Atlantic Ave Magazine September 2021

YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A ROCK STAR 

TO LIVE LIKE ONE 

LETS MAKE A MOVE! 

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Luxury Real Estate Advisor 

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contents 

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66 68 72 

REGULARS 

6 From the Editor 

72 City People 

Emelie Konopka 

LOCALS ONLY 

8 In The News 

22 Delray Under $50 

PICTURES 

24 On The Ave 

28 In The Pineapple Grove Arts District 

32 Lady A In Concert 

ENTERTAINMENT 

34 Gotta Know 

36 Gotta See 

40 Gotta Hear 

42 Gotta Read 

HEALTH & BEAUTY 

44 Pain Relief 

Masking the Symptoms 

46 Body Beautiful 

Back to School, Back to YOU! 

SPECIAL FEATURES 

48 labor Day 

The History Behind This All American Holiday 

50 Peterson’s Flower Market 

Brightening Up Any Day and Occasion 

52 Maya Bleu 

Saving the Ocean with a Lifestyle 

Brand Steeped in Sustainability 

54 Dr. Stacy Musselman 

Quantum Care for Optimal Health 

56 Scratch Car 

People You Can Trust for Auto Repair 

and Painting 

58 Thermae Retreat 

Health Comes with Mental, Physical, 

Emotional and Spiritual Balance 

60 This Month In History 

Looking Back In September 

64 Delray Beach Chamber Of Commerce 

The Delray Chamber Nonprofit Council Has 

Been Telling Stories Like Never Before All Year! 

66 Travel 

Perth, Australia 

68 Travel 

Romantic Retreats 

FASHION 

74 What RU Wearing ® 

DINING 

84 Restaurant Review 

Il Contadino Ristorante 

86 Guide 

90 Recipes 

September is National Fruit and 

Vegetable Month! 

MISC 

92 PetXpert 

What is a Proper Diet and 

How Does My Pet Change with It? 

93 Pet Spotlight 

LEISURE 

94 Brain Teasers 

Crossword Puzzle, Sudoko, and Enigma 


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Publisher 

David Mizen 

Editor 

Yvette Birdsong 

Contributing Editors 

Diane Feen, Nicol Jenkins, Lisa Marie, Tom Craig, Lewis David 

Art Director 

Fabio Passere 

Designer 

Eduardo Passere 

Senior Account Executive 

Harvey Lustig 

Photographers 

Melissa Korman 

Tom Craig 

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from the 

editor 

Can you smell the 

Pumpkin Latte?! 

September 22 we welcome Fall, and although our temperatures 

here in sunny South Florida are still very warm, we are officially in 

the homestretch of 2021. I don’t know about you, but this season I 

am excitedly looking forward to football (go Fins, Bucs, and Jags!). 

In this issue you will meet Emilie Konopka, our September City Person. 

Diane Feen calls her a Leader, Communicator, and a Visionary, and after 

reading her story, you will definitely agree. Her passions include cooking, 

art, music, yoga (to name a few) – but she does so much more. She is a wife, 

a mom, a volunteer, the regional director for a major retail company and… 

if that wasn’t enough, the new Chairman of the Board for our beloved Old 

School Square. 

I know I’ve said this in a previous issue, but I believe it’s worth repeating 

– we are in the middle of hurricane season. Hurricane preparation is part of 

South Florida life. September and October have notoriously been the most 

active for hurricanes. If you have a whole house generator, get it serviced, 

if you have a portable generator, make sure you have fresh gas to run it 

3-5 days. Get water, non-perishable foods, paper goods, cleaning supplies, 

batteries, flashlights, and all necessary medications. 

Do you have Fall travel plans? Consider local destinations and staycation! 

Our All America Town has lots to offer and explore, but 

so does our state. Inside 

this issue we have a few 

suggestions on Romantic 

Getaways, all in our 

beautiful Sunshine State! 

Let the 

beauty 

of what 

you love 

be what 

you do. 

— Rumi 

Have a safe 

Labor Day Weekend! 

Yvette birdsong, editor


locals only | in the news 

Menin Announces Grand 

Opening for Ember Grill, 

Rosewater Rooftop 

Restaurants Arriving to 

The Ray 

Menin, the Delray Beach headquartered developer (Delray 

Beach Market, Lionfish Delray) have announced that Ember 

Grill and Rosewater Rooftop, operated by Clique Hospitality, 

situated in The Ray Hotel Delray Beach, Curio Collection by 

Hilton, will officially open doors to the public on Wednesday, 

September 1, 2021, with reservations first being accepted via 

OpenTable. A third hospitality concept by Menin, Stingers, a 

quick stop for artisan coffee creations and teas along with light 

breakfast and lunch fare, cold pressed juices and snacks will 

also open doors on September 1. 

Both restaurants, will be led by Executive Chef Joe Zanelli, 

a new South Florida resident and acclaimed culinary master 

known for his experience manning some of the world’s most 

prominent kitchens. For more information visit - www.embergrilldelray.com 

www.rosewaterdelray.com and www.therayhotel.com. 

Impact 100 Men of Palm 

Beach County’s Board of 

Directors 

There are three newly elected board members, Nicholas 

Coppola, David Freeburn, and Emmanuel St. Germain. 

Four members of the previous board will serve again this year, 

Stephen Greene, Ted Hoskinson, Dan Paulus, and John Snider. 

They have been elected to serve for the grant year commencing 

July 2021 and ending June 2022. Impact 100 Men of Palm 

Beach County has just had their fifth anniversary! During those 

first five years, the members of the organization reviewed 

grant requests from over 150 nonprofits serving children in 

our communities. Members contributed funds in equal proportion 

and worked as a team to choose a handful of organizations 

to be stewards of our members contributions. Over $250,000 

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was given to these worthy organizations to 

make the lives of children in our communities 

better. For more information visit - 

https://www.impact100men.org/. 

Delray Beach 

Library is pleased 

to present Artist 

Ron Burkhardt 

“LANGUAGE AS 

ART FORM” Bold 

Juxtapositions 

Burkhardt’s Memory Fragments, Organic 

Colors and Abstract Letters 

The exhibit is on display on the 2nd 

Floor Gallery from September 18th to 

December 18th 

Ron Burkhardt is the originator of three 

genres of Contemporary Art-Notism 

(hieroglyphic memory fragments), Earth 

Art (large organic fields of paint fused with 

nature), LetterScapes (bold geometric color 

blocks of abstract words). 

Honored with over 200 creative awards 

and exhibited in more than 70 galleries and 

museums worldwide, Burkhardt is known 

for his rhythmic scrawls, striking designs 

and rich colorations. He has been collected 

and exhibited internationally in a dozen 

countries including Italy, Japan, Germany, 

Brazil and Switzerland. 

His Art has also sold at Art Basel, Sothebys 

and Phillips de Pury. Tri-coastal Burkhardt 

is a Florida resident, who splits his 

time between Palm Beach, New York, and 

California. 

Delray Beach Public Library is pleased 

to host a reception to meet the artist 6 pm 

to 8 pm, Wednesday, September 22, 2021. 

This event is free and open to the public. 

Light refreshments will be served. 

Mr. Burkhardt will also present a talk 

about his work as the celebrated author 

of three genres of contemporary American 

art at 6 pm, Wednesday, December 8th at 

the Library. The Delray Beach Library Art 

Gallery is located at 100 Atlantic Avenue in 

Delray Beach. Parking is free and plentiful. 

South Florida 

Couple Develops 

Groundbreaking 

Program Post- 

Pandemic 

Teens who went through Shift Happens 

report a 68% increase in handling 

stress well 

Andrea and Lee Vallely 

Transformational coaches Lee and 

Andrea Vallely have found a way to 

significantly lower stress and improve 

well-being in teens impacted by the pandemic. 

The Vallelys, who have spent years 

coaching adults through difficult times 

with their Shift Happens program recently 

modified the program for teens at the request 

of parents. New data from their pilot 

program at Somerset Academy in Boca 

Raton shows unbelievable results: 68% 

increase in managing stress well, 59% increase 

in remaining calm during stressful 

situations and a 57% jump in overall happiness 

among the teens. 

“Before the program, I had so much anxiety. 

Now, I don’t have to carry situations everywhere 

I go. I handle things a lot better,” 

said Daniela, a middle school student who 

went through Shift Happens for Teens. 

The 8-lesson Shift Happens curriculum 

is turnkey for teachers and distributed 

with video lessons and an accompanying 

workbook. The program was created 

from Lee and Andrea’s proven method of 

teaching the principles behind our psychology. 

It shows students their innate 

well-being, how to calm a busy mind, and 

the eyeopening way to not react to their 

fluctuating moods. 

The Vallelys created Shift Happens for 

Teens during the pandemic after parents 

begged them for help with their children 

who were struggling with isolation, anxiety 

and change. The couple ran a pilot program 

at Somerset Academy in Boca Raton 

this past spring and were surprised at the 

amazing results. 

Invasion Duo 

Performing at 

Crazy Uncle Mike’s 

Happy Hour 

Saturday 9/25 from 5 - 7:30PM 

6450 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton 





Puppy Pals, The Comedic 

Stunt Dog Show to Perform 

in Boca Raton and Delray 

Beach 

Boca Raton and Delray Beach are ‘going to the dogs!’ Puppy 

Pals, the comedic Stunt Dog Show, will bound onto the stage 

at the Mizner Park Cultural Center on September 25, and at the 

Delray Beach Playhouse on September 26. Both performances 

will take place at 1 pm. 

Filled with surprises and laugh-out-loud canine comedy, 

Puppy Pals is a show suitable for all audiences – adults, children, 

and dog lovers! The performing pooches – most of them 

rescued and adopted by the show’s creator Wesley Williams 

– execute challenging and comical tricks in an atmosphere of 

controlled chaos. Veterans of both America’s Got Talent and 

Britain’s Got Talent, these ‘from shelter to showbiz’ Puppy Pals 

perform challenging stunts, including jumping rope, climbing 

ladders… and back flips! 

The Tri County Animal Rescue (https://tricountyanimalrescue.com 

) will be holding a fundraiser in conjunction with the 

Puppy Pals performance at the Mizner Park venue. 

The Puppy Pals will perform at the Mizner Park Cultural 

Center located at 201 Plaza Real in Boca Raton on September 

25th at 1 pm, and the Delray Beach Playhouse located at 950 

NW 9th Street, on September 26th at 1 pm. Tickets for both 

performances are $35/$25 depending on seating and can be 

purchased online at https://miznerparkculturalcenter.com 

and https://delraybeachplayhouse.com. 

For more information visit https://www.puppypalsshow. 

com/show or contact Carol Kassie at carol@carolkassie.com / 

561-445-9244. 

Achievement Centers 

for Children & Families 

Receives Grant from Power 

Financial Credit Union 

Power Financial Credit Union (PFCU), one of South Florida’s 

largest credit unions, in celebration of its 70th anniversary, 





Leman Murray (Chairman of the Board for Power Financial Credit Union), 

Laura Fournier, Jessica Gregoire, Allan Prindle (Power Financial Credit Union CEO) 

has provided a grant to Achievement Centers for Children & 

Families for $7,070. 

“The generous grant will help us provide services to the Delray 

Beach children and families that rely on our services,” said 

Jessica Hall, Director of the Achievement Centers for Children 

& Families Foundation. “We are so grateful to Power Financial 

Credit Union for this needed support.” 

To commemorate its anniversary, PFCU is giving back to the 

members and community that have supported it since 1951, 

with donations of $7,070 each to seven South Florida charitable 

organizations. The charities that will split nearly $50,000 

include: The Advocacy Network on Disabilities, Jason Taylor 

Foundation, Take Stock in Children, Save LGBTQ, Shifting Gears 

United, Achievement Centers for Children and Families and LifeNet4Families. 

ACCF Hosts 10th Annual 

Witches of Delray Bike 

Ride October 30th Bike 

Parade Features Hundreds 

of Costumes and Decorated 

Bikes for Local Charity 

The 10th Annual Witches of Delray Bike Ride will take flight 

on Saturday, October 30th from 7:30 to 11:30 am, during 

which hundreds of witches will ride through scenic Downtown 

Delray Beach, guided by the Delray Beach Police Department. 





Riders will end at the Delray Green Market 

Old School Square location, where the 

party will continue with awards for “Best 

Costume,” “Best Witch Cackle,” “Best Decorated 

Bike,” and “Best Group Theme.” The 

event benefits the Achievement Centers for 

Children & Families, and interested supporters 

can ride as an individual or form a 

team and register at www.witchesofdelray. 

org. The registration fee is $30. 

Each year, witches gather to decorate 

their bikes (brooms) and dress up in 

their best witch-ware to raise funds for 

Achievement Centers for Children and 

Families (ACCF) located in Delray Beach. 

ACCF is a community-based organization 

dedicated to serving under-resourced 

children and families. 

The Witches Brew annual kickoff is Friday, 

October 22nd from 6 pm to 9 pm at 

Tim Finnegan’s Irish Pub in Delray Beach. 

The event will include specialty cocktails, 

a silent auction, rider registration and 

contests. 

Visit www.witchesofdelray.org to register. 

Witches of Delray Brew 

Friday, October 22nd 

6pm – 9pm 

Tim Finnegan’s Irish Pub 

2885 S Federal Hwy, 

Delray Beach, FL 33483 

Witches of Delray Ride 

Saturday, October 30th 

7:30 am – 11:30 am 

Ride Starting Point – Delray Beach City 

Hall • 100 NW 1st Ave, Delray Beach, 

FL 33444 

Ride End Point – Old School Square 

Outdoor Pavilion Stage, 51 N Swinton Ave, 


Posh Properties 

Welcomes New 

Agents 

Maria Manzone 

561-320-6889 

sunshinestaterealtor@gmail.com 

maria.poshflorida.com 

Maria Manzone knows the local community, 

as a REALTOR® and a neighbor 

for over 20 years. With access to top 

listings, a large network, exceptional marketing 

strategies and cutting-edge technology 

offered at Posh Properties, thereby ensuring 

clients a marked advantage. 

Anthony Addeo 


https://addeorealty.poshflorida.com/ 

561-678-4881 

103 NE 2nd Ave 


Experienced, passionate, and a work 

ethic you can count on, 

Anthony Addeo graduated from FAU 

with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration 

and a major in Management. 

Anthony grew up managing his family’s 

investment properties and closed just shy 

of 30 transactions his first year as a realtor 

for a total of over $5,000,000 in sales 

volume. 

The Spodak Dental 

Group Celebrate 

Their 45th 

Anniversary by 

Giving Back! 

The team of board certified general and 

specialty dentists and dental professionals 

realize that the community is a big 

part of their business longevity so are giving 

back to local community members and 

organizations as a way to say thank you. 

In an effort to align with their core values, 

“Why we C.L.I.C,” more than 40 team 

members is offering life-changing donations 

and community outreach. 

C: Create a “WOW” experience for ourselves 

and our patients 

L: Lead with authenticity and integrity 

I: Inspire each other to achieve remarkable 

results 

C: Cultivate community by providing 

support and positive communication 

To celebrate each core value, the team 

will donate 45 smiles (needed dental treatments) 

to community members in need; 

will provide 45 community service hours 

to local organizations - including planting 

45 trees; will donate 45 hours to aspiring 

dental professionals; and host 45 hours of 

team social events, respectively. 

The Group has already teamed up with 

the Wounded Veterans Relief Fund to provide 

life- changing dentistry to local veterans, 

and also plan to continue partnering 

with local organizations including Community 

Greening, Spirit of Giving, and the 

Delray Beach Police Department. 

The events and give-back will continue 

through to June 2022. Community members 

are encouraged to join the Group’s 

efforts, and are invited to reach out should 

they or someone they know need care! 



STRETCH THE SUMMER 

Summer is ON and travel is BACK at Crane’s! 

We’re giving guests an excuse to extend their 

summer out a little farther this year with our 

seasonal summer promotion. 

Stretch the Summer at Crane’s offers 10% off three 

– four night stays, and 15% off five nights or more 

for guests that travel with us after the summer peak 

months, for stays between August 15 and October 

7, 2021. This offer is available for booking from now 

through September 30, 2021 and is nonrefundable. 

10% off 

3-4 NIGHT STAYS 

15% off 

5+ NIGHT STAYS 

82 Gleason Street, Delray Beach, FL 33483 

CranesBeachHouseHotel | cranesbeachhouse.com 

Some restrictions apply with the Stretch the Summer Rate offer: Non Refundable. Based on 

availability. Not valid with any other discounts or offers. Taxes and gratuities are not included. New 

reservations only. Blackout dates apply. Reservations for travel August 15, through October 7, 2021. 



Spady Cultural Heritage 

Museum Celebrates 20 Years 

Of Art & History 

Juniper Health 

160 SE 6th Ave, Ste A1, Delray Beach, FL 33483 

561-475-4388 

www.juniperhealthdelray.com 

Clarence VAUghn, Louis Haym, Colleen Rhodd, Nancy Chanin, Mayor Shelley Petrolia, 

Vera Farrington, Charlene Farrington, Kim Ardila-Morgan, Bill Whigham 

Twenty years of providing art, culture and history culminated 

in an evening of laughter, music and nostalgia at the Spady Cultural 

Heritage Museum. On July 27, 2021 – two decades after the 

museum opened to the public – guests arrived to celebrate the institution’s 

past and future. 

Board members of the Spady Museum mingled among former 

board members, staff, partners, artists and the museum founder 

and past Board Chair Vera Farrington. Farrington’s daughter, Charlene 

Farrington, manages the museum as its Director and has overseen 

the museum’s continued relevance with programming that 

appeals to all ages and ethnicities. 

PHOTOs by MasterWing Creative Agency, 2021 

1020 South Federal Hwy 

Delray Beach, Florida 

561.272.1147 

Dr. Christopher Noe, Elizabeth BurrOWs 

The 20th anniversary celebration was also an opportunity to 

raise funds for future programs and events. The Jim Moran Foundation 

has generously pledged to match funds raised up to $20,000, 

and the museum has launched several virtual and in-person campaigns, 

giving people an opportunity to invest in its future. 

