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Life & Arts Catch “Your Closest Neighbor” at Holiday Parade Guest violinist Zhu joins Boca Raton Symphonia for opening concert See page B1

Community Temple Beth El to conduct Chanukah under the Stars at Mizner See page 3 Construction Begins on Bridge Hotel Waterfront Promenade

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The Tribune is year, “Celebrating Community.” “where community In three years, the Tribune, which news can be found began as a website that was and con- 24/7, 365 days a year,” tinues to be updated daily, has spun said Publisher Douglas off two sister editions, the Delray Heizer. Beach Tribune and the Coral Springs Since the Tribune Tribune, which also have websites. began operating nearly “The paper is 100 percent com- three years ago, it has munity-oriented and public input is fulfilled its mission to encouraged,” said Heizer. “The web- “publish news from site allows for blogs and responses to schools, non-profit stories.” groups, civic organiza- “Our Internet version is updated tions, houses of wor- 24/7 and our news is also available ship, business groups throughout Facebook and Twitter,” and businesses, Boca Heizer said. “The Boca Raton Tri- Raton City Hall and bune is distributed free and made stories from and about available to more than 30,000 readers East and West Boca and businesses throughout Boca Ra- Raton.” It also pub- ton and surrounding areas.” lishes a multitude of The Tribune reminds residents photos, most in color, that Boca’s annual Holiday Street Pa- and encourages people rade will be held Dec. 5 from 7:30 to to submit their own 9:30 p.m. It will conclude with fire- Temple Beth El to conduct Chanukah pictures. works. The Tribune’s float will recall the The parade begins on Federal under the Stars at Mizner days when newsboys rode bicycles Highway at SE 8th Street and runs BOCA RATON -- Temple Beth El will also be featured. and tossed papers into yards. This north to Mizner Park. For more in- of Boca Raton will celebrate Hanuk- “We are so excited to celebrate ties in with the parade’s theme this formation, visit www.myboca.us. kah this year with its annual Hanukkah Chanukah this year in an entertaining under the Stars event from 5 to 9 p.m. and exciting way at our Chanukah un- on Friday, December 14 at the Mizner der the Stars event.” said Susan Stal- Park Amphitheater. lone, director of Communications and This free community event is free Programming at Temple Beth El. “At and open to the public. It will invite Temple Beth El, we are always look- members from the South Florida Jew- ing for engaging ways to make services ish community to come together to cel- filled with meaning and entertainment ebrate the Hanukkah holiday. for people of all ages in the community The event will feature a children’s to enjoy.” area that will open at 5 p.m. and in- Part of the proceeds will benefit cludes bounce houses, face painting, Ruth Rales Jewish Family Services of hair wraps and crafts. A gourmet food Boca Raton and the Giving Tree of truck expo will also be a highlight of Temple Beth El, providing needy fami- the evening, featuring a variety of food lies, senior citizens and kids aging out for purchase such as Italian, Mediter- of foster care with basic necessities as ranean, American and vegetarian. Kid well as holiday gifts. friendly cuisine, such as latkes, bagels, Temple Beth El is a Reform con- donuts, candy, desserts and beverages, gregation affiliated with the Union for will also be available for purchase. Reform Judaism. Temple Beth El of The Hanukkah and Shabbat service Boca Raton is Boca Raton’s first Jewish begins at 7:30 p.m. and will feature house of worship and consists of two Cantorial Soloist Lori Shapiro, Rabbi campuses. The Main Campus is in East Dan Levin and Rabbi Jessica Spital- Boca at 333 SW 4th Avenue. The Beck nic Brockman. Temple Beth El’s adult Family Campus, a 6-acre educational choir, Shir Ruach, the teen group, and campus, is located in West Boca at 9800 Shir Joy (youth choir for grades 3-6) Yamato Road, just east of 441.

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This is the last article in a 5-part existing or emerging transit in- among the best and brightest can- velopments. series from One Boca, One Fu- frastructure facilitates and simpli- didates for internships or high- ture spotlighting the City of Boca fies commuting and fosters a sense skill employment. Raton’s most valuable yet under- of community. Sustainable design Over the past several weeks, a realized growth area: The North- initiatives that tap planned mo- snapshot of Boca Raton has been west Sector, the space on the map bility development create a com- As employers and employment presented. It has offered an organ- between I-95 and Military Trail, munity that encourages pedes- grow, so, too, does the city’s tax ically generated, new look at the Clint Moore Road and Spanish trian-friendly living and reduces base – delivering city-wide pros- city and its Northwest Sector that River Blvd. impacts on the environment. Peo- perity from small-yet-focused have come about through commu- ple walk, bike or take mass transit clusters of growth. Such revenues nity partnering encouraged by our to work, lunch or on errands, opt- will reduce the need for either ser- city leaders. From its residential What is a community of the fu- ing – when possible – to leave the vice reductions or tax hikes for offerings, retail amenities and the ture? car at home. Lower traffic volumes everyone – while providing much- benefits of creating a sustainable would limit impact on surround- needed investments in city-wide community, readers have learned ing neighborhoods. opportunities. what can come from turning the As business and government lead- few remaining and vacant indus- ers contemplate this question in trially-zoned, shovel-ready parcels Boca Raton and its Northwest Above all else, the future will be of developable land into a live / Sector, many answers and defini- pursued by a network of like- work / learn / play community tions come to mind. “As employers and minded business leaders, execu- built better, brighter, smarter and tives and employees with a shared greener by and for those who call employment grow, so, and energetic vision for the com- it home. A “community of the future” is a too, does the city’s tax munity’s future. destination for leading-edge com- panies and the bright, entrepre- base – delivering city- Boca Raton has all these elements neurial minds who create and run wide prosperity from A city prepared to maximize on in place to purposefully position them. It is a place on the front lines small-yet-focused clusters the 21st Century will aggressively it perfectly for the economy of of innovative technology, where capitalize on attributes that are tomorrow. From intellectual and disruptive applications take root, of growth. Such revenues changing communities across the physical infrastructure to high- and business development thrives. will reduce the need for country. Its leadership will work end housing to A-rated schools with area business and property that prepare a high-caliber work- either service reductions owners to partner on dreams to force primed to carry the entire It’s where companies want to base or tax hikes for everyone.” ensure the best city-wide outcome. headquarters or regional opera- city into the future, it’s all here. tions to avail themselves of essen- The benefits – from growth of tial amenities and benefits found Neighborhood-oriented retail op- Nowhere is the promise of a “com- the tax base to recognition as a nearby. tions give people a place to meet, munity of the future” more a re- world-class community – would shop and collaborate on personal ality than in Boca Raton, and es- touch every resident of the city. or professional pursuits. pecially its 966-acre Northwest Boca Raton’s Northwest Sector Such essentials include robust Sector and the Arvida Park of exemplifies the promise our future housing options for management Commerce. In this under-utilized holds. executives and employees of all Such benefits would include grade area between Interstate 95 and levels – from single-family estate school and higher education insti- Military Trail, technology, cor- homes to high-end, multifamily tutions, where executives or older Together, we can create One Boca porate headquarters, light manu- One Future. communities suitable for a young, employees would send their chil- facturing and service businesses educated and high-wage work- dren, or any employee may seek share the commonality of busi- force. continuing education for career or ness leaders similarly interested To learn more about this effort to personal advancement. Companies in the forward-focused prospects revitalize Boca Raton’s future, vis- themselves would find a rich pool With such housing in place, an of an entire city made stronger by it www.OneBocaOneFuture.com. of talent which to recruit from smart, suitable and sustainable de- Community News www.bocaratontribune.com November 30, 2012 through December 6, 2012 6 -Edition 124 The Boca Raton Tribune COMMUNITY NEWS East/West Boca Raton, FL

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The Palm Beach County Depart- Natural Area in Boca Raton Saturday, register. first 20 volunteers who register. ment of Environmental Resources Dec. 1 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For ad- Management (ERM) has two weekday ditional site information, visit http:// Another event in Boca is Dec. 15 Other events are: volunteer events and three weekend ac- www.pbcgov.com/erm/natural/natu- from 9 a.m. to noon at the Yamato Scrub Dec. 5, trash removal in the Acreage tivities planned for December. Two are ral-areas/pondhawk/ Natural Area, 701 Clint Moore Road. Pines Natural Area, 6405 140th Ave. in Boca Raton. Volunteers will stabilize the wetland Volunteers should wear long pants, restoration area; and plant native grass North, The Acreage. The projects are designed for vol- T-shirts and sneakers or hiking boots. seedlings. Information is available by Dec. 8, trash removal along Intra- unteers ages 16 and older. Volunteers Mulch will be moved by wheelbarrow visiting http://www.pbcgov.com/erm/ coastal Waterway and U.S. Highway 1 15 and under must be accompanied to areas along the multiuse trail Some natural/natural-areas/yamato-scrub/ by parent or guardian. Volunteers can 5,000 grass seedlings will be planted in Jupiter Ridge Natural Area, 1800 Volunteers should wear old clothes register for an event by calling Ann near the wetland restoration area. Vol- S. U.S. Highway 1, Jupiter Mathews at 561-233-2426 or emailing unteers do not need to stay for the en- and shoes as the habitat may be wet and her at [email protected]. tire day. Restroom facilities are avail- muddy in spots. Hats and sunscreen Dec. 19, removing trash from man- able inside the library (opening at 9 are recommended. Restroom facilities grove shoreline and wooded areas of One event involves mulching and a.m.) ERM will supply tools, gloves (Port-a-lets) are available in the park- scrub at Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Out- planting native grasses, assisting a lo- and refreshments. Event participation ing lot. ERM will supply tools, gloves, standing Natural Area, Jupiter cal Boy Scout with his Eagle Scout is limited to the first 20 volunteers who and refreshments for the volunteers. project. It takes place at the Pondhawk Event participation is limited to the Boca Firefighters save Pets from Home Blaze BOCA RATON – Firefighters from Crews responded at 2:55 p.m. Nov. the Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services 19. Black smoke was seen billowing Department not only extinguished a from the home by the first arriving fire- blaze at a home on SW 3rd Street re- fighters. They said they had to force cently, but also rescued several pets, a entry into the house because the occu- fire report says. pants were not at home. “The fire was immediately extin- guished, preventing further damage to the home,” said Chief Gergora said. “The aquarium electrical equipment is under investigation as the possible cause of the fire.”

