PGA POA Communications Corner
Submitted by Gail Coppage, PGA POA Communications Committee
Happy New Year! Happy New Opportunities, Friendships and Involvement!
Annual Meeting Date And NEW PLACE
This is a reminder that the PGA POA Annual Meeting will be held Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Mirasol in the Mirasol Clubhouse. Sign-in begins at 5 p.m. Parking will be available at the Mirasol Clubhouse. Please add the date, time and new place to your calendar. Residents will receive the notice and ballot for the annual meeting in January. Remember: Even if you cannot attend the annual meeting, we ask that you still review the candidate materials and cast your vote for directors of the Board of Governors. Your vote is important and your vote counts! We want to hear from you! We welcome your attendance and engagement at the annual meeting. Please stop by and say hi to us! Thank you in advance for your time and attention regarding this election.
Annual City Of Palm Beach Gardens Joy Drive
All of the residents in the PGA National community are extremely generous and their efforts made the holidays brighter for a lot of local children; however, the Glenwood and Villa D’Este communities go above and beyond and collect gifts at their annual holiday party. Both of these communities deserve a lot of recognition, both for the amount of work their boards and committees undertake to make their community’s holiday event a success, and for the generosity and kindness of their residents who help make the City of Palm Beach Gardens Police and Fire Department’s Annual Joy Drive a huge success. Thank you to everyone! PGA National New Year’s Resolutions
It’s that wonderful early time in the new year where we think about where we have been, where we are going, and what lies ahead. New Year’s resolutions are always a good way to prepare us for the new year. Here are some thoughts for resolutions:
• We will take care when driving throughout all PGA National neighborhoods, understanding that young children, older adults, walkers, joggers, bikers, strollers and ongoing resort maintenance and PGA National maintenance are all a daily part of our traveling lives in our community, not to mention public access through Ryder Cup Boulevard. Keeping the speed limit, remaining aware of the movement
Commissioner’s Update
Palm Beach County: Driving Innovation, Safety, And Growth For A Brighter Future
By Mayor Maria G. Marino
It’s truly an honor to become the mayor of a county that is a driving force for economic growth, innovation and quality of life. Palm Beach County stands as a beacon of progress, built not by chance, but through thoughtful planning, consistent effort, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Palm Beach County thrives on strategic investments that yield transformative results. For every dollar invested in economic development, we see exponential returns—more businesses, more jobs, and a stronger tax base. We’ve proven that we act local while thinking global.
Public Safety is the foundation of any thriving community. From emergency management during storms to initiatives by
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue and the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office (PBSO), we are committed to ensuring residents feel secure. A shining example is our whole blood program, one of only 121 in the nation, which enables medically trained first responders to perform life-saving blood transfusions in the field. Through its safety education, the Drowning Prevention Coalition reached nearly 24,000 people, and 2,200 kids ages 2 to 12 took free or reduced-cost swim lessons.
Investments in public safety provide tangible returns: stronger communities, lower insurance premiums, and enhanced quality of life. When people feel safe, businesses thrive, families grow, and communities flourish. That’s the kind of return on investment we can all celebrate.
What makes Palm Beach County such a desirable destination for businesses and families? It’s the outstanding quality of life, with 110 parks, beaches, and recreational areas that turn living here into a dream. These spaces are more than just amenities; they are vital investments in our shared well-being. Programs like Park Rx, also known as Park Prescriptions, is part of a national initiative that encourages healthcare professionals to prescribe time spent in nature to improve patients’ health and well-being.
This past year, we completed two major restoration projects in our estuaries: Sawfish Island and Tarpon Cove. These initiatives created critical seagrass, oyster reef, and mangrove habitats, supporting wildlife, improving water
around you (including wildlife), and taking care to take time to get to your destination will do wonders for keeping PGA National safe. Our PGA National family is important to us, and we want everyone to remain safe.
• We will be smart about security, keeping car doors locked when parked, removing delivered packages from our doorsteps, being aware of our surroundings at home, and remaining on the lookout for any suspicious behavior unusual for your neighborhood. We are thankful for St. Moritz security patrols throughout PGA National, but we all need to do our part to keep our communities safe and protected.
• We will offer a lending hand if an older neighbor needs help transporting trash barrels, or reaching for a newspaper in the driveway, or if there is a spot of trash on the ground near us, we will remove it to keep PGA National looking good. Our community is only as good as all of us are collectively!
• We will remember to find our patience when the roads around us are crowded, and it takes longer for us to get to appointments, meetings, golf games, pickleball, lunch and dinner. Counting to five (and sometimes more than 5…), doing some simple shoulder stretches while we are waiting,
quality, and enhancing coastal resilience. Coastal resilience is important for maintaining our pristine beaches and natural habitat. The county spent nearly $6M this past year on dune projects and beach renourishment and over 1.4 million cubic yards of sand was placed on county beaches. That volume would fill 150 Jupiter Lighthouses!
Education in Palm Beach County is more than Vanderbilt. In addition to our higher education options, we have three technical high schools in our county. College may not be for everyone, but education is.
Palm Beach County is buzzing with transformational projects designed to meet the needs of yesterday and today while anticipating tomorrow. Recent accomplishments include the completion of the PBSO District 1 Marine Unit Facility, the Supervisor of Elections Production Facility, and the Canyon Branch Library. Upcoming renovations at Roger Dean Stadium and expansions to the Animal Care and Control Building will further enhance our infrastructure. Solid Waste Authority has the No. 1 renewable energy facility in America.
Transportation is another cornerstone of our growth strategy. By collaborating with all 39 municipalities, we are developing a Countywide Transportation Master Plan that ensures safe, efficient, and sustainable mobility for everyone.
From The Editor: New Possibilities…
A year begins offering us new possibilities. Our state of mind is controlled by our experiences, but we can take control of our thoughts and form new behaviors. Some of us become caregivers when a loved one needs us. 2025 may be the year that some of our readers find themselves in that position. My sister, Angela, and I became caregivers when our mother developed Alzheimer’s Disease. We chose to play an active role in her care and were able to keep her at home until she left this world in 2003.
Marie Pinschmidt (one of this newspaper’s gifted essay
writers) became her husband’s caregiver when his health faced challenges. Dr. Norman Pinschmidt, a professor of ophthalmology at Tulane Medical School suffered a heart attack at the age of 59. While in intensive care, he experienced a stroke. After recovery, Dr. Pinschmidt could not move his eyes vertically, forcing his retirement and Marie assuming the role of caregiver. In the year 2000, Dr. Pinschmidt passed away from progressive supranuclear palsy, a rare degenerative brain disorder. Many spouses might not recover from the sorrow and despair of watching their loved one experience a debilitating illness. Marie chose to write a book entitled, “Life Interrupted: When the Doctor Becomes the Patient,” so that others can realize what is given and received as the caregiver for another person.