To donate to the Spady Museum’s 20th Anniversary Fund, which 

will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the Jim Moran Foundation, 

please visit https://www.spadymuseum.com/donate.html 

Next, the Spady Museum will present The Jesse Jones Jr. Quintet 

at 8 pm on Saturday, August 21. Held in collaboration with Arts 

Garage, the concert will deliver the Quintet’s combination of hardbop, 

funk and R&B to Delray Beach. Tickets are $25-$30 and can 

be purchased at https://artsgarage.org/event/the-jesse-jonesjr-quintet-a-collaboration-sponsored-by-the-spady-cultural-heritage-museum-arts-garage/ 

For more information, call 561.279.8883 or visit www.spadymuseum.com. 





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STUART HALBERG 

BY lisa marie 

Stuart Halberg at the mere age of 34 has 

been honored with the position of CEO 

for the live event ticket distribution/ 

processing and analytics company Logitix. 

This local kid attended Banyan Creek 

Elementary, Carver Middle and then Atlantic 

High School. He went to UCF in Orlando for 

4 years where he earned a (BBA) Bachelor 

of Business Administration. His next step 

was FAU where he obtained a (MBA) Master 

of Business Administration. During his 

time at FAU he started his career with the 

Florida Panthers Ice Hockey Team. Working 

with them for over 5 years in both hockey 

operations and business analytics. Hard work 

and determination have paid off. Educated in 

Florida and now working here too in a very 

prominent position of CEO. His parents Chuck 

& Pam of Stuart & Shelby are so proud of his 

achievements. “Well done Stuart.” 



locals only | delray under $50 

By Darien Davies 

Delray Under $50 

Most Fun Small Town, Most Crazy Small Town, Most Small Town that Feels 

Like a Big Town. Delray has it all. With a bustling downtown, Pineapple 

Grove area, and little nooks and crannies in between, there’s more 

to do in Delray now than ever, with events and happenings 

spanning from daytime to nighttime. While it can 

seem expensive at times, there’s a great 

opportunity to enjoy all the City has to offer 

without breaking the bank. Here’s what you can 

do in Delray Beach in September for $50 or less. 

Sew, sew, sew, what do we have here? Only the cutest little 

needlepoint shop in all the land! September is National Sewing 

Month and is the best time to head over to Stitches by 

the Sea where they say that needlepoint is yoga for the mind! The 

cheerful team provides a welcoming shop with a large, beautiful 

selection of fibers and canvases. They specialize in needlepoint 

designs, threads, and finishing; knitting yarns and ribbons; and 

custom designs and instruction in both needlepoint and knitting. 

Even though they are primarily a needlepoint shop, they also have 

gorgeous knitting yarns, and are more than happy to help you find 

the exact items for your project. Their prices are reasonable, and 

their selection is vast, so you can be confident that they will be 

your one stop shop for all your needlepoint needs! They even offer 

an online store if you prefer to skip the in-person shopping 

and get to knitting as quickly as possible. Stitches by the Sea is 

located at 701 E. Atlantic Avenue and is open Tuesday through 

Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm by appointment only. Visit www. 

stitchesbythesea.us or call (561) 865-5775 for more information 

and to make an appointment. 

Let’s get back outside and stretch our legs! September is Fall 

Hat Month and is the perfect time to fake-it-until-we-make-it 

this Fall season. So, grab your hat, find any breeze you can, and 

take some time to enjoy the shaded outdoors of downtown Atlantic 

Avenue. The 26th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival is 

back once again to open your senses to all the most unique, new, fun, 

and curious crafts out there. Located at the intersection of Fourth 

Avenue and Atlantic Avenue, you’re invited to peruse the best crafts 

from crafters across the nation. Not only that, but the Avenue will be 

in full swing, so you can also check out the local shops to see what 

our vendors have in store for you, too. Since crafting is hard work, 

save some time to treat yourself to a cool cocktail and a delightful 

lunch at one of the restaurants dotted along the Avenue. The best 

part is that the event is free, well managed, and a great way to enjoy 

some fresh Fall air. The festival is held Saturday, September 11 and 

Sunday, September 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit www.artfestival. 

com or call (561) 746-6615 for more information. 

There’s never been a better time to explore your local 

backyard! September is National Wilderness Month 

and instead of heading outdoors where you’re not 

quite sure what you’ll run into, head to the Sandoway 

Discovery Center and join The Discovery 

Series for some guaranteed fun. This weekly 

series of discovery-minded activities is 

geared for families with children aged 

3 to 6 years old. September is the 

“Backyard Explorers” series, which 

is four 30-minute programs that 

will explore insects and nature. 

Not only will you have a front 

row seat to all the action, 

but you’ll also be able to 

interact with the Center’s 

team members 

and ask questions to 


your heart’s content. The Center is an established nature center 

in a 1936 beachfront house with shark/stingray feedings, 

exhibits and tours, and is an amazing place to go for hands-on 

learning that is super enjoyable! The series is held September 2, 

9, 23 and 30 at 9:30 am or 10:15 am. Admission is $8 per child 

and $8 per adult (free for members), and RSVP is required. The 

Sandoway Discovery Center is located at 142 S. Ocean Blvd. 

Visit www.sandoway.org or call (561) 274-7263 for more information 

and to RSVP. 

Doesn’t it just feel really good to organize and purge? 

See ya later old clothes, dusty files, and where-didyou-come-from 

garage goodies. Saturday, September 

18 is National Clean Up Day and you’re invited to shred it 

like it’s hot. The City of Delray Beach Neighborhood and 

Community Services Department invites all City residents 

and businesses to their free shredding event. The Neighborhood 

and Community Services bridges and engages Delray 

Beach’s diverse residents with resources to maintain, revitalize, 

and promote healthy communities. What better way 

to do that than to provide a way to help keep your home and 

office clutter free! The City will provide on-site shredding 

for sensitive, outdated and unwanted papers and documents 

from 9 am to 1 pm in the City Hall’s north parking lot. This 

is the final date for the year so make sure you go through 

your home and office from top to bottom so you can get rid 

of all your documents in one final swoop! City Hall is located 

at 100 N.W. First Ave. Visit www.downtowndelraybeach.com 

or call (561) 243-1077 for more information. 

Even though it’s better than the alternative, no one likes 

getting older. But, if you can age healthfully, beautifully, 

and mindfully, then you should! September is Healthy 

Aging Month and Ashley Sica Fitness is here to help! ASF group 

fitness classes are geared to bring you a personalized fitness 

experience all while in a group setting. Whether you’re a true 

beginner or an avid fitness buff, their team is able to work with 

many different ability levels. They are also used to working 

with clients who are dealing with various injuries and need 

some extra attention, so if you’re battling an injury, get back in 

action to get back to healing. The team takes pride in getting to 

know all of their clients’ personalities, goals, and ability levels 

in order to push them to their highest potential. Results, effectiveness, 

and safety are their No. 1 concern and the foundation 

that has allowed ASF to achieve amazing 

results and build a proven method. 

And just to get you to start moving, 

the first class is free! Their 60-minute 

workouts are $40 per class and are 

designed to give participants the most 

effective and targeted workout specific 

to a woman’s body. Couple 

that with their philosophy of 

“simple, effective, addictive,” 

you can almost promise that 

you (and your booty) will be 

back! Visit www.ashleysicafitness.com 

or call (561) 

445-7445 for more information 

and class schedule. 


pictures | on the ave 

photos by melissa korman 

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1 Pati @ The Big Apple Shopping Bazaar 

2 Chelsea @ Aqua Resortware 

3 Nicolette @ Etc. Café 

4 Chris @ Sara Campbell 

5 Lacressa @ European Wax 

6 Angela, Ally, Nahi @ Massage Heights 

7 Wanda @ Hy Pa Hy Ma 

8 Marie @ Peterson’s Flowers 

9 Adrian , Daniel @ Scratch Car 

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pictures | on the ave 


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1 Dr. Tony, Allie @ Acupuncture Zen 

2 Kaveeta @ Lang Realty 

3 Brian, Riley @ Engel & Völkers 

4 Kelly, Charley @ Thermae Retreat 

5 Ray @ Lanzetta’s Barbershop 

6 Sue @ C. Orrico 

7 Dennya @ The Seagate Hotel 

8 Joseph, Kevin @ Joseph John Salon 

9 Lukas @ Etc. Gift Shop 

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pictures | in the pineapple grove arts district 


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1 Josh, Matt @ Man Cave 

2 Nancy, Jason @ Purlife 

3 Nika, Skylar @ Purstrands 

4 Thomas, Jerilyn, Lillian, Anthony, Andrew @ 


5 Ralph @ Purgreens 

6 Suzy @ Delray Beach Chamber Of Commerce 

7 Ronald @ Furst 

8 Amanda, Stephanie, Ethan @ The House, 

A Chamber Workspace 

9 Michael, Harvey @ Il Contadino 

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pictures | LADY A IN CONCERT 

photos by tom craig 

Lady A In Concert 

August 21, 2021 

iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre 

West Palm Beach 

Country music returned to the iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre in 

West Palm Beach. Multi Grammy and CMA Award winners Lady 

A (formerly known as Lady Antebellum) headlined a four artist 

bill that included Carly Pearce, Niko Moon and Tenille Arts. It was easy 

to tell that each artist was as happy to be on stage performing in front 

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entertainment | gotta know 

Celebrate National Dog Week 

By Jo Jo Harder 

English writer John Heywood once said, “Every dog has its 

day.” Thanks to Captain Will Judy, every dog has its week! 

National Dog Week started in 1928 when World War I 

veteran and canine advocate Captain William Judy, decided that 

a week-long celebration was the least that could be done to recognize 

the service and the loyalty of people’s best friend. 

After returning from the war, Captain Judy established a publishing 

business dedicated to canines. Through his Dog World 

Magazine empire, a multitude of books, and his National Dog 

Week initiatives, Judy educated and guided a new generation of 

pet parents. 

The occasion, which takes place over the last week of September, 

offers an opportunity to organize new and fun events for 

dog lovers and dogs, while helping local organizations, shelters, 

and canines in need. 

Although the pandemic has altered everyone’s lifestyles, there 

are many ways to show appreciation to the dog that gives you 

unconditional love, friendship, and constant companionship. 

While we agree that every day, our dogs should be celebrated, 

we love having a special week. Here are some top ideas for celebrating 

with your pup every day of this momentous week: 

Monday: Take your dog on a walk somewhere new. Let your 

dog take the lead and let them walk at their own pace while 

sniffing everything that they want (within reason). Romeo, 

America’s Top Dog Model brand ambassador (pictured below) 

is planning on celebrating National Dog Week with his first visit 

to Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge for 

a sunrise walk. 

Tuesday: Teach your dog a new skill. Learning new tricks will 

keep your dog’s mind sharp. There are lots of books and videos 

to help take your training to the next level. 

Wednesday: Support a pet organization. Donate a monetary 

gift or needed supplies. Find COVID-19 specific and virtual volunteer 

opportunities at volunteermatch.org. 

Thursday: Adopt a dog. If you are considering adding a new 

pup to your family, visit your local shelter and see what they 

have to offer. What better way to celebrate National Dog Week 

than by giving a forever home to a dog in need? 

Friday: Embark on a trip to see fall foliage. Mia, America’s 

Top Dog Model 2021 National winner (pictured above), and her 

family are planning a trip to Georgia’s Blue Ridge Mountains 

where they will enjoy hiking and plenty of picture taking. 

Saturday: Create an “at home” spa. Nothing compares to the 

pampering and relaxation of a spa day. Spend quality time bonding 

with your dog, complete with bath, pet-icure, teeth brushing, 

massage and lots of hugs. 

Sunday: Watch a movie together. Whether or not your dog 

is aware of other dogs on the screen, they will definitely enjoy 

snuggling up on the couch with you. Select a movie where the 

dog is the hero like in Lassie, The Wizard of Oz, and Air Bud. 

What are your plans for celebrating National Dog Week? Let us 

know in your comments on Instagram @americastopdogmodel. 

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Gotta See 

entertainment | gotta SEE By lisa marie 

September 3 


► Malignant (Theaters & HBO Max) Madison is paralyzed by 

shocking visions of grisly murders, and her torment worsens as she 

discovers that these waking dreams are in fact terrifying realities. 

The cast includes Annabelle Wallis as Madison, Jake Abel, George 

Young, Jacqueline McKenzie, Mckenna Grace, Maddie Hasson, Ingrid 

Bisu, and Michole Briana White. 

► Queenpins (Theaters) Inspired by a true story, “Queenpins” 

is an outrageous comedy about a bored and frustrated suburban 

homemaker, Connie (Kristen Bell) and her best pal JoJo (Kirby 

Howell-Baptiste), a vlogger with dreams, who turn a hobby into a 

multi-million-dollar counterfeit coupon caper. After firing off a letter 

► Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (Theaters) 

Marvel Studios’ “Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings” stars 

Simu Liu as Shang-Chi, who must confront the past he thought he left 

behind when he is drawn into the web of the mysterious Ten Rings 

organization. The film also stars Tony Leung as Wenwu, Awkwafina 

as Shang-Chi’s friend Katy and Michelle Yeoh as Jiang Nan, 

as well as Fala Chen, Meng’er Zhang, Florian 

Munteanu and Ronny Chieng. 

► Cinderella (Amazon) Cinderella 

is a musically driven bold new take 

on the traditional story you grew 

up with. Our heroine (Camila 

Cabello) is an ambitious young 

woman, whose dreams are 

bigger than the world will allow, 

but with the help of her Fab G (Billy 

Porter), she is able to persevere and 

make her dreams come true. 

► Zone 414 (Theaters + VOD) Guy 

Pearce, Matilda Lutz and Travis Fimmel star 

in the sci-fi thriller set in Zone 414, a dangerous, 

dark colony of humanoids known as “the city of 

robots.” The colony’s creator (Fimmel) hires private 

investigator David Carmichael (Pearce) to track down his 

missing daughter. David teams up with Jane (Lutz), a highly 

advanced A.I. equipped with the same technology of her fellow 

humanoids, but with all the emotions, feelings and dreams of a 

human being. They travel through the city uncovering clues 

and a crime that calls into question the origins and true 

purpose behind the city of artificial humans. 


through his relationship with Cirk. But keeping Cirk on the straightand-narrow 

proves impossible, dragging Tell back into the darkness 

of his past. 

to the conglomerate behind a box of cereal gone stale, and receiving 

an apology along with dozens of freebies, the duo hatches an illegal 

coupon club scheme that scams millions from mega-corporations 

and delivers deals to legions of fellow coupon clippers. On the trail 

to total coupon dominance, a hapless Loss Prevention Officer (Paul 

Walter Hauser) from the local supermarket chain joins forces with 

a determined U.S. Postal Inspector (Vince Vaughn) in hot pursuit of 

these newly minted “Queenpins” of pink-collar crime. 

► The Alpinist (Theaters) Marc-André Leclerc climbs alone, far 

from the limelight. On remote alpine faces, the free-spirited 23-yearold 

Canadian makes some of the boldest solo ascents in history. 

Yet, he draws scant attention. With no cameras, no rope, and no 

margin for error, Leclerc’s approach is the essence of solo adventure. 

Nomadic and publicity shy, he doesn’t own a phone or car, and is 

reluctant to let a film crew in on his pure vision of climbing. Veteran 

filmmaker Peter Mortimer sets out to make a film about Leclerc but 

struggles to keep up with his elusive subject. Then, Leclerc embarks 

on a historic adventure into Patagonia that will redefine what is 

possible in solo climbing. “The Alpinist” is co-directed by adventure 

filmmakers Peter Mortimer and Nick Rosen. 

► The Card Counter (Theaters) William Tell (Oscar Isaac) just 

wants to play cards. His spartan existence on the casino trail is 

shattered when he is approached by Cirk (Tye Sheridan), a vulnerable 

and angry young man seeking help to execute his plan for revenge on 

a military colonel (Willem Dafoe). Tell sees a chance at redemption 

► Language Lessons (Theaters) When Adam’s (Mark Duplass) 

husband surprises him with weekly Spanish lessons, he’s unsure 

about where or how this new element will fit into his already 

structured life. But when tragedy strikes, his Spanish teacher, Cariño 

(Natalie Morales), becomes a lifeline he didn’t know he needed. 

Adam develops an unexpected and complicated 

emotional bond with Cariño - but do you 

really know someone just because you’ve 

experienced a traumatic moment with 

them? Bittersweet, honest, and at times 

darkly funny, “Language Lessons” is 

a disarmingly moving exploration of 

platonic love. 


► Clifford the Big Red Dog (Theaters) 

When middle-schooler Emily Elizabeth 

(Darby Camp) meets a magical animal 

rescuer (John Cleese) who gifts her a little, 

red puppy, she never anticipated waking 

up to find a giant ten-foot hound in her 

small New York City apartment. 

While her single mom (Sienna 

Guillory) is away for business, 

Emily and her fun but impulsive 


entertainment | gotta SEE 

uncle Casey (Jack Whitehall) set out on an adventure that will keep 

you on the edge-of-your-seat as our heroes take a bite out of the Big 

Apple. Based on the beloved Scholastic book character, Clifford will 

teach the world how to love big! 

► The Eyes of Tammy Faye (Theaters) This is an intimate look at 

the extraordinary rise, fall and redemption of televangelist Tammy 

Faye Bakker. In the 1970s and 80s, Tammy Faye and her husband, Jim 

Bakker, rose from humble beginnings to create the world’s largest 

religious broadcasting network and theme park, and were revered 

for their message of love, acceptance and prosperity. Tammy Faye 

was legendary for her indelible eyelashes, her idiosyncratic singing, 

and her eagerness to embrace people from all walks of life. However, 

it wasn’t long before financial improprieties, scheming rivals, and 

scandal toppled their carefully constructed empire. 

► Cry Macho (Theaters) A one-time rodeo star and washedup 

horse breeder takes a job to bring a man’s young son home 

and away from his alcoholic mom. On their journey, the horseman 

finds redemption through teaching the boy what it means to be a 

good man. Stars Clint Eastwood, Fernanda Urrejola and Horacio 

Garcia Rojas. 

► Everybody’s Talking About Jamie (Amazon) This film is about a 

teenager from Sheffield, England who desperately wants to be a drag 

queen. With the help of his mum and friends, he overcomes prejudice, 

beats the bullies and steps out of the darkness to become a young 

drag queen. Max Harwood stars as Jamie, with a cast including Sarah 

Lancashire, Lauren Patel, Shobna Gulati, Ralph Ineson, Adeel Akhtar, 

Samuel Bottomley, with Sharon Horgan and Richard E. Grant. 

