 561-272-1281 Ext. 4

Horsing Around” will be our first year of a show with a “Horse” theme. We have a number of equestrian enthusiasts who have been working in our studio, visiting our gallery and asking for works that involve horses. The gallery and studio will be participating in, and contributing to a major Breast Cancer Fund-Raiser at the Wellington Polo Club just prior to this event.

15 South J St. Lake Worth 33460 Questions?

Call or email Joyce 215-205-9441 Joyce@ FlamingoClayStudio.org

NO MORE HORSING AROUND

CLAY GLASS METAL STONE GALLERY Call to Artists for April 8-20th Show First 40 artists to apply. All shows are open to all media; 2-D and 3-D. We want to give each of you the opportunity to add a gallery show to your resume. “There’ll Be No More

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style • fashion •beauty GO GENTLEMEN! CAMPAIGN High School Youth Train to Project Best Image FSB Mens / FashionMenswear introduces an inspirational marketing campaign, Go Gentlemen! and plans to partner with all of Palm Beach County high school youth programs. The Go Gentlemen! campaign will train high school youth on practical ways to project their best image and teach style tips on how to dress properly for every occasion.

FSBMens/FashionMenswear has created a program for High School students throughout Palm Beach County. Students will visit the store, meet with a fashion stylist and receive a digital image, taken with their own mobile device, to use for their professional resumes, college applications and/or professional social media profile photos.

“We are giving knowledge away. We believe that it is crucial for our young men to project their best image when preparing for the workforce and/or furthering their education after high school. We are excited to provide practical life skills for youth on topics such as: How to dress appropriately for every occasion, How to tie a tie and How to press a shirt”, says founder, Giovanni Marquez.

The “Go Gentlemen! training program will encourage student athletes to develop valuable life skills as they transition from young men into gentlemen” stated head football coach T.J. Jackson from Atlantic High School in Delray Beach.

FSBMens/ FashionMenswear is an importer and designer of fashion menswear and fine footwear. The flagship store is located at: 515 E Ocean Avenue Downtown Boynton Beach, Florida has been in business for 45 years. Store hours are Monday-Saturday10am7pm EST. With a brand portfolio that includes Giovanni Marquez, named after the company’s founder, FSBMens/ FashionMenswear, is a leader in high-quality men’s tailored clothing

and sportswear, formalwear including suits and tuxedos, signature shirts and slacks, denim collections, ties, socks, accessories and leather footwear. Merchandise is available to consumers worldwide through our websites: FashionMenswear.com, FSBMens.com and GiovanniMarquez.com Local: 561.736.9977 / Toll Free: 800.790.9977

Kiehl’s Since 1851 Opens In Boca Raton

By Heather McMechan The Pineapple Contributing Writer

FSBMens/ FashionMenswear will be giving a FREE VIP membership ($100 value) to the students of Palm Beach County High Schools. Membership includes: Club pricing, Discount alerts, Birthday incentives, Referral credits, Trunk shows, Personalized fashion stylist, Personal shopper, Wedding and special event consultant, Complimentary alterations and tailoring. VIP membership was created to exceed shopper expectations, build brand loyalty and create lifelong customers.

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Los Angeles Times. Dr. Jay M. Winter, former professor of history at Yale University, award-winning author and specialist on World War I will explore its history and impact on the 21st century. Irwin Stovroff, U.S. Veteran and founder of Vets Helping Heroes will present “An Extraordinary Life, Gone to the Dogs.”

New this season is a free official Festival of the Arts BOCA app, a digital pocket guide featuring GPS directions, schedule of events, ticket purchasing, contests, links to social media channels, videos, sneak previews of upcoming performances and much more. Users will have the ability to enable push notifications for up-to-the-minute schedule changes, emergency information, and traffic updates. To download, visit the app store on your mobile device and search for Festival BOCA. Tickets for the 10th Annual Festival of the Arts BOCA range from $15 to $225 per person and are available at www.festivalboca.com or by calling (866) 571-ARTS (866-571-2787).

Multi-event and full Festival packages are also available.

The grand opening celebration of Kiehl’s first retail store in Boca Raton took place on Wednesday, February 16, 2016. With skincare, body and men’s related areas, the new Kiehl’s store offered products to help you with that specific beauty need. Fresh juices and delicious appetizers were passed while customers had complimentary facials along with skincare consultations.

I had the opportunity to meet and interview author and Kiehl’s President Chris Salgardo. His book MANMADE: The Essential Skincare & Grooming Reference for Every Man is a reference for men sharing basic tips and techniques from how to trim a beard to using an eye cream. The chapters include specific grooming needs of the polished gentleman; the extreme sports enthusiast; the bad boy/ rebel; the artistic renaissance man; and the DIY hipster. There were a few tips I didn’t know myself such as using ice for puffy eyes and I should slather eye cream on everyday.

I asked Chris one beauty product that is a must-have. He suggested one inexpensive way to help with the anti-aging process is to wear sunscreen. Living in South Florida, this should be part of our everyday beauty regimen.

Kiehl’s also donated 50% of sales at the event up to $5,000 to Florence Fuller Child Development Centers as a commitment to give back. Florence Fuller is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of children from economically challenged families with the goal of preparing children for a lifetime commitment to learning and empowering their families to build a brighter future.

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et us do the cooking for you: You come in, sit down, and you are fed. Guests are encouraged to taste and discern seasonal flavors without the guide of a menu through a 5-course dinner for an evening full of surprises. Combination of small size salads, appetizers, entrees, and desserts are part of the experience presented tableside

by Chef Roberto himself. Available with or without accompanying wines. Truly a must try experience.

Back To Our Roots: This Fall-Winter edition menu carries an extraordinary

personal approach from Chef/Owner Roberto Villegas’ Mexico City gastronomy.

Authentic ingredients and seasonings are carefully chosen and experimented on with both traditional cooking methods and contemporary techniques. Authentic ingredients and seasonings are carefully chosen and experimented on with both traditional cooking methods and contemporary techniques.

Live music by flamenco guitarist Jorge de Zofia every Friday and Saturday from 7:30pm- 9:30pm. Amazing artist, amazing music, amazing food, amazing people! Not to mention... he builds his own guitars!

Visit Table 427 where you will be enchanted by the food, the service, the ambiance, the entire experience! Rated “10 Best Restaurants in Palm Beach County”

by USA Today and named “Best Culinary experience in West Palm Beach” by Palm Beach Post.

Table 427 offers their regular menu as well as the 5-course experience. Reservations strongly recommended. 561.506.8211 - 427 Northwood Rd. West Palm Beach www.

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Solita & Mastino Delray Offer Pizza 101 Classes Learn the Art of Artisan Pizza Making

Pizza in front of wood fire oven at Solita & Mastino ELRAY BEACH, FL – Solita & Mastino (solitaitalian.com), 25 N.E. 2nd Avenue in Pineapple Grove, Delray Beach, has launched PIZZA 101, a hands-on pizza making class, designed to be fun and educational.

The two-hour class, taught by Solita & Mastino restaurateur, Steven Dapuzzo, offers guests an interactive experience designed to master the art of hand-stretched dough, learn the correct techniques for building and topping a pizza, and provides some fun facts and history of the world’s most popular dish.

Participants watch their pizza bake in the restaurant’s 900-degree wood fire oven and enjoy their handiwork with a glass of wine or a craft beer. At the end of the evening, guests take home Solita & Mastino recipes.

PIZZA 101 classes are held on an ongoing basis on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. at the restaurant, by reservation. Some upcoming dates include March 9th, March 23rd, April 13 and April 27. To register, visitsolitaitalian.com. Classes are $69 per person and include pizza tastings, your very own pizza creation, as well as a glass or wine, a craft beer or a cocktail. Private group classes and corporate team building sessions are available, as well. Starting in the spring of 2016, classes will also be offered at Beauty and the FEAST in Ft. Lauderdale.

Solita & Mastino pizzas are made with the very best products–both from Italy and the United States. The restaurant uses San Felice “00”, which is the finest stone milled flour in the world from Naples, Italy, the purest unfiltered extra virgin olive oil, Adriatic Sea salt, fresh organic basil, fresh mozzarella, handcrafted meats and toppings, and naturally sweet tomato sauce, made exclusively with authentic San Marzano tomatoes grown in the rich volcanic soil of Mt. Vesuvius.

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Firefighter Mike March into Spring

By Mike Arciprete Special to The Pineapple

HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPERIENCE IN MIZNER PARK MARCH 19TH

Up in NYC we get some brutal winters. The summers here are way too short and more often than none we get an “early” winter, meaning its freezing in October. This year has been surprisingly mild, winter wise. But mother nature was just teasing us New Yorkers. She slapped us with the largest snowfall in NYC history last month! Unless there is a snowboard attached to my feet I much rather never see snow. It’s a nuisance to New Yorkers.

As March creeps up on us we hope to feel an ounce of warmth. Give us a semi-mild day out and it becomes the greatest thing since the iPhone! The temperature can be in the 50’s, but if its sunny, everyone is out and about. People are washing their cars. Windows are rolled down. Guys are cruising the boulevards.

Women are wearing oversized sunglasses. Hipsters are selling organic sprouts on a random Brooklyn corner. You know the usual, we just can’t wait. The countdown to Spring begins!

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March is also a great month for firefighters. Why, you may ask? Because there are a dozen St. Patty’s Day parades for us to attend. C’mon now, who doesn’t love St. Patty’s Day. Great crowds of people, a fun time out with friends and green beer! Not much else to say but sign me up! So, I’ll be marching this year in the NYC Parade and also the Delray Beach Parade! Not to mention a few others . . . LOL. It’s also my calendar month in the official 2016 NYC Firefighters Calendar of Heroes. They must have known something when they gave me March! This is gonna be a good one!

A few days ago we had a whiff of spring. A rare 62 degree sunny February day. I worked the day tour at the firehouse and got the warm weather itch. I thought to myself, it’s time to cook a springtime meal for the boy’s. It was an “all hands” meal. Plenty of ingredients, plenty of chopping. But hey, when you have 10 extra sets of hands to help, you put them to work. Any good cook knows how to delegate! So with the help of my fellow firefighters, I made a healthy, delicious meal which I want to share with you, enjoy!!

Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa, Black Bean Brown rice & Organic Blue Corn Chips.

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hen thousands ascend to Mizner Park Amphitheater to boost their healthy living-IQ and enhance their lifestyles at WPEC 12’s free and open-to-the-public third Annual Health and Wellness Experience (HWE) on Saturday, March 19th, community sponsor Boca Raton’s Promise (BRP) will be putting Mental Health center stage from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

With large tent location next to the main stage and across the aisle from the WPEC CBS12 and WTVX CW34 booths, event-goers will engage in inspiring and enlightening lifechanging conversations, become educated on support resources and empowered in which ways to cope for youth, young adults, college students, parents and seniors. Programming is presented

by BRP and members of the Palm Beach Action Alliance for

Mental Health, a collaboration of 28 agencies throughout the county.

Topics to be explored under the 20’ x 20’ tent include depression, post-partum and other situational stress, teen and adult suicide prevention, mental health’s impact on public safety, mental health in the workplace, and impacts of bullying.

