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Tequesta Profile Songwriters & Storytellers Was A Down-Home Sensation At The Rockin’ H Ranch Benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs Of Martin County The Third Annual Songwriters & Storytellers, benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County, was a sold-out success and an unforgettable evening under the stars at Rockin’ H Ranch in Palm City. Guests embraced the spirit of the night—donning boots, pearl snap shirts, and hats—for a lively countryinspired experience filled with great music, dinner, and dancing.

Set against the scenic backdrop of the ranch, the evening began with a cocktail hour featuring Stuart native Cade Walker, as guests enjoyed appetizers prepared and served by members of Jordan Oaks, Beth Svopa and Ricky Young

Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County’s Fork in the Road Culinary Team.

The program kicked off with an energetic performance by Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County youth line dancers, setting the tone for an exciting evening. The event was emceed by WIRK’s Eddie-E, who brought enthusiasm and energy throughout the night. Songwriters & Storytellers offered a unique, intimate, behind-the-music concert experience, showcasing some of Tequesta Profile on page 4

Tommy Lynn, Cade Walker, Jordan Oaks and Ricky Young

Tequesta Spotlight

In Your Community

SWA Run AWAY 5K Draws Record Attendance, Raises Over $19,000 For Resource Depot

Nominees Announced For 2026 Kravis Center Dream Awards

10th Annual Trail Run Welcomes 432 Participants To SWA Greenway Trail System The 10th Annual SWA Run AWAY 5K achieved record-breaking success this year, with 432 registered participants and more than $19,000 raised in support of West Palm Beach nonprofit Resource Depot.

Held Saturday, April 11, at the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County (SWA) Greenway Trail System in West Palm Beach, the event brought together runners, walkers, families and community supporters. Set against a backdrop of cabbage palms, cypress hammocks and pine flatwoods, the race offered a unique opportunity to experience Palm Beach County’s natural environment while raising awareness for responsible waste management and sustainability initiatives.

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Local Musical Theater Students To Compete For A Chance To Shine On Broadway During Spectacular Annual Showcase Held On May 31 The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is excited to announce this year’s list of high school nominees set to perform during the Kravis Center Dream Awards on May 31 at 7 p.m. The annual event recognizes outstanding student achievement in musical theater productions.

Following a year of intense competition and expert coaching from industry pros, the best of the best will take over the Dreyfoos Stage during a non-stop night of spectacular showmanship. The evening of high-energy razzle dazzle culminates in an epic finale where two phenomenal performers win the chance of a lifetime – representing our region at The Jimmy Awards® (National High School Musical Theatre Awards™) in New York City.

This year’s lineup of talented artists includes: Outstanding Lead Actress Madison Anderer – Guys and Dolls – The King’s Academy Kayla Brown – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Ireland Hardesty – The Drowsy Chaperone – Atlantic Christian Academy

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Love, Liberty & the Pursuit of Connection Special Summer of Love Edition By: Kelly Leary, M.S. & Miranda Capparelli “Oh yeah, life goes on Long after the thrill of livin’ is gone”~~John Mellencamp As America celebrates 250 years of courage, reinvention, and freedom, singles everywhere are ready for their own revolution.

There is a major buzz in the air this June. America is gearing up to celebrate the 250th Anniversary next month. Everywhere you look there is excitement building–summer parties, patriotic events, travel plans, celebrations, fireworks, and people coming together again. We are here for it too. After years of digital overload, isolation, and living behind screens, people are craving something real again. Real conversations. Real chemistry.

Real community. Real love. In real life.

We’ve been saying this for years: human connection will never go out of style. Right now, modern culture is catching up. Singles are waking up to the fact that dot-com dating paired with negativity overload is exhausting. If you or someone you know needs to get off the apps and into real life, do share this with your single family and friends. To our faithful readers, thank you for following us for so many years. We appreciate you!

