Boca Pointe June 2025

Launch Project Update

From Hotwire Communications

Construction Updates

We’re pleased to share that Phases 1 and 2 of the underground fiber installation have been successfully completed. Phase 3 is now in progress, and we’re making strong, steady progress toward full project completion. As construction continues, please expect to see Hotwire construction crews working throughout your community. We appreciate your patience and understanding. We are working closely with all property managers and Boards of Directors to ensure smooth communication and that efficient processes are in place for damage reporting and issue resolution. The project is currently in very good standing, and we are proud to report that we remain on schedule with the established timeline.

Consultations:

Hotwire is excited to announce that we have reached a pivotal point in the transition to your NEW Fision® services! We are actively scheduling one-on-one consultations for residents in Phase 1 and Phase 2. Please contact our Launch Department at (561) 509-5429 to schedule your one-on-one consultation.

Coming Soon:

We’re also excited to announce that a Hotwire Fision office will be opening soon, conveniently located near the Boca Pointe Association. More details to come!

Questions:

If you have any questions about Hotwire or the launch project, please email Bocapointe@hotwiremail.com.

Boca Pointe Villages Phase 1:

• Caravelle

• Esplanada

• Palomar

• El Dorado

• Montego Bay

• Villa Flora

• Palladium

• La Paz (includes Lakes at La Paz)

• Villa Sonrisa

Boca Pointe Villages Phase 2:

• Meridiana

• El Viento

• La Mirada

• La Corniche

• Pointe 100 Condominium

• The Plum

• Villa Stel 

From The Desk Of Commissioner Marci Woodward

A Message from Marci

On May 31st, Palm Beach County will say goodbye to Administrator Verdenia Baker or as I’ve come to know her, Miss Verdenia. When I stepped into this role two and a half years ago, we didn’t know each other. Now, we part as friends.

We didn’t always agree, but we always spoke honestly. As someone who’s never claimed to be a polished politician, I truly appreciated our direct, woman-to-woman

conversations. She helped me navigate this county with patience, answered all my questions (and there were plenty), and always made sure her team was available when I needed support. My agenda reviews often ran long, but she never rushed them and that meant a lot.

Verdenia’s career with Palm Beach County began in 1987 as a budget analyst, and her dedication has only grown since. In 2015, she became County Administrator overseeing 7,100 positions and managing a $9 billion budget. Under her leadership, Palm Beach County, Florida’s fourth-largest county with 1.5 million residents, remained one of only four counties in the state and just 58 nationally to hold a AAA bond rating. That kind of financial stability doesn’t happen by accident; it reflects a decade of thoughtful, steady leadership.

I’m still learning in this role, but Administrator Baker’s example has helped shape the commissioner I am today. We’ll do our best to honor the legacy she leaves behind. I hope she enjoys some well-earned rest, travel, and time for herself. And when she’s ready, I’ll be there to meet her for lunch and help her pick out her own little Fritz. She will be missed.

Director Of Security

Attention Boca Pointe Residents: Please Observe Our Community Speed Limits

By Ebenson Bristol

Ensuring the safety and well-being of our community is a shared responsibility. Please be mindful of the designated speed limits while driving in Boca Pointe:

•Boca Pointe Drive: 30 mph

• Via De Sonrisa Del Norte: 25 mph

• Promenade Drive: 20 mph

We kindly ask that you respect these speed limits and remind your guests to do the same throughout Boca Pointe.

Additionally, the Traffic Hawk system is actively in use within Boca Pointe. Unlike traditional radar signs, Traffic Hawk serves as an active deterrent, allowing speed violators to be identified. This device can be deployed at various locations within the community, where it detects vehicle speeds in its line of sight and records video evidence of violators. The collected data, combined with video footage, enables enforcement measures—including fines or other penalties.

The schedule of fines and suspensions for violating speed limits shall be as follows:

1st and 2nd speeding violation in any calendar year

• 6 to 20 mph over the limit $ 50.00

• More than 21 mph over the limit $100.00 3rd violation by any vehicle registered to a residential unit in any calendar year will result in the suspension of all automatic gate entrance device(s) registered to the residential unit for ninety (90) days. Access will be afforded through the guest lanes.

Your cooperation helps maintain a safe environment for all. Thank you for driving responsibly! 

Please Help

We are all so fortunate to live at Boca Pointe. However, there are many who are struggling to just get by. The homeless in our area have a constant need of clothing. Please consider donating any used clothing to those less fortunate. The only requirement is that the clothes are clean and placed in a bag (no loose items). All clothing collected will be donated to local homeless shelters and programs. All clothing can be dropped off at the Boca Pointe Community Association Office at 6909 SW 18th Street, suite A120. Thank you for your generosity and care for those in need. 

Is There A Pollution Solution

Plastics?

By Steve Handwerker

Plastic production, use, and after-use distribution are among the most pervasive pollutants on the planet. The effects of this pollutant are global, from the Arctic to Mount Everest and all the islands in between. Every year, 11 million tons of plastic waste go into our oceans and are killing millions of fish, seabirds, and large marine mammals. Plastics take decades and even hundreds of years to break down and never disappear, becoming less than 5 mm. Microplastics have been found in human blood and organs and are associated with some cancers, heart and lung diseases.

There are thousands of more than 13,000 chemicals used in plastics and plastics production that are significantly unhealthy and present in our food and water, ultimately assimilated into human and nonhuman bodies! In communities that have factories producing these plastics, water and air pollution abound. The trash cleanups on the beaches or ‘recycling’ programs (finding their way to the oceans) are inadequate solutions to these pollution problems, on environmental and human, and all other species’ physiological levels. The only way would be to work on eliminating waste from the environment and reducing plastics production itself. This would begin with each one of us eliminating or reducing single-use plastic consumption daily!

A larger-scale action would be a global ban on harmful and unnecessary plastic products and their most dangerous related chemicals. Reduction in plastics manufacturing itself, along with phasing out problematic plastics, especially single-use products (bags, bottles, straws, and stirrers) which cannot be recycled, would be part of a real solution(s). National and international policies around design, reuse, and waste management/recycling processes would be how this could be achieved. Each of our individual voices and community voices, which would foster collective and coordinated action by individuals and all stakeholders, including plastics producers, communities, and governments, is the most efficacious way for a solution for plastics! Thank you for your efforts as an individual to create a more sustainable lifestyle and planet.

Steven E. Handwerker Ph.D. D.div, RM Board Certified Licensed Psychologist 50 years’ experience www.peacewk.org.

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Lease Renewals

Renters- If you plan to renew your lease at Boca Pointe, please provide the BPCA Management office a copy of your renewal lease and vehicle registration prior to your lease expiration date. Both items are needed to ensure that your transponder does not get deactivated when the lease ends. Please email to admin@ bocapointe.com.

Thank you! 

Board Of Directors

June 2024 – June 2025 Officers/Executive Committee

Chairman and President Robert Cornell

Vice Chairman Bob Greenstein

Vice President David Sussman

Secretary Steve Retzer

Treasurer Lawrence Gelfond

District Directors

District 1 Morton Karper (Valencia)

Encantada, Valencia and The Palms

District 2 Chandra Stewart-Keith (Panaché)

Promenade, Imperial Royale, Imperial, Regency and Panaché

District 3 Steve Retzer (La Mirada)

La Mirada and Meridiana

District 4 Bob Greenstein (Lakes of La Paz)

El Viento, La Paz, and Southwinds

District 5 Barbara Windheim (El Dorado)

Esplanada, Caravelle, Palomar, La Corniche, and El Dorado

District 6 Vacant

Villa Flora, Montego Bay, Villa del Sol, and Palladium

District 7 David Arlein (Pointe 100)

The Plum/Cortina, Villa Sonrisa and Pointe 100

District 8 Jacob Stark (Costa del Sol)

Costa del Sol and Costa Brava

District 9 Susan George (Edgewater)

Edgewater at Boca Pointe and Stratford Court

At Large Directors Through June 2025

Robert Cornell (Costa Brava)

David Sussman (Valencia)

Howard Weinstein (El Dorado)

Dan Gabrielle (La Corniche) Lawrence Gelfond (La Corniche) Zachary Elliott (Encantada)

The Concept Behind The Pygmalion Effect

By Josette Veltri

The Pygmalion effect refers to a psychological phenomenon where higher expectations lead to improved performance in others. An example found in the diagram to the right.

Psychologist Robert Rosenthal discovered the Pygmalion effect in a groundbreaking study in 1964 and introduced the concept in a book titled Pygmalion in the Classroom Rosenthal and his colleague Lenore Jacobson drew on the Greek MYTH of Pygmalion, a sculptor who falls in love with his creation, an ivory statue of a woman. So enamored by his creation’s beauty, he begs the gods for a wife resembling its likeness. Do the gods grant Pygmalion’s request? In Pygmalion’s mind they do, and he begins treating his creation as real.

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Steve Handwerker

Judith Levy

Lisa Sileo

Harold Katz

Harriet Rubin

Anne Gannon

Elyse Weintraub Brown

Hillary Reynolds

Arthur Dermer

William A. Gralnick

Milagros Gutierrez de Herrera

Yishai Mizrahi

Lexi Miller

The Pap Corps

Robert W. Goldfarb

Ilene Brookler

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So, Rosenthal and Jacobson set out to evaluate this hypothesis in the realm of education in a South California school. They administered IQ tests to all the students then randomly selected 20% of them as “intellectual bloomers.” Teachers were given the names of these “intellectual bloomers,” and told that they could expect significant academic improvement from them during the year.

Their results were astonishing. The students labelled as “intellectual bloomers” showed higher IQ scores and better grades than the other students, suggesting that the teachers’ expectations influenced the students’ performance.

But how did this happen you may be wondering? Rosenthal and Jacobson proposed that the teachers’ elevated expectations provided positive reinforcement, leading the students to improve their self-confidence and performance. A sound conclusion, you decide!

Can The Pygmalion Effect also work in romantic relationships and in the workplace? It can especially when couples behave more like their partner’s expectation of them and, great leaders have known about The Pygmalion Effect and successfully have proven it works.

The moral of the Pygmalion Effect is that elevated expectations and positive beliefs about someone can lead to an unconscious wanting to meet this belief. Our beliefs about others, and even our own beliefs about ourselves, can have a powerful influence on our actions and outcomes.

A self-fulfilling prophecy? You decide.

Josette Veltri, a Boca Pointe resident, is a certified educator and coach on loss and transition. Her purpose, to assist clients with healing and move forward so they can go from I Can’t to I Can, One Step at a Time. She can be reached at josette@nextstepnewstart.com ( https:// www.linkedin.com/in/josettejveltri/ ). 

We Are The Continuation

By Ilene Brookler

Recently, something extraordinary happened in my family—my grandfather’s youngest first cousin, Berish, a Holocaust survivor from Slovakia, just became a great-great-grandfather. He is nearly 102 years old.