Visitors can learn about Mental Health First Aid training and the therapeutic value of engaging in family support groups, arts and craft-making and spend time with trained therapy dogs who go regularly into our local hospitals, nursing homes, and courtrooms with volunteers sharing the mental health benefits provided by therapy dogs and the value of animal therapy for mental illness.

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Yoga For Kids With Special Needs

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ttention parents of special needs children. On March 9th at Bamboo Garden Yoga in Delray Beach Jessica McCarrick will host her first of many yoga classes specifically for children on the autism spectrum with ADHD, sensory processing and emotional/behavioral disorders, Yoga can help improve the behavior and focus, increase strength, flexibility and balance for kids with special needs.

Jessica McCarrick (Registered Yoga Teacher at the 200hour level) has been practicing yoga since childhood. She holds a bachelors degree in Psychology and is a Reiki Level 2 healer. She is currently an ABA therapist and is certified in teaching Yoga for Children with Special Needs. Yoga for Children with Special Needs is designed to meet each child exactly where he or she is. Students living with Autism, Down Syndrome and other diagnoses are welcome. We incorporate gentle movement and breathing exercises to improve motor skills, facilitate relaxation, improve focus, reduce anxiety and encourage self-regulation. Classes begin March 9th at Bamboo Garden Yoga at 5pm. Parent participation required.

Contact Jessica McCarrick to register at jmcca731@yahoo. com. Private sessions available.

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Genesis Community Health, a non-profit health clinic dedicated to serving patients of all economic levels, welcomed city VIPs and members of the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce to its Feb. 4 ribbon-cutting.

Genesis, located at 30 SE 6th Street in Boca Raton, is a healthcare resource for family care, routine check-ups, testing, examinations and urgent care for underinsured patients or those with no insurance.

Genesis also provides OB-GYN examinations, HIV/AIDS testing, chronic condition diagnosis and management, school- and sports-required exams, and dental care.

At the ribbon cutting, about 50 guests toured the new medical center, enjoyed refreshments and heard from the leaders of Genesis and its partner, Boca Helping Hands.

“We believe this partnership with Genesis Community Health is a major piece in the puzzle to leading those we serve to a life independent of any charitable and governmental assistance,” said Boca Helping Hands’ Executive Director James S. Gavrilos.

“Without access to proper medical care, those we serve are condemned to a life of poor health, which results in further entrapping them and their children into a life of poverty and hunger.”

Genesis not a free clinic, but instead provides medical services to its patients on a sliding fee scale. To make an appointment, please call 561.430.3629.

“If there is a discount, it is dependent upon the patient’s demonstrated income, which is determined by pay stubs, tax returns, and Social Security wage print outs,” said Genesis CEO DeAnna Warren. “We also welcome patients who have health insurance through the usual payers and Medicare patients, as well as those on Medicaid.”

Local Audiology Clinic Supplying the “Gift of Hearing” in Haiti

Dr. Nimet Adam with Hearing Partners will be embarking on a very special trip to bring the Gift of Hearing to the largest deaf and hard of hearing population in Haiti. She will provide audiology care, general training and maintenance as part of an eleven person team travelling February 28, 2015-March 7, 2015 to Leveque, Haiti.

The Hearing the Call Haiti humanitarian mission trip brings audiology care to one of the least reached places in the world. According to the World Health Organization, there are over 360 million people living with a disabling hearing loss. The majority of these cases can be treated through early diagnosis and proven intervention.

Help support the work of Hearing Partners both locally and globally by donating used hearing devices for someone in need. Your donation will be used to provide the Gift of Hearing to support disadvantaged people with hearing loss.

Hearing devices of any age, style, and condition are gladly accepted.

Donations can be made at Hearing Partners of South Florida; 6110 W. Atlantic Ave. Suite A, Delray Beach, FL 33484 or 7593 Boynton Beach Blvd. Suite 100, Boynton Beach, FL 33437 during regular business hours Monday – Friday 9AM-5PM.

Gold Coast Down Syndrome to Sponsor Workshop “If People with Down Syndrome Ruled the World”

The Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization will sponsor a full day workshop for parents and professionals on promoting strengths of teens and adults with Down Syndrome on April 3, 2016 from 11:00am – 4:00pm at the Boynton Beach Senior Center 1021 S. Federal Highway.

Workshop presenter renowned expert Dr. Dennis McGuire focuses on the strengths of individuals who have Down syndrome. Based on seeing over 3000 patients with Down syndrome from age 12 to 83, he will discuss how to support what is typically seen in teens, adults, and the aging population.

Cost is $25 per person and includes lunch.

Register at http://gcdso.donordrive.com/ event/dmconf/ Contact 561.752.3383 or gcdso@ bellsouth.net for more information.

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trained therapy dogs from Caring Canines and Sunshine on a Leash organizations plus children’s emoji cookie decorating and ‘I AM’ tailgate-style games presented by school FRiENDS program. In the HWE’s screenings section on the amphitheater’s clock tower patio, BRP and MHA-PBC will be hosting a ‘depression screening’ tent, youth ‘emotion’ art activity and adult coloring sheet sessions in the event’s designated ‘screening’ section.

Participating resources organizations include 211, National Association For Mental Illness (NAMI-PBC), Ruth Rales Jewish Family Services, Healthier Delray Beach, Mental Health Association (MHA-PBC), Boynton Beach Mental Health Initiative, Boys Town South Florida, Alliance for Eating Disorders, Living Skills in the Schools, Faulk Center for Counseling and more.

“In interactive, educational and empowering ways, we will be ‘turning up the volume’ to ‘break the silence’ on mental illness so that those in need of help and their loved ones are no longer afraid or ashamed to seek that help,” noted BRP Co-founder and President Rita Thrasher who has lost two daughters with mental illnesses and wants to lessen the pain of families and friends with loved ones living with mental illness. “Education leads to understanding, understanding leads to sensitivity and acceptance which in turn leads to critical action to make municipalities and faith communities mind-healthy. Such action includes advocacy for legislation changes, campus counseling, city initiatives and collaborations, school curriculum and programming and community awareness opportunities like WPEC12’s Health & Wellness Experience.”

According to Thrasher, mental illness in Palm Beach County is “much more common

than thought. In fact, it outnumbers cancer, diabetes and heart attacks combined with one in four adults having mental illness and even more affected by a family member, colleague, student, friend or neighbor living with mental illness.”

Statistics show that one half of all mental illnesses begin by age 14 and 22 percent of middle school students have reported considering suicide. It is related to bullying, drop out, absenteeism, and violence. It affects all ages, cultures, faiths, schools and workplaces. It’s cost equals 40% of the gross national product.

She adds that “the social fabric of communities is being impacted by untreated mental illness,” Every nonprofit and every school and every faith leader is being challenged.

Caregiving of adult children living at home and their siblings is stretching communities beyond their ability to respond.“ “So it is now more than ever to start the critical life-changing conversations in our communities, neighborhoods, schools, at work and houses of worship that forever ‘break the silence’ on mental illness,” she continued.

“That’s what we at Boca Raton’s Promise and the Action Alliance do every single day, and we encourage others to join us as together we start conversations to educate and help build responsive, mind-healthy communities.”

Free parking for HWE is available at City Hall and the Downtown library with complimentary trolley service to Mizner Park.

Parking is limited onsite.

For more information and updates on Boca Raton Promise’s activities planned for the WPEC 12 Health & Wellness Experience, visit www.bocaratonspromise.org, LIKE its Facebook page or call 561-866-1850.

For more details on the HWE event, visit www.thewellnessexperience.org

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3-Year Old Bone Marrow Recipient Meets Woman Who Saved His Life

Rebecca Hubbird with her son, Mario Lopez and his bone marrow donor, Laura Pacheco

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OCA RATON, FL – A highly emotional meeting of three-year old Mario Lopez, Jr., a bone marrow transplant recipient and his 22-year old life-saving donor, Laura Pacheco took place Sunday, January 17, 2016 at the Gift of Life Bone Marrow Foundation’s annual Run/Walk for Life 5K. Gift of Life, an international bone marrow registry, held the ceremony despite the 5K being cancelled due to weather. Hundreds attended the event at the Boca Raton Marriott at Boca Center and witnessed the touching moment.

Pacheco, a Union College student and member of the university’s women’s field hockey and lacrosse teams, was swabbed in 2013 on a whim and received a call about a year later informing her she was a match.

“When I got the call I cried at first, overwhelmed with the idea of it all,” said Blue Bell, Pa. resident Pacheco. “I did not really comprehend the impact of it right then because I was just doing what I was always taught to do, give back to others.”

Mario, who was joined by his mother Rebecca Hubbird and two sisters, was diagnosed with Histiocytic Disorders, a rare blood disease that is caused by an excess of white blood cells, in December 2013.

His family was told that the best hope of a cure was a bone marrow transplant. Like 70 percent of patients in similar circumstances, Mario did not have a relative who was a suitable match. He had to rely on a search of the registry to find that one stranger who could save his life.

Mario eventually found his match through the Gift of Life registry and his transplant took place at Children’s Hospital of Milwaukee in

Wisconsin in October 2014.

“If it wasn’t for Gift of Life and what you guys are doing out there, we would not have our son,” said Hubbird . “Also, millions of people wouldn’t have their loved ones--you guys give people a second chance at life.”

Boca Raton City Council member and Chairman of the Community Redevelopment Agency Scott Singer served as the emcee of the event and shared the story of his motherin-law’s bone marrow donor being found through Gift of Life.

The donor/recipient pair was introduced by Boca West Community Charitable Foundation Chairman Arthur Adler. Gift of Life is a proud beneficiary of the Charitable Foundation and uses funds received to offset the laboratory fees associated with testing cheek swab samples from donors. In fact, Laura’s cheek swab was funded by the foundation.

Gift of Life’s annual Run/Walk for Life is the only event in the South Florida area that is solely dedicated to raising awareness for bone marrow and blood stem cell transplants. The funds raised are used to add new donors to the worldwide bone marrow registry, as the cost to process each donor’s test kit is $60.

About Gift of Life Headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, Gift of Life Bone Marrow Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives and facilitating bone marrow and blood stem cell transplants for patients with leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood-related diseases. Gift of Life’s vision is to find A match. Anytime. Anywhere. For anyone. For more information on Gift of Life, visit www. giftoflife.org.

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For Mango Salsa: 3 Ripened Mangos peeled and Diced 4 Cups of Cherry tomatoes Sliced in half and drained 4 Green Onions chopped 3 Jalapeno’s seeded and chopped 2 Cups of Cilantro chopped Sea Salt and Black Pepper to taste For Cilantro Brown Rice: (1) 3Lb. Bag of Carolina Brown Rice (2) Jars of Goya Recaito cooking base (3) Cans of Goya Black Beans (Drained and Rinsed) (2) Jars of Goya Salad Olives with Pimentos 3 Tbsp. Black Malabar Course Pepper (2 or 3) packages of Soft Tortillas, enough for 2 tacos a person.

1 Package of Cole Slaw Mix Organic Blue Chips (any brand) After Shrimp are cleaned and deveined, rinse shrimp and pat dry. Add Cajun seasoning to shrimp and mix around coating all the shrimp. Let marinade for 30 minutes.

After prepping salsa ingredients, mix ingredients together and refrigerate for 20 minutes. While shrimp is marinaideing, cook brown rice as directions suggest.