America’s story has always been about courage, reinvention, taking chances, and believing in something bigger. Love requires that same spirit. It requires optimism, vulnerability, and effort. It requires getting out of your comfort zone and saying yes to life again. Which brings us to something we’ve been noticing lately: minimalism is over.

For years, people glorified smaller lives. Stay home. Keep your circle tiny. Don’t risk too much. Quiet luxury. Quiet everything. But now? People want to LIVE again. They want music, dancing, romance, adventure, weekend getaways, celebrations, and dinner dates. They want to laugh loudly, love deeply, dress up, and stop sitting at home waiting for life to magically happen through a phone screen. GOOD. Life is meant to be celebrated.

At Revolution Dating, we don’t believe in shrinking your life; we believe in expanding it. The right relationship should add color, excitement, confidence, and joy to your world. So many singles are waiting for permission to start living again. Consider this your sign. But let us ask you something honestly … >>How many more summers are you willing to spend saying “maybe next year?” >>How many weddings, holidays, birthdays, and Sunday mornings are you going to sit through, hoping love somehow finds you while you stay hidden in your comfort zone? >>Are you truly living or just existing between work, errands, social media, and routine? >>When was the last time you took a real emotional risk for something you deeply wanted? >>And perhaps the biggest question of all: If nothing changes in your love life over the next five years, are you genuinely okay with that? Are you getting any younger?

Those questions are uncomfortable for a reason. Because deep down, most people already know the truth. People desire more connection, intimacy, and conversation (and not with ChatGPT). At some point, every great love story begins with a decision. A decision to stop hiding. A decision to stop waiting. A decision to believe that something extraordinary is about to happen.

As we move into June and July, this notion of summer love becomes compelling. It is one of the most powerful times of the year to meet someone special. People are more social, more open, and more willing to say yes to invitations and opportunities for those hot summer nights. Timing matters more than you realize. The connections you begin now are the ones that take root by fall and by the time the holidays arrive. Why would you want to be searching when you can be celebrating? Be forward-thinking.

As Matchmakers, we continue to see an incredible shift happening. More and more upscale singles choose privacy, authenticity, emotional maturity, and real introductions with real people. We are honored to be in the middle of such a well-established love movement that has grown and evolved with the times. Despite everything technology has changed, one thing remains timeless: people still want real love. We have our finger on the pulse of the heartbeat of America ...

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Our country is celebrating 250 years of boldness, reinvention, and possibility, so can you. This is the summer you stop waiting. This is the season you start saying yes.

Celebrate more, go out more, live larger, and love harder.

Most importantly, believe that something beautiful is coming at you and you are looking at it. Thank you for spending time with us today. We can’t wait to meet you.

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Tequesta Profile from page 1 today’s most talented singer-songwriters, including Cade Walker, Ricky Young, and Jordan Oaks.

Following dinner and a spirited auction, guests took to the dance floor for line dancing and live entertainment by Jordan Oaks and his band, creating an energetic close to an incredible night. Proceeds from the event support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County’s workforce development programs, which are designed to expand career opportunities beyond high school graduation. As the only pre-apprenticeship program of its kind in the area, these initiatives equip youth with essential employment skills while creating a direct pipeline to both careers and local employers.

Through programs such as Skilled Trades, Career Exploration and Virtual Training, Culinary Arts, Manufacturing

Event Committee- Jackie Rea, Jennifer Sardone-Shiner, Missi Campbell, Andrew Kennedy, Beth Garvia Svopa, Sarah Testa, Meghan Shirey and Aislynn Mooney

Dating from page 3 Kelly Leary, M.S.© is CEO and Founder of Revolution Dating which she launched in 2014. Leary has 35 years in the dating industry and a master’s degree in clinical psychology.

She has been written about in Modern Luxury Magazine Palm Beach, Modern Luxury Manhattan, The Palm Beach Post, The Shiny Sheet, Stuart News, The Coastal Pearl, Jupiter Magazine, and many more. Revolution Dating clients are pre-screened in person, including background checks and ID verification.

