Boca Beat ed. 603rd – 02/24/2023
- The recent opening of the first “diverging diamond” interchange in Boca Raton has garnered a lot of attention from the public. The diamond-intersection of Glades Road and 95 in Boca Raton has been the subject of controversy, with some people applauding the change while others are still confused about how it works.
- Boca Raton, FL – American Heritage Schools, a leading college preparatory school, is proud to announce that many of the students in its 2023 graduating class have received early acceptances to the nation’s finest colleges and universities throughout the U.S.
- Hundreds of volunteers from Boca West Country Club participated in the First Annual Hope Week, January 23-February 5. Several local charities were recipients of the Boca West member’s time, including Boca West Chapter of The Pap Corps, Gilda Mallin Boca West Hadassah, Fuller Center, Habitat for Humanity South Palm Beach County, Place of Hope, Boca Helping Hands, Tri-County Animal Rescue and Lynn Cancer Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. A total of 243 members volunteered, donating over 8,000 hours.
- Scientists tell us the earth spins at a consistent rate, but does it sometimes seem to you that the world is actually spinning faster and faster? As a veteran of decades in the business and professional world, this seems especially true for the realm of communications. One of the greatest changes, of course, is our reliance on computers. Years ago, if I needed information or to do research for an article, I got into my car and drove to the nearest library. Now it is at my fingertips, typing to the nearest search engine.
- Joan and Victor Oristano lived a lifelong commitment of giving to those in need. On Feb. 9, their legacy was again recognized with the unveiling of the newly named Oristano Center for Innovation in Health Sciences at Palm Beach State’s Palm Beach Gardens campus. The center, which opened in 2021 in a refurbished building, uses cutting-edge technology in real-world settings to train students in the Ophthalmic Medical Technology and Diagnostic Medical Sonography programs, providing a sustainable pipeline of highly qualified medical professionals to the community.
- Researchers from Florida Atlantic University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science have received a one-year grant from Shipwreck Park, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the creation of an underwater park system establishing artificial reefs and utilizing public art to raise awareness of the need to preserve and conserve natural coral reef systems.
- Palm Beach State College is launching its first Artist in Residence program under a Visiting Artists Fellowship made possible by the Helen M. Salzberg family and (Bob) Koo Family Art Collaborative Mentorship program.
- Delray Beach, FL – On Sunday, March 5, at 3pm Music at St. Paul’s continues its 34th season with a concert by the Palisades Virtuosi. Titled “Spring is in the Air,” the program features a program of works for flute, clarinet, and piano performed by the renowned Palisade Virtuosi, a New Jersey ensemble with a national presence. From a review by Fanfare magazine, “In terms of intonation, articulation, and musical insight, Palisades Virtuosi represent the best of our current world-class standards.”
- Several homeowners in Delray Beach’s beautiful Beach Front North End Neighborhood will be opening their doors to visitors during the 20th Annual Delray Beach Home Tour benefiting Achievement Centers for Children & Families (ACCF) on Wednesday, March 15th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Delray Beach Home Tour is a unique opportunity to see the exquisite interiors of waterfront homes.
- Boca Raton, FL – The 14th Annual Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities – the nation’s largest, free, one-day event for people with disabilities, both seen and unseen – will again welcome back families who love the beach, boat rides and national musical entertainment. Presented by the American Disabilities Foundation (ADF), the Bash returns to Boca Raton after a two-year hiatus.
- Boynton Beach, FL – Hadassah Florida Atlantic and Temple Beth Tikvah urge you to attend the crucial Antisemitism Decoding the Narrative program of the Jewish Community Relations Council part of the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. This impactful program is scheduled both virtually and in-person at Temple Beth Tikvah, 4550 Jog Road, Greenacres on Sunday, March 19, 11:00am – 1:00pm.
- United States Rep. Cory Mills ( R-Fla.) visited Florida Atlantic University today to tour FAU’s quantum physics laboratory in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science. Warner A. Miller, Ph.D., a professor of physics who spearheads the laboratory, provided an overview and demonstration of the nation’s first drone-based, mobile quantum network housed at FAU.
- Boca Raton, FL – FemCity Boca Delray, a local networking organization dedicated to supporting women in business through monthly workshops and innovative social events personalized for FEMS in the community, recently hosted their January Connection event with more than 45 “Fems” for an afternoon of networking and learning at Kapow in Boca Raton. Guest speaker Amanda Perna, CEO, Founder, and Creative Director of The House of Perna, Co-Founder of A Little Wyld, two-time Project Runway designer, globally recognized Speaker and TV Personality, shared tips for women in business focused around “Vision for the Year” while guests enjoyed a delicious lunch.
- South Florida’s premier chamber orchestra has added a special performance to its ‘Inspired Naturally’ 2022-2023 Concert Season. On Monday, Feb. 27, The Symphonia will show the award-winning film, Terra Nostra, while simultaneously performing the film’s powerful musical score LIVE.
- Florida Atlantic beach volleyball’s Julie Honzovicova, Marketa Svozilova, Courtney Moon, and Ellie Austin all earned Conference USA Preseason All-Conference honors, announced by the league office on Thursday.
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