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Departments
DiningWise
Cafe D’Angelo: Chef Angelo
Morinelli Takes
on Southern Italy ................. 10
SocietyWise ..............................
12
Arts & EntertainmentWise
Publisher/Marketing Director
Dawn M. DiLeonardo Anderson
Co Publisher/
Executive Vice President of Production
Anthony J. Anderson
Calendar ............................... 17
BeautyWise
The 2007 Palm Beach International
Film Festival: What a Week to
Remember! .............................. 14
Salon and Spa Gift Certificates
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SportsWise
Hurricane Preparedness Tips
For Boat Owners .................. 29
AdviceWise
Mind-Body-Spirit Health ..... 30
How an IRA May Potentially
Boost Retirement Savings .... 31
CommunityWise
Santaluces High School
Marching Chiefs ................... 32
Hot Summer Fashions ................ 20
Real EstateWise
Development Dynamics in
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About the Cover
Palm Beach County Boating, Fishing
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Letter from the Editor
Dear Readers,
Well, it is upon us
once again. It’s out with
the sweaters, books and
crazy schedules and in
with the sun screen,
bathing suits and flip
flops. I am talking about
summer! For me,
summer brings to mind
thoughts of relaxation,
fun in the sun, being
able to catch up on
much needed sleep and summer reading at the beach.
Summer is a time off from the pressures of the daily
grind, like homework, projects, getting kids to the bus
on time etc. It is also the time of year I look forward to
for vacation. Make sure you take some time out this
summer and just relax and enjoy your surroundings.
Father’s Day is another reason I look forward to
summer. With so many women out in the work force
these days and our roles shifting, it is no longer mom
takes care of the house and kids and dad goes to work
and brings home the bacon. Many fathers have
stepped up to the plate to take a load off mom by
taking care of their children, cooking and cleaning,
and getting the kids off to school. Furthermore, there
are many single dads out there that do it all. Dads
deserve a day like Father’s Day to be honored and to
feel special.
Father’s Day traditionally takes place the third
Sunday in June. It’s the brainchild of a woman by the
name of Sonora Dodd, who wanted her father to know
how special he was to her after her mother had passed
away. She held her own Father’s Day in Spokane,
Washington, in1910.The idea caught on and in 1924
President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed the third Sunday
in June as Father’s Day.
At FloridaWise Magazine we strive to help make
your life easier and more enjoyable. In this issue, look
for ways to make sure your special “metrosexual” dad
has a special day. In addition, look for an exciting
behind the scenes look into the Palm Beach
International Film Festival or cool off with some ideas
for summer water sports and boating, or you may like
it hot with artist Laurance Rassin’s summer fashions.
We, at FloridaWise Magazine, wish you a wonderful,
relaxing summer and a happy Father’s Day!
Stephanie Coletto
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DiningWise
Cafe D’Angelo: Chef Angelo Morinelli
Takes on Southern Italy
S
outhern Italy is the birthplace of many dishes that Americans think of when
they think, “Italian food” – it’s rich and chunky tomato sauces, homemade
pastas, meatballs and pizzas. This and more is what you’ll find at Chef
Angelo Morinelli’s second Boca Raton restaurant, Cafe D’Angelo. Chef
Angelo made his name in South Florida with his modern Tuscan food
temple, Cucina D’Angelo. His work there has landed him on the list for the
South Florida Dining Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award and has put him in the
realm of South Florida’s top chefs. Now that Chef Angelo has conquered the fine
dining scene, he’s focusing his energies on … chicken parm?
It seems a far cry from the signature dishes at Cucina D’Angelo, but that’s exactly
the goal, says Chef Angelo. His aim here is to reinvigorate the Italian classics that have
been relegated to local pizza joints and frozen dinners. Sometimes you want lasagna
or linguini with clam sauce, but where can you go to have one of Florida’s top chefs
prepare it for you?
The menu at Cafe D’Angelo reflects that goal. Here you’ll find Spaghetti Al
Pomodoro, Veal Marsala, Linguini Vongole, manicotti, and, yes, chicken parmesan.
Difference is that Chef Angelo has added quality ingredients and his signature touch.
At Cafe D’Angelo, dishes like Calamari Fra Diavola are served simply and without
too much adornment. The focus is on the flavors.
Salads are all fresh and crunchy with lots of vegetables and freshly shaved
Parmesan cheese. The soups have familiar names like Pasta Fagioli, Zuppe di Vegatali
and Tortellini di Formaggio Brodo. The “pizza” here is more like a calzone. It’s served
enveloped in fresh baked focaccia bread. Like many dishes here, the pizzas are easily
shared between two people.
The pastas are homemade and feature such classics as lasagna, manicotti,
spaghetti and meatballs, Rigatoni a la Vodka, Linguini Vongole and Penne Puttanesca
among others. Again, Chef Angelo surprises the diner who thought they had tasted
these classics before. His versions, while hearty, still seem to have lightness to them,
meaning that when you finish dining you don’t feel as though you have to roll out the
door. Try the Scarapiello with its fall-off-the-bone chicken and sweet Italian sausage.
The earthy flavors are contrasted by Cipollini onions that are roasted along with sweet
peppers. Of course, there’s veal parmigiana. Chef Angelo opts to serve this bone-in.
It’s a whole veal chop pounded flat, lightly breaded and seared. It’s finished with
melted mozzarella and tomato sauce. Desserts are simple and not overly sweet.
There are tortes, tiramisu, profiterole and tartufo plus a variety of gelatos and
dessert specials. Cleanse the palate with a fresh cappucino or espresso
made by Cafe D’Angelo’s barista.
The lounge area is less formal. There is a full bar and a number
of wines by the glass. The area feels perfect for a beer and some
appetizers with friends.
Chef Angelo reminds us that this is a friends and family
restaurant. Nearly everything on the menu can be ordered
family-style. Most diners can eat for about $25 per person for
dinner.
Cafe D’Angelo is located at 8228 Glades Road in Boca
Raton. For reservations, call 561-451-4404 or walk-ins
welcome.
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DiningGuide
Jetsetter Lounge – International –
1132 N. Dixie Hwy., Lake Worth,
561-533-7999. A retro theme park for
modern minds.
Josh’s Sports Grill – American –
13889 Wellington Trace, Wellington,
561-795-6300. Sports bar, live music,
drink specials, kids’ night, game room
and Texas Holdum night.
Leila – Middle Eastern –
120 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach,
561-659-7373.
Pomodoro’s Italian Grille – Italian –
12793 West Forest Hill Blvd.,
Wellington, 561-793-0243. Dine in or
take out. Free delivery and catering
are available.
Sushi Jo – Japanese –
640 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach,
561-737-0606 and 319 Belvedere Rd.,
West Palm Beach, 561-868-7893.
Beyond fresh.