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 Miranda also provide feedback from 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 Northeast Area or Mountain Country.

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The overarching goal of the Workforce Development initiative is to ensure that every young person has access to the tools, resources, and opportunities needed to succeed after graduation.

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by Beth Garcia Svopa (board member) and Andrew Kennedy. Committee members included Dan Bettencourt, Missi Campbell, Aislynn Guests laughing over the family style meal Mooney, Jackie Rea, Jennifer Sardone-Shiner, Meg Shirey, and Sarah Testa.

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By J. Manuel Sarmiento, M.D. Degenerative spinal changes affect up to 95% of people by the age of 50, and spinal stenosis is one of these changes. For people over 65 undergoing spine surgery, lumbar spinal stenosis is the most common diagnosis. In fact, an estimated 200,000 Americans suffer from lumbar spinal stenosis. And although it’s more prevalent in the elderly population, it can also affect younger individuals.

J. Manuel Sarmiento, M.D., a neurosurgeon at Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital, answers frequently asked questions about spinal stenosis.

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A: Spinal stenosis is narrowing around the spinal cord and/or nerves. Lumbar stenosis is the narrowing of

Tequesta Spotlight from page 1 Now in its tenth year, the SWA Run AWAY 5K continues to highlight the intersection of environmental stewardship and community engagement, while supporting Resource Depot’s mission to inspire creativity, conservation and reuse.

“We’re incredibly grateful for the turnout and the generosity behind this year’s run,” said Jennifer O’Brien, executive director of Resource Depot. “Every dollar raised helps expand access to creative reuse materials and environmental education programs for teachers, students and nonprofits across Palm Beach County. It’s inspiring to see the community come together.”

A total of 365 participants started and finished the race.

Top finishers included: Top Male Finisher: Davilo Barrios (West Palm Beach) – 19:46 Top Female Finisher: Dorothea Trotter (Boynton Beach) – 21:24 The event was supported by sponsors including Reworld™, Standing Ovations, Lafrance Project, Humana, CASCO, EIS Environmental Infrastructure Solutions, Collective Water Resources, Bagel Boyz, Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, Diversified Service Partners LLC and Ideal Nutrition.

Proceeds from the event directly benefit Resource Depot’s programs, which provide creative reuse materials and environmental education resources to teachers, students, artists and nonprofit organizations throughout the community.

Organizers are already looking ahead to next year’s race; for updates, visit Resource Depot at https://www. resourcedepot.org/upcoming-events.

the nerves in the lower back. This may produce leg pain (sciatica), leg numbness or possibly leg weakness. Cervical stenosis is pressure on the spinal cord or nerves in the neck. This may result in arm pain, numbness, weakness, difficulty writing and even walking abnormalities.

Q: What causes spinal stenosis?

• Aging • Genetics • Congenitally narrow spinal canal • Smoking • Osteoarthritis Q: How is spinal stenosis treated?

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Non-surgical treatments include: • Medicine to reduce swelling • Spinal injections to decrease inflammation • Medicine to relieve pain • Activity modification • Exercises and/or physical therapy Surgical treatments for cervical spinal stenosis include: • Microsurgical decompression of nerves • Spinal laminoplasty – non-fusion spinal restoration • Posterior spinal fusion using 3D computer-assisted technology • Anterior cervical fusion • Artificial disc replacement Surgical treatments for lumbar spinal stenosis include: • Microsurgical decompression of nerves • Spinal fusion for stabilization using various approaches Call (877) 463-2010 to schedule an appointment or visit ClevelandClinicFlorida.org/Neuro for more information.

Through this system, the SWA has: Achieved the highest recycling rate in the state for the past three years (2024, 2023, 2022) Operated two renewable energy facilities that consistently operate well below EPA standards for the past 36 years Recovered 1.3 million tons of metals that would otherwise be mined from virgin ores

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Wellington Man, Cancer-Free, Sings Tampa General’s Praises Last Christmas, Kevin Flinn received an amazing gift: He was able to sing again.