► Blue Bayou (Theaters) From award-winning writer/director 

Justin Chon, “Blue Bayou” is the moving and timely story of a uniquely 

American family fighting for their future. Antonio LeBlanc (Chon), 

a Korean adoptee raised in a small town in the Louisiana bayou, is 

married to the love of his life Kathy (Alicia Vikander) and stepdad to 

their beloved daughter Jessie. Struggling to make a better life for his 

family, he must confront the ghosts of his past when he discovers that 

he could be deported from the only country he has ever called home. 

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► Copshop (Theaters) A con artist decides to hide from an 

assassin inside a small-town police station. When the hit man turns 

up at the precinct, an unsuspecting rookie cop finds herself caught in 

the crosshairs. Stars Gerard Butler, Frank Grillo, Toby Huss. 

► Dear Evan Hansen (Theaters) The breathtaking, generationdefining 

Broadway phenomenon becomes a soaring cinematic event 

as Tony, Grammy, and Emmy Award winner Ben Platt reprises his 

role as an anxious, isolated high schooler aching for understanding 

and belonging amid the chaos and cruelty of the social-media age. 

Stars Ben Platt, Amy Adams, Julianne Moore, Kaitlyn Dever, Amandla 

Stenberg, Nik Dodani, Danny Pino, Colton Ryan, and DeMarius Copes. 

► The Duke (Theaters) A true story - In 1961, Kempton Bunton 

(Jim Broadbent), a 60-year old taxi driver, stole Goya’s portrait of the 

Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London. It was the 

first (and remains the only) theft in the Gallery’s history. Kempton 

sent ransom notes saying that he would return the painting on 

condition that the government invested more in care for the elderly 

- he had long campaigned for pensioners to receive free television. 

What happened next became the stuff of legend. Only 50 years later 

did the full story emerge -Kempton had spun a web of lies. The only 

truth was that he was a good man, determined to change the world 

and save his marriage - how and why he used the Duke to achieve 

that is a wonderfully uplifting tale. Also stars Helen Mirren, Matthew 

Goode, Charlotte Spencer, Fionn Whitehead, and John Heffernan 

► Venom 2: Let 

There Be Carnage 

(Theaters) Tom Hardy 

returns to the big screen as the 

“lethal protector” known as Venom, 

one of Marvel Comics’ greatest and most 

complex characters. He encounters a 

new kind of terror - Cletus Kasady, 

a psychotic serial killer who also 

becomes the host of an alien 

symbiote known as “Carnage.” 


Hear 

entertainment | gotta HEAR 

september 2 

Club Vibes: Hip Hop Night 

Kick off the club vibes comeback with 

our new DJ, host, co-host, and art 

vendor! Our DJ, Fabe Luciano has been 

DJing and emceeing for 15+ years and is 

sure to put on a good show. Host and cohost, 

Sko Gudino and Tay Drummond, 

both have professional sound 

engineering and production experience 

as well as their own unique sound 

to make for a dynamic, entertaining 

night! Finally, our art vendor, Brandy’s 

Crystals, provides handmade wrapped 

crystal rings and more 

9pm 

Tickets: FREE 

www.artsgarage.org 

september 3 

First Friday Art Walk 

Come experience a socially distant 

art experience throughout the awardwinning 

Downtown Delray Beach. The 

First Friday Art Walk is a night for 

strolling and discovering the vibrant 

art scene in Downtown Delray Beach. 

Enjoy a self-guided tour through our 

incredible galleries & artist studios, 

where you will experience a myriad of 

artistic styles, photography, furnishings, 

live entertainment, and more. Get the 

chance to tour the exhibit and meet 

some of the artists in front of their 

work! Don’t miss out… 

6pm 

Tickets: FREE 


september 3 

Nanny Assis: A Brazilian 

Experience 

Assis brings elements of all rhythms. 

“It’s as if I was throwing a fruit salad 

in a blender, and you get all those 

different flavors,” shares Assis. This 

mixture of styles derives from the two 

cities in which he has lived for most 

of his life. Salvador, in the northeast of 

Brazil, where Assis was born and raised, 

and New York, where he currently 

lives. Living in New York inspires 

Assis to blend elements from different 

communities, and generates rich music 

with an accent from around the world. 

Join us Sept. 3rd as Nanny Assis 

performs alongside Dani Assis and 

Manny Moreira as special guests. 

8pm 

Tickets: $30 - $35 


september 4 

Portrait of a Queen starring 

CeCe Teneal 

A Tribute to Aretha Franklin. 

Portrait of a Queen, featuring the Voice 

of the Century, Cece Teneal, is a dynamic 

musical production. It will have you on 

the edge of your seats from start-tofinish. 

This show will energize you with 

the many life lessons imparted through 

Aretha Franklin’s 50+ year musical 

legacy. The Queen of Soul Aretha 

Franklin taught us how to Think and 

demand Respect while riding down the 

Freeway of Love! 

8pm 

Tickets: $40 - $45 


september 5 

The Bridge Play 

This performance will be held in the 

ROBERT & LINDA SCHMIER BLACK BOX 

THEATRE. General seating is first come, 

first served. Doors open (1) hour prior 

to show time. 

Appropriate for National Suicide 

Prevention month, The Bridge Play 

explores one man’s suicidal ideations 

and another man’s unintentional 

intervention, along with an original 

monologue written and performed by 

Michelle Diaz. “A man stands at the edge 

of the George Washington Bridge about 

to jump when he meets an unexpected 

stranger.” 

7:30pm 

Tickets: $15 


september 7 

COMEDY NIGHT 

Call for comedians! Join us for Comedy 

Night the 1st Tuesday of the month! 

Submit your information to info@ 

artsgarage.org to perform at Comedy 


Night. Warning: This content may 

contain strong language (which may be 

unsuitable for children). 

8pm 

Tickets: $5 


september 10 

The Brandon Goldberg Trio 

The Brandon Goldberg Trio will be 

performing jazz standards and music 

from Brandon’s debut album, “LET’S 

PLAY!”, which was released this year 

and reached number seven on the Jazz 

Charts. What you experience when 

hearing Goldberg (who turns 14 in 

February) is a refined gift, sculpted by 

years in the woodshed, inspired by jazz 

pianists he considers his heroes – Herbie 

Hancock, Thelonious Monk, McCoy Tyner, 

and others. Brandon’s playing is imbued 

with a pure love and joy for this music! 

8pm 

Tickets: $40 - $45 


september 11 

Mac Arnold & Plate Full O’ Blues 

Blues Hall of Fame Inductee Mac Arnold 

is back at it with Plate Full O’ Blues! Mac 

is one of the few remaining old-school 

bluesmen who is still putting on a fine 

show. His musical journey began in the 

1950’s where he and his brother Leroy 

fashioned a guitar from a steel gas can, 

wood, nails, and screen wire. His early 

career included working with a young 

James Brown in the band, J. Floyd & the 

Shamrocks and later, Muddy Waters. Mac 

is a ball of energy that is sure to keep you 

dancing the night away with true and 

bluesy favorites and original songs right 

from the band! 

8pm 

Tickets: $40 - $45 


september 17 

The Wolfepak Band 

Get ready for an action packed 

performance. Featuring top Grammy 

and Hall of Fame musical selections they 

play are inspired by their unique and 

collective backgrounds in Rock, Blues 

Jazz and Funk. Spend an evening with 

the band and you too will become a fan. 

That’s a promise. 

8pm 

Tickets: $30 - $35 


september 18 

Dr. Ed Calle 

An evening of Grammy-winning jazz, 

smooth jazz, Afro-Cuban jazz, and new 

works premieres. We will be performing 

our high-energy, virtuosic brand of 

music performed by some of the finest 

studio musicians in South Florida history. 

Latin Grammy winner, 5X Grammy 

nominee, and one of the most recorded 

saxophonists in history appearing on 

more than 1,200 CDs and more than 

9,000 singles. 

8pm 

Tickets: $40 - $45 


september 24 

Tabitha Meeks 

Tabitha Meeks is an easy listening and 

captivating performance. Tabitha will be 

on piano and leading the show musically, 

with captivating lyrical content, piano 

solos, along highlighted bass solos. Similar 

to Norah Jones in that it will connect to 

every generation, Tabitha presents a show 

which she hopes will inspire other artists 

to do female-led projects. 

8pm 

Tickets: $15 - $20 


september 25 

The Mark Zaleski Band 

The Mark Zaleski Band’s return to Arts 

Garage coincides with the timing of their 

new release on Origin Records “Our 

Time: Re-imaginations of Dave Brubeck”. 

Their March 2018 CD release event for 

“Days, Months, Years” was well received 

to a full house in Delray Beach, they 

expect their one-of-a-kind Dave Brubeck 

show to do at least that well! 

8pm 

Tickets: $25 - $30 


september 26 

PUPPY PALS COMEDIC STUNT DOG 

SHOW STARRING WESLEY WILLIAMS 

Puppy Pals is a family fun action-packed 

show where adopted and rescued 

dogs perform spectacular stunts and 

breathtaking feats. Watch as we lead 

the puppies and audience through 

challenging and comical tricks as the 

pooches show everyone who is really 

boss! Full of surprises and laugh-outloud 

canine comedy this performance 

appeals to children of all ages. 

1pm 

Tickets: $25 - $35 

www.delraybeachplayhouse.com 

Arts garage 

94 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach 

561-450-6357 


The delray beach playhouse 

950 NW 9th Street, Delray Beach, FL 33444 

561-272-1281 

www.delraybeachplayhouse.com 


Read 

entertainment | gotta read By lisa marie 

The Night She 

Disappeared 

by Lisa Jewell 

Released September 7 

From the #1 New York Times bestselling 

author of Then She Was Gone and The 

Family Upstairs comes another riveting 

work of “gloriously twisted” (Marie Claire) 

psychological suspense. 

On a beautiful summer night in a charming 

English suburb, a young woman and 

her boyfriend disappear after partying at 

the massive country estate of a new college 

friend. 

One year later, a writer moves into a cottage 

on the edge of the woods that border 

the same estate. Known locally as the Dark 

Place, the dense forest is the writer’s favorite 

area for long walks and it’s on one such 

walk that she stumbles upon a mysterious 

note that simply reads, “DIG HERE.” 

Could this be a clue towards what has 

happened to the missing young couple? 

And what exactly is buried in this haunted 

ground? 

With her signature “rich, dark, and intricately 

twisted” (Ruth Ware, New York 

Times bestselling author) prose, Lisa Jewell 

has crafted a dazzling work of suspense 

that will keep on the edge of your seat until 

the final page. 

Harlem Shuffle 

by Colson Whitehead 


From the two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning 

author of The Underground Railroad 

and The Nickel Boys, a gloriously entertaining 

novel of heists, shakedowns, and 

rip-offs set in Harlem in the 1960s. 

“Ray Carney was only slightly bent when 

it came to being crooked...” To his customers 

and neighbors on 125th street, Carney 

is an upstanding salesman of reasonably 

priced furniture, making a decent life for 

himself and his family. He and his wife 

Elizabeth are expecting their second child, 

and if her parents on Striver’s Row don’t 

approve of him or their cramped apartment 

across from the subway tracks, it’s 

still home. 

Few people know he descends from a 

line of uptown hoods and crooks, and that 

his façade of normalcy has more than a few 

cracks in it. Cracks that are getting bigger 

all the time. 

Cash is tight, especially with all those installment-plan 

sofas, so if his cousin Freddie 

occasionally drops off the odd ring or 

necklace, Ray doesn’t ask where it comes 

from. He knows a discreet jeweler downtown 

who doesn’t ask questions, either. 

Then Freddie falls in with a crew who 

plan to rob the Hotel Theresa—the “Waldorf 

of Harlem”—and volunteers Ray’s 

services as the fence. The heist doesn’t go 

as planned; they rarely do. Now Ray has a 

new clientele, one made up of shady cops, 

vicious local gangsters, two-bit pornographers, 

and other assorted Harlem lowlifes. 

Thus begins the internal tussle between 

Ray the striver and Ray the crook. As Ray 

navigates this double life, he begins to 

see who actually pulls the strings in Harlem. 

Can Ray avoid getting killed, save his 

cousin, and grab his share of the big score, 

all while maintaining his reputation as the 

go-to source for all your quality home furniture 

needs? 

Apples Never Fall 

by Liane Moriarty 


From the #1 New York Times bestselling 

author of Big Little Lies and Nine Perfect 

Strangers comes a novel that looks at 

marriage, siblings, and how the people we 

love the most can hurt us the deepest. 

The Delaney family love one another 

dearly—it’s just that sometimes they want 

to murder each other… 

If your mother was missing, would you 

tell the police? Even if the most obvious 

suspect was your father? 

This is the dilemma facing the four 

grown Delaney siblings. 

The Delaney’s are fixtures in their community. 

The parents, Stan and Joy, are the 

envy of all of their friends. They’re killers 

on the tennis court, and off it their chemistry 

is palpable. But after fifty years of marriage, 

they’ve finally sold their famed tennis 

academy and are ready to start what 

should be the golden years of their lives. 

So why are Stan and Joy so miserable? 

The four Delaney children—Amy, Logan, 

Troy, and Brooke—were tennis stars 

in their own right, yet as their father will 

tell you, none of them had what it took 

to go all the way. But that’s okay, now 

that they’re all successful grown-ups 

and there is the wonderful possibility of 

grandchildren on the horizon. 

One night a stranger named Savannah 

knocks on Stan and Joy’s door, bleeding 

after a fight with her boyfriend. The Delaney’s 

are more than happy to give her 

the small kindness she sorely needs. If 

only that was all she wanted. 

Later, when Joy goes missing, and Savannah 

is nowhere to be found, the police 


question the one person who remains: 

Stan. But for someone who claims to be 

innocent, he, like many spouses, seems 

to have a lot to hide. Two of the Delaney 

children think their father is innocent, 

two are not so sure—but as the two sides 

square off against each other in perhaps 

their biggest match ever, all the Delaney’s 

will start to reexamine their shared family 

history in a very new light. 

Under the 

Whispering Door 

by TJ Klune 


From TJ Klune, New York Times and 

USA Today bestselling author of The 

House in the Cerulean Sea, comes Under 

the Whispering Door, a new contemporary 

fantasy about a ghost who refuses 

to cross over and the ferryman he falls in 

love with. 

When a reaper comes to collect Wallace 

Price from his own funeral, Wallace suspects 

he really might be dead. 

Instead of leading him directly to the 

afterlife, the reaper takes him to a small 

village. On the outskirts, off the path 

through the woods, tucked between 

mountains, is a particular tea shop, run by 

a man named Hugo. Hugo is the tea shop’s 

owner to locals and the ferryman to souls 

who need to cross over. 

But Wallace isn’t ready to abandon the 

life he barely lived. With Hugo’s help he 

finally starts to learn about all the things 

he missed in life. 

When the Manager, a curious and powerful 

being, arrives at the tea shop and 

gives Wallace one week to cross over, 

Wallace sets about living a lifetime in 

seven days. 

By turns heartwarming and heartbreaking, 

this absorbing tale of grief and 

hope is told with TJ Klune’s signature 

warmth, humor, and extraordinary empathy. 

Purgatory’s Shore 

by Taylor Anderson 


On their way to fight in the Mexican 

American War, a group of American 

soldiers are swept away to a strange and 

deadly alternate Earth in this thrilling 

new adventure set in the world of the 

New York Times bestselling Destroyermen 

series. 

The United States, 1847. A disparate 

group of young American soldiers are 

bound to join General Winfield Scott’s 

campaign against Santa Anna at Veracruz 

during the Mexican American War. They 

never arrive. 

Or rather . . . they arrive somewhere 

else. 

The untried, idealistic soldiers are 

mostly replacements, really; a handful 

of infantry, artillery, dragoons, and a few 

mounted riflemen with no unified command. 

And they’ve been shipwrecked on 

a terrible, different Earth full of monsters 

and unimaginable enemies. 

Major Lewis Cayce, late of the 3rd US 

“Flying” Artillery, must unite these men 

to face their fears and myriad threats, 

armed with little more than flintlock 

muskets, a few pieces of artillery, and a 

worldview that spiritually and culturally 

rebels against virtually everything 

they encounter. It will take extraordinary 

leadership and a cadre of equally extraordinary 

men and women to mold frightened 

troops into an effective force, make 

friends with other peoples the evil Holy 

Dominion would eradicate, and reshape 

their “manifest destiny” into a cause they 

can all believe in and fight for. 

For only together will they have any 

hope of survival. 

Once Upon a 

Broken Heart 

by Stephanie Garber 


Once Upon a Broken Heart is the start 

of a new series about love, curses, 

and the lengths that people will go to for 

happily ever after from Stephanie Garber, 

the #1 New York Times bestselling author 

of Caraval. 

Evangeline Fox was raised in her beloved 

father’s curiosity shop, where she 

grew up on legends about immortals, like 

the tragic Prince of Hearts. She knows his 

powers are mythic, his kiss is worth dying 

for, and that bargains with him rarely 

end well. 

But when Evangeline learns that the 

love of her life is about to marry another, 

she becomes desperate enough to offer 

the Prince of Hearts whatever he wants in 

exchange for his help to stop the wedding. 

The prince only asks for three kisses. But 

after Evangeline’s first promised kiss, she 

learns that the Prince of Hearts wants far 

more from her than she’s pledged. And he 

has plans for Evangeline that will either 

end in the greatest happily ever after, or 

the most exquisite tragedy… 


health & beauty | pain relief 

By Dr. Safranski 

Masking the Symptoms 

The world we live in today is full of misleading 

information. It’s not out of the ordinary for people to talk 

about their pain when they learn that I’m a chiropractor. 

Pain is often the topic of conversation. These conversations are 

an opportunity to educate people on pain and what is causing 

it. It is also common to speak on the multitude of topical 

creams, treatments, and doctors that they have tried with no results. 

There is a clear delineation between symptoms and causes of 

symptoms. Our healthcare system has been an integral part in 

teaching us to use pain as the determining factor when we are 

better. Pain is the last symptom to show up and the first to go 

away. There has been long standing dysfunction and compensation 

that has led to where you now have pain in that area and 

want it fixed. Like a root canal, the procedure is done to save a 

tooth that has long standing decay and is eliciting sometimes unbearable 

pain. The fix to the problem is the root canal, the actual 

fix would have been to take care of your mouth, brush your teeth, 

floss, and see your dentist regularly to prevent this. 

