Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Delegate Meeting
UCO Officers taking the oath of office. UCO President David Israel.
Fri, Apr 9, 9:30 am, Clubhouse Theatre
Page 2 THE UCO REPORTER April 2010
Retraction
Acting on the legal advice from UCO’s attorney, Rod Tennyson, P.A., the article which con-
tains self-help remedies for Associations appeared in the March issue of the UCO Reporter,
At the Delegate Page 3, center column, entitled “Is SB 780 Unconstitutional,” is hereby retracted as follows:
Assembly
“... There are remedies that the Associations can institute to avoid problems later,
Betty Lapidus such as:
• Accept only fully invested buyers, no mortgages.
• Increase reserves by assessing new owners a one-time Abandonment/Foreclosure
fee. ...”
March 5, 2010 a violation, it must be cor-
Two hundred and fifty-five rected before a permit can be His written response, in part, reads as follows:
Delegates were signed in. issued. Many of these viola- “... the article is clearly giving legal advice to Associations which in my opinion is
George Franklin led the tions were electrical, having bad advice. I do not believe Associations have the authority to reject all mortgage
Pledge of Allegiance. to do with fans and some finance sales. And I do not believe Associations have the authority to assess only new
Minutes were accepted as plumbing. owners a Foreclosure fee. ....”
presented. Randall Borchardt dis-
Treasurer’s Report was ac- cussed the proposed UCO The UCO Reporter, under advice from our attorney, hereby prints this
cepted. Bylaw amendments which retraction of that article, and further asserts that such article is not UCO’s
President Loewenstein in- were attached to the agenda. opinion.
troduced the guests invited to Changes appeared the in the
attend the meeting: Paulette UCO Reporter and were voted
Burdick, who is running for on. After Q&A discussion, the Valentine’s Dance
County Commissioner; Sara, changes were passed with one By Claudette LaBonte
from the State’s Attorney negative vote. Yes, you can dress a man and did they ever look suave. This may be a little late to write
General’s office, who will There was lengthy discus- about the Valentine Dance held on Saturday, February 13 at the Clubhouse. The Party Room
be replacing Mr. Edmonson sion regarding the CV Blog was adorned with white tablecloths with contrasting red centerpieces and napkins and ceiling
some date in the future; Chuck being the official site for decorations which together lit up the room.
Knudsen from Plastridge In- information in the Village. Music was provided by Peter Dino and the dance floor was jamming. We swung, we cuddled
surance was introduced. Many opinions regarding and we rocked but most of all everyone looked great. Happy and glowing faces circled the dance
Mr. Knudsen discussed bias, freedom of speech, and floor. The best part was that the dancing never stopped. Peter Dino took no breaks because the
some changes regarding the open discussion were ad- crowd was such a pleasure.
insurance coverage in the dressed. Honey Sager pro- So kudos to all of you who were entertained and in turn entertained us, the volunteers. You
Village. He will be visiting posed a motion to be voted on made it fun for all us also.
different associations as re- by the assembly which was: We are looking forward to seeing you next year. By the way, thank you for all your good
quested and each association Motion: I make a motion to wishes to Joe and me on our sixth anniversary, which we celebrated at the dance. o
will be getting an individual cancel the current Century
set of policies. Regarding Village Blog and replace it
claims, the agency has a full with an official Century Vil-
time employee, Kathy Edge, lage website to be used for
630-4955, who works on our informational purposes only
claims. He discussed the pre- and to display the amenities
mium situation, etc. of Century Village to resi-
President Loewenstein dents and potential buyers.
then thanked the delegates The vote was 112 for a new
for voting for him and al- website and 45 for the Blog.
lowing him to serve them The motion was carried and
for the last four years. He the Blog is no longer the of-
discussed some insurance ficial Century Village site.
issues. He discussed the Committee reports were
closing of the Okeechobee attached. Some not included
transponder gate, which was were the possibility of using
caused by a sink hole under the buses to take residents
the visitor’s gate which threw to cultural affairs in the sur-
off the transponder arm. Re- rounding areas, the invitation
pairs should be completed of some Centenarians to the
by Monday-Tuesday at the Installation Luncheon and re-
latest. He also discussed the minders about Investigations
hold up in getting permits to and Maintenance committees.
repair damaged apartments. Good & Welfare: No dis-
If an apartment is found with cussion. o
At the Library
By Chuck Waugh
The Book Thief at
Okeechobee Branch
Frankly Speaking: Library Security
Vice President The Book Thief by Markus
Al McLaughlin
Frank J. Cornish Zusak has been selected as the
book to read in 2010. Every
two years, one book is se-
lected by Palm Beach County
residents to read together.
I would like to take this continued support of my efforts. The countywide reading cam- It is now my pleasure to sin- in device. Forms must be
opportunity to thank each and Along with my fellow Of- paign, Read Together Palm cerely thank all the people that completed, a Board vote and
every Association for their ficers, both newly elected, re- Beach County: One Book, have made my time as Chair procedure completed, but it
participation in this year’s elected and carry over, headed One Community, was first of Security so satisfying. The can be done. (*: See below.)
election, and to those who did by our former Vice President, held in 2002. In the past, last few years have passed fast At our monthly meeting, we
not, now is the time to begin and now elected President Da- thousands of people have and I am proud of the accom- have representatives from the
preparation by selecting two vid Israel, we will take every participated by reading “the plishments the Security Com- PBSO, the State of Florida,
people (one regular and one opportunity to enrich the daily book,” joining book discus- mittee and Security Company UCO officers and our own
alternate) to represent your in- lives of our residents, by utiliz- sion groups and attending spe- has made. We have reduced CAM to advise us of other
terests, here in our community, ing all of the resources, avail- cial Read Together events. The our expenses by combining condominiums that have had
at not only the next election, able, within the Village and off Okeechobee Branch Library the Clubhouse guards with similar problems, and they
but year round — remem- campus (Dave’s expression). will be hosting two Read To- the gate guards, reduced the suggested methods for im-
ber, the Delegate Assembly Being a diverse community, gether book discussions about number of broken gate arms, provement. These suggestions
monthly meetings are your life we are privileged to have indi- The Book Thief. If you have instituted an annual gate pass and advisories have been
line — use it or lose it! viduals from all walks of life not been to your local public and approved a procedure to very important to the Security
While on the subject of elec- and I will continue, along with library in a while, make it a enable buildings to allow some Committee; they give us infor-
tions, I am honored to once my fellow officers, to encour- point to visit during the 2010 cell phone use, and more. mation about problems in our
more represent our residents, age them to come forward, of- Read Together Palm Beach When we placed speed area of the county that require
and wish I could thank each fer their services, be it advice County campaign. You’ll be bumps at the transponder gate, us to watch our property more
Association’s President, their or hands on, regardless of their glad that you did! some people were unhappy. As carefully at times. Please ac-
residents personally, for their previous affiliations. o The Okeechobee Boulevard a result of speed bumps, Stop cept my thanks.
Branch Library is located next Sign, and a sign reminding us Most important in this secu-
to Dunkin’ Donuts. The hours that the gate is for a “Single rity equation is the good work
From Pres. Israel Executive Board is a crucible
Continued from Front Page are: Monday, Tuesday, and Vehicle Only,” we have re- of our Weiser Security staff,
Seasonal Volunteers in which new talent may be duced the number of times Major Jeff, the Captains, the
introduced to UCO service. I Wednesday from 10:00 a.m.
This call for Committee to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, Fri- that the gate was broken and Officers, and the guards. They
members extends fully to our myself started my first period traffic was slowed while they exhibit a great attitude. Resi-
of UCO service due to my day and Saturday from 10:00
seasonal residents, the era of a.m. to 5:00 p.m. All Village repaired the gate. dents have called to give me a
disenfranchising 50% of our being appointed to the Execu- You can buy one $13.00 pass guard’s name and tell me the
tive Board by President Bob residents, including seasonal
unit owners is over! Those residents, are eligible for a free (per person for 12 months) for good things a guard has done.
who have applied before and Marshall. So, I will indeed a family member so that they I even get calls just telling
seek prospective thinkers to library card with proper I.D.
have been arbitrarily rejected, Visit the library today! only need to show the guard me how nice “the young lady
please try again. come to UCO service in an their driver’s license and they (or man)” was to greet them
important position. April Programs:
UCO Office Services • Thu, April 1, 2:30 p.m.: can enter the Village. One of when they enter. This informa-
My Administration will Better Communication and the last things done is that tion I turn over to the Weiser
Finances Beginning Computers
deconstruct and rebuild the • Mon, April 5, 6:00 p.m.: there is an approved method Company and they frequently
operation of the UCO of- Finally, at least for this ar- for a building (Condo Associa- honor their employee.
ticle, is the matter of how I in- Creole Computer Class
fice; we will work to provide • Tue, April 6, 6:30 p.m.: tion), allowing them limited Thanks for being there
Transponders on-demand. Do tend to communicate with you, use of a cell phone as a call with us. o
our unit owners. There are four Read Together Book Dis-
you need a copy of the UCO cussion
Reporter, just ask. We will channels of communication
that I consider critical; they are • Wed, April 7, 2:30 p.m.: in residence.
look at a “one stop shopping”
The UCO Reporter, Channel Movie (114 min, Not Rated) * The Big Cell • Notification must be given
approach to all forms of passes
and ID cards; wherein we 63, the unofficial Internet Site • Thu, April 8, 2:30 p.m.: E- Phone Question to every Unit Owner (best
known as the Century Village mail Basics is in writing) advising of
will work with WPRF, Inc. to
BLOG, and the channel con- • Mon, April 12, 6:00 p.m.: Resolved this vote and new policy.
achieve issuance of all passes Creole Computer Class by E. Brown per UCO Office
and IDs and even Transpon- necting UCO to WPRF, Inc. Residents must also be
• Tue, April 13, 2:30 p.m.: The procedure approved at
ders in one place. The matter My philosophy is to provide advised that the first viola-
Beginning MS Word the last Security Meeting for
of any rudeness in UCO will ever expanding transparency; tion of this procedure will
• Wed, April 14, 3:30 p.m.: Call-In System Cell Phones
be examined; but remember, as regards Activities, Projects be cause to remove that cell
Family Origami is that each Association may
pleasant interaction is a two and most importantly the ex- phone number, used for
• Thu, April 15, 2:30 p.m.: take action as follows:
way street. Buildings that wish penditure of unit owner funds. call-in for the unit, from the
Mousing Around S.O.P. for Use of Cell
to enable cellular phone call in UCO is a key component in Security list.