The Wellington resident performed at his church’s Christmas service — an emotional milestone after months of life-altering illness.

Five months earlier, Flinn was struggling to eat, unable to swallow and suffering from a persistent cough. Medical tests revealed stage T3N1 esophageal cancer.

According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 22,530 new cases of esophageal cancer and 16,290 related deaths are expected in the United States in 2026. Although the disease accounts for roughly 1% of all cancers diagnosed nationwide, it is three times more common in men than in women.

Flinn faced his diagnosis head-on, undergoing both chemotherapy and radiation. When those treatments proved unsuccessful, surgery became necessary to prevent the cancer

In Your Community from page 1 Leilani Kellerman – The Last Five Years – American Heritage School Elle Ruyack – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Outstanding Lead Actor Adriano Menezes – The Drowsy Chaperone – West Boca Raton Community High School Alejandro Morales – The Drowsy Chaperone – Atlantic Christian Academy Alex Morfogen – Guys and Dolls – The King’s Academy Enrique Parisca – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Max Leighton – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Outstanding Supporting Actress Jolianne Barton – The SpongeBob Musical – Spanish River Community High School Kasie Cabral – The SpongeBob Musical – Spanish River Community High School Journey Callazo – Little Shop of Horrors – Dr. Joaquín García High School Katelyn Soto – The Drowsy Chaperone – Atlantic Christian Academy Annabella Thomas – The Drowsy Chaperone – West Boca Raton Community High School Outstanding Supporting Actor Logan Brenner – The Drowsy Chaperone – West Boca Raton Community High School Graham Gilbert – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Joel Person – The Prince of Egypt – The King’s Academy Joseph Rodriguez – The Drowsy Chaperone – Atlantic Christian Academy Ethan Slavic – The Drowsy Chaperone – West Boca Raton Community High School Outstanding Ensemble Actress Jenna Bennett – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Zoe Cabezas – The Drowsy Chaperone – Atlantic Christian Academy Braelyn Dilger – The Drowsy Chaperone – West Boca Raton Community High School Emma Massimini – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Isabella Napoli – The Drowsy Chaperone – Atlantic Christian Academy Outstanding Ensemble Actor Dayton Billing – Guys and Dolls – The King’s Academy Brice Gibbons – The Prince of Egypt – The King’s Academy Devin Jackson – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Logan Martin – The Prince of Egypt – The King’s Academy RJ Moore – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Outstanding Featured Female Dancer Sophia Carbone – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Sofia Gianetti – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Jarrhana Labastille – The Little Mermaid – Oxbridge Academy

from spreading. His doctors referred him and his wife, Lisa, to Christopher DuCoin, M.D., MPH, FACS, chief of the TGH Digestive Diseases Institute; director of the Esophageal and GERD Program at USF Health Morsani College of Medicine; and professor and vice chair of the Department of Surgery at USF Health.

When the Flinns reached out, they learned Dr. DuCoin had an unexpected cancellation, creating an opening for surgery just one day before he was scheduled to leave for a conference. “His staff said this rarely happened,” Flinn recalled. “It felt like divine intervention.”

Before arriving in Tampa, Flinn’s medical records and lab results were shared with the Tampa General care team to ensure seamless coordination. “Communication with Dr. DuCoin, his team, the nurses and hospital staff was flawless,” Flinn said.

“They took great care of me and made sure my wife always knew what was happening.”

Dr. DuCoin performed an Ivor Lewis esophagectomy, which involved removing the cancerous esophagus and reconstructing it using the stomach. Performed robotically and with minimally invasive methods, the approach improved Sky-Lin Silver – Something Rotten!

– Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Sloane Saltalamacchia – The Prince of Egypt – The King’s Academy Outstanding Featured Male Dancer Nolan Balais – The Drowsy Chaperone – West Boca Raton Community High School Kyle Carter – Guys and Dolls – The King’s Academy Dominic Codispoti – The Prince of Egypt – The King’s Academy Tristan Dominguez – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Kevontay Oliver – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Outstanding Musical The Drowsy Chaperone – West Boca Raton Community High School The Drowsy Chaperone – Atlantic Christian Academy Guys and Dolls – The King’s Academy Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Outstanding Stage Management Sophia Luque – Hadestown – American Heritage School Jadyn Moreno – The Drowsy Chaperone – Atlantic Christian Academy Alexa Oddo – Little Shop of Horrors – Dr. Joaquín García High School Emily Riggs – Something Rotten! – Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Chance Spector – Guys and Dolls – The King’s Academy Outstanding Scenic Design Taylor Fossen – Little Shop of Horrors – Dr. Joaquín García High School Helen Popadic and Amabelle Ulysse – The Prince of Egypt – The King’s Academy Valentina Sharoubim – The Lightning Thief – Cardinal Newman High School Madison Zapata – Seussical – Boca Raton Community High School Outstanding Lighting Design Kaela Colson and Ryder Rennick – Seussical – Boca Raton Community High School

surgical precision and supported Flinn’s recovery, reflecting Tampa General’s commitment to advanced, patient-centered cancer care.

Pathology results revealed additional cancer in a nearby lymph node and a portion of Flinn’s stomach lining, both of which were successfully removed. “We’re grateful they found and addressed those areas,” Flinn said.

Flinn spent 10 days recovering at Tampa General. “The care was exceptional,” he said. “Everyone was kind, attentive and compassionate. Nurses even introduced the next shift, so I always knew who was caring for me.”

After returning home, Flinn began rebuilding his strength.

Despite losing 30 pounds, he was back at the gym the very next day. Today, he’s back to enjoying life.

Flinn shared a video of his Christmas performance with Dr. DuCoin, who was moved to tears.

“I owe my life to the good Lord, Dr. DuCoin and Tampa General,” he said.

For more information about Tampa General’s coordinated, complex care for patients in Palm Beach and Martin counties, visit TGH.org or call (561) 739-4TGH (4844).

Daniel Feinberg – The SpongeBob Musical – Spanish River Community High School Jack O’Donnell – Hadestown – American Heritage School Charlotte Olivera – Little Shop of Horrors – Dr. Joaquín García High School Outstanding Costume Design Isabella Anthon and Anabelle Brown – Into the Woods – The Benjamin School Sophia Barolotti, Giovanna Chong, Lila Jovine, Yasmine Siqueira, and Jordan Williams – Seussical – Boca Raton Community High School Chanelle Cha, Charlotte Cha, and Chance Spector – The Prince of Egypt – The King’s Academy Kemily Heiderick – The SpongeBob Musical – Spanish River Community High School Ari Schwartz and Hannah Parker Garcia – Something Rotten!

– Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Outstanding Sound Design Mason Davis and Daniel Feinberg – The SpongeBob Musical – Spanish River Community High School Makayla Dinon, Ryan Maxson, and Razan Sweid – Seussical – Boca Raton Community High School Dream Awards Ambassadors Kiera Harper and Grayson Master – Chicago: Teen Edition – Suncoast Community High School Grace Pessagno and Ava Scotten – Mean Girls: High School Version – Jupiter Community High School Catherine Hicks and Ava Shawe – Into the Woods – The Benjamin School Maliya Jones-Holman and Kaden Orton – The Addams Family – Seminole Ridge Community High School Lyla Furman and Ana Palmer – The Drowsy Chaperone – Grandview Preparatory Academy In Your Community on page 9

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Financial Focus®

Saving For Retirement: Are You Guessing Or Planning?

By Sally Sima Stahl, Edward Jones Let’s say you dream of spending your retirement mornings on a warm beach, coffee in hand, waves rolling in. To get there, you had a simple plan: save $1 million and buy the beach house you always wanted.