Once rice is cooked, add recaito, black beans, olives and black pepper to the rice.

Then add about half the juice from each jar of olives. Mix around till rice is fully coated then add a little Extra Virgin Olive Oil to keep

it moist. Set rice aside on stove to keep warm.

Heat a very large skillet or 2 medium skillets on medium heat till they are hot. Add butter to skillet(s). Once butter is slightly bubbling add the shrimp. Cook the shrimp fully. I lightly heat up tortillas over burners (only couple seconds each side).

Add 4-5 Shrimp per tortilla. Then a little bit of Cole Slaw Mix, then add mango salsa on top. Add Rice and chips to plate and serve.

Hope you try it out and enjoy it! See ya on St. Patty’s Day!

Mike Arciprete is a NYC Firefighter, Certified PT, Clean Eating Coach, Musician, and loves Delray Beach, cooking and tattoos.

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Diabetes a Major Health Concern

By Edward Scarlett Special to The Pineapple

Approximately 25.8 million men, women and children have diabetes. It is one of the biggest health concerns in the U.S. today. Treatment for diabetes requires keeping close watch over your blood sugar levels (and keeping them at a goal set by your doctor) with a combination of medications exercise, and diet.

Common symptoms of diabetes: Urinating often Feeling very thirsty Feeling very hungry - even though you are eating Extreme fatigue Blurry vision Cuts/bruises that are slow to heal Weight loss - even though you are eating more (type 1) Tingling, pain, or numbness in the hands/feet (type 2) Early detection and treatment of diabetes can decrease the risk of developing complications.

Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in children and young adults, and was previously known as juvenile diabetes. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin. With type 2 diabetes your body does not use insulin properly. This is called insulin resistance.

Diabetes Drugs If you have type 1 diabetes, you will need insulin in the form of injections or through use of a continuous pump By checking your own blood sugar levels, you can track your body’s changing needs and work with your doctor to figure out the best dosage.

For some people with type 2 diabetes, diet and exercise are enough to keep the disease under control. Other people need medication, which may include insulin and an oral drug.

Acupuncture and Diabetes A theory has arisen as to how diabetes progresses. The disease begins with a deficiency of yin. However, patients in the early stage of diabetes actually have a hyperactive metabolism that does not provide useful energy. Food nutrients are not successfully utilized; This yin deficiency generates heat and parches the yin. The imbalance of yin and yang eventually degrades and inhibits the qi (chee), so

that qi and yin deficiency co-exist. At this point, secondary effects may begin causing many serious symptoms. Without proper nourishment of qi and yin, yang eventually becomes impaired, and the patient, now with advanced disease, has a combined deficiency of qi, yin, and yang.

How Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Treats Diabetes In treating diabetes, Oriental medicine offers a way to address each patient individually to eliminate the symptoms associated with diabetes and reduce the need for insulin. The practitioner may choose to use a variety of techniques during treatment including acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, bodywork, lifestyle/ dietary recommendations and energetic exercises. The treatment for diabetes will focus on regulating the circulation of blood and Qi and balancing the organ systems to improve pancreatic function and address internal heat and the depletion of fluids.

Chinese Herbal Medicine Herbal medicine can be an important component to the treatment of diabetes.

Different formulas may be effective for different people, so practitioners may try several different approaches Remember, prevention (and laughter) is the best medicine, so why don’t you call me at (561)272-7816 and arrange for a free consultation and personalized wellness treatment program or treatment for diabetes and any other health issue.

For nearly 20 years, Dr. Edward Scarlett has been serving the Delray Beach community by spreading wellness through multiple Acupuncture styles and Body Work techniques. He is the founder and lead physician at Alive and Well Acupuncture Clinic. Specializing in managing acute and chronic pain conditions with the use of Acupuncture, Acupressure, Moxibustation, and Deep Muscle Therapy, Dr. Scarlett has built a reputation for achieving excellent results. He believes it is most important to treat the cause of people’s health issues while focusing on achieving relief.

sports Florida TOPSoccer gets $145K from lawsuit

Representatives of the Soccer Association of Boca Raton and the Florida Youth Soccer Association traveled to the Mandel Jewish Community Center west of Boynton Beach on January 26 to pick up a check for $144,958.84, part of the $1.7 million unclaimed proceeds of a Florida-based class-action lawsuit.

The plaintiffs’ attorneys, Cleveland-based Dworken & Bernstein Co., L.P.A., employed a doctrine known as cy pres to distribute the unclaimed funds not claimed by the plaintiffs.

In many lawsuits, unclaimed settlement money reverts to the defendants, but under the cy pres doctrine, those funds are distributed to designated charities. In the Florida case, the law firm determined half of the recipients and half were decided on by the plaintiffs. The recipients came from throughout the state.

“Cy pres deters the wrongdoers from further wrongdoing,” said Patrick Perotti, senior partner at Dworken & Bernstein., who presented the checks to 13 charities from throughout the state.

The $145K gift will benefit the 28 TOPSoccer programs in the state, which give youths with mental, physical and developmental disabilities the chance to participate in soccer in a joyful, supportive environment.

“This money will directly affect the TOPSoccer programs throughout the state,” said Vic Nocera, director of the Soccer Association of Boca Raton’s TOPSoccer program. Steve Lesser, a shareholder at the Florida law firm of Becker & Poliakoff assisted as local counsel in the class-action lawsuit and requested that a portion of the unclaimed funds be directed to the TOPSoccer program.

Lesser, a director of the junior varsity TOPSoccer program advised the attendees that it is the goal of the program to make it free for all participants and the money will help fund these programs throughout Florida.

TOPSoccer, which was created in 1991, came to Boca Raton in 2000 through the efforts of Dean Frost. On opening day in 2000, Frost had 13 players and a handful of buddies enrolled. Buddies are teenagers who act as guides to the players and help lead them through the activities. By the end of the season, the program had added 10 more players. Today, SABR’s TOPSoccer is the largest in the state, with 167 players enrolled and more than 220

buddies and buddy captains. The club provides printed and electronic media to help new clubs to get started, and communities that are considering TOPSoccer clubs often visit SABR to learn how a well-run program operates.

The SABR TOPSoccer program received its check from Perotti, but had a gift for him, too: One of the teams in the 2016 league was named in honor of Dworken & Bernstein, and the players’ jerseys are emblazoned with the firm’s logo.

“We appreciate what this means for our special-needs athletes throughout Florida,” Lesser said.

Golfing Great Greg Norman at Bocaire Country Club to Share Concept for Course Redesign

Pro golfing legend Greg Norman, a South Florida resident who spent more than 330 weeks as the number one ranked professional golfer in the world, recently shared his ideas for redesigning Bocaire Country Club’s golf course and helping to ensure the boutiquesize community maintains its leadership position as one of the most luxurious country club communities in South Florida.

“The easiest thing to do is build the hardest golf course in the world,” Norman said. “The hardest thing to do is build a balanced course that everyone can enjoy playing.”

Norman’s West Palm Beach-based company, Greg Norman Golf Course Design, is one of a handful of firms under consideration

by Bocaire to redesign the course, which last underwent a major renovation in 2001.

“Our goal is to create a course that is very accessible, very playable but that looks stunning,” Norman said.

“We have a great piece of property on which to build a great course,” said Bocaire’s Chief Executive Officer Russell Carlson, adding that hiring a firm to design the course will be the first step in an expected two-year process.

Norman, and the company’s senior vice president for golf course design, Chris Campbell, told a group of interested Bocaire residents that five of the top golf courses in the world are among the more than 100 courses designed by the firm since it began in 1987.

Behind all those courses is a philosophy that incorporates unique landscaping, open sand and natural areas, and creative bunkering to improve playability and create

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a distinctive feel and appearance.

To highlight a golf course’s appearance, Norman and his designers use native landscaping to provide color and offset it with coquina sand, which is used along the edges of the fairways as well as in the bunkers.

Norman, a Hobe Sound resident, said one advantage of having his firm design the course – in addition to the branding that comes with his well-known name – is that he is nearby and will be very involved in the process.

“This is really my backyard,” he said. “I will be here.”

About Bocaire Country Club: Bocaire Country Club is located at 4989 Bocaire Boulevard, east of Military Trail between Clint Moore Road and Linton Boulevard in Boca Raton. For more information about Bocaire – where all homes are from 3,000 square feet on a minimum 1/3 acre lot – please call 561-997-6556 or visit www.Bocairecc.com.

Chair Yoga Training Workshop for Yoga Students and Instructors on Saturday, March 19

Unity of Delray Beach is hosting a Chair Yoga Training from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 19 led by yoga instructor and author Kristine Lee. The workshop is designed for both yoga teachers and students, and will be held in the church’s Sanctuary.

Activities will include an introductory overview of Sit-n-Fit Chair Yoga; three breathing techniques; sitting and (optional) standing poses; a tense-and-relax exercise; guided total body relaxation; visualizations and a question and answer period.

The only requirement is to wear comfortable clothes and to register in advance. There is no fee; a love offering will be collected. A signup sheet will be in the church bookstore, or you can call the church at 561-276-5796.

Kristine Lee is a longtime Unity of Delray member who has become an outstanding yoga instructor and author. She recently published a book: SIT-N-FIT CHAIR YOGA: Simple Chair Yoga — which was created to give those who cannot do standing exercise the experience of a yoga class while sitting in a chair.

Two Florida Atlantic University studies showed Sit-n-Fit Chair Yoga can help with pain reduction, improve mobility, increase a sense of security and well-being, and lessen depression.

You can find more information on Kristine’s website at www.sitnfitchairyoga.com

Boca Raton Triathletes Kicks Off “So you want to do a Tri” Free Six-Month Program for Women

Thanks to a grant from Women for Tri and Ironman focused on promoting women in the sport of triathlon, Boca Raton Triathletes is putting its focus on helping 24 women complete a triathlon for the first time. The race being targeted: the July 4th triathlon put on

by Multirace at Tradewinds park in July. Boca Raton Triathletes is just one of 27 esteemed clubs nationwide chosen for the grant.

During the kick-off meeting, Nicole Boger, a member of the Women for Tri Committee and Boca Raton Triathletes Board spoke about triathlons, whats needed to get started, and focused on taking the fear out of competing in a new discipline.

According to Kristy Breslaw, Boca Raton

Triathletes President: “The meeting went amazing. We had about 40 people, more than 20 of who were women interested in getting to the start line of their first triathlon. We had a ton of positive feedback and replies to the meeting. The participants are very grateful for the opportunity to participate in this program.”

Learn more about the six-month program and view the calendar of events at: https://www. facebook.com/groups/981293738584568/.

Learn more about Boca Raton Triathletes at http://www.bocatri.com; learn more about Fleet Feet Delray Beach at http://www. fleetfeetdelray.com.

Delray Beach Vendors Come Together To Host March Makeover: Feel Good, Look Good Event

Want to feel and look your best? On Monday, March 7th, 2016 from 6 to 8 PM, South Floridians are invited for a chance to get a total wellness makeover at a “MARCH MAKEOVER: FEEL GOOD, LOOK GOOD”event right here in Delray Beach.

SloBody Yoga, the conditioning infused yoga studio has gathered the best group of local Delray Beach partners to get attendees feeling healthy, beautiful and energized!