Marie began writing at the age of 68. She heard Toni Morrison, the author and Nobel Prize winner say,
The Singles Scene© January 2025
Come Alive In 2025
“Twenty Twenty-Five is a blank book to write your own love story.”~~Matthew Leary (Kelly’s son)
No Time Like the Present.
People are HOT in a good way. We are geared up for the power of change and action. Love is not about luck—it is about timing. You have to be in the right place, at the right time, to meet the right person. The new year brings this time. This year is about expansion and conquering excellence in and out of the boardroom.
“If there’s a book you want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.” The book, “Life Interrupted…,” is a memoir of the life of Marie and her husband and how she became stronger caring for him. All of our lives have unanticipated interruptions, but Marie shares her experience – the love, joy, sorrow and acceptance of what cannot be changed.
Marie has also written 5 novels drawing on her life experiences having lived in Ohio and Louisiana. “Man on the Balcony,” “Maggie’s Retreat,” “Spanish Moss,” “Decent Deceit: The Destiny of Deception” and the recently completed, “Saving Porterville.” I have read and enjoyed each book and Marie inspires me to explore my creative instincts.
Marie has also shared her artistic talents through painting. I co-host an internet talk show called, “Bright Horizons with Deb and Jim” and in one of the episodes we visited Marie in her home. I am impressed with the beautiful paintings she created. Most are available for sale on her website, www.mariepinschmidt.net.
Happy New Year to our favorite people in this vast community of movers and shakers. You are ahead of your time, and we thank you for your keen talent for noticing the beauty in life. Staying rooted in our overly tech world and maintaining traditional values is essential. People like you hold the gift of love and compassion near and dear--and that is why we are here today. True romance will never go out of style. It is up to people like us--to share this cheerful news about real life and love (offline) with our family and friends. Let’s keep love alive in 2025. Thank us later. It’s true: The older we get, the quicker time flies. Life is moving at a rapid speed, and instant gratification has taken over. In contrast, it is important to have meaning in your life beyond a computer screen. This is a unique year, marking a quarter of a century. The world has shifted, and we must cherish and embrace the opportunity to seize the day.
Milestone moments and huge transitions are coming, and we hope everyone is revving up their engines. The national trends are noting a massive movement away from online dating and towards matchmaking. Quality single people report “online dating burnout,” so much so that even twenty-somethings have vowed to ditch the apps. In days of too much tech, the last thing successful singles want to do is waste their time and energy looking for love on a computer or speaking to an algorithm designed to keep them single and addicted to the next dopamine rush. We call this “What’s Next Syndrome.” Sounds spooky, right?
We urge you to follow the mainstream trajectory to love offline and highlight meeting your matchmaker in person eye-to-eye before you try again. You don’t have to be a multi-millionaire to work with a matchmaker, but you do have to show personal, emotional, and financial security. If you know us, then you know that our corporate headquarters (where we have proudly shined for eleven years) is in one of the most upscale business neighborhoods positioned cleverly to head all of South Florida and the Treasure Coast. Our presence is organically up and down the entire East Coast of the USA. For years, we have been matching clients who have second homes in Nantucket, Manhattan, Greenwich, and Cape Cod, to name a few. We call these clients “jet-setters,” which sounds much cooler than “snowbirds.” We are honored to know many fascinating CEOs, trailblazers, doctors, lawyers, and geniuses. This job has opened doors for us over the years, which means those doors are open to you too, as a client. Thanks to our incredible clientele, we get smarter every day just by spending time with our elevated ever-changing and growing membership platform. Our clients become friends--and nothing is more natural than being introduced by a friend (in the know).
With that, welcome to 2025. It’s time to come alive and/or help a friend or family member that you know to be stuck in a rut or hiding in their comfort zone. There is no time like the present to flip the script and start the year with zeal, clarity, and steadfastness.
Our new clients report an instant feeling of lightness and excitement as soon as they shut their dating apps down--for good. A new female client stated, “The apps felt icky, unnatural, and desperate.” Another new male client called us and said: “My adult son recommended I work with a Matchmaker, and the kids know best!”
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Our clients desire stability and a high hit rate that you cannot find on a dating app. Intelligent people aim to avoid the clutter. They prefer to maximize their time and efficiency by increasing the odds of meeting like-minded people via in-person connections. They value our friendly advice and most of them listen to our guidance with respect and gratitude.
So, what is more important than lifelong health and happiness with someone you love? Read the room. You are at bat. You’ve got this, and we can’t wait to meet you. Hot Tip: Do secure your reservation to meet the matchmakers as our January and February calendars are booking up quickly. Mention this article for special treatment when you speak to one of our team members on the phone. All calls are confidential.
Let’s get this new year started!
XOXO – Kelly & Miranda #LoveOffline #MatchmakingRoyalty #TellYourFriends #ComeAliveIn2025 #YouHaveArrived
Marie has also compiled more than 300 essays, poems and random thoughts in her book, “Outta My Mind and Into Your Heart.” I read at least one of them at the end of the internet show. Marie has spent a lifetime searching, learning and embracing all things beautiful - music, art, writing, the gifts of nature and most of all - beautiful people. Her thoughts are shared in an artful manner, any subject is fodder for her active and creative mind and often approached with bravado and wit. I encourage you to buy the book and read at least one of the collection each day.
During the year 2025, I hope you are inspired by Marie Pinschmidt and you explore New Possibilities. Until next month…
J ames A. Cioffi, Editor james@jcclaw.com
P.S. Information from this column was compiled from Marie’s website and her books.
Kelly Leary © has 34 years in the dating industry and a master’s degree in clinical psychology. She has also been written about in Modern Luxury Magazine Palm Beach and Modern Luxury Manhattan, The Palm Beach Post, The Shiny Sheet, Stuart News, Jupiter Magazine, and many more. Revolution Dating members are pre-screened in person, including background checks. Professional photos are taken by the staff. Revolution Dating is NOT online dating or blind dating. In addition to providing matchmaking services that make singles “UN-single” through their exclusive club memberships, Kelly and her Team also provide feedback from your dates when appropriate. Mock Dates are available by request. Single Coaching Sessions and Evaluations are also available by request for non-members or as an add-on to some memberships. *All inquiries are confidential *Specializing in representing jet-setting clients with a second home in the North East. Call the central hotline at 561-630-9696 (XOXO) or scan the QR code below to hold your place in the club.
Behind The Scenes with The REV!
