May 2006

$3.95
May 2006
A Premier
Publication
for the
Residents
of South
Florida
inside:
EB Silk’s Sizzling
Home Makeover
Get Your Feet Sandal
Ready for Summer
The HEAT’s Dwyane Wade
Summer Fun
and Family Time
Tommy
Bahama
and Eres
Suit Up
for the
Summer
Features
FashionWise
Tommy Bahama and Eres
Swimsuit Fashions ... 12
DecoratingWise
The Final Touch ... 8
Departments
DiningWise
Nicole’s Village Tavern ... 4
HealthWise
EEEW! Is This Growing in Your
House ... 16
SocialWise
BeautyWise
Get Your Feet Sandal Ready
for Summer ... 15
Hats Off to the “Hearts of
Hope”! ... 21
Arts & EntertainmentWise
SportsWise
Wade and James ... 26
Calendar ... 19
Local “Happenings” ... 27
Mama Mia! ... 20
Real EstateWise
AdviceWise
An Introduction to ETFs ... 22
Emotional Intelligence for Both
Leaders and Employees ... 23
Development Dynamics in
South Florida ... 28
Is Our Bubble
About to Burst? ... 29
Summer Fun and
Family Time ... 24
May 2006
Publisher/
Marketing Director
Dawn M. Anderson
About the Cover
Photography by Stacey Rybak
Shot on location at Boynton Beach Inlet
Model: Jenny Tripodi
Swimwear by Tommy Bahama
Co Publisher/
Executive Vice President of Production
Anthony J. Anderson
Chief Editor
Stephanie Coletto
Managing Editor
Rebecca Accardi
Photographer/Graphics Designer
Stacey E. Rybak
Contributing Photographer
Michael Davidoff
Congratulations
To this month’s “Subscriber”
prize winners!
Gertrude Gurevitch of Boynton Beach
won a gift certificate to the Jetsetter
Lounge at 1132 N. Dixie Highway in
“Uptown” Downtown Lake Worth.
Contributing Writers
Rob Chiavetta, Chef Joe,
Jerry Desiderio, Don Dillon,
Lori B. Dunford, Jackie Ellis,
Dr. Sally Goldberg, Michael Gorga,
Daniel Santos, Neil Shpritz,
Marc Zatorsky
Account Manager
Stacey E. Rybak
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Jennifer Costelloe of Lake Worth
won a gift certificate to L’Opera
Parisian Brasserie at 224 Clematis
Street in West Palm Beach.
Mireya Hidalgo of Lake Worth
won a gift certificate to Leila
Restaurant at 120 S. Dixie Highway
in West Palm Beach.
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Dear Readers,
May is the time of
year that makes us
glad we live in
Florida. The sun shines
gloriously every day,
the rainy season has
not yet begun and the
myriad of outdoor festivals crop up
everywhere. The ending of May brings
Memorial Day, which is a time of year
that marks the beginning of summer and
the ending of another school year. It is
always a time of year that brings about
good feelings for me and one that I
always look forward to.
May is also the month that we
celebrate mothers and all they stand for.
May 14 is Mother’s Day and it wasn’t
until I became a mother that I started to
think back on all the things my mother
has done for me. I realized what a
selfless, sometimes thankless, job being a
mother can be. Moms never have the day
off. They always have to be there to pick
up the pieces and sometimes make
unpopular decisions. However,
motherhood is the greatest joy in life as
well. To bring another human being into
this world and realize that you are
responsible to mold this child into a great
person is awe-inspiring. Every milestone
in a child’s life is magical. Every
accomplishment they make is gratifying.
By the same token, every heartache they
face affects you as much as them.
Whatever the ups and downs that come
with being a mother may bring, I
wouldn’t change it for the world. Happy
Mother’s Day to all those special mothers
out there. Enjoy your special day!
Sincerely,
Stephanie Coletto
Chief Editor
DiningWise
By
Chef Joe
In the blink of an eye we drove right past. Thinking fast, and
looking to see if the coast was clear, we made an illegal U-turn and
back tracked to our point of destination. As we soon came to find
out, Nicole’s Village Tavern would have been worth getting a
potential traffic citation.
Located on Southshore Boulevard in Wellington, Nicole’s
Village Tavern is that in every sense of its name. A village haunt for
regular’s, with spectacular “comfort” food, (with an Italian
influence), for the masses to enjoy. Speaking of masses; it seems as
if the masses have discovered it already.
As we strolled toward the front door, we noticed a comfortable
patio that most everyone was taking advantage of on a beautiful
spring evening. Greeted by a young hostess, we were lead to a
comfortable booth inside the tavern adjacent to the bar area, where
in fact, it seemed the regulars were prominent.
Greeted almost immediately by our server, Edwin, he eluded to
the wine list, or perhaps some other libation to get us started. The
wine list was a nice selection to choose from, and the prices, for a
nice change, were not outrageous. Deciding on something red, we
were tempted by the claret, but we decided to go with Hess “Cab.”
A reliable, rich texture, with hints of black cherry, cedar and
pepper, was exactly what my wife and I were looking to enjoy.
While sipping our wine, we asked Edwin to suggest a starter.
His suggestion was right on. A sesame seared tuna, sliced thin,
accompanied with the norm, was very good. Seared to a perfect
rare, it didn’t last very long. We could hardly wait for our dinner
selections.
Before our entrees came, we decided on a spinach and
gorgonzola salad. As simple as this salad may sound, I’ve seen
establishments screw this one up. The primary goal is to not over
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Dining Guide
Angelina’s Italian Restaurant –
Italian – 91 S.W. Monterey Road,
Stuart, 772-419-5929. Indoor dining,
full bar, happy hour open to close enjoy
2 for 1 specials. Bring this listing for
$10 off two or more entrees.
Bistro Zenith – New American –
Regency Court - 3011 Yamato Road,
Boca Raton, 561-997-2570.
Reservations Suggested.
O
oh-la-la!
Buca di Beppo – Italian –
2025 Wellington Green Drive,
Wellington, 561-790-3287. Reservations
welcome, and curbside carryout service
is also available.
Jetsetter Lounge – International –
1132 N. Dixie Highway, Lake Worth,
561-533-7999. A retro theme park for
modern minds
Leila – Middle Eastern –
120 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm
Beach, 561-659-7373.
L’Opera – French –
224 Clematis Street,
West Palm Beach, 561-659-1853.
Indoor and outdoor dining. Authentic
Parisian Brasserie. Free Valet Parking
at Door.
The only thing standing between
you and Paris are the palm trees.
A N A UTHENTIC PARISIAN B RASSERIE
224 Clematis Street • West Palm Beach • 561.659.1853
www.loperawpb.com • Free Valet Parking at the Door
Your journey begins…
McKenna’s Place – American –
4636 Jog Road, Greenacres
561-964-0900 Sports bar atmosphere
Nicole’s Village Tavern – American
12300 Southshore Boulevard,
Wellington, 561-793-3456. Live
entertainment. Indoor and outdoor
seating.