Berish came to the United States with my grandparents and their children, including my father. At the time, Soviet forces had taken control of Slovakia and were imprisoning Jews who had survived the Nazis. In a twist of fate, my grandparents had one remaining spot available for a child— originally intended for their son, who had gone to Israel. Instead, they used it to bring Berish with them to America. A recent photograph of Berish holding his great-greatgrandchild filled me with awe. Five generations alive at once. That image prompted me to reflect on my own branch of the family.

My great-great-grandfather was born in 1838—130 years before I entered the world. My father’s great-greatgrandfather, Simon Hellinger, was born in 1817—120 years before my father was born. We never met these ancestors, of course, but thanks to genealogical research, we have uncovered remarkable details about their lives.

Beginning in the 1760s, rabbis in the Kingdom of Hungary started keeping separate records of births, marriages, and

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County Administrator Task Force

The search for Palm Beach County’s next administrator is progressing. Of the 223 applications received, 96 candidates met the minimum qualifications and advanced past the initial screening.

That list was provided to the County Administrator Candidate Task Force, appointed by the Board of County Commissioners.

Each of the seven primary members could nominate two candidates, creating a pool of up to 14 for interviews. At the May 14 meeting, the task force narrowed the list to seven finalists in which one withdrew bringing it down to six.

At the May 20 BCC workshop, following the task force’s work to narrow the candidate pool to seven finalists (one of whom later withdrew), the Board voted to forgo the task force interview process and instead proceed directly with conducting individual interviews. The Board will conduct those interviews on June 16.

This follows the retirement announcement of County Administrator Verdenia Baker, who will step down on May 31 after nearly 10 years in the role. The new administrator will oversee a workforce of over 7,000 employees and a $9 billion annual budget, reporting directly to the sevenmember County Commission.

Library Advisory Board

We are currently seeking a District 4 resident to serve on the Palm Beach County Library Advisory Board.

This volunteer board plays a key role in supporting our Library System by working with the Library Director and providing policy, budget, and service recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners.

The Advisory Board typically meets at 1:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month, with at least nine meetings scheduled annually.

If you’re passionate about public libraries and want to help shape their future in Palm Beach County, please contact my office to learn more about the application process.

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deaths for their Jewish congregations—independent from the official church registers. That innovation made it possible to trace our paternal ancestry all the way back to Simon’s birth.

Simon’s arrival is recorded in a single, nearly illegible handwritten line on page two of a synagogue birth register. The entry, written in archaic Hungarian script, is obscured by smudges, ink blotches, and cryptic abbreviations. It took the skills of a multilingual Slovak genealogist to decipher it. Using Photoshop, he inverted the scan’s colors to reveal the faded text.

Simon Hellinger was born on February 3, 1817, in the village of Nagyszeretva—now known as Stretava—in what was then northeastern Hungary, part of the vast Austrian Habsburg Empire. His parents were Jakob and Resi Hellinger, names that have been lovingly passed down through generations like heirlooms.

The birth record itself is a fascinating blend of Jewish tradition and Christian bureaucracy. The column headings were copied from an early 1800s Christian baptismal register. One column, labeled “baptized,” lists Chajim Grunfeld as the godparent—almost certainly meaning he served as the sandak, the man who held Simon during his brit milah Another name, Abraham Sachter, appears as the “baptizer”— likely the mohel who performed the circumcision.

Simon’s page lists 21 births, but only he and one other baby were born in Stretava. This small village, first documented in 1266, had just 101 houses and 610 residents when Simon was 11 years old. Simon’s life became deeply entwined with that community. Between 1845 and 1865, from ages 28 to 48, he served as a mohel himself, performing 30

Battle of the Bands in the Palm Beaches

The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners has approved an agreement for presenting sponsor rights to bring a major HBCU marching band competition to FAU’s Flagler Credit Union Stadium starting January 17, 2026—Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The Battle of the Bands in the Palm Beaches will feature at least six top collegiate bands from Historically Black Colleges and Universities, with the event returning annually for five years. Popular schools like Florida A&M, Grambling, and Bethune-Cookman are expected to participate.

In addition to performances, the weekend will include:

• A STEM career fair

• An Emerging Entrepreneur Experience

• A Homeless Outreach Program

Funded by tourist bed taxes, the event aims to uplift the community and spotlight HBCU talent.

circumcisions throughout the region—including one for his own son, Samuel, my great-great-grandfather. He married Julia, and together they built a life in Stretava, raising a family in the rural, tight-knit village.

By 1869, the Hungarian census listed Simon as a leather merchant. At the time of his death on November 7, 1877, he had become an innkeeper. His death certificate notes that he was buried in the nearby town of Humenne, but despite years of searching, we have not yet found his gravestone.

Today, Stretava looks much as it did in Simon’s time— surrounded by open fields, with a population of about 700, virtually unchanged over two centuries. But its spirit has shifted. Where Simon once lived among Hungarians and Jews, the village is now entirely Slovak, with no remaining traces of its Jewish community.

And yet, Simon’s legacy has not vanished.

Though the streets of Stretava no longer echo with the voices of Jews, and though Simon’s gravestone may lie hidden beneath the soil of Humenne, his story lives on in us, his descendants.

We are the living archives.

We are the continuation.

Ilene Brookler, a Boca Pointe resident and Columbia Law School graduate, brings over 30 years of litigation experience to her role as a certified mediator. She founded Family First Divorce Mediation Services with the goal of helping families navigate divorce quickly and affordably. She can be reached at info@familyfirstmediate.com. For more information, visit www.familyfirstmediate.com. 

Nonprofit Spotlight

The Historical Society of Palm Beach County (HSPBC) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to collect, preserve, and share the rich history and cultural heritage of our county.

The HSPBC maintains a large archive on the history of Palm Beach County, Florida, and the Caribbean. Through its archives, which includes four million photographic images, plus maps, newspapers, journals, periodicals, architectural drawings, and research files, the Society maintains an active research facility and documents the people and events that have shaped our communities.

In addition, the multiple education programs and initiatives of the Society in schools and communities are of primary importance to our vision of building an understanding and appreciation of local history. If you’re interested in exploring their online archives, visit https://pbchistory.org/archives/. I recently had the pleasure of touring the HSPBC. Thank you to Jeremy Johnson, President and CEO, for the warm welcome and insightful visit!

If you require assistance, please contact our office at 561-355-2204 or email Mwoodward@pbcgov.org. 

Boca Raton Public Library Presents The Boca Raton Historical Society Exhibit, “Boca Raton History: A Timeline”

June 16, 2025 – July 25, 2025, Downtown Library

The Boca Raton Public Library presents a new exhibit from the Boca Raton Historical Society in honor of Boca Raton’s one hundredth anniversary of incorporation in 2025, Boca Raton History: A Timeline plus Boomtime Boca: Boca Raton in the 1920s.

The exhibit features images and information about the key developments in Boca Raton’s history up to the present. In addition, the exhibit will feature photos from the pictorial history, Boomtime Boca: Boca Raton in the 1920s. It includes images from the collections of the Boca Raton Historical Society from this all-important era, when our town became a recognized municipality.

“This exhibit is a quick look at the amazing history of the little railroad farm town that grew into one of Florida’s most desirable addresses,” according to Boca Raton Historical Society Curator Susan Gillis. “Did you know that Boca Raton

The Month Of June

By Judith Levy

I can’t believe we’re already into the month of June. I’ve just learned to write 2025 and half the year has gone. There is so much to celebrate in this month. They wrote a song, June Is Busting Out All Over. Beautiful flowers and cherry blossoms are blooming. Most of all there are blushing brides, who love to exchange vows in this month. On June 6th we remember D-Day and the invasion of France by the Allied forces which spelled the beginning of the end of the years of Nazi tyranny.

doesn’t actually mean ‘rat’s mouth,’ and that the original Boca de Ratones was on what is now Miami Beach?”

“Boca Raton History: A Timeline,” a free exhibit will run from June 16 - July 25 at the Downtown Library, 400 NW 2nd Avenue, during regular library hours.

On June 14th we pay homage to our American Flag by Betsy Ross which grew from its initial thirteen stars to the fifty we now have. Then we come to the third Sunday of the month of June and we have Father’s Day. Did you know there are seventy million Dads in the United States? You might think that this holiday honoring Dads has been around for a long time, but actually it wasn’t until 1972 that President Richard Nixon declared Father’s Day a national holiday. Commemorating a day to let our fathers know how important to the family and how loved and appreciated they are. Not as many flowers or candy are sent for Father’s Day, but today economists estimate over a billion dollars is spent buying gifts for Dad and restaurants enjoy the Daddy dinners families share.

We are a nation of scattered people, so many fathers and grandfathers here in Florida may live far away from their family. Their children may live in distant states or even

needs of the Boca Raton community. 

foreign countries. No matter, there’s always time to make that call or write that card. Those personal touches are valuable and mean very much to each father. Expressing affection holds significant value and is greatly appreciated.

Yes, for the most part June is a month of love. Consider reaching out to an acquaintance who may be experiencing loneliness and offer companionship. Why not? Everyone can use one more hug. I’ll bet you would like one too and June is the perfect time for affection. Friendship is free and worth a great deal, so go for it. If not now, when?

Judith Levy has just released her newest book, GREATGRANDMOTHER REMEMBERS, bound to be a best-seller. This beautifully illustrated book to fill in family history is the perfect gift for a great-grandmother. Available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. 

The Boca Raton Public Library provides outstanding library services, resources, and programs that meet the educational, recreational, cultural, and informational

Apres The Vacation, Le Deluge

By William A. Gralnick

Yes, of course, I know, the real expression is “Apres moi, Le Deluge.” France’s King Louis the 15th, gets the credit or sometimes his not really so much better half, Mme. Pompador or sometimes both of them. If both get the credit it is sometimes found to be “Apres Nous, Le Deluge.” Gotta love those historians. Its meaning was that a revolution would follow if they were deposed from the throne. They got that right.

But why, you may ask, am I monkeying with it, creating Franglish, or why am I bringing it up at all? I’ll tell you. My better half and I just returned from a 10-day trip to Ireland. You will hear more about the Emerald Isle in columns to come. Here’s a preview. The weather was spectacular. The people were awesome. The scenery is amazing—poets say Ireland has forty shades of green. It is a place that is easy on the eyes. The point here is not the going but the coming back. I dreaded what would await us—mail and email.

Mail is easy. You put it in a stack, sort through it, pick out the junk, which is 98% of it, and throw away what you don’t need. Email? That’s another story. A lengthy stay away from one’s computer turns it into a time-eating monster. And unlike Godzilla or the crew from the Jurassic Park movies, there’s no killing this one off.