Thank you December and Welcome January! It's 2025 and quality single, divorced, and widowed people are ready to love offline once and for all. Your resolution is right in front of you and has been for years. Your timing could not be better and you are in good company. With use of 34 years of expertise and connections, we know you are feeling it too. REV-up your love life with this amazing bunch below. Happy New Year from our hearts to yours! First Interviews are complimentary for a short time only. Reserve your appointment today. #TellYourFriends
PGA Community News is looking for writers to contribute community related content. If you would be interested in submitting an article please email potential articles to: James@jcclaw.com or Katie@seabeezecommunications.com for consideration.
Unique New Year’s Edition: by Kelly Leary, M.S. & Miranda Capparelli
The Revolution Dating Team Celebrates the Holidays! #ExcellentHumans
New Client Drop: Meet Luis! #Professional Engineer
Kelly’s Son, Matthew, joins the Team on his own watch!
New Client Drop: Meet Lynn! #Golden Bachelorette
Welcome Ashley (on right) to our Cupid Team!
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Northern Notes
Nightjars, Nighthawks And Chuck Will’s Widows
By Katie Roundtree, Director of Finance and Administration, Northern Palm Beach County Improvement District
Nighthawks and Chuck Will’s Widows are common birds in South Florida, but most people have never seen one. They are members of the Nightjar family and are medium-sized nocturnal or crepuscular (active at dawn and dusk) birds in the family Caprimulgidae Nightjars are found worldwide, except Antarctica and certain island groups such as the Seychelles. Nightjars are primarily found in Europe, while Nighthawks and Chuck Will’s Widows are found more in the New World. Nightjars, Nighthawks and Chuck Will’s Widows belong to a family of birds with the folk name “goatsuckers.” The family name, Caprimulgidae , literally means “milker of
goats” and is based on an ancient belief that the birds milked goats with their enormous mouths each night. In reality, the birds’ attraction to livestock was likely due to the presence of insects.
They are unique birds with a distinctive look characterized by long wings, small feet, short legs, and very short bills. They have short bills but have enormous mouths when opened to allow them to catch insects at night. They have
bristles around their beaks called rictal bristles, which are stiff hair-like feathers that arise around the base of the beak. The function of rictal bristles is uncertain, although several possibilities have been proposed. They may function as a “net,” helping to capture flying prey. Some evidence suggests that they may prevent particles from striking the eyes. There is also evidence that the rictal bristles of some species may function tactilely, like that of mammalian whiskers, to help detect prey.
Widows can be found in various habitats, most commonly in open areas with some vegetation. Locally, they live in and around upland preserves. Nighthawks usually spend their days hidden, sometimes in plain view, thanks to their cryptic gray, brown, and blackish plumage and the birds’ squat, “neckless” shape. They often prove challenging to spot even while roosting quietly on a tree branch or fence post.
Tax Talk
Dear Friends:
Each day, at approximately 11 a.m., my team and I receive an email report from our client satisfaction survey vendor highlighting the surveys we received from clients the previous day. I enjoy reading the surveys, especially the comments where clients tell us what we are doing right and what needs improvement. We strive for exceptional service on each and every interaction with our clients, both in-person and on the phone, and most of the time we get it right, but there are times that we miss the mark. In either case, it is important that we hear from our clients so we can address issues and make corrections where needed, but at the same time, it is so rewarding to hear from clients who rave about the service they have received from a member of my staff. That commitment to exceptional from every member of our team is the driving force behind our industry-leading client satisfaction results, where 87 percent of our clients say that their experience with our office was exceptional or very good!
Anne M. Gannon, Constitutional Tax Collector, Serving Palm Beach County
Get Yours Now! The 2025 Tax Planner & Services Guide
We are excited to announce that our 2025 Tax Planner & Services Guide will be available beginning in January. This comprehensive guide is designed to keep you informed, connected, and empowered as you navigate our organization’s services, values, and resources. Inside, you’ll find everything from taxes to motor vehicles services and driver’s license/ID card services. There is also a monthly calendar to help you keep track of your payment deadlines. As we worked on this latest edition, one of our priorities was to align with the information on our new website, www.pbctax.gov, so the two complement one another. We made the guide easy to use with color coding guides to services and QR codes that will take you right
to our website for more information on a specific topic. Visit www.pbctax.gov/tpsg to request a copy of the 2025 edition. When you receive the guide, we will invite you to respond to a brief survey to provide us with your feedback so we can keep enhancing this signature publication. I hope you enjoy this publication as much as we enjoy providing it to you!
Faces Of The TCO: AJ Starks
Title: Director of Contact Center Operations Hometown: Memphis, Tenn.
Favorite Activity: Manning the grill or the smoker Favorite Food: My smoked brisket
This month, in our “Faces of the TCO” series, I am pleased to shine the spotlight on the director of our Client Care and Research Center (CCRC).
Ajani “AJ” Starks joined my Senior Leadership Team in 2022, and he oversees 40 employees whose main responsibility is to answer client questions and concerns via phone and emails. Handling an average of 1,700 calls a day is not an easy task, and to do so effectively, AJ and his team have developed strategies to ensure all clients receive exceptional service. AJ says, “Client feedback is important to us, and we monitor calls and utilize call monitor forms to provide our client care representatives with feedback. With this comes challenges servicing clients who are unsatisfied with some aspect of our services. I remind the team that it is not personal and to show empathy towards the client, and we specifically train staff for these calls.” Employee recognition is important, and AJ says, “We celebrate wins and best calls, and in fact, we just held our first annual CCRC Awards, recognizing exceptional achievements, such as ‘Most Calls’ and ‘Client Service Excellence.’ I feel lucky to be a member of such a great team of professionals, all moving in the same direction to deliver exceptional customer service.”
A Better Journey
Our new website, www.pbctax.gov has been online for over a month now and I hope you have enjoyed exploring all the new features. One feature that I want to highlight is the enhancements made to our reservation system. We created a new more intuitive interface, featuring pop-up icons to provide information about topics related to our services.
During your “journey” to make a reservation online, we first present you with a list of documents that you will need for your transaction. Next, upon indicating which documents you have by checking “Yes” or “No” and before you officially schedule your reservation, we present you a summary checklist of the document(s) you need to bring with you to your reservation. You can then print the list or email it to yourself to view or print later. Keep in mind that this document is not confirmation of a reservation, as you still have to select a date, time and location. This checklist is designed to help you easily keep track of the documents you need to gather. Once you have the opportunity to use our enhanced reservation-making system, tell us your feedback by visiting www.pbctax. gov/website-feedback/.
Super Junior: Getting A Jump Start On College Planning
By Peggy Forgan, M. Ed
Junior year is a critical time for college planning. It’s when high schoolers start to focus on their future and make decisions that really count. And with most students just 10 months away from applying to college, it’s clear that the 11th grade is crunch time.