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SocietyWise
Girls’ Night Out Event Fundraiser Benefits
Women and Children in Palm Beach County
T
Back Row: Jane Myers,Vesna Oelsner, Darcy Farnan, Beverly
Robinson, Allison Rogers Haft, Sarah Alsofrom, Donna Lloyd
George and Patricia Mahaney. Front Row: Margaret Vento,
Angela Reynolds, Judy Preefer and Samantha Whiteman
Photography: Michael Davidoff
Honorary
Chairwoman
Kelley Dunn from
WPTV Channel 5
News with event
auctioneer
Dan Rosenthal of
United Healthcare,
Executive Director
Cathy Cohn and
Board Chair Peter
Nicoletti
he annual Girls’ Night Out event raised more than $60,000 for
women and children in Palm Beach County. Held at the Kravis
Center, guests dined on Asian cuisine prepared by Special
Impressions at the Breakers. Proceeds from the evening benefited
Healthy Mothers/Healthy Babies (HM/HB) by enabling the
organization to assist uninsured pregnant women with healthcare.
Peter Nicoletti, chairman of HM/HB board of directors said, “We are so
extremely grateful for the generosity of our donors and sponsors for their
assistance in helping us to raise more than $60,000 that evening.” United
Healthcare of South Florida was the overall event sponsor while The Palm
Beach Post, Mestal Foundation and Aetna sponsored the dinner, along with
contributions from 16 other area companies and individuals. The committee
consisted of Honorary Chairwomen Kelley Dunn, WPTV Channel 5 News
and Nicole Basile. Other members were Executive Director, Cathy Cohn,
Board Chair Peter Nicoletti, Director of Development Deborah Solow, Mary
Beth Crane, Penny Crown, Allison Rogers Haft, Angela Montella, Marilyn
Weinstein, Liz Yavinsky and Ruthanne Zentner.
HM/HB and the audience also recognized the contributions of past
board member and GNO Committee member, Allison Rogers Haft. In her
honor, Angela Kai Reynolds and Judy Preefer assisted the Girls’ Night Out
Committee in setting up the event.
“United Healthcare is pleased to support the HM/HB’s coalition,” says
Dan Rosenthal, CEO of United Healthcare. “Both our organizations are
dedicated to the critical needs of preventative prenatal care and helping
mothers to have healthy babies in Palm Beach County.”
Following dinner, Kelley Dunn conducted a live auction that included a
tour of the newsroom at Channel 5. Mayor Lois Frankel auctioned off a
chance to be mayor for a day along with a print of one of her paintings.
Bidders really responded when Virginia Lang, co-host of the Kevin & Virginia
Morning Show on Wild 95.5 FM gave guests the chance to be DJ on her
show.
To find out how to assure healthier futures for Palm Beach County
children and their families, call Deborah Solow at 561-732-2110 ext. 120.
Colonial Bank Raises more than
$120,000 During 4th Annual 5K
Run/Walk for Kids In Distress
Eris Sandler, president and CEO of retail banking for Colonial
Bank’s South Florida region; Thomas Tomczyk, president and
CEO of Kids In Distress; Raul Valdes-Fauli, president and CEO
of commercial lending for Miami-Dade County and Jaime
Castano, vice president, commercial lending officer
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ed by Honorary Chair Eris Sandler, president and CEO of retail
banking for Colonial Bank’s South Florida region, the community
rallied together in support of Kids In Distress where more than
800 people participated in the organization’s 4th Annual Taking
Steps 5K Run/Walk. Kids In Distress is a nationally accredited,
community-supported agency dedicated to the prevention of child
abuse, preservation of the family and the care and treatment of abused
children.
Hearts and Hope, Inc. 8th Annual Golf
Classic Benefiting Children’s Grief
Support Services
O
n Friday, May 11, Hearts and Hope, Inc. hosted their 8th
Annual Golf Classic, benefiting children’s grief support
services. The event was held at Frenchman’s Reserve
Country Club in Palm Beach Gardens. This event brought
together local businesses and community members for a fun
day on the golf course with a cocktail reception the evening
prior to help raise the much-needed funds to support this very important
program.
Jon Shainman of WPBF TV 25 welcomed the golfers. After golf, there was
a post-tournament awards reception featuring a live auction that included area
country club foursomes. Awards were given to the golf Champions Casey
Cunniff, Todd Orloff, Jeff Rollage and Sean Schanda. Awards were also
presented to the first and second runners up. Heath Randolph won the Closest
to the Pin contest and MLB Hall of Fame catcher, Gary Carter, won the Longest
Drive contest.
Sponsored by Promotional Sponsors Newsradio 1290 WJNO and WPBF
TV 25; Ace Sponsor: The C. Kenneth & Laura Baxter Foundation – David
Donten; Eagle Sponsors: Lydian Bank; Birdie Sponsors: Bernstein Global Wealth
Management, Nick Price Children’s Fund, Sandler O’Neill and Partners; Hole
Sponsors: Elk Christu & Bakst, LLP, Sherrye Fenton – Prudential Florida WCI
Realty, Fields Law Offices, Jupiter “Twins” Pizza, Mike and Debby Mulvihill,
Prosperity Insurance Group, Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, Anne
Thenot-Siegel, Southern Self Storage and Onshore Construction.
Hearts and Hope, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization devoted to providing
children ages 3 to 17 and their families who have experienced the death of a
loved-one, a safe place in which to share and experience loving support while
moving through the grieving and healing process.
For more information about Hearts and Hope, Inc., please call Susie
MacDonald, director of development, or Melissa Mulvihill, special events
coordinator, at 561-832-1913.
Awards were presented in numerous age categories, and a kid’s
“fun run” for 6- to 12-year-olds followed the 5K Run/Walk.
“This was an incredible fundraising effort by the Colonial Bank
team, led by Honorary Chair Eris Sandler,” said Thomas Tomczyk,
president and CEO of Kids in Distress. “We are tremendously grateful for
the fundraising efforts of all of our sponsors, corporate teams and
individual runners and walkers.
“As a result of their efforts, we will continue to create solutions,
focusing on early intervention and keeping our children safe through a
continuum of care with community partners.”
Sponsors included Colonial Bank’s South Florida region, Genesis
Press, Park ’N Fly, Southern Wine & Spirits of Florida, Broward County,
Carnival Cruise Lines, Motorola, Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate
Cares – Weston Road and Weston Town Center Offices, Whole Foods,
Publix, Waste Management, ATT Telcom, Pioneers Fitness 21, Barranco
Gonzalez Architecture Design Studios, Pomeroy Electric and Starbucks.
Claudia McCaig, Debbie Davis, David Donten of The C.
Kenneth & Laura Baxter Foundation and General Chairwoman,
Founder/Executive Director Patrice Austin
Longest Drive
contest winner
Gary Carter and
Closest to the Pin
contest winner
Heath Randolph
David Donten,
Heath Randolph,
Event Co-Chairmen
Mark Lopasky
and Gary Carter
Colonial Bank’s South Florida region record breaking
fundraising run/walk team, led by Honorary Event Chair Eris
Sandler, president and CEO of retail banking
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Arts & EntertainmentWise
The 2007 Palm
Beach International
Film Festival: What
a Week to
Remember!