Yesterday, in the throes of jag lag, I took a deep breath and opened my emails. Laid end to end, they probably would stretch from my home to yours. I did three tours of duty in front of my screen. They took close to three hours, and I still had a few days more of them to go. Maddening than this waste of time was that more were piling up while I was clearing the old ones. An electronic deluge was drowning me. As I sat down to write this, I rechecked my account. Between 12:01 a.m. and now, I received close to 100 emails, and it was only 10:30 a.m.!

On an average day, I receive several hundred emails. Let’s make the math easy. One hundred emails multiplied by 10 days is 1,000 emails. Oh, my aching fingers. There are the “buy this” emails from every outlet in the world that sells something. There are the “if you take this product, you’ll live a long, wonderful life” emails. I guess those companies don’t know I’ve already done that. At 81, from an actuarial standpoint, there’s nothing I’m going to ingest, nothing that makes me sleep better, nothing that I’m going to wear that is going to add too much to my already wonderful life. There are the “don’t miss this event” emails—some for sports, some for movies, some for cable, some for TV, some for shows.

Let us not forget travel. The pile of travel brochures we received in 10 days is almost half-an-inch high. It weighs more than a pound. You’d think that would be enough, but no, then come the solicitations. Visit this island, that country, a faraway continent. Every mode of travel is covered—land, sea, and air. Every size is covered. The fastest train in the world, the biggest ship ever built, the smallest full-service luxury boat on the water. The airlines know better. They know you know that flying, unless first class, is a horrid experience, so they try to sell you a destination, a place to stay, a tour to take—all by email.

I am a political junkie. I support candidates and causes to the best of my ability. Enter the sale of lists and algorithms. Why would I support someone running for the state house in North Dakota? I wouldn’t, but that person’s campaign is gonna try me anyway. It is stunning how many people run for how many offices and how long their campaigns last. So,

I receive dozens of emails from candidates I’ve never heard of running for offices that’ve no direct impact on my life, except in the broader context of who controls the government of the land.

I believe in giving back. I support about a dozen charities, again to the best of my ability. Again, enter the sale of lists and algorithms. Many organizations want you to sign petitions for children, animals, women’s rights, political causes—you name it. I sign almost all of them. But they all also want money. The number of asks I get would challenge Bill Gates’ pocketbook. I have to be selective, but every time I give, I know I am seeding the computer for more emails asking for another cause.

Finally, well, actually, for this subject, there’s never a finally, we have the “watch out!” emails. The latest permutation of these phishing scams is the email that thanks you for your order and asks only that you open the invoice. Seems innocuous enough. Don’t do it. Some thank you for something, and want you to open the attachment to check that they are thanking you for the right thing. Paul Simon sang that there are 50 ways to leave your lover. There are at least 50 ways these crooks have to take your money. Just yesterday, I read that a former elected official in Broward County was

relieved of two million dollars, her entire retirement savings. You’d think someone in the public sphere would be sharper than that. Here’s a tip: look at the email address and what comes after the @ sign. You’ll see it is phony. Here’s another tip: if you don’t know the person, place or thing, don’t open it. If it’s legitimate, you can call them or open a new email and enter their email address. The computer is not your friend, and it harbors hundreds of evil people, maybe thousands, out to get you. I say bring back, stamps, envelopes, typewriters, stationery, and carbon paper.

As Walter Cronkite used to say, “And that’s the way it is …” Provided I still have fingers, I’ll be back to you next month with more cheerful content. Now I’ve got to clear the emails that have piled up while I was writing this.

Columnist and author Bill Gralnick was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. He recently finished a humorous memoir trilogy. The first book is “The War of the Itchy Balls and Other Tales from Brooklyn.” The second is “George Washington Didn’t Sleep Here.” The recently published third is, That’s Why They Call It Work.” He is currently working on a novel. His books are available on Amazon and his other writings at https://www.williamgralnickauthor.com. 

Community Association Meetings Monthly Schedule

(All meetings held via Zoom and in person.)

All meetings will be held electronically via Zoom and in person. The following is our regular schedule of monthly meetings, however, sometimes meetings are cancelled or schedules are revised due to holidays, etc. If you would like to attend, please call the BPCA office, (561) 395-7551, the day before the meeting to request the Zoom link be emailed to you.

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Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum To Debut “1925!”

Exhibit In Honor Of The City’s Centennial

July 2 – Dec. 20, 2025

By Hillary Reynolds

As Boca Raton marks its 100th anniversary, the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum is thrilled to present 1925! , a new exhibit that transports visitors back to the year of the city’s incorporation. Running from July 2 to December 20, 2025 , the exhibit will immerse guests in the culture, style, and innovations that defined this transformative era in both Florida and American history.

“The year 1925 was pivotal for Boca Raton, setting the stage for the city’s remarkable growth over the last century,” said Mary Csar, Executive Director of the Boca Raton Historical Society. “This exhibit offers a fascinating glimpse into what life was like at the time, showcasing how history, fashion, and innovation converged to shape our community.”

From rising hemlines and rebellious flappers to the Florida land boom that first put Boca Raton on the map, 1925! explores the everyday lives and pop culture trends that shaped the Roaring Twenties. Through a carefully curated collection of historic images and artifacts, visitors will discover:

• The bold fashions of the era, from beaded dresses to boater hats

• Elegant interior design trends that ushered in the modern age

• The evolution of automobiles and their impact on daily life

• The rise of modern conveniences, such as indoor plumbing and electricity

• The booming popularity of sports, including baseball and golf

• The Florida real estate frenzy, which sparked both prosperity and bust

• The iconic flapper lifestyle, which redefined social norms for women

The 1925! exhibit will be on display at the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum , located at Town Hall, 71 N. Federal Highway, from July 2 through December 20, 2025. For more information, call 561.395.6766 or visit www.BocaHistory.org.

About The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum:

The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum is the home of the Boca Raton Historical Society, whose mission is to collect, preserve, and present information and artifacts relevant to the past and evolving history of Boca Raton and to maintain a visible role in the education and the advocacy of historic preservation in the community. Now open to the public

Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the museum is in historic Town Hall at 71 N. Federal Highway (33432). For more information, please call 561.3956766 or visit www. BocaHistory.org 

Vehicle Information

If you have purchased a new vehicle within the past 6 months, please make sure the Boca Pointe Community Association management office has a copy of your current vehicle registration on file. Your gate transponder is linked to your vehicle so it is important that we have accurate information in our system. Please fax it to (561) 395-5936 or email it to admin@bocapointe.com.

Thank you for your cooperation!

BPCA Management team 

June 20

Meet Allan Kaplan – Volunteer Extraordinary

By Arthur Dermer, Resident

Allan Kaplan is one of many residents of Edgewater Estates at Boca Pointe who, like other volunteers, find that giving of his time and energy helping others is very rewarding. He is the founder and lead benefactor of the Mended Hearts program at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. Mended Hearts is a United States based organization which functions as a support group for individuals suffering from heart disease. It also serves as the nation’s premier, peer-supported program for caregivers and their families. It was founded in 1951 with its primary focus in helping individuals cope with emotional recovery from heart disease. Getting peer support helps people understand and manage emotions like anger, fear, and sadness. Improving emotional well-being is also shown to improve heart health too. Peer support helps patients to better connect to others and give a sense of security and belonging. These are important parts of improving overall health and living with heart disease. The

By Milagros Gutierrez de Herrera P.H.D.

Spring has arrived and with it the colors of nature, such as flowers, plants in general, the luxuriance of the trees, the chirping of birds, with their nests and songs, the return of others to their places of origin to enjoy the climate and the environment. Those of us who have the advantage of not having such aggressive climates may not see so much goodness from God and Mother Nature, because almost all year round we can plan activities without major changes or preparations.

In some cultures, spring is a reason for general cleaning because winter generates humidity among other things, although this is not the case in Florida, the state in which we live.

Therefore, it is a good time to organize, classify and save some seasonal products and objects and give prominence to others. Normally we accumulate belongings and things that, in many cases, sometimes remain in their original packaging without further use or use.

This annual review allows us to be honest about everyday reality and even gives us a perspective of actions that we can carry out or execute without major tools or products, which in the end are a heavy burden because at the end of the activity we must clean, organize and find a place for proper storage.

Bliss This activity is not only organizational, but also reflective because it leads us to analyze the actions that we carry out with the materials that we have or that in practice are carried out without so many accessories.

Today, due to the commercialization of products of all kinds, there is such a varied range that there are times when we do not know which is the most appropriate in every sense, taking into account use, utility and price. However, it happens that in some situations we obtain an equal or better result with homemade products, such as baking soda, vinegar, water, which are generally used, thereby taking care of the environment, the family economy, and even our pets.

Once our spaces are organized and properly hygienic, we can make decisions about specific areas, which can generate comfort or, on the contrary, we realize that they can be improved, renovated or we can even think about whether they really fulfill their specific function.

The best example of this are the garages of the houses. If we open any parking space in a house taken at random, we can see that almost 90 percent of it is not used for the proper protection of the family’s cars. Even when the family grows and additional cars are needed, we observe in the front of the houses the vehicles outside and the garages as storage areas for objects, which in some cases are neither used nor donated or sold and occupy a space that in some cases only allows a “small storage area” circulation.

This accumulating, buying, saving, is a wheel in which each and every one of us has been protagonists in one way or another given that the time factor leads us to not “see” how much space those objects that we do not use take up, or their use is very limited for various reasons.

Within the ancient science of FENG SHUI, as its main philosophy is to maintain order and harmony, in addition to the flow of energy within the environments, areas and places that make up homes, where the family lives, shares,

Allan Kaplan

organization partners with 460 hospitals and rehabilitation clinics. It has over 250 chapters and is supported by over 20,000 volunteers. Since its creation it has served millions by providing education and advocating to improve quality of life across the lifespan. A strong support network helps lessen stress and anxiety, supports making healthy lifestyle changes and makes people feel better physically as well as emotionally.

Allan was born in Trenton, New Jersey. His family later moved to Levittown, PA, where, in high school he met Eileen. They became sweethearts and have been together for over 60 years. They have four children, 11 grandchildren, 2 greatgrandchildren, and another on the way. Allan is a graduate of Temple University where he majored in Pharmacology.

He later received a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the University of Michigan. He held positions in the pharmaceutical industry with companies such as BristolMyers, Johnson and Johnson, and Schering-Plough. At the age of 54 he developed a serious heart problem requiring bypass surgery. While recovering in the hospital he was introduced to the Mended Hearts program by a 77-yearold woman who was also in recovery. That meeting led him to a lifetime of work with that organization. Allan and Eileen retired and moved to the Boca Grove community in 1998. They worked as volunteers at Boca Regional Hospital where they also donated the funds necessary to start the chapter of Mended Hearts.

In 2024 Allan and Eileen moved to Edgewater Estates. He sadly gave up his motorcycle at age 80 in exchange for “‘chair-volleyball,’ baking and the wonderful social life” there. Allan admits that volunteering is of major importance is his life. He “feels fortunate to have had a successful life and now wants to give something back to the community. When you give you get much more than you can ever imagine.” Edgewater is very proud to count Allan as one of its finest volunteers.