Authentic Middle Eastern Fare
Quintessential Dance of the East
Arguileh—A Centuries-Old Right of Passage
Where Middle Eastern Rhythms Evoke an Exotic Mood
And the Intimacy of a Shared Table is a Beautiful Thing
Tsunami Restaurant – Asian Fusion –
651 Okeechobee Boulevard,
West Palm Beach, 561-835-9696.
Asian-inspired with French undertones
and full sushi bar service.
…At Leila
Wild Orchids Cafe – Multicultural –
1036 B Royal Palm Beach Boulevard,
Royal Palm Beach, 561-204-5640.
Master Chef Chris Paul, Indoor and out
door dining.
To have your restaurant listed in the
Dining Guide, call P: 561-649-0335.
MIDDLE EASTERN GRILLE
AND
ARGUILEH CAFÉ.
120 S. Dixie Highway | West Palm Beach, FL
561.659.7373 | www.leilawpb.com
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Honey-Mustard & Maple Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Grilled Granny Smith Apples
The Meat
By
Chef Joe
8
center cut boneless pork loin chops, 1-inch thick
The Glaze
1/2 cup
4 Tbsp.
1/4 cup
1/4
1/2 tsp.
1 tsp.
dark amber maple syrup
spicy brown mustard
apple cider
medium onion, finely chopped
allspice
ground cumin
The Apples
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
3 granny smith apples, sliced across into 1/2-inch-thick disks.
Preheat grill pan or nonstick griddle pan over medium high heat. Preheat electric
table top grill to high. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Combine maple syrup, mustard, cider, onion, allspice and cumin in a small saucepan and
cook together over moderate heat for 5 minutes until sauce begins to thicken a bit.
Coat chops lightly in oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook chops on hot grill pan or indoor grill 3 minutes on each side. Baste
chops liberally with sauce; cook 2 or 3 minutes more. Transfer chops to a baking sheet. Baste again with sauce and transfer to a hot
oven to finish cooking them. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until your apples are ready to come off the grill pan.
Wash apples but do not core or peel. Coat apple slices with a drizzle of oil. Season with grill seasoning or salt and pepper. Cover
grill pan or indoor table top grill with as many pieces of apple as possible. As the apples get tender, pull them off and replace with
more slices. Apples should cook 3 minutes on each side; you don’t want them too soft, just tender.
Place chops on a platter with apples along side and serve.
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toss the greens. Nicole’s version of this salad was prepared
nicely. I especially liked the idea of using baby spinach instead of
salad greens. It was a nice alternative.
Moving on to the entree, I decided on a house specialty
appropriately named “Veal Nicole.” Medallions of the tenderest
veal I’ve had in some time, layered with asparagus, prosciutto
and mozzarella, was finished off with a rich Marsala wine sauce.
If I made a dish like this in my home, I’d name it after myself as
well. Served also with a mound of creamy, buttery risotto and
roasted vegetables, this dish was savored with every mouthful.
My wife decided on a Chilean Sea Bass, served atop a bed
of risotto and finished with a cream sauce. I think I spent the
evening taking alternating bites of my dinner and my wife’s, as
long as I shared what I had. The sea bass was flaky and
delicious, and because we had the sauce on the side, it allowed
us to truly taste the fish. It was outstanding!
To finish off, we had a custard-style banana creme brulee. It
lasted all of about a minute and a half. It was a fine finish to a
fine tavern.
Nicole’s Village Tavern is located at 12300 Southshore
Boulevard in Wellington. Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to
midnight, and the bar is open until 2 a.m. Reservations are
accepted. Live entertainment. Call ahead for times and
information. Indoor and Outdoor seating available as well. Phone
number is 561-793-3456.
— Chef Joe can be reached at [email protected], or at
P: 561-843-2208
6480 Lake Worth Rd.
Lake Worth, FL 33463
561-439-1202
COMING SOON
to Wellington @
Kobosko’s Crossing
DecoratingWise
The
Final Touch
The moment I walked into the house I knew I had a fun
and exciting task ahead. The house had some nice
features and was only lacking “The Final Touch.”
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By
Daniel Santos,
EB Silk Wellington
8
May 2006
Chuck and Kathy of Wellington
had just about run out of steam trying
to run from store to store buying and
returning everything that just didn’t
work with the look they had envisioned.
Fortunately, EB Silk of Wellington
arrived just in time. The first step was to
eliminate those items that could be
considered clutter and arrange those
that were special to Kathy in areas
where they could be displayed
properly. I remember walking into her
garage and finding a few unique
hidden treasures. That’s when the
inspiration for her rooms truly took
shape. The statues were antique
replicas (shown in the photographs)
that we were able to incorporate in
each room to create a storyline as well
as atmosphere. We also found about
50 original museum prints that had not
seen the light of day for over 10 years.
We took the prints and framed them in
simple black frames with no glass, thus
creating a wall of history in one of the
corridors.
The rooms started to take shape
very quickly, but Kathy had some
homework to do. I had her research the
history of each hidden treasure we
found being that they were now
conversation pieces as well as focal
points in the room. We also
incorporated some hand-painted
furniture pieces from EB Silk.
The rooms suddenly became cozy
and full of energy. The hand-painted
pieces from Peru helped to create a
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feeling of warmth that made each room inviting.
We got started on adding some of the key
elements to each room such as the window
treatments, iron chandeliers and new ceiling fans.
“Wow!” said Kathy, of course that was the
expression I wanted to hear. Chuck and Kathy’s
once nice but simple rooms, turned into a stunning
model home.
As friends and relatives came to visit, the new
living area served its purpose as a relaxing,
entertaining and fun area full of interesting
conversation pieces to enjoy. Now, let’s review the
makeover process: analyze the area, remove the
clutter, find a focal point or idea for a theme and
lastly, make it work.
I have to say the entire project was lots of fun
and working with clients that already have a very
Photographs: EB Silk in Wellington. Floral arrangements created by
good eye for color and style was great. But what
Eunice Bousquet (Floral Designer) at EB Silk
happens when you’re working with an empty room,
or better yet an empty house? Don’t miss reading next month’s
issue when I run into a real decorating challenge.
If you think you have a room that really needs some help and
would like to appear in DecoratingWise, log onto
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your home and help you add “The Final Touch.”
Daniel Santos
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BeautyWise
Get Your Feet Sandal Ready for Summer!
By Dr. Oliver Zong
Aah! Summer time in Florida is quickly approaching, and chances are you’ll be lathering
yourself with sunscreen while spending long, sun-filled days lounging at the beach,
building sand castles and watching the surf with your children.
U
Unfortunately, your feet may not appreciate these elements
as much as you do! To keep your toes in tip-top shape for your
stylish sandals and free from injury and pain, follow these helpful
tips provided by Manhattan Podiatrist of NYC Foot Care, Dr.
Oliver Zong.
• Don’t go barefoot in the park – or anywhere else, for that
matter. If enclosed shoes are uncomfortable, try flip-flops.
• Apply sunscreen to your feet (especially the tops and in
between toes) 20 to 30 minutes before going outdoors.
• If you’ve been out walking or hiking, end the day by
massaging your feet, soaking them in lukewarm water and
keeping them elevated for 10 minutes to ease the stress on your
circulatory system. If you really want to spoil yourself, apply some
vitamin E cream that’s been stored in the refrigerator.