As any good clinician should, we use pain as a subjective marker 

to gauge the patient’s thoughts on their progress; however, 

this should always be accompanied by objective measures that 

show verifiable outcomes that show improvement. Those can be 

done with range of motion, orthopedic testing, functional movement 

evaluations, reflexes and other neurological tests that can 

be documented. These tests give us a baseline of how the person 

is functioning overall and are monitored through treatment. 

We do this solely because pain is subjective, meaning a 10 for 

me might be a 5 for you. That is why when we do examinations, 

we use the pain and symptoms that are present as a road map 

to get to the original source and cause of dysfunction. Let’s use 

sciatica, as the topic for the remainder of the article. Scaitica, by 

definition, is just inflammation of the sciatic nerve. It is not a 

definitive diagnosis; it is an early symptom. Sciatica takes many 

forms, radiating pain into the glutes, down the hamstrings, into 

the calf, and sometimes into the foot. Here, as clinicians we need 

to delineate what is causing this problem. Is it a disc issue, a zygapophyseal 

joint, a facet capsule issue, a stenosis issue, a muscle 

imbalance issue, or is it from major trauma or pathology? All of 

these possibilities have their own treatments and their own patterns 

that a trained clinician should be able to detect. There is no 

blanket treatment, no amount of over-the-counter medications, 

topical creams, stretches or massages that can be used to fix the 

actual problem, not just mask the symptoms. Fixing the problem 

takes time, repetition, strengthening, and reconditioning your 

body to function as it was designed. The cause of these symptoms 

should be dealt with an active plan. Stop masking symptoms and 

get to a clinician that can help you determine what is going on 

and has a concrete plan on getting back to living without pain 

and symptoms. 

The Conde Center For 

Chiropractic Neurology 

401 West Atlantic Avenue, Suite #014 


561-330-6096 

www.thecondecenter.com 



health & beauty | body beautiful 

By ashley sica-de souza 

Back to School, 

Back to YOU! 

Summer has come to a close and now it’s back to the 

school year grind. Summer is a time for loose schedules… 

aka missed workouts, family vacations…lots of extra 

calories and kids to entertain. No time to yourself! 

Although fun and exciting, all these summer activities can reek 

havoc on the body and make getting back on track that much 

harder. There is no better time than now to make your fitness 

regime part of that “grind.” Here are a few tips to get back on track, 

feeling good and beat those summer blues. 

The first and most important component of getting back on track 

is to have a “fitness” plan and to set a goal for yourself. Setting a fitness 

plan could be as simple as saying you’re going to get to the gym 

3x per week. Make sure it’s at a time that will not be interrupted and 

a time that will work for you. Next up is to set a small goal. Having a 

“specific” goal will allow you to focus on training and give you extra 

motivation to exercise. It’s a lot easier to make it to the finish line if 

you have an attainable goal in sight. Whatever this goal may be, write 

it down and put it somewhere where you will be reminded of it everyday. 

Committing your goal to paper and seeing the written words are 

more powerful than just having a thought or talking about it. 

Next order of business would be for you to get your eating in check! 

I highly recommend keeping a daily food log of exactly everything that 

you are consuming…the good the bad and the ugly! This will help you 

easily pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses. Make sure to get in 

the proper mix of lean protein, complex carbohydrates, healthy fats 

and of course lots of veggies. Skip anything that is processed and stick 

to all homemade prepared meals (yes, with preparation and thought… 

you can do it!) The other nutrition component is water! Your body 

can not properly burn fat if it is dehydrated. It’s such a simple thing 

many people don’t do. Aim for 1oz of water per pound of bodyweight. 

Drinking proper amounts of water will also help to keep you feeling 

full, flush out toxins and help de-bloat you faster than you may realize. 

So get out that gallon and start your chuggin! 

The last step to help you get back on track is to find an accountability 

partner. Surely you can find someone…a friend, the neighbor, 

your dog (just kidding!) who is looking to get in shape or even just 

live a healthier lifestyle. An accountability partner will help keep 

you on track and honest. I see greater fitness retention when friends 

pair up. Think about it….you’re much less likely to skip your workout 

if someone is meeting you and it gives you someone to call when 

you’re ready to throw in the towel. 

If you follow these three principles it should help you get back on 

track in no time! My last piece of advice, don’t do the old…”I’ll start 

on Monday!” There is no better time to start than now! Come up with 

a plan, set a goal, clean up your eating, grab a friend and get moving! 

You’ll be glad you did. 

Ashley Sica Fitness 

Transformation Studio 

7400 N. Federal Highway, 

Boca Raton, FL 33487 

561-445-7445 

Ashleysica@gmail.com 



LABOR DAY 

The History 

Behind 

This All 

American 

Holiday 

The labor holiday 

is more than BBQs, 

and time to stop 

wearing white 

clothing. 

Labor Day is the 

unofficial end 

to the summer 

season. Up north the 

leaves begin to turn, 

here – our seasonal 

residents return, 

and the temperatures 

cools a bit. 

Labor Day is 

always celebrated 

on the first Monday 

of September. 

This year, Labor 

Day is September 

6, 2021. 


Why do we celebrate Labor DAY? 

The idea of Labor Day emerged in the late 19th century out of the 

organized labor movements. In September 1882, unions in New 

York decided to throw themselves a parade to celebrate unions as 

a concept and the hard-working people comprising them. 

Even though workers had to give up a day’s pay to attend, more 

than 20,000 people showed up to the parade. It was a celebration 

of historic proportions. 

Soon, unions in other states started having September parades, 

and within five years, several states declared “Labor Day” official 

state holidays. In 1894, 12 years after the first labor parade in New 

York, President Grover Cleveland signed an act establishing Labor 

Day as a federal holiday on the first Monday of every September. 

How do we celebrate Labor DAY now? 

While some towns still have Labor Day parades similar to the 

original Labor Day festivities of the 19th century, the general focus 

of the holiday has shifted more toward celebrating the end of summer. 

Cookouts and pool parties are much more in favor now than 

marching bands and union speeches. And Labor Day is usually a 

busy time for travel. 

Still, the original spirit of honoring the work force remains, and 

Labor Day is a paid holiday for most American workers. According 

to the U.S. Travel Association, more than half of all working 

Americans don’t use all of their paid vacation days. In a country 

that works so much, having a day off is an ideal way to celebrate 

and recharge for the fall. That, and amazing sales! 

When do Labor DAY sales start? 

Another tradition of Labor Day in America is the discounts! Labor 

Day is on Monday, September 6, but Labor Day sales usually 

start the weekend before and, in some cases, up to a week in advance. 

If you’re in the market for something large like a kitchen 

appliance, a washer/dryer, or a mattress, Labor Day is an excellent 

time to go shopping because big ticket items often get the most 

notable discounts around this time of year. 

Can you wear white after Labor DAY? 

Wearing white after Labor Day has long been considered a fashion 

faux pas. However, no one is certain where the rule “you cannot 

wear white after Labor Day” came from. 

Some fashion historians say it was pure classist snobbery — a social 

more set in place by the American nouveau riche as a way to easily 

denote who was wealthy and who wasn’t, because people with 

less money could not afford seasonal clothes. Others say that not 

wearing white after Labor Day simply came about because Labor 

Day marked the end of summer and white was traditionally thought 

of as summer-wear. As the weather turned colder, people began to 

favor darker clothing, like gray sweaters and dark navy suits. 

Over time this trend became fashion tradition. Despite what 

fashionistas might say, it’s not a hard and fast rule. Fashion icon 

Coco Chanel wore white year-round, so there’s no reason not to 

wear your favorite white clothes anytime you please! 


Peterson’s Flower Market 

Brightening Up 

Any Day and Occasion 

By Nicol Jenkins | photos by melissa korman 

Peterson’s Flower Market is your local florist offering a wide variety 

of fresh flowers and creative gifts to suit any style or budget. From 

the moment you step through the doors, the aroma of fresh flowers 

and beautiful arrangements will immediately brighten up your mood. 

A 

vase of red roses or lilies is a way to tell someone special that 

you care on a special day, such as a birthday, anniversary, or on 

any day, and “just because.” 

Their staff helps customers with all local, as well as worldwide deliveries, 

and corporate accounts are always welcome. For your convenience, 

the shop offers daily floral delivery to local funeral homes 

and hospitals. 

They specialize in gift ideas for all occasions. Shop from their Green 

& Blooming Plants, Orchids and Dish Gardens for a gift that adds life 

to any room or office. They also offer a variety of other choices…Baby 

Gifts, Candy & Chocolates, Gifts, Greeting Cards, Silk Flower Arrangements, 

Plush Stuffed Animals and more! 

50 | september 2021 | www.AtlanticAveMagazine.com 

The family owned and operated flower shop was started 70 years ago 

and is the oldest flower business in South Florida. They originally had 40 

acres of land in Delray where they built greenhouses and grew flowers. 

“Peterson’s Flower Market has been open since 1953. It is a familyowned 

business with five generations working for the company,” said 

Michael Peterson, the owner of Peterson’s Flower Market. The family 

business offers more than 35 different types of flowers and other gift 

ideas for any budget, and the flower arrangements are priced affordably. 

“Almost every flower is available all year round here. We were also 

voted the best place to buy flowers in all of Palm Beach County,” said 

Michael. 

Peterson’s Flower Market is the perfect place to shop for a wedding 

or party of any kind. They specialize in offering a wide selection 

of flower arrangements and centerpieces for birthday parties, graduations, 

luncheons, charities, weddings, or for holidays. They also have 

many regular customers who buy beautiful flower arrangements for 

their home or for a special someone. 

On holidays such as Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving and 

Christmas, Peterson’s Flower Market has something for everyone! Customers 

can find anything from roses, vases, teddy bears, and chocolates 

for your loved one. 

The local flower shop focuses on quality and freshness of their flowers. 

They have a beautiful selection of flowers like hydrangeas, lilies, 

Gerbera Daisies, roses, Fuji mums, Heliconia, Yellow Craspedia, Ginger 

and fresh roses in all colors. They also have floral arrangements and 

wreaths for less joyful occasions such as funerals. 

“It is our pleasure to assist you with any local or nationwide flower 

wire service deliveries. Corporate accounts are also welcome. We also 

offer daily floral deliveries to local funeral homes and hospitals. I am 

proud to be the 4th generation of Peterson’s to carry on this flower 

legacy,” said Michael.

The neighborhood flower shop is also known for their customer 

service. 

“I walked in for roses for my anniversary. Walked out with two dozen 

in a nice vase, red and white. They were quick to make my bouquet 

and did a great job at a reasonable price. The staff was very helpful and 

friendly! My wife said it’s by far the most beautiful bouquet of flowers 

she’s ever gotten, more so than our ridiculously expensive wedding 

flowers, even,” said a happy customer. 

“This is amazing, I like that they have a great team that will make everything 

that you wanted. This is one fine flower shop in the city,” added 

another regular customer. 

“A nice floral shop with an excellent selection of flowers and bouquets 

and other products. Very reasonable for their flowers and they 

are very fresh,” said another customer. 

“I have been a customer of Peterson’s Flower Market since 2010. Marie 

is my go-to florist, and she knows her stuff. The prices are right and 

exotic flowers can be ordered if you have a special flower in mind,” said 

another long-time customer. 

Call Peterson’s Flower Market for all your floral, holiday and gift giving 

needs. Schedule a consultation, so they can help you start planning 

flowers for your dream wedding or a special event from large to small. 

Their talented designers create bouquets, flower arrangements and onsite 

decorating with each client’s individual style and budget in mind. 

Peterson’s Flower Market 

5195 West Atlantic Avenue # H 

(West of Military Trail) 

Delray Beach FL 33484 - 561-498-3500 

www.petersonsflowermarket.com 


Maya Bleu 

Saving the Ocean with a Lifestyle 

Brand Steeped in Sustainability 

BY Diane Feen | photos courtesy of maya bleu 

Maya Bleu designs and creates luxury eco-friendly 

products. Some of the items they offer are wonderful shark 

tooth candles, jewelry, apparel, sunglasses, and blankets. 

But their story is much more glorified than just selling ecofriendly 

products. The purpose of the company is to raise 

consciousness – and money – to save sharks, oceans, marine 

life, and coral restoration. 

The founder of the company, Mason Silvia, has a history of good 

stewardship of the planet. He was involved in Emmy-Award documentaries 

about preservation and environmental causes. 

Mason also has a bachelor’s degree in alternative renewable energy 

and previously developed the aquaponics systems. His ingenious 

creation is thought to be the future of sustainable farming, 

and a pathway to saving our oceans. 

And, he always has one foot in the real world and one in the higher 

consciousness of saving the planet and its wild and natural resources. 

That is why Maya Bleu’s mission is to save oceans and sharks by 

way of creating luxury sustainable products. 

One of the most popular – and novel – products is their “Original 

Shark Tooth Candles.” The “Original Shark Tooth Candle” comes 


in three different colorful nature-inspired vessels 

and is made of all natural ingredients. They not 

only look good, but smell luscious. The Original 

Shark Tooth Candle is scented with a buttery rum 

flavor infused with a sweet creamy vanilla and 

toasted coconut. 

And…the best part is that inside the wax are 

four handpicked fossilized shark teeth. “Sharks 

shed 100 teeth a day so no sharks were harmed. 

And, the teeth used for the candles are from 100 

to 1,000 years old!” said Mason. 

While most candles are useless after they burn 

out, Maya Bleu candles can be re-purposed. By adding 

soil and seeded candle duster (that comes with 

the candle) to the empty jar it becomes a jar of wildflowers. 

All you have to do is add light and water. 

The packaging and the candles are made from 

eco- friendly products. They are also handmade 

locally in South Florida. The other good news is 

that a portion of the profits go toward helping local 

and small ocean conservation organizations. 

To Amanda this environmental achievement is a big deal. “The 

candle smells amazing, and the shark conservation support makes 

my soul sing! Love this company and what it stands for.” 

A lot of people feel the same way as Amanda. That’s why Maya 

Bleu has created a lifestyle brand with 14K gold-filled shark tooth 

jewelry, ocean inspired t-shirts, sea turtle throw blankets, sunglasses 

and more. 

“Our goal is to be a company that’s involved in helping the environment. 

We are involved with Shark Research and Coral Restoration,” 

said Silvia, who has a Bachelor’s Degree of Science in 

Alternative Renewable Energy and a long time ocean expert and 

conservationist. 

They recently made a donation to Shark Allies. This Shark Free/ 

Shark Safe program keeps their focus on shark fin trade bans. 

“By purchasing our products not only do you get an amazing sustainable 

gift, but you also contribute to fund these awesome projects.” 

Maya Bleu’s goal is to eventually build a research center to explore 

new sustainable resources the environment offers and use 

them to create a family of eco-friendly products. 

Mason is a man of his word and is quietly going about doing what 

it takes to keep our planet safe and sustainable. 

“We have dreams of a Maya Bleu ocean research lab to grow corals, 

help fish populations through aquaculture, and promote tours 

for youth and adult education.” 

Anyone who knows Mason knows that he thinks big, but he is also 

compassionate about the environment and those who inhabit it. 

“Our vision doesn’t stop there. We have many plans to accomplish 

in the future, but we need the support of our customers and 

supporters to help us achieve our goals and mission. This project 

affects all of us.” 

All Maya Bleu products are inspired by nature – and are safe and 

sustainable. The candle jars come in beautiful and diverse colors 

and designs that signify nature in all its splendour. 

Christine is one person who has seen its uniqueness. 

“I love this candle! I’ve bought all the new release candles in the 

past and loved them. So, I bought two of these before they would 

sell out. I’m so glad I did! It’s so exciting to see what shark teeth 

you’ll get in each candle.” 

Maya Bleu products have been so popular that retailers across 

the US have embraced them. You can find them locally at Whole 

Foods, Boca Surf and Sail, Island Water Sports, and other shops 

across the country and overseas. Maya Bleu products can also be 

purchased in Canada, Mexico, Australia, China, and more. 

“Our mission is to do something good and give back to the ocean. 

Living in Florida it is so easy to see the effect of our behavior on 

our oceans and ocean life. All of our products are influenced and 

inspired by the tropics.” 

They also have an online shop where you can purchase products 

from, MayaBleu.com. Remember, everything you buy helps protect 

our marine life and our oceans. 

“We encourage people to reach out to us with ideas and passions 

that we should explore and get involved in. We are open to your ideas.” 

Maya Bleu 

900 East Atlantic Avenue, Suite 13 

Delray Beach, Florida 

561-865-7950 

contact@mayableu.com | www.mayableu.com 


Dr. Stacy Musselman 

Quantum Care 

for Optimal Health 

By diane feen | photos by melissa korman 

Have you been to the doctor 

with a specific complaint only 

to leave without an answer or 

solution to your problem? 

Dr. Musselman knows about this scenario all too well. That is 

why she examines your bloodwork through functional methods 

that lead to appropriate answers for your medical issues. 

She has a Master Certification in Blood Chemistry Analysis that is the 

centerpiece of her ability to heal people. 

“We don’t just wake up one day in a state of disease with chronic 

aches and pains. The western medicine model of diagnosis and 

treatment never made sense to me. The answers to health problems 

are often apparent to me before traditional medical doctors 

diagnose a problem and then prescribe a pharmaceutical.” 

According to Dr. Musselman, bloodwork is the library of the body 

and the answers are found in the blood analysis. 

She was trained by top Naturopathic Physician Dr. Dicken Weatherby. 

He has authored six books in the field of Functional Diagnostics 

and lectured to thousands of doctors about analyzing blood test 

results from a functional, nutritional, and preventative perspective. 

Dr. Musselman is certified in functional blood chemistry analysis 

and holds a Master’s Degree in Nutrition. This allows her to take an 

in-depth look at your individual needs and give personalized protocols 

specific to get you feeling healthy and vibrant. 

“I can see things that other doctors don’t look for and it all starts 

with a comprehensive bloodwork analysis. My background and 

training are what sets me apart from traditional medical health 

professionals.” 

Dr. Musselman saw the importance of in-depth blood testing and 

functional medicine’s importance early on in life. 

“My mother Betsy ran the cardiac center at Stanford and I lost 

her to heart disease. I truly believe I could have helped her live a 

longer better life If I knew what to look for.” 

Dr. Musselman received her PhD and Doctorate in Natural Medicine. 