If you are interested in joining the many Boca Pointers who now volunteer at BRRH, please contact the Debbie-Rand volunteer office at (561) 955-4098. 

Welcome To The Fantastic World Of Feng Shui

grows, develops and evolves to higher stages. However, this science tries to help people, families, organizations and even pets, as members of the family group, feel comfortable in their spaces and promote emotions of happiness, peace, joy and therefore being at home is for family enjoyment, with friends and is also a refuge of peace and joy, both in difficult moments and in the most pleasant ones.

It is also important that there is collaboration between the group that shares the rooms because we all have the duty and right to maintain order and hygiene for proper use.

I can illustrate what I have expressed by giving an example of a conversation that I accidentally overheard in a waiting room of a doctor’s office, where a young woman

was commenting to her mother about the state of hygiene in the house of her friend and classmate, who she visited and was shocked by the disorder and poor hygiene that the place presented. The young woman who commented showed that there is a visual impact and then of various kinds when we visit a place and observe its conditions. This without going into depth in four to the energy of the place.

Until the next installment.!!!

Milagros

Author Milagros Gutierrez de Herrera, Feng Shui Specialist, is a resident of the Plum. Email: herreramilagros1983@gmail.com. 

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The “Easy Life” Just Down The Street: Boca Pointe Residents Thriving At Edgewater

By Lisa Sileo

When Alan and Claire Taylor made the move to Edgewater at Boca Pointe, an Acts Retirement-Life Community, two years ago, they didn’t have to go far— just an eighth of a mile from their former home in The Club at Boca Pointe. Yet that short distance marked the beginning of a much easier way of life.

“I’ll be honest,” Alan said. “My wife made the decision, which I fought. I was against it at first. We had a big house, and it was very expensive to upkeep.”

The couple explored other retirement communities and rentals, but none quite clicked. “The other places just didn’t feel right,” said Alan. “As soon as we walked in the door at Edgewater, everybody was saying hello to you. ‘Are you a new resident? Welcome.’ And I said, that’s a whole different feel.”

That genuine warmth made a lasting impression. “That was one of the motivating factors, aside from the fact that you had assisted living and memory care,” Alan said. “It just had a feel of community . And that’s the one word I think Edgewater stands for— community .”

The Taylors’ ties to Boca Pointe run deep. Alan served on the Boca Pointe Community Association and had visited Edgewater long before considering it for himself. “Many of our friends from Boca Pointe moved here before us,” he said. “You have a strong mixture of the Jewish faith as well as the Christianity. But what’s beautiful is the fact that everybody blends together.”

“Acts’ mission of Loving Kindness is more than a religious statement. It’s part of that community feeling which is perpetuated from the executive director right down to the dining room servers,” he said.

Now two years into their Edgewater at Boca Pointe chapter, the Taylors have no regrets selling their large home and moving in. “I don’t know where those two years went,” Alan said. “The doorbell rings once every three months, and I say, oh, you’re here to change our A/C filter. I don’t have to do it myself. Light bulb goes out, they replace it. It’s easy living.”

The Taylors still belong to The Club at Boca Pointe, where Alan enjoys using the fitness center and playing golf. When he chats with friends who are hesitant about leaving their homes, he gently shares his perspective. “People feel that when you move into a place like Edgewater, you’re giving up your life. But you’re gaining so much more. You’re living in a community. There are no more responsibilities that come from maintaining a home—everything is taken care of.”

Just as importantly, the Taylors were proactive. “We made a choice before our kids would have to make one for us. As good a health as I am in now, at some point I

might be unable to make that decision. We took this out of our children’s hands and they’re happy for that. This is the right place to be at this time of our lives, as opposed to waiting when we really needed it.”

Another great reason to make the move now is the vibrant social scene, and more opportunities to live your best life.

“The activity level here is just unbelievable,” Alan said. “There’s something going on every day. Every night. There are busses going out of here every day—tickets to theaters, to concerts, museum trips. We even use the transportation to the airport.”

For Alan and Claire Taylor, that small move from Boca Pointe to Edgewater has made a big difference. Schedule your personal tour of Edgewater at Boca Pointe and meet residents like the Taylors, call today: (561) 465-7011. 

Dear Boca Pointe Dog Owners:

We have had a few recent complaints from residents who have had uncomfortable encounters with dogs off leash around the property. We are reaching out to our residents to remind them of our rules concerning keeping dogs on leashes and cleaning pet litter. As a resident of Boca Pointe you must: Keep your dog on a leash. All dogs must be controlled on a leash by an able-bodied person, at all times, whenever the dog is on property. Also, you must clean up and properly dispose of pet waste when your pet relieves itself. Knowing and abiding by our community’s animalrelated ordinances will help make our neighborhood a better place for everyone. Thank you! 

The Pap Corps Champions For Cancer Research Donates

$3.4

Million To Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

Nonprofit Praised for Essential Work by Sylvester’s Deputy Director

The Pap Corps Champions for Cancer Research (www.thepapcorps.org) presented a $3.4 million check to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at their annual May Breakfast at Broken Sound Country Club. The event

How To Add Your Guests To The Gate

The Boca Pointe Community Association offers a few different methods to add guests to your visitors list, so please ensure that you add your guest BEFORE they arrive. If your guest is not on the list, they may be denied without a phone call being placed to get your approval. Phone calls are placed as a courtesy depending on how busy the guard is when they arrive.

To add a guest to your visitor list, you have several options:

• Website- www.gateaccess.net

• Cell phone app- Download ABDI/Gate Access from the app/play store

• Access Control- Call 561-395-3392 or leave a voicemail message at 561-395-3369

The advantage of using gateaccess.net or the app is the ability to:

• Add a guest for the day or permanently

• Remove a guest

• Send a pass with barcode

• Receive notification of guest arrival

If you have any questions regarding access methods, please call the Boca Pointe Community Association 561-395-7551. 

in Boca Raton brought together hundreds of enthusiastic Pap Corps volunteers, prominent sponsors, and Sylvester leaders, who celebrated the organization’s 73year commitment to funding vital research at South Florida’s only NCI-Designated Cancer Center.

Dr. Antonio Iavarone, Deputy Director of Sylvester, underscored the significance of the nonprofit, stating, “The tools at our disposal come from research … and The Pap Corps is our essential partner. We could not survive without you!”

The May breakfast marks the culmination of a year-long fundraising effort by The Pap Corps’ over 20,000 members across more than 50 South Florida chapters, bolstered by the generous support of individual and corporate sponsors dedicated to their critical mission.

The event also featured the recognition of top donors, the honoring of retiring chapter presidents, and the welcoming of new leadership.

“I am so proud of our amazing members,” declared Sally Berenzweig, CEO of The Pap Corps. “Their creative fundraising efforts throughout the year foster a unique bond, all driven by the desire to bring hope for a future to those diagnosed with cancer.”

“It is with such joy that we gather today to celebrate our members and the unique role our organization plays in advancing lifesaving cancer treatments,” said Susan Dinter, Pap Corps Chair of the Board. “While we look forward to a world without cancer, The Pap Corps remains steadfast in its support until that goal is achieved.”

Jane Guterman, Ronni Ratsprecher, Ann Rhodes, Gail Meddoff, Belinda Coon, Barbara Wickstein, Allan Wickstein

BECAUSE YOU JUST NEVER KNOW

You

YOUR BENEFITS TO BECOMING A PAP MEMBER:

Be a part of a community of cancer activists raising funds for researchers to fight all types of cancer.

Be a part of a connected community with over 20,000 members across South East Florida.

Direct access to Physician Referral Committee to expedite an appointment at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Direct access to Physician Referral Committee to expedite an appointment with Doctors from UHealth.

Participation in Mentor/Mentee Program with Sylvester.

Receive access to informative news regarding new cancer drug and research development by Sylvester.

Receive invitations to exclusive events from The Pap Corps.

Receive invitations to exclusive events from your assigned chapter.

Be part of the solution, “To imagine- and help create- A World Without Cancer”

Condo Safety And Structural Reforms: What’s Next For Florida Property Owners?

By Peter S. Sachs, Founding Partner, Sachs Sax Caplan P.L.

Following the devastating collapse of Champlain Towers South in 2021, Florida has undertaken the most sweeping condo safety reforms in the state’s history. These new regulations, while aimed at preventing another

Move Over LAW

(FS 316.126)

By Elyse Weintraub Brown, Community Education Specialist, Palm Beach County

Fire Rescue (561) 616-7051 or ewbrown@pbcgov.org

This message is brought to you by your friendly Firefighters from Palm Beach County Fire Rescue….

tragedy, have also placed significant financial burdens on condo associations and unit owners, raising concerns about affordability, property values, and legal exposure.

The key changes revolve around mandatory structural inspections and reserve funding requirements. Under the new laws, any condo building over 30 years old (or 25 years if near the coast) must undergo a milestone inspection conducted by licensed engineers. These inspections assess the structural integrity of a building, identifying potential safety hazards before they become catastrophic. Additionally, the state now requires structural integrity reserve studies, forcing associations to fully fund reserves for critical repairs—a stark departure from previous practices where boards could waive or underfund reserves to keep costs low.

While these measures undeniably enhance resident safety, they come with a hefty price tag. Many older condos are now facing massive special assessments to cover repair costs and reserve funding, leaving some unit owners unable to afford staying in their own homes. This has led to increased litigation as residents challenge assessments, question management decisions, and seek financial alternatives.

Furthermore, the new laws are accelerating a shift in the Florida condo market. Some buildings that cannot afford to comply are being sold to developers, particularly in high-demand coastal areas where land values are

skyrocketing. This is triggering a wave of condo terminations, where older buildings are demolished and replaced with new high-end developments—essentially displacing longtime residents who cannot afford to buy back in.

The state now faces a difficult balancing act: ensuring building safety while preventing financial devastation for condo owners. While lawmakers have provided some funding assistance, it is not nearly enough to cover the full scope of the required repairs statewide. Moving forward, policymakers must explore additional financial relief options, such as state-backed low-interest loans or grants for struggling condo associations, to prevent widespread displacement.

For Florida property owners, these reforms represent a new era of heightened accountability and cost management. Condo associations must now prioritize long-term financial planning, transparent communication, and expert legal guidance to navigate these changes. The future of Florida’s condo market depends on how well these reforms are implemented—and whether the state can balance safety with affordability in the years ahead.

Peter S. Sachs is a founding partner of Sachs Sax Caplan P.L. in Boca Raton, Florida. He is board certified in Condominium and Planned Development Law by the Florida Bar. Visit ssclawfirm.com. 

Every day firefighters and other emergency responders drive to emergencies. What’s more, oftentimes the emergency they are driving to is actually in the roadway. Although they are helping others and rendering aid, they are also at risk of being injured and killed on our roadways by motorists. Help protect them…because if they can’t help you in your time of need…who will?