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“Firefighters saved a dog, several birds that were in two cages and even three tropical fish from the fire” that broke out in a room of the single-fam- ily home at 301 SW 3rd St., said Assis- Electrical equipment in aquarium may tant Chief Michael Gergora. have caused fire, say officials Holiday Tour set for Boca Raton Resort & Club BOCA RATON – The Boca Ra- ton Historical Society & Museum will present a historic holiday tour of the Boca Raton Resort & Club Tuesday, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m. at the club, 501 E. Camino Real, Boca Raton. The cost is $25 for adults, $20 for BRHS&M mem- bers. There is an $11 valet fee per car. RSVP is required by 3 p.m. on the day of the tour. Call (561) 395 6766 ex- tension 100. The tour is not recommended for children under 12 years of age. This is a walking tour; wear comfortable shoes. Boca Raton Resort & Club www.bocaratontribune.com November 30, 2012 through December 6, 2012 8 -Edition 124 The Boca Raton Tribune EDITORIALS/LETTERS East/West Boca Raton, FL The Boca Raton Tribune Founded January 15, 2010 DOUGLAS HEIZER, Publisher Editorial Our Writers/Reporters and Columnists Online Edition Business DALE M. KING: Executive Editor SKIP SHEFFIELD, CARLO SYNESIO LYRA, OLEDA BAKER, DIANE FEEN, PEDRO HEIZER: Editor DOUGLAS HEIZER: C.E.O PEDRO HEIZER: Managing Editor BARBIERI, AL ZUCARO,MARCIA GERALD SHERMAN, MARC KENT, KAY MIKE GORA,JOHN HOHNSON ANDRE HEIZER: Social Media DINI HEIZER: C.O.O. CHRIS CATAGGIO: C.M.0 MEDINA, RENZ, MATT PINEDA, ANDERSON MANCEBO: Software Engineer

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Boca Ratonians this week All letters to the editor should be sent to: I hate bad news. So it’s really great when we claimed: “Maizie’s full name is (sound of trumpets, The Boca Raton Tribune, get word of good things happening to people in please) Maizie (because Susanna and Ed love the Boca Raton. name and it starts with the same letter as Marsha, P.O. Box 970593 - Boca Raton, FL 33497 I got an email around Thanksgiving from our which is Ed’s mother’s name), Hope (so she’ll have Letters to the Editor good friend, Lynn Laurenti, who reported that hope all her life), Gwendolynn (because my name is daughter Susanna has presented her with a second at the end of it) Weiser. We have a long history in grandchild – this one a granddaughter named Mai- our family of giving kids four names.” zie. Happy belated Thanksgiving to all of you. Dear Mr. Gora, I read financial affidavits in public “The Klein-Laurenti-Weiser clan has a lot to be your article but I do not records. thankful for this year as we welcome Maizie! She Here’s another piece of good news about Boca understand if in the end, Could I at this point arrived on Sunday, Nov. 18, and she weighed in at Raton native and wildly popular singer and actress 7 pounds, one ounce.” She said Susanna was able to Ariana Grande and her work on the Nickelodeon at present Florida law request the court of not have a normal pregnancy after giving birth to her Network. does or does not require to making them publicly first child, Gavin, by Caesarean section. The 19-year-old is taking her character of Cat include financial affidavits available? By the way, Lynn Klein Laurenti is special as- Valentine from the Nickelodeon show, “Victorious” as public records in divorce What is the the Florida sistant to President Mary Jane Saunders at Florida to a new series on the same network. She is team- judgements. Statues governing this issue? Atlantic University. Susanna was a fellow reporter ing up with Jennette McCurdy (“Sam Puckett” on at the Boca Raton News in the “good old days.” “iCarly”) for a new show tentatively called “Sam I ask this question because Thank you very much & Cat.” The story will follow the girls when they last July I got an uncontested for your reply that I am move in together as roommates and start a baby- divorce with a Marital confident will help me to sitting business to rake in some extra cash. “You Settlement Agreement and better understand the issue. know the Nick routine -- there’s an awesome sup- at that time was not even porting cast, and of course, lots of crazy hijinks discussed at the hearing Sincerely yours, ensue,” says the Huffington Post. I’m hoping to get an interview with Ariana the fact that we would have Manuela Bramante when she’s in town again – whenever that may be. prefered not having our I’ve been in touch with her grandmother, Marge, a good friend of Henrietta, Countess de Hoernle. The Countess is waiting patiently to read about the musical phenom. (If you want to see her, check YouTube for the video of “Put Your Hearts Up,” it’s a great song.) Here’s something I didn’t know. Jennette and Ariana have nearly four million Twitter followers between the two of them, so it’s no surprise the news of the show has begun trending worldwide. If you are reading this, Ariana – and I can’t think of any reason why you shouldn’t. Denny’s is offering a new special: Red velvet Pancake Puppies. Readers, you’ll just have to figure that out (Hint: Check her hair color).

Maizie, one day old

Both are wonderful friends -- and great writers, I might add. Gavin had some potentially serious health prob- lems when he was born, but the family got through it with tears, strength and courage. Lynn said Mai- zie also had some troubles in the start. She spent three days under observation in the Neonatal ICU. “She had an EKG and an echocardiogram, both of which turned out normal, thank God,” said Lynn. “Susanna and Ed (Weiser) brought her home — and I got to spend a little time with her when she was fully awake. I had visited with her two times earlier when she was in the NICU, but she was groggy both times.” “She’s incredibly alert for a newborn baby! She looks directly at you with her bright little eyes, turns her head to get a better look around, waves her arms, etc. Right now, she has blue eyes and blondish hair. I’m in love all over again!” In her typically humorous manner, Lynn pro- Ariana Grande Editorials & Letters www.bocaratontribune.com November, 30 through December 6, 2012 for news 24/7 go to bocaratontribune.com Edition 124 - 9 The Boca Raton Tribune EDITORIALS & LETTERS East/West Boca Raton, FL THOUGHTS FROM THE PUBLISHER By Douglas Heizer Character Or Reputation? You Choose This week for “Thoughts from Often in hiring new employees have them as friends. On several oc- ly. Consider what the Bible says: the Publisher” I have decided to we employ a similar strategy: We casions, however, I discovered that Be wary of outward appear- use a column written by Robert J. contact references they provide to although those individuals were ex- ances. We tend to judge people ac- ask their opinions, or call previ- cellent in speaking publicly, private- cording to perceptions – what we Tamasy. His column is fantastic ous employers to ask for informa- ly their personalities and behavior and it makes you wonder which see and hear. What we perceive, tion – to the extent the law permits. were very different. however, can be inaccurate. In 1 you rather have, Character or Whether looking for new services In the workplace, this distinction Samuel 16:7 we’re told, “The Lord Reputation. I hope you enjoy it as or to hire new staff, we want to between character and reputation does not look at the things man much as I did. know what kind of reputation they is important. In marketing, image looks at. Man looks at the outward have. is emphasized. Sometimes we refer appearance, but the Lord looks at But is reputation always a true to it as the “brand.” The goal is to the heart.” Proverbs 16:3 adds, “All If you needed to select an at- indicator of what we can expect? convince consumers, customers and a man’s ways seem right to him, but torney, a new CPA, a different sup- We all have heard about business clients we are who we want them to the Lord weighs the heart.” plier, or perhaps a new janitorial and professional leaders, along with think we are. Unfortunately, some- Guard your own motivations. service for your office, how would elected officials, who once had flaw- times people wear masks, disguis- you go about evaluating possible We can be guilty ourselves of at- less reputations only to have them ing themselves and concealing what tempting to deceive, misrepresent- candidates? Looking through phone destroyed when secrets of moral or they truly are inside. books or online listings would not ing who we are. But if we are to be ethical failures were revealed. Why There might be valid reasons for people of integrity, that includes be very helpful, since they pro- is this? vide only limited information. So this: shame, embarrassment, feel- being honest about the image we we might consult with friends and Recently I heard someone make ings of not being “good enough.” project. “Above all else, guard your trusted associates, taking the “sat- an important distinction. He said, But if our “masks” are deliberate heart, for it is the wellspring of life” isfied customer” approach. Or we “Character is who you really are. attempts to deceive, the problem (Proverbs 4:23). could get a report from the Better Reputation is who people think you is serious – and usually the truth The ideal individual has a good Business Bureau to see if any com- are.” In other words, what you see becomes evident over time. Good reputation – built on a foundation plaints have been registered against externally is not always what you character almost always results in of good character. The apostle John persons or companies we are con- get. For instance, I can think of a good reputation, but a good repu- described such a person. “Demetrius sidering. public speakers I appreciated, imag- tation does not always ensure good has a good testimony from all, and ining how enjoyable it would be to character, individually or corporate- from the truth itself ” (3 John 12).

POSITIVE LIVING By Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr. Facing Life As It Is!

Some people prefer to live an imagi- them and the rest of humanity truly all the good that is available and pos- ent in the world, nor can everybody nary life in the world, instead of hon- exist. The circumstances under which sible, besides all the evil which cannot respond in like manner to whatever af- estly facing life as it truly is! They people operate also vary, forcing their be ignored. fects them, be it good or ill! themselves can never reach the stan- effect in each person affected by them No earth dweller is perfect, nor ever That’s why nobody should force dards they’ve set for others, even if in to respond in his and her unique ways! will be while occupying this territory their personal opinions, wishes, or some things they try to leave that im- It is far better for every human oc- under the sun. No person is capable of whims on others, particularly because pression! cupant of planet earth to acknowledge satisfying another on anything to the individuality is a trade mark unique to People are different from one anoth- life as it is rather than what each might fullest degree. Not everyone is moti- each person. er albeit some commonalities between want it to be! Each should acknowledge vated by the same ideas and ideals pres-

Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr. is a Florida resident who, for many years, was a professor at the post-graduate level. He is a writer, a sought-after conference speaker, a man who lived in five continents of the world, having received his education in four of them. When he resided in southern California, he wrote a weekly column for the daily “Anaheim Bulletin,” which was carried for about six years, until he moved to south Florida.