But when retirement arrives, reality hits. After accounting for keeping your current home, everyday expenses and health care, $1 million doesn’t stretch as far as you thought, and the beach house remains a dream. The problem wasn’t your discipline – it was that your number was never really your number. It was arbitrary, not anchored to what your ideal retirement would actually cost.

How can you make sure your retirement number is right for you?

A solid savings goal starts with a clear picture of the retirement you want. Think through where you plan to live, whether you’ll keep your current home or downsize, how much you plan to travel, if you’ll help children and grandchildren financially and what health care might cost you later in life. Build a realistic monthly budget, then multiply by 12 months to find your annual need.

Adjust this amount for inflation until the first year of retirement.

Then, multiply that figure by 25 to get a sense of how much may be needed to save. It’s a formula based on the idea of withdrawing 4% annually from your savings, assuming you retire in your mid-60s. If you need $60,000 a year, your target is around $1.5 million. You may need more or less depending on your lifestyle, health, unexpected expenses, Social Security benefits and other income. No single rate or strategy will work for everyone. A financial advisor can help you determine your number and strategy.

Once you know your target, the path forward becomes clearer. Here are a few tips for next steps: Start early. The sooner you begin saving, the more time compound interest has to work in your favor. Small amounts set aside automatically each paycheck have the opportunity to grow significantly over decades.

Live below your means. Spending less than you earn is one of the most powerful wealth-building habits. When your income rises, save and invest the difference instead of upgrading your lifestyle.

Keep your debt under control. Since credit cards and other high-interest debt can slow your progress, pay off balances monthly when possible.

Invest consistently. If your employer offers a 401(k), aim to contribute at least 10%-15% of your salary, and increase your contributions after every raise. If you max out your 401(k), a traditional IRA or Roth IRA may offer additional tax-advantaged growth (eligibility and contribution limits apply).

Boost your income when you can. Develop new skills, ask for a raise or explore a side income. Every extra dollar saved moves you closer to your goal.

The difference between a retirement you love and one full of compromises often comes down to the planning you do today. Know your real number, build a solid plan and get the right help along the way.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Edward Jones, Member SIPC. Edward Jones is a licensed insurance producer in all states and Washington, D.C., through Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P., and in California, New Mexico and Massachusetts through Edward Jones Insurance Agency of California, L.L.C.; Edward Jones Insurance Agency of New Mexico, L.L.C.; and Edward Jones Insurance Agency of Massachusetts, L.L.C.

Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors cannot provide tax advice. You should consult your qualified tax advisor regarding your situation.

Contact us at (561) 748-7600, Sally Stahl, CFP, ChFC, AAMS 1851 W. Indiantown Road, Ste. 106, Jupiter, FL 33458.

In Your Community from page 8 Jamar Noel and Jayda Noel – You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown – John I. Leonard Community High School Dalia Malcolm and Joshua Zeuner – Grease – Donna Klein Jewish Academy Sogeair Pierre-Gilles and Danica Slavin – The Lightning Thief – Cardinal Newman High School Victoria Castro Gossett and Mateo Lapore – Disney’s Descendants: The Musical – Palm Beach Central Community High School Shashvat Premkumar and Jordan Williams – Seussical – Boca Raton Community High School Once again, the Kravis Center Dream Awards is generously sponsored by Ricki Gail Conway and The Doris & Stanley Tananbaum Foundation. Tickets for the Kravis Center Dream Awards start at $17.25 and may be purchased online at kravis.org, at the box office, Monday to Saturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. or by calling (561) 832-7469.

The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach.

To learn more about the Kravis Center’s education programs, visit kravis.org/education-community. To help support the Kravis Center’s education mission, call the development department at (561) 651-4320 or visit kravis. org and click on Giving and Support.

Images ©Mary Stucchi Photography

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Safer Communities Start With YearRound Tree Care Across Palm Beach County

Feeling Unsteady? Wobbly?