Learn the Move Over LAW (FS 316.126)

Are you unsure about what you are supposed to do when you are driving on a local roadway, and you see DRIVING BEHIND YOU a fire truck or other emergency vehicle with lights flashing and sirens wailing on the way to an emergency? The Answer is …you must yield the right of way. When it is safe to do so, move over as close as reasonable to the closest edge of the curb of the roadway, clear of any intersection and then stop. When this happens on highways and interstates, rather than stop, slow down and then safely move over so that the emergency vehicle can pass.

Are you unsure about what you are supposed to do when you are driving on a roadway with multiple lanes, and you see a fire truck or rescue truck working an emergency ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD? The Answer is ….When it is safe to do, merge away from a vehicle working on the side of the roadway to provide an empty travel lane for the emergency worker. If you are not able to safely move over, you must slow down to a speed of 20 MPH below the posted speed limit unless directed otherwise by a law enforcement officer.

On a two-lane roadway…Where there is NO lane of travel in the same direction to merge over to, you are REQUIRED to slow down to a speed that is 20 miles per hour less than the posted speed limit. If the speed limit is 20 miles per hour or less, you must slow down to five miles per hour.

In the State of Florida, drivers must also move over for sanitation vehicles and utility service vehicles performing tasks related to their services, and wreckers displaying amber rotating or flashing lights performing a recovery or loading on the roadside.

Violating the Move Over Law can result in a fine and points on your license; and worse, because it puts rescuers, civilians, and other motorists at risk of serious injury and even death. For everyone’s safety, share the Move Over Law with others. Help us…help You! 

Making Lemonade Out Of Lemons

– And Knowing When To Sip The Lemonade

By Carolina Rosenthal, CPA & Principal

Using Market Volatility to Harvest Losses and Take Gains on Highly Appreciated Securities

One of the most valuable yet sometimes overlooked investment strategies is tax loss harvesting in taxable accounts. Another prudent approach is trimming highly appreciated and over-weighted positions. Given the market volatility this year, investors may have had opportunities to harvest losses, while also considering reducing large gains in certain stocks following two great years in the stock market. The Importance of Tax Loss Harvesting Tax loss harvesting is particularly beneficial in nonqualified accounts because it allows you to offset gains

either in the current year or in the future. By reducing your tax burden, you retain more capital to stay invested and compound returns over time. When applied strategically each year, this approach can have a powerful impact on long-term wealth accumulation.

For long-term investors who have held portfolios for many years, opportunities for tax loss harvesting may be limited—especially if they are no longer making new contributions or if turnover in their accounts is kept intentionally low. This is often the case for elderly or ill clients with significant unrealized capital gains, where a step-up in basis for beneficiaries is expected.

A common question we receive is: Why take a loss now—shouldn’t we wait to see if the security rebounds? The answer is that selling a security at a loss does not mean exiting the market altogether. We typically reinvest proceeds into a similar investment, preserving the opportunity for appreciation while capturing a tax benefit. Additionally, after 31 days, we have the option to repurchase the original security while still retaining the realized tax loss.

Open Call For Viewpointe Contributing Writers!

We are looking for volunteers, whether experienced or hobbyist, interested in writing an article or a column for the Viewpointe. You may be interested in writing just once, occasionally or on a regular basis. It’s a great way to sharpen your skills or develop your talent while enlightening your community. Some themes we would like to include in the Viewpoint are as follows:

• Village Spotlight - write about your community. A different village can be featured each month.

• My Story - featuring a member of the community with a unique or interesting story.

• Student Life - High school students writing about school or a topic that interests them. Student writers will be eligible to earn community service hours.

• Global Cuisine or Gourmet Recipes - share a special, gourmet recipe or a recipe from our international community.

• Share an idea you may have for a new column or article.

Show your interest in joining the writing team by contacting Lisa Cammaleri at asstmgr@bocapointe.com. 

Trimming Highly Appreciated Stocks: Managing Risk and Taxes

Another frequent concern is about selling stocks that have experienced tremendous growth. Why not let them continue to climb? The answer is twofold:

1. There is no guarantee they will continue rising.

2. As a stock’s value increases, it may become an outsized portion of your portfolio, exposing you to undue risk.

3. As a stock’s price increases, it may become expensive relative to its company’s earnings and become vulnerable to falling in price.

While selling appreciated stocks may generate capital gains taxes, the risk reduction typically outweighs the tax cost. Additionally, if there are harvested losses elsewhere, they can help offset the taxable gains, though this is not always guaranteed.

The Bottom Line

Every decision is rooted in sound financial principles that have been evaluated over time and proven to be prudent. By strategically harvesting losses and trimming gains, we help optimize after-tax returns, manage risk, and position portfolios for long-term success.

Author Carolina Rosenthal is a resident of Boca Pointe. Email: crosenthal@withum.com 

Watch Your Speed!

Speeding fines are being enforced! Fine schedule: 6-20 mph over the limit $50 and more than 21 mph over the limit $100. Please obey the posted speed limit signs and drive safely! 

Magen David Adom – Help Us Convert Your MICU For Mass Casualty Response

By Yishai Mizrahi and Leslie Viselman

Dear Friends,

Thank you.

The Boca Pointe community’s continued support of Magen David Adom has already saved thousands of lives, and today, we’re proud to share an incredible opportunity to do even more—together.

This month, Leslie and I are honored to offer you an exclusive opportunity to update and extend the impact of your 2018 Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU ) gift.

As many of you know, your community has played a vital role in supporting Magen David Adom—Israel’s national ambulance and emergency services—thanks in large part to the incomparable Burt Goodman, z”l. His unwavering commitment to saving lives and the partnerships he built with so many of you have left an extraordinary legacy. Because of that generosity, lives continue to be saved every day.

One of the MICUs sponsored by your community in 2018 has now reached the end of its standard service life. Rather than retiring this vehicle, our MDA colleagues in Israel, have identified it as a candidate for conversion into a Mobile Mass Casualty Station (MMCS) —a vital new tool in Israel’s emergency response network.

What is an MMCS?

MMCS vehicles represent a significant advancement in Magen David Adom’s ability to manage large-scale emergencies. Each one is equipped to treat up to 50 casualties at once, including 10 critically injured individuals.

The upgraded vehicle will include:

• Advanced lighting, towing equipment, and generators

• Collapsible shelters for emergency field operations

• Ambulance kits, stretchers, oxygen tanks, and protective gear

• Specialized cabinetry for storing essential supplies Currently, MDA’s mass-casualty response depends on outdated vehicles. This innovative conversion allows us to give new purpose to an already life-saving MICU— helping MDA respond faster and more effectively when disaster strikes.

Your Opportunity to Help

Every successful campaign starts with visionary supporters. To kick off this initiative, we are inviting a few lead gifts from within the Boca Pointe community to honor your legacy and inspire others to join.

Attention

Owners

The total cost of converting this MICU into an MMCS is $60,000 , and this gift can be comprised of multiple contributions from within the Boca Pointe community—no single gift is too small.

If you’d like to be part of this meaningful opportunity, we encourage you to contact us directly to discuss how you can help. Time is of the essence—Magen David Adom urgently needs to convert 11 MICUs in the near term to meet Israel’s emergency preparedness needs. This opportunity is being offered first to the original donors of the eligible vehicles before opening it more broadly. As a donor, you will be part of this meaningful effort, and the collective name of the Boca Pointe community will appear on the driver’s side rear panel of the MMCS—continuing the powerful legacy of lifesaving support—and be permanently honored in the

Founders Hall at the Marcus National Blood Services Center in Ramle, Israel.

This 2018 MICU has already helped save over 17,000 lives (see the activity report below). Let’s give it a second life, and continue the legacy that Burt Goodman inspired. To learn more, get involved, or even plan a visit to see our work in Israel firsthand, please reach out to either of us: Yishai Mizrahi & Leslie Viselman

Co-Area Directors, AFMDA Southeast Region 561.288.5658

Boca-Delray@afmda.org

Thank you for your continued partnership. Your commitment truly saves lives—every single day. Am Yisrael Chai, Leslie & Yishai 

Photo of an already converted MMCS

Report from the 2018 Boca Pointe MICU

Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office

Dear Taxpayer:

The summer months are a busy time for my office.

Before June 1 , my office submits the estimated taxable property values for 2025 to cities and other authorities who levy taxes because they need these numbers to begin developing their budgets. The taxing authorities review the property values in their jurisdictions and decide on a proposed tax rate.

On July 1 , my office submits a preliminary tax roll to Florida’s Department of Revenue (DOR), the agency that oversees the operations of all property appraisers in the state. The DOR performs a rigorous review and evaluates the tax roll for accuracy.

On August 21 , my office will mail the Truth in Millage, or TRIM Notice, to all property owners. This notice of proposed taxes details the assessed and taxable values of your property, as well as the tax rates submitted by taxing authorities.

As always, I welcome your comments and questions regarding your property value and exemption amounts. Florida law requires my office to value property based on the status of the market as of January 1. Our highlytrained appraisal experts use state-of-the-art technology to continuously process property data from local and industry sources and from field inspections.

Now is a good time to check the mailing address associated with your property at pbcpao.gov. Simply search your property and confirm that your mailing address is correct. If it needs an update, just visit our E Address Change Form.

In this month’s newsletter, a reminder that hurricane season is upon us and a reminder to those residents who

have not yet applied for a homestead exemption on their permanent residence in Palm Beach County. Enjoy reading and stay safe.

Respectfully, Dorothy Jacks, CFA, FIAAO, AAS, Palm Beach County Property Appraiser

Hurricane Season Begins

June kicks off hurricane season, which runs through Nov. 30. There are provisions in Florida law that pertain to your property tax assessment if your home suffers catastrophic damage by a hurricane.

If your home suffers hurricane damage, our office will work with you through the assessment process. We review insurance claims, photographs, repair estimates and invoices, and any other documentation that would detail damage. For more information, visit our website or contact (561) 355-3230 or PAHurricaneDamage@ pbcpao.gov.

As you plan for the season ahead, Palm Beach County Emergency Management offers essential tips on hurricane preparedness in their Hurricane Planning Guide (PDF).

E-Filing For Homestead Exemption And Portability

A homestead exemption can reduce the assessed value of your property, thereby reducing the amount of property tax you pay. In addition, a homestead exemption limits any increase to your assessed value to a maximum of 3 percent each year or the amount of the change in the Consumer Price Index, whichever is lower. Portability transfers all or a significant portion of your cap savings, up to $500,000, from a home with a homestead exemption to a new home within the state of Florida that qualifies for a homestead exemption. With our homestead exemption e-file, you can e-file the same day you close on a new home, even without the deed. You can even e-file for portability if moving within the state of Florida. Our Exemption Services Department administers all exemptions and portability applications and is available to answer your questions. Contact them at myexemption@ pbcpao.gov or (561) 355-2866.