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FAITH DIVORCE FLORIDA STYLE By Rick Warren By Mike Gora Developing Patience TO CATCH A THIEF

Life is a test in patience! This week you 1. Discover a new perspective. Find a Q My wife has always worked you think about all this? can expect to be tested at least four differ- new way of looking at the situation. Pa- for her father’s restaurant in one ent ways: tience always begins by changing the way A One of the first things you you think about something. And there is capacity or another. She started Interruptions – You will sit down to din- always more than one way to look at some- in the kitchen as a helper when she learn in law school is that you can- ner and someone will knock at your front thing, turning a negative into a positive. “A was in high school, later waitressed, not get good title from a thief. Buy a door, or your telephone will ring. You will man’s wisdom gives him patience” (Prov- stolen car, for instance, and although be in the restroom and someone will call for later she took care of the front of erbs 19:1). you. Or you will be working feverishly on the restaurant. For the last several you had no idea it was stolen you do a deadline, you cannot afford any interrup- 2. Develop a sense of humor. Learn to years, she managed the restaurant, not own it, same with money. tions, and your boss will ask you to attend laugh at yourself and your circumstances after her father retired. a meeting. rather than let them make you angry or ir- The only advice your lawyer can ritated. Find the fun in your frustrations. Inconvenience – Your flight will be can- The restaurant has always been or should give you, under the cir- Medical studies have shown that on aver- celed or delayed; trouble with your car may age, people with a sense of humor tend to very popular and profitable. My fa- cumstances, is to try to settle the leave you stuck somewhere along the road, live longer than those who do not. “A re- ther in law has paid my wife a gener- case with your wife, but do not allow or even in your garage; or someone will ask laxed attitude lengthens a man’s life” (Prov- the stolen money to be part of the for your help at an inopportune moment. ous salary for her work, but no part erbs 14:30). How will you react? of the profits. She has two brothers distribution of assets. You will have 3. Deepen your love. When you are filled and a sister. No others work in the to be careful not to use the threat of Irritations – Somehow, in some way with love, almost nothing can provoke you prosecution to blackmail her into you will be annoyed by some of those lit- family business. No promises have but if you are filled with anger almost any- tle things that are beyond our control and been made regarding what would an otherwise unfair agreement, be- thing will. Love is thinking about what oth- make life uncomfortable. Irritation tends to happen to the restaurant after the cause that would be a felony, and the ers need, rather than just what you need or bring out either the best in us - or the beast want. “Love is patient, love is kind” (1 Cor- death of the parents who, while in agreement could be set aside in the in us. Which will it be for you? inthians 13:4). their late sixties, are robustly enjoy- future. Inactivity – You will be forced to wait ing their lives, big house, boat, vaca- 4. Depend on God. If you believe God ... in lines, in offices, in traffic, in elevators. is in control of your circumstances, and is tions ETC. In deciding the alimony question, When you have much to do, and too little not surprised when obstacles or interrup- the Judge cannot base your wife’s in- time in which to do it, standing still can tions arise to interfere with your schedule, My career has gone quite will. come on what she has been stealing try anyone’s patience. Many people I know you can relax and trust that He will work would rather do almost anything but have I am the “president” of the region from her parents, even though it has things out for you. The crisis you fear can to wait for any reason. of a large international business been regular and long standing. Nor be averted. “God can strengthen you...with and make very good money. We can the judge impute income to her Research has proven that people who ample power to meet whatever comes, with are habitually impatient are the ones most fortitude, patience, and joy” (Colossians are now getting a divorce after a on that basis, since it far exceeded prone to become heart attack victims. 1:11). twenty-year marriage. It’s been a what a person with her experience Their added stress can prove too much for could lawfully earn. Adapted from a column by Dr. Rick dogfight of a divorce. She is after a secretly ailing heart. Perhaps that is why Warren. He is the author of numerous permanent alimony. Proverbs 19:2 warns us, “Impatience will books, including his highly acclaimed, Her need to keep her misconduct get you into trouble.” You could probably best-selling book, The Purpose-Drive Life, secret from her parents may place provide a few personal examples of that To my surprise, my attorney which has been translated into many lan- truth. and forensic accountant have found her in a position to make a good guages and sold throughout the world. It proof that my wife has been steal- deal with you on the marital settle- If you would like some practical advice affirms the importance of having a care- for learning to be patient, the Bible is an ex- fully considered, clearly expressed purpose ing from her parent’s business. For ment, but try to make sure that it is cellent place to look for suggestions. Con- to guide everyday life. the past couple of years it has been her idea and not yours. You are cer- sider the following: to the tune of $250,000 a year on tainly allowed to have your lawyers top of her $75,000 a year salary. cross examine her during a deposi- She has stashed about $3,000,000 in tion, so that she knows that you are a bank account in another state. aware of her misconduct.

My lawyer tells me that her ill- Be careful to have your divorce gotten income cannot be considered attorney, and perhaps, a tax attor- by the judge in determining alimo- ney, and a criminal defense attorney ny, and that bringing this mess to investigate your duties to the police the court’s attention might require authorities and IRS under these cir- the judge to turn the matter over to cumstances, and act accordingly, so the police. He also tells me that the that you do not become an accessory $3,000,000 that she has “saved” may after the fact to crimes. have to go back to her parents, and not divided between us. What do

Michael H. Gora has been certified by the Board of Education and Specialization of The Florida Bar as a specialist in family and matrimonial law and is a partner with Shapiro Blasi Wasserman & Gora P.A. in Boca Raton. Mr. Gora can be reached at [email protected].

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Municipal News www.bocaratontribune.com November, 30 through December 6, 2012 Section B Edition 124 - B1 ENTERTAINMENT FOOD REVIEW Theatre at Arts Garage P.F. CHANG’S CHINA Boca Debuts Dec. 7 BISTRO – EXCELLENCE IN Life & TRUE CHINESE CUISINE Arts The Boca Raton Tribune - B Section See page B7 BNovember 30, 2012 through December 6, 2012 • Year III • Number 124 See page B3 Guest violinist Zhu joins Boca Raton Symphonia for opening concert BOCA RATON -- The Boca Ra- ence at a pre-concert program at ton Symphonia will open its 2012- 3:15 pm. Dr. Prescott, who has 2013 season Sunday, Dec. 2 at 4 enjoyed a career as a conductor in p.m. At the first of the season’s the Pacific Northwest, is director Connoisseur Concert Series, Phil- of bands at Florida Atlantic Uni- lipe Entremont will conduct and versity and Associate Chair of the violin soloist will be celebrated in- Department of Music. ternational artist, Dan Zhu. Dan Zhu, widely recognized as The concert will be held at the one of the finest Chinese interna- Roberts Theater at Saint Andrews tional artists, performs regularly School, 3900 Jog Road in Boca in North and South America, Eu- Raton. Tickets are $35-$62. For rope, and Asia. He has appeared more information or to purchase as soloist with many orchestras. tickets, please visit www.bocasym- A native of Beijing, Zhu made his phonia.org or call 561-376-3848. first public appearance at the age The program will include Rossi- of 9, performing Mendelssohn’s ni’s II Signor Bruschino Overture, violin concerto with the China Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in Youth Chamber Orchestra. At age E minor, op. 6, Piston’s Sinfonietta 12 he entered the Central Conser- and Copland’s Appalachian Spring. vatory of Music in Beijing, where “This is such a fantastic program he studied with Xiao-zhi Huang. to kick off our music season,” said The mission of the Boca Ra- Steve Pomeranz, president of the ton Symphonia is to provide pro- Boca Raton Symphonia’s Board fessional classical music, in and of Directors. “Our orchestra has around the greater Boca Raton been rehearsing nonstop to ensure community, through performanc- music lovers will truly enjoy the es and educational outreach pro- diverse lineup of exciting perfor- grams featuring nationally and mances.” internationally acclaimed conduc- Before the concert, Dr. Kyle tors and soloists. Prescott will talk with the audi- Dan Zhu, violin soloist for Dec. 2 concert by Boca Raton Symphonia “Jersey Boys” sing their way to Kravis for three-week run WEST PALM BEACH – Tickets Best Musical (Australia), and continues wrong side of the tracks are now on sale for the return engage- to break box office records on Broad- became one of the biggest ment of the Tony, Grammy and Ol- way and across North America. American pop music sen- ivier Award-winning hit musical, “Jer- The premiere engagement of “Jer- sations of all time. They sey Boys.” It opens Dec. 19 and runs sey Boys” in West Palm Beach was an wrote their own songs, in- through Jan. 6 at the Raymond F. Kra- overwhelming success, seen by nearly vented their own sound and vis Center for the Performing Arts. 50,000 theatergoers, breaking the re- sold 175 million records Directed by two-time Tony® cords for ticket sales during its three worldwide - all before they Award-winner Des McAnuff, “Jersey week run. were 30. Boys” won the 2006 Tony® Award “Jersey Boys” is the story of Frankie for Best Musical, the 2006 Grammy Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Frankie Valli and the Four Sea- Award® for Best Musical Show Album, Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and sons are shown performing on the 2009 Olivier Award for Best New Nick Massi. This is the story of how the Steve Allen Show in 1963. Musical, the 2010 Helpmann Award for a group of blue-collar boys from the Boca Life & Arts www.bocaratontribune.com November 30, 2012 through December 6, 2012 B2 - Edition 124 Section B