What: FREE March Makeover: Feel Good, Look Good Event presented by SloBody yoga, Naked Hair Salon, the biostation, Greenlands Delray Beach, Nature’s Way Cafe (Delray Beach), OrangeTheory Fitness Delray Beach, Wine and UnWind, Peaceful Body Massage, Circe + SWAG Delray and Fleet Feet Sports Delray Beach.

Evening filled with beauty and wellness tips, free advice from experts, brief presentations from guest speakers, delicious food and refreshments, complimentary wine, raffles and giveaways, product and service demos, your favorite Delray Beach businesses, and a community of like­minded people.

Extras: Discounted products and specials; Vendor raffles; plus the first 50 attendees will

get an exclusive goodie bag with awesome beauty & health samples and coupons from sponsors and partners.

When: Monday, March 7, 2016 from 6 to 8 PM Where: Event will be hosted at SloBody Studio, located at 209 NE 5th Terrace, Delray Beach, Florida 33444 Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/ events/1673266432953403/ or email her at info@sitnfitchairyoga.com.

“Be Well, Boca!” a Big Hit

BOCA RATON, FL – Genesis Community Health, a non-profit health clinic dedicated to serving patients of all economic levels, welcomed local families to celebrate its new Boca Raton office at the “Be Well, Boca!”

Block Party on Feb. 20.

A neighborhood audience enjoyed a bounce house, face painting, a DJ, dancing raffles and food. Staff was on hand to offer free vision, hearing and dental screenings for children, and health and dental screenings for adults. Staff also introduced guests to the comprehensive healthcare and dental services offered at Genesis, which is seeking to be a healthcare home for Boca Raton residents.

Genesis’ services include eligibility for Medicaid, assistance with enrollment for healthcare coverage through the Affordable Care Act Marketplace, primary care and family practice for all ages.

Patients seeking a healthcare home can visit 30 SE 6th Street, Boca Raton, FL 33432; hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. To make appointments, call 561.430.3629.

In Boca Raton, approximately 34,700 low-income patients reside within the city limits, but only 930 are currently being seen at an existing healthcare center. To serve its patients, the new center has access to two bus lines, Routes 1 and 91, and Genesis is working with Boca Helping Hands to reach potential patients and coordinate referrals and appointments.

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Why “Crazy” Is The New “Normal” - Part 1

By Dr. Raul Rodriguez The Pineapple Contributing Writer The word “CRAZY” is a horrible word.

It is the F-bomb of Psychiatry. Yet it is still frequently used in most facets of society and in general conversation. Most people do not realize how damaging it can be. It is as insulting as it is dismissive to any form of behavior that does not fit neatly within the box of “normal” behavior.

This word will forever remain as the flag-bearer for mental health stigma across most generations and cultures. Why is this?

Why do so many people from so many places hold such a strong negative opinion about something they know so little about?

One word; FEAR! Fear is pervasive negative human emotion that has existed since the dawn of time. Fear is defined as “an unpleasant

emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat.” This emotion has a purpose; to keep us out of harm’s way.

Throughout the course of evolutionary history, having a healthy fear and avoidance of something unknown was usually the safest course of action. Curiosity killed the cat, as well as many humans and countless lower animals throughout the Earth’s natural history. Their genes often did not get passed on to the next generation. The humans and lower animals that kept a safe distance were much more likely to survive and pass on this trait to their offspring. So how does “crazy” fit into this?

To most people, the origin of “crazy” behavior is the epitome of one of life’s great mysteries. The clear majority of humans on Earth have no understanding of mental illness, which is a big part of why it makes

them feel so uncomfortable. It is very common for people to attack that which they don’t understand, rather than develop an understanding of it.

To this day, Psychiatric disorders are still stigmatized and shamed in large part for these reasons. Individuals who have suffered from many of these conditions have been treated poorly by most societies, in many regards punished for having their disease.

This behavior is also what has been modeled by older generations, so there is also a major aspect of learned behavior here. Over time people just assume that dismissing “abnormal” behavior is what we are supposed to do and don’t think much of it. It is not until a friend, a family member, or they themselves start to suffer from a mental illness that anyone cares to learn more and develop an understanding of what is going on.

Acceptance of having any type of “mental condition” is typically very difficult. Nobody wants to believe that they-themselves or a loved one is “crazy”.

This often leads to denial for long periods of time and avoidance of treatment with consequential worsening of the disorder.

You don’t see this nearly as much with other conditions in medicine such as diabetes and heart disease. Nobody wants to have those conditions either, but because they are so common and non-threatening the fear and stigma are not there.

There has also been a greater societal understanding of how diabetes and heart disease work for decades now, further reducing the fear. The well-known causes and mechanisms of these diseases make them more tangible and easier to accept.

Type II Diabetes is one example of a disorder that has more recently been understood as deriving from a normal genetic variant.

The idea of the normal genetic variant is a more recent and groundbreaking concept that explains a number of disorders as complications of actual normal human trait variations that do not function as well under

m o d e r n lifestyle standards.

Type II Diabetes exemplifies this. For most of human h i s t o r y, scarcity of food has been the norm. Stable and consistent food production is a relatively recent phenomenon. It was common for groups of humans to be subjected to periods of famine for myriad reasons ranging from weather to war. During a period of famine, individuals that were able to maintain higher blood glucose levels were better able to function, survive and procreate than those who could not. This trait conferred a survival advantage. This same trait, when food is processed and plentiful, can lead to organ damage and health problems.

Realize that for the overwhelming majority of natural history, lower organisms and humans have been constantly adapting and evolving to survive having inconsistent and scarce food supplies. The very limited adaptation to a processed and plentiful food supply has not been nearly enough to prevent Type II Diabetes from being a major public health problem. So how does this principle apply to mental illness? *To be Continued in Part 2 in the April 2016 issue* Dr Rodriguez is the founder and Medical Director of the Delray Center For Healing. He is Board Certified in both Adult Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine, with a clinical focus in the treatment of mood disorders, eating disorders, addiction, and trauma.

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Delray Medical Center Receives Recognition as One of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades Delray Medical Center is once again a recipient of the America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award™. This distinction puts Delray in the top 1% of more than 4,500 hospitals nationwide for its consistent, year-over-year superior clinical performance as measured by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals.

“Since the inception of the award 10 years ago, Delray Medical Center has been recognized each year due to the tremendous job of our medical staff,” said Mark Bryan, hospital CEO. “This designation wouldn’t be possible without their ongoing commitment to provide all of our patients with the utmost quality service and care.

In the South Florida area (Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade Counties), Delray Medical Center was the only hospital out of the 31 that were eligible to receive the America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award™. The 50 recipients of the award stand out among the rest for overall clinical excellence across a broad spectrum of care. During the 2016 study period (2012-2014), these hospitals showed superior performance in clinical outcomes for patients in the Medicare population across at least 21 of 32 of the most common inpatient conditions and procedures —as measured by objective performance data (risk-adjusted mortality and in-hospital complications).

For a full list of the hospital’s awards and distinctions, please visit www.delraymedicalctr. com/about-us/awards-distinctions.

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Game Changer for Stroke Rehabilitation

By Dr. John Conde Special to The Pineapple

Stroke, or cerebral vascular accident, occurs when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures or is blocked by a blood clot.

Typically a stroke produced by a ruptured blood vessel is termed a hemorrhagic stroke where as one caused by a clot is termed an ischemic stroke. Either way the effects can be devastating rendering the individual with paralysis, spasticity, dizziness, disequilibrium, speech difficulties, fatigue, anger, aggression, anxiety, and even death.

The American Stroke Association has launched a campaign termed FAST which stands for face, arm, speech, and time. This campaign focuses on prevention and increased vigilance from the individual and surrounding friends and family. The main warning signs that are highlighted here are a drooping face, arm weakness, speech difficulty, and the last one being time to call. The understanding in the medical literature is that the faster an individual receives treatment the greater the chance for survival.

In the event a stroke is identified the major treatment options are aimed at dissolving the clot in an ischemic stroke which includes a procedure known as IV rtPA, tissue plasminogen activator. This treatment must be administered within 3 hours of onset making stroke identification paramount. Other treatment options include endovascular procedures such as stents and surgical procedures which mostly utilized in hemorrhagic strokes.

Stroke rehabilitation is essential for restoring a person’s functional capabilities to at or near pre-stroke status. As in acute care, timing is of the essence. Beginning rehabilitation as soon as possible is important to limit neurons in the brain termed astrocytes from producing excessive scar tissue and thus limiting neuronal activity. A proper examination with an accurate diagnosis is just as important in directing the treatment to the correct location in the nervous system.

Traditional rehabilitation encompasses speech therapy, physical therapy, and occupational therapy. However, technology and knowledge in the field of neurological rehabilitation has advanced significantly in the last ten years. Three cutting-edge rehabilitative procedures will be reviewed and include Interactive Metronome, Dynavision D2, and mirror therapy. These therapies are all based on a concept called neuroplasticity which states that the brain can change or mold according to the environmental stimuli it is exposed to. They are also very heavily researched and allow the examiner and therapist to objectify the findings allowing for proper progression.

In referencing Interactive Metronome, this is primarily a motor- timing therapy.

It works on a neurological process called efferent copy which integrates the cerebellum and the frontal lobe, two very important parts of the brain that allow us to have executive functions and independent thought processes.

The exercise requires the user to keep up with a computer generated beat that is delivered in both an auditory and visual manner.

In regards to the Dynavision D2, this is a revolutionary diagnostic and rehabilitative tool. It works on visuo-motor-spatial skills as well as the efferent copy mechanisms referred to earlier. This therapy also has a positive effect on the cerebellum and the frontal lobe. The user is required to manually compress targets made up of LED lights that are blinking in a strategically established manner according to the neurological presentation of the person.

The information is recorded and attention is focused on speed and sequence.

Lastly, mirror therapy works on the mirror neurons in the frontal lobe. This is an excellent therapy for limb dysfunction as in spasticity when a person’s arm is curled up and usage is difficult and in foot drop when the person loses the ability to elevate the foot of the floor when walking. The goal of this therapy is to “trick” the brain into thinking the affected limb is fully functional. This therapy can actually activate the neurons in

the pathway producing the limb movement without actually moving the affected limb.

Mirror therapy was founded by a neurologist named V.S. Ramachandran, director of the Centre for Brain and Cognition.

Nutritional and dietary considerations must be taken into account when rehabilitating a stroke patient. Emphasis must be placed on reducing inflammation through antiinflammatory based diets that remove foods like red meat, fried foods, dairy, peanuts, and partially hydrogenated oils. Importance must also be placed on consuming a low glycemic diet to reduce excessive insulin production from the pancreas and subsequently reduce the neurodegenerative effects of insulin on the brain.

In conjunction with eating more complex carbohydrates it is important to eat many meals throughout the day. I usually recommend eating every two hours with the largest meals coming before 2:00PM. Anti-oxidants such as CO-Q10, reduced glutathione, acetyl-Lcarnitine, and alpha-lipoic acid are effective free radical scavengers. Following a stroke, free radical production is significantly elevated due to altered physiology therefore reducing there harmful effects on cells is conducive to healing.

Dr. John Conde is a Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist. He has achieved Diplomate status through the American Chiropractic Neurology Board.