• Fri, April 16, 10:30 a.m.: Phones to Call-In System
of guests will be encouraged to the advisory governance of the A letter must be written to
Read Together Book Dis- January 2010
do so without a lot of adminis- small city known as Century UCO confirming that these
cussion Considering the fact that the
trative filtering. My intention Village, West Palm Beach. things have been accom-
• Wed, April 21, 2:30 p.m.: Associations are responsible
is that UCO says yes as often The aggregate cash flow of plished. The letter must be
Movie (124 min, Rated G) for their guest policy, UCO
as possible in support of our UCO operations and WPRF, signed by two Board Officers
• Thu, April 22, 2:30 p.m.: has established the following
residents needs. Inc., another key component, and the Association Seal must
Browser Basics procedures necessary to allow
Executive Board exceeds $15 million yearly. be affixed.
• Wed, April 28, 2:30 p.m.: Cell Phone use when calling in
During my campaign, I I shall ensure that every unit Please bring this letter with
Movie (103 min, Rated their guests.
stated that I would not use my owner, who so desires will be a copy of the Minutes of the
PG-13) o • There must be a meeting
eight statutory appointments “in the loop” as to how these above referenced meeting to
of the Association Board at
to the Executive Board; be- funds are allocated. UCO to have your Association
which a Quorum is present.
&&
cause I felt it was in essence I look forward to hearing listed as a Cell Phone Use As-
• There must be a majority
packing the Board with “yes from you, as regards how we sociation. o
vote taken to allow Cell
persons.” I now realize that might do better and what ideas
this was a mistake because, the you may have to make it so! o
Phone use to call in guests
only when the residents are ( ( (
Page 4 THE UCO REPORTER April 2010
If It’s Wednesday,
It Must Be Bingo;
From the Desk of If It’s Bingo, From the Desk of
Vice President It Must Be Vice President
Bob Marshall Wednesday Sal Bummolo
By Isabelle Scherel
The season is here and
there are about 50 people
waiting for the bingo volun-
Hurrah!! The election is Please document your cre- teers to start selling bingo I would like to take this integrity and honesty this posi-
over as I write this and by dentials and send them to the packages. By the time 6:45 opportunity to thank all of the tion requires.
the time you read it the Lun- Office. As I write this, I’m not rolls around, there are at least delegates who voted for me. Remember, my office door
cheon will be history and the sure what individual this data 200 Villagers on their way It gives me great pleasure to is open for you. If you need
new group of officers will be should be directed to, so send into the Party Room, going see how people feel about me any help, feel free to come in
hard at work. hopefully mak- or bring this data to me and I’ll to their favorite tables wait- becoming one of your next and see me.
ing UCO a friendlier place to find the proper custodian. ing for 7:00 p.m. when play Vice Presidents. I have served Again, I want to thank you
transact business. The Bylaws mandate that begins for the evening. two previous times as a VP and for allowing me the pleasure to
As time goes on you will most committee assignments Bingo Chairperson is Isa- have the experience to fulfill serve as a Vice President of the
hopefully find modifications terminate at the Installation belle Scherel and her large this position with the upmost United Civic Organization. o
of procedures in several areas Luncheon. devoted group of volunteers:
and hopefully these modifi- Some of the committee Babe Bernstein, Irene Bon-
cations will make life in the chairs assignments will hap- cors, Sydell Bushairen, Phyl- Call for Talent and Experience
Village more welcoming. pen fairly quickly as will as- lis DeFeo, Cynthia Kronish, By David Israel
I hope to see changes in signments to those committees Sandy Levine, Maria Levy, Hi all,
several areas but will not name so submit your requests for Ron Massa (a caller), Marilyn As you may know, the Bylaws of UCO assign the re-
the areas for now as these assignments soon. Perroni, Flo Pires, Nita Robin- sponsibility of appointing Committee chairs, and indeed
changes must be agreed upon The financial condition son and Elaine Stromfield. populating the committees, to the President of UCO.
by the Officers and any pre- within the Village has not im- Our bingo players are most It is the intent of my Administration to assign such chairs
announcement should not be proved. If you are still having loyal and we thank them. Our based on experience and talent.
done. a problem with collections, volunteers are exceptional To start, I herewith call for brief resumes of any unit
I request that any time any- please come into the office and people and we thank them. owner who has practical work experience, and is willing to
one is not treated respectfully I’ll try to help. Come and join us, win some volunteer, in the following fields:
that that person see and talk Some of the Seasonal Resi- money, and most of all, have • Computer Operations, programming, software design,
with an officer or come to the dents will be leaving us soon a good time on Wednesday, it computer repair, Information Technology.
office and ask to see me. and I’d like to wish them well is bingo, and if it’s bingo, it’s • Insurance Operations, Agent, Underwriting, Claims ad-
When available I’ll be hap- on their trip to wherever that Wednesday. o justment.
py to try to find a good solution journey may take them. I’m • Newspaper Operations, Reporter, Investigative Reporter,
to your situation. sorry that this winter season Business management, Compositing and layout, Fact
I believe we will need sev- was so cold but at least there IMPORTANT checking.
• Television Operations, in front of or behind the camera.
eral volunteers in addition to was no snow to shovel. Have
the volunteers now serving. a good trip and hurry back. o NOTICE • Small town Operations and Management; Engineers,
Infrastructure, Planning; and Government.
President David Is-
• Receptionist and Customer relations.
Contact UCO rael held his first meet- • Background Investigations; Criminal and Credit.
ing with his officers on • Information research.
The names of the new of- 7th Year Running This Trip
with music and song. The
ficers and Executive Board
dance floor was crowded with Call:
can be seen in the adjacent
guests dancing throughout the
Claire (561) 637-3922
column. Stu (561) 715-1276
afternoon. o
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April 2010 THE UCO REPORTER Page 5
Above: Outgoing Recording Secretary Betty Lapidus Above: President Israel poses with the Above: The United Civic Organization Executive Board is
is honored for her 27 years of service. city’s Mayor, Lois Frankel. sworn into office.
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OFFICERS
enjoy their “Golden Years” in there will be times when you
Florida. Your sales brochure let you know your rights.
those many years ago gave a We just had an election may be right. You might then
2102 West Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33417 glowing picture of the lifestyle for UCO positions. My As- want to get involved with the
UCO Office: Tel 561-683-9189 • Fax 561-683-9904 that would be available for all sociation Kent G didn’t have governing of our community.
Office Hours: Mon-Thu 9am-1pm • Fri 12 noon-4pm residents. a meeting so each unit owner If not, that’s OK, you will still
President: David Israel One of the greatest ameni- can have a voice in this elec- be entitled to your opinion.
ties offered was an 18 hole tion; the board took it upon With respect to unlawful
Vice Presidents: Sal Bummolo, Frank Cornish,
Executive Golf Course. Over themselves to vote for whom- acts, we should await to see if
Bob Marshall there is any official inquiry and
the years it was a gem of a ever they wanted!
Treasurer: Dorothy Tetro
course and one of the most I called Chapter #718 possible determination. Having
Corresponding Secretary: Avis Blank
popular. Things don’t always Florida Statues, The Condo- said this, I add that any resident
Recording Secretary: Rhea Cohen
remain as one would like. Af- minium Act in Tallahassee, or group of residents seeking
Community Assn. Mgr.: Rodger Carver
ter several years the ownership Phone 1-800-226-9101. Con- official inquiry is always free
Administrative Assistant: Mary Patrick Benton
of the course has changed for firmation #2-6001-7353 if to do so, if so minded.
Office Manager: Mary Patrick Benton you would like to call them to George R. Pittell
various reasons. Now the pres-
UCO-Business Coordinator: Edie Levine confirm!
ent owner, Andrew Waldman
Office Assistants: Sandy Levine, Maria Levy,
(Fairways LLC), after years If you have the #718 book, The King of Blog
Florence Pires, Isabelle Scherel, Irv Small, check out page 96 (718-501) au- Has Won
of neglect to the golf course,
Joyce Weberman, Marcia Ziccardy thority, responsibility and duties!!! Congratulations to David
has closed it and is trying to
Receptionists: Sidele Bushaikin, Rhea
plan a housing development Burt Artzt Israel; he won the election for
Cohen, Sonia Goldberg, Natalie Hauptman, Claudette on that property. At the Del- UCO President by (2) votes.
LaBonte, Beverly Lyne, Marie Oliver, Ron Massa egate Assembly and presenta- Cell Phone Use He now has the mandate to
Executive Board tions given by the Pro-Active
Committee, the residents of
In his Security report at continue his vicious campaign
the last delegate meeting, Al for freedom of speech and he
David Bernstein Syd Kronish McLaughlin said a procedure wants to use the UCO Re-
Century Village have over-
Randall Borchardt Claudette LaBonte was “approved to enable build- porter to do this.
whelmingly shown their op-
Carol Castro Haskell Morin ings to allow some cell phone Mr. Israel believes freedom
position to this idea. Since
Sandy Cohen Honey Sager 2005 a Pro-Active Committee use.” I would like to know of speech is a God given right
Barbara Cornish Joe Saponaro of Century Village has been more and I hope he or someone and shall be accorded to all
George Franklin Howie Silver able to keep this developer at else could enlarge on this. individuals. Shall I accept this
Roberta Fromkin Myron Silverman bay. However, we are looking Sy Lutto belief and take the attitude that
Louise Gerson Ted Silverman for ways to redevelop a golf Editor: See page 3*. I can write Dirty Little Lies
Dom Guarnagia Lori Torres course on this property and not about David Israel and this
Jackie Karlan Jeanette Veglia allow a housing development.
A Matter of Opinion would be acceptable? Under
As anyone who knows me, this new freedom of speech
The United Civic Organization Reporter is published Obviously this would be
and how I have supported the dictum are Mr. Israel and his
monthly without charge to the residents of Century Village, advantageous to the current
West Palm Beach, FL. position of the U.S. Govern- cohorts going to check our
residents and to you Mr. Levy.
The United Civic Organization, aka UCO, is a Mutual Ben- ment on every war our nation credit reports and criminal
efit Organization. Its officers, directors, editors, staff, and any
It will bring the value of our
has been engaged in (or may records and create a monthly
committee people are not responsible for typographical errors units up and will hopefully
soon become engaged in), I report for his newly created
or misrepresentations in any advertisements or articles. They fill the empty units that are
are not responsible and assume no liability for the content of, now state my opposition to “David Israel Blog” and put all
plaguing our village. At an
or any opinions expressed in, any contributed articles which the war declared in the March this information in his column
represent the author’s own opinions are not necessarily the Executive Board meeting sev-
UCO Reporter. headed “Freedom of Speech”?
opinion of UCO. Acceptance of advertising for products or eral months ago you asked us
services in no way constitutes an official endorsement of At the Chatham Federation
to assist you in marketing the
the product or service. meeting on 2/20/10, Dave Is- Continued on Page 38
April 2010 THE UCO REPORTER Page 7
A Special Guest
By John Saponaro
Abraham Moskowitz is not
Your Theater only one of the Centenarians CERT:
of Century Village, he is the Community Emergency
Claudette oldest living citizen of Palm Response Team
LaBonte Beach County. It is in that lat- Jackie Karlan
ter capacity that I interviewed
him for this article.