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Theater Review Skip Sheffield Food Review Marc Kent P.F. CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO My mother used to say, “If you don’t brina Gore) and Burrs (Tom Anello), a – EXCELLENCE IN TRUE have anything good to say, don’t say vaudeville couple with an offstage re- anything at all.” lationship. It is a volatile relationship. CHINESE CUISINE And so I will choose my words very You could say they are always at each Boca Raton ‘s P.F. Chang’s has, We found the “Seafood” choic- carefully. Outre Theatre Co. is the new other’s throats. since 2001, been a favorite fine es to include six fish and eight kid in town, and a feisty one at that. The hostilities escalate with the ad- Chinese eatery due to the consis- shrimp dishes – we had shrimp Outre’s inaugural production, “The dition of two characters at the party tent high quality and superior ser- with candied walnuts and honey- Wild Party,” continues through Dec. of the title. Kate (Christina Groom) 9 in the black box theater of Mizner is a flapper who sets her sights on vice. dew melon balls in a magnificent Park Centre for the Arts (formerly both Queenie and Burrs. Black (Mark cream sauce…a winner! This reviewer, together with foodies Carlene and Steve, sampled From the menu we chose P.F. some twenty offerings – large por- Chang’s fried rice – wok fried with tions at reasonable pricing. egg, soy, carrots, bean sprouts and scallions. This available with We enjoyed typical Chinese a choice of beef, pork, chicken soups – the egg drop was quite or shrimp, whichever you select. rich with full flavor, the wonton This is superior fried rice, highly light and tasty with bits of veg- recommended. One may also find etables and two plump wontons. crab fried rice, lo mein and four Three other soups are available as noodle varieties here. Five veg- well. etarian plates are available as are seven side dishes of green vegeta- Spring rolls, two or four to a ble variations. portion, were crispy and chock full of minced vegetables. The egg The desserts are unusual for a rolls were soft shelled with pork Chinese restaurant but were very and vegetables – both with sweet welcomed. Don’t miss the crispy and sour dipping sauces and both warm banana spring roll with delicious. Other starters included toasted coconut/ pineapple ice Chang’s famous chicken or vegeta- cream and fresh berries. A large ble lettuce wraps as well as crispy portion of cheesecake may be had crab wontons or dumplings fea- as well. Eight mini desserts – dou- turing pork or lemongrass chicken ble shot glasses filled with carrot or shrimp or vegetables – any and cake or apple tart or lemon dream all available fried or steamed. We or great wall of chocolate – named had the pork fried and then shrimp offerings – are a sweet ending to a steamed – both fine texture and fine dining experience. full of flavor. We sampled green beans, lightly battered and crispy. Please note that Chang’s has a Pay attention to their dipping full gluten-free menu, a four course sauce – it is very, very spicy! The prix fixe menu and a children’s dynamite shrimp was very spicy as menu. A full bar offers 14 spe- Cartoon Museum). Brown-Rodriguez) is a smooth-talking well- presented in an overgrown cialty cocktails, 19 beers (foreign “Wild Party” is a bold but curious brown-eyed handsome man who picks choice for the Boca Raton audience. up on Queenie’s revenge flirtations. martini glass – very pretty! Ahi and domestic) plus 3 non-alcoholic The work is a musical by Andrew Lip- As the party wears on the charac- tuna, calamari and spare ribs are drinks, 6 sake selections plus over pa based on a 1928 narrative poem by ters sing about their messed up lives part of the “Starters collection”. 50 wines by the 7 ounce glass or John Moncure March. in rhyming couplets. One of the best We opt to forgo any of the five the half glass. “Wild Party” was quite risqué in its things about “The Wild Party” is the salads offered to try the Chinese day. It was duly “banned in Boston.” dance numbers, choreographed by spice duo of duck, slow cooked leg P.F.Chang’s China Bistro is Outre’s “Wild Party” has a huge and Michelle Petrucci and staged on Sean plus crispy breast – this then sliced located at 1400 Glades Road in rather unwieldy 15-member cast, un- McClellend’s elegantly shabby set. A and superior with a cherry/gin- Boca Raton (561-393-3722) and der the direction of Skye Whitcomb. stand-out dancer is a little fireplug of ger chutney…don’t miss this one. is open for lunch and dinner 7 It also has a large (9-piece) onstage a guy named Jackie (Ben Solomor), There are 12 chicken dishes on the days – 11AM to 11PM Sundays band under the direction of Kristen who gets his own solo number, “Jack- menu. We had a fine tasting sweet through Thursdays, till midnight Long to tackle Lippa’s challenging ie’s Last Dance.” and sour chicken, stir fried with on Friday and Saturdays. Seating score. There is a grand finale of sorts, of As Whitcomb says in his director’s which we will not detail. Suffice it to pineapple, bell peppers and onions. 250 inside plus 30 outside, this notes, “There are no heroes here. A say the party is over. We are not likely bustling bistro is extremely well cast of empty, hungry characters claw to return. Eleven items listed as “Beef, staffed for excellence in service. and bite for something, anything, to We will return to see whatever else Pork and Lamb”, included mu Our manager – Jonathan Biaylor fill the void, while jazz, sex, betrayal Outre Theatre has in the works. It is shu pork – shards of pork, egg, and server Jennifer Schwartzman and alcohol swirl around them.” admirable the company is giving work mushroom and scallions with hoi- were attentive to our needs for our If this does not sound like much fun, to so many young and talented South sin sauce within a warm Chinese two hour plus review. This bis- then you get the picture. Florida performers. We just wish the pancake – a fine, filling dish. Flank tro, part of a nationwide chain, is If “Wild Party’ is supposed to be sexy party could have been more fun. steak, wok cooked, with scallions above par…we suggest that you… and funny, the characters are so un- For tickets, call 954-300-2149 or go to and garlic is called Mongolian likeable it is hard for it to be either. www.outretheatrecompany.com. beef and is recommended. Go and Enjoy! The main characters are Queenie (Sa- Boca Life & Arts www.bocaratontribune.com November 30, 2012 through December 6, 2012 B4 - Edition 124 Section B

S P O T L I G H T Wayne Barton Hosts 2,500 for Special Thanksgiving Dinner BOCA RATON -- The Wayne Bar- The Center also distributed turkeys ton Study Center hosted some 2,500 door-to-door to needy families Nov. 20 guests at a special Thanksgiving din- and 21. Donations are still being ac- ner Nov. 19 at the Wayne Barton Study cepted by mail at: The Wayne Barton Center. That’s up from the 1,500 who Study Center, 269 NE 14th St. Boca children and families who attended last Raton, FL 33432 or on the website at year. www.waynebartonstudycenter.org, and Visitors came through such organi- click on the Donations Tab zations such as the Boca Raton Charter “We could not undertake this huge School, Dixie Manor Housing Author- project if not for one of our volun- ity, The Haven, Florence Fuller teers, Toni Valentino of the Pam & Child Development Centers and Toni Team, Keller Williams Realty in individually, from Boca Raton and sur- Boca Raton and The Above and Beyond rounding areas. Many of these chil- Community Church,” Barton said. dren are at-risk youth who might not For more information contact otherwise have a Thanksgiving dinner. Shaneka Ramos at 561-620-6203

A line of servers prepares to dish out Crowds pack the Sweet treats all in a row at the Barton Thanksgiving goodies. Wayne Barton Study Center Thanksgiving dinner. Center for Thanks- giving dinner.

Lots of kids and adults showed up for the Thanks- giving festivities at the Barton Center.

Wayne Barton Study Center Founder Wayne Barton presents certificate to Souhila Calder, a significant organizer of the annual Thanksgiving dinners at his center. Souhila is the wife of Pastor Austin Calder of the Above & Beyond Community Church, which meets at the Barton Center. She is also a member of Boca Homeschoolers.

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Diana Bojka of Boynton Beach attaches a balloon to the wrist of a young guest at the Wayne Barton Study Center Thanksgiving dinner. November 30, 2012 through December 6, 2012 www.bocaratontribune.com Boca Life & Arts Section B Edition 124 - B5

S P O T L I G H T Second Annual Corporate Cup Challenge The Peter Blum Family YMCA in Boca Raton hosted its second annual Corpo- named team champions and were presented with the Corporate Cup Trophy to rate Cup Challenge, an Olympic-style, co-ed team competition. The competition display in their office for the year. All funds raised went to support the Y’s Fi- included activities designed to celebrate health and wellness in the workplace nancial Assistance Program, which allows for membership and program schol- while emphasizing teamwork, communication and team building. Cendyn was arships to the Y for those who cannot afford it.

The NCCI team of more than 20 volunteers show their team spirit at the Y Corporate Cup Challenge The YMCA of South Palm Beach County volunteers ready to help opponents refuel during breaks.

Jeff Klein, Annabel Cohen, Craig Ehrnst, Joe Mir, and Kristen Velasco are ready to The Cendyn team proudly shows off their Corporate Cup Challenge Trophy. spike some balls during the Four Square Volleyball competition.

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We can count a Thanksgiving Dinner invitation She’s very emotional about her family, Palm Beach County our blessings that no one is trying to from Cut 432 (if I pay $45) and a huge friends, the community and people in convince us that their party (or cause) discount on Romeo and Julie cocktail need. is the one to covet. We can relish the dresses from Loehmann’s (if I shop at For decades, Rosemary return to normalcy and make correct lunch time). and her husband of 54 decisions about the things that really I could not believe my good for- years, Ben, have assisted matter to us: picking the best tooth- tune. The election had not only bol- organizations throughout paste, cleaning products and dog food. stered my self-esteem, but it has giv- the Boca Raton and Palm We can also indulge in the gra- en me the necessary credentials (and Beach County areas in ciousness of our political candidates. prestige) to sign up for Law of At- ways that rarely earn them Although I waited in line to vote (for traction Singles or match.com. I may recognition. nine hours) and fielded calls from vol- not be a beauty queen but who else unteers of both parties, I did not do can brag that they received a personal The Bethesda Hospi- much in the way of getting votes for email from US House of Representa- tal Foundation and the our candidates (if you don’t count tives Ted Deutch? Ted thanked me Women of Grace Com- Facebook). from the bottom of his heart for my mittee rectified that by presenting Rosemary with Ben and Rosemary Krieger at the 13th Annual Women of But I am feeling like a hero. friendship, my guidance and my trust. Grace Luncheon are flanked by their daughter, Cathy, who He also thanked me for sending him a high honor, the “Woman This inflated sense of self is not of Grace” award, Nov. 14 traveled from Dallas; and Richard Pollack, CEO of the back to Washington (I don’t remem- YMCA of South Palm Beach County in Boca Raton. an inherent one. It is merely due to ber buying him a ticket, but memory at a luncheon at the Ritz- the overwhelming letters and emails loss is one of the hazards of aging). Carlton in Manalapan. Sheila O’ Boyle, Lupus Foundation I have received from political candi- of America, SE Florida Chapter dates and their colleagues. US senator I was feeling so good (and omnip- Barbara Boxer thanked me for con- otent) until I realized that I had let Mary Pittman, Habitat for Human- tributing more than $1.5 million for Adam Hasner down. Apparently he ity had sent me an email that I overlooked candidates across the country, Michele Barbara Whittaker, Christians Obama thanked me for my kindness, in my inbox. He told me that the race was close but we were almost there. Reaching Out to Society (C.R.O.S. warmth, and love and Bill Clinton sent Ministries), which operates the Caring me his praises as well. He also said America was counting on me (he must have heard how great I Kitchen in Delray Beach. All this is wonderful, I thought, I am) and that if I got in line by Susan Duane was chairwoman of now have friends in such high places 7 pm I could cast my vote. the event and Suzanne Boyd, anchor of (even though Caroline Kennedy did WPEC - News 12, served as emcee. not call). But it was when Elizabeth I was crestfallen when I heard that Warren said that I can help protect se- Mr. Hasner had lost his bid for a seat “During the past decade, the Wom- niors, put more people back to work, in Congress. I thought I could do no en of Grace Luncheon has raised more and build a better future for our coun- harm, make no mistakes and that I had Rosemary Krieger, center, with Pam than $1 million and made a tremen- try that I began to realize my full po- unnatural powers. So I did what any O’Brien and Mariella Montgomery. dous impact on Bethesda’s Center for tential. American would do – I emailed Mr. Women and Children,” said Duane. “She is like the Energizer Bunny, she I may have taken a Tony Robbins Hasner and offered him one of my fa- The money supports “the creation of course, attended a James Finley lec- vorite possessions – an antique chair never stops,” Pam O’Brien, executive a new state-of-the-art maternity birth- ture and read Deepak Chopra books, bequeathed to me by my grandmother director of Aid to Victims of Domes- ing care, which includes labor and de- but I did not realize what a great hu- from Cleveland. It may not be a Con- tic Abuse (AVDA) told the sell-out man being I had become. I did have gressional Seat, but it sure is comfort- audience, said of Rosemary. The some proof though, I was offered a able. And it did not cost $2 billion to Kriegers have donated two rooms discount at Sweet Tomatoes (if I ar- attain. to the AVDA shelter. A volunteer in the community for two decades, Rosemary is a leader with Soroptimist of Boca Raton/Deerfield Beach, an organi- zation in which business and profes- sional women work to improve the ALL INCLUSIVE GOLF lives of women and girls. Through Soroptimist, she shares her time, Mention This Ad talent and generosity with dozens of charities. Rosemary Krieger, left, with Lorry Herdeen, who Includes Breakfast, She also contributes to the nominated her for the Woman of Grace Award. Lunch, Draft Beer YMCA of South Palm Beach County and Food for the Poor, where livery, post-partum, newborn care and & FREE Replays she supported the construction of two ante-partum care. It also includes 20 Mon-Fri homes in Jamaica for families in need. private rooms/suites, a nursing station Seniors 60+ $32.95 Rosemary received her award at the and a parenting education and resource $ .95 Resident 35 TO PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (20 MIN.) 13th Annual Women of Grace Lun- center,”