Class 101’s Super Junior program helps students get ahead of the curve before application season even begins. Here’s everything you need to know about becoming a Super Junior, and why it’s one of the best ways to bring your student up to speed.
A Super Junior is an 11th grader who wants to get a head start on college planning. By completing our fasttrack Super Junior program, students start the planning process when it matters the most: during the application preseason. That way, when application season rolls around on August 1 of their senior year, they are well ahead of their peers.
Junior year is the most crucial time for students to take ownership of their grades, sharpen important skills,
and begin the college admissions process. All of this is time-consuming and overwhelming, from prepping for standardized tests to finalizing resumes. The Super Junior program alleviates the stress of college planning by helping students achieve their goals before senior year. All Super Juniors will complete a “Super Junior Checklist” specifically designed to help them put their best foot forward. Here’s a look at the seven things they will accomplish in 90 days:
1. Create a top 10 list of colleges and universities
2. Complete three college visits (either virtual or inperson)
3. Take DISC assessment & review report
4. Establish baseline SAT score
5. Document top 10 trends from baseline score
6. Create a resume with all activities listed
7. Have a parent meeting to review all items on your checklist
All students who complete the program will earn a Super Junior certificate and will be entered for a chance to win a new laptop! The Class 101 Super Junior is underway.
Lighthouse ArtCenter Presents Tyler K. Smith: Brainz ’N Boltz
A Futuristic Journey Into The Fusion Of Art And Technology
Lighthouse ArtCenter is proud to present “Tyler K. Smith: Brainz ’N Boltz,” a solo exhibition of painting, drawing, and sculpture from January 16 through February 22. For the exhibition, Tyler K. Smith has created a cast of fantastical characters and futuristic machines that revel in technology and race through a smog-choked world.
Inspired by his upbringing on a farm where he was constantly repairing machinery by day and absorbing the popular culture of the 1960s on TV at night, Smith brings an imaginative vision and technical mastery to his “BOMBOTZ” universe. Drawing on his diverse career spanning art, theatre, television, and film, Smith depicts the visceral and the mechanical in harmony to create dynamic and powerful gestural statements that celebrate dramatic action and embody extreme speed.
“Brainz ’N Boltz is a must-see for art enthusiasts, sci-fi and comic book fans, and anyone who appreciates the intersection of highbrow and lowbrow culture,” said Anthony Record, curator at Lighthouse ArtCenter.
The exhibition includes 10-foot-tall robots made from painted cardboard, graphite drawings on 8-foot-long panels, painted ceramics, as well as a display of sketchbooks, 3-D models, and archival photos that illustrate Smith’s creative process and the development of his “BOMBOTZ” universe.
The exhibition opens with a reception on January 16, from 5 to 7 p.m.. at Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery, 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, FL 33469. Guests will have the opportunity to meet Tyler K. Smith and a real-life BOMBOT (his son in costume). Members receive free admission; a $5 suggested donation is available for non-members.
Brainz ’N Boltz will feature two exclusive concerts by Jason Newsted and Friends in a special celebration of Smith’s work in the gallery. Six-time Grammy Award winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Jason Newsted will perform live, surrounded by Smith’s artwork, creating a oneof-a-kind immersive experience where music and visual art unite. Concert details and ticket information can be found at lighthousearts.org.
Reminder From The POA/ARC
POA documents require that all residents apply for POA and HOA approval prior to making any changes to the exterior of your home, including but not limited to tree removal or planting, new landscaping, painting, roofing, additions or construction, fencing, hurricane shutters, impact glass, play equipment, garage door replacement or any other change, you must contact the PGA POA Architectural Review Committee for approval. Information and forms are available at www.pgapoa.com under the “Documents & Forms” heading or call 627-2800.
Thank you, Jack Hughes, Chairman, POA ARC
Society Of Palm Beach County
Kelly Williams and Andrew Forsyth graciously hosted the Archival Evening Honoree Cocktail Reception at their Palm Beach home on Tuesday, December 3, for the chairs, sponsors, and members of the Legacy Circle and Host Committee for the Twenty-second Annual Archival Evening of the Historical Society of Palm Beach County (HSPBC).This year, the HSPBC honored Jane Holzer at its signature invitation-only event at The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach, on Monday, December 9. The Honoree Reception is by invitation only.
This year’s Archival Evening Volunteer Leadership includes Honorary Chair Bruce Helander; Chairs AnnBritt and Christian Angle, Frances and Jeffrey Fisher, and Christina and Harvey E. Oyer III; and Cochairs Beth Rudin DeWoody, Kelly Williams and Andrew Forsyth. Legacy Circle and Host Committee members at the reception included Bill Bone, and Sonja and Mark Stevens. Other notable guests included Collin Santini Adams, Charlene and Richard Johnson, Rusty and Ashley Holzer, and Scott Snyder.
This year’s major sponsors, who ensure the success of Archival Evening, are Frances and Jeffrey Fisher, Grand Benefactor; the Richard and Pat Johnson Family, Evening Dinner Sponsor; The Boca Raton, Evening
Meg Braff and Scott Snyder Rick Rose
Robert and Julie Desnick Ryan Hollihan and Kyle Lucks
Sunni and Jeremy Johnson Susan and Chris Cowie
Alan and Penny Murphy
Camila Helander Sargent and Bruce Helander
Charlene and Richard Johnson
Christian Angle and Christine Schott
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John Archer and Bill Bone
Champagne Sponsor; Batten Construction, Evening Dessert Sponsor; Susan and Dominick Telesco, Evening Photography Sponsor; Dailey Janssen Architects, Evening Invitation Sponsor; Pioneer Linens, Evening Gift Sponsor; Kirchhoff and Associates, Evening Music Sponsor; Twenty-Second Annual Archival Evening from page 12
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Oumere, Evening Valet Sponsor; Palmer, Exclusive Media Sponsor; and Top of Mind Palm Beach, Community Partner Sponsor.
Funds raised from Archival Evening directly support civics and history education resources for over 40,000
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Palm Beach County school children each year, as well as preservation of the Historical Society’s collection, a portion of which is showcased in the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum. To donate, become a member, or learn more about the Historical Society of Palm Beach County, call (561) 832-4164, Ext. 100 or visit www.pbchistory.org.
Why do some yards flood after large quantities of rain? The simple answer is according to most approved drainage designs, some water is meant to be temporarily stored in public recreational areas, yard swale and streets. The excess surface water slowly drains to community lakes or on-site ponds via street and yard drainage grates and/or via swales, ditches and canals. The more complex answer is that each yard is different. Some yards have drainage swale areas. These are areas that are sloped to catch water and filter out pollutants as water is absorbed into the ground. Some yards direct water to the community drainage system as run-off with very little water retained in the yard. Familiarize yourself with how your yard was built to determine how water drains from your home.