As a Centenarian, Abraham
is 102 years old; he will be 103
Can you believe another • Sat., April 17, 8:00 p.m.: this coming July. He was born On February 15, 2010, Phil Levenstein, Govern-
season is over? However, 07/07/07. CERT cosponsored a free ment operational consultant
Man of Many Faces
our entertainment continues. • Sat., April 24, 8:00 p.m.: Before coming to our Vil- H1N1 swine flu vaccine health in charge of health prepared-
Much thought is expended in lage, he was a corrections clinic with the Palm Beach ness, presented a workshop
Richard Williams
the selection by Abby Koffler, As usual, our “Saturday officer in a federal prison. Health Department. It was a on March 15, “Mass Antibi-
our entertainment “guru” so I Night Dances” at 7:00 p.m. Since coming to CV, he huge success; 108 residents otic Dispensing in Case of an
hope to continue seeing you off will continue with music pro- worked for the Palm Beach received free H1N1 flu shots. Emergency.” A “POD” housing
season or our northern friends vided by Debby Massey, Bill County Sheriff’s Office; he Many thanks to my CERT these medications will be on
through the month of April. was its first volunteer. committee: George Loewen- site during an emergency. (My
DeRenzo, Ruth Davis and
• Sat., April 3, 8:00 p.m.: Mike Henry. You certainly He and his lovely wife were stein, Ed Black, Marcia Zic- next article will include more
Cavendish Presents married 65 years; it would cardy, Lori Torres, Dorothy information on this issue.)
cannot go wrong with any of
• Sat., April 10, 8:00 p.m.: these entertainers. have been longer, but she Breier, Carol Messina, Rhea Volunteers are needed to
Jimmy Chapel passed on January 17, 1995. Cohen, Claudette LaBon- help in an emergency. If in-
See you at the Theatre. o
Abraham concluded the te, Maria Levy and Eleanor terested, please call me at
interview with one last quote: Schwartz. 478-8679. o
April Meetings “I’m glad to see so many
young folks here.”
Thanks to Ted Silver-
Date Time Group Location man and Lori Torres of the
Community Relations Com- UCO Installation Luncheon
4/1/10 10:00 am Officers UCO Office mittee for arranging this UCO thanks the following supporters of the UCO Luncheon
interview. Abraham was and Installation, which was held on Sunday, March 14, 2010:
4/2/10 Closed Good Friday UCO Office among other Centenarians as
invitees of the Committee at • Comcast • Rod Tennyson
• Weiser Security • WPRF
the Installation. o
4/5/10 1:30 pm Executive Board Room B •
•
Seacrest Services
Plastridge Insurance
•
•
First Advantage Investigations
Lake Worth Herald Press
• Medics Ambulance Service • CSI: Converged Services Inc.
4/9/10 9:30 am Delegate Assembly Theater How Do You
• Jarriel Lawn Service • Century Medical Center
Lady Buyer
“What do most people do
on a date? Dates are for hav-
ing fun, and people should will pay the best prices for your antiques —
use them to get to know each sets of china — costume jewelry — real jew-
other. Even boys have some-
elry — sterling — figurines — colored glass
thing to say if you listen long
enough.” Lynnette, age 8 — paintings — perfume bottles — men’s old
“When is it okay to kiss watches — old evening purses — prints —
someone? When they’re rich.” sconces — pairs of lamps
Pam, age 7
“The law says you have Call 561-865-2009
• Allen • Leno to be eighteen, so I wouldn’t
• Aykroyd • Lewis want to mess with that.” Curt,
• Barr • Little age 7
•
•
•
Belushi
Berle
Bruce
•
•
•
Lopez
Martin
Murphy
“Is it better to be single or
married? It’s better for girls
to be single but not for boys.
Condo for Sale
• Carey • Murray Boys need someone to clean Biggest 1 bedroom, 1½ bath in Prestigeous Oxford
• Carson • Romano up after them.” Anita, age 9 Colony. Size of a 2 bedroom. Ground floor. All
• Chase • Russell “How would the world be upgrades: Designer Kitchen and Baths, W&D in unit,
• DeGeneres • Sales different if people didn’t get newer AC and Water Heater, 18" x 18" Custom Tiles,
• Goldberg • Seinfeld married? There sure would all Maytag appliances. Must see...
• Gottfried • Stiller be a lot of kids to explain, Call Joyce (Owner-Realtor)
• Kaplan • Tomlin wouldn’t there?” Kelvin, age 8
• Klein • Wright From the Internet 561-478-0504 t 954-540-5475
Answers on Page 20
Page 8 THE UCO REPORTER April 2010
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Congratulations to all of change is received and how it came law on February 22, CALL DEBBIE @ 561.502.2939
the newly-elected officers and improves the parking issues, 2010. Among many sweeping
members of the Executive the Committee will then de- changes, it protects young
adults from digging them-
Board of UCO. I trust that I cide whether or not to continue
selves into debt. According to
Stressed • Depressed • In Pain
will continue to have the same this policy year-round. So if
good working relationship you like to dance, please join a recent Sallie Mae study, the Chills, Fever, Sore Throat, Nasal
with those who sit on the Op- us on Sunday nights and let us average college student gradu- Congestion, Body Aches, Sciatica,
know whether or not you like ates with over $3,000 owed to
erations Committee as I have
this change. credit card companies. Some Head, Neck, Shoulder, Back, Feet Aches
in the past, and together we
will accomplish much good The renovations to the Hast- fs for college-age consumers Frances Post, lac, lmt
for the residents who enjoy the ings resistance pool took much to consider: Acupuncture Physician
WPRF facilities. longer to complete than origi- • Many young adults will Cold Laser Therapy, Massage
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other “season” is coming to a know that when that pool is as card issuers and lenders
HOUSE CALLS • 561-632-0098
close. Judging from the com- reopened, all who use it will be must impose stricter rules
ments I have received from so pleased. Not only will the pool which require proof of in-
Frank Faline
many, you have been pleased meet all Code requirements for come or savings.
with the entertainment offered the drain system, but we have • If a person under 21 wants a
this year — the shows have taken advantage of the down- credit card it will be neces-
been widely praised, and com- time to make additional needed sary to obtain a co-signer HANDYMAN
ments such as “outstanding” repairs and improvements. older than 21 or prove an in-
Windows, Screens, Springs Repaired, Lock, Bulb,
and “this year’s shows were New pool chairs, lounges, dependent means of income.
• Certain elements of the law Filters, Toilet Seats Replaced, Wall Paper Removed,
the best ever” have been re- tables and umbrellas have
peated to me over and over. I all been delivered and put in will make credit more dif- Porch Clean Up
would like to personally thank place. From the comments I ficult to acquire and could No Job Too Big or Too Small
561-319-1012
Abby Koffler, WPRF’s enter- have been receiving, WPRF push some to consider pay-
tainment director, for such a and the Operations Commit- day lenders or pawn shops.
wonderful lineup of shows. tee made a wise decision in Instead, establish a check-
On a trial basis, the Opera- the type and appearance of ing or savings account.
tions Committee has decided this furniture. We hope that Although not reported to
to move the Saturday night it will provide many years of credit bureaus, account CLUBHOUSE MOVIES
dances to Sunday nights for beautiful use. Our plan is to histories can be used by LOVE HAPPENS (PG-13 • 109 min)
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the summer months of April complete all remaining areas lenders to help determine a Sometimes when you least expect it...about a widower whose
through October. This deci- with new chairs and lounges person’s credit risk. book about coping with loss turns him into a best-selling
sion was made in an attempt in next year’s budget (Kent, For details about the new book guru. On a business trip to Seattle, he falls for a woman
who attends one of his seminars, only to learn he hasn’t yet
to alleviate some of the traffic Camden and Dorchester) but CARD Act, visit http:// truly confronted his wife’s passing.
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Say You Saw It in the UCO Reporter Renée Zellweger, Kevin Bacon, Chris Noth
An almost perfect portrait of a family comedy set in the
It’s good for business — theirs and ours! Support your village — 50s. A self-absorbed woman leaves her philandering band-
leader husband and takes her two teen-aged sons across the
the condo community and outside the gates! country, searching for a new husband whose worthy-and-
capable-of supporting her and her family. In their sometimes
comedic, sometimes poignant cross-country adventure, they
find new levels of self-reliance as they pull together as a
family and overcome the unexpected pitfalls of the road.
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H o u r s :
Stamps in
the News Monday thru
Syd Kronish Thursday,
9:00 am-1:00
pm; Friday,
always played the western
12:00 noon-
Back in the day (20th Centu-
ry, that is), when movie mati- hero with strong values.
4:00 pm.
nees were a must for young Born as Leonard Sly in
boys, it was the cowboy heroes Cincinnati, Ohio, but moved
The UCO
who were tops in popularity. in his early years to southern
As tribute to four extra- California. He signed a con-
ordinary s, who helped make
the American West a favorite
tract with Republic Studios
in 1938 when he changed his O f f i c e
for all ages, the U.S. Postal
Service is issuing a quartet of
name to Roy Rogers.
His horse Trigger and side- Address:
stamps entitled “Cowboys of
the Silver Screen.”
kicks George (Gabby) Hays
joined with his wife Dale Evans in
2102 West
These film stars from select
eras through the singing eras
most of his films and TV shows.
He died at his ranch in California
Drive, West
are William S. Hart, Tom Mix, on July 6, 1998 at age 86.
Palm Beach,
Gene Autry and Roy Rogers.
William S. Hart (1864-
1944) was the first on that
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Florida 33417 ((((((
list of cowboys. His powerful
performances to every western
film were exciting. He became
one of the most popular lead-
ing men in the days of silent
film. He frequently played the
stalwart, tough cowboy. His fa-
vorite horse was named Fritz.
He was born December 6,
1864 in Newburgh, NY, but
spent most of his youth in the
Dakotas. He died on January
23, 1946. He made 60 films Primary Care Services in Century Village
during his career.
Tom Mix (1880-1940) was
one of the most celebrated film
stars of the 1920s. He wowed
audiences with his daredevil
riding, expert rope handling
and rugged good looks. He
rode “Tony the wonder horse,”
who also became a celebrity.
He made his movie debut
in 1909 in a bronco-buster
Real Life in the Great South-
west. He made more than 800
action-packed films. He died
in a car accident on October
12, 1940.