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Entertainment Skip Sheffield Theatre at Arts Garage Debuts Dec. 7 Yet another new theater group is “The Icebook” Pops to Life at FAU poised for its debut next Friday, Dec. 7. Theatre at Arts Garage presents Interesting things are always going Lauren Gunderson’s “Exit, Pursued on at FAU. “The Icebook,” a pop-up By a Bear,” with performances at 7:30 book that comes to life in a 50-minute show, will be presented at on the hour p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 2 p.m. Satur- students. Call 561-394-2626 or go to While we were there we walked and half-hour from 4-8:30 p.m. Friday, day and 7 p.m. Sunday through Dec. www.showtimeboca.com. over to Palm Beach Photographic Cen- Dec. 7; 3:30-8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8 30 at 180 N.E. First St., Delray Beach. tre, which moved from Delray Beach and 2:30-6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9 at Habatat Galleries in WPB three years ago. Yes, downtown West Set in the mountains of North Jaffee Book Arts Gallery in the Wim- Palm Beach is happening right now. Georgia, “Exit’ is described as “Thelma berly Library. Tickets are $15. The In case you are wondering what and Louise meets the Coen brothers” production is created by man-and-wife happened to Habatat Galley at Gallery The number for Habatat Galleries in a zany Southern comedy that is also British artists Davy and Kristin Mc- Center in Boca Raton rest assured it is in 561-832-8787. Palm Beach Photo- part feminist anthem. The ever-sweet alive, well and bigger and better than graphic is 561-253-2600. ever at 539 Clematis St., West Palm Beach. Habatat co-founder and Boca Silver Palm Awards Monday Raton artist Thomas Boone took me The fifth annual Silver Palm on a guided tour of the lovely facil- Awards honoring excellence in South ity, which is bright, airy and with two Florida Theater will take place from floors about three times the Boca gal- 7:30-10 p.m. Monday, Dec. 3 at Copa- lery size. In addition to the nation’s cabana Supper Club, 219 S. Andrews finest glass sculptors, the gallery Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Admission is shows the exquisite landscape and $30 to the public. I will be your report- seascape super-realistic oil paintings er on location for this event. To RSVP, by Thomas Boone. write [email protected]. FAU Plans Series of Holiday Concerts BOCA RATON – The department queen will then enter the room, lead- of music in Florida Atlantic Univer- ing a procession of their noble guests, sity’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of which will include FAU’s madrigal Arts and Letters will present several singers, costumed true to the period. holiday concerts. A full-course meal will be served with instrumental fanfares announcing meal Handel’s “Messiah” will be present- courses and events. ed Sunday, Dec. 2 at 3 p.m. in the Uni- versity Theatre on FAU’s Boca Raton After dinner, a concert of season- campus. 270 years since it premiered, al and madrigal music will entertain the “Messiah” remains one of the most guests. Tickets for this event are $100 Nan finally has enough and turns the Guire, who will be visiting FAU. Call popular holiday musical traditions ever. and include a $70 tax-deductible dona- tables on her abusive husband. The 561-297-0226. The concert will be presented by FAU tion to the Department of Music. Res- cast includes David Hemphill, David Also at FAU student and alumni choral groups. ervations for the dinner can be made by Nail, Niki Fridh and Lindsey Forgey, Tickets are $10 and can be purchased calling 561-297-2337 or visiting fauf. under the direction of Louis Tyrrell. by visiting www.fauevents.com, by call- fau.edu/madrigal. This is Tyrell’s first show since Flor- Also at FAU, Holiday Dances We Dance will be presented at 1 and 7 ing 1-800-564-9539, or at the box office ida Stage closed its doors over a year Finally, on Saturday, Dec. 15 at 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1 in the University in the Student Union on FAU’s Boca ago at Kravis Center. Tickets are $30- p.m., Sean Murray will lead FAU’s Theatre. Admission is $10 with chil- Raton campus. $40. Call 561-450-6357 or go to www. tuba and euphonium players in a Tuba dren under 12 just $5. Handel’s monu- artsgarage.org. Then, on Sunday, December 9 at 6 Christmas celebration. This will take mental “Messiah” will be performed at p.m., the department of music contin- place at Mizner Park in Boca Raton. “Women’s Minyan” at Levis JCC 3 p.m. Sunday in the University The- ues its holiday tradition in presenting This tradition was started by Indiana atre. Call 800-564-9539 or 561-297- the second annual Madrigal Dinner University Professor Harvey G. Phil- Out yonder at Levis Jewish Com- 0266. munity Center, the West Boca The- at St. Jude Parish Life Center, 21689 lips, and this will be the third annual atre Company presents “Women’s “Title of Show” at Showtime Toledo Road, Boca Raton. The event presentation for FAU. Minyan” by Naomi Ragen, directed reflects a Renaissance evening full of by Shari Upbin. The story concerns a Showtime Performing Arts The- pageantry and entertainment, includ- This is an outdoor free event and au- respected rabbi’s wife of a patriarchal atre at Royal palm Place is doing ing a court jester, wandering minstrels dience members should bring chairs or ultra-Orthodox community in Jerusa- something a little different: an adult and other characters as well as food and blankets. More information on this and lem who breaks with tradition and is production of a Broadway musical music. The dinner is modeled after the all music events at FAU can be found excommunicated and separated from about creating a musical titled “Title feasts of the Renaissance when lords at www.fau.edu/sota or by calling 561- her 12 children. Performances con- of Show.” The professional cast in- and ladies of large manors would pre- 297-3853. cludes Clay Cartland, Sara Green- pare huge holiday celebrations. tinue at 7:30 Wednesday, Thursday The Madrigal Dinner is sponsored and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday in the berg, Krissi Johnson and Noah Levin. Shows are 8 p.m. Saturday Dec.1-15 Following a cocktail hour, guests by Madelyn Savarick and all music con- Beifield Auditorium. Tickets are $17 certs at FAU are sponsored by Wells members and $20 to the public. Call and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2-16. Tickets will be invited into the dining room are $22 adults and $18 seniors and and seated at their tables. The king and Fargo and the Cultural Council of 561-852-3241. Palm Beach County. Boca Life & Arts www.bocaratontribune.com November 30, 2012 through December 6, 2012 B8 - Edition 124 Section B continued from page B7