By Victoria DeMatteo
“Hi, I’m Victoria DeMatteo with FloridaWise
Magazine. May I ask you a few questions” was
how my first celebrity interview began at
Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Club on the
evening of April 20, 2007
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I
was briefed by Terri Neal, Director of Public Relations and Carol
Marshall who is in charge of National Public Relations for the
2007 Palm Beach International Film Festival, as we walked
through a majestic palace garnished with magnificent
architecture and interior design. “The celebrities will walk through
the designated red carpet area. All reporters and photographers
will have their chance to speak with each celebrity. (No pushing, no
shoving, no cutting the proverbial line … so forth, and so on.) Any
questions?” Did she say red carpet? “No questions, but thank you
for the information,” was all I could muster up as I slowly realized
how lucky I was to be covering such an amazing event.
The Palm Beach International Film Festival (PBIFF), founded in
1996 by Commissioner Burt Aaronson and Philanthropist George
Elmore, has been offering Palm Beach County residents an exciting
cultural and artistic venue for 12 years. The event has hosted top
celebrities and filmmakers, including Academy Award Winners
Anthony Hopkins, Tommy Lee Jones and Dennis Hopper, as well as
Academy Award Nominees Sylvester Stallone, Salma Hayek,
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Far Left: Tristan Rogers as emcee of the PBIFF awards
gala; Academy Award nominee Malcolm McDowell;
PBIFF honoree Q’Orianka Kilcher; Vincenzo Amato star
of The Golden Door at Opening Night of PBIFF; Emmy
Award nominee Dylan McDermott; The Emeralds and
director, writer and actor Robert Davi at Closing Night of
PBIFF; Vincent Pastore of the Sopranos visits with G-Star
School of the Arts students
McDowell (Clockwork Orange and NBC’s Heroes), and the host of
the 12th Annual Grand Gala and Awards Presentation Tristan
Rogers (General Hospital).
As I made my way through the line of celebrities, I was
particularly impressed by two honorees, Dan Chinander and Marc
Meyers. Offering me an inside glimpse of the talent and artistry that
goes on “behind the scenes,” Dan and Marc made the evening not
only memorable, but truly inspirational for this local reporter just
Photography: Ralph Notaro
trying to do her job.
FishTale Production’s Dan Chinander, directed, produced, edited
Woody Harrelson and Burt Reynolds. The PBIFF has been
and co-wrote one of this year’s PBIFF debut films, Hiding Victoria.
recognized as one of the top 25 Independent Film Festivals in the
The film tells a story about a rebellious 22-year-old convicted felon
world in what has become a week long event that celebrates not
(Victoria) who must serve her sentence as “helpmate” to Althea, a
only American, but International Independent Film.
70-year-old wealthy woman. Victoria and this incredibly altruistic
Beginning Thursday, April 19 Palm Beach County enjoyed a
woman, learn that their seemingly different lives share in the
week long festival, which premiered a variety of films written,
universal truth that pulls them together in a captivating and inspiring
produced and directed by some of
story about the power of
tomorrow’s brightest and talented
forgiveness. Dan humbly
filmmakers. Highlight events of the
expressed his appreciation for the
week included Friday evening’s party
PBIFF not only for the accolades
at Mar-a-Lago Club, where filmmakers
Hiding Victoria received, but also
mingled poolside at one of the hottest
for how “it has opened doors for
resorts in Palm Beach County;
us to present our next project with
Saturday, April 21 was the premiere
studio executives.” Dan is currently
event of the week honoring some of
working on two new Disney-style
the most respected artists in the motion
films, Little Production Company
picture industry held at the Boca Raton
and Animal Air, and hopes to
Resort and Club; and Tuesday, April
work again with the local talent of
24 awarded local Florida students
Palm Beach County’s G-Star
$25,000 in scholarships, cash awards
School of the Arts for Motion
and prizes at this year’s Student
Pictures and Broadcasting. Hiding
Showcase of Films, where surprise
Victoria offered 10 students from
guest Vincent Pastore from the
G-Star “full-blown movie credits”
Sopranos made a special
for their dedication and hard work
appearance.
during the making of the film,
I was fortunate enough to meet
along with recognition on
many of the talented individuals being
imdb.com (The Internet Movie
honored during the week long event
Database), an accomplishment that
on Friday evening at Mar-a-Lago Club.
many people strive for their entire
With tape recorder in hand, music in
careers!
the background, cameras flashing,
Also premiering during the
and me, awkwardly leaning over the
2007 PBIFF was Approaching
red velvet ropes, I was quickly
Union Square, a film written and
humbled by the grace and sincerity of
directed by Marc Meyers, and
PBIFF honorees like Q’Orianka Kilcher
produced by Ibid Filmworks
(The New World, Pocahontas), Avery
partners Jody Girgenti and Marc
Sommers (Hiding Victoria), Malcolm
FishTale Production’s Dan Chinander and wife Deb
Meyers, which reveals a collage of
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Photo: Ibid Filmworks LLC
Marc Meyers, writer and director of Approaching Union Square
11 stories about individual characters (including a sex addict,
psychic, tourist and an Italian immigrant), as they struggle to find
love and connection in the big city, all while riding on a NYC bus.
Marc and Jody both shared their gratitude for the PBIFF saying,
“Without festivals we wouldn’t have the opportunity to have press
cover us. … and the PBIFF is particularly important to us because it
caters to a sophisticated audience … that is interested in sitting in a
theatre … experiencing moments of humor … and contemplation …
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as they relate to our own individual and universal desires.” Ibid
Filmworks is in pre-production of Harvest, a film which tells the story of a
Jewish-Italian family dealing with years of resentment and betrayal that
begin to surface as they come together one summer to care for their
dying patriarch, a WWII veteran.
The Palm Beach International Film Festival has served not only as a
venue for up and coming filmmakers to share their work with the public,
but it also serves as a valuable channel for local students interested in
filmmaking to experience the industry firsthand. As a not-for-profit
organization, the PBIFF has contributed over $1 million of festival
proceeds in the form of grants and scholarships to the film and television
programs of local area schools. For these students, the week long event
each year concludes with a student showcase awards ceremony where
a grand finale winner has the opportunity to have their work highlighted
on the “big screen.” “To be able to see those kids go up on stage and
win their awards, and they’re so young … was the highlight of the event
for me,” says Dan Chinander, also one of the judges for this year’s
student showcase ceremony.
My personal experience at this year’s Palm Beach International
Film Festival went well beyond my assignment to cover the event.
Interacting with these bright, talented filmmakers gave me invaluable
insight on the incredible creativity and artistic colors that lie just
beneath the surface of the movies that most people only experience
as a Friday night pastime. I would never have known how amazing,
difficult, time-consuming, and ultimately rewarding the motion picture
industry truly is, after all the cameras and microphones are turned
off. What an amazing experience!
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Boca Raton
Fabulous 4th, July 4 at
FAU, 6-9 p.m. Family
activities, games,
children’s rides with a
concert starring Wind
Symphony of Florida at
7:30 p.m. Fireworks at 9
p.m. Free.
Call P: 561-393-7806.
Gumbo Limbo Nature
Center, Taishi Ocean
Day Celebration, July 20,
6-8 p.m. Join other area
young professionals as we
celebrate, South Floridastyle, the Japanese national
holiday of Ocean Day.
Enjoy music, appetizers
and cooling refreshments
while observing some of
our sea life.
Call P: 561-495-0233.