Henry A. Katz, MD Vivian Carta-Sanchez, ARNP
Gene Autry (1907-1998)
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personality. Fans also loved
his horse Champion.
Autry fans include those
who enjoyed his hit records,
long-running radio show and
a successful TV series. He re-
corded over 600 songs includ-
ing his favorite “Back in the LOCATED INSIDE CENTURY VILLAGE
Saddle Again” and “Rudolph,
the Red Nosed Reindeer.” He
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at the age of 91. Good Samaritan Medical Center’s Diagnostic Center
Roy Rogers 1911-1998 was
a silver screen cowboy who Hospital Affiliations: Good Samaritan Medical Center, St. Mary’s Medical Center, Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
sang his way to stardom. He
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Day of Dance
Century Medical Care Cen-
ter and Good Samaritan Medi-
The Reader’s
Corner
cal Center brought Day of Recipes
Dance “Dance Your Health
Lenore Velcoff Avis Blank
Out” to Century Village on
February 16.
With their dancing shoes
The Humbling by Philip
on more than 500 residents of
while. But he gives a hostile What a difference a month d’oeuvres or together with a
Roth is something different. and unflattering portrait of Century Village attended one salad, beverage and dessert to
makes. Mother nature can be
Though only 140 pages long, lesbians that left an unpleasant of 68 Day of Dance events depended upon to set mat- make a light lunch or dinner.
this novel or novella by one taste in my mouth. held across U.S. cities, men, ters right. Because of last The following recipe con-
of America’s greatest living There is one main character women, and children danced month’s lingering, freezing, tains egg yolks. I have a recipe
authors, is like most of his in this book, a lonely man. temperatures, the majority for No-Yolk Deviled Eggs
together in an effort to cel-
recent work, about fame, sex, Roth tells us of his quiet trag- of Florida’s vegetation lost and Spinach Deviled Eggs if
aging and death. edy and the sad consequences ebrate community, dance, anyone is interested.
leaves and blooms. Today,
This is the story of Simon of his aging. Unfortunately, and good health. Residents they are sporting new dresses Deviled Eggs (serves one)
Axler, who is growing older age does not bring wisdom were treated to good music, of green, thanks to moth- Ingredients
and is faced with his loss of to Axler, and jealously and dance demonstrations, free er nature. Sooner or later, • 1 hard-boiled egg
spontaneity and his inability betrayal are inevitable. she always comes through • 1 teaspoon pimentos
health screenings, and health
to act. Roth deals with the ’s Now in his mid-70s, Roth for us. (Note: My begonias • ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
breakdown, his stint in a men- may be waiting for another
information. Professional • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
were untouched by the cold
tal institution and then his big masterpiece to come into dancers from Fred Astaire weather and kept blooming • ¼ teaspoon pepper
affair with a much younger his mind. But he never stops Dance Studio performed and profusely.) • paprika (sprinkle)
lesbian in his typical manner. working and he has already gave lessons, along with Cen- This month, Passover and Preparation
Though he is a wizard at lan- written another book about • Cut egg lengthwise and
tury Village’s own dancing Easter coincide and tradition-
guage and a master of tragic death. The Humbling is not a ally, new clothes are the order remove yolk.
pleasure, the author shares great deal of fun to read, but
residents, Elly Hamburg and • Mix yolk, pimentos, dry
of the day. Special delicacies
with us, as he does in Every- it will linger. It may be the Marilyn Bloom. Cabot Cheese are enjoyed by young and old. mustard, mayonnaise and
man and Exit Ghost his preoc- most entertaining depressing gave out samples of cheese Lots of eggs are used during pepper.
cupation with sorrow, illness book you will read this year. and even the daVinci* surgical these two holidays. Delicious • Place mixture inside egg
and the loneliness of old age. At 76, having written his 30th whites in equal parts.
robot (minimally invasive op- deviled eggs are easy to pre-
The sex in this book is as book and his seventh novel pare and can be served as hors • Sprinkle eggs with paprika. o
blatant as you’d expect from this decade, Roth still has the
tion for complex surgical pro-
Roth and some of the raun- ability to astonish and enrage cedures) made an appearance Calling All “Snowbirds”
chiest he has written in a long his readers. o and gave demonstrations. o Keep up to date on all the doings in the Village.
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Petanque
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Continued from Page 20 help newcomers catch the for guests, make reservations all to share. Prizes were to be Tennis Center Director Tom
Kasven, will have us kicking wind. She’s on duty Tuesday by calling Kate Odoardo at raffled off and music provided Speerin for maintaining our
up our heels. through Friday from 11 a.m. to 561-478-9921 before Monday, by a DJ. courts and running our Club
The social highlight of the 5 p.m. and on Saturday from 9 March 15. Our two tennis teams com- tournaments. Those wishing
season was our very well at- a.m. to 1 p.m. Certified sailors Our meetings are the third peting in the Palm Beach to join in should contact Tom
tended American Bandstand may get the equipment storage Friday of the month at the Club- County Senior Doubles during weekday mornings and
sock-hop on Sunday, March key from the Clubhouse office house at 10 a.m. Come join the League are nearing the end he will arrange to pair you up
14 from 6 to 10 p.m. in the to sail at any other time using fun. For additional information, of this season. As of the sub- with others at your level of
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singers Bunni and Bruce Gelb- Yes, we did it. The weather Activities at our Somerset BallenIsles which is battling
modified the way Channel 63
man of Coney Island Baby held out for us and on Febru- Tennis Center are in “full with PGA for first place. Our
Division 6 Team, co-captained
displays all information.
furnished live music which ary 2, 14 people left for Crystal swing” this month with more
by Bob Kaufman and Sid Ein- We are currently running
had us all rocking and rolling. River. The long drive was defi- than 100 paid up members. A
Our cheerleaders performed recently held “round robin” binder, is in third place with all information within a 25
nitely worth it. Watching my
four routines choreographed mix doubles tournament was one match left and just 12 minute schedule that repeats
son’s face as he interacted with
by Leader Gail Fei, including the large Manatee was a thrill enjoyed by a few dozen play- points behind the first place all day.
“Come Go With Me,” “Rock for me. He gently scratched ers. In the final match of team, Ocean Trails. They have This includes the Village
Around the Clock,” hand jive, the mammals back when sud- the day, Cindy Maxwell and made a very good showing Report, The Happenings, All
and the stroll. Ron Helms and denly it turned over wanting its Jacques Lagueux defeated this year in their first League Classes available currently, all
Theo Martzoukos contributed belly rubbed, which of course the team of Michel Denis and appearance. In order to honor Clubs/Organizations, UCO
a comedic skit followed by my son accommodated. It was Lucyne Lagueux to take top our top team for winning their meetings and all public service
Michael Pierno’s karaoke the first time for most of the honors. Certificates and cans Division Championship last announcements.
rendition of “Angel Baby” and snorkelers to be in the water of tennis balls were presented year, a banner was recently Please take time to view
Chris Mohanty’s “Teenager in with the Manatees and it was to all the finalists. Also on our installed at our Tennis Center
this NEW approach and then
Love.” A fabulous time was thoroughly enjoyed by all. schedule are tournaments for for all to see.
give us your critique.
had by one and all! Thanks to Our snorkel trip near the both men and women’s dou- Congratulations to Jean Fly-
nn, Susan Maldonado, Rhoda All suggestions will be re-
Fina Cucalon for pulling it all Breakers Hotel is once again bles and the winners and other
together. Nadell and Valery Roszko, viewed and we hope to imple-
was planned for March 21. finalists will be announced
Our next Sail Club meet- in my next column. Another who played for the Riverwalk ment any new recommenda-
Our annual picnic is now
ing will be held on Friday, scheduled event is our annual “B” Senior Ladies Team. They tions that we receive from you.
planned for Friday, March 19
April 9 at 10 a.m. in the Club- at Ocean Reef Park on Singer Club Picnic held at Duck Is- represented Century Village Thanks for your participa-
house. All year long, our dock Island from 12 p.m. till 4 p.m. land. Along with a BBQ lunch, well placing second in their tion.