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MunicipalThe Boca Raton Tribune News Boca PD Launches Stepped-Up Parks Named for Departing Holiday Surveillance County Commissioners BOCA RATON -- The day after Thanksgiving, traditionally known as Aaronson and Marcus “Black Friday,” is historically one of the WEST PALM BEACH – During its ty 800 MHz radio system. The negoti- busiest shopping days of the year. And reorganization meeting on Nov. 20, the ated cost of the project is $4.226 million the 2012 edition was no exception. Board of County Commissioners de- and will be completed by June 1, 2013. “Black Friday” marked another event, cided to name two county parks after one started by the local police depart- Information Systems Services – ap- a pair of long-time members who are ment. Continuing through mid-Janu- proved three-year pricing schedules leaving due to term limits. ary, officers from the Boca Raton Police with AT&T for voice and data services Services Department are stepping up ing lots and watch as shoppers place Commissioners adopted resolution at an estimated cost of $10.4 million. marked and unmarked vehicle patrols, purchases in their vehicle, then break stating that South County Regional These pricing schedules will reduce bicycle patrols and other surveillance in into your car and steal your items. Park in West Boca will now be known costs by 40 percent or approximately retail areas throughout the City. • Go directly home after making large as Burt Aaronson South County Re- $2.56 million per year and will enable In addition, Boca Raton Police are or expensive purchases, such as com- gional Park. The Radnor/Kaybel (Dia- the county to migrate to the new VoIP kicking off the “If Not You, Then puters or televisions. Be alert in case mondhead) property in Jupiter will now phone technology with no financial Who?” campaign which emphasizes you are followed. be known as the Karen Marcus Ocean penalties. the importance of everyone keeping Park Preserve. Financial Management and Budget alert and reporting suspicious activity. Have your cell phone handy in case Aaronson, 84, is stepping down af- – approved a series of FY-2012 year- According to police, many arrests this of emergency and remember: Watch ter 20 years on the board while Marcus, end budget amendments and transfers. year in the city of Boca Raton have been your bag, Boca! 60, is leaving after putting in 28 years made with the assistance of citizens call- ARE YOU on the county panel. ing in suspicious activity. The “If Not WITNESSING POTENTIAL You, Then Who?” campaign will contin- During the pre-Thanksgiving ses- CRIMINAL ACTIVITY? sion, board members said goodbye to ue to raise safety awareness throughout Did you know that many crimi- the city beyond the holiday season. outgoing Commissioners Marcus and nal cases have been solved and arrests Aaronson and welcomed newly elected Also, the Crime Prevention Unit made because citizens have called the of the Boca Raton Police Services De- Commissioners Hal R. Valeche (Dis- Boca Raton Police Department to re- trict 1) and Mary Lou Berger (District partment urges everyone to take extra port suspicious persons or activity? steps to remain safe this holiday shop- 5). They and returning Commission- Your phone calls DO make a difference! ers Shelley Vana and Priscilla A. Tay- ping season. Some of those steps in- Call 561-368-6201 or 911 if you see clude: lor were sworn into office by Clerk & any of the following: Comptroller Sharon Bock. • Use the buddy system when shop- ping and stay alert! Awareness is key • Vehicles circling or driving slowly In other business, the commission is staying safe. Reduce distractions through the area. appointed Commissioner Hal Valeche and avoid using your cell phone while • People loitering or those you don’t to fill an open seat on the Treasure walking in parking lots. recognize. Coast Regional Planning Council Former Commissioner Burt Aaronson • Always watch your purse and make • Strange vehicles backed up to a ga- (TCRPC). sure its contents, especially wallets, rage door in a residential area. The commission also took the fol- are not visible or accessible to others. • Unknown persons walking behind, lowing action: Thieves are looking for wallets to or seen emerging from, the rear of a PBAU – approved the issuance of a steal from purses when their owners home or closed business. revenue bond of up to $45 million by are not paying attention. • Someone attempting to hide behind the Palm Beach County Educational trees or shrubbery. • Limit the amount of cash, credit Facilities Authority to be used as a cards and other valuables that you • Persons lifting up door handles loan to Palm Beach Atlantic University carry to minimize potential loss. or looking into vehicle windows (PBAU) to refinance existing debt. No • Do not overload yourself with pack- (in parking lots, at beaches, parks, county funds nor its taxing power, faith ages. Use “will call” and curbside schools, malls, etc.) or credit are involved. package pick-up services. If it doesn’t look right, it probably Radio system – approved an agree- • Do not make multiple trips to the isn’t. Call police right away. You can ment with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for parking lot to leave purchases in meet with an officer or choose to re- replacement of master site equipment your car. Thieves often loiter in park- main anonymous. for the county’s countywide public safe- Former Commissioner Karen Marcus Boca’s Abrams named chairman of Palm Beach County Commission WEST PALM BEACH – During 4 commissioner has held the gavel. without opposition to a full four-year its reorganization meeting on Nov. 20, “I am honored to serve as chairman term. Abrams was mayor of Boca Raton members of the Palm Beach County and look forward to a productive year with from 2001 through 2008 and on City Commission unanimously selected a focus on public safety, economic prosper- Council in Boca Raton from 1989-1999. Commissioner Steven L. Abrams as the ity and sustainability,” said Abrams. Abrams also serves as chairman the new chairman, succeeding ex-Commis- “Another priority will be to heighten South Florida Regional Transportation sion Chair Shelly Vana, who was just the board’s visibility by increasing public Authority, the Solid Waste Authority, Val- re-elected to her post as commissioner awareness of the role of the county com- ue Adjustment Board, Broadband Com- from District 3. mission,” he added. mittee and Multi-Jurisdictional Issues Co- Commissioner Priscilla Taylor was Commissioner Abrams represents ordination Forum Executive Committee. chosen as vice-chair for the coming year. District 4 which includes 12 municipali- In addition, he sits on the boards of the Abrams said it has been nearly 50 years ties from South Palm Beach to Boca Ra- Florida Association of Counties, the Kra- since someone from Boca Raton has been ton. He was originally appointed in 2009 vis Center for the Performing Arts and elected chair and 20 years since a District and was subsequently elected in 2010 the Southeast Florida Coastal Task Force. Steven L. Abrams www.bocaratontribune.com November 30, 2012 through December 6, 2012 22 -Edition 124 The Boca Raton Tribune Community East/West Boca Raton, FL H. Irwin Levy to Speak at Israel Cancer Association Luncheon Well-known South Florida de- sociations since 1951, and ac- veloper and philanthropist H. tively practiced law for 18 years. Irwin Levy will be the guest speaker at the 2012 Membership For more information about the Brunch of Israel Cancer Asso- 2012 ICA USA Membership ciation USA (ICA USA). The annual event will be held Sunday, December 9, 2012 at the National Cro- quet Center, West Palm Beach

Levy has had a legendary career in serving both the people of Southeast Florida and the State of Israel. He has been a full time resident of the Palm Beaches for decades, and is best known as hav- ing pioneered the de- velopment of Southeast Florida adult communi- ties including four Cen- tury Villages and Wyn- moor Village, containing 35,000 condo units.

He has been actively in- H. Irwin Levy volved with the local Jew- ish community, as well as Israel. Brunch, contact Jill Cooper at He is a lifetime honorary mem- Israel Cancer Association USA, ber of the Board of Governors (561) 832-9277. of the Jewish Agency for Israel, and serves as the chairman of the UIA Government Relations Israel Cancer Association USA Committee that secures funding is a nonprofit organization es- from the US government for im- tablished in 1994 in Palm Beach. migration of refugees to Israel Its mission is to raise funds for from countries in distress. Levy fellowship grants that support has visited Israel more than 100 cancer research conducted by times world-class scientists at leading hospitals, universities and insti- Levy has been a member of the tutions in Israel for Israel Can- Palm Beach and Florida Bar As- cer Association (ICA).

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The pre-approved 270-foot wraparound wall and dock is just the first step The sale is scheduled for Saturday, Florida Elks Youth Camp, located in seawall and dock at the Boca Raton in our comprehensive transforma- December 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Umatilla, Florida, is dedicated to en- Bridge Hotel has begun. tion of the Bridge Hotel, serving Sunday, Dec. 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at riching the lives of children from the the Elks Lodge, 265 NE 4th Ave., Delray state of Florida by providing a safe Beach. Participants must provide their camp experience that contributes to own table and spaces are 6-feet long. Reg- each camper’s mental, physical, and so- istration costs $20 per space. Food and cial growth. beverages will be available for purchase. For more information and to receive The deadline to rent a space is Dec. an application, call Laura Schreader at 3. All proceeds benefit the Florida Elks (561) 306-7393 or email: lkjohns27@ Children’s Charities. yahoo.com. Music Ministry at Boca Church to present “A Child is Born” BOCA RATON -- The First United ditional Christmas carols such as Joy to Methodist Church of Boca Raton Mu- the World and O Come All Ye Faithful. sic Ministry presents “A Child is Born,” The concert concludes with the tradi- written and arranged by Mary Mc- tional singing of “Silent Night,” ac- Donald, directed by Bob Sheffey min- companied by the orchestra. ister of music, and narrated by Patrice Also on the program is a rendi- Horn and Doug Sedlak. tion of O Holy Night sung by soprano The concert is scheduled for two Megan Meyer and Festival of Carols evenings, Friday, Nov. 30 and Sun- featuring excerpts from Tchaikovsky’s day, Dec. 2, both at 7 p.m. Doors open Nutcracker Suite. at 6:30. It will be held in the church’s The concert is free to the public. An main sanctuary on the east campus, 625 offering will be taken to help support NE Mizner Blvd. in Boca Raton. the Friends of Music which allows the The concert will also include se- church to continue to present special lections from the church’s children’s concerts and services at Christmas and choir; instrumental selections from the Easter each year. The Boca Raton Bridge Hotel orchestra and special music from the For more information, contact the praise choir as well as soloists. church at 561-395-1244 between 9 a.m. Dubbed its “waterfront prome- as a prelude to what is in store for Some of the selections include tra- and 5 p.m. nade,” the new dock-to-dine ameni- guests and the community in up- ty will offer guests the opportunity coming phases planned to position to arrive by boat for the only public the property to luxury boutique ho- “on-the-water” dining in Boca Ra- tel four-star status,” said Russ Flick- ton served up at The Bridge Hotel’s er, managing partner of AWH Part- WaterColors restaurant. ners, LLC., a joint venture between August Group Ventures, LLC and The dock expansion and en- Winston Harton Holdings, LLC, in hancement that will flank the Partnership with The Lane Organi- property’s entire Lake Boca perim- zation. “The best is yet to come.” eter marks the initial phase of the Bridge Hotel’s major “reinvention” AWH Partners, LLC identifies redevelopment plan. The subse- and acquires outstanding assets in quent transformation phase, antici- key locations that require opera- pated to begin in late spring/early tional and physical repositioning to summer, will be much more com- achieve their highest and best use. prehensive with the introduction The Bridge is an established com- of entirely new hospitality and din- munity icon in an enviable locale ing concepts, further expansion of with a longtime history serving waterfront amenities and extensive as the locals’ favorite “guesthouse” renovations of guestrooms, restau- for visiting friends, family, and col- rants and public spaces. leagues. The acquisition afforded the partnership the opportunity to The Bridge Hotel continues to return to South Florida to expand operate as a traditional hotel as its presence add another “hotel re- new ownership repositions and re- positioning success story” to its invents it to be more relevant and portfolio. exciting to meet the desires and needs of today’s vacationers as well The Boca Raton Bridge Hotel is as social and business guests. Led located where the Intracoastal Wa- by a seasoned team of designers terway and Lake Boca Raton meet and consultants, the hotel is being at 999 East Camino Real in Boca completely transformed into a pre- Raton.

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Christmas 2012 Come and join us for Biblical preaching and authentic worship. Boca Glades is a place for family, friends, healing, growth and a place to call home. We hope to see you at these upcoming events!

Changed by a Baby Boy A Christmas Musical December 9, 2012, 8:30 & 11:00 am Enjoy a Christmas performance by our choir and orchestra

Christmas Eve Service December 24, 2012 7:00 pm Celebrate the birth of Jesus with us.