Balance Therapy Can Help

Trim Regularly, Stay Safe When storms threaten Palm Beach County, many residents rush to trim their trees. The instinct is understandable, but the timing is risky. Cutting branches right before severe weather can leave dangerous debris scattered across yards and streets. Those loose limbs can become projectiles in high winds, endangering homes, vehicles and lives.

Why Year-Round Trimming Matters The Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County (SWA) encourages residents to adopt a year-round trimming plan. Regular maintenance strengthens trees, making them more resistant to wind damage. Healthy, well-balanced trees are less likely to snap or uproot during storms.

This proactive approach benefits everyone: • Homeowners enjoy safer properties and less cleanup.

• Neighbors are protected from flying debris.

• The community sees faster recovery, as crews can collect smaller amounts of debris more efficiently.

How Trimming Reduces Storm Impact Proper trimming is more than cosmetic. It’s a form of storm preparation. Trees maintained throughout the year are better equipped to withstand high winds. They shed fewer branches, which means less debris cluttering streets after a storm. That reduction allows neighborhoods to be cleared more quickly, restoring normalcy sooner.

Timing Makes The Difference Arborists recommend trimming during a tree’s dormant season or well before storm season begins, making the ideal trimming window Dec. 1 through April 30. This gives trees time to heal and grow stronger before facing severe weather. By contrast, trimming immediately before a storm leaves fresh cuts exposed and creates piles of debris that may not be collected in time.

A Shared Responsibility Storm preparedness is more than stocking supplies and securing shutters. It includes taking responsibility for the environment around each home. Every resident who commits to year-round trimming contributes to a safer, cleaner and more resilient Palm Beach County.

When storms pass, crews work tirelessly to remove debris. The amount they face depends on choices residents make before the storm arrives. By trimming regularly, residents help lighten the load, speed recovery and protect their neighbors.

Learn More The SWA provides resources to guide residents in proper tree care, unincorporated Palm Beach County pickup guidelines and storm preparation. For pickup guidelines in unincorporated Palm Beach County, visit swa.org/yardwaste. Visit swa.org/storm to find trimming information and learn how you can help keep our community safe.

Closing Thought Storms are inevitable, but dangerous debris does not have to be. With a year-round trimming plan, residents protect their property, safeguard their neighbors and support the SWA’s mission.

Happy year-round trimming!

The unexpected sensation of falling or dizziness can arise out of nowhere … a missed step, a sideways glance that triggers instability, the twist of an ankle, a trip on a sidewalk, or a quick grab for dropped keys.

All of a sudden, you feel woozy, disoriented or find yourself falling toward the nearest chair or the hard ground. As people age, the ability to stay balanced, steady and strong is necessary to perform and enjoy common activities.

Therapy Helps, Regardless Of Cause The good news is that balance and steadiness are skills that can be explored, reinforced, and learned with the help of a trained exercise physiologist at Cary Grossman Health & Wellness Center at Jupiter Medical Center.

The goal of balance therapy, says Benjamin Klein, MSPT, TPI CGFI, Outpatient Rehabilitation Operations Manager, is regaining skills and movements that have been lost to health issues, medication side effects or other types of injuries, such as a stroke or an accident. Balance therapy supports patients so they can: • retain existing body stability • regain what has been lost as part of the aging or disease process • gain/improve new skills to improve balance and stability What Causes Balance Issues?

Balance problems can develop for a variety of reasons, according to the National Institute on Aging.

Common causes include inner ear disorders or chronic ear infections, vertigo, thyroid or nerve disorders, heart disease, lack of physical exercise, medication side effects, aging-related loss of muscle mass and other chronic conditions, such as diabetes.

“Balance therapy is also a perfect example of the saying, ‘If you don’t use it, you lose it,’” Klein says.

“Maintaining balance is more than how you stand

or maneuver. It’s a key factor that defines a healthy, satisfying, active and engaging life and lifestyle at any age—and especially as you age at any age.”