•∑ Even though your feet are on display during the summer
months, don’t use nail
polish every day and
definitely don’t use it
on discolored nails –
this could indicate the
presence of an infection.
Fungus feet relief
Summer is also prime
season for athlete’s foot, a
fungal infection that thrives in
moist, damp places. To keep
your feet fungus-free, follow
these tips:
• Keep your feet dry and clean.
Apply a topical antifungal
medication on any cracking or
peeling of the skin.
• Wear socks that are made of an
acrylic fiber, not cotton (acrylic wicks
moisture away from the feet), and
change your socks at least once a day.
• Cover your feet with antiperspirant.
The active ingredient, aluminum
hydroxide, keeps your feet from
sweating.
• Don’t wear the same shoes every day.
Shoes need about 24 hours to
completely dry out from the last time
they were worn.
• Be sure to wear flip-flops or some
other kind of shoe in the locker room.
• Pass up sharing towels to avoid
developing athlete’s foot and other
Photo: Sharon Dominic/istockphoto
diseases that can easily be spread.
Say bye-bye to blisters
• Beware of blisters – treat areas on your feet that are sensitive to
blisters before they happen.
• Over-the-counter moleskin or blister pads are helpful.
• And, don’t pop blisters! The blister and the fluid inside act as
natural, sterile dressings for the wound. Apply a protective strip
(Band-Aid) to protect the wound.
Be sweet to your feet
• Baby your feet – soaking and massaging your feet in the
summer time will also help to keep them happy.
• If you can afford to splurge, a pedicure by a reputable
specialist is a treat for your feet.
• Massage sandals will help rejuvenate your feet and legs, and
help you step out in comfort this summer and beyond.
• Take special care of toenails, which are especially vulnerable
around damp areas. Injury to the nail bed may make it more
susceptible to infection so see your podiatrist at first sign of
discoloration or infection.
• When in the ocean, be cautious of jellyfish that often bite at
feet and ankles and sharp coral that can cut the undersides of
feet. Keeping sandals or water shoes on at all times is a good
idea to prevent stings, cuts and other injuries.
• Watch out for prickly sea urchin spines when taking walks on
the beach. Avoid walking barefoot; wear an old pair of running
shoes or flip-flops to protect your feet from jagged rocks, shells,
spines and debris that could float ashore.
Do you need to toss those trendy sandals?
“In the warmer months, people often wear trendy sandals
that can cause irritating and painful blisters on feet,” says Dr.
Zong. “It’s important to treat those blisters with a product that will
promote fast, natural healing such as BAND-AID® Brand
Advanced Healing Blister. Not only does it help to heal the blister,
but it features additional cushioning to provide relief from
irritation caused by friction with shoes.”
Dr. Zong advocates caring for your feet with these easy
suggestions:
• Don’t ignore foot pain – minor pain can have serious long-term
consequences if not treated.
• Make sure to choose shoes that are the right size and fit
properly.
• Don’t try to squeeze your foot into a shoe that is too small or
too big.
• Select the right shoe for the activity you are engaged in. Using
the wrong shoes can cause problems beyond just your feet.
— Visit Dr. Oliver Zong’s Web site, www.NYCFOOTCARE.com, for more
information regarding foot care.
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HealthWise
EEEW! Is This
By Don Dillon
Growing in
Your Home?
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“We’d like to welcome you to
clean air and a healthy home ...”
Among many of the health issues
related to the air quality and general health
Photo: David Rose/istockphoto
of your family within your home quite a bit of
buzz recently has revolved around the presence of “Mold.” Mold is
a tenacious, unwelcome guest. It invades carpet and drywall and
climbs up the walls of your home. According to the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention, there are six varieties of common
household molds and three of these are toxin-producing. In the past,
mold has proven to be extremely damaging to humans and
structures, even causing fatalities in some cases. Regardless of the
type of mold in your home, the safety of your home and family
depend on the type and size of the infestation. Since we live in a
climate that is the ultimate environment for mold to thrive, it is
imperative that you take steps to improve your indoor air quality.
Here are some recommendations to not only help eliminate or
prevent mold but to also enhance indoor air quality and provide
guidance on maintaining a healthy home.
1. Do not smoke or allow smoking in the home.
2. Remove shoes upon entering the home.
3. Use environmentally friendly cleaners in your home.
4. Dust often with a damp cloth (water only).
5. Vacuum often and consider purchasing a HEPA vacuum
such as a Miele.
6. Install high quality filters in your air handling unit (3M makes a
good one) and change as recommended. We suggest twice yearly.
7. Consider purchasing high quality mattress and pillow covers that
are rated allergy free.
8. Vacuum mattress with your new HEPA vacuum before placement
and wash pillows and bedding in hot water (dust mite control). All
homes have them.
9. Vacuum carpets often and thoroughly. I suggest taking a long time
to slowly vacuum. Deep dust takes a while to be sucked up.
10. If you have a pet, do not allow it in the bedroom and brush
often outdoors.
11. Limit the amount of plants in the home and do not over water.
Check often for signs of mold in the soil or on the plants.
12. Make sure your pest control company practices integrated pest
management. This means using glue traps and baits rather than
spraying chemicals.
13. Do not use aerosols of any kind and limit odor-producing
products. This includes air fresheners, candles, perfume, aftershave
and cleaners.
14. Special vacuum ideas: Vacuum tops and bottoms of area rugs,
vacuum furniture thoroughly, vacuum air compressors such as the
refrigerator coil and air conditioning coil when they are dry.
Consider wearing an N-95 rated respirator while vacuuming and
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change the bag often.
15. Check relative humidity often and try
to maintain as close to 50 percent as
possible. A good temperature and
humidity instrument is about $50.
16. Insure that exhaust fans are run while
cooking and during/after showering.
17. Clean refrigerator drip pan every 3
months and check condensate drain pan
for air conditioning unit to insure it is
draining correctly.
18. Insure clothes dryer is vented to the
outside and clean vent annually.
19. Check often for water leaks and
condensation such as on the toilet
water tank. Condensation indicates
high moisture.
20. Practice thorough and regular
housecleaning to insure hard surfaces
are cleaned.
— American Mold Removal is a preventionbased and risk reduction company dedicated to
helping people remove the dangers of mold
and other pollutants from their home. For more
information contact owners/partners Randy
Peterson and Don Dillon at 888-561-MOLD or
[email protected]. Our
professional staff is certified in: CMI, CMR,
CMT, ESA, NIAQ.
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polo library found
anywhere.
P: 561-969-3210
Downtown West
Palm Beach
Clematis by Night
Looking for the area’s Hot
Spot to Chill? Clematis
by Night is it! Chill out
South Florida style every
Thursday night in
downtown West Palm
Beach from 5:30 p.m. – 9
p.m. in Centennial Square
at the top of Clematis
Street. Clematis by Night
draws thousands of folks
from all walks of life to
this highly-popular, awardwinning weekly Fountain
side Concert Series. This
free event features the
area’s best rock, R&B,
reggae and blues, soul
and swing music.