Boynton Beach
The City of Boynton
Beach Recreation
Department’s Art
Center, The Very Merry
Un-birthday Party! June
23, 1-3 p.m. Crafts,
games, bounce house,
cake, ice cream and gifts!
Ages 5 – 9. $5 per child.
Call P: 561-742-6221.
Father & Son Game
Night, Aug. 11. Game
starts at 6:05 p.m. See
the Jupiter Hammerheads
play the Blue Jays. Fee
includes transportation,
dinner and keepsake
photo. Meet at the Art
Center at 5 p.m. For
tickets, call
P: 561-742-6239.
Salute to
Independence, July 4, 6
p.m-9:30 p.m. at the
Intracoastal Park on
Federal Hwy. The Ovation
Band will perform from 6 9, and the world famous
“Fireworks by Grucci” are
from 9-9:30 p.m. For
more info, call
P: 561-742-6246.
Delray Beach
Dad & Daughter Date
Night, June 15 – Delray
Beach Golf Club, 7-10
p.m. 2200 Highland Ave.,
P: 561-243-7277.
Art & Jazz on the
Avenue, June 28, 6-10
p.m. Open house for
restaurants, art galleries
and shops along Atlantic
Avenue in Downtown
Delray Beach. The
evening’s activities include
live entertainment,
restaurant festivities,
gallery showings and
special promotions by
merchants. Free. Call
P: 561-279-1380 Ext. 3.
July 4th Celebration,
July 4, A1A and Atlantic
Avenue. Activities for
Delray Beach’s July Fourth
Celebration start early in
the morning and continue
into the night. Highlights
include the annual Sand
Sculpting Competition,
Patriotic Bicycle/scooter
Parade, children’s
activities, entertainment on
the beach, great food,
and a fireworks display.
Call P: 561-279-1380.
Greenacres
“Ignite the Night”
July 4th Celebration,
July 4, 5-9 p.m. This is the
city’s Independence Day
celebration in Greenacres
Community Park. Music,
entertainment, amusement
rides, family games and a
grand fireworks display
round out this event. Call
P: 561-642-2181.
Jupiter
Maltz Jupiter Theatre,
Charlotte’s Web, July 14.
This classic story based on
the beloved book by E.B.
White brings us the
charming tale of Fern and
her young pet pig Wilbur.
Activities begin at 9 a.m.,
Showtime is 10 a.m.
The Wiz, July 22,
presented by the
Children’s Theatre Institute
Junior Summer
Conservatory. Showtimes
are 2 and 7:30 p.m.
Shark Tale, July 28. In this
whale of a tale fast-talking
Oscar is a little fish that
ends up at the scene of
the crime when the son of
a shark mob boss is killed.
Activities begin at 9 a.m.
Showtime is 10 a.m. For
info and tickets, call
P: 561-575-2223.
Lake Worth
Evening on the
Avenues, every Friday at
downtown Lake Worth on
Lake Avenue, restaurants
and shops are open for a
weekly street festival
featuring music, food and
arts and crafts.
Call P: 561-582-4401.
The Sunday Art
Workshop Series is
held every Sunday from
12-2 p.m. The workshops
take place at 1629 N J
Terrace, $10 fee -- RSVP
required. All supplies are
provided, plus
refreshments. Eclectic
Collage is now offered
every week in addition to
the featured workshop.
For a list of workshops,
please visit the Web site:
www.talyacreates.com
The Grateful Garden,
Natural Food Market
and Coop, Every Friday
from 8 to midnight.
Located at 722 Lake Ave.
in downtown Lake Worth.
The Grateful Garden
celebrates community with
live music, drumming, and
dancing. Led by Grammy
nominated, percussionist
Michael Moses.
Call P: 561-582-0844.
Tropic Fest, July 4,
North Bryant. Celebrate
Independence Day and
the city’s birthday with
family fun, great music
and spectacular fireworks.
Call P: 561-582-4401.
Palm Beach Gardens
Ra Sushi, Nicky’s Week
Silent Auction, June 2, 510 p.m. Join us for our
3rd Annual event
supporting Nicky’s Week.
Items include fishing trips,
artworks, gift certificates
and more. All proceeds
benefit St. Jude Children’s
Research Hospital. Free.
Call P: 561-340-2112.
Riviera Beach
Palm Beach Princess’
Father’s Day, June 17
at 10:30 a.m. or 6:30
p.m. sailings. Bring your
father for a special day
together and celebrate in
style with our Grand
Champagne Brunch. Call
P: 1-800-841-7447.
West Palm Beach
Clematis by Night,
Every Thursday night from
5:30-9 p.m. in Centennial
Square at the top of
Clematis Street. Featuring
the area’s best rock, R&B,
reggae, blues, soul and
swing music.
Sunday at the Meyer,
every 4th Sunday of the
month thru October at
4:30-7:30 p.m. at sunset
on the waterfront, local
bands entertain tourists,
visitors and residents at
the outdoor Meyer
Amphitheatre. Free.
P: 561-659-8007.
6th Annual Palm
Beach County Boat
Show, June 22-24 at the
South Florida Expo
Center. The 6th Annual
Palm Beach County Boat
Show is an extravaganza
of powerboats, pleasure
boats, flats boats, bass
boats, cruisers and every
type of nautical accessory
you can imagine! All
buildings are air
conditioned. Thursday: 12
-7 p.m.; Friday and
Saturday: 10 -8 p.m.;
Sunday: 10 -7 p.m. For
tickets, call
P: 561-793-0333.
Kravis Center for the
Performing Arts, The
Worlds Biggest Tea Party,
July 13-15. Teapots,
rainbows, castles,
balloons and fancy dressup clothes fill the stage
and hearts of children and
families when Pinkie Pie
and her Ponyville friends
host the biggest tea party
of the year. Friday: 7
p.m.; Saturday: 10:30
a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sunday:
2 p.m. The Fab Four
Beatles Tribute, August 4
at 8 p.m. With amazing
attention to detail, these
talented lads replicate that
famous Liverpool sound
and look with all the
charm and youthful wit
To advertise in FloridaWise Magazine call 561.649.0335
that made the Beatles a
household name. Shout!
The Mod Musical, July 10August 5, Tuesday through
Sunday, Marshall E.
Rinker, Sr. Playhouse. The
return engagement of last
year’s sold-out SHOUT!
The Mod Musical brings
together five groovy girls
who celebrate the music
of Petula Clark, Dusty
Springfield and Lulu. Call
1-800-KRAVIS-1.
Palm Beach Kennel
Club, Father's Day
celebration, June 17 at
11:30 a.m. Palm Beach
Kennel Club salutes all
dads with free admission
and giveaways for men,
plus Father’s Day Feature,
featuring eight top male
greyhounds, food and
drink specials. Free
admission for all dads.
Independence Day
Celebration, July 4 at
11:30 a.m. The
Budweiser All-Star Feature
is among the highlights of
our holiday celebration,
which also includes 15
superfecta races, a radio
remote, barbeque
specials, prize drawings,
giveaways and more.
Call P: 561-683-2222.
Norton Museum of
Art, Tigers of Wrath:
Watercolors by Walton
Ford, June 16 thru August
26. Watercolors by
Walton Ford will present
approximately fifty of the
artist’s large-scale works
on paper. Regular
museum business hours.