“Dennis is as responsive as any realtor with whom I’ve dealt. Knows the area, especially PGA National. And just an all around good guy who is honest, easy going but very diligent when it comes to working with clients.” P.B.
“I’ve sold many homes and the services from Dennis exceeded way beyond my expectations.” NW “Five Stars for this gentleman…Dennis communicates thoroughly with each step of the transaction…and he knows how to skillfully and timely navigate with all requirements for the POA and the HOA.” SA
Karen and Roger Janssen Lisa and Tyler Tannenbaum
Maribel Alvarez and Grant Sory
Mark and Sonja Stevens
Collin Santini Adams and Taylor Materio
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Jennifer Charlston and Brooks Adams
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following night on Friday the 10th of January. Eli will perform for three hours to the music of a live band, with drinks and nibbles. For anyone who has not attended one of these muscular, fiery events, you’re missing out! This year Benzaiten had to raise the price a bit because last year they were all sold out . It is still a great deal at $25 per person. Premium seating is reserved for $50 a person. There are 25 premium seats. You can sign up and pay for these events by visiting their website. Go to the Events tab and then scroll down to either the Meet the Artist Dinner or the Visiting Artist page.
So you never miss out on any of the fun events taking place at the center, be sure to sign up to be on their mailing list. Or better yet, become a member, which will entitle you to multiple discounts and privileges. This way you will
always be up to date about their many class and special workshop offerings as well as their much-anticipated Visiting Artist events. Also, check out the center’s tremendously fun fundraising events, which help them raise money for their many kids’ and scholarship programs. www.benzaitencenter.org (561) 508-7315
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1105 Second Avenue South, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33460
GPS doesn’t always get you here: Exit I-95 at Sixth Avenue and go east . Take a left at the blue Kwik Stop Store and then a right on Third Avenue South. Park in our parking lot or anywhere on the street.
Season Is Here!
Along with season comes the increased temptation to utilize the golf courses as a park/playground, but we must ask you to refrain from any nongolf related access.
Maintenance is performed on all the courses during the year, so there is equipment and work being done. In addition, it is a time when there are more golfers on the course enjoying our beautiful weather.
Thank you
Benzaiten
Palm Beach North Chamber Of Commerce Hosts Annual Holiday Mixer, Raising Funds For Literacy Efforts In
The Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce celebrated the season in style last week at The Gardens Mall during its Annual Holiday Mixer. The event brought together prominent business executives, including Michael Mitrione and many others, for an evening of connection, celebration, and community impact.
This year’s Holiday Mixer was not only a festive occasion but also a meaningful one. Thanks to the generosity of attendees, the chamber raised $1,350 for the Palm Beach North Education Foundation. These funds will provide essential literacy materials for an entire classroom, supporting local students in their educational journey and ensuring brighter futures within our community.
“The Annual Holiday Mixer is always a highlight of our year, and this year was no exception,” said Noel Martinez, president and CEO of the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce. “We are deeply grateful to everyone who attended and contributed to this incredible cause. Together, we’re making a tangible difference in the lives of our local students.”
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The evening was filled with festive cheer, offering attendees the opportunity to strengthen relationships, forge new connections, and reflect on the accomplishments of the past year. As 2025 approaches, the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce looks forward to continuing its mission of fostering a high quality of life in Palm Beach North while building a prosperous economy, developing regional leadership, and becoming a resilient and connected region.
For more information, visit www.pbnchamber.com.
Rob Taylor, Alex Martinez Slaton, Katie Thompson, Kathleen Joy, Carrie Combes, Noel Martinez
Jimmy Glenis, Bruny Rosa, and Eddie Tybuszynski
Angel Adams, Alex Slaton, Traci Rollins, and Betsy Cohen
Mike Bauer, Stacey Bauer, Mark Holbert, and Corey Saban
Alex Martinez Slaton, Ashley Verturo, and Narupa Baldeosingh
Michael Mitrione, Susan Kaplan and Chip Armstrong
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Nick Mastroianni Joins Hannah’s Home Board
Hannah’s Home has added local business leader, Nick Mastroianni II, to its Board of Directors.
For three consecutive years, Mastroianni has been a generous supporter of the organization. From aiding Hannah’s Home’s residents with hotel stays during hurricane evacuations to sponsoring the home’s annual fundraising galas and donating to the campus expansion, Mastroianni’s involvement reflects a long-standing commitment to investing in the community and in those who are disadvantaged.
Mastroianni serves as president and chief executive officer of U.S. Immigration Fund and Allied Capital and Development. He is also founder of the Mastroianni Family Foundation.
“These mothers and babies represent the future of our community,” said Mastroianni, whose philanthropic journey began in 1995 in pediatric healthcare, neurological research, and environmental preservation. “Hannah’s Home founder Carol [Beresford] and I share a vision for empowering families with the education, healthcare, and resources they need for lifelong success.”
The addition of Mastroianni to the board is timely. Hannah’s Home is nearing completion of construction on two duplex cottages to house for more young mothers in need.
“We are so blessed to have Nick join our board,” said Beresford, who founded the home in 2003. “Nick is committed to advancing the Lord’s work and I know his expertise and dedication will truly help my dream for this campus come to life and bring hope to those in need.”
Hannah’s Home offers a twoyear residential and educational program that serves pregnant women aged 18 to 30 who face food insecurity, homelessness, unhealthy relationships, educational disruption, a lack of transportation, and physical and social isolation. To date, the home has offered safety, restoration, hope, and a more secure future to over 90 women and their babies.
For more information about Hannah’s Home and its programs, visit www.hannahshomesf.org or contact (561) 277-9823.
Nick Mastroianni II, Audrey Mastroianni, Pastor Paul and Carol Beresford, Jessica and Nicholas Mastroianni, Anthony Mastroianni
Nick Mastroianni II, Carol Beresford, Anthony Mastroianni
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Tourism Takes Center Stage At Palm Beach North Chamber Of Commerce’s
December Business Before Hours
The Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce recently hosted an engaging Business Before Hours event, titled “Tourism’s Impact on Florida’s Prosperity Coast.” The event brought together local business leaders and stakeholders to explore how tourism drives economic growth, fosters innovation, and strengthens the cultural fabric of the region.
Attendees heard from a distinguished panel of industry experts, including Andrew George from TMRW Sports, Jodi Cross from the Florida Lodging & Restaurant Association, and Ghislain d’Humières from the Norton Museum of Art. Moderated by Heather Andrews from Discover The Palm Beaches, the panelists shared valuable insights on the collaborative strategies shaping the future of tourism in Palm Beach North.