Clematis by Night is the
place to be for great
music, a taste of mouthwatering foods, and
sidewalk shopping of the
trendiest items around.
SunFest May 4 - 7, No
CbN this week. Along
Flagler Drive's waterfront
in West Palm Beach and
billing itself as the state’s
largest waterfront music
and art festival, SunFest
attracts more than 50
bands of local, regional
and national renown to
four stages, augmented by
a juried art show, crafts,
fireworks, food, and
more. Call P: 561-6595980 for more info.
Legendary J.C.’s
VEGAS NIGHT May 11
in partnership with the
Downtown Development
Authority Viva CbN!
Clematis by Night is
dealing you a winning
hand this evening with a
night full of poker, Elvis
and fabulous fun on
Clematis Street. You
won’t have to try your
luck tonight, you’re
guaranteed a good time.
You can bet on it! The
Legendary J.C.’s always
deliver a wide-eyed soulrock revue that tears up
the stage and whips the
audience into a feel-good
frenzy. Their unique
sound blends soul and
rock with a touch of the
blues and is a surefire
smash.
A portion of this evening’s
proceeds will benefit WPB
Firestorm Camp.
Sunday at the Meyer
This exciting concert
series is held from May
through Oct. on the 4th
Sunday of each month,
and features a variety of
national recording artists.
With a tradition of
celebrating rich artistic
culture and set within the
beautiful Meyer
Amphitheatre, this
program provides an
ideal setting for residents
and visitors to relax and
enjoy an array of different
styles of entertainment.
Bring a blanket or a lawn
chair, invite your family
and friends, and enjoy
this city-wide gathering.
For more information
about any of these events,
please call P: 561-8221515
The Kravis Center
MOMMA MIA!
May 16 – 21, For info on
performances contact: Box
Office: 561-832-7469 or
1-800-572-8471.
Maze-A-Palooza Thru
May 30, South Florida
Science Museum, Come
explore more than 8,000
sq. ft. of interactive,
indoor and outdoor
mazes. Finger mazes,
web mazes, floor mazes
and the incredible outdoor
"Maze of Illusions"
provide hours of
interactive fun for families
of all ages. Also enjoy
mini-golf, aquarium,
planetarium and more at
the South Florida Science
Museum.
P: 561-832-1988
CityPlace Blooms
May 19 – 21,
Spectacular floral
arrangements created by
the area’s top designers in
partnerships with local
nonprofits. Displayed
throughout the main
plaza, these floral
masterpieces attract
visitors from throughout
the state. The public is
invited to vote for their
favorite displays by
making a cash donation
into the boxes of their
choice. All donations
collected during the threeday event will benefit
participating nonprofits.
Awards will be given for
the “Best in Show,” “Best
Use of Foliage” and “Best
Interpretation of Theme.”
P: 561-366-1000
4th annual Palm
Beach County KDW
Classic, June 4, Riviera
Beach Municipal Marina,
The Palm Beach County
KDW Classic has become
on of the most popular
tournaments of its type in
South Florida with nearly
300 boats and 1,000
anglers taking part.
Kingfish, Dolphin and
Wahoo are the eligible
fish in this one-day
tournament based out of
the Riviera Beach
Municipal Marina. This is
a very family oriented
event.
Delray/Boca
Art & Jazz on the
Avenue thru May.
West Atlantic Avenue
Come downtown to
experience the charming
shopping boutiques and
entertainment district and
discover unique treasures
and cozy dining spots.
P: 561-279-1380
Jupiter
Roger Dean Stadium
May 1 - Sep. 3
Baseball, Florida
State League
Baseball, Jupiter
Hammerheads & Palm
Beach Cardinals.
Florida Marlins
Fantasy Camp,
May 1 – 31,
Contact: Chris Easom
P: 561-775-1818
The Atlantic Theater,
GATED COMMUNITY
IMPROV COMEDY
LIVE AT THE ATLANTIC
THEATER SATURDAY May
20 at 8 p.m., 6743 W
Indiantown Road #34,
Jupiter, Gated Community,
a high energy
improvisational comedy
troupe, performs live on
Saturday May 20th at 8
p.m. at The Atlantic
Theater. Gated
Community has been
entertaining South Florida
audiences since the fall of
2004, and they combine
short form and long form
improvisation, sketch
comedy, video sketch,
audience participation
and song parody, offering
a show full of wit, charm
and hilarity along with a
clever insight on the
humors of everyday life
that we can all relate to.
Purchased tickets by
calling P: 561-575-4942.
The Maltz Jupiter
Theatre, May 1, Leon
Russell, the Rock ‘n’ Roll
Hall of Fame legendary
singer/songwriter is
known as a musical
"Chameleon," because of
his rock popularity with a
country twist. Showtime is
8 p.m.
May 12, The Indian River
Pops Orchestra. Musical
Director Owen Seward
leads the orchestra
through The Golden Age
of 1940's Radio. This
fabulous new show, which
simulates a live radio
broadcast, will feature The
Swing Sisters and
clarinetist Paul Green.
Showtime is 8 p.m.
June 9 – 11, Hank & My
Honky Tonk Heroes. The
musical revue takes
audiences back in time to
the very beginnings of
country music and pays
homage not only to
Williams, but also to other
country legends, such as
Jimmie Rodgers, Roy
Acuff, Ernest Tubb, Webb
Pierce and George Jones.
Performances are June 9
at 8 p.m., June 10 at 5
p.m. and 8 p.m. and June
11 at 3 p.m. Tickets for
all shows are on sale
now. Purchased tickets at
the Maltz Jupiter Theatre
Box Office by phone
P: 561-575-2223 or
800-445-1666.
Moroso Motorsports
Park, 17047 Beeline
Highway; Jupiter, May 13
– 14, Braman Motorcars
Palm Beach Sport Classic
For information, call
P: 561-622-1400
Burt Reynolds
Museum
Jupiter - P: 561-743-9955
To be placed in our Arts &
Entertainment Calendar
Please email us at:
info@floridawisemagazine
.com
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Photo by Joan Marcus
MAMMA MIA!
L-R LISA MANDEL, LAURIE WELLS AND LAURA WARE
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Inspired by the story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs, writer Catherine Johnson’s
sunny, funny tale of family and friendship unfolds on a Greek island.
On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover
the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past
back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. Songs including
“Dancing Queen,” “The Winner Takes It All,” “Money, Money,
Money” and “Take A Chance on Me” are all featured in this feelgood night of fun and laughter.
Leading the cast of 30 during the South Florida leg of the
tour is Laurie Wells as Donna Sheridan, the independent single
mother whose carefree past catches up with her on the eve of her
daughter’s wedding. Ms. Wells takes over the lead role directly
from the ensemble where she was understudy for all three of the
Dynamo roles (Donna, Tanya and Rosie). Prior to MAMMA MIA!
her credits include the 1st National tour of Swing, the Offbroadway productions of Our Sinatra and I Got Merman; the
West Coast premiere of Twist of Fate at the Tiffany theatre, Eliza
in My Fair Lady, Rizzo in Grease, Nancy in Oliver and a stint at
the Grand Ol' Opry in Nashville.