Her research focused on increasing optimal biomarkers with 

quantum protocols. The result of this training has helped her increase 

her patients’ quality of life and improved their overall 

health. It also propelled the creation of the Quantum Care Program. 

“I was able to increase sex hormones (DHEA in females and Testosterone 

in men) along with significantly increasing each person’s 

overall well-being. I wanted to prove that it wasn’t nutrition alone 

that influenced bloodwork, but a mind/body connection” 

Her clients are the best judge of the results of this research. 

“Thanks to the Quantum Care program, I lost 35 pounds and I 

feel like a million bucks! Dr. Musselman’s recommendations were 

easy, and I have never felt better!” 

Dr. Musselman is adamant that blood work, if assessed through 

the lens of functional medicine, holds answers to health problems 

and concerns. 

She sees patterns in a person’s body chemistry that may give answers 

to many disorders in the body. “I find it is very important 

to catch things before they become chronic health problems. My 

specialty is prevention and early detection of chronic health issues 

through a comprehensive assessment of bloodwork. My practice is 

predicated on what I call “The Quantum Care Program.” 

The program can be done by a telehealth consult, in her office, 

or home concierge service. The premium Home Concierge Service 

includes a phlebotomist to draw your blood sample safely and privately. 

You can also visit one of her three holistic retreat sites. 

Her newest Delray location is a rejuvenating health oasis. The 


facility has a spa room with infrared sauna, a salt wall for 

halo therapy, color changing chakra chroma-therapy light and 

meditation area. The bathroom and kitchen have voice activated 

LED lighting to balance and harmonize your chakras. 

You can order organic local produce and the best services 

Delray has to offer, right from the touch screen fridge. Dr. Musselman 

can customize your stay for a personalized holistic experience 

that is truly above and beyond. 

The retreat site can also be rented without treatment – and 

is a health infused paradise inside and out. The property is 

designed for optimal wellness and relaxation. 

You don’t have to convince her clients of that. 

“The Quantum Cure Protocol changed my life. I sleep soundly 

through the night and have the best physical energy I’ve had 

in years. I am joyful and am calm. My chronic muscle aches 

and headaches have disappeared, and I feel younger, stronger, 

healthier physically and emotionally.” 

There are more glowing testimonials on her website. It 

is those testimonials and positive outcomes that motivate 

Dr. Musselman to work hard to help people achieve optimal 

health and wellness. 

Her Quantum Care Protocols are non-synthetic, nontoxic, 

and safe. They include supplements and products that are 

specifically ordered and shipped to you because of what your 

bloodwork determines. 

“Conventional medicine treats the symptoms with synthetics. 

I find the imbalances and address the root of the issue with 

organic cellular formulations and non-invasive techniques. It’s 

not about quick fixes and synthetic drugs. Education and personal 

accountability are paramount with my programs.” 

Dr. Musselman’s goal is to help everyone who crosses her 

path. Her healing methods are proven, and her critical eye for 

preventing disease has helped so many. 

“My programs give people practical, actionable guidance 

so they can feel great, take care of their bodies, and enjoy 

the process.” 

Dr. Stacy Musselman 

Quantum Care 

Call 786-260-2655 for an appointment 

www.yourquantumcare.com 


Scratch Car 

People You Can Trust for 

Auto Repair and Painting 

By diane feen | photos by melissa korman 

Scratch Car has carved out the 

perfect niche to help people who 

find themselves in need of full 

collision auto repair and painting. 

bumper and left back door. I am blown away by the high quality 

of service. Not only does my car look brand-new, but they 

matched the off-white paint exactly and did the repair so quickly, 

unbelievable! Thank you so much for your professional manner, 

diligence, efficiency, and skill with which you completed the 

service - simply amazing!” 

Cardoso has been behind the wheel of Scratch Car for 25 years 

(it’s their anniversary) and he relishes the work and the relationships 

he’s made. His son Daniel is now in the business, and manager 

Fernando Rezende has been there 15 years. 

Because Cardoso feels his customers are part of his extended 

family, he wants to warn them – and everyone else – to be careful 

in parking lots. “There are people walking up to drivers in parking 

lots and telling them they can fix their cars while they shop. This 

scam is aimed at seniors who feel they can trust these scam artists 

to fix their cars.” 

The problem, according to Cardoso, is that the cars are not fixed 

or painted correctly, and he has to redo the repairs. “When I see 

these cars, they look horrible, and the customer has already paid a 

scammer cash out of their pockets. These people follow older people 

into parking lots and ask for cash to fix their cars, it’s terrible.” 

Cardoso started with one mobile car driving to people’s houses 

to fix their cars. Now he has nine employees and does major 

auto repairs, minor repairs and paints all makes and models. 

Their reputation in the industry is unparalleled for their reasonable 

prices, customer service, and drop-off and pick-up 

service. 

If you go there – in East Delray Beach – you will find a shop that 

respects its customers, your vehicle, and the work they do. 

“We believe in the highest level of customer service. We take excellent 

care of our customers - we do quality work and are grateful 

for the friendships we’ve made. After 25 years we don’t take that 

for granted. We appreciate our loyal customers and their referrals.” 

They are also cognizant of the current health climate and go out 

of their way to make sure everyone is safe. “I have hired more drivers 

to pick up and deliver cars. Some people do not want to go out, 

so we make sure their cars are fixed and returned to them.” 

Scratch Car founder Adrian Cardoso makes sure that all cars are 

sterilized before returning them, and all employees are safe. After 

all he has a reputation to uphold. 

“I could not be more pleased with Scratch Car. Mercedes 

(Benz) wanted three times as much to fix the dents on my front 


They take all insurance, and in most cases, they will help 

you with your deductible. 

You could say Cardoso started Scratch Car out of curiosity 

and expertise. He saw what people were paying to fix their 

cars and how long it took to get the car back. 

“I couldn’t believe how expensive it was to repair scratches, 

moldings, fenders, quarter panels and other parts. You also 

had to leave your car for three or four days. Thanks to innovative 

painting processes (and advanced appointments) we can 

streamline your repairs and get your car back much quicker.” 

Lois couldn’t agree more. “This is the second time I’ve 

brought my car to Fernando - this shop is the creme de la 

creme. I got my car back in one day and was delighted with 

the results. The price was so reasonable I thought I was seeing 

double. Scratch Car gets the highest marks.” 

They are A+ Accredited by the BBB and offer Free Lease Car 

Return Inspection and Free Estimates. If you have a luxury car 

– such as a BMW, Mercedes, Ferrari, Porsche, Lexus - they can 

repair your car quicker and for less. 

“Our technicians are trained to do everything from start 

to finish on each car. That’s because one person does all the 

work on your car, and it saves time and creates a seamless 

workflow,” said Cardoso. 

Their commitment to excellence – and to safety – is not 

something people take for granted. It’s something they are 

grateful for. 

“We have five stars on google and have built our business on 

word of mouth. We are a family business, and our customers 

are part of our extended family. Before you go to a dealer to 

paint or repair your car, call me. We’ll beat all other prices and 

give you the highest quality auto repair.” 

His customers agree. 

SCRAtch CAR 

1 Linton Blvd, bay19 

(NW corner of Linton and Dixie) 

Delray Beach 

561-278-2866 

Cell: 561-756-0901 

www.scratchcar.com 

scratchcar@scratchcar.com 

www.facebook.com/ScratchCarAutomotive 


thermae retreat 

Health Comes with Mental, Physical, 

Emotional and Spiritual Balance 

By nicol jenkins | photos by melissa korman 

Are you one of the people that lights up a room when you walk in? 

It’s like a wonderful energy that everyone feels. We all have this 

ability inside of us. It is your place of joy, your true contentment 

with who you are, grounded in what you offer to the world. 

Sometimes you need an experience that takes you out of your 

norm and into your self. 

Thermae Retreat in Delray Beach offers just that, a quiet 

place where you feel right at home with a retreat experience for 

the whole body. Your transformation begins in their barrel style 

Finnish sauna and ends in the Infrared Saunas, where the chromotherapy 

deepens your detox, and provides cellular-level benefits to 

your skin, muscles, joints, and organs. Cooling showers are located 

outside in the garden by the meditation swing and a cold bucket 

pour is being added for contrast therapy to boost the immune system 

and help relieve physical pain in the body. 

Everything Thermae offers is purposeful and one of those experiences 

is massage therapy. The tremendous benefits include releasing 

tension and toxins, helping to move systems in the body, and 

chatter out of the mind. Some of the massage offerings are traditional 

Swedish, deep tissue, or hot salt rock massage. Master therapist 

Brooke Renick specializes in cupping therapy and lymphatic 

draining treatments, while Thermae partner Shaman Debra Kelly 

combines energy healing and sound bath in her massage ‘Sacred 

Bodywork’ that assists in releasing toxic energies such as anger 

or guilt. Esthetician Leah offers energy facials using light therapy, 

crystals and ayurvedic traditions in her treatments. 

“I want people to start looking at massage and skin care in a different 

way. When you take the time for yourself you should be taking 

the time for the whole body, not just the physical, but the mental, 

the emotional and the spiritual. Massage and skincare should 

be an experience, a renewing, a healing, instead of just something 

you do for yourself a few times a year,” said Kelly Doyle, owner of 

Thermae Retreat. “It’s a pretty normal occurrence for someone to 

come out of a room after a treatment and begin to cry on my shoulder. 

They simply let whatever comes up, go.” 

Stepping further into the emotional and spiritual retreat, therapist 

Kelly Grace brings beautiful intensions and healing into your 

treatment. Shaman Debra Kelly also hosts half day shamanic healing 

sessions, private and group sounds baths, and Thai foot reflexology. 

Also offered is a heart opening Geranium and Cedar Chakra 

scrub and a powerful detoxifying scrub and clay with zeolite, charcoal 

and bentonite. Stepping into the newest in medicinal technology, 

master therapist Lisa Hoffman uses frequency in a whole 

different way, with scalar and low-level lasers. One of her massage 

treatments focused on pain and muscle stiffness combines massage, 

scalar waves, and other technology to release, bring blood 

into tissue, and help heal chronic issues. 

Practitioner Deborah Picou offers QHHT sessions, Quantum 

Healing Hypnosis Technique, which takes you back to past lives 

to find anything that is affecting you in a negative way in this life, 

and she is currently working on her Doctorate and PhD in Natural 

Medicine. While Sophie Soudai, known as one of the Wise Women, 

guides you through a Family Constellations session, taking you 

back generations to find disconnections or unwanted connections 

that no longer serve you today. 

The Delray Beach location has also expanded their space and 

merged gardens with Anuttara Yoga. This new community, in your 

community, contributes to the Thermae Retreat experience that is 

unlike any other. You can come for an hour or an afternoon simply 

to relax and detox in the saunas. 

Leah Kirkpatrick - Ayurvedic Crystal & Light Facials Brooke Renick - Hot Salt Stone Massage Lisa Hoffman - Massage with Scalar Waves 

for pain and skin renewal

Kelly M. Doyle - owner 

Thermae and Anuttara hosted their first corporate convention. 

Instead of ballrooms and heavy food and drink, the guests 

started with a Kundalini yoga session before their first meeting 

followed by saunas, sound baths and 30-minute massages, 

time in the meditation space, then a break-out with juices and 

smoothies from café Joyfull in the garden. 

“Thermae Retreat is like a second home for people to stop in 

or stay and find stillness. We watch someone through the window 

outside on a call come in, body tense, suddenly stop and 

take a breath. They walk out of a treatment room, eyes glazed 

and glide down the hall to a hot sauna and a cool shower. As 

they leave, they are thinking more clearly, they are centered 

and present,” said Kelly. “Many members are now off their arthritis 

medications from using the saunas, and others are here 

to detox their body and strengthen immunity.” The walls are 

infused with selenite crystal which cleans the energy of everyone 

who walks in the door. 

Thermae Retreat has continued to grow into its evolutionary 

objective: To help others awaken and find their true path, 

and to give those whose path is to assist in these journeys a 

place to do their work. “We believe and trust that this personal 

alchemy is available to everyone. It doesn’t have to be exclusive, 

expensive, or inaccessible. Vitality and good health are 

everyone’s birthright.” 

Far beyond a typical day spa, Thermae Retreat Delray and 

Fort Lauderdale provide an inclusionary space, supported 

by our kind-hearted team members, where you can customize 

your experience to best nourish every part of your being. 

All treatments and services are uniquely designed to prepare 

and open you to the deepest possible healing. You will leave 

from your experience changed from the inside out, carrying 

that upliftment into your everyday life and relationships. “It 

is our pleasure.” 

Call this month to receive a day sauna retreat pass for $35. 

Thermae Retreat also offers monthly memberships, customized 

packages, and a space to gather for work or for celebration. 

Thermae Retreat 

215 NE 22nd Street 


561-332-5883 

thermaeretreatdelray@gmail.com 

www.thermaeretreat.com/delraybeach 


This Month in History 

Looking Back 

september in History 

By Lewis David 

Looking back at important dates that took 

place in the month of September both here 

in America and across the globe. 

September 3, 1783, 

and 1943 

• The Treaty of Paris, which formally 

ended the American Revolutionary 

War, was signed by John Adams, Ben 

Franklin, and John Jay. 

• Italy signs an armistice with the 

Allies during World War II following the 

invasion of the Italian mainland. 

September 1, 1939 

• At 5:30am Hitler’s armies invaded Poland, starting World War 

II in Europe. 

September 2, 1666, 1945, and 1962 

• The Great Fire of London began in a bakery in Pudding Lane. 

In the ensuing three days over 13,000 houses were destroyed, 

although only 6 people were thought to have lost their lives. 

• President Truman declared victory over Japan Day, commemorating 

the formal Japanese surrender in World War II. 

• The Soviet Union agreed to send arms to Cuba, which would 

eventually lead to the October Missile Crisis. 



• The last large-scale US-Indian war came to an end following 

the capture of Geronimo. He would die of natural causes over 20 

years later.

September 5, 1774, and 1997 

• The First Continental Congress was assembled in 

Pennsylvania with 56 delegates, representing 

every colony except Georgia. Some notable 

attendees included George Washington 

and Sam Adams. 

• Mother Teresa died in Calcutta 

at the age of 87. She left behind 

a legacy of humanitarian aid 

helping the sick and poor in India 

through her Missionaries 

of Charity order. 


• After 67 years of being known 

as Leningrad, after Vladimir Lenin, 

it was renamed Saint Petersburg 

following the collapse of the Soviet Union. 

September 8, 1565, 1900, and 1974 

• The first Catholic settlement in the United States was founded 

at St. Augustine in Florida. 

• The worst natural disaster in US history 

occurred when a hurricane with 120 mph 

winds struck Galveston, Texas, killing over 

8,000 people. 

• A month after resigning in disgrace 

following the Watergate scandal, 

Richard Nixon was granted a full 

pardon by President Gerald R. Ford. 


• The United States officially comes 

into existence when the Continental 

Congress changed the name from the 

United Colonies. 


• Brazil declared its independence from Portugal after 322 

years as a colony. The two nations would retain close cultural and 

economic ties even up until today. 

• For the first time since World War II, the German parliament, the 

Bundestag, returned to Berlin. It was attended by parliamentarians 

from all over the world and marked the 50th anniversary of the 

Bundestag’s first post-war session. 



• Delegates from all 12 US states unanimously agree 

to approve the proposed US Constitution. 


• The worst terrorist attack in US history occurred when 4 large 

passenger jets were hijacked and then crashed into buildings, 

killing nearly 3,000 people. Both Twin Towers would fall, and the 

Pentagon would receive serious damage while the 4th plane was 

retaken by the passengers who were able to crash it into a field. 


• As the Battle of Fort McHenry took place in Baltimore Harbor 

during the War of 1812 it was observed by Francis Scott Key. He 

watched the British attack throughout the night, and at dawn still 

saw the American flag flying over the fort. This inspired him to pen 

the lyrics that would eventually become the national anthem. 


• Elizabeth Ann Seton becomes 

the first American saint. 

September 16, 1620, 

and 1810 

• The Mayflower ship departed 

from England, bound for the 

Americas with 102 passengers. It 

weathered dangerous Atlantic storms 

and reached Plymouth on December 26. 

• Mexico’s independence from Spain begins as Father Miguel 

Hidalgo y Costilla rang his church bells and urged locals to take up 

arms against the Spanish. 

• The bloodiest day in US military history occurred as General 

Robert E. Lee and the Confederate army was stopped at Antietam 

by General McClellan and a numerically superior Union force. By 

the time night fell 26,000 men were dead, wounded, or missing. 


• The New York Stock Exchange was forced to close for the first 

time in its history as a result of the banking crisis during the Panic 

of 1873. 


• The Peoples Republic of China was officially proclaimed by its 

communist leaders. 



• Shaka, chief of the Zulus and founder 

of the Zulu empire, was killed by his 

two half-brothers. 

• President Abraham Lincoln 

issues a preliminary Emancipation 

Proclamation, freeing the slaves in 

territories held by Confederates as 

of January 1, 1863. 


• President Eisenhower ordered 

the National Guard to help enforce the 

racial integration of schools in Little Rock, 

Arkansas. 


• The US Congress created 

the United States Army, initially 

consisting of 1,000 enlisted men 

and officers. 


• The first American newspaper was 

published. However, British officials considered 

the newspaper offensive and ordered its immediate 

suppression. 

• The First US Congress proposed 12 Amendments to the 

Constitution, of which ten were ratified, forming the Bill of Rights. 


• The first-ever televised presidential debate occurred between 

Richard Nixon and John F. Kennedy. Those who watched the debate 

thought Kennedy did better while those that listened thought 

Nixon won. 


• British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain returned to 

England after meeting with Adolf Hitler and proclaimed, “peace 

in our time.” Chamberlain claimed the agreement meant peace; 

however, Hitler would go beyond the bounds of the agreement and 

would later invade Poland as well as Czechoslovakia. Chamberlain 

would resign in disgrace a year later. 


Delray Beach chamber of commerce 

The Delray Chamber Nonprofit Council Has 

Been Telling Stories Like Never Before All Year! 