“The discussion highlighted how tourism is a cornerstone of our region’s economy and a catalyst for community enrichment,” said Noel Martinez, president and CEO of the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce. “The insights shared today will help our business community embrace opportunities to build a vibrant and prosperous future together.”
The event provided attendees with actionable takeaways on the intersection of tourism and economic development, along with opportunities to connect and network with peers committed to fostering growth and innovation in the region.
About Palm Beach North Chamber Of Commerce
Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce is one of the largest and most active business organizations in Southeast
Florida. Serving businesses in the eleven municipalities that make up Palm Beach North, the chamber fosters a partnership of private, public, educational, and civic organizations working together to ensure Palm Beach North is Florida’s “Prosperity Coast.” The chamber’s four strategic imperatives are: a prosperous economy, high quality of life for all residents, a smart and connected region, and regional leadership. They were recognized as 2023 Chamber of the Year for the state of Florida. For more information, visitwww.pbnchamber.com.
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Palm Beach County Property Appraiser
Dear Taxpayer:
Happy New Year!
With a new year before us, my office has a renewed sense of purpose as we work to constantly improve our services. Every department in my office has created a list of goals to achieve over the year. Our focus for 2025 includes improving consistency across the office, building an environment that makes staff and visitors from all backgrounds feel welcome, and fostering innovation to improve efficiency.
My staff develop these goals every year, driving our progress as an office. I am proud to have one of the finest professional staffs in the industry.
You may see some of my stellar staff at the South Florida Fair, as we will once again be able to take homestead exemption applications on site. More on that is below, as are reminders about filing for an Agricultural Land Classification and Business Tangible Personal Property Tax Return for 2025.
Wishing you a prosperous and wonderful year.
Respectfully,
Dorothy Jacks, CFA, FIAAO, AAS Palm Beach County Property Appraiser
2025 South Florida Fair
The Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Office will have a table in Expo West at the South Florida Fair from January 17 to February 2. Staff will be will taking new homestead exemption applications and answering questions from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and from 12 to 8 p.m. weekdays.
Reduce Tax With the Homestead Exemption
If you are a permanent Florida resident, you may be eligible for a homestead exemption, which can generally save you an estimated $750 to $1,000 in property taxes each year.
(Did you receive your pink homestead exemption receipt card in the mail? If so, no need to refile. Simply keep the card as your receipt that you have been automatically renewed for another year.)
A $25,000 exemption is applied to the first $50,000 of your property’s assessed value if your property is your permanent residence and you owned the property as of January 1. This exemption applies to all taxes, including school district taxes. An additional exemption will be applied if your property’s assessed value is between at least $50,000 and $75,000. The second exemption will be up to $25,000 plus an adjustment for inflation, per the passage of Amendment 5 last November. This exemption is not applied to school district taxes. 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.
Three ways to apply:
• E-file
• Visit one of our five service centers to file in person
• Complete the application online, print it out, and mail it to our office
qualify, we will renew your homestead exemption annually as long as you continue to qualify for the exemption.
Visit pbcpao.gov to e-file and for information on other available exemptions for seniors, families, veterans, and more.
All About Agricultural Land Classification
Properties with bona fide agricultural (good faith commercial) activity may qualify for the agricultural land classification. The taxable value of the land is based on the annual net income per acre attributable to the land from the agricultural operation.
All 5,029 properties with the agricultural classification in 2024 will be reviewed and monitored for changes of ownership. If you had the land classification on your property in 2024, and the use has not changed, there is no need to reapply. However, if a property had a change of ownership or use in 2024, the owner would have to reapply for the classification in 2025.
To qualify for a new agricultural land classification, the qualifying agricultural use must be on site as of January 1, 2025. Applications should be submitted by March 3, 2025. You will be notified of the status of your application for the agricultural classification by mail on or before July 1.
For more information, call our office at (561) 355-4577 or email myfarm@pbcpao.gov.
Business Tangible Personal Property
Business tangible assets such as furniture, fixtures, and equipment are subject to ad valorem taxes. All businesses are required to file a Tangible Personal Property Tax Return (Form DR 405) annually by April 1, unless the value of your tangible personal property last year was under $25,000 and you received notice from this office that your requirement to file has been waived. Businesses that have not previously filed an initial return or the value exceeds $25,000 will receive a notice from our office of the requirement to file a return.
Florida allows an exemption up to $25,000 in value for tangible personal property assets used by a business. However, you must file an initial tangible personal property tax return to receive the exemption. Thereafter, you need not file an annual return unless the value of your tangible personal property exceeds $25,000 on January 1.
Once an initial paper return has been filed, you may save time, paper, and postage by filing online. If you do need a paper form, you can download it using our Forms link. If you have any questions about reporting personal property, tangible e-filing, or the $25,000 tangible exemption, please call our office at (561) 355-2896 or email us at patangible@pbcpao.gov.
Office Closed
All Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 1 and on Monday, January 20 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
PGA Residents Of Mellowing Years
A single phone number may help you to live confidently and gracefully in your own home. Now there is a volunteer senior ambassador within PGA community who is well-schooled in resources available to help with problems of elders. The Alpert family and Children’s Services has been helping seniors do just that for many years.
• You have questions? We may have answers.
• You don’t know where to go? We can guide you.
• You don’t know what you need? We’re well-versed in that problem.
• Do you know a neighbor who needs help? Don’t wait. Call now. Dorothy Weiss, 6244035. Let’s keep connected with each other as a community. All you need is the desire to live comfortably in your own home.
Attention: Reminder From Palm Beach Gardens Police Department
Adopt These Habits To Prevent Vehicle Burglaries
• Please lock your vehicle doors every time – even for a quick stop or at home.
• Never leave items of any kind inside your vehicle. Hiding items doesn’t work!
• At a minimum, if you must leave items, place them in your trunk.
• Cell phone/iPod power cords, GPS holders and other key sets act as neon signs.
• Park in well-lit areas, stay alert and call in any suspicious activities to the police department nonemergency number: 799-4445.
Quantum Foundation Makes $500,000 Grant To Community Foundation For Palm Beach And Martin Counties’ African American Museum And Research Library (AAMRL) Project
Funding Will Support Architectural Design And Planning For AAMRL On Historical Roosevelt High School Site In West Palm Beach
Quantum Foundation has announced a $500,000 grant to Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties’ newly established African American Museum and Research Library (AAMRL) Fund. The grant will support architectural planning and design for the project. Quantum Foundation’s mission is to inspire and fund initiatives that improve the health of Palm Beach County residents. Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that leads partnerships with donors, nonprofits, and community members to solve the region’s chronic and emerging issues.