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BusinessThe Boca Raton Tribune Boca Raton-inspired “RatMouth” New Docs Join Medical Staff at clothing line debuts on “Black Friday” Boca Raton Regional Hospital BOCA RATON – There are lots day Festival. BOCA RATON -- Boca Raton Re- of legends about the meaning of The RatMouth clothing line in- gional Hospital has announced the ad- the name, “Boca Raton.” dition in November of two new doctors cludes under the Feltraiger label is to its medical staff: Two South Florida brothers full of graphic T’s, tanks, sleeveless have created a clothing line to bring T’s, sweatshirts, hats and accessories. Gabriela Ferder, MD, is board cer- attention to the literal meaning of Feltraiger is an American-made tified in pediatrics. She attended medi- cal school at Universidad Maimonides the city’s name which, in Spanish, menswear line produced in limited translates to “Rat’s Mouth.” in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Her in- runs that depicts a new American ternship was fulfilled at Buenos Aires The Feltraiger men’s cloth- classic cool style. It is available on- Children’s Hospital in Buenos Aires, Gabriela Ferder, MD ing company has created a new line and at their flagship store on Argentina and her residency was com- line called RatMouth, created with the Lower East Side of New York. pleted at Mount Sinai School of Medi- Boca Raton in mind, company offi- Feltraiger is named for the cine in Elmhurst, New York cials said. They were shown for the founders’ original family surname Somnath Nair, MD, is board certified first time as part of the big South before it was changed to Feldman Florida Black Friday Festival held in neurological surgery. He attended upon their arrival at Ellis Island in medical school at Grant Medical Col- at Sunset Cove Amphitheater. the early 1900’s. lege in Bombay, India. His internship and residency programs were com- pleted at the University of Rochester in Rochester, N.Y. Somnath Nair, MD

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BOCA RATON -- In most start-up time is a critical enabler of start-up businesses, capital is an ever-present growth. With a fixed amount of capi- constraint, and the focus must always tal investment, a start-up can roughly be to squeeze maximum growth from double its growth rate if it can halve its limited capital. payback time. A good way to think about capi- By accelerating paybacks, a start-up tal and growth is in terms of payback can reduce the number and size of capi- According to clothing designers Items from the RatMouth men’s clothing line. time. Every capital investment is a tal investments it requires, allowing the negative cash flow, but if it is a good entrepreneurs to retain more of the Daniel and John Feldman of the investment, it will create positive cash value created by the start-up. family-owned company, Feltraiger, South Florida’s Black Friday flows. For more on this topic, or for no- Justin Bieber and Kid Cudi have Festival 2012 was hosted by Mi- The payback time is the amount of cost consulting with certified business been spotted wearing the brand. ami Heat’s DJ Irie, and featured time it takes for the positive cash flows analysts, including growth accelera- Their new American made cloth- performances by Kendrick Lamar, to fully pay back the original capital in- tion consultants and PTAC specialists, ing collection, RatMouth, made its G.O.O.D., Music’s Pusha T, Kid Ink, vestment. contact the SBDC at 561-862-4726 or South Florida debut at a pop-up Emir Duru and more. In our minds, reducing payback email [email protected] shop at the South Florida Black Fri- Email your Business News, promotions and acknowledgements to Chris Catoggio at: [email protected]. BUSINESS BITS BOCA RATON – The Greater cer patients. The SRT-100™ is a state- tion of strategic acquisitions, infrastruc- 5. Officials said guests can expect the Boca Raton Chamber’s Special Holi- of-the-art therapy device for non-mela- ture investments and margin expansion same level of service they have received day Membership Breakfast will be held noma skin cancer. It provides patients opportunities. He will also be Patriot’s over the last decade and will also be Dec. 13 at the Boca Raton Resort & with a virtually pain-free non-invasive liaison with Class I freight railroad stra- treated to new features that the Dou- Club. It is sponsored by Wells Fargo treatment option while achieving out- tegic projects. “Avery has an extraordi- bleTree by Hilton brand is known for. and features live music performed by comes comparable to surgery, and nary track record of success as a senior Each of the 220 guest rooms now fea- West Boca Raton High School’s Encore without scarring. transportation executive. He is broadly ture plush Sweet Dreams® by Double- Ensemble. BOCA RATON -- Patriot Rail Corp., recognized as one of the top authorities Tree Sleep Experience and CITRON BOCA RATON -- Sensus Health- a leading operator of short line and on rail economics and investment/profit body care products created by Crabtree care, providers of the SRT-100, the regional freight railroads, announced maximization,” said Patriot Rail Presi- & Evelyn. “With the reflagging to a leading alternative for non-surgical the addition of George Avery Grimes dent & CEO John Fenton DoubleTree by Hilton, leisure and busi- skin cancer treatment, has received a to its management team as executive DEERFIELD BEACH -- The for- ness travelers will find a new relaxed Medical Device License from Health vice president & chief strategy officer. mer Hilton Deerfield Beach Hotel be- environment that is more fitting to this Canada, permitting the marketing and Grimes will be responsible for revenue came the DoubleTree by Hilton Deer- outstanding destination,” stated Gen- sale of its device for treating skin can- growth through initiation and evalua- field Beach – Boca Raton Hotel on Nov. eral Manager Walter “Chip” Chapman.

Business www.bocaratontribune.com November 30, 2012 through December 6, 2012 26 -Edition 124 Wayne Barton Study Center Holiday Newsletter No. 1 MAKE A KID HAPPY: DONATE TO TOYS FOR TEENS

BOCA RATON – Wayne Barton wants ed a Thanksgiv- only one thing for Christmas this year. ing meal that He wants every needy child in Boca Ra- drew more than ton and its environs to have a toy and a 3,800 kids, men meal. and women to the gymnasium He is turning the Wayne Barton Study at the center. Center at 269 NE 14th St., Boca Ra- Food was doled ton, into a holiday headquarters that he out from two hopes will rival Santa’s toy shop. He has massive serv- just launched his “Toys for Teens” ef- ing tables to the fort that asks residents to donate an un- thousands of wrapped toy that will be presented to a people who at- child in the 12 to 18 age bracket. tended. There were games and music. Many took food Barton said he wants to reward the chil- home to have later. Smiles and the dren he serves year-round with his edu- shouts of happy kids were everywhere. cation and meals programs. “We want to give something to the children who have Looking back at the crowd at his center improved their grades and behavior,” on Thanksgiving, he noted that amidst Barton told the Boca Raton Tribune. the noise and good cheer, “there was peace. These were people all meeting Anyone who wants to bring an un- under one roof, and there was no fight- wrapped toy to the center can do so ing and bickering. I saw more fighting Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to in the stores on ‘Black Friday.’ The 6 p.m. Donations may also be sent to kids were at peace, and they were total the Wayne Barton Study Center, 269 NE strangers. They came from different 14th St., Boca Raton. programs in Boca Raton, Delray Beach BARTON CENTER: and Deerfield Beach.” “EDUCATING AND EMPOWERING STU- Barton offers an After-School Meal ev- ery day for children who don’t have the DENTS TO ACHIEVE ACADEMIC SUCCESS” chance for a hot dinner. There is also camaraderie among them – another The purpose of the commodity that’s in short supply these Wayne Barton Study days. Kids “don’t text each other from Center is to enhance one room to another,” said Barton. They the health, welfare and talk – and get along. education of children in need in our com- During the Christmas season, Barton munity. We believe said he’s hoping to partner with local that positive choices In addition to the toys, he is collecting businesses to create an “Angel Tree” empower our youth food – turkeys, hams and canned goods – program intended to personalize the into leading produc- for those who would not have sufficient gift-giving. “You can put a toy in a box food or resources for a special holiday and just give it,” he said. But through tive lives. High school meal. the Angel Tree program, a person or graduation is the ex- business will know which child gets the pectation of the Study Center; a college education is the goal. WBSC is The “big day” for Wayne Barton’s kids gift, and can fit the wish to his or her intended to fill those needs that are not being met through the home or will actually take place Sunday, Dec. 16 own desire. school. The Study Center emphasizes academic development, counsel- from 1 to 4 p.m. That’s when Santa ing, nutritional needs, study skills, recreational activities, living skills, Claus will arrive on a fire truck and dis- He said he hopes to put “Angel Trees” and citizenship in a multicultural society. tribute toys to area kids. There will also and collection boxes at local businesses. be a full dinner, Southern-style, gospel The Wayne Barton Study center came about when retired Boca Raton singing and an ice cream sundae make- Like Santa, who is another big, jolly guy, Police Officer Wayne Barton patrolled the Pearl City neighborhood in it-yourself station. Barton wants his celebrations to key on the 1980’s. He understood the challenges facing the area’s youth as he the true meaning of Christmas. “It goes had grown up under very similar circumstances: poor, suffering from Kids are scheduled to decorate the beyond eating and giving toys,” he said. Christmas tree at the Barton Center to- “The kids we serve are kids who really low self esteem, being told he would never amount to anything. To give day, Nov. 30. A tree lighting ceremony need support. Many have gone through the youth a “boost” he convinced the local housing authority to allow will follow. personal tragedies or come from broken him to turn a 600 square foot apartment in Dixie Manor public housing homes. Statistics show that one in five project into a study center. The neighborhood youth were invited to use This isn’t just a Christmas thing for children in Palm Beach County goes to the center as a safe place to do their homework and escape an often- Barton. For years, he has held annual bed hungry – not because they missed chaotic home environment that did not support learning. Christmas and Thanksgiving events, in- a meal, but because there is nothing in viting kids and families to break bread the house.” Although the apartment was a good beginning, it was not large enough and celebrate the spirit of the seasons. to accommodate all the youth who needed, and wanted, help. Wayne He also holds a Back-to-School jam in The program is open to all. Any type Barton envisioned a true study center designed to get the young people August for kids returning to class. Dur- of gift, money or food donations will off the streets and guide them toward a successful future. The challenge ing that occasion, he distributes back- be accepted at the Barton Center. And to meet the needs of the youth resulted in the formation of Barton’s packs filled with needed school supplies. mark Dec. 16 on your calendar for the big holiday event. Boosters, a group that worked tirelessly to raise $2.3 million dollars to Just a couple of weeks ago, Barton host- construct the Wayne Barton Study Center.