Office Closed In Honor Of Juneteenth

The Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office (including all of our Service Centers) will be closed in honor of Juneteenth on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Juneteenth National Independence Day commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. 

Tax Talk

Dear friends:

I am sure you have all heard about AI – Artificial Intelligence, so this month, I thought I would give it a try. Plugging in a few keywords, here is what AI wrote for me for this month’s Tax Talk . What do you think?

Welcome to the June edition of Tax Talk ! With hurricane season kicking off June 1, I want to make sure you are ready. This month, I am sharing helpful information about what to do if your property suffers catastrophic damage – and don’t forget to check out our handy wallet-size hurricane guide, designed to keep key information at your fingertips when you need it most.

My team also had a great time at the Black Gold Jubilee, where we enjoyed meeting many residents celebrating that wonderful local tradition.

As always, my team and I are here to help – stay safe and stay connected! And a special Happy Father’s Day to all of our fathers!

Anne M. Gannon, Constitutional Tax Collector, Serving Palm Beach County

Hurricane Season Is Here

Hurricane season starts June 1, and my office is committed to helping you and your family plan and prepare for any storms that affect Palm Beach County. Our Hurricane Guide is a good place to start.

This pocket-sized guide includes a timeline for preparing for hurricane season, an itemized list for family disaster supply kits, important telephone numbers, and a space to record your important information, so you can find it quickly. The comprehensive guide also includes detailed information about storms, including the difference between a hurricane watch and a hurricane warning. This is a must-have during hurricane season, which runs through Nov. 30.

Visit our website at www.pbctax.gov/hurricane to request your copy today!

Black Gold Jubilee

Each spring, the town of Belle Glade celebrates the end of the harvest season with its annual Black Gold Jubilee. Named for the area’s rich soil, this annual festival celebrates Belle Glade’s unique agricultural heritage.

Each year, we are honored to take part in this familyfocused festival to meet our western Palm Beach County clients. A big thank you to our TCO staff for volunteering their time to be on hand to answer questions about our services and hand out important information.

Florida Homeowner’s Guide

Hurricane season is fast approaching, and it is best to plan ahead and be prepared to protect loved ones and property; however, there are some events that we are not able to prepare for like accidental fires, water damage or even structural damage. We do get questions about scenarios where homes are impacted by catastrophic events (weather related or non-weather related) and the impact they have on property taxes. I want to share some common questions and answers on this topic with you.

My residence was recently destroyed or damaged. Do I have to pay property taxes?

If the residence is uninhabitable for 30 days or longer due to a catastrophic event, you may be eligible for a refund.

My residence was recently destroyed or damaged. Will my property taxes go down?

Property taxes will typically not decrease for the tax year in which the catastrophic event occurred but could decrease for the next tax year.

How do I report destruction or damage to my residence?

Contact the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s office at (561) 355-2866 as soon as possible. Reporting damage is important for future valuation and assessment. I have been displaced. How will I receive my property tax notice?

You can view and pay your tax bill online by visiting www.pbctax.gov. You can also update your mailing address by contacting the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s office at (561) 355-2866.

For more information about catastrophic damage to your property, visit www.floridarevenue.com. 

While the Black Gold Jubilee marks the end of our festival season, be sure to look for members of our Community Engagement team at your local HOA meetings and expos!

Boca Helping Hands 2025 Monopoly® & Casino Night Was The Cat’s Meow

Boca Helping Hands (BHH) supporters rolled the dice and danced the Charleston at the sold-out 2025 Monopoly® & Casino Night on April 26 at The Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club in Boca Raton. With a Roaring ’20s theme that dazzled from start to finish, guests enjoyed an unforgettable evening of music, auctions, casino games, cocktails, dinner, and the crowning of this year’s Monopoly champion, Mike Wohl.

Flapper dresses, feathered headbands, and pinstripe suits added flair to an evening that transported attendees back to the Jazz Age. The ballroom was transformed with Gatsby-inspired glamour and Monopoly-themed décor— including a speakeasy-style casino and vintage board game touches that made for a visually stunning experience.

The event’s roaring success was thanks to an enthusiastic planning committee led by cochairs Yvette

and Chris Palermo and Jessica and Alex Price. Committee members included Kathy Adkins, Ronnie Bidder, Yolanda Brennan, Andrea Chang, Robin Deyo, Justin Ely, Binky Fash, Christie GaleanoDeMott, Nikki Gentile, Al Goldberg, Jonie Goldberg, Phoebe Kolesar, Mark Malis, Michelle Martin, Wendy Sadusky, Joanna Thomson, Bob Tucker, Trisha Vaca, and Yasmine Zyne-Coleman.

Boca Helping Hands Board President Gary Peters, a two-time National Monopoly Champion, served as the Monopoly tournament mediator and shared his passion for the event’s creative theme. “Combining the timeless excitement of

Monopoly with the energy of the Roaring ’20s made for a truly unforgettable evening. Most importantly, every roll of the dice helps support neighbors in need through Boca Helping Hands,” Peters said.

Proceeds from the event will help BHH serve over 35,000 people in the South Florida community through its programs, including hunger relief, job training, healthcare, emergency financial assistance, childcare, and weekend meals for Palm Beach County schoolchildren. It was truly a Gatsby-worthy night of glitz, glamour, and giving back. 

Binky Fash, Andrea Chang, Yoli Bennan, Jessica Price, Alex Price, Chris Palermo, Yvette Palermo, Wendy Sadusky, Andrea Virgin, Trisha Vaca

Chris and Yvette Palermo and Jessica and Alex Price

Jessica Price, Robin Deyo

John and Kaitlyn Hahn

Experience Summer Bliss At The Club At Boca Pointe

Make this summer unforgettable at The Club at Boca Pointe! Unwind by the climate-controlled pool or crush your fitness goals in our state-of-the-art 28,000-square-foot Sports and Fitness Club. From golf and tennis to lively pickleball matches and exceptional dining and social events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Sip, Splash, Swing, or Serve—Make the Most of Summer with a Club Membership!

Enjoy exclusive access to our pool, golf course, tennis courts, dining, and more with a Summer Membership!

Introductory Rates Starting at $2,200** Limited time offering, terms and conditions apply.

Phone: 561.864.8537

Email: arobertson@heritagegolfgroup.com

Website: bocapointecc.com

Clowns On Call

By Harriet Rubin, aka Florabelle the Clown

Summer is upon us and it is hot! Last month’s article was missing the events we did in April, so I have included it this month. I hope you all enjoyed learning about Candy Bar and next month another clown will write their own story.

Our three events in late March and April went very well. Unfortunately we only had four of us for the huge YMCA event, but Juggles, Candy Bar, Twinkle Toes and Florabelle did our best and though we were really exhausted at the end of almost three straight hours on a very windy day, we made a lot of kids very happy, and “That’s What It’s All About.” It was so windy that Juggles was really unable to juggle much, and he couldn’t use his Spinning Plates, which the kids love. Even his giant bubbles didn’t work well! So we had him making balloons and as it turned out, we really needed another pair of hands! The Easter Egg Hunt at the Country Club was very well attended.

We had four kids from last year’s summer camp who were able to remember our balloon training and actually came and helped us. What a great feeling that was to see 8- and 9-year-olds making dogs and hats by themselves! Hopefully we will do some classes again this summer and put on a clown show with the kids taking part and demonstrating what they have learned!

Good news – We have a new addition to the Clown Troupe – Her clown name is “Giggles,” aka Barbara Scolnick and she is a new club member. She was at the Easter Egg Hunt and enjoyed her first time appearing as a clown. We are all hoping she will continue to stay involved in this very fulfilling activity. Please spread the word that we are looking for interested adults to join us!

The beginning of May was quiet in our clown world, but we are very busy this week. On May 20, Candy Bar put on a great magic show at the Veranda Club where Cutie Pie currently resides. We had a full house, and according to the activity director “more residents from

Kids’ Activities

Kids’ Summer Bash

Saturday, June 28, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Get ready for some summer fun at the upcoming Kids’ Summer Bash at Boca Pointe! Enjoy exciting games, a hands-on petting zoo, live music, and plenty of fun for the whole family. It’s the perfect way to kick off the season with friends and neighbors. This event is open to the Boca Pointe Community—don’t miss out! To register, contact Ashley Rozo at arozo@heritagegolfgroup.com.

Kids’ Summer Camp

Looking ahead to summer, The Club at Boca Pointe offers an action-packed day camp sure to captivate young minds. Activities range from tennis and golf to pool time, fitness fun, engaging arts and crafts, and the eagerly anticipated “Fun Fridays.” For more information, visit Boca Pointe’s Youth Programs or contact Ashley Rozo at arozo@heritagegolfgroup.com.

• Camp Dates: June 2 to Aug. 8, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Heading North?

Reserve your spot in the sun and prepare to enjoy an unparalleled experience at The Club at Boca Pointe. By enrolling in our Deferred Dues Program , you will secure the current Initiation Fee rate for your preferred new membership classification, guaranteeing your access to our vibrant and thriving community for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. This exclusive opportunity ensures you will be part of a club that values connection, wellness, and enjoyment while offering flexibility with deferred access starting no later than December 1, 2025. Spots are limited, and this special offer will not last long, making now the perfect time to take advantage of this exciting new membership opportunity. Do not miss the chance to secure your place and begin looking forward to a season filled with exceptional amenities, social events, and the camaraderie that makes The Club at Boca Pointe truly unique. Secure your new Seasonal Membership today, and let us welcome you to a lifestyle you’ll love! Limited time offering, terms and conditions apply.

Phone: 561.864.8537

Email: arobertson@heritagegolfgroup.com Website: bocapointecc.com 

the Independent and Assisted Living attended than at any other activity this year!” Candy Bar, assisted by Cutie Pie, was terrific! I was so proud of her exciting magic tricks, her delivery, humor and overall wonderful performance. The residents loved the show and have asked us outcome back for our “Wiggles and Giggles” performance in the fall.

Tomorrow, Candy Bar and I are entertaining the 60 pre-school classes at the YMCA with a “Red Nose Reader” program again. The 4- to 5-year-olds, who are graduating have known me for two years and I’m really looking forward to this final session. Candy Bar will do a 15-minute magic show, which I know they will all love and I’m reading my favorite story, “Do- Whacky-Do” which the kids adore! It should be a great morning.

In June our entire troupe will be teaching Clowning Skills at the Country Club Summer Camp. Last summer we were so impressed with the interest and accomplishments these young children achieved. The oldest was 10 and considering none of them had ever juggled, played a kazoo, done magic, applied make-up, or twisted balloons before, let alone performed in an actual clown show doing real skits before an audience of their families it was remarkable! I am positive this is the only camp in South Florida to offer clown training, so if any of you are interested in attending, please contact Ashley Rozo at the club. Non-club members and non-residents are welcome.