Earlier this year, Community Foundation received approval for funding from the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners to plan and develop a new African American Museum at the historic Roosevelt High School site (1601 N. Tamarind Ave.) in West Palm Beach. The AAMRL will celebrate and preserve African American history and culture in West Palm Beach, the state of Florida, and beyond. The project will include exhibit space, a research library, and extensive opportunities for
Professional Firefighters And Paramedics Of Palm Beach
County
Hopefully, everyone had the opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends during the holiday season.
As you begin to pack away your decorations, please take the time to inspect the ones that have electrical wiring. There should be no exposed wire from where the insulation has become worn or cracked. If there is, they must be discarded so that it does not become a fire hazard next holiday season.
Strands of lights can be taken to the recycling center.
If you had a live tree as part of your decorations, it should be taken down and disposed of as soon as possible. Trees can dry out very quickly, especially when the A/C is drawing humidity out of your home.
Dry Christmas trees can create a significant fire hazard and can ignite with intense flames very quickly with just the slightest ignition source.
We are entering the dry season for natural vegetation. Please use extra caution when enjoying the nature preserves and all outdoor areas to make sure we all remain fire safe . Improperly discarded matches and smoking material can easily cause a brush fire that can spread very quickly.
If you see any fire in the natural areas, no matter how small you may think it is, dial 911 to report it. Small fires can grow to become a significant danger to lives and property.
Thank you, and stay safe and well.
Steen Eriksson, Community Relations, Professional Firefighters and Paramedics of Palm Beach County, HOAN@iaff2928.com
community engagement through lectures, educational programming, workshops, seminars, special exhibitions, cultural programs, oral history projects, research opportunities, and youth programs.
“Over the past five years, we have strategically supported projects and programs to enhance the physical and social conditions for residents in Coleman Park,” said Eric Kelly, president of Quantum Foundation. “These neighborhoods, which reflect the lowest life expectancy in Palm Beach County, are home to some of the most extraordinary cultural landmarks. While we’ve made strides, there is still much work to be done in addressing the underlying systems that impact this community. We are proud to support the African American Museum and Research Library, which serves as a powerful reminder of our shared history and furthers our ongoing commitment to this area.”
Financial Focus®
When Is A Good Time For Roth Conversion?
By Sally Sima Stahl, Edward Jones
In life, you often get second chances—and the same is true with investing. To illustrate: You might not have been able to contribute to a Roth IRA during your working years due to your income level, but you may get that opportunity as you near retirement or even when you are retired—through a Roth conversion.
And you can do so by converting your traditional IRA to a Roth. While this sounds simple, there’s a major caveat: taxes. You’ll be taxed on the amount in pre-tax dollars you contributed to a traditional IRA and then converted to a Roth IRA. (If you have both pre- and after-tax dollars in your traditional IRA, the taxable amount is based on the percentage of pre-tax dollars.)
Why is a Roth IRA desirable for some people? Here are the key benefits:
If you have large amounts in a traditional IRA, the tax bill on conversion can be significant. The key to potentially lowering this tax bill is timing. Generally speaking, the lower your income in a given year, the more favorable it is for you to convert to a Roth IRA. So, for example, if you have already retired, but have not started collecting RMDs, your income may be down.
• Tax-free withdrawals—you put in after-tax dollars to a Roth IRA, so you can withdraw your contributions at any time, free of taxes and penalties. And if you’ve had your account for at least five years and you’re at least 591⁄2, you can also withdraw your earnings free of taxes.
• No RMDs—With a traditional IRA, you’ll have to start taking withdrawals — called required minimum distributions, or RMDs — when you turn 73, or 75 if you were born in 1960 or later. But there’s no RMD requirement with a Roth IRA — you can essentially leave the money
“The Palm Beach County African American Museum and Research Library initiative would not be possible without the generosity and support of partners like Quantum Foundation,” said Danita R. DeHaney, president and CEO of Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties. “Quantum Foundation’s $500,000 grant, dedicated to architectural planning and design, represents a crucial first step in creating a lasting cultural institution that will preserve and celebrate African American history for generations to come.”
According to DeHaney, the AAMRL will stand as a transformative anchor institution in the historic Coleman Park neighborhood, fostering community pride, economic growth, and cultural vitality while honoring the area’s rich African American heritage. This initiative is a collaboration between the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners, Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, The School District of Palm Beach County, and various community stakeholders.
Once home to West Palm Beach’s two all-Black high schools, in recent years, the Roosevelt High grounds became the Roosevelt Full-Service Center. The Roosevelt Center, owned by the The School District of Palm Beach County, became a community center with neighborhood resources, services, and alternative school programs on site.
The school district has already commenced phase one of the Roosevelt Center renovation project. Phase two of the project will provide for renovation of the buildings at the Roosevelt Center that will house the research library and for construction of a new 20,000-square-foot twostory building to house the museum.
For more information or to donate to Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, please visit yourcommunityfoundation.org/give-now/.
intact as long as you like.
Timing also comes into play with the financial markets. When the market is going through a decline, and the value of your traditional IRA drops, you could convert the same number of shares of the underlying investments and receive a lower tax bill or convert more shares of these investments for what would have been the same tax bill.
• Tax-free legacy for your heirs—When your heirs inherit your Roth IRA, they can withdraw the contributions without paying taxes or penalties, and if the account has been open for at least five years, they can also withdraw earnings tax-free.
Finally, you could lower your tax bill in any given year by stretching out your Roth IRA conversions over several years, rather than doing it all at once.
But even if you were aware of these advantages, you might not have been able to invest in a Roth IRA for much of your life. For one thing, you might have earned too much money— a Roth IRA, unlike a traditional IRA, has income limits. Also, a Roth IRA has only been around since 1998, so, in the previous years, you were limited to a traditional IRA.
You’ll want to consult with your tax advisor before embarking on this conversion—but if it’s appropriate for your situation, you could find that owning a Roth IRA can benefit you and your family for years to come.
As you approach retirement, though, you might start thinking of just how much you’d like to benefit from a Roth IRA.
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Save The Date!
The Fourth Annual Jensen Beach Garden Expo – Bigger And Better Than Ever!
Mark Your Calendar For Saturday, March 1
From 9 a.m. To 3 p.m. It’s Free!
Thank you to our sponsors! Special thanks to Lindstrom Air Conditioning & Plumbing, and to our many generous sponsors who make this event possible.
Don’t miss this incredible day of plants, community, and fun—see you at the expo!
Join us for Jensen Beach’s favorite springtime tradition! The Jensen Beach Garden Expo returns on March 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the beautiful Indian Riverside Park, in front of the Dockside Pavilion. With more parking, extra food trucks, and fabulous door prizes, this year’s Expo promises a garden celebration like no other.