For more info, call
P: 561-832-5196.
Fourth on Flagler, July 4,
9 p.m. On the West Palm
Beach waterfront along
Flagler Drive in downtown
West Palm Beach from
Banyan to Fern. Palm
Beach County’s biggest
and best Independence
Day celebration, features
non-stop live entertainment
on three stages, interactive
kid’s area, street
performers, reasonably
priced food and
beverages.
Call, P: 561-659-8007.
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Salon and
Spa Gift
Certificates
for Dad?
By Elysa Ross
M
etrosexual is the
latest term used to
describe today’s
man who we all
know. He is the stayat-home dad who
wears Gucci loafers to the playground.
He is the mechanic and father of three
that gets weekly manicures. He is the
construction crew foreman who
subscribes to GQ so his kids think “he’s
in the know.” For this reason, it has
now become cool for men to have their
shoes and belts match, to wear
undershirts without armpit stains and to
use the word “fabulous” without others
questioning his orientation. There is a
new appreciation of the fashionforward, well-coiffed dad. For Father’s
Day, think of something other than a
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tie, a football or a calendar.
Today’s men enjoy indulgences. Lounging at a spa in a
plush terry robe and cushy slippers and melting into a massage
are just as appreciated by men. For Father’s Day, think salon
and spa gift certificates. Another Look Salon offers packages
such as “Guy Time,” which includes a back facial, a handmassage and brow grooming; as well as the “Corporate
Escape,” which has a man’s facial, a head and neck massage
and a haircut. Personal hygiene has also become “in” with
dads. Skincare lines such as Dermalogica and Arbonne have
grown to offer products with masculine, musky scents. A good
eye cream is now appreciated by both genders. Men get
those lines and crepes under their eyes too, you know. This
ying and yang balances an appreciation of aesthetics with
being strong and protective manly-men.
In addition to pampering your father or husband, doing
something simple and nice for today’s busy dad would be
appreciated. Take the garbage out and actually wash the
inside of the can. Clean up after the family dog in the yard.
Clean the gutters. If doing any of this seems too far-fetched,
hire someone else to do it for dad! Everyone wants to be
appreciated even our designer-wearing, garbage-toting, dogwalking, gutter-cleaning metrosexuals!
Happy Father’s Day!
— Elysa Ross; owner of Another Look Salon, Licensed Aesthetician, and
Makeup Artist. Visit Another Look’s Web site at www.anotherlook.tv or
call toll-free 866.the.glam for more information. The salon is located
within the Brookside Square Plaza, at 10613 Wiles Rd., Coral
Springs. Call P: 954-345-4526 for an appointment.
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FashionWise
Hot Summer
Fashions
American artist
Laurance Rassin
puts it as
“Art in Motion”
R
ecognized as a true rising star in
the international art world, Rassin
has taken his original art work and
began creating beautiful, bold
fabrics and fashion concepts based
on them. His collection made quite
a splash at Palm Beach’s Fashion Week 2007
where he debuted his women’s artsy, summer
wearables during opening night festivities at the
Mar-a-Lago Club.
Day turns into night and back again with
this French 1960s inspired “electric blue” duo.
Sumptuous silk crepe with a whisper of spandex
makes these two dresses perfect for anyone who
wants to effortlessly light up a room and do it all
night.
Left – “Day 4 Night” silk crepe gown
designed by Nile Cmylo.
Right – “Beach 2 Bistro” silk crepe cover-up
Fabric design based from original art
“Night in Morocco” oil on canvas, 2006
currently exhibited at the Riad Meriem in
Marrakech, Morocco.
Photography: Nick Tamposi
Hair and Makeup: Marianne Tamposi of
P Model Management and
Elysa Ross of Another Look Salon
Models from P Model Management
(L) Ashley and (R) Michelle
Location: The Moorings of Lantana
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Whether you are cruising the night
waters or having a romantic
brunch, be beautiful for the ones
you love in these limited and
signed pieces of wearable art.
These unique chic 100 percent
cashmere items are “Cubist
cute.”
Left – scoop neck dress – cotton candy.
Center – empire tunic – ruched black
and white.
Right – empire tunic – cotton candy.
Fabric design based from original art
“Morning Glory” oil on canvas and
Persian tapestry, 2006.
Sweaters designed by blu stocking
Models from P Model Management
(L) Star, (C) Cassie and (R) Danielle
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Be unmistakably sexy in
one of these “Bedroom
2 Beach” silk, custom
suits that clearly show
off your dangerous
curves. These bikinis
and the silk matching
scarves are ideal for
those all day and
night excursions to
Sobe or Vegas.
The Laurance Rassin Collection can be exclusively purchased at
John de Medeiros located at 150 Worth Ave., Palm Beach,
561-659-5424 or can be viewed at www.digitalookbook.com.
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Left – Fabric design based from original art
“Morning Glory” print silk bikini with silk scarf.
Center – Fabric design based from original art
“Girl’s Night Out” print silk bikini with silk scarf.
Right – Fabric design based from original art
“Menage a Toto” print silk bikini with silk scarf
Great Gifts for Father’s Day
Dawn’s Designer
Baskets and Gifts
It’s dads turn to receive a unique and exceptional
gift. These custom-created gift baskets give true
meaning to the words, “how thoughtful!” No matter
what the occasion, Dawn’s Designer Baskets and Gifts
create baskets for customers who desire to send unique,
lasting gifts of appreciation, celebration and honor that
speak longer than flowers. They offer hand-delivery to
Palm Beach and north Broward counties and courier
service delivery to south Broward, Miami-Dade, Martin
and St. Lucie counties. Order online at
www.dawnsdesignerbaskets.com or call 561-379-7078.
Verizon Wireless
Casio G'zOne
If your dad does everything from camping to
boating, then the Verizon Wireless Casio G'zOne,
exclusively distributed by UTStarcom, makes the
perfect gift. It is designed to perform in the toughest
of conditions. In addition to passing tough military
standards (MIL-Standard 810F) for water, dust and
shock resistance, this device sports a 2.0 Megapixel
Camera for capturing PIX and FLIX, Voice Activated
Dialing and a Speakerphone with GPS capabilities.
Available now for $199.99 with a 2-year contract. For
more information, visit www.utstar.com/pcd.
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PC5750 Broadband
Wireless Card
For the dad who can't live without his laptop, the
UTStarcom PC5750 Broadband Wireless Card, available
through Verizon Wirelesss, is designed to allow dad to
access the Internet at broadband speeds at all times. The
UTStarcom PC5750 operates on Verizon Wireless
broadband network with typical download speeds of 450800 kbps and uploads speeds of 300-400 kbps. With the
PC5750 and VZAccess Manager, dads can connect to
corporate applications, email, instant messaging and the
Internet. This PC Card also comes with a high performance
hinged antenna and an external antenna connector to boost
signal strength and improve network connectivity in fringe
areas. The UTStarcom PC5750 is Windows Vista™ capable,
and is available now for $149.99 with a two-year contract.
For more information, visit www.utstar.com/pcd.
Write in to Win!
The Maui Spa & Wellness Center is the aspiration of Gayle
Wentworth, a former resident of the Island of Maui.