By Lynn Van Lenten, Member Services Director/Liaison for Nonprofit Council 

Today the group is back home at the Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce 

Some of the brave NPC Committee leading the group 

After a long quiet COVID year, the Delray Chamber’s Nonprofit 

Council knew they needed to help local nonprofit 

organizations find their voice again. Braving the pandemic, 

the council’s leadership committee looked at 2021 and decided to 

start meeting -- in person – once again. Launching in January, with 

the support of the Arts Garage, this pioneer group gathered and 

spread out around this music venue tables to begin telling their 

stories again. 

Through expert leaders, speakers and supporters, the group started 

the journey back to tell who they are, why they exist and how they plan 

to continue the outreach they believe in. With the theme of “Telling 

Your Story Like Never Before” monthly meetings targeted the art of 

storytelling, the renewed need for branding, video & pictures, how to 

really use social media, write press releases and tell their story from 

the heart. Each new topic renewed the stories that had gone quiet, and 

each month brought new recruits. The group continues to grow…..all 

with the desire of telling their story again. 

Today, with vaccines behind us and new variants before us, our future 

seems a bit scary but the story continues to be told. Diana Rosayn, 

NPC Chair & Marketing Director for Be Like Brit Foundation shared, 

“Despite and in spite of this difficult time we continue to grow and have 

incredible impact. Now more than ever, nonprofits are determined 

to share their story in a new way. As a committee we came together 

wanting to provide our nonprofit community the right support, tools 

and templates to reinvigorate and ready their missions. As individuals, 

we realized that meeting in-person has truly brought our stories to life 

and built a community that confirmed we truly are stronger together.” 

The Council will end their year in December with a Story Telling 

Competition, allowing participants to write & present a 500-word story 

to a panel of judges. A robust prize package will be awarded along 

with a special lunch for everyone in attendance. It will be a party celebrating 

this brave story-telling journey through 2021! “As Chamber 

liaison for the Nonprofit Council, I have been amazed and honored 

to be a part of this pioneer group. Their courage, their mission, their 

ability to pivot and adjust is astounding. Always with their mission in 

mind, fueled by the needs and the people behind those needs, they 

have continued to tell their stories,” said Lynn Van Lenten, Member 

Services Director at the Delray Chamber. 

And hopefully 2022 will allow them to tell an even better story. 

One of health and safety, of growth and support……truly ”A Story Like 

Never Before!” 

Beginning journey back to meeting at Arts Garage 


travel 

Perth, Australia 

Delights “Down Under” 

BY Lisa Marie 

It’s a long way to travel and currently it’s 

‘off limits’ but plan a future trip to Perth, 

Australia, it’s a fabulous place to visit. 

Let’s face it; Australia REALLY is on the other side of the world! 

Travelling times vary but the quickest you will get there is 

around 30 hours. However, you could break up the travel 

time by stopping off at various destinations on route. 

Swan River 

Qantas Airline (Australia’s leading carrier) offers flights from Miami, 

stopping in Los Angeles, and again in Sydney, Australia before 

the last leg of the journey into Perth. So why not take the opportunity 

to stroll down Rodeo Drive or visit Mickey at Disney Land? On 

your next stop take a trip to visit the famous Sydney Opera House. 

Visit www.qantas.com.au/US for flight information. 

Once in Perth you will be met by a picture-postcard city. Situated 

on the banks of the Swan River, it is a perfect setting. In summer 

(December - February) the weather is fantastic, with temperatures 

ranging from 65 degrees to around 86 degrees and over 

50 miles of clean, white sandy beaches; Perth’s coastline is ideal 

for swimming and surfing. 

The city offers a ‘free travel zone’ for buses to get you around, where 

you can visit the Perth Mint, Swan Bells Tower, Art Gallery of WA, 

Western Australia Museum and many more Perth tourist attractions. 

For some spectacular panoramic views of Perth and the river, a 

visit to Kings Park and Botanic gardens is a must! Take full advantage 

of the many lookout points available to the public or try the 

treetop walk for a unique view of the city or just enjoy a relaxing 

picnic in one of the many recreation areas of the park. 

Visit King Street for some up-market retail therapy, packed 

with boutiques, art galleries, eateries, and beautiful people; it’s 

the place to be seen! 


Just 10 minutes north of the city is Scarborough Beach where you 

can fish, swim, surf, skate, and windsurf. If you travel another 10 

minutes north, you will find Hillarys Marina. A recreation boating 

harbor with restaurants, bars, shops, galleries, and tourist attractions 

set on walkways over the Indian Ocean. From here you can 

take a 45-minute ferry to Rottnest Island where you can experience 

some fantastic diving and snorkeling amongst the coral reefs, 

hidden bays, and deserted cycle paths waiting to be explored. The 

small marsupial quokka, a bit like a small Kangaroo, only exists on 

this island, and in some parts, they have become very tame. 

Alternatively, if you head south from Perth you will come to Fremantle. 

Fremantle is recognized as the best-preserved 19th Century 

seaport in the world! Over 150 buildings in the port city are 

classified by the National Trust. These include The Round House 

which was built in 1831 and is the oldest public building in W.A., 

The Esplanade Hotel which was built in 1890s, and the Fremantle 

Prison which was built by convict labor in the 1850s. You can also 

get a ferry to Rottnest Island from here. 

Still heading south, you come across the town of Rockingham. 

Here there are water sports of all kinds, ocean cruises, camping, sailing, 

dolphin encounters, swimming, crabbing, museums, penguin 

and seal tours, wine tasting, theaters, golfing…plus much more. 

Thirty minutes south of Rockingham you reach Mandurah, where 

the heart of the city is arranged around an estuary, crisscrossed 

by pleasure boats and pontoon barges, and is alive with cafes and 

restaurants dotted along the boardwalks. Follow the meandering 

waterways out into the Peel Region, and restaurants, wineries, 

historical sites, and many other attractions bring still more variety 

and fresh surprises to your Mandurah visit. We spotted some 

spectacular homes on the water, and it reminded me of our very 

own Intracoastal. 

Kalbarri National Park 

But of course, no trip to Western Australia would be complete 

without a visit into the ‘bush.’ One of WA most popular places is 

Kalbarri National Park, a seven-hour drive from Perth or you can fly 

there in about 2 hours. Located on WA’s mid north coast, Kalbarri 

National Park is known for its spectacular scenery and red rock 

gorges that were cut from the landscape by the mighty Murchison 

River. It offers a range of adventure activities like bush walking, 

gorge hiking, and canoeing. 

The park is rich in bird life and other animals. Most native mammals 

are nocturnal, but you can sometimes see western grey kangaroos 

and emus during the day. The park also takes in amazing 

coastal cliffs and gorges including 

Red Bluff and Pot Alley. Visit 

www.kalbarri.org.au for more 

information. 

If you have the time in your 

schedule, take a flight out to Uluru/Ayers 

Rock, a giant monolith 

located in the southern 

part of the Northern Territory, 

Central Australia. It was named 

Uluru long before Europeans 

encountered it. The rock was 

sighted in 1872 by explorer Ernest 

Giles and was first visited 

by a European the following 

year, when surveyor William 

Gosse named it Ayers Rock after 

Sir Henry Ayers, the Chief 

Secretary of South Australia at 

the time. Experience art and 

culture, history and heritage, 

nature and wildlife, and family 

activities. 

I hope this has given you a 

taste of what Western Australia 

has to offer. 

King Street 


travel 

Romantic Retreats 

BY Lisa Marie 

Why wait until Valentine’s Day for a romantic getaway with 

your better half… Here is a little taste of what and where 

would make for the perfect romantic break together…From 

Little Palm Island in the Keys all the way up to St Augustine! 


Bayfront Westcott House B & B 

146 Avenida Menendez, Saint Augustine, FL 32084 

fOr reservations call 904-825-4602 or visit www.westcotthouse.com 

Waterfront romance is what Bayfront Westcott House offers! Located directly on 

Matanzas Bay, it is a perfect setting for your ultimate, romantic getaway. Soak up the 

charm and elegance it has to offer where each room is romantically decorated with 

period antiques, most with double Jacuzzis and fireplaces. You can enjoy your signature 

breakfast in the dining room, on the porch, on the garden terrace or even in your 

room! You are invited in the evening for complimentary hor d’oeuvres in the dining 

room. You could take a stroll along the sea wall to the historic Castillo de San Marco 

or into the historic city with its wonderful museums, art galleries, unique shops, and 

fine eateries. Special Offer - Romantic Rendezvous Sale - Save $100 Regularly $329 - 

Book a room for 2 nights at the regular rate and add our Romantic Rendezvous Package 

for Only $229! Valid through November 15th, 2021. (Blackout dates may apply 

– Cannot be combined with other specials and/or discounts)

Crane’s BeachHouse Hotel & Tiki Bar 

82 Gleason Street, Delray Beach, FL 33483 

fOr reservations call 866-372-7263 or visit www.cranesbeachhouse.com 

A haven away from home! Cranes BeachHouse is intimately exquisite. This magical 

hideaway is another romantic “gem” in the heart of Delray Beach. With 28 

guestrooms and suites all furnished in a unique and tropical theme, you will find 

it hard to leave! Relax by the pool, take a nap in the hammocks, or lose yourself 

in the music at the Tiki Bar. Never crowded, this resort always offers relaxation 

and peacefulness, the perfect combination for ‘Romance.’ Cranes is within walking 

distance of beautiful beaches and downtown Delray Beach with its eclectic shops, 

restaurants, and bars. Don’t just vacation, Playcation! “We’ve merged exceptional 

luxury accommodations, award-winning service, and true next-level inspiration 

into a single, incomparable experience.” Check out their website for special offers. 

Little Palm Island Resort & Spa 

28500 Overseas Highway, Milemarker 28.5, Little Torch Key, FL 33042 

fOr reservations call 888-413-0560 or visit www.littlepalmisland.com 

Your little piece of paradise is discreetly situated just off the Florida coastline 

and is a secret to be shared! Your only way to visit this hidden gem is by boat or 

seaplane. You can relax and enjoy the pool, pristine white sand beaches, worldclass 

cuisine, body treatments at Spa Terre, and for the ultimate quiet retreat, 

its very own library. If you have your own boat, you can dock in their private 

marina and enjoy the pool and amenities. They are currently offering The GET 

LOST Package which includes the quintessential welcome amenity, a sunny start 

to each day, and a little pampering too, or A Culinary Paradise Package. Check 

their website for details. 

Pasa Tiempo Private Waterfront Resort 

7141 Bay St, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706 

fOr reservations call 727-367-9907 or visit www.pasa-tiempo.com 

For a serene and magical getaway, Pasa Tiempo Private Waterfront Resort is a 

great alternative to luxury resort hotels or inns. Offering long- and short-term 

rentals with eight well appointed suites combining old world charm with modern 

luxuries. For ultimate privacy, you can rent their private villa with its own 

waterfront pool. With an exotic oasis courtyard, you will feel completely stress 

free in this beautiful and enchanting resort. You are within walking distance to the 

picturesque town with restaurants and shops, and beautiful beaches of the Gulf of 

Mexico. Specials include - Florida Resident Special - All Florida residents receive 

10% off reservations! Active Duty First Responders, Military & Retirees Special - 

All active duty first responders, military, and retirees receive 15% off reservations! 

Sundy House 

106 S Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444 

fOr reservations call 877-439-9601 or visit www.sundyhouse.com 

For a romantic historical retreat stay at the oldest house in Delray Beach. Built 

in 1902 Sundy House was built by the city’s first mayor, John Sundy. He and his 

family lived there for nearly 80 years. The Sundy Home served as Delray’s first 

church, bank, and schoolhouse. 

Nestled within an acre of stunning tropical gardens, Sundy House offers 11 luxurious 

themed guestrooms and suites. Enjoy the lush landscape whilst relaxing on 

your patio or balcony. Included in your stay is complimentary continental breakfast. 

Dine in the superb Taru Restaurant, and experience the culinary delights 

they have to offer, along with an extensive wine list. Sit back and relax with “after 

dinner” drinks in the Roux Bamboux Lounge. Take the step into paradise! 


The Colony Hotel & Cabana Club 

525 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33483 

fOr reservations call 561-276-4123 or visit www.thecolonyhotel.com 

This unique and family run hotel was built in 1926 and is a member of Historic Hotels of 

America. It offers a romantic ‘Old Florida’ style setting with 70 guestrooms including 22 

suites, all decorated in clean, warm bright colors. A spacious lobby with hardwood floors, a 

cozy bar to enjoy your favorite cocktail, a porch overlooking Atlantic Ave, which is perfect 

for people watching, and the Cabana Club located on their private stretch of beach only 2 

miles away (complimentary scheduled transport to and from the hotel). Here you can relax 

and enjoy this oasis of calm and tranquility! Each morning savor your delicious complimentary 

coffee and muffins as you watch Delray come to life. As a bonus, your beloved dog is 

welcome too! Again a ‘Romantic Retreat’ right here on our doorstep! Check out their Summer 

Getaway - Discover Delray and the Colony Hotel & Cabaña Club - $119.00 - Valid June 

– October, Monday through Thursday. Check website for terms. 

The Seagate 

1000 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33483 

fOr reservations call 877-577-3242 or visit www.seagatedelray.com 

Do you want to escape to luxury without having to travel too far? Then The Seagate is for you. 

Located right here in the heart of downtown Delray Beach! This sophisticated, boutique hotel 

by the ocean, boasts the signature Seagate Spa, a fitness center, beautiful pool, country club 

and the Atlantic Grille. The rooms are modern yet elegant, spacious, and tranquil. Included in 

your stay, guests can hop on the hotel’s private tram to their private Seagate Beach Club. Here 

you can relax and enjoy direct beach access, oceanfront pool, oceanfront casual and fine dining, 

water sports and more. The Seagate is offering a host of special offers, one which is aptly named 

‘The Romance Package’ – which includes Prosecco, chocolate-covered strawberries, and a dozen 

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Delray Beach chamber of commerce 

Did You Know? 

The Delray Chamber Produces Fantastic Events! 

By Lynn Van Lenten, Member Services Director 

Along with business development, the Delray Beach Chamber 

is responsible for some really fun, creative and exciting 

events in town. Here’s a few to know about: 

Grand Opening celebrations provide a time to welcome new 

business, cut a red ribbon (with some really big REAL scissors) and 

toast a new business to town. 

Monthly Contact & Cocktails provide networking, as well as some 

serious, fun at local restaurants. Our Young Professionals (YPAD) 

can be found all around town enjoying local venues, doing business 

and making new friends. 

Chamber Focus On Women events pack some serious fun too. 

Coming up on September 23rd, right here at our Chamber office, 

our Program Director, Angel Vasquez Quinter, is planning a Deluxe 

Pop Up Shop. Join us for a luxury “oasis of the senses” with spa 

treatments by Bella Reina Spa, pop up vendors, health & beauty 

consultants, light bites, wine and incredible give aways. The 

Chamber office will be transformed into an exciting experience and 

we promise you will leave feeling pampered and rejuvenated. 

The Ray Hotel Rooftop 

October 14th the Chamber will present its annual Party in 

Paradise at the NEW Ray Hotel. The evening will introduce us to 

this incredible boutique hotel, its delicious food, fun music plus a 

beautiful rooftop bar. We will recognize business, individual and 

nonprofit leaders while have some serious fun. 

April will welcome Delray Affair back to Atlantic Avenue. Mark 

your calendar for April 8-10, 2022 for the biggest and best arts & 

crafts show in South Florida. This is the Affair’s 60th Anniversary 

so get ready for some “groovy 60’s vibe” celebrating this milestone. 

Be watching for details on our website and social media 

platforms (@delraychamber & FaceBook) and join us! Come and 

learn about our town & our business leaders while enjoying some 

fantastic events! 

Want to join in on the fun? Check out our events calendar at www.delraybeach.com/events. And the 

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www.DelrayBeach.com • 561-278-0424 • 140 NE 1st Street 


Emelie Konopka 

I’ve worked 

very hard in 

my career 

to establish 

myself as 

a leader 

who holds 

positions 

that impact 

and influence 

others 


egulars | city people 

by diane feen | Photo by melissa korman 

Leader, Communicator, Visionary 

Everyone has a role in life. If you ask Emelie Konopka what 

hers is she sums it up like this: “My primary roles in life are 

wife, mother, and Retail Executive Director.” 

But Konopka is clearly modest to a fault. Her role is much less linear 

and more comprehensive in all directions. 

As someone who started high school at the age of 13 and 

graduated at sweet sixteen, Konopka could be considered a brainiac. 

She was Valedictorian of her high school class and graduated with a 4.0 

grade point. She’s also a classically trained pianist and flutist who performed 

in jazz bands and marching bands in high school in Louisiana. 

However, music eluded Konopka in her career path. Instead, she 

found success as a retail store manager and executive at stores such as 

Charming Charlie, Target and New York & Company. Her current position 

as Regional Director (of the South) for Rue 21 takes Konopka on 

the road more than half the month. But that’s business as usual for this 

dedicated retail professional. 

Her all-consuming position at Rue 21 and her consulting business 

(EDK Strategy consultants) does not deter her from volunteering, nor 

from her pursuit of music and culture. 

When meeting with Konopka you can see her passion is closely 

aligned with the tempo within her grasp. She has two cell phones, 

that she alternatively glances at, but she is definitely attuned to the 

matter at hand. 

Currently, that hand is closely fixated on Old School Square, where 

she was recently crowned Chairman of the Board. Not a newcomer to 

the OSS territory (and thematic relevance) Konopka was on their Board 

of Directors before she was recently anointed Chairman of the Board. 

This volunteer position, that carries quite a lot of weight in the organization, 

comes with hefty responsibilities. But clearly Konopka is 

up to the task. 

“I’ve worked very hard in my career to establish myself as a leader 

who holds positions that impact and influence others – and being chairman 

defines that role,” said the Louisiana native, who was a thespian 

and debate champ in school. 

Konopka has worked hard. She started out at JC Penney wrapping 

gifts in the Women’s Foundation Department as a teen, and now oversees 

137 stores in 11 states for Rue21. 

Hard work was part of her family dynamics. Her grandmother Vera 

showed Konopka that a woman’s role is as expansive as her aspirations. 

“My grandmother inspired me. She was a logistics manager at JC Penney, 

a wife, mother, artist and volunteer. She was a strong woman.” 

Konopka learned from Vera that women can do anything they want 

– with the right amount of determination and hard work. That’s the 

reason she has worked in some of the most successful retail chains 

in the country. 

Her resume winds and tilts on a retail axis with words like empowering, 

motivating, team collaboration, maximizing strengths and profit in 

competitive markets. 