attendant/sailing instructor, for all members at a cost of the members were encouraged division. Your Channel 63 Team
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640-2990
Cute: In the meanwhile,
a new life; they came, they who have no health coverage. we anyway pay when illegal
settled, period. No legal bar- They won’t leave on their own immigrants go to emergency
riers, therefore, no illegal en- to go back to their country of rooms — the only way they
tries. Some were even shipped origin and the US cannot “es- indefinitely. There is another a substantial reduction, in the
can get medical assistance. aspect to this ever-growing number of additional illegal
here by the crown to get rid of cort” them there. We are talk- Come to think of it, we also
them. ing about fifteen million plus calamity: the further influx newcomers. One thing is sure:
pay for their kids’ education in of additional “illegal immi- the longer we procrastinate
When the United States people. Which means, we are our schools (after all, many of
came into being, the influx of stuck with them, or to put it in grants.” in firmly facing this problem
them are US citizens by birth). It seems to me that we could without attempting to solve it,
people increased, especially a more acceptable definition, I do not know whether there is
from Europe. Still, no certifi- we may as well accept them find a solution. What comes the harder it will get to find a
any solution which would be to mind is transferring U.S. solution — any solution. o
cates or Visas required. What as citizens of this country. agreeable to the majority of
I am trying to say with this Their children, if born on U.S. forces from the useless, un-
U.S. citizens on the left and on winnable war in Afghanistan
shortened version of a his- soil, are U.S. citizens by birth
R R
the right. I do know, however, and putting them along the
tory lesson is that great-great anyway. that a problem involving mil-
grandfathers of those among Also bear in mind that the porous borders, thus practi-
lions of human beings living cally putting an end, or at least
us who so adamantly, even legal Latino population in among us cannot be ignored
New stove, dishwasher on Camden E, for annual rent, Convenient location, walk
Classified Ads
way. Info: email dbgross@hot- unfurnished, 2 bedroom, 1½ to main Clubhouse. 1st floor,
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view, central air. Just remod- closed patio, furnished or un-
2 bedrm, 1 bathrm, beauti- eled, new kitchen counter tops, furnished. Yearly lease $550,
Classified ads are printed Oxford 500, 2nd fl, 2/2, new fully furnished, great location. new dishwasher & water heat- Short lease $800. Call (561)
on a space available basis. kitchen, baths & tile floors. Annual rent $650 monthly, er, walk-in shower, mirrored 536-8488
Ads should be submitted by Large enclosed patio with ac- Seasonal rent $1,100 monthly. closet doors and laminate
the seventh of the month in cess to patio from bedroom Option to purchase. Call 954- closet shelving, new carpets Monticello, NY, summer rent-
which they are to appear. and living room. Building is 218-2789 & vinyl. Must see, $700 per al 5/1/10-9/15/10 1BR unit
Articles must be resubmitted next to pool, large laundry month, Call 688-7979 Town & Country Resorts
every month if they are to be room and card room. Fur- Sheffield F, 1/1 ground flr, $4350. Email GRP102PINE@
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All Classified ads must be Fully furnished ceramic floors, ground floor unit, 2 bedroom, 9934 or 845-794-3263
on a full sheet of paper (8½ x For Rent updated. Annual: $565 mo. + 1 1/2 baths, near Haverhill
11). Scraps of paper will not util. Winter only $865 mo. + Gate. $695 monthly. Call Misc for Sale
be accepted. “Sign lease now for Novem- util. Call 734-994-4300 (561) 536-8488
All items submitted must ber” Ground floor, corner, 1 Sterling Silver. Selling out at
include name and address of BR, 1½ baths. Two blocks Seasonal Dec, Jan, Feb, & For rent for non-smoker. 1 wholesale prices, rings, brace-
contributor. Name and ad- from Clubhouse. Owner on Mar. 2 bdrms, 2 baths. Fully bedroom, 1 bath, ground floor lets, pendants, vintage and
dress will not be printed; this premises (561) 686-6854 furnished. Newly painted, apartment, furnished , near new. Please call 640-5443 o
is for our information. The Walk to Clubhouse, Walk to Haverhill Gate. Walk to Medi-
b
Classified ads are a service Berkshire 2/2 ground flr. Mod- Temple, private pool. Nice cal Bldg and Clubhouse. Year-
for UCO members only. ern furniture. $625/month neighbors, Nice view. By ly rent $525 per month. Short
annually or $4,000 for season. owner 516-659-1315 or 516- lease $700 per month. Info call
For Sale Has patio, central air/heat. 678-2791 817-313-3579
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Southampton C - 3F Enclosed Patio Excellent Price 16,900 Stratford C - 2/2 Furnished 750
Golf’s Edge 10 - Corner Furnished Near Pool 19,900
Windsor E - Cnrvw Excvw Near Pool 19,900 SEASONAL Andover M - 1/1½ 2F Corner Furnished 800
Coventry H - Corner Furnished 22,900
Coventry E - Corner with Central Air Part Furnished
Windsor O - Tile Floors New Bathroom Near Pool
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25,000
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Chatham A - Furnished Lakeview Near Pool 29,900
Wellington E - 2F Deluxe Apt Enclosed Patio 29,900
Sheffield M - All Renovated Furnished Corner 37,900
GROUND FLOOR 2 BED & 1½ BATH
Coventry G - Furnished 27,900
Chatham O - Tile Floors Unfurnished
Sussex M - Corner Furnished TIle Floors
Windsor N - Corner Laminated Floors Furnished
29,900
29,900
39,900
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Entertainment
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express that love so humbly! Swedish Nightingale, Anna
Set from 1900-1915, Tin- Held, has a lovely voice and a
types is a feel-good patriotic face to match.
romp with a really talented The show is not all fluff.
cast of five, plus six on-stage There are songs of poverty
musicians, terrific choreog- and loneliness, suggestions of
raphy by Josh Rhodes, solid racism and imperialism. Ms.
direction by J. Barry Lewis, Seitzman’s brief arguments
and a great catalogue of songs on behalf of anarchism — she
you almost forgot you ever debates the President(!) —
knew. The Jewish immigrant serves to remind us that all was
sings “Yankee Doodle Boy,” not fun-and-games in the years
and the company joins in with leading up to World War One.
“Ta-Ra-Ra-Boom-De-Ay,” “I On the other hand, when Ms.
Don’t Care,” “A Hot Time in Estridge belts out “Bill Bai-
The Old Town Tonight,” and ley” and the entire company
“Stars and Stripes Forever.” ends with the rousing songs
That’s just for openers! of the finale, “You’re A Grand
Howard Kaye as the im- Old Flag,” “Yankee Doodle
migrant Charlie (whose ac- Boy” and “Smiles,” you’ve
cent progressively disappears got to be grateful you’re living
as the show moves along) in the United States and hav-
is also very funny when he ing a great American time!
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Seasonal Condo • Dry foods should be dis- look at your condo every that your water tank is full From Rep. Pafford
carded or stored in tightly two weeks to be certain before you turn on electric- Continued from Page 24
Closing Checklist sealed containers. You do you have no roof leaks, ity. This prevents you from cial districts include the Indian
By Elaine Brown not need reminder to dis- flood, mildew, or any other accidentally burning out the Trail Improvement District
and Jim Hart card perishables. problems. heating elements inside the and the Lake Worth Drainage
A checklist for CV snow- • Open cupboard doors, clos- • Close main water valve, use tank. District.
birds and others. Keep your et doors, turn up cushions. best way for your area. Choose whatever tasks ap- House Bill 1167, Renal Dis-
condo clean and dry or mil- More air circulation helps • When you return next fall ply to you. The best thing is ease, would provide easier ac-
dew and insects will move in. prevent mildew. Some peo- the first thing you do is turn to return and find everything cess to dialysis to those living
• Notify the post office of ple like to use Damp Rid on your main water valve so in excellent condition. o with End Stage Renal Disease,
your change of address. but it may damage floors if a condition that is irreversible
Cancel newspapers. spilled. and fatal without chronic life-
• Notify your Association of-
ficials, make sure they have
• If you have a humidistat set H H H H H H H long dialysis treatment or a
the A/C to 75 degrees F and kidney transplant.
your northern contact info. side switch to “cool” and Visit the House of Repre
• Make sure your association “auto.” Set the humidistat sentatives’ website at www.
officials have a current key to 60%. (55% if your condo myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/
for your condo. If there was is on the ground floor or if Bills/bills.aspx to keep up
fire or water damage you you have had mildew prob- to date on all legislative ef
would want contact assis- lems in the past.) If you do f o r t s a n d h t t p : / / w w w.
tance. Note: President is not not have humidistat set the capitaldatelineonline.com/ for
your jack of all trades. A/C 78 degrees F and side legislative news and streamed
• Pour a half cup household switch to “cool” and “auto.” videos from Tallahassee. o
bleach down air conditioner • Turn off all breaker box
:
discharge tube or pipe under switches except for A/C.
air handler. This prevents • Hire a professional condo
algae forming and blocking checker or good friend to
the water discharge. There
are also tablets and AC Line
cleaner if you prefer.
• Vacuum! Remove and dis-
card dirt bag from vacuum.
• Empty refrigerator, turn off,
wash the inside, and prop
doors open so they cannot
close.
• After cleaning toilets, add a
half cup bleach, put plastic
wrap over the opening so
water does not evaporate.
Dry pipes can allow entry of
bugs and vermin. You may
also turn off toilet valves
and flush toilet once to
leave as little tank water as
Dr. Brian Braumiller – Psychiatrist
possible in case of tank seal
leak. Put stoppers in drains.
• Run dishwasher one full DR. BRAUMILLER SPECIALIZES
cycle with no dishes but IN THE TREATMENT OF:
with 1 cup white vinegar.
This helps prevent mineral
deposits and rubber parts
• Geriatrics
drying out. • Depression
• Bring in loose items from
patio — hurricane drill. • Anxiety
• Remove batteries from TV
remotes and clocks — they • Mental Retardation
can corrode and damage the
remote. • Bereavement
• Replace the battery in your
smoke alarm twice/year, on
leaving and on returning.
Other residents do not want Walk-ins welcome or call for appointment • M–F 8am-5pm • Se habla español
to hear everlasting chirp,
561-697-3131
chirp when it dies.
• Check sliding door is locked
and has bar. Lock windows,
close jalousies tightly. Ad-
just shades and verticals to
keep out sun fade and heat.
• Pour a half cup of cooking LOCATED INSIDE CENTURY VILLAGE
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the summer.
• Unplug all appliances, Free shuttle transportation to Century Medical Care Center and also to
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clocks. This prevents dam-
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A reservation is required for gregation Anshei Sholom there are limited tickets. That
Organization News the Israeli type breakfast and will hold a theater party on may be made by calling Nita at
Please note!!! DO NOT Each evening will have a can be made by calling the Wednesday, May 5th. They 688-2787 or Rae at 478-3221.
resubmit dates for events full course dinner in addition Temple office at 684-3212 any will be going to the play “Burn
already appearing in Orga- to a traditional Seder. weekday morning. the Floor” at the Kravis Cen- CONGREGATION
nization News unless there Reservations must be made ter. The afternoon will also ANSHEI SHALOM
is a correction. SISTERHOOD OF include a lunch. The attendees Sisterhood Mini Lunch &
by March 22nd, by calling the CONGREGATION will car pool at 2:00 PM from Meeting 4-20-10
Temple office any weekday ANSHEI SHOLOM the Temple.
AMIT WOMEN mornings at 684-3212, The Sisterhood of Con- Reservations are required as Continued on Page 37
CHAPTER
Meets every 2nd Tuesday MENS CLUB TO HOLD
w/collection at 12 noon and BREAKFAST At Century Village
meeting at 1:00 PM at Aitz The Men’s Club of Con-
Chaim. gregational Anshei Sholom John H. Merey, M.D., P.A.
will hold a breakfast and
BABY BOOMERS CLUB movie showing on Sunday, Ophthalmology/Diseases
Thanks to Boomer mem- March 21st at 10:00 AM at of the Eyes
bers working diligently be- the temple located at 5348
hind scenes, we have enjoyed Grove St.. The movie is an Accepts Medicare
some terrific activities so far Israeli comedy “Ushpizin” is
this season with many more in English. A couple are given
and Most Insurances
to come. We are looking for a sum of money to prepare for 5405 Okeechobee Blvd. Ste. 302B
more members to volunteer the Jewish holiday of Succoth
to arrange an activity for the and end up hosting two unan- West Palm Beach, FL 33417
group to enjoy. It could be as nounced guests. It shows how (Midtown Imaging Building)
simple as a bring your own the couple must deal with their
food and drink picnic or as visitors while upholding their Call 686-8202
elaborate as a guided tour faith.
and lunch in some marvelous
venue.
Our group includes those
who remember iconic TV R O B O T I C S U R G E R Y:
prog rams, movies, music,
dances and events of the 1950s
and ’60s. We aim to share
Less pain. Faster recovery.
those memories and form
new friendships as we ming
le at various Baby Boom
er activities. If you are a
Boomer or are on the cusp of
Boomership, please join us. Get back to your life, faster.
For information, email Lynn
at lynnsevan@aol.com.