Dr. John Conde is the owner of The Conde Center For Chiropractic Neurology, which integrates traditional chiropractic medicine with advanced neurological rehabilitation protocols. The conditions treated range from orthopedic injuries such as lumbar disc herniations and shoulder rotator cuff tendinitis to neurological lesions such as stroke and brain injuries. The office can be reached at 561330-6096 and at thecondecenter.com.

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LOVE is ETERNAL

By Riana Milne The Pineapple Contributing Writer My mother just passed away yesterday; and although she was very sick and frail for a long time, the thought of never seeing her again saddens me greatly. I recently met a new male friend whose partner died seven months ago of cancer, and he still mourns the loss of his best friend and love.

“When does the pain of the separation ever get easier?” he asks me. “Does it help to know if one was very sick, that they are in a much better place – in “heaven” or the “afterlife?” I am questioning that for myself today.

Being a spiritual person (and also Rev. Riana), I try to use the strength of my faith to help comfort me.

Our humanness mourns the fact we will not see our loved one’s again until we, also, pass over to the other side. Our compassionate side knows they are released of their pain of any long-term illness, and we feel a sense of relief from that fact because they do not have to suffer anymore. We try not to be selfish, but the loss of our parent or friend is still difficult and it tends to consume us for a while.

When a death of a loved one is sudden, like the losses I had at a young age with my friends, Michael M car accident (at age 16) and Corrine R (at age 24) being murdered by her boyfriend; these types of death are a shock, and one certainly often experiences PTSD – Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Time heals all wounds, but it also helps to do something as a memorial for the one who passed – like create a charity around something they were compassionate about; or do something to help with research or support around their reason of death.

For example, when Michael was killed by a drunk driver our senior year of high school, I wanted to become an addictions counselor to help with people’s struggles around this social issue. When Corrine’s death occurred due to a domestic violence incident, I took special training in that area to help victims of

violence; as well as donate partial proceeds of my book, LOVE Your Dreams – Break Free of Toxic Relationships to Have the Love You Deserve – to AVDA (Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse).

We may have lost our loved one physically, but never spiritually. I have read many books about those who have passed on and came back to life (actually pronounced dead on a surgery table) and also felt and experienced too many spirits who have presented themselves, to be absolutely certain there is an afterlife.

Our love ones still are with us through their energy and love which exists within our hearts and mind. These fond relationships never die. Do reach out to close friends and family, for their comfort and take the time you need to remember all the wonderful memories you have with this person who has passed on with a “Celebration of Life Ceremony” versus a funeral.

My daughter Stephana has offered to make a video slideshow of the wonderful traits about my mother. This will be a beautiful keepsake for all of us in the family, and something we can easily share on social media as well.

If you have lost a partner of many years, be gentle with yourself. This hurt takes time.

You may question who you are now as an individual, since your partner is not part of your everyday life. You will need to re-invent yourself, make new goals, and create an entire new life for yourself as a single person.

Do get the help of a certified life coach to help you with all these decisions; so that you make wise, well-thought out decisions, not impulsive ones based on fear, loneliness, exhaustion or depression.

As a friend of someone who experienced a death, give them the time they need to mourn, but offer to help with chores, cooking, cleaning or anything else they may need to help with the healing process. Every death reminds us, that life is too short – not to waste time by not going for our dreams.

Here is a Haiku poem I wrote after

My Relationship Coach Michael’s death, which profoundly affected my entire life – and my sense of purpose and accomplishment with the time I may have left in this world ---You were born to die, and there’s a pause in-between, which is only life…. what will you do with yours?

Riana Mine, MA, is a Certified, global Relationship, Love & Life Coach, a #1 Best Selling author, Host of the WRPBiTV show: Lessons in Life & Love, a motivational speaker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Cert Addictions Professional at Therapy by the Sea; 15300 Jog Rd, Suite 109, Delray Beach. Her free App: My Relationship Coach offers more articles and her 5 star rated books, LOVE Beyond Your Dreams – Break Free of Toxic Relationships to Have the Love You Deserve and LIVE Beyond Your Dreams – from Fear and Doubt to Personal Power, Purpose and Success, addresses relationships with yourself and others. Go to www.

RianaMilne.com or email RianaMilne@gmail.com. Worldwide Coaching Phone: (201) 281-7887. Delray office: (561) 701-8277; Skype Coaching and FB: Coach Riana Milne.

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Get Your Life Back: Manage Addictions With Reflexology

By Laura Norman Special to The Pineapple

“The moment you can visualize being free from the things that hold you back, you have begun to set yourself free.” – Unknown

The Dis-invite Question My friend from work (who is a good friend!), ‘Tanya’, is a drama queen when it comes to guys and it is now causing me some problems with a new girlfriend of mine, ‘Kim’.

Kim and Tanya don’t know each other.

The problem is this: Tanya was dating a random guy from Kim’s office. One day this guy told Tanya he knew who I was because of the work connection with Kim. It was a weird coincidence. Kim works in a large office, barely knows this guy, and when they have spoken she has had a bad impression, but whatever.

Tanya was planning her birthday, a party bus, and told me to invite whoever I wanted to get the numbers up. I invited Kim because she has been really nice to me and we have had fun when we have hung out together.

Of course, Tanya “broke-up” up with the guy four weeks in because he is crazy, she is a little crazy, and this is how these things go. All the time. For some reason he blabbed to Kim, who could not care less, and Tanya told me that she doesn’t want Kim to be at the party.

Kim just texted me to see if we are still on for the party bus. I’m thinking about giving her a little white lie (like I’m not going or it was cancelled) and trying to hang out with her some other time. Is this a good move?

Signed, It’s her birthday and she’ll dis-invite if she wants to

Answer Oh man, grown person birthday drama!

Some of the weirdest and most trivial drama there is!

First, don’t lie to Kim. You shouldn’t poison your new friendship because of Tanya’s drama. Lying sets a bad precedent, is habit forming, infuriates karma, and doesn’t address the root problem.

Talk to Tanya one last time about it.

Explain the minimal connection Kim and this guy have, how this dis-invitation places you in a difficult situation, and how you want Kim there. If she still says ‘no,’ you have to accept it. Her birthday doesn’t excuse her from common courtesy and social decorum, but Tanya is setting the party up and you can’t force Kim onto this bus.

Tanya can invite or dis-invite whomever she wants because you extended Tanya’s invite to Kim, not yours. It’s her faux pas and that’s why lying to Kim is a bad idea. If you lie, this becomes your problem when it is certainly Tanya’s. Plus, you might not have the whole story. Maybe this guy told Kim embarrassing details or Tanya is upset for another reason so it is best to deal with what is in front of you: Tanya doesn’t want Kim there.

I know this puts you in a somewhat awkward position but you’ll be surprised how people react if you are straightforward with them. Tell Kim: ‘I’m sorry but Tanya’s being weird about you knowing dude and says she wouldn’t be comfortable with you there. Can we hang out this weekend some other time?’

Boom! Honest, simple, straightforward, and, best, done. Tanya and Kim aren’t friends so this won’t create problems between them.

Bonus points: how Kim reacts tells you a little bit about her too! If she is reasonable and understanding you might got a keeper here. If she is angry or petulant about something you can’t control, that might be a bad sign.

I think the lesson here is a simple one: lying for other people is a bad idea unless you materially benefit from it like getting Heat tickets or rubies.

Delray, I will lie for you, I will cheat for you, I will take you on party buses you aren’t even invited to, just keep telling me your problems and I’ll answer them right here in The Pineapple send them to thenjackhappened@gmail.com

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“Addiction.”

For many, that word once conjured images of decadence and criminality. Today, in a more enlightened time, we recognize that dependencies of one kind or another are very common, affecting people from all walks of life. While we traditionally associate addiction with alcohol, drugs and tobacco—food, coffee, shopping, gambling, sex, work, social media posting, texting and many other things can also turn into compulsions.

Whether it’s too many cups of coffee, too many cigarettes, shopping binges just to make ourselves feel good, hours of online video games or Facebook posting, many of us have displayed addictive behavior at one time or another.

“We are free to make our own choices, but we are not free from the consequences of our choices.”

– Bilal Zahoor Breaking the habit is like opening a lock. It requires the right combination, and that depends on the treatment plan for recovery, support from family and friends, avoidance of “enablers” who encourage the habit, and commitment. One’s strong determination to replace addictive patterns with healthy ways of living is the single most important factor for success. And today there is a therapy being used that supports and enhances the effectiveness of the traditional techniques for getting back on track— reflexology.

Reflexology is a science and art that applies specific thumb and finger techniques to stimulate reflex areas on the feet (which most people associate with reflexology), as well as on the hands, face and ears to facilitate healing of organs, glands and all parts of the body. It soothes thousands of nerves and induces deep relaxation of the body, mind and spirit.

A graduate of my professional reflexology training program, a recovering alcoholic, works in an alcohol and drug rehabilitation center in New Jersey.

He provides reflexology sessions to most clients in the program. He discovered that regular sessions diminish much of the edginess and anxiety caused by substance deprivation. And it is very rewarding for him to be able to contribute to the well being of so many people.

Reflexology is a natural, effective tool that can take the place of addictive behaviors because it has some of the same characteristics as addiction—but without the negative impact. Addictions offer both immediate gratification and escape. Reflexology also offers both immediate gratification and escape, but without the calories, hangover, the crash or the jitters. It’s a healthy way to reward and pamper yourself when you feel down or anxious, and to give yourself a beautiful, and natural, high.

Reflexology is also an escape in the best sense of the word. There’s much in modern life we seek a break from now and then: traffic jams, deadlines, overwork—even the incessant chatter in our heads!

Slipping into deep relaxation through reflexology can help you drop out for an hour or two, clear your mind and steady your nerves so you can cope more effectively.

“I was on a roller-coaster of overeating/dieting, gaining/losing weight and feeling better/worse about myself. Since I started having reflexology sessions I

feel like I’m finally on solid ground. I’m happy and at peace, my weight has stabilized, and I have more energy than I’ve had in a long time.” – Jennie L. As Alcoholics Anonymous reminds us, addictions are as much spiritual as physical. Reflexology’s meditative quality nurtures the soul. It facilitates spiritual as well as physical and emotional healing.

When reflexology is given by a friend or family member, it’s a way to be loved and pampered by someone important to you. You can also work on yourself. My book, Feet First, gives easily-learned reflexology routines to address different kinds of dependencies.

Reflexology can help support, enhance and integrate all the components of a program to create a better, freer life. Best of all, it is a powerful way to let go, remember your connection to your higher power and love the person you really are!

“As human beings, our greatness lies not so much in being able to remake the world... as in being able to remake ourselves.” – Mahatma Gandhi Laura Norman, M.S., LMT, Holistic Reflexologist and author of the bestselling book, Feet First: A Guide to Foot Reflexology, offers private Reflexology and Life Wellness Coaching sessions in Delray Beach and Holistic Reflexology Training Programs in Boynton Beach starting February 6th. Visit www.lauranormanreflexology.com • Call 561-272-1220

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Rotary Club Boca Raton Earns Bernays Award

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he Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton was presented a 2016 Bernays Award for Best Special Event by the Gold Coast PR Council (GCPRC) for the Club’s 2015 Inaugural Boca Raton Mayors Ball. The Club’s vision, debut and presentation for the sold-out first time Mayors Ball has established itself as the city’s newest coveted annual social season opener. GCPRC is South Florida’s largest independent group of PR, Marketing and Communications professionals.