Carrie Manolakos will take over the role of Sophie
Sheridan, Donna’s daughter. Ms Manolakos recently attended
NYU’s Tisch School and her credits include regionally and in
NYC Tommy (Sally Simpson), LaChiusa's The Wild Party
(Nadine), To Kill A Mockingbird (Scout), A Midsummer Night's
Dream (Puck) and Wizard of Oz (Dorothy). Corey Greenan plays
her fiance, Sky. Mr. Greenan has been seen regionally in Under
My Apron (MITF, NY), How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (Old
Globe Theatre, San Diego), Evita (Che), 42nd Street (Billy
Lawlor), Sweeney Todd (Tobias) and Much Ado About Nothing
(Claudio).
Sean Allan Krill joins the tour as the American Architect
Sam Carmichael and one of Sophie’s three possible dads. Mr.
Krill has been seen regionally in Dessa Rose, The Importance of
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Being Earnest, Travesties, Henry V, Brigadoon (Jeff Award
nomination), 1776, The Pirates of Penzance, Damn Yankees,
Jesus Christ Superstar and Forever Plaid (Jeff Award). Cast
recordings: American Girls Revue and American Girls – Circle of
Friends. Most recently he was seen in the first national tour of
Thoroughly Modern Millie where he won a Leon Rabin Award
and received Carbonell Award nominations.
Lisa Mandel and Laura Ware continue as Donna’s best
friends and former backup band, Rosie and Tanya, (respectively)
who reunite on the island for Sophie’s wedding. Also continuing
their roles are Milo Shandel (Bill Austin) and Ian Simpson (Harry
Bright) as the other two of Sophie’s three possible dads. The cast
also features Tiffani Barbour (Ali), Karla L. Beard (Lisa), Robert
Pendilla (Pepper) and Chauncey Jenkins (Eddie).
With more productions playing simultaneously around the
world than any other new musical, MAMMA MIA! is now THE
WORLD’S No. 1 SHOW. There are currently 11 productions of
MAMMA MIA! running concurrently around the world (nine
permanent productions and two tours). With a worldwide gross of
over $1.4 billion and audiences of more than 24 million people,
MAMMA MIA! is acclaimed by the Associated Press as “quite
simply, a phenomenon.”
MAMMA MIA! will be playing at the Kravis Center for the
Performing Arts in West Palm Beach May 16 – 21 with show
times Tuesday through Saturday evenings at 8 p.m., with matinees
Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m.
— The original cast recording of MAMMA MIA! is available on Decca
Broadway. For information about MAMMA MIA! around the world, go
to www.mamma-mia.com. For info on upcoming shows and ticket
purchases, contact the Kravis Center Box Office at P: 561-832-7469 or
800-572-8471 or www.kravis.org.
SocialWise
Hats Off to the “Hearts of Hope”!
An auxiliary supporting Hearts and Hope, Inc.
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The “Hearts of Hope” kicked off its 2006 fund-raising season with their third annual “The
Hats of Hope Valentine’s Day Luncheon & Fashion Show” on Friday, February 10, 2006 at Mara-Lago. Emmy award winning actress Susan Lucci served as the event’s honorary chairwoman
with Sherrye Fenton as event chairwoman, Patrice Austin as general chairwoman, Sue Roscoe
as invitations and program chairwoman, Claudia McCaig as entertainment chairwoman, Susie
MacDonald as advisory chairwoman and Carolyn Roy Byers, Sabina Cowie, Cat Craven, Joy
FeBland, Kay Jenkins, Sara Mariani, Andrea Massie, Clara McCutcheon, Lisa Swift and Anne
Thenot-Siegel as committee members.
The luncheon began under a beautiful sunny sky at Mar-a-Lago. Patrice Austin,
founder/executive director of Hearts and Hope, Inc., opened the program with a welcome and
a “Call to Order/Posting of Colors” presented by Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Honor
Guard followed by “God Bless America” and “I Hope You Dance,” sung by Gabriel Rodriguez,
12, to Mrs. Ami Reece and her sons, Steven and Mark. Sheriff Ric Bradshaw presented the
American flag to the family in honor of the boys’ dad, Chief Warrant Officer Michael E. Reece,
who died while serving our country. Also in attendance was Mrs. Marcela Rice, Michael’s mom.
A traditional “Hats of Hope” toast and Valentine’s Day poem presented by Susie
MacDonald who introduced Susan Lucci was next. Ms. Lucci spoke of Hearts and Hope and
their wonderful program that benefits families in the county. She also spoke of her experience of
growing up in a home where her mom, Jean Lucci, spent endless hours volunteering and of her
mom’s involvement with Hearts and Hope’s Auxiliary, “The Hearts of Hope.”
Ms. Lucci was honored with a bouquet of red roses by Madeline Austin, 8.
Next, auxiliary president/event chair, Sherrye Fenton, thanked everyone for all their hard
work and spoke of The Hearts of Hope Auxiliary, promoting membership and encouraging
everyone to join. Tim McCaig of That’s Entertainment of Palm Beach, Inc. opened the show with
an opera presentation and Susan Gerl directed the hat and jewelry fashion
show. Hats were provided by Suzanne
Couture Millinery of Palm Beach ~ New
York and jewelry was provided by
Provident Jewelry.
The show opened with three special
children, Madeline Austin, Chad Swift
and Lyle Swift representing the mission of
Hearts and Hope followed by members of
the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office and Palm
Beach Gardens’ police and fire rescue,
who escorted the models. The event
closed with a raffle of a 14-karat, white
gold, three-row open diamond heart
pendant necklace, donated by Eloquence
Fine Jewelry & Gifts.
Major sponsors of the event
included: Juno Partners, LLC ~ Sherrye &
Ira Fenton and WLNYTV 55 ~ Michael &
Jocelyn Pascucci.
General chairwoman Patrice Austin,
honorary chairwoman and Emmy award winning
Susan Lucci, sheriff Ric Bradshaw and Mrs. Ami
Reece with her sons, Mark and Steven Reece
Photos by Michael Davidoff
Joy FeBland, Herme DeWyman Miro and
Helen Rose
Betty Blumberg and Entonella Chriselieb
Anne Thenot-Siegel and Nancy Thornton
(Back) Sherrye Fenton and Cat Craven
(Frt) Krista Nicklaus, Db Leberdink
and Jennie Baker-Finch
Andrea Massie, Bobby Goodnough,
Caroline Beyers and Wayne Girl
– Hearts and Hope, Inc. is a not-for-profit
organization devoted to helping children ages
3 to 17 and their families who have lost a
loved one. For more information, call Susie
MacDonald at P: 561-832-1913.
Lyle and Lisa Swift, Joanne Schmidt
and Chad Swift
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AdviceWise
An Introduction to ETFs
By
Jerry Desiderio
A
After putting in a full day’s work,
battling traffic and construction delays,
and finally making it home, it becomes
time for your personal obligations to be
met and to run all your errands. You take
a deep breath and start getting
prepared for the next day when you
realize you still need to find the time to
sit at your computer or read the latest
magazines to research individual stocks.
Man, don’t you wish someone would
have come up with something other than
Mutual Funds to make investing easier?