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Florabelle and Candy Bar and the graduating pre-school class

PBCFR Yellow Dot Program

Have you ever wondered, what would happen if you got into a car crash and you were unconscious? Have you thought to yourself… how would anyone know what my medical history is; or how would they know about the medications I am taking; or the medicines I’m allergic to; or better yet, how would they know what hospital that I want to go to…? Who would call my family and let them know I’ve been hurt? How would they even know how to get in touch with my family?

The good news is that you don’t have to wonder or worry about that anymore. Palm Beach County Fire Rescue supports a new Program called the Yellow Dot. The Yellow Dot gets important information into the hands of emergency responders quickly and it can save your life!

If you are involved in a car accident and can’t communicate, first responders can look in your glove compartment box for the “Yellow Dot” pamphlet where you have written essential medical information about yourself.

Attention

Boca Pointe Residents!

Flatten All Your Boxes!

Our recycling trucks do not pick up your cardboard boxes if they are not flattened. Instead, they go to trash and are burned with regular refuse.... lost revenue for residents of Boca Pointe. 

On behalf of The Club at Boca Pointe we would like to remind our residents that NO walking, running, bicycle riding or dog walking is permitted on the golf course or golf cart paths. For safety reasons, the paths are for golf carts only.

Thank you for cooperating with The Club's policy. 

This information can help rescue crews decide the best approach to your emergency treatment. This is especially important after a car accident where you may be unconscious, in shock, or simply unable to communicate clearly.

When you can’t talk to Emergency Responders to provide them with vital medical information, the Yellow Dot is your tool to provide personalized information on your behalf!

This is how it works…just follow three steps.

1- Fill out the form on the Yellow Dot pamphlet.

2- Put the Yellow Dot pamphlet form in your glove compartment box.

3- Place the sticker on the back/rear windshield in the lower left hand corner so emergency responders can see it quickly and easily when approaching from behind.

*Important Tips*

* Keep the Yellow Dot pamphlet updated as information changes.

I am hoping to do some other gigs over the summer. I have contacted the Glades Public Library about our Red Nose Reader program and they seemed interested.

** How many do you need??? (i.e. One Yellow Dot sticker per vehicle & One Yellow Dot pamphlet for each person.) You can stop in to any Palm Beach County Fire Station to pick up Yellow Dot pamphlets and stickers for your household. For quantities more than that, please call our Community Education Office at 561-616-7033.

If your club or organization would like a presentation about the Yellow Dot, to learn more about additional resources available, and to have an opportunity to ask questions, please call 561-616-7051. Yellow Dot Sticker/Pamphlet sets will be brought to the presentation for audience attendees. Quantities can be discussed when presentations are booked. Making Your Safety My Priority, Elyse Weintraub Brown, Community Education Specialist, South County, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue 561-616-7051

ewbrown@pbcgov.org 

This is such great opportunity for a new clown to get involved in clowning, so again, I am asking if anyone out there would like more information, please call me at (561) 362-6695.

That’s all for today. Don’t forget to wave if you see a clown on campus! 

What’s Better: Life Estate Deed Or Revocable Trust

By Martin Zevin, Attorney

There are several ways to avoid probate on your home when you die. If you are single, there will be probate when you die unless you choose one of the following options. If you are married and own your home together, your surviving spouse will not have probate; however, there will be probate when the second of you passes away, unless one of these options is done.

Let us assume that you own your home jointly with your spouse and that you have one child. Both of you desire to have your child inherit your home when you both pass away.

The first option would be to add the name of your child to the Deed as a joint tenant with right of survivorship. This is not a good idea. It would affect your ability to claim your full homestead exemption. In addition, you lose control of your property and can only sell it if your child agrees and signs all closing documents. If you wanted to take the child off the Deed, you would be unable to do so. If your child files for bankruptcy, has an adverse judgment or files for divorce, your property could be subject to liens or other legal action. Therefore, I recommend against a Deed with your child as a joint tenant with right of survivorship.

The second option is a Life Estate Deed. There are two types of Life Estate Deed: regular and Enhanced (also referred to as Lady Bird). The regular Life Estate Deed requires that your child join in any sale or other changes on the Deed; therefore, you have lost control and cannot take your child’s name off the Deed if you choose to do so. The Enhanced Life Estate Deed gives you the sole right to sell the property during your lifetime or make any other changes to the Deed without the permission of your child.

The Enhanced Life Estate Deed has very specific legal language in order to be effective; therefore, do not attempt to do this on your own.

Even with the Enhanced Life Estate Deed, there are risks, particularly if your child has a bankruptcy, outstanding judgment or undergoes divorce. The worst risk, however, is if, God forbid, your child dies before you or with you in a common accident. Your child’s estate would then become the owner of the property once you died, which would result in probate being required. Thus, the main purpose of the Life Estate Deed is not accomplished.

The best way to avoid probate on your home is to do a Revocable Living Trust. When you sign the Revocable Living Trust Agreement, you also sign a Deed transferring the property to you as Trustee of your Trust. You are able to keep your homestead exemption, maintain complete control of the property during your lifetime and make amendments to your Trust without changing the Deed. There are no risks involved, since your child’s name does not appear on the Deed. The only disadvantage of the Revocable Living Trust is that it will cost more in attorney’s fees. When you discuss the options with your attorney, you should discuss the difference in fees between the Revocable Living Trust and the Enhanced Life Estate Deed. You can then determine whether it is worth saving the money and taking the risks involved in the Enhanced Life Estate Deed.

Please feel free to call me for a free phone or personal consultation regarding any issues pertaining to Wills, Trusts, Deeds, Probate, Power of Attorney or Health Care Surrogate. I am also available for a free consultation regarding personal injury claims or to explain car insurance coverage. Call me at 954-5694878. My address is 3275 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Suite 204, Deerfield Beach, Florida 33442 My web site is www.martinzevinpa.com and my e-mail address is martinzevin@netzero.com.

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Cutie Pie and Candy Bar at the Veranda Club

Candy Bar performing “Disappearing Water” at the YMCA pre-school.

Residents Are Registered on www.bocapointe.com. Are You?

If you have never registered on the Community Association web site, call Access Control for our “Community Code,” then go to www.bocapointe.com. Click on the “Not registered yet?” link right under the log in box.

If you think you are registered, but just can’t remember your User Name and Password, click on the “Forgot your password?” link and it will be mailed to the email address you used when you registered. Want to update your email address or add your mobile number to receive text messages? Go to the

web site Residents Only page and click on the “User Profile” link.

Once you are a registered user, to log onto the web site, you simply go to www.bocapointe.com and you will find the User name and Password boxes in the top right hand corner. Fill in your information, then click on the small blue forward arrow. The log in is “case sensitive.”

If you are a smartphone user, we now have a mobile version of the web site for your use that even includes a Comment Form. Let us know what you think and give us your suggestions for improvements. 

TRANSPONDER FEES

The old style transponders that you use to gain entry through the gates work off of batteries. The batteries are built into the device and cannot be replaced. At the end of their life, the entire device must be replaced. Most of our devices have been in use for over five years now and are beginning to fail. If your device is no longer working properly, it may be time for you to purchase a new one. Replacement devices are sold at the discounted price of $75. Driver’s license and vehicle registration required. We are now using windshield devices. 

$100.00 - New transponder

$75.00 - Replacement transponder

**Homeowners, tenants and club members will be issued a transponder to the village they reside in and into the Boca Pointe Club if they are a member**

ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF PAYMENT CHECK or MONEY

Fuller Center’s ‘Think Outside The Blocks’ Corporate Breakfast Builds Community Support, One Brick At A Time

Creative Collaboration, Community Impact And Heartfelt Stories Take Center Stage At Sold-Out Event

Fuller Center hosted a sold-out crowd of corporate leaders, sponsors, and community changemakers at its Think Outside the Blocks Corporate Breakfast—an innovative and energizing event held at the Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC) that celebrated creativity, collaboration, and community impact.

“The success of Fuller Center and our life-changing mission of ensuring all children reach their full potential depends on community support. That support was in full bloom as community and business leaders came together to learn more about how Fuller Center supports hardworking families while having fun and showing off

their LEGO engineering skills and creativity,” said Fuller Center CEO Eric Roby. “We are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support during a time that many families need our programs more than ever.”

Fuller Center CEO Eric Roby opened the event with a heartfelt welcome, thanking attendees for their support and highlighting the organization’s comprehensive educational and family programs. He then introduced special guest speaker and Fuller Center alumna Diana Capobianco, now a senior manager and industrial engineer at American Express. Diana shared her family’s powerful story of how the Fuller Center provided the foundation for her future success, empowering her from a young age to pursue educational excellence.

“Fuller Center not only gave my mom and dad the freedom, encouragement and financial relief to both work and save money but also granted them the security of knowing that their children would be fed, educated and cared for while we were provided experiences we otherwise could have never been able to have,” said Capobianco.

Guests then participated in a lively and imaginative LEGO race car challenge, building cars at their tables and testing their designs on a custom-built racing ramp generously provided by FastSigns. Awards were handed out for Fastest Car – Hollywood Ladies of the Lakes, Most Creative Design – American Healthcare Institute, and Best Teamwork – ADT—with winners selected by none other than Fuller Academy students, who proudly served as judges and greeters.

CPG Cares and The Geo Group Foundation were honored as LEGO Sponsors, helping bring the interactive challenge to life. Publix Super Market Charities was recognized as the event’s Breakfast Sponsor. American Healthcare Institute, ADT, Comerica, and The Boca Raton served as Table Sponsors, while Advanced Pediatrics of Boca and the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation were recognized as Supporting Sponsors for their generous contributions. We were honored to recognize

Bank of America as our Neighborhood Builders partner. The event concluded with an inspiring keynote by Joe Scondotto, mentor and vice president of External Affairs at Comerica Bank, who emphasized the transformative power of mentorship and volunteerism. Joe urged attendees to “step in and show up” for youth in their communities, sharing personal reflections on how small acts of service can create generational impact.

For more information on how to get involved, visit www.fullercenterfl.org 

Cohen is Here to Help!

Joe Scondotto, vice president of External Affairs for Comerica – closing remarks

Fuller Academy students: Yairen Abreu, American Healthcare Institute – winner, Most Creative Car; and Eric Roby, CEO, Fuller Center

Legacy Of Impact Honors Holocaust Survivors, Educators

And Students In Powerful Community Celebration

inSIGHT Through Education recently hosted Legacy of Impact, a powerful celebration honoring Holocaust Survivors, dedicated educators, and the next generation of student leaders. The event recognized over 100 students from 12 Palm Beach County schools as inaugural Goldsmith Student Scholars of the Holocaust. The celebration united past, present, and future voices in a shared commitment to remembrance, truth, and standing against hate.