Because of the Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton’s conception, pre-event marketing, public relations, community engagement, media relations and sponsor outreach/collaboration and event planning more than 400 Boca stakeholders and visionaries were on hand for all the ‘pomp and circumstance’ of the first-time ever Boca Raton Mayors Ball that has now made its indelible mark as the newest coveted annual social season opener.

Plans For Mizner 200 Luxury Condominiums

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OCA RATON, FL – Elad National Properties, LLC submitted finalized design and site plans recently for Individual Development Approval (IDA) by the City of Boca Raton for its Mizner 200 luxury ‘for sale’ condominium project in Downtown Boca at 210-398 Southeast Mizner Boulevard. Located east of SE Mizner Boulevard, south of SE 1st Street and west of South Federal Highway on the current site of Mizner on the Green (MOTG), the one ninestory residential building planned for the 8.76-acre property features 384 residential units averaging 2,200 square feet, including golf course level villas.

Designed to comply with code, meeting Ordinance #4035 requirements regarding height, construction, parking, landscape and traffic concurrency, the submitted proposed plans do not request any technical deviations or variances. It meets 40% required in open space (which is more than currently offered at MOTG). To demonstrate its

‘good neighbor’ commitment, the site plan exceeds in many locations, including the setback along its south boundary (the north end of Townsend Place) that allows a more expanded view corridor for Townsend Place units than the view corridor that would result from the minimum per development rights.

The setback areas will be landscaped to achieve a natural, harmonious connectivity.

Maintaining the spirit and quality of the Downtown ordinance that residents have supported and the City has previously approved, the Mizner 200 features a stepped architecture that provides unobstructed views from units and draws inspiration from the surrounding tropical environment. It incorporates gentle undulating curves and transparency blended with rhythms and patterns found within the historic surrounding context. The selected materials create a warm palette and varying textures ever-present within the context, utilizing materials of stone, wood, stucco and glass.

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5,000 New Listings Hit Palm Beach County Market in January “According to market reports from Florida Realtors®, over 5,000 new listings hit the market in January; 2,835 single family homes and 2,295 townhouses/condos.

Seller confidence is up, and should be, as days on market declined for both subtypes, year-over-year, and buyers paid 93.3% of original list prices for homes and 92.3% for townhouses/condos. If you are looking to sell your property, contact a professional with access to real-time market data contact a local REALTOR®,” said Judy Ramella, President of the Realtors® Association of the Palm Beaches (RAPB). Ramella is also a Broker Associate with Continental Properties, Inc. in West Palm Beach and can be reached at 561-689-4766 or jramellarealtor@ bellsouth.net for questions.

Bonnie Kaye and Jon Kaye of Kaye Communications, Inc. (KCOM-PR) seen accepting their own awards at the 2016 Bernays Awards for their work with the inaugural Great Doggie Dine-Out & Paws Fest.

Jon Kaye serves as President of Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton.

Celebrating the City’s long, rich history, attendees at the gala black-tie dinner/dance at Broken Sound Club toasted to ‘all that is great’ in Boca Raton and danced the night away as the evening honored the elected officials who exemplify Rotary International’s motto, ‘Service Above Self’ and recognized the City’s visionaries who have elevated the community nationally and around the globe. The event raised $83,000 start-up monies to launch the Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton’s new grant program that funds the health and wellness needs of Boca Raton nonprofits.

While raising awareness of the “service above self’ mission that the all volunteer Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton provides its community, the event recognized honorees with the inaugural George E. Long Awards named for Boca’s first mayor. Presented in three categories for accomplished work in promoting Boca Raton as a great place to live, work, play, educate and visit, the outstanding individual recipient was Barb Schmidt, the non–profit organization was American Association for Caregiving Youth and for-profit organization was the Marmot Boca Raton Bowl. The annual event will continue to recognize its succession of Mayors as stewards of Boca Raton from 1924 to the present.

For more information on the Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton and the 2016 Boca Raton Mayor Ball, visit www. rotarydowntownbocaraton.org or call 561-299-1429.

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real estate briefs Lang Realty Honors Top Producing Agents

Lang Realty recently recognized its top agents and teams at a special awards brunch at The Delray Sands Resort.

“The past year was another record-breaking year in sales for Lang Realty and I credit our team of agents,” said Scott Agran, President.

“We have a team of more than 400 agents who have closed more than a billion dollars in each of the past three years and have brought us to being the undisputed listing leader in all of Palm Beach County for the sixth consecutive year.”

For the third consecutive year, Lang’s Tripta Chawla was recognized with a Diamond Star Award in 2015. First time award recipients, Olive Belcher and Carol Falciano also received Diamond Star Awards.

Lang’s Diamond winners included Suzanne Block, Bruce Gaines, Julie Giachetti, Barbara Hill, Marc Schafler, Shereen Randazza, and Thomas Walsh. Diamond Team awards went to Kay Rodriguez & June D’Angelo; Lynne Agran & Judy Romanow; and Ken Reichle & Ira Merritt.

Ruby award winners: Ryan Greenblatt, Lisa Hindin, Eve Hyatt, Michael Mullin, Richard Ralston, Aristi Constantin Remite, and Betty Schneider. Ruby Team award winners: Bobbie & Steve Ruff; Kathy Pendleton & Phil Metzler; Vini Antonacci & Brian Pearl; and Mimi Glass & Steve Brendle.

Emerald Award winners: Warren Heeg, Nancy Osherow, Mary Windle, Elaine Perlmutter, Robert Cahan, Allyson Sullivan, Linda MacCormack, Moira Feely Rekus, Lisa Baetzold, Dixie Scott, Judith Sontag, Dabralee Arcaro, Michelle Schneider, Caron Dockerty, Patricia Baker, Maria Kovachev, Catherine McLean, Diane Gault, Donald Gorbach, AnneMarie Rodriguez, Michelle Agrusa, Stephanie Kaufman, Jamie Shatsky, William Giberson, Susan Eddy, Barbara Horowitz, Diane Duffy, Joanne Loud, Allison Melvin and Barbara Lamborghini.

Emerald Team award winners: Steve & Robin Rosen; Scott & Julie Warner; Elise Danielian & Ingrid Hewitt; Michael Gallacher & Anne Bemet; Cathy Well & Sandy Tobias and Tony & Ryan Reagan.

For more information visit www.langrealty. com or call 561-989-2100.

Dockerty Romer & Co. Arranges Acquisition Financing

Bob Dockerty & Joe Hepp of Dockerty Romer & Co. have arranged mortgage financing and a future funding facility for ICM Realty Group’s newest office acquisition, a 98,000 SF office building known as Atrium at Broken Sound. Built in 1986, the property is located at 6111 Broken Sound Parkway within the 700-acre Park at Broken Sound commercial development. Included in the sale was about 8 acres of land — most of which is currently used for surface parking, but may be developed in the future. Although only 75% occupied, Atrium at Broken Sound boasts an impressive roster of tenants.

Dockerty and Hepp arranged the financing on behalf of their client ICM Realty Group through Florida Community Bank. The loan proceeds were utilized for the acquisition and to provide a funding facility for future tenant improvements and leasing commissions.

“It’s because of the diligent efforts and market leading expertise of Dockerty Romer & Co. that we were able to successfully structure attractive financing in an accelerated time frame. ICM’s strategic partnerships with firms like Dockerty Romer & Co. and Florida Community Bank allow us to continue our long track record of success.” Said Andrew Webb, ICM Realty Group’s Managing Director.

Dockerty Romer & Co. based in Delray Beach, Florida is a full service commercial mortgage banking company specializing in the capitalization of income producing properties.

Dockerty Romer & Co has closed nearly $4 Billion of real estate transactions since its inception in January 2000.

Year-End Reveal: Sellers’ Sweet Spot

“Florida Realtors® just released yearend reports for Palm Beach County, and single family home sellers should take note!

Properties between $300,000 and $600,000

generated the highest levels of interest, representing 34.2% of closed sales. Properties between $100,000 and $200,000 delivered near-instant gratification at 27 median days on market. Average percent of original list price received has increased to an impressive 93.5%.

For a comprehensive analysis of the market ‘sweet spots’ in your neighborhood, contact a local REALTOR® today,” said Judy Ramella, President of the Realtors® Association of the Palm Beaches (RAPB). Ramella is also a Broker Associate with Continental Properties, Inc. in West Palm Beach and can be reached at 561-689-4766 or jramellarealtor@bellsouth. net for questions.

Women’s Council of Realtors President Selects the Charity to Support in 2016

Each year the incoming President of the Greater Palm Beach County’s Women’s Council of Realtors (WCR) selects a charity to support during their administration. This year, Jessica Rosato, Luxury Residential Specialist with Nestler Poletto Sotheby’s International Realty and 2016 President of the WCR, has selected the Achievement Centers for Children & Families in Delray Beach (ACCF).

During the year the WCR will be conducting drives at meetings to collect items needed for the children with a portion of proceeds from events throughout the year donated to the Center.

The Center has been serving Palm Beach County’s most vulnerable children and families since 1969. They provide affordable quality care to children whose parents otherwise could not maintain their job or go to school without the Center’s help. Their programs are designed to meet a child’s academic, social, emotional and physical needs.

Stockbridge Capital Sells Delray Distribution Center for $18.5M

Cushman & Wakefield announced today that it has brokered the $18.5 million sale of Delray Distribution Center, a 185,624-squarefoot, two-building industrial facility located at 420 and 440 South Congress Avenue.

Senior Director Christopher Thomson, Executive Director Richard Etner, Executive Director Christopher Metzger and Associate Director Matthew McAllister represented Stockbridge Capital in its sale of the asset to PetMeds for $18.5 million.

PetMeds is an online pharmacy offering pet medications and animal grooming products.

The company, previously headquartered in Pompano Beach, will relocate its office and distribution headquarters to Delray Distribution Center.

Delray Distribution Center was built in 1994 on a 14.3-acre site in the Congress Park industrial sector. The building offers 26’ clear ceiling heights, dock-high and gradelevel loading, a 150’ truck court, complete Early Suppression Fast Response (ESFR) fire sprinkler coverage and a generous parking ratio with room to expand. The facility is conveniently located on Congress Avenue with easy access to Interstate 95, Florida’s Turnpike and downtown Delray Beach.

Notable tenants include DHL and Levenger.

“The disposition of Delray Distribution Center provides great insight into current market conditions,” said Thomson. “The South Florida industrial landscape is increasingly more supply-constrained and PetMeds saw an opportunity to meet its existing needs while investing in the future.”

“Stockbridge’s efforts to rehabilitate the property helped make that possible,” added Thomson. “They purchased the buildings out of foreclosure and made the necessary investments to create an institutional-quality asset which is now 100 percent occupied.”

Cushman & Wakefield research has documented the tightening of the Palm Beach County industrial market and predicts continued growth in the region.