Good news, they have! Exchange
Traded Funds (ETFs) certainly aren’t a
new idea, the first one, S&P Spiders
(SPY) has been around for years, but the
popularity among professional money
managers and individual investors has
certainly gained a head of steam over
the last few years. According to the
Investment Company Institute, there are
over 143 ETFs with combined assets
exceeding $174 billion.
Basically, an ETF is a single security
that represents a basket of stocks that
mirror a particular index, industry,
sector, country and region or market
capitalization. ETFs may resemble
Mutual Index Funds in most regards but
the biggest difference is that they trade
like a stock, can be bought on margin,
and if you are in a bearish frame of
mind, they can be sold short. Personally,
I am of the opinion that they certainly
have a place in a person’s portfolio and
are an excellent tool for asset allocation
models. Now, since everything comes
with strings attached, the biggest string
here is that they trade like a stock which
means you must buy them through a
broker and every time you either buy or
sell them there is a commission attached.
If you are thinking of making monthly
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contributions to any type of plan, or
starting a portfolio to one day help with
your children’s college tuition the costs
might prove to be prohibitive, depending
on the size of the monthly investment. A
better choice for smaller recurring
investments would be a No Load Mutual
Fund that can be purchased either
directly from the Mutual Fund or in most
cases through your broker for a
minimal fee.
Individuals are always looking to
get in the “hottest and latest” sector of
investing when picking an ETF or a
Mutual Fund. However, please be
careful because historically the individual
investor jumps in after the particular
sector has made its biggest move.
— Jerry Desiderio has been an investment
professional for more than 40 years. He
currently oversees the management of
approximately 100 million dollars for
individual clients, small business owners,
401k Plans etc. He can be reached by phone
at P: 561-393-6900, fax 561-347-0145 or
email [email protected].
For further information, visit his firm’s Web
site KWBROWNINVESTMENTS.COM
A Little Dow Jones Industrial Average Trivia
Last month we spoke of the original 12 companies that comprised the DJIA,
and as promised lets focus on one. This month I’ve chosen the American Cotton
Oil Company and I think you’ll be surprised at what company it’s become a part of.
The American Cotton Oil Company was the predecessor to Bestfoods and is now a
part of a company whose products we are all familiar with – Ben & Jerry’s,
Hellman’s, Lipton, Birdseye and Vaseline just to name a few. Bestfoods was
eventually absorbed by Unilever, an international conglomerate. Quite a far cry
form its origins wouldn’t you agree?
On a lighter note, ever wonder where Wall Street got its name? In the late
1600s, the Dutch settlers built a wooden stockade across lower Manhattan to
protect themselves from attacks by the British and Indians. Approximately, in 1685,
they surveyed and built a street along side the wall and it was commonly known as
Wall Street. I’m not sure if you ever will need to know that but who knows maybe
someday that will be the final Jeopardy answer, stranger things have happened.
As we speak of the investment world in the coming months remember as Kin
Hubbard (1868-1930) once said, and I quote, “The safest way to double your money
is to fold it over and put it in your pocket.”
Correction: Due to my fat fingers last month I wrote that the Dow Jones
average was first published in May of 1986, obviously I meant to write 1896. My
apologies.
— Jerry Desiderio
Emotional Intelligence for Both
Leaders and Employees
By
Lori B. Dunford
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Have you ever walked into a
business and felt a negative, toxiclike
mood hanging in the air, permeating the
entire organization? Very often, this
negativity begins with the boss. A
leader’s mood can energize or deflate
an entire organization. As far back as
1938, Chester Barnard launched the
contemporary field of organizational
behavior and leadership studies. He
explored how a leader sets the tone and
models the behavior for the rest of the
organization. Barnard discussed the best
leadership providing “consistency in a
changing environment.” Since then, the
concept of “emotional intelligence” has
evolved, uncovering the connection
between an executive’s emotional
maturity and his or her financial
performance. A cranky and ruthless boss
creates a toxic organization filled with
fear, anxiety and negative
underachievers who ignore
opportunities; an inspirational, inclusive
leader fosters a healthy, trusting
environment for employees to learn and
take on new challenges. The final link in
the chain is performance: profit or loss.
Four Effective Solutions
There are four effective solutions to
help leaders develop emotional
intelligence:
1. Self-Awareness using a 360degree Assessment. This instrument is
like a compass, obtaining feedback from
many directions – superiors, employees
at the same level and subordinates. It
highlights the inevitable gaps between
an executive’s self-perception and the
perception of others – called blind spots.
The goal is to close the gap.
2. Act “As If.” Managing one’s
mood is the ability to consistently control
emotions and act with honesty and
integrity. Effective leaders do not
let their occasional bad moods
seize the day; they use selfmanagement to leave it
outside the office.
3. Visualization. When
people picture themselves
behaving a particular way in
a specific situation, it is much
easier to duplicate that scene
in real life. This form of
“mental rehearsal” is widely
accepted in many arenas.
4. Coaching. None of us
can improve our emotional
intelligence or change our
leadership style without help
from others. One-on-one
coaching sets goals and
action plans for change. It
can uncover the real
issues which are
affecting people’s moods
and inevitably, his or
Photographer: Oleg Prikhodko/istockphoto
her productivity.
Benefits to Employees, too
These strategies are useful not only
for leaders of organizations, but for all
employees. It is tempting for managers
to want to get rid of a problem by firing
an employee with a bad attitude.
However, the issues can usually be
resolved in coaching the employee, with
the support of the organization. The
bottom line is that it will save the
company money when employee
turnover is reduced and people are
happier. The average cost to a
company replacing a $50,000 a
year employee is $75,000
(hiring costs, down time,
learning curve time, which
can take up to a year).
Helping employees make
necessary change exemplifies a
commitment and loyalty to all
employees, which in turn creates
an atmosphere of trust and security
in the workplace – which we know
is so very important to employees.
These strategies help people
gain objectivity. I like to use the
analogy of the movie theater. To
see any situation in life clearly,
you have to sit in the audience
watching the movie. If you’re
in the movie, you have
myopic vision – you can’t
see behind you, way ahead
of you or peripherally. When
you’re in the audience, with
objectivity and perspective, you
can see the whole picture!
— Lori is an executive consultant and life
coach with Corporate Consultants &
Coaching. Lori was a psychotherapist in
private practice for 17 years. She uses this
extensive experience in her work as a
business consultant and as a coach,
helping people clarify and achieve
career and life goals. She can be reached
at P: 561-662-2076.
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Summer Fun
and Family Time
By
Sally Goldberg,
Ph.D.
Q
Q. What are some beneficial ways
to keep children busy over the summer?
A. As the summer months approach
and you are busy lining up all kinds of
interesting activities for your child,
remember one place he or she will
benefit tremendously – your home with
your family.
Summer Camp Plus …
Summer camp and the variety of
other classes offered to children provide
worthwhile enrichment. Explore places
that are especially suited to your child’s
interests and temperament.
In addition to the traditional camp
settings, be sure to look into other new
and different possibilities. Your local
library is likely to have many special
events for children. Some of them will be
just for children, and others will be set up
for parents and children together. Check
out your neighborhood park, a nearby
children’s museum or the science museum
for other unique and innovative
possibilities.