What’s In Store?
This specialty garden show showcases the best local vendors offering lush tropical plants, native species, vibrant orchids, and unique finds like succulents, herbs, and outdoor art. Stock up on gardening supplies, learn from live presentations, enjoy hands-on demos, and win free door prizes donated by our vendors throughout the day. It’s a fun and educational day for all plant lovers, from beginners to seasoned pros! Presenters include sessions on dragon fruit, edible plants, bonsais and pests in the landscape.
Growing Our Community
More than just a garden show, the expo helps our community flourish. Proceeds support college scholarships for local students pursuing studies in horticulture, environmental sciences, and related fields. We’re also proud to fund camp scholarships for kids at the Florida Oceanographic Society and the Environmental Studies Center, as well as programs for Junior Master Gardeners and the Community Gardens of the House of Hope.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and check out our website: https://www. jensenbeachgardenclub.com/ garden-expo.
40th ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival Presented By Tampa General Hospital
February 15 To 16, 2025 10 a.m. To 5 p.m. Daily
THERE’S
Celebrating four decades of art and fun, the ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival is a twoday outdoor fine-art festival at The Gardens North County District Park in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The show brings together a unique juried exhibition of more than 275 fine artists from all over the country and features children’s activities, live music, and demonstrations that provide an arts experience like no other in South Florida. Patrons are sure to find the perfect piece of art for their home at ArtiGras. For more information visit artigras.org. Tickets in advance are $15; $20 at the gate.
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Samantha Fisher, M.D., F.A.A.D., sees patients of all ages at the Dermatology Associates in the Palm Beach Gardens office after more than 13 years of experience practicing medical, cosmetic dermatology and Mohs surgery for skin cancer treatment.
Dr. Fisher received her Medical and Bachelor of Science degrees with honors from the University of Florida, where she completed her postgraduate training, including serving as Chief Resident in Dermatology.
Her past professional experience includes providing Dermatology services to patients in Stuart , FL from 2013-2024, Naples, FL from 2012-2013, and as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Florida Department of Dermatology in Gainesville, FL from 2011-2012.
Dr. Fisher looks forward to providing you with excellent dermatology care.
Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches is a group practice of board-certified dermatologists and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeons providing general dermatology, surgical dermatology, and cosmetic dermatology services. These physicians trained at some of America’s great medical institutions and conduct research into the most advanced treatments. Our physicians are also recognized leaders in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.
Make an appointment to see Dr. Fisher in Palm Beach Gardens at 10355 N. Military Trail, Suite A, by calling (561) 622-6976. www.greatderms.com
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Tampa General Continues To Enhance Its Services On Florida’s East Coast
Since 2020, Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has been creating a framework of state-of-the-art services for patients in the Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast areas. More than 70 providers in 12 medical specialties practice in 17 area locations, and two TGH imaging centers offer patients convenient access to a comprehensive list of diagnostic imaging exams. As the system continues to grow, it’s natural that area residents have questions about what this expansion means to them. The information below addresses the most commonly asked questions. What Is Tampa General?
Tampa General is Florida’s leading academic health system and has been for more than 50 years.
As the teaching hospital and partner of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa General pioneers breakthrough treatments, conducts game-changing clinical research and trains the next generation of health care professionals.
Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General is ranked as the No. 2 hospital in Florida by U.S. News & World Report for 2024/25, and is nationally ranked among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in eight specialties. Additionally, Tampa General was ranked as “high performing” in 15 procedures and conditions and among the top 10 percent of hospitals in the nation in three additional specialties.
Why Does Tampa General Have Facilities On The East Coast Of Florida?
Tampa General is partnering with leading physicians on the East Coast to help the community connect with academic health care to improve access to groundbreaking clinical research and top-quality care for patients with complex conditions.
When A Practice Joins Tampa General, What Does This Partnership Mean For Patients?
Patients don’t need to take any action. Their current level of care will continue, and even be enhanced. Patients continue to see the same doctor at the same location. Accepted insurances, copayments and medical records will remain the same.
Patients will have access to several benefits when a practice partners with Tampa General, including:
• A convenient path to the highest level of academic-based care
• Access to a wider variety of clinical research trials by Tampa General and its partners at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine
• The opportunity to receive enhanced personal treatment plans
• Access to minimally invasive and complex surgeries that utilize state-of-the-art technologies
• Options for advanced immunotherapy treatment
What Happens If A Patient Needs To Go To Tampa For Complex Care Or Surgery?
If a patient needs complex care in Tampa, a nurse navigator with specialized expertise will coordinate their care, transferring medical records and other needed paperwork and information.
Patients will also be connected with a Tampa General health ambassador who can help arrange travel and accommodations, and handle any other logistical needs, so that their trip is as smooth as possible. As part of the Tampa General network, each affiliated Palm Beach County medical provider and their practice will support a patient’s treatment, offering presurgical and postsurgical care after complex surgery in Tampa.
East Coast physicians join Tampa General as a reflection of their commitment to advance research, innovation and technology to transform health care for their patients.
Tampa General Hospital East Coast Provider Network*
TGH Advanced Kidney Care
David S. Amrose, M.D.
Imtiaz M. Ather, D.O.
Kerim Oncu, D.O.
Alberto Ortiz, M.D.
TGH Cancer Institute
Robert S. Scoma, M.D.
Marcus Eby, M.D.
Jason M. Hechtman, M.D.
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Glenn H. Englander, M.D.
Sonja Olsen, M.D.
Robert S. Raymond, M.D.
David Schwimmer, M.D.
Sheldon Taub, M.D.
TGH General Surgeons Of The Palm Beaches
Itzhak Shasha, M.D.
TGH Heart And Vascular Institute
Amy Mostafavi, M.D.
TGH Imaging
Walter H. Forman, M.D.
Donald W. Goodwin, M.D.
Robert L. Stickle Jr., M.D.
Hunter Wasserman, M.D.
TGH Pulmonary Care And Sleep Institute
Jay S. Maizes, M.D.
Alan Bakst, M.D.
Luis J. Peña-Hernández, M.D.
Carlos Sanchez, M.D.
Denzil Seedial, M.D.
David Weissberger, M.D.
Adam Wellikoff, M.D.
TGH Urology Group Of Florida
Lawrence M. Yore, M.D.
R. Neill Borland, M.D.
Murray G. Goldberg, M.D.
Emanuel E. Gottenger, M.D.
David S. Meinbach, M.D.
Edward M. Scheckowitz, M.D.
David Weinstein, M.D.
*Physicians only. Network list is current, as of December 6, 2024. For more information about Tampa General providers in the Palm Beaches, visit TGH.org/ThePalmBeaches.