“The industrial vacancy rate in Palm Beach County fell to 5.7 percent, its lowest level in five years, cutting in half the amount of available space in the market,” reported Senior Research Analyst Valerie Tatum in the company’s 4Q 2015 Palm Beach County Industrial MarketBeat Snapshot. “Every submarket in Palm Beach County was under 8.0 percent vacancy with most

essentially having very little product vacant and ready for occupancy by new tenants. Moreover, only two industrial spaces over 100,000 square feet were vacant in the market.”

“The industrial market in Palm Beach County is poised for further improvement on continued job and economic growth,” added Tatum. “Cushman & Wakefield forecasts solid improvement in the industrial market for Palm Beach County for 2016.”

Commercial REALTORS® Honored with Deal Maker Awards

Members of the Realtors® Commercial Alliance (RCA), which is a division of the Realtors® Association of the Palm Beaches (RAPB), were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments and contributions to the commercial real estate industry. The awards were based on complexity, environmental concerns, financing, proficiency in overcoming obstacles and the overall impact the business deal had on the community.

Chip Armstrong of The Keyes Company was presented with the 2015 Top Deal of the Year for the sale of the Harbor Point property on Singer Island. He also received the Land Deal of the Year Award for this sale.

Christina Morrison, Certified Property Manager (CPM) of Carmel Real Estate & Management was named 2015 RCA REALTOR® of the Year. Ms. Morrison has generously given her time to the RCA by serving as Director and President on the Board over the last several years. She also serves on various committees at the state level. Ms. Morrison is very involved in giving back to the community throughout the county and especially in Delray Beach.

In addition, six other local agents were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments, including: Blair Lee with Lighthouse Realty Services was presented with the Retail Deal of the Year Award for the sale of two buildings at 1830 N. Federal Highway in Boca Raton. Mr. Lee was also presented with the Hospitality Deal of the Year Award for the sale of a former Rodeway Inn in Melbourne.

Paul Snitkin of Anderson & Carr, Inc. received the Multi-family Deal of the Year Award for the sale of an apartment building in Riviera Beach. RCA President Alan Steinberg of Keyes Commercial North was presented with the Business Brokerage Deal of the Year Award for the sale of the Miracle Car Wash in Boca Raton.

Robert Hamman of Sperry Van Ness was awarded Office Deal of the Year for the sale of a Class A office building at 1295 US Highway One in North Palm Beach. Frederick J. Schmidt, Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) at Cornerstone Realty was presented with the Industrial Deal of the Year Award for the sale of the Truck and Trailer USA building. David Joseph with Keyes Commercial North was awarded the Special Purpose Deal of the Year for the sale of a hospital in Belle Glade.

The Outstanding Affiliate Member Award recognizes an Affiliate Member for their generosity and service to RCA. Allan Wier of Regions Bank was recognized this year for serving as Education/Program Committee Chair for 4 years and for numerous sponsorships of RCA breakfast meetings and other programs.

Ken Duke of Illustrated Properties, as Chairman of the Awards Committee, presented the awards, and according to Belinda Krause, Executive Director of RCA, “We are delighted to recognize these talented dedicated RCA Members for all of their hard work this year.”

For more information about the RCA and their upcoming events, visit www.rcapb.com.

For more information about RAPB, visit www. rapb.com.

Carmel Commercial Real Estate Team Shatters Sales Records

One of Delray Beach’s leading commercial real estate teams, Carmel Commercial Real Estate & Management, shattered records this year with over $15 million in sales and more than $1 million in leasing. Partners Nichole Carosella, Alessandra Bianchini and Christina Morrison and associates, Laura Rolinc and Valerie Enlow, have used teamwork and their unique expertise to achieve the dollar volume they made this year.

One of the 2015 sales by Ms. Morrison included a transaction for the sale of Windsor

Gardens Hotel & Conference Center in Palm Beach Gardens for $9.4 million. She also sold the Marlin Commerce Center for $4.8 million and Carmel retained the Lease Management Package along with the Leasing and Sales contract with the new owners.

The team attributes their success to the power of teamwork and the cutting edge technology they employ. This enables them to provide exemplary customer service, which is the mantra of the team. Partner Nichole Carosella comments, “We carry a diverse listing portfolio and we strive to make each client feel as if they are our only client.”

With the team’s 60 plus years of collective sales experience, partner Christina Morrison understands that commercial markets fluctuate.

There are great years and not so good years. Ms. Morrison says, “Our top priority is our clients’ satisfaction. Their success is our success, and we aim to keep it that way.”

When asked what to expect in the 2016 commercial real estate market, Ms. Carosella said, “With the commercial real estate market so hot, one of our goals for this coming year is to get our commercial leases to $3 million which would double what we did in 2015. We are also looking to get more business, especially big projects. We work with Commercial Investors, Developers, Commercial Property Owners and we are equipped to buy, sell, lease and manage property. Our long range plans include adding additional staff to our team.”

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Cushman & Wakefield announced more hires in South Florida. The global commercial real estate firm continued its targeted growth in the region with the addition of Associate Matt Avelar in its Boca Raton office.

Mr. Avelar joins Cushman & Wakefield’s South Florida operations after spending nearly two years in the firm’s Long Island office, where he handled business development for the office leasing team of Senior Director Philip D’Avanzo and Senior Director Roger Wooster. In South Florida, he will focus on tenant representation and work with the team of Senior Vice President Rick Miller and Associate J.D. Brussels.

“It’s rare to find someone with Matt’s background in business development, marketing and brokerage,” said Larry Richey, Senior Managing Director and Florida Market Leader. “His broad spectrum of experience will be a tremendous asset to Cushman & Wakefield and our clients. ” Cushman & Wakefield also announced two more new hires in South Florida. The firm, which is expanding rapidly in the region, added Associate J.D. Brussels and Senior Research Analyst Valerie Tatum. Both will operate out of the firm’s Boca Raton office.

Mr. Brussels will join the tenant advisory team of Senior Vice President Rick Miller, which specializes in helping tenants identify and align strategic business, financial and operational objectives with real estate requirements. He comes to Cushman & Wakefield from CBRE where he served as a Researcher focused on the analysis of commercial properties throughout Broward and Palm Beach Counties.

“J.D. will be a tremendous addition to our team,” said Miller. “He has quickly established an encyclopedic knowledge of the South Florida commercial real estate market, which will be of great benefit to both Cushman & Wakefield and our clients.”

Ms. Tatum will serve as the firm’s Senior Research Analyst covering Broward and Palm Beach Counties as well as the Treasure Coast. Ms. Tatum joins Cushman & Wakefield from CBRE, where she served as Research Coordinator. For the past 15 years, she has amassed an impressive commercial real estate track record as a broker, acquisition manager and appraiser in South Florida and Central Florida.

“The addition of Valerie to our South Florida team helps Cushman & Wakefield Research further establish its primacy in the market,” said Florida Research Manager Chris Owen. “Her vast experience and knowledge of the region make her a unique candidate. Valerie has worked every side of a deal and brings an uncommon skill set to the table in our efforts to better serve our clients and brokers.”

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people / briefs Delray Medical Center Appoints New Director of Revenue Analysis

With over 18 years of experience in health care finance, Heather Pasitoniu joins Delray Medical Center as the director of revenue analysis. In her new role, Pasitoniu will oversee the day-today operations of the business office.

Heather Pasitoniu This includes being responsible for directing the revenue cycle team, monitoring and analyzing the accounts receivables, ensuring revenue integrity for the hospital, and collaborating with all the business units for prompt and compliant billing processes.

Prior to her current role, Pasitoniu most recently served as a disputed claims manager for Conifer Health Solutions and was responsible for 12 Tenet hospitals across the Florida and Philadelphia regions. When she first started at Tenet in 2004, she worked as an appeals specialist in the disputed claims

department at the National Insurance Center in Boca Raton. She was then promoted to disputed claims supervisor the following year.

Pasitoniu earned her bachelor’s degree in health care administration from Florida Atlantic University.

Principal Jeffrey A. Weissman Named a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation

Jeffrey A. Weissman, principal of the marital and family law firm Gladstone & Weissman, P.A., was recently named a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation (ABF).

The Fellows of the American Bar Foundation is an honorary organization of lawyers, judges and legal scholars whose public and private careers have demonstrated outstanding dedication to the welfare of their communities and to the highest principles of the legal profession.

“It is a great honor to be named a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation,” said Weissman.

“I look forward to supporting the organization’s groundbreaking research on the role and impact of law, lawyers and the legal process on society.”

For more about Weissman, visit www.gwpa. com/Attorneys/Jeffrey-A-Weissman.shtml.

Mizner’s Steven Heydt Receives 2015 Top Private Club Award

BoardRoom magazine, designed to educate the board of directors, owners, general managers and department heads in the private club industry, annually recognizes the world’s top private club presidents, captains and chairs.

Their “Private Club Presidents of the Year” distinction now in its eighth year, honors club presidents for their outstanding work, their understanding of the industry, and their role and responsibilities to the club’s board of directors.

This year, Steven Heydt, President of Mizner Country Club in Delray Beach, has been honored as one of the top 22 private club presidents for 2015. According to Larry Savvides, General Manager and Chief Operating Officer of Mizner, “We are very proud of Steven receiving this award. Out of the thousands of private clubs nationally and the 300 nominations, BoardRoom magazine selected him among the top 22.”

Explains John Fornaro, Publisher of BoardRoom Magazine. “The board president exemplifies the focus on the leadership responsibilities, the accountability and

the management of the board providing a healthy respect for the club’s management.”

Steven Heydt has been on the Board of Mizner since 2010 and has been the Club’s president for the last year. He credits the men and women of his Board maintaining, “Nothing could be accomplished without a dedicated, focused and honest group of directors.” By day, he is President of his own company, Elite Island Resorts.

Local Allstate Entrepreneurs Honored for Providing Outstanding Customer Service

As business leaders and involved citizens in Boca Raton, Allstate exclusive agency owners William Anderson, Howard Greenberg, and Wilhelmina Jack have been designated Allstate Premier Agencies for 2015.

The Allstate Premier Agency designation is bestowed upon 48 percent of Allstate’s nearly 10,000 agency owners across the country. This designation is being presented to these agents for their outstanding performance and commitment to putting customers at the center of their agencies’ work.

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people / briefs New Chief Operating Officer Named at Delray Medical Center

Delray Medical Center welcomes Jared Smith as its new chief operating officer.

He is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the hospital and provides management oversight for the development of high quality, cost effective Jared Smith and integrated clinical programs.

Smith has nearly 15 years of hospital management experience. He started his tenure with Tenet Healthcare in 2010 as the director of business development at Delray Medical Center. Four years later, he became the chief operating officer at sister hospital, Good Samaritan Medical Center, and now, his career has come full circle.

“We couldn’t be more pleased about the opportunity to bring Jared back on board our team,” said Mark Bryan, CEO of Delray Medical Center. “His past experience and longstanding dedication to our organization

make him an invaluable asset.”

Smith also previously served as the director of strategic development and project management at another South Florida hospital and was responsible for implementing a $65 million financial turnaround. He began his career at Deloitte & Touche in the audit and advisory services group as the enterprise risk services manager. Smith is a certified public accountant and earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, as well as his master’s degree in science in taxation from the University of Miami.