But Konopka is equally tethered to the earth by way of her other passions 

– cooking, art, music, yoga, mother to Caitlyn and wife to John. 

“During Covid I cooked my way through two Julia Child’s Cookbooks. 

Cassoulet has become a staple in our house.” 

Though her life is a merry-go-round of activity, Konopka is always the 

safe port in the storm. “When everything gets chaotic I am the voice of 

reason. To be an effective leader you must listen to understand, instead 

of listening to respond.” 

It is this ability to assess a situation and understand its cause, that 

allows Konopka to find solutions to problems and create change. It 

also allows her to be a good leader, whether it be a retail store or a 

concert venue. 

Cornell Museum Director and Curator Melanie Johanson has seen 

this talent close up. “Emelie comes with a strong vision for the future 

of Old School Square. She has spearheaded our Fall programs with a 

collection of Max Weinberg’s photos and memorabilia and is someone 

in leadership I can always rely on.” 

Konopka was instrumental in creating an upcoming “Night Under the 

Stars,” an open house for all venues at Old School Square. She is excited 

about adding a commercial kitchen to the renovation mix at the Crest 

Theatre so they can do catering and offer culinary classes. 

Everyone who has seen Konopka up close in meetings (and discussions) 

is impressed with her logic, communication skills, vision, and 

compassion. 

Elise Johnson Nail is one of them. 

“Emelie is smart, dedicated, and an extremely accomplished business 

leader and personnel expert. In my decades of business, I have met very 

few people with her skill set, empathy, and wisdom. Any organization 

would be extremely lucky to have her, and right now that organization 

is Old School Square. She is truly inspirational and one-of-a-kind.” 

Konopka also created a committee for OSS called Omni. This initiative 

will integrate the different venues and mediums of entertainment 

that permeate the OSS campus. “We will be creating traffic and footsteps 

through what we offer. It is important that we work together and 

collaborate as a team to connect with each other.” 

The new Chairman of the Board of OSS is also concerned about 

young people’s exposure to the arts. “It’s a challenge today for 

young people because schools are leaving art and music out of the 

curriculum. OSS plays a big role in providing an outlet of expression 

for children.” 

In her 30-year career in retail Konopka has scaled the heights of 

leadership, sales, and management. It is those skills (and more) than 

make her the perfect leader for the sustainability and growth of Old 

School Square. 

“I have visions for Old School Square, not only for the health of the 

organization but ways to give back. I always said, ‘if I didn’t have to 

work for a living, I would love to lead a non-profit organization.’” 

It seems that Konopka is realizing that dream. And those around 

her couldn’t be happier. 


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dining | restaurant review 

By diane feen | Photos by melisSa korman 

coconut shrimp on stirfry sesame salad 

Homemade Food Made to Please You 

IL CONTADINO RISTORANTE 

Michel Menna is a people 

pleaser – in a foodie kind of way. 

He dotes on his customers with homemade Italian fare at his 

intimate restaurant in Pineapple Grove. 

The restaurant, Il Contadino is a place where people 

come to celebrate holidays, birthdays or just want to luxuriate in 

the pampering and power of a homemade Italian meal. 

Menna likes when his patrons call ahead to tell him what foods 

they prefer. That way he has time to create the perfect version of 

their favorite dishes with élan. 

Veal Siciliana 

Ken Chiarella came to Il Contadino with his mother Marilyn 

(who was celebrating a milestone birthday) and three of his 

friends. All are snowbirds and find themselves smitten with the 

culinary prowess of Menna. 

“Michel puts out food that is second to none. Everything is personalized 

and fresh, and the flavors are distinct and amazing. Every 

time we come here, he asks us what we want, and then he 

prepares it beautifully.” 

When Ken’s mom Marilyn asked for lamb chops for her birthday 

dinner, Menna didn’t have them. But within an hour they 

mysteriously appeared in front of her with all the trimmings. She 

beamed with delight as her son looked on with amazement and 

accolades fit for a prince. 

“I have been to the best restaurants in New York and Italy and 

Michel is as good as all of them. I always tell the truth; this place 

is amazing.” 

Others feel the same way. “Do not walk past this place when you 

visit downtown Delray. If you’re a true foodie tell Owner/Chef Michel 

you want to try the meatball first and you will be blown away! 

Then enjoy dinner and very fine wines! Support your local chef, 

there’s no one better!” 

Some of the dishes that Ken and his guests (Sam and Judy Maruca) 

had are steeped in Italian tradition and prepared artfully and 

tastefully. They raved about the artichoke hearts basted in garlic 

with a wine sauce, sprinkled with Reggiano cheese. As lovers of 

homemade Italian food, the group feasted on Zuppa di Mussels in 

a light tomato sauce with clam broth, as well as Cowboy Rib-Eye 


Peperonata with peppers, onions, tomatoes and mushrooms in a 

red tomato sauce. 

Cooking has been a passion of Menna’s since he was a tot. When 

his parents were away, he would go into the kitchen and create 

gourmet dishes for them. “My parents would come home and say, 

‘who catered this meal.’ I could barely reach the stove, but I loved 

cooking, it’s always been my creative outlet.” 

His guests can tell. “This pasta made me feel like I was in Italy. 

We have been here so many times and it’s always wonderful,” said 

Maruca. His wife Judy was all smiles as the spaghetti with anchovies, 

garlic, olive oil, and breadcrumbs came to the table. 

One of Menna’s finest dishes is his tequila tortellini, prepared 

tableside in a flame-lit pan that sparks the tequila to adhere to the 

creamy light sauce. Add that to the peas, prosciutto, and Reggiano 

cheese, and you have a delicious pasta that hails from the greats. 

It seems Michel is always on the prowl for new dishes and new 

experiences. After all, he has been in the restaurant business for 40 

years. Just recently he tasted potato latkes from another restaurant. 

Not impressed he quickly got out his frying pan and tried his hand 

at this ethnic dish. What he came up with is a potato latke lover’s 

dream. Tasty, crispy, and fresh, they seemed to disappear as quick as 

they came to the table. He also added sour cream to the center fold. 

For Marilyn’s birthday, Menna cooked up a rack of lamb with 

roasted garlic and rosemary. It was a dream dish, she said. And she 

ought to know. The Boynton Beach resident cooked delicious authentic 

Italian meals for her family for years. 

For Michel time does not stop. Though the restaurant business 

has been hard hit by the pandemic he continues to experiment in 

new ways to please guests. “I will be open for breakfast if people 

want me to. I make great omelets with fresh vegetables and other 

style egg dishes. People just have to call me.” 

Menna is also making fresh pizzas with all the trimmings of the 

pizza heritage. There is a difference between pizza and homemade 

pizza, and Michel wants to show everyone the difference. Also 

new at Il Contadino are fresh paninis and wraps with meats, fresh 

cheese, lettuce and tomato. 

Other outstanding dishes are Pork Osso Bucco that is braised all 

day with tomatoes and vegetables as well Mozzarella En Carrozza. 

If you are a fish lover, try the whole Branzini, baked with garlic and 

wine, delicately cooked. 

If you are celebrating a special occasion Menna will prepare 

Cowboy Ribeye Steak Pepperonata 

homemade dishes for as many people can fit inside this intimate 

space. He also has over a thousand different wines from around the 

globe waiting to be opened. 

The Chiaprella and Maruca clan had a bottle of Napa Valley Eagle 

Eye red wine that was divine. Full-bodied and smooth to the palate, 

it was an excellent choice. Whatever your wine preference is, 

Menna will make it happen. 

That might be another reason people love dining there. “Michael 

and his staff take the farm to table concept to new heights. I had 

Eggplant Napoleon, wow. A fresh and delicious take on eggplant 

rollatini. His presentation of veal cutlet with eggplant gave new life 

to an old favorite – it was amazing. Topped it off with cannoli and 

cappuccino. Best ever. This place is the real deal,” said Doug. 

It’s comments like Doug’s that makes Michel smile. It is also what 

makes his passion flame – not only table side – but inside his heart. 

Il Contadino Ristorante 

165 NE 2nd Ave. 

Delray Beach 

561-330-0004 

Catering and take-out available 

dolce en carrozza 

the famous wine wall 


dining | guide 

We at Atlantic Ave Magazine try to keep our Dining Guide 

as accurate as possible for our reader’s benefit, however 

this can sometimes be a difficult task. We may omit 

some eateries and others may have moved or closed. If you are not 

listed in this guide we apologize but please feel free to e-mail 

lisa@atlanticavemagazine.com and we will get your details entered 

for the following month. By the same token, if you see a listing that 

is no longer there then please e-mail lisa@atlanticavemagazine. 

com and it will be removed for the following month. Your help in 

keeping our Dining Guide up-to-date is very much appreciated. 

DELRAY BEACH 

American 

Atlantic Grille 

1000 E. Atlantic Ave 

(In the Seagate Hotel) 

561-665-4900 

Boston’s on the Beach 

40 S. Ocean Blvd 

561-278-3364 

Brulé Bistro 

200 NE 2nd Ave #109 

561-274-2046 

Bru’s Room 


561-276-3663 

BurgerFi 


561-278-9590 

Burt & Max’s Bar & grill 

Delray Marketplace 

Atlantic & Lyons 

561-638-6380 

Cut 432 


561-272-9898 

Dada 

52 N. Swinton Ave 

561-330-3232 

Death or Glory 

Restaurant & Bar 

116 NE 6th Ave 

561-808-8814 

Deck 84 


561-665-8484 

Donnie’s Place 

60 NW 5th Ave 

561-243-9996 

Ellie’s 50’s Diner 

2410 N. Federal Hwy 

561-276-1570 

End Of The Ave 


561-562-8196 

Gourmet Killer Dogs 

4057 W. Atlantic Ave. 

917-656-3664 

Grangers Grill 

802 SE 5th Ave 

561-276-7881 

Harvest Seasonal Grill 

and Wine Bar 

1841 S. Federal Hwy 

561-266-3239 

Henry’s 

16850 Jog Road 

Between Linton Blvd & 

Clintmore Rd 

561 638 1949 

Jimmy’s Bistro 

9 S Swinton Avenue 

561-865-5774 

Johnnie Brown’s 


561-243-9911 

Longhorn Steakhouse 


561-278-1944 

Lucilles Bad to the Bone 

BBQ, Delray Marketplace 

9173 West Atlantic Ave 

561-810-4045 

MIA Kitchen & Bar 


561-499-2200 

Outback 

1300 Linton Blvd 

561-272-7201 

Park Tavern 

32 SE 2nd St 

561-265-5093 

Salt7 

32 SE 2nd St 

561-274-7258 

Seacrest Grille 

(Opal Grand Resort) 

10 N. Ocean Blvd 

561-274-3200 

Sundy House – 

Historic Restaurant 

106 S. Swinton Ave, DB 

561-272-5678 

Surf Shack 


(Federal Hwy.) 

561-501-7868 

The Grove Restaurant 

187 NE 2 Ave. 

561-789-8636 

The Office 


561-276-3600 

The Original Brooklyn 

Water Bagel 

14451 S. Military Trail 

561-455-7490 

The Wine Room Kitchen 

& Bar 


561-243-WINE (9463) 

Asian/Sushi/ 

Chinese/fusion 

Buddha Sky Bar 


561-450-7557 

China Gardens 

14402 S. Military Trail, 

561-498-5226 

Lemongrass Bistro 


561-278-5050 

Shiitake Asian Bistro 

4900 Linton Blvd, #14 

561-865-5538 

Yama Japanese 

Restaurant 


561-266-9929 

Ziree Thai & Sushi 

401 W. Atlantic Ave 

561-276-6549 

Continental/ 

Greek 

Blue Anchor 


561-272-7272 

Boheme Bistro 


561-278-4899 

Joseph’s Wine Bar 


561-272-6100 

La Cigale, A Taste of the 

Mediterranean 


561-265-0600 

Olio Bistro 

42 SE 2nd Ave 

561-278-6633 

Taverna Opa 


561-303-3602 

Victor’s Indian Palace 

2222 West Atlantic Ave. 

561-332-3827 

Coffee/Dessert 

Ben & Jerry’s 


561-272-3112 

Coffee District 


561-455-0541 

Cream Frozen Yogurt, 

Gelato & Gourmet Coffees 

1163 E. Atlantic Ave. 

561-303-1912 

Gizzi’s Coffee 

2275 S. Federal Hwy #380 

561-266-9797 

Jellies at Seagate 


561-330-3775 

Kilwin’s Chocolates & 

Ice Cream 


561-278-0808 

Puro’s Cigar 


561-278-6118 


Starbucks 


561-243-9332 

Il Girasole 

1911 S. Federal Hwy, 

561-272-3566 

Cabana El Ray 


561-274-9090 

Delray Hideaway 

1045 E Atlantic Ave 

561-562-5500 

J & J Seafood Bar & Grill 


561-272-3390 

Checkers 


561-278-9939 

Health Food 

Fit Food Express 

302 NE 4th St 

561-330-4525 

Nutrition Cottage 

1815 S. Federal Highway, 

561-734-4626 

Purgreens 

Inside Purlife Fitness 

Center 


561-276-7387 

The New Vegan 

528 NE 2nd St. 

561-404-5301 

Italian 

4 Brothers Italian 

Restaurant & Pizzeria 


561-496-3990 

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza 

115 NE 6th Ave 

561-278-7911 

Bambini’s Garden Pizzeria 

14466 Military Trail 

561-638-6442 

Caffe Luna Rosa 


561-274-9404 

Carrabba’s Italian Grill 

335 E. Linton Blvd 

561-266-9393 

D’Angelo Pizza Tapas 

16950 Jog Road. 

561-381-0037 

Il Bacio Restaurant 

& Lounge 

29 SE 2nd Ave, 

561-865-7785 

IL Contadino 

Ristorante 

165 NE 2nd Ave, 

Pineapple Grove 

561-330-0004 

Mellow Mushroom 


561-330-3040 

Pizza Rustica 


561-279-8766 

Pizzeria Sophia 

15065 S State Rd 7 (441) 

Bay 400 

561-359-2606 

Rose’s Daughter 

American Trattoria 


561-271-9423 

Sazio 


561-272-5540 

Sazio Express 


561-276-2637 

Scuola Vecchia 

Moved to Coral Springs. 

For info call 954-775-0861 

Terra Fiamma 

Ristorante. Pizza. Bar 


Delray Marketplace 

561-495-5570 

Tramonti Italian 

Ristorante 


561-272-1944 

Vic & Angelo’s 


561-278-9570 

Windy City Pizza 


561-266-2811 

Latin/Caribbean/ 

sPAnish 

Bamboo Fire Café 

149 NW 4th Ave 

561-749-0973 

CHE!!! Restaurant 

900 E. Atlantic Ave, 

On the Intracoastal 

561-562-5111 

Papa’s Tapas 


561-266-0599 

Mexican 

El Camino 

15 NE 2nd Ave. 

561-865-5350 

Hacienda Mexican 

Restaurant & Bar 

14820 S Military Trail. 

561-562-5151 

Rocco’s Tacos & 

Tequila Bar 


561-808-1100 

Senor Burrito 

142 SE 6th Ave #E 

561-278-5757 

Pubs/Clubs 

3rd & 3rd 

301 NE 3rd Ave, 

561-303-1939 

Blue Anchor British Pub & 

Restaurant 

804 E. Atlantic Ave. 

561-272-7272. 

Bull Bar Inc 


561-274-8001 

Honey 


561-270-7187 

Hurricane Bar & Lounge 


561-278-0282 

O’Connors Irish Pub 


561-330-0022 

Sandbar 


561-278-3364 

Wine House Social 


The Hyatt Place 

561-501-0175 

The London Lounge 

2725 N. Federal Hwy 

561-808-7138 

Tim Finnegans Irish Pub 


561- 330-3153 

Seafood 

50 Ocean 

50 S. Ocean Blvd, Delray 

Beach, FL 33483 

561-278-3364 

City Oyster 


561-272-0220 

Lionfish Delray Beach 

307 East Atlantic Ave 

561-865-7066 

Mussel Beach 


561-921-6464 

Racks Fish House 

5 SE 2nd Ave, 

561-450-6718 

Sandwich/Deli 

Bagel’s With Deli 


561-279-4799 

Big Al’s Steaks 


561-819-1888 

Brighton Beach Bagel & 

Bakery 

14587 S. Military trail 

561-270-3771 

Christina’s Restaurant 


561-278-3200 

Conte’s Italian Deli & 

Gourmet Market 

311 NE 2nd Ave, 

561-501-7399 

Cornell Café Morikami 

Museum 

4000 Morikami Park Rd 

561-495-0233 

Domino’s Pizza 


561-330-0002 

Dunkin Donuts 


561-243-1196 

Famous Market Deli 


561-495-8590 


dining | guide 

Jersey Mikes Subs 

455C NE 5th Ave 

561-276-8949 

Duffy’s Sports Grill 

21212 St Andrews Blvd. 

561-869-0552 

Polo’s Restaurant 

5030 Champion Blvd., 

561-997-2920 

Sushi Masa & Thai 

2240 NW 19th Street. 

561-347-0008 

Villa Rosana 

9858 Clint Moore Road. 

561-470-0112 

Cuban Café 

3350 N.W.Boca Blvd. 

561-750-8860 

Jimmy John’s 

Gourmet Sandwiches 


561-243-1100 

Marianne Gourmet 

Shop, 803 George Bush 

Blvd, 561-278-3349 

Nemo’s Fish & Chicken 


561-865-5094 

Sandwiches by the Sea 


561-272-2212 

Subway 

900 Linton Blvd, Ste 905 

561-330-7442 

Tea-Licious Tearoom 

4997 B, W Atalantic Ave, 

561-638-5155 

The Sandwich Man 

Pizza Too 


561-274-7135 

Tony’s Deli 

Breakfast, Lunch, Hero’s 


561-276-1749 

Boca raton 

American 

Abe & Louis Glades Plaza 

2300 W. Glades Road, 

561-447-0024 

The Addison 

2 E. Camino Real 

561-372-0568 

Boston Market 

7020 Beracasa Way, 

561-392-2795 

Cheesecake Factory 

5530 Glades Road. 

561-393-0344 

Chops Lobster Bar 

101 Plaza Real 

561-395-2675 

Grand Lux Café 

Town Ctr Mall, 6000 

Glades Road, 

561-392-2141 

Houston’s 

1900 N.W. Executive Ctr 

Circle. 