As a Jewish Foundation for the Righteous (JFR) Center of Excellence, inSIGHT facilitated this partnership to pilot “How Was It Possible? A Holocaust Curriculum For and By Teachers™” online curriculum—an innovative, teacher-driven program. With nearly 500 students completing this prestigious program, the district continues to set the standard for Holocaust education nationwide.

The event was attended by local Holocaust Survivors, students, their families, JFR Executive Vice President Stanlee Stahl, educators, district administrators, and inSIGHT board members. Guests were seated side by side—students with Survivors and teachers—sharing stories and forging intergenerational connections. A solemn candle-lighting ceremony marked Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Special honors were presented to Julie Gates, recipient of the Naftaly Award for Excellence in Holocaust Education, and Randi Posner, recipient of the Salton Spirit of Service Award. Chaired by Betsy Joseph and Carole Newman, Legacy of Impact celebrated the power of memory and education to inspire empathy, critical thinking, and action against hate. “inSIGHT’s vision is to reach every student, every year,” said Kelly Warsaw, inSIGHT president and CEO, “with lessons that open hearts, challenge minds, and strengthen our community.”

Paragon Theaters Brings Moviegoing Back To Deerfield Beach

After nearly ten years, Paragon Theaters has returned to The Shoppes at Deerfield and it is better than ever! Paragon Theaters Deerfield IMAX (3984 West Hillsboro Boulevard, Deerfield Beach, FL, 33442) is THE place to see this summer’s blockbuster movies, including Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning , How To Train Your Dragon , F1 , Jurassic World Rebirth and many more!

Paragon’s newest location has undergone a complete transformation and now features:

• 8 state-of-the art auditoriums with laser projectors and Dolby audio.

• Lux Box Dine-In Service in all auditoriums –featuring love seat recliners with QR codes on tray tables allowing for ordering food and beverage before and during the movie. Enhancing the experience, is the fact that each loveseat has privacy walls for the ultimate moviegoing experience.

• A 120-seat IMAX—the only IMAX in the area— with Laser Projection and IMAX’s signature sound quality.

• An Axis15 Extreme large format screen auditorium, featuring 4K Laser Projection, tilted screen and Dolby Atmos immersive sound.

• The Director’s Room for intimate, private screenings and curated programming, which can be rented for events such as sports game watches, birthdays and corporate events. It features comfortable rockers with full dine-in service at every seat.

• A full lobby bar and home to MyPi Pizzas –handmade, fresh-to-order personal pizzas served to your seats. The from scratch dough and original recipes make these pizzas a favorite at all Paragon locations.

Paragon Theaters Deerfield will show all the major films this summer, even providing early access events and other special film series for their guests:

• Attend a special early access event for Ballerina (June 4), How To Train Your Dragon (June 11), and F1 (June 25)

• Be sure to catch the special IMAX Fan First even for F1 (June 23)

• Buy advance tickets online now for Disney/Pixar’s Elio (June 20) and Jurassic World Rebirth (July 2)

• Tickets on sale now for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, Lilos & Stitch, Karate Kid: Legends, Ballerina, How To Train Your Dragon, and many more summer blockbuster titles

Paragon Theaters Deerfield also offers its guests unique programming options this summer, including:

• $5 Ticket Tuesdays (every Tuesday at all Paragon locations)

◦ All shows, all day, all formats (restrictions apply)

• Sensory Friendly Films (monthly)

◦ First-run films

◦ Lights up, sound low, kids are free to get up and go

◦ Discounted Kids Combo Tray for $5

• Kids $2 Summer Movies

◦ Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays

◦ Only $2/Person

◦ Discounted Kids Combo Tray for $5

• Brazilian Soccer Matches Game Watches in early June

• FAU Game Watches (coming this Fall!)

“We are so excited to bring the movies back to Deerfield,” said Michael Wilson (co-CEO of Paragon Theaters). “Paragon is the future of entertainment. Next-level technology, bigger thrills, and an experience you won’t believe—only found at our theater. Couple all our amenities like large format screens and dine-in service, with an IMAX, and our guests will experience the finest moviegoing experience in all of South Florida.”

For more information about Paragon Theaters Deerfield IMAX, as well as showtimes, pricing and ticket availability, please visit www.paragontheaters. com . Get your tickets now for all the summer blockbusters!

Visit www.paragontheaters.com for showtimes, tickets and more.

inSIGHT Through Education thanks its season sponsors— Morgan Stanley, Palm Beach Daily News, Palm Beach Post , and The Palm Beach Center to Combat Antisemitism and Hatred at the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County—and our exclusive audio visual sponsor Ascension Audio for helping bring this event to life.

inSIGHT Through Education is a nonprofit, nonsectarian organization with a mission to inspire and educate, encouraging kindness, acceptance, and respect for all, using lessons learned from the Holocaust and genocides worldwide, to recognize and oppose antisemitism, hatred, and bigotry. inSIGHT is the backbone of Holocaust education in Palm Beach County Schools, which is mandated in Florida, along with the study of antisemitism. inSIGHT knows that education is the key to change and is committed to opening the hearts and minds of young people, our future leaders. Learn more about inSIGHT Through Education at insightthrougheducation.org. 

Are You Watching Your Speed?

Please obey all posted speed limit signs throughout Boca Pointe for the safety of our residents. As a reminder, the speed limits are as follows:

Boca Pointe Drive 30mph

Via de Sonrisa del Norte 25mph

Promenade Drive 20mph

SPEEDING FINES ARE BEING ENFORCED!!

Annabel Rodriguez, Sophia Unser, Ansleigh Humphrey

Matthew Lane, Palm Beach County School Board member

Zenia Roth (Holocaust Survivor)

Randi Posner, Kelly Warsaw, Julie Gates

Herman Haller (100-year-old Auschwitz Survivor)

Book Review

Papyrus: The Invention Of Books In the Ancient World

By Nils A. Shapiro

Nils began his career as marketing director for a major book publisher. He has since edited the authors’ manuscripts’ for more than 20 published books, written more than 200 book reviews, served as publisher of several million-plus circulation national magazines, created the official yearbooks for teams in Major League Baseball, the National Football League, National Basketball Association and National Hockey League and “retired” as president of a successful telecommunications company.

Readers familiar with this monthly review column will readily understand why I ordered a copy of this book immediately upon learning of its existence and turned to the first page within minutes after its arrival at my front door. The title alone was all it took to arouse my interest. Now that I have turned the last page I can report that for me, and for those who share my passion about books and a general love of learning about certain periods of early history, this book is worth every moment of its 384-page journey—with one caveat , which I will explain later in this review.

Originally published in Spain, author Irene Vallejo’s exquisitely written text has been translated so brilliantly by Charlotte Whittle that she deserves an equal bow, and the 53-page reference section at the end of the book attests to the depth of research that makes possible the many hundreds of new facts you will learn from this international best-seller.

This is a story that spans more than 9,000 years, beginning long before the “invention” of writing. As just one example of the extraordinary amount of surprising information that awaits you here, the ninth century B.C. Greek poet Homer— whose two epic classics, The Iliad and The Odyssey, were considered sacred for centuries—created and performed these two works from memory in the oral tradition of his time, over and over again without ever having once written them down despite the fact that The Iliad is 15,000 lines in length and The Odyssey consists of 12,000 lines!

The alphabet as we know it did not even begin in its first form until the second half of the eighth century B.C.—long after Homer was gone—and was frowned upon by many at the time as a “trick” that would lead to people losing the ability to develop their memory skills.

A major leap from a limited few being able to inscribe official documents on clay tablets to making writing and reading more widely available can be traced to the papyrus plant that grew in vast numbers along the banks of the Nile River in Egypt, when it was discovered that, properly treated, its leaves could be scratched upon and each leaf folded with others to form longer scrolls—documents capable of being stored and copied over and over again by trained scribes.

Later, when Alexander the Great conquered Egypt on his way to conquest of the known world he installed a trusted officer, Ptolemy, to rule over that defeated nation. One of Ptolemy’s first decisions was to build what history has come to revere as the “Great Library of Alexandria,” his plan to house a copy of every book known to exist in the entire world! By “book,” of course, he referred to scroll documents.

In order to accomplish this extraordinary feat Ptolemy had to send emissaries to every corner of the known world, carrying the funds needed to pay for scribes to make the necessary copies, a dangerous mission at a time when murderers and thieves lurked everywhere. But he fulfilled that commitment to achieve what became one of the great Wonders of the Ancient World.

The adventure of that library’s history is a compelling story in itself, but it is only one of many in this author’s narrative that guides us from clay tablets to papyrus leaves … to the slaughter of animals, treating their skins to make

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sturdier, longer-lasting parchment … to the introduction by China of paper … to Gutenberg’s invention of the printing press that made many thousands of scribes of no further use … to the codex binding format first developed in the Roman Empire … to computers and the increasingly popular electronic formats.

Along the way we encounter many hundreds of faces both familiar and new, among them: Plato, Tiberius, Euripides, Oedipus, Orwell, Conrad, Ovid, Petrarch, Poe, Cleopatra, Palladas, Pausanius—the list seems endless. But I was fascinated to learn from this history of books an interesting fact about one particular man as described by the author herself in this brief excerpt from Papyrus : “On the Anatolian Peninsula, the crossroads of several cultures, a Greek was born with mixed blood and a curious mind who was obsessed with this old conflict. Why were these two worlds—Europe and Asia—enmeshed in a lifeand-death struggle? Why had they been at odds since time immemorial? What were they seeking, how did they justify themselves, what were their reasons? Had it always been this way? Would it be this way forever?

“This man who was so fond of questions spent his whole life looking for answers. He wrote a long work of travels and chronicles, titling it Historiai, which in Greek meant “inquiries” or “studies.” We still use the word he redefined when he gave a name to his task, untranslated: “history.” With his work, a new discipline was born, and perhaps a different way of looking at the world. Because the author of The Histories was a person with inexhaustible curiosity, an adventurer, a seeker of wondrous things, a nomad, and one of the first writers able to think on a planetary scale, I might almost say, a precursor of globalization. This is, of course, Herodotus.”

So this one man, Herodotus, in the fifth century B.C., gets the credit for why we use the word history to describe the study and writing of past events as we do today. Such information fascinates me, and this book offers that in overflowing portions.

And now for the caveat —albeit a minor one—that I mentioned at the opening of this review: As riveting as is this author’s history of books I found it disconcerting that she interrupted the journey several times to insert brief chapters that are essentially essays describing events unrelated to the book’s overall subject: Peggy Guggenheim’s introduction of modern art to New York in the 1940s; the Elvis Presley-like reaction that greeted the classical music genius Franz Liszt; the romantic interlude of an aging celebrity. I admit to having skipped past these to continue reading the history itself, then after finishing the book went back, read these brief “essays” and found them excellent, but likely more suited to a separate collection by this skilled author.

On a scale of 1 to 10, Papyrus earns 9.5 from me. That should be sufficient recommendation for those of you who share my passion for this subject. 

BOB

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