This state-of-the-art spa and wellness center combines Eastern
and Western influences, offering guests 10 private spa treatment
rooms, a hydrotherapy Hana Room™, a Kipahulu Relaxation
Room, a full-service salon, spa retail and a garden lounge
rooftop amidst a Feng Shui balanced environment. The spa offers
guests the complete healing
experience with the professional
services of an acupuncturist,
chiropractor and
psychotherapist. Located at
2100 NW Boca Raton Blvd.,
Boca Raton.
Write in to win!
Write in why you
think your mother and father could use a day of
total relaxation and pampering. All letters will be
entered into our Readers’ Giveaway Contest. The
Winner will receive a gift certificate for two for a
day of total pampering at The Maui Spa &
Wellness Center. Email your response to
[email protected] or mail it to
P.O. Box 541600, Greenacres, FL 33454.
The Levi’s® brand, the originator
and preeminent purveyor of jeanswear,
opened a new store in Wellington, Fla.,
that offers the best range of fits and styles
in the region – making it easier than ever
for Palm Beach shoppers to find that
perfect fitting pair of jeans. The new
Levi’s® Store is the first West Palm Beach
location for the brand located at The Mall
at Wellington Green at 10300 W. Forest
Hills Blvd. With the best and largest
selection of Levi’s® Jeans, the store now
makes Wellington one of the ultimate
shopping destination sites in the Palm
Beach area for jeanswear.
Write in to win!
The first 20 readers who
write in to us about “why you love Levi’s jeans” will be
entered into our Readers’ Giveaway Contest. The
winners will receive a $30 gift certificate to the new
Levi’s® Store in Wellington and have their reasons
published in an upcoming issue of FloridaWise
Magazine. Email your response to
[email protected] or mail it to
P.O. Box 541600, Greenacres, FL 33454.
SportsWise
Palm Beach
County Boating,
Fishing &
Water Sports
“The Best Place
to Play!”
By Rob Chiavetta
P
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alm Beach County is home to many sporting events, but
when it comes to fun-in-the-sun water sports, Palm Beach
County is truly “The Best Place to Play!” Famous for its
beautiful beaches, Palm Beach County takes a back seat
to none for the outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy the likes
of boating, fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, water
skiing, wakeboarding, jet skiing or just plain relaxing in the
water. These activities are suitable for everyone. Coupled with an
ideal climate averaging a balmy 75 degrees, water sports are
enjoyed year round in Palm Beach County for residents and
visitors alike.
The Atlantic Ocean offers deep-sea fishing, diving, sailing,
and even offshore powerboat races. You can go boating, fishing,
windsailing and water skiing on the Intracoastal Waterway and
on many county lakes especially Lake Okeechobee, which is the
second-largest freshwater lake completely within the United States.
Additionally, The National Water Skiing Championships are often
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held at Okeeheelee Park, which is considered by some to be one
of the top water skiing competition sites in the United States.
Scuba enthusiasts can take advantage of the myriad of interesting
crevices and ledges of natural and artificial reefs and wrecks,
some of which feature sunken vessels positioned by the county’s
Artificial Reef Program. In addition to the exciting water sports,
the county offers individuals, groups and families the ability to
rent a canoe or kayak at Okeeheelee Park or the Jupiter Outdoor
Center. The county’s three water parks, Calypso Bay in Royal
Palm Beach, Coconut Cove in Boca Raton and The Rapids Water
Park in Rivieria Beach offer another great, relaxing way to cool
yourself off from the hot Florida sun. Peanut Island and the Jupiter
Inlet also provide a favorite destination for boaters and water
recreation activities.
The Joy of Boating
Listening to the sounds of the water flowing as your boat
cruises on a lake or the Intracoastal Waterway can be truly
enjoyable. The relaxing, trickling sound of water invokes a feeling
of freedom and meditation with the surrounding elements of
nature. Boating is a great way for people to free their minds from
their daily work pressures. Another great advantage of boating is
that it provides a unique gateway to spending quality time with
beloved family or friends while enjoying nature, discovering new
places or enjoying a fishing activity.
Palm Beach County offers numerous opportunities for boating
enthusiasts to enjoy boating on our beautiful waterways even if
you don’t own a boat. Boats of all shapes, sizes and styles are
available for rent. For those who enjoy boating on a more
frequent basis, Palm Beach County offers the ability to obtain a
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membership at one of the areas Boating Clubs like The Boat Fleet
of Lantana, which offers an affordable way to enjoy boating on a
regular basis by taking speedy powerboats out for a ride,
relaxing out in the sun on a deck boat, settling into a favorite
fishing spot with a center console fishing boat or cruising the seas
upon a captain chartered yacht. All can be enjoyed without the
hassle of ownership, maintenance and upkeep. There is no doubt
that boating fun is plentiful throughout our county and can be a
great experience for all! The time you spend when you are
boating with family or friends will forge priceless memories to
look back on fondly in the future.
Fishing
Palm Beach County offers some of the best offshore and
inshore fishing in the world. The greater Palm Beach area is one
of the few places in the world where both fresh water and salt
water fishing are within 30 minutes of the angler. In addition to
more than 200 fresh water species that can be caught in the
county’s lakes, the Atlantic Ocean, which borders Palm Beach
County’s coastline, offers thousands more species of fish from
grunts to sharks.
When summer hits the area, it’s amazing how the ocean
comes alive. The big draw for many is dolphin. June is also a
great time to target wahoo. The kingfish and bonito blitz are on
along with a multitude of other species too numerous to mention.
Sharks, big wahoo, barracuda, and every now and then a blue
marlin can be seen feeding on the offal. Drift boat charters along
with deep-sea charters are located throughout our area and offer
a fun and, if you’re lucky, rewarding fishing experience for both
novice and expert fisherman alike.
If freshwater fishing tickles your fancy, there are an
abundance of freshwater lakes and canals in our area that are
sure to satisfy even the most discerning freshwater angler. Around
Lake Okeechobee, the deeper holes in the rim canal are a good
place to target from a boat or walk the banks of the coastal
canals closer to home. However, keep in mind that huge
alligators can be seen all over the place, so keep an eye out if
you like walking the banks casting to bass and bluegill!
One of the greatest parent-child activities is to take your child
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out for a day of fishing. The cooperative work, learning new skills
and sharing experience and knowledge can enhance your
relationship with your child as well as provide a tremendous
bonding experience. With the opportunity to fish anywhere in
South Florida, it can also be an economical activity that any
family can afford.
Water Sports
In addition, Palm Beach County is also home to a wide
variety of water sports. Whether it’s scuba diving, snorkeling,
water skiing, wakeboarding, jet skiing or parasailing, there are a
plethora of water sports choices available to satisfy everyone’s
taste.
Scuba diving and snorkeling in Palm Beach County offers
some of the best attractions in the world. There are many options
just off the Palm Beach coastline. Divers can visit a different reef
and wreck site every day for over a month! Many divers have
expressed their astonishment at the fantastic fish life and majestic
underwater topography of the reefs and wrecks of West Palm
Beach.
The county also offers scenic jet skiing with some of the
world’s largest fleets of personal watercraft available. Soar above
Palm Beach, Singer Island and exotic marine life as you parasail
from one of the many parasailing boats available in the area.