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Personal Time
If you or any family members or
close friends of the family are available at
different times and in different ways to
spend time with your child, be sure to
give those opportunities top priority. Go
to a movie, the mall or a special program
together whenever you can. Another idea
is to set aside time to do a craft, work on
a hobby or play a game together. You
can also take a walk or go outside and
throw a ball around just for fun. You will
see even more benefits as you observe
your child grow in comfort and security.
This is time that will go directly into
building your special relationship.
The Family is the We of Us
Children naturally look to their
parents for guidance and support. Parents
naturally give them unconditional respect
and appreciation. Children seek out
positive time and attention from family
members all the time. Amidst our
complicated, fast-paced technological
society, people spend less and less time
together as a family. This summer, after
you have found just the right summer
enrichment program, savor whatever time
you can find for unprogrammed,
unplanned, spontaneous and
impromptu fun.
Family
The parent-child relationship is the
first and most important one. That and all
the other family relationships provide the
training ground for all future relationships.
The more time you can find for your child
and the more exposure you can provide
for him or her with family members and
close friends of the family, the better off
your child will be. These are people with
an abundance of love and good will to
share with him or her and a wealth of
knowledge to teach your child. Family
members like grandparents, aunts, uncles,
cousins and close friends of the family
come in all sizes, shapes, ages, genders
and personalities. While they are in many
ways just like all other people, they are
different because they have a special love
for your child. As your child experiences
their diverseness with love and within the
safety of the familiar surroundings of
family and friends, he or she will learn to
deal with others in appropriate ways.
— Sally Goldberg, Ph.D., speaker, author and
coach, is a professor of education at the
University of Phoenix, South Florida Campus.
She is also founder/director of Dr. Sally
Parenting, Inc., a full service resource for
parents. For questions or comments, contact
Dr. Sally at www.drsallyparenting.com,
[email protected], or
P: 480-766-6323.
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WADE & JAMES
The new top duo of young NBA stars. But, if you had to choose one?
By
Rob Chiavetta
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There was Robertson and West, Chamberlain
and Russell and Bird & Magic. You can even throw
in Jordan and Ewing. In the June 2003 NBA Draft
it was supposed to be James and Anthony, but a
funny thing happened on the way to stardom. Sure
James went No. 1 in 2003 and Anthony No. 3,
Photos courtesy of NBAE
but it was the No. 5 pick that has made the
greatest impact on the league. The HEAT’s Dwyane Wade is
stealing the show and HEAT fans are happy to have him.
Many will argue that Cavs forward, LeBron James, is still the
best young player in the NBA and the consensus No. 1 choice if
challenged with the task of starting an NBA franchise today.
However, with every passing moment there is growing sentiment
that Dwyane Wade would be the player to chose. That sentiment
is not a shot at James in any way, shape or form, but rather
recognition of how special Dwyane Wade is.
Both players possess phenomenal athletic ability and skills.
They are both charismatic and provide positive representation for
the face of the NBA in an age where it is sorely needed. In fact,
Shaquille O’Neal often boasts how his three children have posters
of both James and Wade in their bedrooms and none of him!
Both James and Wade also have the leadership qualities that
have existed with past NBA legends. As with all greats, they tend
to want to exemplify their claim for being the best. This
exuberance has created a natural “friendly” rivalry with James
and Wade. They have the utmost respect for one another and are
friends off the court. They have posted similar numbers for their
respective positions (Wade a guard and James a forward) in their
three-year careers. James holds the slight edge in most every
offensive category with Wade holding the edge in defense, team
accomplishments and head-to-head match-ups.
This year’s NBA All-Star weekend provided an example of
each player’s determination and fierce accomplishments.
Saturday, Wade won the skills competition and James was the
runner-up. Then the following night, James went out and won the
All-Star game MVP, but Wade scored the winning basket for the
Eastern Conference. Wade’s ability to finish strong when the
game is on the line is what stands out and seems to separate him
from James.
Though box score-filing numbers flow freely from both the
HEAT guard and Cavs forward, Wade and James are not mirror
images. Wade is clearly the better defender, which is James’
main weakness. LeBron has better range on his shooting;
however, Dwyane is a great mid-range shooter. James has
worked hard on his 3-point shot and often settles on taking that
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shot. In comparison, Dwyane is always going to
take it to the lane and get to the free-throw line.
Wade is not a 3-point shooter, in fact, he rarely
considers taking one. Many see this as a reason he
has emerged as the better closer of the two. James
is only 2-15 in his career on potential game-tying
or go-ahead shots in the final 10 seconds,
according to Elias Sports Bureau. Wade though,
thrives on pressure and already has provided a
career’s worth of final-seconds glory. There was a
buzzer-beating, game-winner in his playoff debut
two seasons ago against the Hornets. There was a
game-winning jumper at Madison Square Garden
last season in a huge game and this season scoring
the HEAT’s final 17 points in a win over the Pistons.
Each player obviously brings extreme talents to the
hardwood. However, when the game is on the line and your team
needs the win, it is the character of Dwyane Wade that stands out
and makes him the preeminent player in the NBA. To choose one
player with which to start an NBA franchise today, it would have
to be Dwyane Wade.
Community Sports & Recreation “Happenings”
By Rob Chiavetta
Sometimes
when you
just know
something is
right, you
just know.
Community Profile
Mia Garcia, Pee Wee All Star Cheerleader
— City of Boynton Beach
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For Pee Wee All Star cheerleader Mia Garcia, 8, a family
vacation trip to Disney proved to be more than a vacation. It
was a total by chance eye-catching experience which would lead
Mia from just participating in cheerleading to striving for
national prominence.
At 4 years old, Mia began cheering for her older brother’s
flag football team in the City of Boynton Beach. What she didn’t
know at the time was that national cheerleading competition was
a serious sport. A few years later, the family stayed at Disney’s
All Star Sports Resort for vacation. This just happened to be the
same location where the Cheerleading Annual National
Competition Championships were being held. Mia watched the
teams perform cheers she had never seen before. She told her
mom, Kim, that she wanted to do what ever she needed to in
order to “Cheer at Disney!”
After returning from vacation, Kim
contacted Mary DeGraffenreidt, the head
cheerleading coach for the City of Boynton
Beach. Coincidentally, they were just beginning
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three days of practice, Mia made the cut along
with 44 other girls. She practiced four times a
week, three hours at a time during the summer.
Being an All Star team means cheering for
competition and not necessarily for sporting
events during October thru April. To qualify for
the Nationals at Disney, the team went to
several competitions. The first competition was
in Orlando at the University of Central Florida
where the Pee Wee team took the First Place trophy. The second
event was The Tropical Championships in Vero Beach where they
also won First Place. Next, the team qualified for the National
competition where Mia reached her goal to “Cheer at Disney!”
The Pee Wee team placed 13th in the nation and the Junior
team placed 9th.