At the Grossman Center, all class activities and movements can be modified to meet individual needs and abilities. The primary focus, says Klein, is on building lower-body strength, increasing endurance and improving balance.

“The good news is that balance therapy incorporates exercises into each patient’s routine to maintain existing skills and stability while strengthening and improving both,” Klein explains.

Try This Exercise For Yourself Eager to try simple exercises to maintain balance? Stand next to a wall or bar. Steady yourself by placing your palm against the wall or holding onto the bar. Slowly place one foot directly in front of the other, and then remove your hands from the wall/bar. Maintain that position for 15-30 seconds, always using the bar or wall to catch yourself immediately if you become wobbly or unstable. Then switch your feet by moving the back foot to the front, and repeat the 15-30-second stance.

For more information on classes, call the Cary Grossman Health & Wellness Center at (561) 263-5775.

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Pet Matters

The Pet Cottage Post The Forever Promise: Marty, Scooby, And Six Years Of Showing Up Forever Promise ... Forever Home.

A monthly column by Wendy Derhak, Founder and Executive Director, The Pet Cottage, Jupiter Farms, Florida, thepetcottage.org In 2019, a little Dachshund named Scooby lost his person. A kind pet sitter kept him safe while we searched for a Forever Guardian — someone who would open their home and their heart, knowing we would be there every step of the way. It took some time. Scooby was a resource guarder with a bite history, and the right match had to be exactly right.

Then Marty Fox called.

A longtime Jupiter Farms resident and lifelong lover of Dachshunds, Marty had recently lost his own beloved Rocky at the age of 20.

When he saw Scooby’s face on social media, he said he just knew. I visited Marty’s home, was fully transparent about Scooby’s history, and we brought in a professional trainer to set them both up Marty Fox and Scooby— for success. In October 2019, October 2019, the beginning Scooby came home.

That was the beginning of something quietly extraordinary.

When the COVID-19 pandemic shut the world down in 2020, Marty found himself home alone—as so many of our Forever Guardians did. He told us later that Scooby was his saving grace. The Pet Cottage kept in contact, delivered food and medications, and made sure no one felt forgotten. Scooby kept Marty’s world small, warm, and worth getting up for.

Marty and Scooby today—six Scooby at the eye specialist— years and counting June 2025

Scooby—happy and home

Scooby—tucked in and loved

“You all are my angels.”

— Marty Fox, Jupiter Farms Forever Guardian In the years since, both of them have faced hard things. Marty had a stroke and lost the use of one arm. Scooby developed a serious eye disease—painful, progressing—and was also diagnosed with kidney disease, requiring a prescription diet. At one point, we discussed removing both eyes to stop the suffering.

But Marty wasn’t ready to give up. With one arm and the help of those around him, he learned to administer Scooby’s eye drops every single day. Scooby’s eyes healed. He can still see. He and Marty are still besties.

The Pet Cottage covers everything: the eye specialist, the prescription kidney diet, the medications, the trips to the vet when Marty can’t drive. We show up, because that is what the Forever Promise means. Not just on the good days. On all of them.

Scooby is 11 now. He and Marty have been together for six years—through a pandemic, a stroke, and more veterinary appointments than either of them would have chosen. What they’ve built is real, and it is ours to protect.

This is why The Pet Cottage exists: not just to place a pet in a home, but to stay. To be the Circle of Protection around every pet and every guardian, for as long as they need us.

We now care for 66 pets throughout Palm Beach and Martin counties. If you’d like to support our mission — through a donation, by becoming a Forever Guardian, or simply by spreading the word—visit thepetcottage.org or call (561) 818-5025. A fall open house is coming at our forever home right here in Jupiter Farms. We hope you’ll join us.

Wendy Derhak is the founder and executive director of The Pet Cottage, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit sanctuary at 17049 Thunder Road, Jupiter, FL 33478, (561) 818- Wendy Derhak, founder and 5025, wendy@thepetcottage. executive director of The Pet org, thepetcottage.org.

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