www.bocaratontribune.com November, 30 through December 6, 2012 for news 24/7 go to bocaratontribune.com Edition 124 - 27 CARLO BARBIERI By Carlo Barbieri The Second American Civil War Revisited In this column a few months ago, ed States has ever endured, we cannot we discussed the possibility of a second help but be reminded of President Abra- American Civil War. This would not be ham Lincoln’s famous quote: “A house di- a bloody encounter like the one that split vided against itself cannot stand.” this nation in the 1860s, but rather, an in- But Lincoln went on to say: “I believe ternal battle fueled by our nation’s radi- this government cannot endure perma- cally divided politics and ideologies. nently half-slave and half-free.” We could Now that the smoke and fire of the paraphrase this by saying, “This govern- Nov. 6 election have cleared, we can look ment cannot endure when the country is at this issue again with fresh eyes. Unfor- half-rich and half-poor.” tunately, we note that little, if anything, We postulated in the earlier column has changed. that Mr. Obama’s policies will basically President Obama squeaked out a vic- wipe out the middle class and ignite class tory on Election Day that will keep him warfare among those divided into the re- in office for another four years. During maining two classes. the campaign, particularly during the Clearly, the middle class is losing its debates, he presented little in the way power. It is being erased by heavy tax de- of new thinking for the coming term. mands that it can no longer endure. Mr. His promise to “reach across the aisle” Obama has not considered the nation as a to Republicans rang hollow – and it has whole. He has not considered the option already proven to be misleading. He has of giving people everywhere an opportu- given us a guise of trying to resolve the nity to better themselves. approaching “fiscal cliff ” economic disas- But then again, why should he? ter by holding closed-door meetings with Clearly, his support comes from people congressional leaders. But after all was who get “stuff ” from the government, as said and done, it appears the Republicans FOX commentator Bill O’Reilly said on may be on the verge of caving in while the night of the election. Mr. Obama has Obama stands firm. turned success into a dirty word. He has And if he continues to stand firm, pronounced the idea of entrepreneurism what does that mean for the country’s fu- as an anachronism in his Socialist world. ture? The middle class, which Mr. Obama “You didn’t build that,” he would say, re- promised not to hurt with new taxes, will ferring to small, medium and large com- be hurt through the expiration of the panies. Bush tax cuts – which is likely to push the Mr. Obama paved his road to re-elec- nation off the fiscal cliff and into another tion with food stamps, rent assistance, aid recession. Both presidential candidates for health care and telephone bills, hous- said the middle class had already endured ing for single mothers and subsidized enough financial troubles. It appears Mr. transportation. This assistance reaches Obama’s words were just sound and no tens of millions of people who do not substance. work, but feel they are entitled to public Certainly, the re-elected chief execu- benefits paid for with money that comes tive would argue that the elimination of from those who are employed. These are a tax reduction is not the same as impos- the people who support him. They are ing a new tax, yet, in reality, it is exactly not those who still see business success the same thing. This is the same voodoo as the key to the American Dream. economics he has been practicing since Add to this the fact that despite the he took office. tremendous effort to encourage voters to Why would we expect him to do any- cast ballots in this year’s election, in the thing differently? This comes from the end, four million fewer Americans turned same man whose U.S. Supreme Court out to vote than in 2008. How could there ruled that a penalty for not having health have been such a lack of interest in an insurance under Obamacare is not actu- election touted to be a turning point in ally a penalty, but a tax. American history? The Grace Community Church of Boca Raton Music Ministry, We don’t think it is premature to say A retired U.S. Army colonel has writ- together with the Countess de Hoernle Singers, that Mr. Obama is unlikely to change his ten a fictional story about the possibility and The Florida Classical Orchestra present: own ideology during the coming years, of a second Civil War, but his would be which means the radical division in this one that involves bloody fighting and A Baby Changes Everything nation will continue. death. Still, that colonel says the cause The contemporary musical ushers in the Christmas season Look at what has happened already. of this war would be political division through song and orchestral music.

Just days after the Nov.6 election, some and violent disagreement among people. th two dozen states began petition cam- The same kind of disagreement we see in Saturday December 8 7pm paigns to secede from the union. It’s Washington, D.C. and disheartening to see such a grand-scale America cannot succeed with such po- Sunday December 9th 7pm negative reaction to the re-election of a litical and ideological disagreement in its president. It’s one thing either to like or midst. We must all learn the art of com- No tickets required, A Love Offering will be taken dislike a national leader. It’s quite anoth- promise despite having a president who Net proceeds go to support the Boca Helping Hands er to try and pull the union apart. doesn’t understand the meaning of that Backpack Ministry for Children As we relate this instance to the first – word. Grace Community Church of Boca Raton is located at 600 West Camino Real. and hopefully only -- Civil War the Unit- For more information please call 561-395-2811 or visit www.graceboca.org.

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SportsThe Boca Raton Tribune NASL Names Bill Peterson Newest Commissioner

By: Pedro Heizer Directors and a member of the US- and that they are helping to grow the “I like the new format,” said Peter- The resurgent NASL will kick off PRO Cycling Board of Trustees and game in North America. son. “This is the format most leagues its third season in the spring of 2013 served briefly as COO of the United “What you will see in 2-3 years is around the world uses.” with a new team, a new schedule for- Football League (UFL). a solid NASL,” said Commissioner Pe- “This format helps the league and its mat, and a new commissioner. The “Bill’s diverse breadth of manage- terson. “I’m going to take this great teams in three ways: it helps with play- league announced this afternoon that ment experience in the US and abroad at product that’s been built and take it to er acquisitions, it helps teams schedule they have hired former NFL Europe governing bodies, leagues, teams, stadia another level.” friendly matches with other teams from President and AEG Senior Vice Presi- and one of the leading hospitality com- around the dent Bill Peterson as their new Com- panies gives him the ability to lead by world, and will missioner effective immediately. example and align everyone’s interests also change Peterson, who is no stranger to in order to achieve our individual and the game on North American soccer, has worked collective goals,” commented Chair- and off the closely with MLS teams when he was man of the NASL Board of Governors field as it will the Senior Vice President of AEG Aaron Davidson. “With Commissioner put more pres- Sports and Managing Director of Peterson, we look forward to accelerat- sure on teams the Home Depot Center from 2000 ing the positive financial results of our to win games to 2006. Peterson helped oversee the existing teams and continuing to usher since there are management of numerous MLS teams in new teams in strategic markets with two halves,” and the development of soccer-specific owners who embrace our vision and explained stadiums across the country. have the wherewithal to succeed at the Commissioner highest possible level.” Peterson. Commissioner Peterson has also worked closely with NFL Europe, he “There is an opportunity here to The hiring was the Football Operations Direc- cement the NASL as a league that can of Peterson tor for the Frankfurt Galaxy, General thrive and expand while providing as the newest Manager of the Amsterdam Admirals, compelling soccer for the game’s fans,” NASL Com- Director of Football Development for said newly named Commissioner Peter- During the teleconference, Commis- missioner draws a correlation between the league, Managing Director of NFL son. “The roots of the NASL triggered sioner Peterson spoke briefly on some himself and Major League Soccer Europe and eventually become the a soccer explosion in North American of the issues he will take on and make Commissioner Don Garber, who also President of the league. in the 1970s and I am delighted to be better, “very first thing is putting more worked with the NFL in Europe before leading this new chapter as we take the efforts and resources into promoting taking over the reins of MLS. “Don’s Most recently Peterson provided league and its teams forward into an the game in the local markets,” said Pe- a great person and a great commis- advisory and event services to a va- exciting future.” terson. sioner,” Peterson said. “I’ve worked for riety of clients in Canada and the him and with him and we’ve had a good United States through his own firm Long term, Peterson not only wants Commissioner Peterson spoke brief- to grow the league but wants to ensure ly about the new schedule the NASL relationship now for 15 years. That will Solve4. Peterson is also the Chair- continue for sure.” man of the USA Cycling Board of the NASL stays strong and successful will use starting in the 2013 season, David Beckham to play in the NASL Next Season? By: Pedro Heizer actual team to stand behind, interest however, I wanted to experience one longshot, but so was Beckham com- On November 20th, David Beck- on Beckham’s side faded. last challenge before the end of my ing to Major League Soccer in 2007. ham announced that the 2012 MLS But, according to a report in playing career,” said Beckham in a Beckham in the NASL would be Cup would be his final game as a the Irish newspaper the Sunday prepared statement. very good for the league as they member of the Los Angeles Galaxy, World, a senior Cosmos source has What’s that “one last challenge” look to thrive and expand while leaving room for everyone to specu- confirmed that discussions are un- Beckham talked about? Could it be providing compelling soccer for the late where the former Manchester derway with David Beckham and taking a team from the NASL to game’s fans. United Star will land. his advisers to bring the multimil- Major League Soccer? After hearing the possibility that Since then, multiple reports have lionaire soccer star in as part of the There is no doubt the Cosmos’ he could be playing in the same come to light that indicate that the ownership group of the team and new ownership group are setting league as Beckham next season, 37-year old midfielder superstar its core player as the resurrected themselves up to be a forerunner for Strikers’ midfielder Mark Ander- is interested in joining the New Cosmos start playing in the NASL the 20th MLS franchise. son, who is from Durham, England, this upcoming season. York Cosmos as they begin play in They would transition from the tweeted his enthusiasm, “Just heard 2013 in the North American Soccer Beckham’s interest looks genu- NASL into MLS just as the Port- that the New York Cosmos are in League. ine. A move to the Cosmos would land Timbers, Vancouver White- the race to sign Beckham. Playing This is not the first time Beck- reunite him with former Manches- caps, Montreal Impact and the Se- against Becks next season? Please ham has been linked to the New ter United teammate Eric Cantona, attle Sounders had done previously. make this happen [Eric] Cantona.” York Cosmos. In 2010 after the New who was appointed the New York If that is the case, Beckham could be Beckham hinted in his statement York Cosmos name was purchased Cosmos Director of Soccer in Janu- a partial owner and help the Cosmos that he would be interested in stay- by Paul Kemsley, who was an in- ary.The report in the Sunday World find favor with MLS Commissioner ing involved in American soccer af- vestment banker and once the direc- indicated that a decision is coming Don Garber, who has been saying ter his six year stint in California, tor at Tottenham, and Beckham’s soon. The “senior official” told the for well over a year that he sees New ”Soccer’s potential has no limits in personal agent Terry Byrne, Beck- newspaper that, “David has con- York as the location of the 20th this wonderful country,” said Beck- ham showed interest in joining the firmed his interest and we expect an team in his league and to that end ham. “I want to always be part of team but after Byrne and Kemsley announcement before Christmas.” had been working hard to secure a growing it.” eventually sold the corporation after “I’ve had an incredibly special site for the team to build a stadium. a great deal of marketing with no time playing for the LA Galaxy, Beckham to the NASL could be a

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NASL Names Bill Peterson Newest Commissioner See page 29

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