Gold Coast PR Council Announces Winners of 12th Annual Bernays Awards

More than 100 local public relations, marketing and media professionals attended the 12th annual Bernays Awards luncheon hosted by the Gold Coast PR Council (GCPRC), the largest independent organization of PR/Marketing professionals in South Florida. Awards were presented in 13 different categories.

The Presidents Award, the most prestigious of all Bernays Awards, was presented to the “Culture Keepers” at the three daily

newspapers: Rod Hagwood from the SunSentinel, Jan Sjostrom of the Palm Beach Daily News and Leslie Grey Streeter from the Palm Beach Post. They were lauded for their outstanding coverage of South Florida’s cultural and entertainment community.

In nine competitive categories, the winners were: • For Best Nonprofit/Charity Project or Campaign – Large, for an organization with an annual budget of more than $100,000, the 2016 Bernays Award went to Mounts Botanical Garden of West Palm Beach for its popular exhibition Nature Connects: Art with LEGO Bricks.

• For Best Nonprofit/Charity Project or Campaign – Small, the award went to Kaye Communications in Boca Raton for the Great Doggie Dine-Out & Paws Fest.

• For Best PR Campaign by a Large Company or Firm (with five or more employees), the award winner was The Buzz Agency in Delray Beach for Chef vs. Chef at Max’s Harvest.

• For Best PR Campaign by a Small Company or Firm, this year’s Bernays Award was given to JLM Communications for work on behalf of Avocado Grill in downtown West

Palm Beach.

• For Best PR Blogger, the winner was Newsy Parents for How to Swim in 5 Days with Baby Otter.

• For Best Marketing Material, the Bernays Award was given to FAU Division of Research for the Institute for Sensing and Embedded Network Network Systems Engineering at FAU (I-Sense) Video, which also picked up this year’s coveted Judge’s Award.

• For Best Internal Communications, the award was presented to the Constitutional Tax Collector, Palm Beach County for In-Service Day 2015: Learn, Grow, Excel, Repeat.

• For Best Social Media Campaign, this year’s winner is JM Family Enterprises for #ToyotaInTampa.

• For Best Special Event, the winner is the Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton for the Inaugural Boca Raton Mayors Ball.

• GCPRC’s annual Founders Award was presented to former Board member and long time supporter Judy Joffe from NCCI Holdings.

• For the annual PR Star Award, there are two winners this year: the Constitutional Tax Collector, Palm Beach County and Discover the Palm Beaches.

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chamber notes Boca Chamber Joins the Business Rent Tax Coalition

Part of the Boca Chamber’s 2016 legislative goals include the elimination of Florida’s six percent business rent tax. In conjunction with other chambers – including the Florida Chamber of Commerce – and advocacy organizations, the Boca Chamber is part of the Business Rent Tax Coalition, dedicated to remove this tax.

Florida is the only state in the nation that imposes a six percent sales tax on commercial leases. This six percent tax is levied on all businesses that rent office space including retail, warehouse and even convention and meeting rooms. Forcing business owners to pay an extra six percent limits companies from hiring additional employees and contributing to the overall enhancement of the community.

“The Boca Chamber supports the elimination of the Business Rent Tax to further commerce and ensure continued growth in Boca Raton and South Palm Beach County,” said Boca Chamber President & CEO, Troy McLellan. “As a pro-business advocate, The Boca Chamber strives to maintain an environment where these organizations provide opportunities for employees and Boca Raton families. Eliminating the Business Rent Tax would entice more businesses to our great state, thus contributing to the cycle of commerce.”

For more information about the Business Rent Tax Coalition, visit: http://www. cutmybizrent.tax/

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Boca Chamber Diamond Award Luncheon

The Boca Chamber hosted the 10th annual DIAMOND Award Luncheon on Friday, February 19 at the Boca Raton Resort and Club. During the celebratory luncheon, the nine previous recipients were honored, a new mentor program was unveiled and an inaugural “DIAMOND in the Rough” recipient was announced.

At the DIAMOND Award Luncheon, The Chamber previously recognized a professional woman in Boca Raton and South Palm Beach Country that contributes to the vibrancy of the community. A DIAMOND recipient is a Dedicated, Inspiring, Accomplished, Motivated, Outstanding, Noble and Driven woman.

Rachel Zietz of Gladiator Lacrosse was named the inaugural “DIAMOND in the Rough” recipient. She was a participant of the Chamber’s Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) in 2012 and grew her business to sell over one million dollars of lacrosse equipment. Through her entrepreneurial spirit, determination to succeed and strong belief in community outreach, Rachel displays all of the attributes of a DIAMOND at a young age.

The Chamber also announced a new mentoring program with the previous DIAMOND Award recipients. The nine previous DIAMONDs will be mentoring students from the YEA! program and share their valued business insight, experience and talents to these young entrepreneurs.

You’re invited to join the Boca Chamber and JM Lexus at our March Membership Breakfast.

March 10, 2016 7:45 AM - 9:15 AM Via Mizner Golf and Country Club 6200 Boca Del Mar Drive

Mizner 200 architects Jorge Garcia and Peter Stromberg of GarciaStromberg/ GS4Studios share that “the building respects its dual responsibility to the street and urban environment as well as the vast open park space of the surrounding golf course and views to the east. The response is a building that sets up a more structured rhythm and appropriate character along Mizner Boulevard, then unfolds and opens up at the corners to express the beauty of its other environment.”

From the west, the building proposes a ground-level linear pedestrian area along Mizner Boulevard, incorporating undulating paths and sitting areas all overlooking the resident gallery space that continues to the north and south on each side of the project’s main entry. All vehicular parking along the active street-side pedestrian zone as well as along the golf course and golf villas on the east is masked. All service areas for the project are located within the building structure, out of view from public realm.

From the east golf course view, the building is in constant movement and results in natural flowing patterns that create harmony within the surrounding landscape. Along this golf course side, the structure ripples gracefully and moves in both the horizontal and vertical planes creating a variety of outdoor landscaped terrace areas as well as two elevated green park/amenity areas on top of the parking structures below (which are in addition to the 40% open space requirement). The building proposes to utilize the rooftop areas for active outdoor gathering and lifestyle spaces that will also contribute to its overall character.

“Neighboring residents and businesses as well as visitors will enjoy the new park-styled pedestrian streetscape along SE Mizner Boulevard that we have incorporated into the plan to create a seamless connectivity with Royal Palm Place shops, spas, salons, art galleries and restaurants,” shared Elad CEO Amnon Safran. He noted that

by including a generous setback from the street that far exceeds the minimums, the site plan is able to draw from the patterns set forth within the code guidelines for the street level pedestrian experience, creating covered walkways, trellised sitting zones, linear park areas, as well a continuous oneand-half level active gallery space that acts as the main circulation within this level.

Safran reported that Mizner 200 should yield minimal traffic impact, as some units will be combined into larger units and a large percentage of residents will be seasonal, low workforce peak time driven unlike the higher tenant activity currently at MOTG. In addition, the design and site plan is pedestrian-friendly and encouraging to yield reduced traffic trips. Mizner 200 residents can walk to nearby businesses, workplaces/offices, personal services providers and dining spots throughout Downtown Boca, including Royal Palm Place, along Palmetto Park Road and Federal Highway etc.

Initial plans were presented by the owner/ developer to City of Boca Development Services Department on January 5, 2016 for City staff feedback. A review meeting with City Staff was held on January 19th and finalized plans/renderings/site plans have been submitted.

Upon City approval, construction will be done in phases as well as the demolition of the MOTG’s 18, three-story rental townhome buildings. Over the last year, current residents have been formally noticed about owner/ developer redevelopment interest and plans and all prospective tenants are briefed before executing leases.

“Historically 50 percent of Mizner on the Green residents do not renew as they reside there for temporary reasons as they renovate or build homes, need to relocate for jobs and preferred schools, are seeking to purchase single-family homes or condos or want a different type of rental than a threestory townhome,” shares Safran. “If they want to stay in Downtown, there will be plenty of brand new inventory as more than 2,000 rental residences become available.”

Including MOTG, Elad also owns and operates four apartment rental communities in Boca Raton totaling 771 residences.

DELRAY BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Media & Membership Breakfast • March 15 • 7:45-9 PM Delray Beach Golf Club Getting the Word Out: A panel discussion with local media Learn how to get your business in the media! Rich Pollack of Pollack Communications is our mediator, as members of the media - magazines, newspapers, TV/Radio, etc - talk about the different ways to get coverage.

Welcome New DELRAY BEACH Chamber Members Fido’s Play N Stay - (561) 501-6178, 1885 SW 4th Avenue, Suite E1, Delray Beach www.fidosplaynstay.com PET CARE SERVICES New York Life Insurance Company & NYLIFE Securities, LLC / Maryanne Garnsey (561) 517-3282 1107 Periwinkle Lane, Delray Beach www.newyorklife.com/agent/mgarnsey INSURANCE Ritota & Ritota, P.A. - (561) 272-6664, 3401 S. Federal Highway, Delray Beach www.delraydental.com DENTISTS Bateman Gordon & Sands Inc - (954) 941-0900, 3050 N Federal Highway, Lighthouse Point: http://www.bgsagency.com INSURANCE Boca Home Staging / Mizner Grande Realty (561) 706-6037, 945 Banyan Drive, Delray Beach www.bocahomestaging.com Home Staging, REAL ESTATE, Residential Fratellis Italian Restaurant - (561) 243-4800, 1684 South Federal Highway, Delray Beach www.fratellis.com RESTAURANT & BARS

Healthy Living with Patti Green (716) 479-5925, 555 SE 6th Avenue, 8C, Delray Beach www.patti-green.com HEALTH, WELLNESS Voice for the Children, Inc. - (561) 586-8515 8128 Sedgewick Court, Suite B, West Palm Beach www.voiceforthechildren.org NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS A La Carte Gallery Art (561) 542-6318, 5665 Via De La Plata Circle, Delray Beach http://alacartegalleryart.com ARTISTS, GALLERIES Delray Beach Pest Control (561) 395-6701, 4160 NW 1st Avenue, Unit 16, Boca Raton www.delraybeachpestcontrol.com PEST CONTROL Nada’s Italy Tours - (704) 877-2003, 310 East Blvd, Suite 4, Charlotte, NC www.nadasitaly.com TRAVEL AGENTS, TOURS

Dawn Edwards Salon - (561) 350-1033 - 2275 S Federal Highway, Suite 260, Delray Beach SALONS, SPAS & BARBERSHOPS

Moore Mobile Golf - (561) 662-8195, 4330 Palm Forest Drive South, Delray Beach www.MooreMobile. Golf GOLF, COUNTRY CLUBS, INSTRUCTION

Babcock Home Furniture & More - (561) 243-8393 2400 N Federal Highway, Delray Beach www.badcocksfl.com SHOPPING & SPECIALTY RETAIL

Cruise Brothers / Cruising Free - (561) 945-0300 9089 N Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens http://CruiseBrothers.com TRAVEL AGENTS, TOURS

CHALK - (561) 921-7181, 151 NE 5th Avenue, Suite C-5, Delray Beach www.chalkdelray.com CHILDREN ACTIVITIES, CHILDCARE

Equality Dating, Inc. - (561) 900-3352, 55 SE 2nd Avenue, Suite 312, Delray Beach DATING SERVICES

Joe Gillie - Delray Beach, FRIEND OF THE CHAMBER

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