Mia enthusiastically puts her all into everything she does and
especially her cheerleading. When the teams attended their first
cheerleading camp, Mia won the Spirit award the first day she
was there. Mia is the “flyer” on her team. The flyer role is the
cheerleader who is at the top of all pyramids and gets thrown up
in the air. She has been dropped many times, but always
continues. Her coach encourages the girls not to give up. Coach
Mary says “Mia has great potential to continue in the sport for a
long time. She is dedicated and follows thru on all coaching
requests.” Mia gets her toughness from growing up as the
youngest of five with two older brothers.
Mia is a third grade honor roll student at Morikami Park
Elementary. Besides her cheerleading she has been in dance since
she was 3. Mia says what she learns at dance helps
her in cheerleading.
For information on all sports and recreation programs in your area
contact:
City of Boynton Beach Sports & Recreation Center, 742-6550.
City of Greenacres Community Sports & Recreation Center, 642-2090.
City of Lake Worth Sports & Recreation, 540-5133.
West Boynton Parks & Recreation Center, 355-1125.
Village of Wellington Registration Desk, 791-4005 or 791-4747.
Are you part of a team or program that you are
proud of?
We would like to profile or list your community program,
league, team or individual sports announcements,
accomplishments or results in upcoming issues. Please
email to [email protected] or contact Rob
Chiavetta at P: 714-8542.
Action photos welcomed! We can only use High-Res
photos so call or email for details. Photos of people will
require release authorization.
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Development
Dynamics
in South
By
Neil M. Shpritz
Florida
There is no question the economy is
showing mixed signals as we head toward
mid-year. Likewise, however, this observer
remains convinced that South Florida will
continue to dramatically outpace the nation
in attracting business location prospects.
The “trick” now will be to improve the
quality of jobs and wage levels so that our
best and brightest minds will stay here in
an expanding, diversified employment
base. Quite frankly, we have no one but ourselves to blame if we
cannot bring the promises to reality.
This month’s column will not explore economic development
theory – it is going to be very pragmatic and will attempt to make
our sophisticated readership sit up, take notice and act accordingly!
One of the first things a business executive or site selection
consultant considering either a new location or expansion of an
existing facility explores is the permitting process. It might seem
mundane, but without assurances of timeliness in the review process,
many a prospect will not even consider a given site. And, this
insistence is not some hard-headed executive rambling on about
governmental inefficiencies.
Rather, it is simple fact that corporate decision makers need
certainty in their
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economic development game. I am not by any account a
“government basher.” However, cooperative efforts must take place
if projects are to come on line in rational time periods.
Both business and all levels of government gain when there is
true give and take. No one wants shoddy construction or lax
environmental standards to save a few dollars. Do improved
efficiencies require massive infusions of dollars in new staff and
information technology? The answer is no!
What is required? Though we have all heard “horror stories”
about permitting and inspections for years, it cannot and must not
take years to correct current deficiencies. Elected officials and senior
management at public agencies must first make the decision if they
want to make their respective geographies areas of growth – this is
not always an easy decision. If the answer is affirmative, then
serious reorganization may be necessary. For example, a one-stop
permitting area should be set up; using best practices, this would call
for a single point of contact for necessary permits from all state and
local governmental units. Also, there should be a single information
office where a business representative or entrepreneur could easily
obtain the necessary information and forms.
In the case of major projects, I recommend a specific
ombudsman-type person be designated to follow progress and
smooth wrinkles during the entire process. After all, if commercial
activity is being fostered, doesn’t it make sense to make things
happen in a rational and predictable way?
Given the objective by all parties that there is a common good
to be had by on time construction or renovation of quality real
estate, we might even become noticed as a place in which our
business community would become an example and where our
business climate might begin to receive the kudos that our weather
already enjoys.
In all seriousness, this is a critical economic development issue.
Let’s get on with common sense solutions!
See you next month.
— 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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Is Our B
Do not be mislead by what you see around you …You live in a
world which is a playground of illusion.
– Sai Baba
By
Jackie Ellis
There is a
lot of debate
these days
about whether
our real estate “bubble” is going to
burst. One definition of bubble
means “an illusion.” When an area
experiences a boom such as we’ve
had here in South Florida, skeptics
expect this “bubble” to burst at any given
moment. This is an illusion. In reality, after
a cooling period, our market is returning
to a normal state.
Declining markets in other regions
and media-hype have fueled the fear that
our market is in a “bubble.” But the
market the media makes reference to is a
nationwide market. A housing “bubble” at
the national level doesn’t exist. What
happens in one market doesn’t directly
affect what happens in another. Real
estate is regional, based on local
economies; and we have a very localized
market. What happens in San Francisco’s
market does not affect what happens in
South Florida. There is no set method to
measure the entire housing industry in
the United States.
A “bubble” occurs when prices
continue to soar over a long period of
time. Prices then become unaffordable for
buyers. A hike in interest rates also makes
it harder to get homeowners insurance. In
a “bubble,” buyers feel as though the
market has out-priced itself. Properties then
stop flying off the shelves, and more
homes become available than buyers. At
first, it has the appearance of a very
strong buyers market. Homes that fail to
sell and declining property values are
clear indications that a “bubble” is about
to burst. In this particular climate, a
homeowner will not be able to sell his
property for the price he had originally
paid for it. We have yet to see this
happen in Palm Beach County. If our
property values had continued to rise at
the same rate as last year, then we would
have been in a
“bubble.”
When
prices started
to rise in
Palm Beach
County over
the last few
years, property
taxes began to rise
as well. But the
difference between a “bubble”
and our market is that sellers
are still receiving top dollar for
their homes. Although it is no
longer a hot sellers market,
homes are still selling. We are
heading toward a much healthier
market. And it is still a good time to
buy and sell property.
Buyers in today’s market have more
power to choose than ever before. They
can take advantage of excellent interest
rates as well as have the ultimate choice
of homes. They now have time to pick
and choose their location, compare it to
other properties, and no longer have to
decide immediately whether to buy.
Buyers can negotiate on the details
which they prefer instead of succumbing to
a seller’s demands.
Sellers in our current market are still
making excellent profits, and their equities
are remaining stable. However, they must
be aware of pricing and the condition of
their homes, and also come to terms with
all the competition. In this climate, the
home must show in top-notch condition as
well as be competitively priced.
South Florida still has much to offer.
Vacation destinations such as Orlando
and Miami continue to draw investors and
buyers to our area. Likewise, Palm Beach
County is still on top for retirees and
second home buyers. With these in place
our market will always be stable and I
can not think of a better market to buy
in than this one.
Out to change the way
you think about real estate
For many people, your house
is your most important
investment. Don’t trust it to
just anyone.
What makes Jackie Ellis such
an original in South Florida real estate?
Quite simply, it’s the little things. It’s her
creative approach to marketing homes to
maximize their value. It’s her friendly,
energetic personality. It’s her lifetime of
local knowledge. And it’s her track
record of success more than 15 years
strong. When the time comes for your
next move, put your investment in the
hands of A South Florida Original. Give
Jackie Ellis a call today.
Jackie Ellis, Realtor®
Office: (561) 965-1225
E-mail: [email protected]
Web sites: www.jackieellis.com
www.boyntonhomes.com
8188 Jog Road, Suite 101
Boynton Beach, FL. 33437
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