Aspirin and kidney failure, bleeding in the can lead to fever, blood clots, provided in the emergency Daily aspirin may be pre-
brain and some kinds of stroke, swelling or pain. When taken department, it has shown scribed after the physician
Heart Attack as well as nausea, vomiting on a daily basis, aspirin has to significantly improve the evaluates the patient’s medi-
Since aspirin was intro- and heartburn. Consequently, shown to lower the risk of chances of survival. Aspirin cal history, allergies, potential
duced as a treatment to relieve aspirin therapy should not heart attack, strokes caused should not be taken during a benefits and risks, and the
symptoms of rheumatism in begin before first consulting a by blood clots and other blood stroke because not all strokes use of other medicines (both
the late 1800s, it has advanced physician. flow problems. Aspirin itself are caused by blood clots. If a prescription and over-the-
from being not only a pain re- Aspirin works by halting will not treat a heart attack. stroke is caused by a ruptured counter), vitamins and herbals.
liever but also a life saver. In the body’s production of cer- However, when taken in con- blood vessel, taking an aspirin Not everyone is a candidate
1948 a California doctor who tain natural substances that junction with other treatments could make the stroke worse. Continued on Page 35
had been prescribing aspirin
to 400 of his patients started
recommending “an aspirin a
day” after he noticed that they
had not suffered a heart attack.
Forty years later, the Food and
Drug Administration (FDA)
proposed the use of aspirin
to reduce the risk of recurrent
heart attacks and prevent heart
attacks in patients with angina
(chest pain).
Daily aspirin use has shown
to benefit people with heart
or blood vessel disease, and
those with poor blood flow
to the brain. However, ev-
ery prescription and over-
the-counter medication also
has risks which must be out-
weighed by the advantages
gained through ongoing use.
People who take aspirin should
not take ibuprofen without
first consulting their physi-
cian. The FDA warns people
not to drink alcohol if they
take aspirin regularly. Side
effects associated with aspirin
use include stomach bleeding,
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ANDOVER H - STUNNING! LOTS OF LIGHT, RENTABLE, GARDEN VIEW $29,000 CHATHAM K - UNFURNISHED, RENTABLE, VERY NICE AREA, LAKE VIEW $13,000
CAMDEN H - FURNISHED, CARPET, TLC RENTABLE, $15,000 BEDFORD H - FURNISHED, WATERVIEW, CARPET, EAST $14,900
KENT H - FURNISHED, CARPET, NEWER APPL, A/C & GORGEOUS, RENTABLE $39,000 UPPER FLOOR 1 BED 1 BATH
CANTERBURY C - NEW FURNITURE, CERAMIC TILE, NEW APPLIANCES $25,000 CAMDEN H - RENTABLE, NEWLY REDONE KITCH & BATH, CERAMIC TILE, LAM FL UNFURN $13,750
SUSSEX B - FURNISHED, CARPET, RENTABLE, NEW HEATER, REFRIG.,A/C $45,000 CHATHAM A - WATERVIEW, RENTABLE CLEAN $16,000
DORCHESTER D - FURNISHED, PARQUET FLOORS, NEAR POOL $35,000 EASTHAMPTON A - FITNESS CENTER, TRANSPORTATION $25,000
GOLFS EDGE E - UNFURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, ENCL. PATIO $38,000 WINDSOR M - CARPET, FURNISHED, TRANSPORTATION, FITNESS CENTER, CLUBHOUSE $19,000
BEDFORD E - UNFURNISHED, LIFT!!! CARPET, LOTS OF LIGHT $14,000 BERKSHIRE J - FURN., CERAMIC TILE, CARPET, HARDWOOD FLRS, NOT RENTABLE $16,500
GROUND FLOOR CNR 1 BED 1.5 OR 2 BATH WINDSOR K - PT FURNISHED, NEW REFRIG & DISHWASHER $21,000
GOLF’S EDGE D - FURNISHED, RENTABLE AFTER 2 YEARS, CARPET, NEAR EAST GATE $17,500 CANTERBURY H - FURNISHED, CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, RENTABLE $21,000
WINDSOR J - UNFURNISHED, OUTSIDE CORNER CERAMIC TILE NEAR WEST GATE $28,000 CAMDEN C - FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, BEAUTIFUL $14,000
BERKSHIRE K - BOTH KITCHEN /BATH REDONE, TILE FL, GARDEN VIEW $49,000 DORCHESTER E - FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, RENTABLE AFTER 1 YEAR $23,000
SALISBURY B - FURNISHED ONLY, CERAMIC TILE, GARDEN VIEW $27,500 SUSSEX C - FURNISHED, CARPET, NEW APPLIANCES, REDONE $19,900
DORCHESTER F - FURNISHED, CARPET, NEW PATIO, NEAR POOL, GARDEN VIEW $24,000 WINDSOR D - FURNISHED, WATERVIEW, NEAR WEST GATE $29,900
CAMDEN B - UNFURN, CERAMIC TILE, SHOWER STALL, HURRICANE SHUTTERS $18,500 CAMDEN J - NEW BATHROOM UTTILITIES, NEW WATER HEATER $19,900
CHATHAM D - UNFURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, UPGRADE, NEAR WEST GATE $49,000 UPPER FLOOR CNR 2 BED 1.5 OR 2 BATH
NORWICH M - FURNISHED/UNFURNISHED, CARPET, EAST GATE $25,000 WELLINGTON F - CORNER UNIT, CERAMIC TILE,ELEVATOR BUILDING $68,000
NORWICH O - UNFURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, NEAR EAST GATE $40,000 CHATHAM K - WATER VIEW, CUL-DE-SAC, NEW KITCHEN, ENCLOSED PATIO $34,000
SUSSEX A - FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, RENTABLE ACTIVE CLUBHOUSE $29,900 ANDOVER G - CORNER UNIT, CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, TRANSPORTATION, CLUBHOUSE $39,000
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WINDSOR M - FURNISHED, CENTRAL AC, GARDEN VIEW, RENT TO OWN $49,000 DORCHESTER B - PARTLY FURNISHED, 5 CEILING FANS, NEW C/A CARPET, RENTABLE $33,000
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DOVER A - ENCLOSED PATIO, TENANT IN PLACE, WATERVIEW $60,000 CAMBRIDGE H - STUNNING! FURNISHED, NEW HURRICANE WINDOWS $58,900
DOVER A - CARPET, NEW REF. HURRICAN SHUTTER, LINOLEUM, FURN. $38,000 WALTHAM I - PARTLY FURNISHED, LOTS OF LIGHT, NEW A/C, EAST GATE $33,000
DOVER B - WATERVIEW, BEAUTY, NEAR CLUBHOUSE, FURNITURE NEG $40,000 HASTINGS B - UNFURNISHED, CARPET, LIFT, LIGHT & BRIGHT $37,000
CAMDEN E - FURNISHED, WATERVIEW, NEAR POOL, RENTABLE $25,000 WALTHAM A - FURNISHED, RENTABLE, NEAR AMENITIES $68,000
WINDSOR N - BEAUTY, NEAR POOL & WEST GATE $37,000 NORWICH L - FURNISHED, RENTABLE, GREAT LOCATION $69,000
UPPER FLOOR 1 BED 1.5/2 BATH SHEFFIELD O - CERAMIC TILE, PRETTY, GARDEN VIEW $60,000
GOLFS EDGE G - BEST BUY AROUND, NEAR CLUBHOUSE & EAST GATE, FURNISHED $39,000 GROUND FLOOR CORNER
SHEFFIELD L - LOVELY CONDO, NEAR HASTINGS ,LOTS OF LIGHT CARPET, FURNISHED $17,900 2 BED 1.5 OR 2 BATH
CHATHAM G - FURNISHED, WATERVIEW, CARPET & CERAMIC TILE $38,000 CAMBRDIGE H - CARPET, CENTRAL A/C FURNISHED $38,000
SOUTHAMPTON B - NEW CARPET, ELEV BLDG, ENCLOSED PATIO, FIT CNTR, CLUBHOUSE $31,000 CANTERBURY K - FURNISHED, CT, GARDEN VIEW, GREAT LOCALE, OUTSIDE CORNER, C/A $44,500
DORCHESTER C - GARDEN VIEW, NEAR DORCHESTER POOL, CERAMIC TILE $22,000 COVENTRY C - UNFURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, TRANSPORTATION, UPGRADES $40,000
SOUTHAMPTON A - CARPET, CERAMIC TILE $25,000 WINDSOR D - FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, GARDEN VIEW $36,000
DOVER C - WATERVIEW, NEW CABINETS, FURNISHED NEGOTIABLE $45,000 NORWICH L - FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, RENTABLE $40,000
WELLINGTON D - CA WTRVW, 3 CEILING FANS, NEWER KIT, CPT, LIN, LARGE WI CLOSET $39,900 SOMERSET D - FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, REDONE, WATERVIEW, 2 BATHS $65,000
CAMDEN B - UNFURNISHED, CARPET, WATERVIEW, NEAR POOL $15,000 COVENTRY E - FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, PETS OK, NEAR CLUBHOUSE $45,000
ANDOVER A - FURNISHED, CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, RENTABLE, $19,500 KENT D - NEW EVERYTHING, TENANT IN PLACE $75,000
EASTHAMPTON D - FURNISHED, CARPET, GARDEN VIEW, NEAR EAST GATE $32,000 UPPER FLOOR 2 BED 1/1.5 OR 2 BATH
DOVER B - FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, WATERVIEW, LARGER PATIO $55,000 WELLINGTON B - FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, NEAR POOL, CUL-DE-SAC, BEAUTY $59,000
SOUTHAMPTON A - CERAMIC TILE, FURN, NEG, NEW KITCHEN, SCREENED PATIO $20,000 WINDSOR I - FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, CENTRAL AIR, $35,000
SOUTHAMPTON B - FURNISHED, CARPET, CENTRAL AIR $24,000 CHATHAM K - NEWER APPLIANCES, CERAMIC TILE $35,000
SOUTHAMPTON C - NEWER CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, FURNISHED $25,000 SALISBURY H - CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, 1 BATH, WALL UNITS, RENTABLE $28,000
GREENBRIER A - UNFURNISHED, NEW REFRIGERATOR, GOLF VIEW $35,000 WELLINGTON L - UNFURNISHED, WATERVIEW, 2 BATHS, BAMBOO FLOORS $95,000
CHATHAM U - HEART OF COMMUNITY, 6 MONTHS FREE MAINTENANCE, FURNISHED $35,000 WELLINGTON J - FURN, GRANITE TOPS, 2 BATHS, WOOD FLS, OWNER WILL HOLD MORTGAGE $125,000
GREENBRIER A - UNFURNISHED, ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS $69,900 SUSSEX E - UNFURNISHED, UPGRADES, CERAMIC TILE $35,000
WELLINGTON F - FURNISHED, WATERVIEW, ELEVATOR IN BUILDING $40,000 GROUND FLOOR 2 BED 1.5 OR 2 BATH
GROUND FLOOR 1 BED 1 BATH CHATHAM Q - ABSOLUTELY PRETTY, UPGRADES, CERAMIC TILE, CENTRAL AIR, WATERVIEW, $49,000
NORWICH H - RENTABLE UNFURNISHED, BRAND NEW KITCHEN & BATH $38,000 SOMERSET B - UNFURNISHED WATERVIEW TILE CENTRAL AIR & HEAT $79,900
SALISBURY G - FURNISHED, NEW APPL, CT, CARPET, CH, FITNESS CENTER $30,000 SOMERSET K - FURN, 2 SHOWER STALLS, CT, 1 BED W/CARPET CEILING FANS $49,000
SHEFFIELD Q - CERAMIC TILE, UNFURNISHED, NEAR HASTINGS $13,998 COVENTRY G $25,000
KENT C - FURN, WATERVIEW, CERAMIC TILE, UPDATED BATH NEWER APPL. $20,000 BEDFORD I - UNFURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, CENTRAL AIR, GARDENVIEW $49,000
ANDOVER E - FUNRISHED, CARPET, CERAMIC TILE GARDEN VIEW $15,000 NORWICH I - PARTLY FURNISHED, CARPET, NEAR EAST GATE $20,000
ANDOVER D - PARTLY FURNISHED, FITNESS CENTER $13,900 STRATFORD A - CERAMIC TILE, 2 NEW BATHS, HURRICANE SHUTTER $53,000
NORTHAMPTON S - BEAUTIFUL, CERAMIC TILE , UPGRADES GALORE $28,000 CHATHAM D - UNFURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, WATERVIEW, RENTABLE $58,000
April 2010 THE UCO REPORTER Page 35
Open Clubhouse Aspirin & Heart Attack is taken once a day in dosages
A Good Handyman
Continued from Page 32 ranging from 75 mg to 325 mg.