South Florida is a playground for popular water sports. There
is truly no better place than Palm Beach County to explore the
waters. You can enjoy any of these activities for romance, fun
with friends and family or for some good old-fashioned
competition. For boating, fishing and water sports, Palm Beach
County is truly “The Best Place to Play!”
Hurricane Preparedness Tips For Boat Owners
H
urricane season blows into the Atlantic Basin on
June 1, and experts are forecasting a very active
hurricane season with a high probability of U.S.
landfall. However, these grim predictions don’t
have to spell disaster for boaters if steps are taken
to properly prepare for stormy weather. Boating
retailer MarineMax has tips for boat owners to help protect their
boats and yachts from excessive damage during hurricanes and
other storms.
• When possible, store boats out of the water on land or on
a lift to protect them from dangerous storm surges. If the boat is
on a lift, tether the bow and stern to the lift itself so that high
water will not float it off the lift. Placing an anchor from the boat
on the lift to nearby land can also be effective in the event the lift
becomes damaged.
• Remove all canvas and boat covers if possible and secure
below or store elsewhere. Canvas, at best, can withstand winds
up to approximately 70 mph and flapping canvas can damage
the Gel-Coat.
• When docked, double or triple-line boats, allowing them to
move with the water but keeping them tight enough to prevent the
vessel from slamming against stationary poles and docks – this is
traditionally the cause of most boat damage.
• Duct tape vertical windows to prevent water from entering
the boat. Then tighten down the hatches. If possible, duct tape
engine room vents to prevent rain intrusion.
• Position fenders where they will best protect the hull from
surrounding stationary objects. The boat will rise and fall with
changing water levels and adjusting fenders will be impossible.
Position the fenders on the stationary objects such as pilings or
docks that pose a constant threat to the hull.
• Be sure boats are properly insured, and have all insurance
documentation handy in case of damage. Photograph and/or
videotape boats and yachts for use as additional property
documentation. Photograph and/or videotape boats and yachts
after they are secured as proof that prudent and reasonable care
was taken to protect the property. If possible, also take pictures of
neighboring boats to document how they were secured.
• Remove all portable electronics, valuables and any items
that could potentially be damaged or stolen. Remove and secure
loose items such as seat cushions, throw-able cushions and boat
hooks that could potentially cause damage.
• Clean out lockers and refrigerators of perishable foods and
take those items with you.
• Do not lock the boat or yacht. After a storm authorities will
secure the area and check buildings and boats for people and
will break down all locked doors to complete a thorough sweep.
Thieves will get into a boat anyway if they are looking for
valuables. Leaving doors unlocked for authorities can reduce
further damage.
For more information, call your local MarineMax dealership
or visit www.marinemax.com.
AdviceWise
Mind-Body-Spirit Health
“Your body is your only home. It is your responsibility to be mentally sharp,
physically strong, emotionally balanced and spiritually conscious.”
By Sophie Skover
T
his is a concept that I use to describe what it means to
be healthy on all levels: Mind, Body and Spirit. We
hear about health everywhere. Information such as:
Carbs are bad, exercise is healthy, do yoga, go on the
cookie diet, etc. But what is it that we are really trying to
accomplish? What does health really look like? Health is
being balanced in your Mind, bringing the Body into harmony, and
having a trust with your Spirit.
First, we have the Mind.
The mind is not limited to the space between your ears, but
rather is an amazing interaction with your thoughts and feelings. The
power that exists in our mind is immense. Everyday our minds think,
reflect and process. Then, our emotions feel and express the
outcome. Our thoughts and feelings are a very important part of our
experience and when we gain control over them, we can begin to
create what we want. The first step is becoming aware that we are
the masters of our thoughts. The second step is choosing how you
want to feel and realigning your thinking to that. I am not talking
about just positive thinking. I am talking about claiming the power
over your thinking and beginning to create the life you really want to
live.
Next, we have the Body.
The underlying goals are physical strength, flexibility, hydration,
proper posture and balanced nutrition. Many programs out there
teach these principles, but it is imperative that you find what works
for you. The simplest way to reconnect to your body is through
proper posture. This starts with placing all the bones in their proper
place. Subsequently, muscles connect to these bones, which
decrease the risk for injury and increase the look of health. Follow
these guidelines before starting any exercise program. Stand up,
legs shoulder width apart, knees slightly bent, abs tight, chest up,
shoulders back and down and breathe. Do this through out the day
or when ever you think about it. Once you correct your posture, you
will notice that you will feel more connected to your body.
Last, we have the Spirit.
I am not talking about religion, church or a place you have to
go. I am talking about a simple concept called listening. We all have
a voice on the inside that speaks to us. This is called your intuition
which you were equipped with to navigate your way through this
world. As you develop your relationship with this intuitive voice, life
begins to feel easier; like there is a path in front of you that is
already carved and all you have to do is follow. Try to connect to
this voice for 10 minutes a day. Make time to stop and breathe.
Close your eyes and sit with the intention of connecting to yourself.
We all have intuition speaking to us, by eliminating the outer noise
for 10 minutes a day can make this inner voice more clear. As you
begin to listen to your heart, peace will begin to unfold in your
existence.
Finding this picture of health on the inside will truly help the
beauty emerge on the outside. The power each of us holds to take
control of our own well-being is immense. Connect the power of
your Mind, the movement of your Body and the guidance of your
Spirit. Breathe and give your life the Health you deserve.
— Sophie Skover has been working in the field of fitness for the past six
years and found that you cannot heal emotional/mental/spiritual issues
with a fitness solution. (All components need to be balanced in order to
have a person functioning optimally). Sophie has healed from an eating
disorder and the process of that healing transformed her life. She spent
five intense years working on her recovery and found that Life Coaching
was the most successful form of healing. Currently she has her own
Holistic Life Coaching business, LSS Harmony, and spends her days
helping others restore harmony and balance back into their lives. She is
certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) as an
Optimal Performance Trainer (OPT). She graduated from Palm Beach
Atlantic University with a degree in Psychology, and is now certified as a
Holistic Life Coach, through the Spencer Institute. Sophie Skover can be
reached at P: 561-252-4800 or visit: www.lssharmony.com.
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How an IRA May Potentially Boost Retirement Savings
By Jonathan J. Meyers
T
he IRA, a popular retirement savings vehicle, has always
given your earnings the benefit of tax-deferred growth.
Now, with higher contribution limits due to tax law
changes, you can potentially boost your retirement
savings even more than in the past. If you haven’t
already done so, consider contributing now for 2007
because the sooner you start saving, the sooner your money can
start growing tax-deferred. For 2007, you are eligible to contribute
up to $4,000, plus an additional $1,000 if you’re 50 years of age
or older. That’s a total of $5,000 for someone age 50 or older.
How Funds Can Add Up
Let’s use the example of a 50-year-old investor who makes the
maximum contribution to an IRA for 2007, then continues to
contribute the maximum in years to come ($6,000 in 2008 and
assuming the same maximum thereafter).
The chart illustrates what the investor stands to accumulate,
given various timeframes and hypothetical annual rates of return.