561-998- 0550 

J. Alexander’s 


561-347-9875 

Kathy’s Gazebo Café 

4199 N. Fed. Highway. 

561-395-6033 

Kee Grill 

17940 N.Military Trail. 

561-995-5044 

Lucilles Bad to the 

Bone BBQ 

3011 Yamato Road 

561-997-9557 

Madison’s New York Grill 

2006 NW Executive Center 

Circle. 561-994-0808 

Mariposa 

Neiman Marcus at Town 

Ctr-5860 Glades Rd. 

561-544-2320 

Max’s Grille 

Mizner Park-404 Plaza 

Real 561-368-0080 

Miller’s Ale House 

1200 Yamato Road. 

561-998-9142 

Mississippi Sweets BBQ 

2399 N Federal Hwy. 

561-394-6779 

Morton’s The Steakhouse 

Shops at Boca- 

5050 Town Ctr Circle 

561-392-7724 

New York Prime 

2350 N.W. Executive Ctr 

Drive 561-998-3881 

Pavilion Grille 

301 Yamato Road 

561-912-0000 

Rebel House 

297 E Palmetto Park Road. 

561-353-5888 

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 

225 N.E. Mizner Blvd., 

561-392-6746 

Seasons 52 

2300 N.W.Executive Ctr, 

561-998-9952 

Six Tables 

112 N.E. 2nd St. 

561-347-6260 

The Capital Grille 

6000 Glades Road, 

561-368-1077 

The Grille on Congress 

5101 Congress Av. 

561-912-9800 

Yogurt Rendezvous* 

*(ORB Kosher) 7150 

Beracasa Way, 

561-392-8384 

Asian/Sushi/ 

Chinese 

Bluefin Sushi Thai Grill 

861 Yamato Rd. 

561-981-8986 

Boon’s Asian Bistro 

19605 SR7. 

561-883-0202 

Fah Asian Bistro 

Boca Valley Shopping Plaza 

-7461 N.Fed Hwy. 

561-241-0400 

5 Spice Asian Market 

Shoppes at Blue Lake 

1200 Yamato Rd. 

561-989-1688 

Kapow Noodle Bar 

431 Plaza Real. 

561-347-7311 

Lemongrass Asian Bistro 

101 Plaza Real South. 

561-544-8181 

P.F Chang’s 

1400 Glades Rd. Boca 

561-393-3722 

Sushi Ray 

Shops at Boca Ctr-5250, 

Town Ctr Circle 

561-394-9506 

Sushi Yama 

7055-33 W Palmetto Park 

Road. 561- 362-6416 

Tempura House 

The Reserve-9858 Clint 

Moore Road. Building 

561-883-6088 

Yokohama Sushi 

60 N Fed. Hwy, 

561-392-9328 

Yokohama Sushi 

9168 Glades Rd. 

561-451-1707 

Continental 

Bakery of France 

625 NE Spanish River 

Blvd., 561-361-4490 

Casa D’Angelo 

171 E Palmetto Park Rd. 

561-996-1234 

Cote France Café 

100K Plaza Real South, 

561-955-6021 

Casimir French Bistro 

416 Via De Palmas #81, 

Royal Palm Place 

561-955-6001 

Le Rivage 

450 N.E.20th St. 

561-620-0033 

Mario’s Osteria 


561-239-7000 

Matteo’s 

233 S Federal Hwy. 

561-392-0773 

Milos Taverna 

1600 N Fed. Hwy 

561-750-6720 

Taverna Kyma 

6298 N. Fed. Hywy. 

561-994-2828 

Italian 

Arturo’s Ristorante 

6750 N.Fed Hwy. 

561-997- 7373 

Carraba’s Italian Grill 

6909 S.W.18th Street, 

561-544-8838 

Josephine’s 

5751 N.Fed. Highway. 561- 

988-0668 

La Luna Italian Bistro 

The Polo Shoppes-5030 

Champion Blvd. 

561-997-1165 

La Villeta 

4351 N. Fed. Highway 

561-362-8403 

Maggiano’s 

21090 St. Andrew’s Blvd. 

561-361-8244 

Nino’s Italian Restaurant 

7120 Beracasa Way, 

561-392-9075 

Novello Restaurant & Bar 

5999 N. Fed. Highway. 

561-994-3495 

Ristorante Sapori 

Royal Palm Place- 

301 Via De Palmas 

561-367-9779 

Tanzy Restaurant 

Mizner Park 

301 Plaza Real 

561-922-6699 

Trattoria Romana 

499 E. Palmetto Park Rd. 

561-393-6715 

Umbria 

Renaissance Hotel 2000 

NW 19st, Boca. 

561-368-5252 

Latin/ 

cAribbean 

Caribbean Grill 

1332 NW Boca Raton Blvd 

561-362-0161 

Mexican 

Senor Burrito 

513 N.E 20th Street 

561-347-6600 

Rocco’s Tacos 

5250 Town Center Circle. 

561-416-2131 

Seafood 

Bonefish Grill 

21065 Powerline Road. 

561-483-4949 

City Fish Market 


561-487-1600 

Deli/Cafés 

Ben’s Deli Kosher 

The Reserve-9942 Clint 

Moore Rd. 

561-470-9963 

Boca Beach House 

887 E Palmetto Park Road. 

561-826-8850 

Deli on Rye 

4311 N. Federlal Hwy., 

561-347-1400 

Hotdogopolis 

6020 N Federal Hwy. 

8177 Glades Road 

561-998-5959 

Oasis Cafe 

Renaissance Hotel Boca 

2000 NW 19st, 

561-368-5252 

Saquella Caffe 

82 Royal Palm Place-410 

Via De Palmas, 

561-338-8840 

Toojay’s 

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dining | RECIPEs 

September is National 

Fruit and Vegetable month! 

Let’s have fun with creative ways to prepare some 

of our local fresh produce! Head on over to our local 

GreenMarket and pick up fresh fruits and veggies! 

Corn! Grill it, steam it, 

boil it, eat it on the cob: 

Nothing beats fresh corn. 

Butter Boiled Corn 

Ingredients: 

6-8 ears of corn, shucked 

1 stick of butter 

1 Cup of milk 

Salt to taste - optional 

Directions: 

Fill a large pot about halfway with water. Bring 

water to a boil. Add milk and butter. Add corn 

and reduce heat. Simmer corn for 6 to 8 minutes 

Remove corn from cooking liquid and its ready 

to serve. 

Corn Spoon Bread 

Ingredients: 

3 cups whole milk 

2 cups fresh corn kernels or one 10-ounce package 

frozen corn, thawed 

3/4 cup finely ground cornmeal 

2 tblspoons unsalted butter, plus more for the dish 

1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 

1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 

1/4 teaspoon black pepper 

2 large eggs, lightly beaten 

Directions: 

Heat oven to 350° F. 

In a large saucepan, over medium heat, bring 2 

cups of the milk and the corn to a boil. 

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 

milk and the cornmeal. Whisking constantly, 

slowly add the mixture to the boiling milk. Reduce 

heat and simmer gently, stirring frequently, 

for 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in the butter, 

thyme, salt, pepper, and eggs. 

Transfer to a buttered casserole or cast-iron skillet. 

Bake until golden and set, about 30 minutes. 

Serve warm or at room temperature. 

Cauliflower is an often 

over looked vegetable. 

But no more! Try these 

two ways to prepare 

broccoli’s cousin. 

Spicy Whole 

Roasted 

Cauliflower 


Ingredients: 

1 tablespoon vegetable oil 

1 head cauliflower 

1½ cups plain Greek yogurt 

1 lime, zested and juiced 

2 tablespoons chili powder 

1 tablespoon cumin 

1 tablespoon garlic powder 

1 teaspoon curry powder 

2 teaspoons kosher salt 

1 teaspoon black pepper 

Directions: 

Preheat the oven to 400° and lightly grease a 

small baking sheet with vegetable oil. Set aside. 

Trim the base of the cauliflower to remove any 

green leaves and the woody stem. 

In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt with the 

lime zest and juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic 

powder, curry powder, salt and pepper. 

Dunk the cauliflower into the bowl and use a 

brush or your hands to smear the marinade evenly 

over its surface. (Excess marinade can be stored 

in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up 

to three days and used with meat, fish or other 

veggies.) 

Place the cauliflower on the prepared baking 

sheet and roast until the surface is dry and lightly 

browned, 30 to 40 minutes. The marinade will 

make a crust on the surface of the cauliflower. 

Let the cauliflower cool for 10 minutes before 

cutting it into. 

Buffalo Cauliflower 

Ingredients: 

Olive Oil cooking spray 

3/4 cup baking flour 

1 cup water 

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 

Salt and pepper to taste 

2 heads of cauliflower, cut into bite size pieces 

2 table spoons butter 

1/2 cup Franks Red Hot Buffalo Sauce 

1 teaspoon honey 

Directions: 

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Lightly grease a baking 

sheet with cooking spray. 

Mix flour, water, garlic powder, salt and pepper 

together in a bowl with a whisk until batter is 

smooth and a bit runny. Add cauliflower to batter 

and mix until cauliflower is coated. spread onto 

baking sheet. 

Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 

20-25 minutes. 

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. 

Remove saucepan from heat and stir in hot sauce 

and honey into butter until smooth. Brush hot 

sauce mixture over each piece of cauliflower until 

all mixture is used. 

Bake until cauliflower is browned, about 10 minutes. 

Remove from oven and let cauliflower cool 

10-15 minutes. 

Blueberries are in season 

- Top off your summer 

get togethers with this 

tasty fruit. A simple boozy 

blueberry sauce makes 

this a grown up treat! 

Blueberry Gin 

Sundaes 

Ingredients: 

1 cup of fresh blueberries 

1/3 cup Gin 

1 pint vanilla ice cream 

4 waffle bowls 

Mint for garnish 

Directions: 

In a small saucepan combine blueberries and Gin. 

Simmer, stirring frequently until berries burst 

and mixture begins to thicken - about 5-8 minutes; 

let cool. 

Divide one pint of ice cream among 4 bowls evenly 

and top with sauce. Garnish with mint. 

Lemons are one of my 

favorite fruits! I use it in 

vineagrettes, drinks, and 

desserts. Here’s one of 

my favorite ways to enjoy 

this sweet tart fruit. 

Lemon Garlic Pasta 

Add in cooked chicken, shrimp, or steamed broccoli 

for a complete meal! 

Ingredients: 

1 lb angel hair spaghetti 

4 large garlic cloves, minced 

1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes 

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 

Finely grated zest from 2 lemons 

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 

1 1/2 teaspoons salt 

1/2 teaspoon black pepper 

1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 

Directions: 

Cook pasta in a 6-quart pot of boiling salted water 

until al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water and 

drain pasta in a colander. 

While pasta is boiling, cook garlic and red pepper 

flakes (to taste) in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet 

over moderate heat, stirring, until garlic is golden, 

about 5 minutes. Stir in zest, then juice, salt, 

pepper, and 1/2 cup reserved cooking water and 

bring to a simmer. 

Toss pasta in sauce with parsley. (Add more cooking 

water if pasta seems dry.) 


misc | ask the petxpert 

BY Bill Piechocki and Dr. Diane Sudduth, DVM 

What is a Proper Diet and 

How Does My Pet Change with it? 

Most pet parents want to do the very best for their beloved 

pets. We observe many pets with designer collars and leads, 

pricey fashion apparel, special beds for their morning and 

afternoon naps (as some sleep in their parent’s bed at night), luxury 

visits to the grooming spa and daycare for playtime. Pet owners spare 

no cost to keep pets happy and healthy including costly medical care 

and premium foods. 

With thoughts that we are doing the very best for our pets, we 

should all consider this: unlike their ancestors in the wild, our pets 

are experiencing shorter life spans with many more health issues 

than previous generations. Cancers, liver and kidney issues, autoimmune 

disorders, chronic allergies including skin and coat issues, ear 

and anal gland problems, yeast and urinary infections, and finally joint 

and pain issues plague our beloved pets. What is behind this trend of 

dysregulation of the healthy body and causing what the medical community 

describes as disease? 

In the natural health community, we are always looking beyond 

the symptoms and see the causes of this health dysfunction. We start 

with the most basic of premises that all disease has only two basic 

core causes - deficiency (malnutrition) and toxicity (poison). With that 

knowledge, natural health professionals start the search by evaluating 

your pets’ and even your own lifestyle to find where the toxins are 

coming from and the quality of the foods that are consumed. 

Often, it is only after a diagnosis of health challenges and costly testing 

and treatments that result in marginal, little, or no cures, that food 

is then looked upon. At that point, veterinarian approved, formulated 

pet foods are recommended which at times the pet won’t even eat. 

After jumping from formula to formula many pets only acquire short 

term results. 

Pet owners are often put into conflict between following medicinal 

advice based on the pharmaceutical model of medicine or natural 

health, based in nature, species appropriate diet entrees that include 

botanical, earth and herbal foods. Healing is never about a single solution, 

drug, food, herb or therapeutic approach. It involves the integration 

of many components of multiple modalities. 

The fundamentals begin at the cellular level with feeding every cell in 

the body with the proper species appropriate nutrition and not killing 

or altering those cells with toxic or synthetic substances that the body 

will reject. Every food product has a direct effect on growth and nourishing 

at the cellular level which is necessary for health and healing. 

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) it was recognized that you 

treat “like with like.” As the body is constantly replacing cells, we 

should be creating healthy new cells. If you are suffering from a heart 

problem, the nutritional profile of heart meat will duplicate in the reproduction 

of new healthy heart cells. Same is true with all the major 

body function centers. 

If your pet was already changed to a real whole raw or home cooked 

food diet, what changed and how quickly did you see them? Were you 

discouraged from following this path but saw the results with your 

own eyes? Yes, it takes time to cleanse the body and understand some 

minor challenges. It’s worth it to watch your pets heal and thrive with 

a health and vitality extended life. 

Bill Piechocki, nutritionist and CEO at My Paleo Pet in Pompano Beach, 

FL hosts The Pet Health Cafe web radio show. For over 40 years in the 

animal industry Bill has provided unparalleled vision and information 

that is passed on to his clients and animal lovers daily. Visit the 

radio show to listen to LIVE broadcasts with his special guests and 

esteemed colleagues at www.PetHealthCafe.com or tune-in to the 

show’s archives at iHeart.com. Call for a free consultation or stop by 

My Paleo Pet in Pompano Beach, FL 954-971-2500, where Bill and the 

staff would be more than happy to help. 

SEND YOUR QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS FOR OUR PETXPERT TO: PETS@ATLANTICAVEMAGAZINE.COM 

THESE pets are available for adoption 

21287 Boca Rio Road, 

Boca Raton, FL 

561-482-8110 

www.tricountyhumane.org 

Junior 

puppies 

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A NO-KILL animal shelter. 

Open Tues - Sun 

11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 

How CUTE am I? I know you’re saying,“very!” 

I’m seeking a loving home complete with treats, 

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I do prefer to keep my toys and food to myself. 

No sharing for me, so I may need a home 

without small kiddos or any sneaky pups! 

Pup alert! Here at TriCounty, the most adorable 

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quickly so check in with us and have a look 

around. If you meet your match, adopt him or 

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about YOUR home? Meet me today! 

All animals are up-to-date 

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Adoption fees $110 and up. 

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misc | pet spotlight 

pet pix 

Luna 

Phoebe, the mini goldendoodle, enjoying a 

girls night out at Hawkers in Delray! 

This is Krav from Hawthorne FL 

Lucy from Delray Beach 

Hi! I’m Reggie celebrating my 3rd birthday 

at my new home in Delray Beach! 

Married couple Luna and Hanzi 

from Delray Beach 

You can now give your 

pets the fame they deserve! 

Make your pet a celebrity. 

Email your favorite photo along with their name to: 

pets@atlanticavemagazine.com 

Photos must be 300 dpi (high quality) 


leisure | brain teasers 

crossword puzzle 

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27 28 29 30 31 

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51 52 53 54 55 56 

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60 61 62 

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ACROSS 

1 Distant 

6 Apex 

9 Jobs 

14 “ER” actress --- Tierney 

15 “___ Believer,” 

Monkees hit 

16 Start playing! 

17 Tap 

19 “Fear of Flying” author 

___Jong 

20 Snow runner 

21 Less common 

22 Buoyant 

23 Old-fashioned cab 

25 Lightweight tropical hats 

27 Elite group 

28 Gene Pitney was only 

24hrs from here 

29 Downloadable program 

32 Small lake 

34 Natter 

35 Tenor --- Bocelli 

37 Sidestepped 

39 Splendors 

40 Demeanor 

41 Total 

42 Capital of Norway 

43 Source of formic acid 

44 Jambalaya ingredient 

46 Little one 

47 “Band of Gold” singer 

freda ___ 

48 Miscreants 

51 Economizer 

54 Succeed 

56 One of New York’s finest, 

perhaps 

57 Nautical fastener 

DOWN 

1 Pennsylvania Mennonites 

2 Sri ___, formerly Ceylon 

3 Ahead of the field 

4 Mineral source 

5 Litter of pigs 

6 Bracket 

7 Stimulus 

8 Security detachment 

9 Anna Paquin won an Oscar 

for this film, aged 11 

ANSWER TO this PUZZLE will be printed next month. 

10 Spanish winds 

11 The pen 

12 Recoil 

13 Remain 

18 Rotating engine part 

24 Welcome 

26 Old Testament song 

28 Sliver 

29 Nobleman 

30 Rind 

31 --- doble (dance) 

32 One of the Three Bears 

33 “___ Almighty,” in which 

Morgan Freeman played God 

34 Nixon’s successor, 

informally 

36 Drivel 

38 At peace 

39 Rev up 

41 ___ Todd, barber 

45 Chest pain 

46 Am disposed 

47 Serenity 

48 Pro 

49 Gun handle nick 

50 Notices 

sudoko 

Fill in the grid so that every row, column and 

3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9. 

ANSWER TO sudoko will be printed next month. 

CODEWORD 

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14 15 

16 17 18 

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S 

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D 

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S 

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A 

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D 

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26 7 20 23 12 8 13 11 9 4 

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ANSWERs from 

last month’s 

brain teasers 

CROSSWORD 

SUDOKO 

ENIGMA 

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not the key 

to happiness. 

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key to success.” 

– Albert 

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