By Courtney Olsen
for aspirin therapy. Medical If a dose is missed, it can be
We hope you have enjoyed
conditions that may prevent
a wonderful season of Yiddish taken as soon as possible. The Reliable, Dependable and Affordable
daily aspirin use include preg- missed dose can be skipped if it
Culture. This has been a fun- No Job Too Big or Small !!!
nancy, asthma, uncontrolled is almost time for the next dose.
filled, eventful season for you
free of charge.
high blood pressure, stomach Aspirin should not be taken as a Home Repairs Quality Work,
ulcers, liver and kidney dis-
For those of you who are double dose. Reasonable Rates, Prompt Service
ease, or bleeding disorders. For more information about
interested in learning Span- Call for FREE Estimates
Because aspirin is not labeled aspirin and heart attacks, talk
ish, we have a new instructor
who is devoting his time to
teach residents conversational
for use to reduce the risk of heart
attack or clot-related stroke, the
with your doctor or visit the
Century Medical Care Center
Steve 561-722-6087
correct dosage must be provided located inside Century Village
Spanish.
by a health care professional. or call 561-697-3131. o
In the past month there
Nonprescription aspirin usually
have been major changes to
the operation of Channel 63,
your closed circuit television
station. This channel is in-
formative and helpful to the
residents; I encourage you
to watch this channel peri-
odically throughout the day,
as there may be important
notices displayed that you
won’t find elsewhere. If you
have any constructive criti-
cism to improve Channel 63,
please come to the staff office
to leave your suggestions and
comments.
Applications for next sea-
son’s ticket brochure are now
available. Visit the Ticket Of-
fice to pick up an application.
A two dollar fee is charged for
the envelope, which includes
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683-0903
via 686-5350
• Implant Bridgework
GIGI’S GROUP
• Partial and Full Dentures
Trips to the Mardi Gras Ca- WOW 2885-H N. Military Trail
• Same Day Repairs, Relines
sino every third Monday of the What a Party! • Other Phases of General Dentistry Hours by Appointment
month. August will be on the How time flies when you
second Monday. On February have fun. On Super Bowl
6, 2011, I’ll be having a trip to Sunday, February 2nd, WOW
the Southern Caribbean for 11 (Women of Wellington) held
days on the Holland America their 7th Annual Block Party MD Now Urgent Care Walk-In Medical Centers • Open 8am to 8pm 365 Days a Year • Call 1-888-MDNOW-911
Noordam, several ports, with at the Wellington West Pool.
prices starting at $1174.15. Over 250 residents of Wel-
Call me at 689-6092 for more lington feasted on a variety
information. of delicious dishes, cakes and
cookies, snacks ad soft drinks
ITALIAN AMERICAN all compliments of WOW.
CULTURE CLUB The weather was cool but as
The Italian American Cul- the music played (provided
ture Club of Century Village by Around Town DJ Alan Lit),
has scheduled a day trip to the the air was filled with laughter
Mardi Gras Casino for Mon- and good cheer as everyone
day, April 12th. Cost is $5.00 got to spend time with old
per person—receive $5.00 friends and had the opportu-
back in bonus play and $3.00 nity to make new ones. Kudos
food voucher. Bus leaves to President Judy Ryan, V.P.’s
from Drexel Plaza at 9:30 AM. Marjorie Marx and Lenore
Contact Dolores @ 688-0876 Velcoff and their crew of vol-
for more information. unteers (including Dom Guar-
nagia) for all their hard work.
NA’AMAT USA The 2 Super Bowl Pools (one
(PIONEER WOMEN) could not contain all those
Meets the 4th Tuesday of who wanted to participate)
the month at 1:00PM at the were won by eight football
Cypress Lakes Auditorium. enthusiasts. Congratulations
Mini-lunch and interesting to all of them. All attendees
programs; guest always wel- agreed – another wonderful
come. For information call WOW extravaganza. o
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please make it a point to do so. If a census worker knocks
It takes just a few minutes to on your door, treat them
answer the 10 questions, the with respect. He or she is
information is confidential
and, as mentioned, it’s very Continued on Page 39
April 2010 THE UCO REPORTER Page 39
From Comm. Koons on you! Who You Gonna shrink. “Come talk to me three three times a week for a year
Continued from Page 38 As always, I welcome your times a week and we should be is an awful lot of money! A
there only to help you to comments and questions. Listen To? able to get rid of those fears.” bartender cured me for $10.
complete your form. If you Please feel free to contact me Ever since I was a child, “How much do you charge?” I was so happy to have saved
d o n ’t u n d e r s t a n d s o m e- or my staff at 355-2202. o I’ve always had a fear of “Eighty dollars per visit,” all that money that I went and
thing, just ask. You are not someone under my bed at replied the doctor. bought me a new pickup!”
required to provide any in- night. So I went to a shrink and “I’ll sleep on it,” I said. “Is that so?” with a bit of an
formation other than what is Road rules at inter- told him I’ve got problems. Six months later, the doctor attitude he said. “And how, may
on the survey. Non-citizens sections: Making a turn, “Every time I go to bed, I think met me on the street. I ask, did a bartender cure you?”
and undocumented resi- you are required to sig- there’s somebody under it. I’m “Why didn’t you come to “He told me to cut the legs
dents will not be arrested nal. This is not only the scared. I think I’m going crazy.” see me about those fears you off the bed! Ain’t nobody un-
or deported for filling out a “Just put yourself in my were having?” he asked. der there now!!!”
census form. law, it is essential for hands for one year,” said the “Well, eighty bucks a visit From the Internet
The door-to-door campaign safety. The first vehicle
ILONA’S
Ladies’ Hair Cut $16 - Style $17 & Up
will continue into early sum- to reach the intersec- Ladies’ Cut & Style $26 (& Up for Long Hair)
mer, and additional census tion has the right of Men’s Haircut $13 - Senior Men’s $10
workers may be needed. If you Full Service Salon
are interested in some part- way. If more than one
2010 Special Pampering Package $79
Total Time 2½ Hour (reg. $115) Tuesday-Thursday 9:00 am-4:30 pm
time work, please call 866- vehicle reaches the in- 1 Collagen or Seaweed Facial
1 Manicure, 1 Spa Pedicure
Friday & Saturday 9:00 am-7:00 pm
5772 Okeechobee Blvd, WPB, FL 33417
861-2010. Census takers are tersection at the same 1 Hairstyle or Haircut Century Plaza South
Paraffin Hand Treatment
paid about $15 an hour plus time, the vehicle on Across from Century Village
55 cents per mile. Job candi- Manicure/Spa Pedicure $29 561-721-0002
dates must pass an exam and the right has the right Manicure/Spa Pedicure French $35
Hair Services
a criminal background check. of way. Do not assume Color, Cut, Style Special $53 (Matrix) Skin Care
Highlight Lowlight Special $65 (Matrix)
The exam has 28 multiple- that any other driver Perm, Cut, Style Special $55 (Matrix)
Nail Care
choice questions that measure knows these rules. Pull Including FREE Deep Conditioning Waxing
clerical, number, reading and Se Habla Español
organizational skills. Practice out of an intersection Make Up Application/Consultation $23
(Your chance to learn how to look your best)
Palm Tran, the county’s transit • Specializing in Treatment of Foot or Leg Wounds
system, has message banners • Diabetic Foot Care
in three languages inside and
outside its buses, as well as
• Diabetic Shoes Dispensed in Office
specially printed bus passes. • Fungal or Ingrown Nail Problems
We have also held a series of • Heel or Arch Pain
public meetings with faith- • Foot and Ankle Injuries, Broken Bones
based community leaders to • Corns and Calluses
help get the message out. • Bunions, Hammertoes, Bone Spurs
Remember, Census 2010 is
an opportunity to receive fed-
• Custom-Made Arch Supports and Orthotics
eral funding we’re entitled to, • House Call Visits
but we have to be able to prove • Urgent Problems Seen Same Day
how many people are actually For Appointments Call 689-0303
living in Palm Beach County. Medicare and Most Insurance Plans Accepted
Please fill out and return your House Calls Are Available
census form — we’re counting
WALTHAM H
UPGRADES GALORE!! CERAMIC TILE, FURNISHED
GROUND FLOOR 1 BED 1.5 BATH
CERAMIC TILE, NEW KIT W/GRANITE TOPS, NEW VANTIES IN BATH
$550
$575
ESTATE PLANNING, PROBATE, NORTHAMPTON A
CAMDEN E
FURNISHED, NEW APPLIANCES, 2 A/C UNITS
FURNISHED, CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, WATERVIEW, NEAR POOL
$600
$525
REAL ESTATE LAW CANTERBURY F FURNISHED, LOWER SET BACK, NEAR POOL
UPPER FLOOR 2 BED 1.5/2 BATH
$550
OXFORD 300 WTRVW, FIT CTR, CH, TRANS, CT, CLEAN, DEVELOP HAS OWN POOL $850
WINDSOR I WATERVIEW, NEAR GATE, BEAUTYFULL, FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE $650
GEORGIANA F. DAMBRA WELLINGTON L
GOLFS EDGE E
UNFURNISHED, NEW EVERYTHING, NEAR WEST GATE
FULLY FURNISHED, CARPET, LINOLEUM, NEAR CLUBHOUSE
$900
$750
KAREN LEVIN ALEXANDER CHATHAM K
NORWICH F
FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, NEW STOVE & NEW REFRIG.