5.5%
7.5%
10 Years
$79,792
$89,190
15 Years
$139,613
$165,508
20 Years
$217,797
$275,073
At a hypothetical 7.5 percent annual return, the investor would accumulate $165,508 by age 65. If the investor’s
spouse makes the same contributions, the couple would accumulate $331,016.
This hypothetical example is provided for illustrative purposes only and is not meant to represent the
performance of any specific investment product. Data assumes a 50-year-old making maximum annual Jan. 1
contributions of $5,000 for 2007 and $6,000 for 2008 and thereafter. This illustration does not take charges,
commissions, fees or expenses into consideration.
The Value of Consolidation
You may also want to consider consolidating your IRA assets in
a single account at one full-service firm. A consolidated account can
provide certain benefits:
• Integrated investment strategy – a consolidated account can
make it easier for you to determine and monitor a single asset
allocation strategy for all your IRA savings and keep that strategy on
track.
• Consolidated recordkeeping – by consolidating all your IRA
assets in one place, you may be able to limit the account charges
that you pay, and you’ll have just one easy-to-view source for all of
your IRA information. Among other things, this should make
determining your RMDs a simpler process.
A financial advisor can assist you in determining how to invest
your IRA assets to help address your investment objectives, taking
into account your time horizon, risk tolerance and other
circumstances. If you want to take full advantage of increased
contribution limits, don’t delay. Contact a financial advisor today.
Neither UBS Financial Services Inc. nor its employees provide
tax or legal advice. You must consult with your legal and/or tax
advisors regarding your personal circumstances.
Distributions from tax-deferred accounts are subject to income
taxes and, if made prior to age 59 1/2, may be subject to a 10
percent penalty. The information contained in this article is based on
sources believed reliable, but its accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Points to Consider
It is important to note that returns on your IRA investments are
not guaranteed and you may even lose principal. Here are a few
facts you should know:
• The increased contribution limits offer greater opportunities for
tax-deferred growth than were available in the past.
• Earnings on your IRA contributions accumulate on a taxdeferred basis.
• Your IRA contributions may or may not be tax-deductible
based on eligibility requirements. Consult your tax advisor.
• Only nondeductible contributions may be withdrawn tax-free.
Withdrawals of tax-deductible contributions, as well as all earnings,
are taxed as ordinary income.
• A 10 percent penalty tax is applied to the taxable amount of
any withdrawal an individual makes before they reach age 59 1/2,
with certain exceptions. (Distributions of earnings prior to age 59
1/2 are not subject to the 10 percent penalty if taken because of
disability or death, as substantially equal periodic payments over life
expectancy, for purposes of paying medical expenses in excess of
7.5 percent of AGI, for certain unemployed individuals to pay
medical insurance premiums, for first-time home purchases (lifetime
limit of $10,000 per taxpayer) or for qualified higher education
expenses.)
• Required minimum distributions (RMDs) must be taken by
individuals over age 70 1/2.
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Award-Winning, Santaluces High School Marching Chiefs
To Perform At Independence Day Parade In Nation’s Capital
“Music is about communication, creativity and cooperation; and by studying music in school, students have
the opportunity to build on these skills, enrich their lives, and experience life from a new perspective.”
— Bill Clinton, President, United States of America
L
ake Worth’s Santaluces High School Marching Chiefs, two
time FMBC Class 4A State Championship winners,
received a special invitation to perform at America’s
2007 Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C., on
July 4th. This year, the Marching Chiefs were personally
selected by the Governor’s Office to perform at America’s
birthday celebration.
The invitation is an honor in which only 15 marching bands
throughout the entire U.S., at both college and high school levels,
are chosen to perform.
The parade consists of invited bands, military and specialty
units, floats and VIP’s, and is a patriotic, flag waving, red, white
and blue celebration of America’s birthday. The Marching Chiefs
are expected to perform before a street audience of over
300,000 spectators. Known for its outstanding performances, the
band consists of nearly 140 students in various categories:
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marching band, color guard, winter guard, concert band, wind
ensemble and jazz band.
In the past, the marching band has been invited to perform at
such events as the Rose Bowl, Sugar Bowl and the Orange Bowl,
and was even invited to London, England, to perform for the
queen. Since 1994, band director Evan Rogovin, who took a
rogue 38-member band and transformed it into a 140-piece
ensemble with two State Championship titles, has headed the
Santaluces Marching Chiefs.
We are seeking to raise $135,000 each year for our band
program, and need an additional $90,000 this year in order to
send them to this exciting parade. Your generous contribution will
help impact the lives of these teens and help them take pride in
themselves and their many accomplishments.
For more information, contact Evan Rogovin at
561-642-6237 or email [email protected].
Real EstateWise
Development
Dynamics in
South Florida
By Neil M. Shpritz
T
oday’s high costs involved in recruiting a
workforce to South Florida was the
subject of an article I just finished reading
in a local newspaper column. Cited were the oftenheard anecdotes of some of the firms moving from our
state. The issues, however, are quite complex. Indeed,
there has been a decline in population as people have moved
away to other states or to less expensive areas within Florida.
Much of the blame is rightfully laid at the steps of taxes and
insurance. However, the prime subject of my remarks goes to
more fundamental issues. It goes to the very heart of economic
development and what we want our economy to be in the future.
First, a bit of historical perspective. “Selling Florida”
historically was accomplished by talking about our magnificent
weather, attracting senior retirees and being the low cost provider
of labor. This was a rather common business attraction device,
one used by many Sun Belt states in particular. With the relatively
unskilled labor force required for tourism and to some degree,
agriculture, this strategy worked quite effectively!
Fast forward now to 21st century Florida. There is a highly
concerted effort to attract high technology jobs of all fashions. Job
requirements include a much higher level of education and
expertise. Consequently, the cost of living becomes higher as the
workforce earns higher wages and demands a much higher level
of services, especially in education, housing stock, transportation
efficiencies, and quality of life matters.
It is a labor force that places a tremendous emphasis upon
education, from K-12 to college and graduate school. And, isn’t
that really what economic development professionals owe to
potential employers and employees?
We cannot afford to be left behind in a “time warp” and just
promote costs. Please remember, there is much truth in the adage
that one can always find someone who will perform a service or
produce a product cheaper. Nevertheless, we are often
disappointed when we buy something at a “too good to be true”
price?
Major public and private sector investments in infrastructure
are required to make South Florida truly attractive for employers
offering quality jobs. However, the failure to move our economy
into one making our region a national leader will cost us much
more in the long run.
Frankly, our area has the potential for such a leadership role.
We certainly should be able to have an economic climate that
would keep people of all ages here.
This columnist is aware of the painful transition from a lowestcost mindset to a dynamic, diversified economy. The train has
already left the station; Florida will no longer offer the lowest
costs in today’s (or tomorrow’s) global economy!
The results from transforming our heavily-populated region
(fifth largest metropolitan area in the nation) into the economic
powerhouse it deserves to be are more than worth the growing
pains! Costs can be competitive and very attractive; the days of
bargain basements are gone as we move to the quality model.
See you next time.
— Neil Shpritz has been an economic development professional for more
than 35 years. His national experiences encompass both the private and
public sectors. He can be reached at P: 561-306-6860 or by email,
[email protected].
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