FURNISHED, CARPET, GARDEN, WALL UNITS
$650
$600
STRATFORD B FURNISHED, NEAR EAST GATE, CERAMIC TILE $650
Attorneys at Law STRATFORD K FURNISHED, LARGE PATIO, CEILING FANS, 2 BATHS
GROUND FLOOR 2 BED 1.5/2 BATH
$600
Including Verticals
NORWICH C FURNISHED, CARPET, FULL SIZE BED & SOFA BED $1,000
UPPER FLOOR 1 BED 1 BATH
BERKSHIRE G WOOD FLOORS, NEWER APPLIANCES, 2 CEILING FANS $1,000
Ed Wood
DOVER B BEAUTY, CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, WATERVIEW, NEAR CLUBHOUSE $1,200
GROUND FLOOR CORNER 2 BED 1.5/2 BATH
WALTHAM B CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, EXTRA PATIO, BEAUTIFUL SEASONAL $1,200
(Senior) Handyman
GROUND FLOOR 1 BED 1 BATH
KENT G CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, NEAR POOL & WEST GATE $1,000
SHEFFIELD F NEAR HASTING FITNESS CENTER, CLEAN & FRESH $950
CAMDEN G CARPET, NEW APPLIANCES, SCREENED PATIO $900
SALISBURY G CARPET, CERAMIC TILE, TRANSPORTATION $1,125
GROUND FLOOR CORNER 1 BED 1.5/2 BATH
COVENTRY G FURNISHED, CERAMIC TILE, CENTRAL AIR, NEW KITCHEN $1,200
LICENSE # 23676
April 2010 THE UCO REPORTER Page 41
Consumer Traps duct cleaning service for just myfloridalicense.com) or price without providing **********
$99! Sounding too good to be Palm Beach County Contrs details as to what the price Check on the company you
and Tips true, she decided she would Certification (561-233- covers. Are the workers are considering by going to the
By Dennis Moore get more information before 5525, http://www.pbcgov. experienced? A careless Palm Beach County Consumer
Palm Beach County calling the company. com/pzb/Contrs) to verify technician can damage your Affairs Web site: http://www.
Consumer Affairs Division Tips the contr’s license status is ducts. Ask for references, pbcgov.com/consumer or call
********** Here are some tips to con- active. and get quotes from at least at 561-712-6600 (Boca/Delray
Topic: Dietary Supplements sider before hiring a duct • Be wary of businesses that three licensed companies. 1-888-852-7362 toll free). o
Trap cleaning company: want to clean ducts without If they pressure you into
Health-conscious, 52-year-
old Mary was looking to slow
• According to the U.S. Envi-
ronmental Protection Agen-
inspecting them first or of-
fer services at a very low
0
buying additional services,
find another company.
0 0
the effects of aging and im- cy (EPA, http://www.epa.
prove her overall health. She
ordered a free trial of a prod-
gov), there is no scientific
evidence that duct clean-
AVIA-CARE, INC./NURSE REGISTRY
uct she saw on the Internet. ing improves air quality or “Where Quality Care and Service is our Aim”
It promised to increase her prevents health problems.
energy and help her sleep at However, the EPA does Our Services Are Affordable:
night too. After taking some recommend duct cleaning
pills for two weeks, she started • Bathing • Register Nurses
when mold is visible or the
having headaches and chest ducts are clogged with dust • Dressing • Licensed Practical Nurses
pains. Her doctor told her to that can be released into • Medication Supervision • Certified Nurse Aides
stop taking the supplements your home.
immediately. What should • Light Housekeeping • Home Health Aides
• A license is required for
Mary have done? contr s who provide duct • Shopping • Companions
Tips cleaning services. Check • Skilled Nursing • Homemakers
Many online companies of- with the Florida Dept. of
fer dietary supplements, and • Diabetic Teaching • Live-Ins
Busin ess & Professional
while supplements can be used
safely by most people, some
R e g u l a t i o n ( 8 5 0 - 4 8 7 - Call Sylvia at 561-640-0821 • Lic. 30211277
1 3 9 5 , h t t p : / / w w w.
Destiny, Inc.
can be harmful. Some impor-
tant tips to consider before
purchasing supplements are:
• Don’t be influenced by
celebrity endorsements of
a product. Check with your
doctor first as some supple-
ments may interact with
your prescription drugs.
Catwalk Beautification Specialists
• Shop around before you
buy from an out-of-state or
foreign company. You may
Destiny, Inc. has applied decorative resurface coatings on Condo Catwalks
be able to find comparable for 22 years.
products locally.
• Read all the terms and con-
ditions of the purchase sale. Our Coating is a True Decorative Cement Resurfacing for Catwalks &
A free trial may obligate
you to buy additional prod-
not a PAINT BASED COAT, which is often applied to imitate the look of
uct with automatic monthly a TRUE Cement Coat.
billing and deliveries or
convert to a membership if
not canceled within the trial We have applied our Decorative System to, literally,
period.
• Be skeptical of “miracle”
Hundreds of Condo Buildings.
supplements, “wonder”
cures or any product of- From: (City)......................................... (Community Example)
fering a “quick fix.” If it West Palm Beach........................... Palm Club – 24 Buildings
sounds too good to be true,
it probably is. Greenacres..................... Pine Ridge North III – 17 Buildings
• Do your own research with Lake Worth............................. Poinciana Place – 9 Buildings
agencies such as National Delray Beach &..................Huntington Lakes – 42 Buildings
Institutes of Health, http://
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlin- Vicinity..................................Huntington Point – 8 Buildings
eplus/dietarysupplements. ...............................................Lakes of Delray – 20 Buildings
html, the U.S. Food and Boca Raton............................ Century Village – 25 Buildings
Drug Administration, http://
www.fda.gov, and the U.S. Deerfield Beach....................... Century Village – 5 Buildings
Department of Agriculture,
http://www.nutrition.gov.
**********
Topic: Air-Conditioning
Also we have Completed Multiple Commercial and Municipal
Duct Cleaning Buildings: From W. Palm Bch. (Example: Palm Beach International
Trap
Linda suffers from allergies Airport) to Key West (Example: Duval Square)
and wondered if duct cleaning
would improve her health and Destiny, Inc. West Palm Beach, FL
increase the efficiency of her
640-5758
home air-conditioning system.
She saw a glossy advertise-
ment offering whole-house Lic. # CGC 1518088
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Century Village
Spring Health Fair
Friday, April 9th • 12pm - 4pm
at the Main Clubhouse – Party Room
200 Century Blvd., West Palm Beach
Door Prizes
Health Screening
Give-a-ways
“Ask the Doctor”
Hearing and Balance
Health Education
561-697-3131 561-588-0996
Fill out, then clip this form and bring with you to the health fair to win great door prizes!
Name
Address City State Zip
Phone
Hospital Affiliations: Good Samaritan Medical Center, St. Mary’s Medical Center, Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
April 2010 THE UCO REPORTER Page 43
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Depression in feeling sad, “blue” or “down in be taken in the proper dosage portunity to talk with specially ting better will take time, but
the dumps.” It is a medical ill- amount, on the right schedule trained professionals who can with the support of profession-
Seniors ness. Some steps can be taken and for the duration of time help the elderly deal with de- als, family and friends, seniors
The golden years are sup- to lower the risk of depression: prescribed by the physician. pression, suicidal thoughts or can enjoy their later years and
posed to be a time to rest, relax • Maintain friendships and Counseling in the form of other problems. live life to the fullest.
and enjoy the fruits of a lifetime family ties to help ease the support groups may be rec- Persistent depression that For more information or
of labor. Following retirement, loss of a spouse ommended to help seniors interferes with day-to-day ac- a referral to a physician who
many seniors have the opportu- • Develop a hobby to keep the develop new coping skills tivities is not a normal part of specializes in psychiatry, con-
nity to spend quality time with mind and body active or provide social support. the aging process and should tact Century Medical Care
family and friends, take up a • Exercise to gain mental and Psychotherapy offers the op- not be suffered in silence. Get- Center at 561-697-3131. o
new hobby, travel or even start a physical benefits
fun job. But aging also can bring
apprehension about health and
Older people usually can
regain emotional balance after
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people become depressed Alignment, You Always Talk With
ties, trouble sleeping, fatigue, West Palm Beach
following a single illness. change in eating habits, exces-
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For others, the condition may
be brought about by a seri-
sive crying, difficulty concen-
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Business Since 1985. It’s The Only
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diabetes, Parkinson’s disease guilt, headaches or backaches, • COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE •
or stroke. Certain medica- or suicidal thoughts.
tions for arthritis, high blood
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Depression can be treated
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also may be hereditary, or it the chemical imbalance in the
Adjust caster & camber, set toe in front rotors or drums, repack inner and outer
can be the result of alcohol or brain that causes depression. & out, road test car. Front wheel front wheel bearings, inspect calipers or wheel
drug abuse. People who have Some drugs may have side drive, foreign cars, Corvettes, cylinders, fill master cylinder and road test
been depressed in the past run effects and take up to two car. Front wheel drive, foreign cars, Corvettes,
a higher risk of developing pick-ups, and vans slightly high- pick-ups, and vans slightly higher. Metalic pads
months to improve mood,
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Depression is more than just
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We buy gold jewelry in any condition, coins, school rings
and earrings.
We pay the highest amount in cash.
v
nity Drive stop in front of the the #3 North to Community
Bank of America branch. Walk Drive/Bank of America stop.
over to Publix for the CV bus. Cross Military Trail and take
Wellington Mall: Exit the the CV bus at Publix.
Mall from Macy’s rear doors. Palm Beach Lakes Mall:
Walk across the parking lot Take the #33 South to Cross-
to the PalmTran bus depot County Mall/Military Trail
and take the #43 East to the stop. Transfer for the #3 North
April 2010 THE UCO REPORTER Page 47
Please Note: BY REQUEST ONLY - All Buses will go around the perimeter drive at 11:45 am prior to the bus drivers taking their lunch breaks.
Please Note: On Saturdays Only the Internal Bus Routes #1 and #3 will drop off at Anshei Sholom on the 9 AM run.